Everyone loves comfort food. It’s called comfort food for a reason and it’s main purpose is to provide a feeling of well-being. Downtown has the five most well known and popular comfort foods from around the U.S. But these aren’t just your typical comfort foods. They’re the most ordinary and delicious comfort foods turned upscale and you can find them right here in downtown NYC. These local restaurants have turned the typical comfort food into a more elegant and special eat. Check it out and enjoy!
Typical comfort food: The Corn Dog
Transformation: The Lobster Corn Dog
Pounds & Ounces NYC Pub is a lively gathering spot that embraces its eclectic environs with a social dining approach to the 21st century pub experience with dishes designed for sharing. The corn dog is so simple, but still a food item that everyone loves. However, the high class aspect of the lobster turns a regular corn dog into a refined meal. This classic American staple will make you want to serve ir at any dinner party.
Where to find it? Pounds & Ounces located at 160 8th Avenue – Corner of 18th Street.
For more information contact 646-449-8150.
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Typical comfort food: Pizza
Transformation: Clam Pie
During the year of 1905, Lombardi’s was licensed by the city of New York, becoming America’s first pizzeria. Their brick oven pizza is to die for, and if you’re a pizza lover who wants something a little more unique than a typical slice of pepperoni and cheese, then try the classic clam pie.
Where to find it? Lombardi’s located at 32 Spring Street.
For more information contact 212-941-7994.
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Typical comfort food: The Grilled Cheese
Transformation: The Croque Monsieur
The French grilled cheese sandwich that is exploding into a sophisticated palette of flavors. If you’re a grilled cheese lover and a Francophile; this sandwich is a must.
Where to find it? La Maison Du Croque Monsieur located at 17 East 13th Street.
For more information call 212-675-2227.
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Typical comfort food: Spaghetti
Transformation: Spaghetti and Basil
Not your ordinary spaghetti and meatballs. Scarpetta makes classic Italian while also adding their high quality and eclectic spin on things.
Where to find it? Scarpetta located at 355 West 14th Street between 8th and 9th Aves in the Meatpacking District.
For more information contact 212-244-8866.
Photo courtesy by Melissa Hom Photography
Typical comfort food: Macaroni & Cheese
Transformation: Parisienne Nosh Macaroni & Cheese
This macaroni and cheese features creamy brie, roasted figs, roasted shiitake mushrooms, and fresh rosemary.
Where to find it? S’Mac located at 345 East 12th Street between 1st and 2nd avenues.
For more information contact 212-358-7912 or 212-358-7917.
Photo courtesy by s’mac.com
by- Albany Reed
