food, Bahn Mi places). Now that’s it’s cold out and not so nice to sit in a park and eat, does anyone know of a public space where someone can sit and eat, preferably in either the West Village or in Soho? How about a... (2 replies, last updated by mrnyc December 18, 2002)

for as long as i can remember, i’ve always felt very uncomfortable eating alone in a public setting. it’s better if i have something to read or if i can watch tv while eating, but if i don’t have a distraction... (55 replies, last updated by porkanista February 26, 2008)

I saw a couple people listed this as one of the most underated places to eat in nyc, does anyone have any reviews on it? No one said much about it in the “most underated” posts and I was thinking of checking it out... (0 replies, last updated by TampaNativeThatLovesNYC August 31, 2009)

So, what’s with it. New Zealand and Asian fusion say the foodies but, since I’m not sure what New Zealanders eat (lamb and mutton would be my guess), am curious what the fusion is. Will visit this Friday but any tips,... (0 replies, last updated by gumnaam January 30, 2007)

(main dish). It was served with some radish and feta salad (i think)and an empanada filled with smoked tongue. It was great to eat in a restaurant that challenges the senses a bit! overall...im a big fan...already have another... (3 replies, last updated by doc March 25, 2005)

Darlinghurst/Potts Point/Surry Hills are a good choice. Close to the city and public transport, really good variety of nightlife and food (have to disagree with DebbieAnn as Potts Point has some great food, e.g Jimmy Liks,... (14 replies, last updated by Beach Chick August 17, 2009)

Hey C’hounds.. I have a 5pm flight from JFK and my goal today is to eat a great meal on my way there. I’m starting at home in Boerum Hill around noon, giving myself 5hrs to take trains and busses to get to the... (5 replies, last updated by FixUpLookSharp January 17, 2006)

I’m beginning a PhD program at Johns Hopkins School of Public Health this fall and I know I just won’t survive 5-6 years of eating lunch in the JHSPH cafeteria! Can anyone recommend some great nearby places that are... (19 replies, last updated by baltoellen June 14, 2007)

In the “Soy Sauce on Rice” thread someone mentioned in Japan, putting soy sauce on rice was considered gauche. It made me wonder if anyone out there would really not eat something in public they otherwise enjoy, but... (58 replies, last updated by vicki_vale October 4, 2006)

High-quality start-to-finish meals are few and far between, so it’s a big deal when you eat one, especially at an upstart trendy place. My fiancee and I had dinner at Public on Elizabeth St. tonight (10/8) and it was great.... (0 replies, last updated by jakew8 October 9, 2007)

After procrastinating over making a reservation for my SO’s birthday and as a result failing to get a table at Gramercy Tavern, Veritas, and Blue Hill, I settled for Public. It was a place we’d always meant to eat at... (1 reply, last updated by s.piller December 11, 2006)

Kempenaar’s in Middletown RI has a public clambake on July 3rd. My brother-in-law had his wedding there and it was fantastic. My cousin had her wedding at Francis Farm and it was good. Service was slow for the people not... (8 replies, last updated by Scargoe May 6, 2009)

but spied a lemon meringue pie. At Webster NH public suppers, there is one particular pie baker who makes The Best lemon meringue pie and this pie was one of hers! Last night as my husband was eating a slice he declared that he... (8 replies, last updated by Pegmeister May 22, 2007)

Hello fellow chowhounds! I am thinking of going to PUBLIC on Wednesday night with another couple. Any thoughts and recommendations would be appreciated. Thanks, tommy (6 replies, last updated by jay March 29, 2006)

My niece is an upcoming chef with an interest in asian themed fusion food. I know Gotham is an institution that has been around forever and that Public has an upcoming innovative chef. Unfortunately, I have not been to either... (8 replies, last updated by AssociEat November 28, 2006)