I want to see it around a piece of fish." Cafe Rouge (Hotel Pennsylvania) La Caravelle (New York City) Carnegie Deli. One more thing to know: Thai Market fuels Columbia students in the same way that Red Bull and late nights do, so youll probably spot a bunch of 20-year-olds here. Since he used 3 brands he was able to put stores every few blocks. Lived on the west side since 1974 when things were a bit different, but every place you mentioned has a spot in my heart. Pick up a sandwich, then take it back home or walk two blocks east to the park. Restaurant history of the Upper West Side, Copyright 2001-2023 by the eGullet Society for Culinary Arts & Letters, All Rights Reserved. They were not alone; I think the average age of the customers was about 75. actually, a quick perusal of the current offerings confirms that time does stand still..in 1981ish, that was our destination place on the UWS, from NYUegads, rather amazing that I developed a palatte after all those onion bricks and chicken legs! There was also a Japanese place (I think it was the Dan, which then moved to its current location on the southeast corner of Broadway and 69th) on the northwest corner of Broadway and 69th, where the North Fork is now. its quite spacious at Miriam, so keep it in mind for group hangs! What to order: Siu Mai Dimsum, Crab Meat & Shrimp Dimsum, Roasted Duck, Sweet & Sour Pork, Address: 380 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10013. I was married for over 40 yrs and only learned about myself when my son died. Once entered, the large bar with stunning decor, drinks, and menu items are impressive enough to make you a repeat customer! Those were the days. Chocolatier Lagusta Yearwood of Lagustas Luscious applies a ridiculous old-school punk-DIY aesthetic to her sweets. Thanks. New York City in 3D in the Gilded Age was referenced in a terrific Feb. 27 Travel section article about the city's Gilded Age past. Results 1 - 1 of 1 restaurants. Dont you dare judge.. Caf Nicholson. Diane's had BIG (7-ounce) burgers with all sorts of toppings. It was personal and made me melancholic. Which means you should be ordering their turkey sandwich. Ephemeral New York was interviewed in a July 25 piece in The Greenwich Village Society for Historic Preservation's blog, Off the Grid. Author Delia Cai Makes the Most of a Breakup Brunch, The Dinner Parties Happening Inside New Yorks Restaurants, How do you capture the warmth of a people?, What to Eat at Flushings New Tangram Food Hall. One of the best Vietnamese restaurants in the city, Bnh serves dishes like bn b b with sizzling butter beef, a pork belly bnh m thats a contender for the best in the city, and a crispy bnh chng chin appetizer thats filled with pork and comes with a tangy soy dressing. Herbed Eggs are no less mouth-watering when wholesomely seasoned with parsley, cilantro, and scallion. This was a lovely portrait of the reason so many of us moved here. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); document.getElementById( "ak_js_2" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Funky pasta shapes are presented delicately Too bad it's gone. According to their website, Westside Restaurant, Broadway and 69th, has been around since 1965. Nothing truly comparable today. Our favorite is the pork shoulder one, but they also do them with steak, chicken, and shrimp. I though at that time the space was Peretti's, though maybe I'm not properly coordinated as to the date ranges. 108th St.; 212-932-2052. It wisely opened near Columbia, where the highest percentage of international students are from China. In 2000 I used to venture uptown to 110th St. and Broadway. Though future scholars may debate the true victor of the hot dog wars an argument can be made that Papaya King reigns supreme Grays famous Recession Special (now two hot dogs and a drink for $6.45), first introduced in the 1980s, is as delicious as it is sadly eternally timely. Fancy. 68th and 69th? According to their web site, the Kosher butcher Fischer Bros. & Leslie has been on 72nd street since 1949. This slow-cooked rib is incredibly melt-off-the-bone and youll never regret having it! Thanks to Sam Roberts for featuring New York City in 3D in the Gilded Age in his Bookshelf column on Sunday, August 24. 