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As with all rules, there are exceptions. If you haven't tried the Amish Cheddar Shortcake at Ssäm Bar, you're missing out. Christina Tosi is a mad genius. Ham Cream!

This article was featured on Slate's Daily Podcast. At 33, I know I'm supposed to be "mature" and all, but hearing Dale Willman's serious, NPR voice say "how much shit can we safely eat" makes me giggle.

Could it be an Emmy qualification technicality of some sort? Are there any categories that are exclusive to network primetime?

According to CitySearch, it's Devin Tavern, and I agree wholeheartedly. Not overly garnished, and features tomato juice made fresh in-house. Superb.

The waffles are also excellent; the included strawberry butter eats like ice cream. I usually crave a savory dish with my bloody, but here I always make an exception.

No Vosges? Their Aztec Elixir is fantastic, for those who like the spicy. Best in the city, imo.

Fascinating thread. I know it's caused me to re-evaluate how I'll be calculating my delivery tips.

I think that perhaps a hybrid approach to tipping may work well. Strictly tipping based on the total bill doesn't take into account things like distance, weather, or promptness. Tipping a flat fee doesn't take into account the bulk, weight, or complexity of the order. How about:

10% of the total bill
+$1 for every one long block or three city blocks
+$2 if it's raining or snowing
+$2 if it's raining or snowing hard
-$5 if they're absurdly late, and it's not raining or snowing hard
-$2 if common areas have been littered with menus in the past

I won't deduct from the tip if items are missing, but I will make them go back for it, even if it's just a soda.