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Re: NYCC 2015 Meet up
« Reply #30 on: August 21, 2015, 06:16:19 PM »
fri nite

i've eaten here & it was fun & very good
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44th & 8th

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pizza & beer/Margaretta's/wine
44th & 8th

this looks interesting
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just beer & wine
on 9th between 37th & 38th

 
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Re: NYCC 2015 Meet up
« Reply #31 on: August 22, 2015, 08:37:44 AM »
Italian is my favorite, so I'd be most interested in the second two, but the first looks okay as well.

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Re: NYCC 2015 Meet up
« Reply #32 on: August 23, 2015, 01:13:54 AM »
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So.... no one else has volunteered, so I guess it's up to me. You get what you pay for, guys, so I'll do my best, but you've been warned...  >:D

Okay, given that this poll was done before we knew about the TWD thing on Friday night, I am guessing that Saturday night is the best for a meetup (barring other major events being announced).

Keep in mind that I've visited NYC a number of times as a tourist, but I'm not at all familiar with this area. I have studied Google maps, reviews, pictures, and looked on Opentable. From what I can tell, anyplace that would take reservations/group bookings is likely going to be pricey. The best option I came up with was the IGK (International Gourmet Kitchen).

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They have a wide variety of food (soup/salad/sandwich, burgers, pasta, Mexican, Asian) at a reasonable price, and you can order in advance online. So we could just meet up there, with everyone ordering on their own.

The location is on 35th, near 8th, so it's a straight shot walk down 35th from Javitz (about 14 minutes) and is very close to Penn Station.

Would this work for people?

TJ, I'm up for this but what time were you thinking of meeting?  I have to be in Times Square (42nd St. and 7th Ave.) by 9:30pm-9:45pm that night.
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Re: NYCC 2015 Meet up
« Reply #33 on: August 23, 2015, 07:10:36 AM »
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TJ, I'm up for this but what time were you thinking of meeting?  I have to be in Times Square (42nd St. and 7th Ave.) by 9:30pm-9:45pm that night.

At this point I'm not sure about the time. I was going to wait until the schedule was released to firm that up, since we don't know what panels might be going on when.

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Re: NYCC 2015 Meet up
« Reply #34 on: August 23, 2015, 07:47:55 AM »
those restaurants can be for either nite

i thought the two Italian places took reservations
i had hoped the nycc residents would chime in.... i basically looked for a place which served unique food & drinks between msg & port authority

but, i am very adventurous when it comes to food- the more unique the better for me  ;)
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Re: NYCC 2015 Meet up
« Reply #35 on: August 23, 2015, 08:01:17 AM »
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those restaurants can be for either nite

i thought the two Italian places took reservations

I did the Tavolo restaurant on Opentable, but they didn't have any reservations available (even for 2 people) on Saturday night between 4:45 pm and 9:00 pm, so I ruled it out because of that. But that doesn't mean it might not work for Friday.

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Re: NYCC 2015 Meet up
« Reply #36 on: August 23, 2015, 01:53:09 PM »
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I did the Tavolo restaurant on Opentable, but they didn't have any reservations available (even for 2 people) on Saturday night between 4:45 pm and 9:00 pm, so I ruled it out because of that. But that doesn't mean it might not work for Friday.

TJ, "drinks" for me is usually iced tea or soda.  Pizza sounds great! 

I vote for Tavolo Hell's Kitchen for Friday night drinks and pizza.  Maybe Daredevil will stop by ;)

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Re: NYCC 2015 Meet up
« Reply #37 on: August 24, 2015, 07:36:45 AM »
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Hmmm, I checked and they're open until 11 pm, and say that they have an entire floor of 'dining area' upstairs. But given that I've never been there, I'll defer to your knowledge.

This was my entire reluctance to host something: that I did not know the area or the places there. If you have anotehr suggestion, I would appreciate it.

TardisMom, I don't drink, but I was thinking of hitting a place with slices of 'authentic New York pizza' on the way back to my hotel after the TWD premiere... ;)

The dining areas of these places usually are a room with cafeteria style tables and chairs.  The suggestion for John's pizzeria is a good one.  I think most people would like that.  I've never been to Tavola, but it has a good reputation.

You would think that as a local, I'd have tons of suggestions, but my fear is that what I consider "regular priced", out-of-towners consider "pricey".

Since people are suggesting the Times Square area, another Times Square area space people might like is Guy Fieri's restaurant:

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There are tons of good restaurants on 9th Avenue.

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Re: NYCC 2015 Meet up
« Reply #38 on: August 24, 2015, 08:49:01 AM »
Hey gang! Let me know when the meet up is happening and I will try to swing by if I am not too busy at NYCC. Here are a couple of recommendations for you. Both great places within walking distance of the Javits. Awesome food at both spots and usually plenty of room.

Clyde Fraziers
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Hope that helps!

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Re: NYCC 2015 Meet up
« Reply #39 on: August 24, 2015, 10:23:32 AM »
Do you guys want to try John's Pizzeria on Friday after TWD Premiere and Five Napkin Burger on Saturday?

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Re: NYCC 2015 Meet up
« Reply #40 on: August 24, 2015, 10:26:28 AM »
I go vote with BBQ that Brian suggested (he knows his BBQ) on Friday after the TWD event
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Re: NYCC 2015 Meet up
« Reply #41 on: August 24, 2015, 10:26:48 AM »
I'm good with that.

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Re: NYCC 2015 Meet up
« Reply #42 on: August 24, 2015, 10:34:04 AM »
Whatever you guys decide to go, I'll try to be there too. Waiting for schedules.

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Re: NYCC 2015 Meet up
« Reply #43 on: August 24, 2015, 10:42:35 AM »
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I did the Tavolo restaurant on Opentable, but they didn't have any reservations available (even for 2 people) on Saturday night between 4:45 pm and 9:00 pm, so I ruled it out because of that. But that doesn't mean it might not work for Friday.

i'm cool with Italian one nite, burgers the next & BBQ the next <in any order>   ;)

i'd like to do something on Thursday more casual so folks could meet up & get to know each other irl.  one of the burger place might be good for that

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looks like they've got a varied menu with beer <yes, i do like a beer or two <wink>

Brian's suggestion again for BBQ for Saturday

skyline Dinner- very casual for Sun



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Re: NYCC 2015 Meet up
« Reply #44 on: August 24, 2015, 10:55:17 AM »
Okay, so let's formalize this...

Thursday - informal gathering (5 Napkin Burger?)
Friday (after TWD Premiere) - Clyde Fraziers
Saturday - Southern Hospitality BBQ
Sunday - Skyline Diner

Does this work for everyone?

Does anyone know if any of these restaurants take group reservations/online orders? I'd hate to be waiting an hour+ to be seated.