What's really special about this next restaurant is that it evokes a feeling of confusion. You feel a little lost, unsure of where you actually are. New York? Asia? New York? Asia?
Jean-Georges Vongerichten, famed chef of restaurants such as Nougatine in cities like New York and Paris recently opened up his latest in the Meatpacking District of New York City. Steps away from Chelsea Market, it makes you feel a million miles away. Spice Market, the newest addition to his long list of restaurants, uses international spices in every dish, from the drinks to the desserts.
On a recent trip to New York, my family and I decided to check it out. It definitely isn't his best known restaurant, still a little under the radar, so we made reservations about a month in advance, and on a Saturday night this summer, walked in. Everything about the decor and ambience of this place is extremely spectacular. Every little detail, down to the bathroom sink faucets make you feel like you're actually in South East Asia. The waiters are in traditional Southeastern Asian robes,which further adds to the feeling. Without even have tried the food yet, I give Jean Georges five stars for the ambience of the place.
Our waitress arrived almost right away with our menus and Fiji water. Unlike most restaurants, the menu was not too extensive. It incorporates some basics, like fried rice with some new and exotic spices and chicken samosas with yogurt at some pretty modest prices. In a few words, Spice Market is amazing food on a budget. My experience at this restaurant was amazing.
**All dishes are served family-style. They are brought to your table once they are ready and set in the middle for you and your party to dig right in!
Spice Market
403 W. 13th Street
Meatpacking District
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