Food Update #9

It's been awhile since I posted a food update, but that's not to say we haven't been dining at some great places in the area.  Here is a sampling:

Leng Thai (33-09 Broadway): I know Thai restaurants are a dime a dozen in NYC, but this place stands out from the rest!  We ordered delivery so I can't speak to the decor/ambiance; however, the food was perfectly spiced and delicious!  J and I went to Thailand for our honeymoon and our favorite dish, Khao Soi, which we discovered there and have only found one other time since was on the menu, which was very exciting.  I have to say that the Khao Soi was equal to any Khao Soi we had in Thailand!  We also got our other favorite dish from the honeymoon, papaya salad, and while this is a common Thai menu item, I think this restaurant made the best one that I've had since coming back from Thailand!  It think it's safe to say that we will definitely be ordering or dining in at Leng many more times!

Temascales Restaurant/Bakery (25-22 30th Ave): I can't remember the name of this place or find it online, but it's a great Mexican restaurant right near us.  The front section is a bakery and they have wonderful Mexican breads, treats and fresh tortillas.  Additionally, the back section is a full restaurant with very authentic Mexican cuisine.  We have had tamales as a to-go snack and a filling, delicious dinner that covered the gamet from spicy salsa to yummy mole.  We will surely be back here!

Butcher Bar (37-08 30th Ave): This new neighborhood joint is a must try for meat eaters.  The ambiance is very inviting and the staff is so friendly and welcoming.  Not only is this a full BBQ restaurant, but also a local, organic butcher shop that does not own a freezer (i.e. quite fresh).  On our first trip, we dined in and had an amazing mixed grill platter with brisket, ribs, and pulled pork that also come with generous and delicious sides (we chose yummy mac 'n cheese and so sweet and tasty baked sweet potato wedges).  We've also been back to buy beef and found it to be of such high quality and, for what it is, good prices.  We'll definitely be back for more meals and meats in the future!

That's it for this time.  Stay tuned as we have many more restaurants on our "must dine" list!