7 elevated God, do you people understand every language except English? The Burger Joint aka Big Nicks at Bway and 76th has been around for a long time. With a blizzard of cayenne and paprika, and a twice-fried, flaky exterior, the sandwich is like a combination of Nashville version flavor and Korean fried chicken texture. At the time, raw fish was a relatively new concept and I was a bit squeamish about it but was won over once I tried it. During the three nightly seatings at this tiny, crazily affordable sushi-ya owned by Yoko Hasegawa, there are but 12 people and then the rest of the world. WebBooked 37 times today. Even in the fairly short time I've been in my current apartment, several spots have turned over multiple times. It was on something like 74 St. and Columbus, and I remember my brother taking me out for dinner there when our folks were out separately. WebZagat Stories features in-depth, intimate, personal interviews with chefs, restaurateurs, and others in the expanded universe of dining and hospitality. From classic Jewish delis and Dominican standbys to some of the best places to eat Szechuan or Vietnamese food in Manhattanthe options on the Upper West Side will satisfy nearly any mood you (or the people you need to please) are in. 5. I now see how lucky I am to have lived here for the past 30 years. You know it is worth your money when you taste that garlicky, flavorsome, and rich broth, served with homemade noodles, caramelized soy chicken, and a ramen egg! We ate at The Cherry Restaurant which was really a diner- when we had money. Most such places would have likely been wiped out during the UWS's Dark Ages of urban decline, but surely a few other than Fine & Schapiro stayed in the game through those times. Our goal is to help you easily find the best food and things to do in the city! 198?- present. 17. Geodes form in small spaces. Chick Chicks play on Korean-Nashville Hot Chicken is crunchier than it is fiery, and we could write an entire review of this twice-fried, chili-dusted poultry production with pickles and creamy white sauce. You have to read a book to find a boyfriend? There is no way he could have known the title which I had hidden. I just have east side versions of the stories. Tel: (212) 737-1700. I hope she gets to see what all of her fans have to say Lived here in the mid 70s on WEA with my husband since the mid 1970s. Booked 10 times today. 12. I was impressed. Go with a Thai iced tea and a fresh egg bagel. With little room to maneuver, Hasegawa et al. It looks like a total throwback and my recollections go to the late 80s. These advertising-free forums are provided free of charge through donations from Society members. I remember having Imam Bayildi for the first time at that meal. I arrived on the UWS in 1989, and remember Cafe la Fortuna well such fond memories. How does German Doner Kebab measure up against the citys best? And for a long time there was Diane's, on the east side of Columbus, also good for burgers. Valenti is back with a bistro he calls the Oxbow Tavern. J. Dagon is one of the few places on the Upper West Side that serves equally delicious brunch, dinner, and late-night drinks. I would bet the oldest restaurant on 72nd between West End and Broadway is All State Cafe, which dates back to the 1960's under that name. Boy do I miss a lot of those places. , Hey neighbor, you sound like a beautiful person. For a mild yet flavorful one, dont hesitate to go for the Chicken Ramen. Or you can pick Homemade Chicken Liver, smeared on a toasted bialy, with hard-boiled egg and caramelized onions can also do you good. Fine & Schapiro138 W. 72nd St., nr. Absolute Bagels also makes fantastic Thai iced tea. WebRestaurant Team Member - Crew (1122 - Upper West Side) New York, New York. Think Big, Charavari (now Citibank on 81st), Ruperts, Lucys (with the blue whales in your drink), Fujiyama Mama (fried ice cream with sparklers for your bday) and MEMPHIS! I would watch sunsets at Riverside Park and read self help books. I studied dance on a scholarship at the famed Steps Dance Studio on Broadway and 74th, 8 hours a day and acting at night. We had to wear pants under our pants, and it was worth it. This is so lovely, really enjoyed reading your story, We MUST have crossed paths as we hung out in all of the same places If you think of the best place in the Upper West Side to serve the best dumplings, think of Jing Fong. Its impossible to leave un-full or unsatisfied. The Ribbon is smart, too. Basta cos. Or Beefsteak Charlie's, right on Broadway btwn. Sushi Kaito244 W. 72nd St., nr. Enter your email address to follow Ephemeral New York and receive notifications of new posts by email. Went there at least once a week for years, and yes, everbody knew my name. this is going to be a great thread to read, albiet not one I can contribute tomy only reference was the rib place on 72nd? Grays Papaya2090 Broadway, nr. Ela is a big, attractive Greek restaurant, and it's one of the best options for a somewhat upscale