A Frenchman walks into a bar with a chicken on his head. ‘What the hell is that?’ asks the barman. The chicken replies, ‘I don’t know – it started as a wart on my ass and grew.’
A little French chicken humor for ya to set the mood. The list is getting bigger, my sense of humor is getting smaller, here’s what I’m adding…
Pizza and Beer – Annabel. Just tried it a few hours ago (the things I do for you people. And for what?). Just opened last week. Kinda striking, woodsy space. Great Neapolitan like wood oven pizza with nifty toppings like ricotta, duck prosciutto, blueberry chutney, an even better looking craft beer menu on tap, fresh pasta and more. Cant wait to explore the rest of this menu. Behind the name is another cow story
Vietnamese – Co Ba 53. About time we get some decent Vietnamese here. Nice Pho (soups) and Bahn Mi and very affordable combinations for lunch. Try the Banh mi thit -assorted cold cuts, grilled honey plum glazed pork, house made pickles, cilantro, jalapenos, and mayo. For something a bit more exotic but really exceptional try the Bun Co Ba – Crispy spring rolls with grilled tiger shrimp, and honey plum glazed pork over rice vermicelli with fresh herbs, served with a chili lime dressing and peanuts.
Sushi – Ageha Sushi – So I went on a Sushi Sabbatical of sorts in the neighborhood and discovered.. new Italian bars that I’m very excited about! And yes, decent sushi can be found here indeed. At Ageha I felt most comfortable alone, and with a group. Sashimi is nice and fresh, and the Chirashi although not too traditional, was plentiful and very satisfying. For something slightly higher end looking but just as affordable consider Shimizu which also has excellent lunch deals.
Rotisserie Chicken – Poulette. Little French Chickens invading Hell’s Kitchen. Young French dude, quits his job in finance to follow his dream.. manufacture French style Rotisserie Chicken. Only a few weeks old. I tried the half with 2 sides which turned out to be a bit of a struggle to finish for a big eater like me, so a quarter chicken next time. This thing was love at first bite — Moist, delicious, coated with plenty of herbs which was the difference. Some of the best Rotisserie I’ve had. This is more of a fast food place. If you require more of a restaurant for your chicken needs, try Inti on 10th for Peruvian style Rotisserie chicken, and Ceviche.
Stay hungry my friends!
Eating With Ziggy 