I haven’t been to Thai Urban Kitchen, but when I worked in the Ogilvie Center several years ago (before TUK) there was a decent Thai place in Presidential Towers that would fit your description. Also, what about going to Lou... (12 replies, last updated by chibob October 31, 2008)

They are opening in Hillandale Shopping Center, in the old KFC. Two doors down from Starbucks. (3 replies, last updated by DC TOOL January 7, 2008)

Does rural foraging count? I live on a mountaintop 5 miles from the nearest store. We have some gnarly little wild blackberries and loads of wild strawberries, which are teensie. Sometimes you see the blackberries in urban parks... (37 replies, last updated by Ruby November 24, 2003)

, and we’re really interested to learn about how other cities approach food justice and food access issues. i haven’t been able to find out much on my own, so i thought i’d ask hounders. anything from urban... (4 replies, last updated by Bigley9 February 25, 2009)

seated and our waiter poured water for us and told us we could find the wine list on the back of the paper placemat that served as a menu, and ran off. No mention of the $30 Urban Eats promotion, no menu for that in sight. A few... (6 replies, last updated by Olympia Jane May 18, 2007)

I was in the neighborhood today and had lunch with a friend at Urban Solace. Absolutely loved the space, from the richly burnish brick wall to the deep wood finishes and the soothing and inviting patio, to the beautiful stained... (36 replies, last updated by cstr October 29, 2008)

There’s been mention of Added Value Farm in Red Hook. This is a shout out for another farm/garden, Urban Oasis, near Downstate Medical Center. It’s a vocational program at Kingsboro Psychiatric Center: students learn... (0 replies, last updated by shindiganna August 22, 2006)

I will be at Golden, CO on business. are there any good urban eclectic eats in and around Golden or Denver? I would love to hear some traditional japanese places where I can get Ankimo. Also, any tapas and wine places would be... (8 replies, last updated by tatamagouche June 29, 2009)

in Heritage Square in downtown Phoenix. Another restaurant in downtown Phoenix that has taken up residence in an old home is Cibo Urban Pizzeria. Dave and I were looking for a nice spot of Italian food and a new experience, so we... (23 replies, last updated by silverbear November 9, 2007)

Staying at the Rockefeller Center Hotel this coming Friday prior to starting a cruise Sat. We are set for Friday evening – any suggestions for something “special” for breakfast/brunch/lunch Sat. to start the... (1 reply, last updated by RGR October 23, 2006)

Tucked between two laundry mats in the upper part of Chicago sits UrbanBelly, Chef William Kim and his wife’s Asian focused restaurant. Entering the restaurant is evokes a sense of entering another world. The outside is adorned... (2 replies, last updated by pastry634 August 23, 2009)

I will be in S.F. for an afternoon meeting in the Civic Center on a week day later this month. I’ll have about one hour for lunch before the meeting. Any suggestions for a wonderful restaurant within walking distance... (6 replies, last updated by panda October 14, 2004)

generica around the downtown touristy areas, such as the convention center. It’s OK though, the adventurous types will pass right by that stuff and search out the local treasures. (28 replies, last updated by Ferne March 14, 2003)

Locust), Tanner B’s (great appetizers – 1113 Pine), and Wasabi (sushi and bento lunches – 1228 Washington), 400 Olive ("urban grill" whatever that is – 400 Olive). Stop by Gelateria for some great ice... (2 replies, last updated by Doug May 30, 2006)

at kiiroi hana or ten-kai for sushi/japanese on 56th between 5-6th aves. not big on atmosphere but good traditional sushi. i’d recommend wu liang ye on 48th between 5-6th. saying it’s great chinese doesn’t do it... (8 replies, last updated by Heidi April 20, 2003)