rye

rye

great food, great cocktails; excellent choice for dinner!  rye is nestled on a quiet street in south williamsburg but don't be fooled, reviews for chef cal elliott have been anything but quiet.  rye received the michelin guide's bib gourmand selection for best value, as well as one of time out ny's cheap eats awards. 


the last time i went, i was meeting a few girlfriends and arrived a few minutes before 7.  i parked at the bar and was pleasantly surprised to be able to order off the happy hour menu. there's no beating $5 for a cocktail.  not just a vodka soda either, i got a southside. this summer refresher had gin, muddled cucumber, mint, fresh lime and soda. just what i needed after a long day at the office : )


another good to know, rye's menu is a safe bet for just about anyone.  you can choose from staples like mac n' cheese and meatloaf or venture out and try the pork duo or long island duck breast.  you're in good hands either way, trust me, i've tried a number of items on the menu.  the one that i haven't had a chance to dig into yet is the grass fed ribeye for two.  it's next on my list.  the last time i visited, a group of gentlemen next to me ordered it and i found the presentation quite impressive. no matter what you order for dinner, be sure to save room for the donut holes afterwards.  they're warm and have a crispy outside and a moist, springy inside.  you get a sweet caramel sauce to dip them in; i think we wound up polishing it off with a spoon after we'd finished the donut holes. anyway, be sure to check out rye for brunch, lunch, dinner or just happy hour at the bar~