meal on the UWS. Owned by Sam Thongkrieng, who emigrated from Bangkok in the 1980s, Absolute channels the recipes of yesteryear (Thongkrieng learned his craft at Ess-a-Bagel) to form bagels of both ineffable softness and satisfying crunch. Oxbow Tavern240 Columbus Ave., nr. Thank you, Marianne. You were so adventurous and brave and gained many memories. edited after reading MHesse's superior information. Visiting Vancouver restaurant recommendations, Ginger Man 51 W 64 "Oldest restaurant in Lincoln Center area. There are several that feel rather ancient, like the Emerald Inn on Columbus between 69th and 70th. Re Caffe Taci, City Opera, not New York State Opera. He did this along Broadway from the lower Broadway all the way up to the North End of Manhattan. 2023 Vox Media, LLC. 's Sacred Cow. Ive lived in UWS/Morningside Heights since 1999 (21 years, my god) and apart from my beloved hometown Budapest never felt home anywhere else. It was great. Ayurveda Cafe706 Amsterdam Ave., nr. I believe it was called Susse Chalet, in the Hotel Olcott building, which then became Dallas Jones BBQ, then Dallas BBQ, and now everybody just cal And David Brenners pool hall on Amsterdam with a lounge and fireplace!! Big Nicks was my lunch staple and he knew our kids since they were born. Before there were juice bars and millennial cleanse joints like, waaay before there was Ayurveda, an ancient Hindu medicinal system. 3. Kebab Aur Sharab ($) Indian, Kabobs Menu Available. Start it right with Mahi Mahi, an incredible piece of fish with hen of the woods, trumpet, and like five other varieties of mushroom. Barney Greengrass541 Amsterdam Ave., nr. McGlades, a tavern across from ABC, it's a Starbucks now. The space is bright and pleasant, with big windows and some leafy vines scattered throughout, and theres a bar in the back in case you want to dine solo. I don't know how old Pier 72 is, the coffee shop on West End and 72nd. But rarely are they as memorable as the Nashville Hot Chickwich version at this casual Korean restaurant on the Upper West Side. As is the food. The sense of time is both seductive and deceiving. 108 Food Dried Hot Pot2794 Broadway, nr. The Kebab Chain Poised to Shake Up New Yorks Doner Scene. Leonti. Im convinced to this day that this man had psychic abilities. We once went to Mamas Too when it was 15 degrees outside. The dough itself tastes malty and sweet, like it had a daydream years ago about being a dessert. It should taste as much like Wingstops version as possible., The Barber Who Moonlights As a Salumi Master. Mid 80s walking along Columbus at night. 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When youre eating hefty pieces of king salmon and Japanese mackerel, youll really feel like youre getting your moneys worth. And then theres Absolute Bagels, the only bagel store worth the line. I'm wondering about some of the bars-that-serve-food in the neighborhood. We hope you have some favorite spots in your mind, dont forget to share with us your own experience dining at those places. Stop by for a half-bird with skin that tastes like its coated in brown sugar, and add a side of boiled green bananas. On Broadway I can think of none. Inspired by the 1968 thread, I wanted to start a separate topic to discuss Upper West Side restaurant history. August 29, 2004 in New York: Dining. Enjoyed this article so much! WebBlue Ribbons first Upper West Side outpost is banging like 50 Cents In Da Club days. But theres more slices at Mamas Too!, and if you cant wait in the pepperoni-slice-only line, youll want to avail yourself of these. This New York restaurant is run by grandmothers. No-one's mentioned Gitlitz yet in this thread, the good Jewish delicatessen that was for many years on 77 St. and Broadway. 108th St.; 212-510-7256. The Lyonnaise chef Daniel Boulud is a shape-shifter: stuffy on the Upper East, transactional in midtown, and here, in the Upper West Side, pure comfort. What to order: Nova Scotia Salmon Scrambled Eggs, Pastrami Sandwich, Chicken Liver, Address: 541 Amsterdam Ave, New York, NY 10024. Whenever you feel like dining out, enjoying some really good wine with live music at weekends, Bar Boulud is the place! I also seem to recall them being on 68th between Broadway and Columbus, although I could be mistaken (this is when the Sony theatre/Reebok club was still a post office, obviously.). Tap a Keg, Marvin Gardens, th bar restaurant on 79 and Columbus (northwest corner). A tourist favorite. Edited to add: I am not sure, but I think he may have been a regular there as far back as the 50s as well. The August 1984 edition of monthly downtown arts newspaper the