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Ever since the Meatpacking District was
overtaken by Carrie and her gals (and now that Florent has packed it
up—Florent,
we hardly knew ye…), abattoirs have sprung up all over
town offering sloppy, bloody burgers. Fortunately for those of us
who appreciate animals too much to eat them, 5 Napkin Burger offers
a platterful of veggie burger, served with fries—and enough
condiments and dressings to be considered a side salad.
5 Napkin is one of those restaurants connected to the Tour de France
Group, by way of partners Simon Oren and chef Andy D’Amico. Along
with Marseille at the block’s southern end, and Nizza next door, 5
Napkin Burger makes for three aces on the same block—and a perfect
stop on your way home from the theatre. Expect white cloth napkins
to wipe your messy face, and white porcelain-tile walls—and meat
hooks running along the ceiling. Ignore the hooks (and the
attendant images of dead animals) and focus on your veggie burger,
which is fresh and well seasoned. The crowd is eclectic, in that
comforting New York style—so many different types living in such
close proximity—and all of us bound together by good food and
conviviality late at night. Order a Guinness and toast to the city
you love.
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