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Fire Severely Damages Coney Island Totonno's
This is terrible! According to one channel, it was an oven fire, which I unfortunately predicted. This episode can't possibly look good for coal ovens which are already banned in many places. Hope they rebuild ASAP.
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Secrets of Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger
I tried this thing earlier today. It's definitely not the same patty as the one at City Burger. Size being one of the differences, probably the blend as well. I don't know how anyone can complain about the size of this thing.The aged smell and taste came through well and it was a beautiful red color when ordered rare. The problem was that it was entirely covered with those sauteed onions. Moderation please! It completely overpowered the subtle qualities of the meat. The beef was extremely juicy but when combined with the oil from the onions (I also had cheese on mine btw) it was one sloppy mess. The bottom of the bun deteriorated instantly.
Fire Severely Damages Coney Island Totonno's
This is terrible! According to one channel, it was an oven fire, which I unfortunately predicted. This episode can't possibly look good for coal ovens which are already banned in many places. Hope they rebuild ASAP.
Secrets of Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger
I had a great meal at Minetta a few weeks ago, the burger was so good we ordered a 2nd one at the end of the meal. For the price-point naysayers, it's definitely worth it. I've never tasted anything quite like it.
Secrets of Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger
i am currently on holiday in nyc and i was told by several friends and posts that i would be difficult to get into minettas at the moment , anyway i walked in last night , sat at the Bar and ordered the black label , medium rare ..
i havent eaten a burger more perfect than this , ever !! everything was in perfect balance , initially i thought there where too many fries on the plate , but that was not the case .. damn it was good .. plus the house pickle was delicious too .
Secrets of Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger
Charcoal flame, gas flame, any flame cooked burgers just end up tasting like smoke. Yuck. Griddle all the way.
Secrets of Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger
@Burger Bob The butter is drizzled on it during the cooking, not after. You do not taste it. Secondly the Black Label is designed for griddle cooking, the superior method for burger preparation.
Secrets of Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger
Sounds pretty good, but
first, I wouldn't want butter 'drizzled' on it, second, it would surely taste better if cooked over charcoal flame instead of frying on a griddle.
Secrets of Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger
just had one of these bad boys this past sunday night and it was UNREAL. best burger i've had in recent memory. worth the $26 price tag. it was still all i could think about while tasting the benjamin burger and other great burgers at today's burger challenge.
Secrets of Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger
I'd pay $26 for a dry aged ribeye...why not a burger made from it? Heck, I'd pay that much for the FRENCH FRIES...they sound awesome too!
Secrets of Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger
"The ribeye used in the Black Label is the same cut that is on the menu at Minetta Tavern for $90 (and is worth every penny)."
Is just the $90 ribeye worth every penny?
Good points about beef blend and the bread -- agreed.
Secrets of Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger
@BPstyler Please show me where I said anything about the price being justified. I happen to think it is but I don't see how you could have garnered that from the piece. And the photos do not tell the whole story, not even close. Take for example the beef blend - can you really deduce that the patty has dry aged beef by looking at it? How about the bread - does the picture reveal that the brioche has extra butter and salt to over come the inherent sweetness of the bread? I got paid to write the story alright - by Serious Eats. As for your spurious and frankly tasteless comments about "blowing" - I will leave them alone except to note that you obviously have an oral fixation.
Secrets of Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger
Great photos -- they tell the whole story. Looks delicious. To say it is worth every penny at $26, the excessive fawning and obligatory positive adjectives...ummm...yeah....how much did they pay to write this story? Did you blow them or did they blow you? Some photo captions would have done just fine.
Secrets of Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger
Damn. 26 bucks? I never say never but 26 bucks pains me. Looks like a birthday lunch kind of splurge. Also, the butter swoosh seems a little over the top to me, especially since they're encouraging restraint with cheese. If I can convince my cheap ass to try this place out, I'll go no cheese, butter or onion! Gimme the Black Label straight up.
Secrets of Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger
Had it last week and it was as great as expected. Would definitely have it again.
Secrets of Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger
The original DB Bistro Burger was over $50 and didn't do it for me but I'm betting this one will at half the price. Thanks Nick.
-------------Guttergourmet
Secrets of Minetta Tavern's Black Label Burger
Great write up my wife said they were on the Martha Stewart Show today talking about the above and the meat blends... I'm sure you guys could find the piece and post it...
Totonno's Fire: They Will Rebuild
I Love this place - my first visit was in 1967 with a classmate from Xavier HS. Took my daughters there this summer and they immediately (and they have excellent pizza genes) declared it the Favorite. Was planning to go next NY visit end of the month - I'll just have to wait. It's my favorite.
Totonno's Fire: They Will Rebuild
I think when they reopen we should all converge and support them. A good pie is important!
Fire Severely Damages Coney Island Totonno's
@Adam I bow to pizzasnob. Here's my little shrine:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/pauliegee/sets/72157605787450164/
Ciao,
Paulie Gee
Totonno's Fire: They Will Rebuild
I think the first time I went there was for a classmate's birthday party when I was seven or eight years old. Thank god it survived (the fire I mean; the party wasn't that wild)
Totonno's Fire: They Will Rebuild
very glad to hear this - i was just there doing a photo shoot - i am hoping for a speedy reopen. here is the link to my images a few weeks back -> http://danmarinophoto.blogspot.com
Totonno's Fire: They Will Rebuild
thanks for the news on this - I'm relieved that nobody was hurt and that the damage wasn't too extensive. They really have amazing pizza!
Fire Severely Damages Coney Island Totonno's
@pizzasnob: Thanks for letting me use the photo. You actually have the best exterior shot of Totonno's (as it once was) on Flickr!
Totonno's Fire: They Will Rebuild
thank God nobody was hurt!!!!
and i love the optimism by the owner.
Gianluca,
pizzaandcoffee.com
Totonno's Fire: They Will Rebuild
Awful news about the fire. Obviously great news it's reopening! We've been meaning to go...I'm glad this won't end up on our "list of great places we missed."
Fire Severely Damages Coney Island Totonno's
a fellow pizza-fiend told me about what happened - came here to find out. thanks for posting the info. i was also surprised to see my picture used here! thanks for doing so and for the credit.
Totonno's Fire: They Will Rebuild
This is the best news I've heard all day!
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I tried this thing earlier today. It's definitely not the same patty as the one at City Burger. Size being one of the differences, probably the blend as well. I don't know how anyone can complain about the size of this thing.The aged smell and taste came through well and it was a beautiful red color when ordered rare. The problem was that it was entirely covered with those sauteed onions. Moderation please! It completely overpowered the subtle qualities of the meat. The beef was extremely juicy but when combined with the oil from the onions (I also had cheese on mine btw) it was one sloppy mess. The bottom of the bun deteriorated instantly.