East Village Eyefeatured a cover story on Lou Reed timed to the release of his New Sensations LP. While exploring The Ribbons menu, youll notice that The Ribbon mainly serves the classics with enough of a twist to make the food stand out. . Bar Mario is a month old. The restaurant, which opened in 2014, occupies the former Palm Room of the Endicott Hotel, a soaring, skylit space thats easier to fill with light than with people. Big Nicks Burger and Pizza Joint at Broadway and 77th Street. There must be a bunch of them around, since there are so many pre-WWII buildings in the neighborhood that were obviously designed for well-to-do people to live in. The best things about this French bistro on 104th Street and Broadway are the long list of French wines in the $20 range and the food thats consistently buttery and delicious. Apply Now. How about Dobsons, a great meeting place with a great, cheap brunch, Ernies on Broadway had a popular bar scene, Ruelles, the creative looking Ruskays on Columbus Ave. about 75th St. and of course Teachers and Teachers Too on Broadway in the 70s where actors went for inexpensive food and you got to see all your actor/singer/dancer friends who were the wait staff when not in a show. Or some Sweet & Sour Pork that tastes like pure heaven in every bite! Or the Crab Meat & Shrimp Dimsum which is no less mouth-watering! Tags:Big Nick's Burger and Pizza Joint, East Village Eye, East Village in the 1980s, Lou Reed, New York City 1984, old pizza parlors New York City, Upper West Side in the 1980s, Velvet Underground Posted in Bars and restaurants, East Village, Music, art, theater, Random signage, Upper West Side/Morningside Hts | 2 Comments . (212) 540-5247. He must have been 15 or 16, making me 9 or 10. Proud signatory to the eG Ethics code How many generations of Columbus Avenue we have seen! Are you certain that Al Buon Gusto took the SQC space after closing on 72nd? I though at that time the space was Peretti's, though maybe I'm not pr The menu reads like a Sondheim revue of bistro classics, but the greatest hits here are truly great: a perfectly executed steak-frites with an exoskeleton of char, a silky au poivre sauce, and salty fries; garlicky moules marinires; and a crock of French onion soup that, like the aproned waiters, has a warm heart under a crusty exterior. What pizza place is Lou Reed posingbeside? Balletomanes and boldface names (and Bob and Barbara and everyone else you know) meet at Lynn Wagenknechts excellent bistro. Not exactly pre-WWII, but close. WebMo Gridder's Montrachet (restaurant) Moondance Diner Mori (restaurant) Munson Diner N Nedick's O Oak Room (Plaza Hotel) Old London Inc. Onyx Club P Le Pavillon (Henri Best brunch spot for a big group? Then go on with Spaghetti Alla Chitarra with White Truffles, homemade pasta in a parmesan cream sauce with white truffles. Gramercy Tavern is a popular restaurant on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. (Do you think they were dropping Acid when they named it? ) I believe it was called Susse Chalet, in the Hotel Olcott building, which then became Dallas Jones BBQ, then Dallas BBQ, and now everybody just calls it BBQ -- there are also quite a few branches around the city now, at least 5. My clearest memories are from when I was in high school in the mid-1980s because that's when I was dining autonomously, but I remember a lot of restaurant experiences all the way back to preschool. The original Miriam is in Park Slope, and if you walk by on a weekend afternoon, youll see a line of people out the door. 11. The wait staff then would take a Polaroid picture. Grab your chore coat. Celeste502 Amsterdam Ave., nr. Delicatessen, the art of making tough meat tender, is alive and well at this sliver of a kosher restaurant on West 72nd Street. They sell high-quality cheese, meats, and hundreds of packages of chocolate babka dailybut the real star of Zabars is their smoked fish. Anyone may read the forums, but to post you must create a freeaccount. Upon entering, youll be amazed by their bustling atmosphere and the stunning aroma of steamed dumplings in the air. I don't know if there was continuity of ownership, but the basic food has always been pretty much the same. Absolute Bagels2788 Broadway, nr. The neighborhood Italian restaurants that dot the Upper West Side Bettolona, Pizzeria Sirenetta, Bella Luna, to name a few are geodic in this regard, perhaps none more so than Celeste. And El Malecon, though previously under a different name I forget, has been between 97th and 98th on Amsterdam for as long as I can remember. I remember these and more. Grab a bottle of Beer to wash them all down, and youre all set! Brass plaques in the bar for seriuos regulars, and one of the inspirations for Cheers. The thick-cut slices of pepperoni turn into little cups that hold drops of precious grease, glistening like pork nectar. And the kitchen is as at ease with the muscular flavors of octopus a la plancha as it is with balancing the subtle flavors of a spring-pea risotto with Maine lobster and lemon verbena. Weren't a bunch of those around in the 1970s and earlier? Thank You ! Having said that, you could order the French onion soup and a martini and be perfectly satisfied by your meal here. There was a lovely cashier who made it to Cashier of the month with the fastest grocery bagging. Salty, meaty, and saucy, you cant say no to that one! Bchamel replaces red sauce in a Roman artichoke lasagna, basically an artichoke in a pasta costume. Learn how your comment data is processed. A coq au vin is offered as dark as night, the chicken-liver mousse as light as air. Once in a while I remembered to eat and since money was tight, Id get a bran muffin or bagel at Fairway below which would last me all day. Opera night at Caffe Taci was the best. Steffie, an immigrant from Germany, whose husband died of cancer, plays Frisbee with Emile, a French tourist guide who in the 70s lived with a tribe of cannibals in Papua, New Guinea, and ran from Tavern on the Green to California and back. There are ribs and catfish tacos on the menu, but what you really come here for are the otherworldly biscuit sandwiches that are actually just huge piles of food that happen to include bread on the top and the bottom. Located across from New York Citys Lincoln Center, Bar Boulud is a fancy bistro and wine bar that is French-inspired. I can't remember it ever not being there. Swiss chalet? Our favorite spots in a neighborhood packed with great places to eat. Gjelinas Owners Insist Their New York Restaurant Will Reopen. This Upper West Side newcomer has quickly ushered itself as one of the neighborhood's most important restauants. Chanterelle (New York City restaurant) Chelsea Place. Stone: I think Ernie's has been gone for a few years; the space became some sort of Latin American place that didn't last long (UWSers, correct me if I'm wrong). I'll have to check with my wife to try and remember the slogan. Every day was a new adventure, if I managed to do a triple pirouette on point in front of Barishnikov who used to come to Willie Burmanns advanced/professional class which I took religiously 3 hours a day for 4 years or climbed a tree in Riverside Park with a famous football player who didnt know how to get back down. All of that changed after John Lennon was killed but at the time it was great knowing that ppl who could live anywhere they pleased chose my neighborhood , Leda: haha, I found the perfect mate a couple of times but didnt know it till I found myself , Loved your beautifully written memories. It is still owned by the same people. Eat a bagel with smoked whitefish or nova from their takeout area on the corner of 80th Street and Broadway. What to order: Mahi Mahi, Spaghetti Alla Chitarra with White Truffles, Beet & Goat Cheese Ravioli, Address: 1900 Broadway, New York, NY 10023, A post shared by Cree | NYC Food & Travel (@creezyeats). And yes, Victor's (Cuban) was somewhere up there, before it opened on 52nd Street. This upscale Japanese spot operates out of the bottom floor of Korean restaurant Boka, and with its high-quality sushi and nice garden patio, it's one of the most impressive dining options on the Upper West Side. Being extremely famous for its stunning brunch dishes, Miriam has long been the locals hidden gem and will keep people lining up for a seat on weekends! I loved that picture of the woman hovering over the NY skyline. The nightlife of the hood has slowed down, but now drinks on the rooftop terrace have replaced our crazy days:). 35 Of The Best Restaurants On The Upper West Side: Eater The popular food website Eater just published a list of 35 local restaurants that give you a reason to Bird Dog offers the most useful luxury of all. This was just a delight. Like a Montrachet or a Sagrantino, a truly great Upper West Side restaurant must have deep roots in its terroir. My roommates were a black Cuban Shakespearean actor named Ascanio Sharpe and the now-famous actor Jeffrey Wright who taught me slang and would crack up at my European accent. This article includes affiliate links where we may get a small commission if you use our link. Thanks. Among the other revelations at Awadh is dum pukht, a genre of cooking wherein the protein is sealed under a layer of naan, immersed in clarified butter, and cooked slowly. Ephemeral New York in THE NEW YORKTIMES! My mother still lives at the same address. The menu, which spans from Arabic flatbread to Ibrico ham, is like a Carnival Cruise calling on all Mediterranean ports. Valenti gussies up a normcore frise salad with plump moules. Nicholas Braun has a new bar. Hi-Life's 1930's decor is the backdrop for bar & grill classics like flame-grilled steaks and hamburgers, broiled and seared fresh fish specials, bountiful "Big Bowls" of pasta and entree salads, and last but not least a 7. The Red Baron -- that was a really strange place; so dark and ominous, corner of 69th and Columbus, Sidewalkers -- the crab place on 72nd between Columbus and CPW, I think where Sambuca is now, Captain Nemo -- 72nd between Columbus and Amsterdam, seafood. I hear that Ernies and their big bowls has finally bid adeiu. Victor's Cafe was on the corner of 71 St. and Columbus. Barney Greengrass is an old-school Jewish brunch destination you shouldnt miss in the Upper West Side. Kokoro Mazesoba To Grand Open River District Location With Limited 2-Day BOGO Deal, Dinner at LAbattoir with Simon Ford, Fords Gin founder, Free & Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Vancouver, Exciting Things to Do in Victoria, BC All Year Round, Coquitlams Highly-Rated Singaporean Restaurant To Open New Burnaby Outpost, 9 Best Pet-Friendly Hotels In NYC To Stay At For A Great Trip, Bnh M Trs Bon Is Bringing Traditional Vietnamese Flavours To White Rock, Popular Aesthetic Cafe With Adorably Creative Treats Expands To Point Grey, Popeyes Fried Chicken To Open Their First Downtown Vancouver Outpost, Burnabys Massive Food Festival Is BACK All March Long: Bites of Burnaby. Alan looked a little like Howard Stern who worked out at the same gym as I. Though my exploits were tamer, I loved many of the same hangouts during my 40 years on the uws. And the little old Russian lady at the piano was Iya, who has passed away. Had a nice truffle festival as I recall. Sinai hospital, probably a day or two after being born) until 1987 when I went to college. I think La Rosita, further north on Broadway between 107th and 108th Sts., has been there equally long. Im moving back to where I was born in a month or so, Ill miss all of it but I already have been missing so much more. Like at a Just Salad for the ballsy, diners approach the counter at this Sichuan-by-way-of-Flushing fast-casual joint to contemplate an array of options. Since it opened in the early aughts, the cafe has drawn from the shelves during the day (silver dollar pancakes, tuna melts) and the meat counter at night (skirt steak Toscana, beef Wellington with foie gras, a panoply of burgers). It fell into disrepair -- no surprise here -- in the early 1970s and closed in 1974, to be reopened by Warner LeRoy (at the time best known as the creator of Maxwell's Plum) in 1976. Like the Upper East Side location, the here menu ranges from omelettes to meatloaf, but During happy hour, he does brisk business in gaufrettes and gougres at the bar, incidentally the longest zinc bar in Manhattan, And the menu is AP Bistro. I've mentioned some before. Loved this! But Im not sure how many patrons know about the almost ridiculous pedigree of chef Phillip Kirschen-Clark (Ducasse, Dufresne, Liebrandt). 13. Some of these stores may still be in business on the West Side, but I haven't done a Broadway Drive in Years, Maybe I'll do one when I visit next month. I'm also still very interested in finding out the names of the oldest restaurants in the neighborhood, like anything pre-WWII especially. Having come from a very liberal background in Europe, I was sad to see that even in New York there was still some racism present. They had delicious burgers. Could be; I was away during that time. 247 W 72nd St, New York, NY. The Vegan Chocolatier Who Wants to Turn Edible Butt Plugs Into a Business. 18. If youre going to brunch at Jacobs Pickles, bring a handful of Tums and a big group of friendsthen order a bunch of heavy Southern comfort food with reckless abandon. Thus has it been for the last century at this Upper West Side institution. Thanks for this. La Tacita de Oro, a Cuban-Chinese place, was in the old wooden former-general-store corner building on 100 St. and Broadway for the longest time until a few years ago, when they were forced to move and moved half a block south. . I live on the upper west side and I have to say, restaurants don't last very long. Even in the fairly short time I've been in my current apartment, ", Martin's Restaurant & Pub, Bway betw. 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