Just the thought of East being closed…. *sniffle*

Great comment as always. I don’t mind you posting these links at all. I don’t spend much time down on Wall Street eating and if I do, it’s not going to be for Halal. Thanks for the reccs, hopefully someone will be able to put this to use. I’m honestly not a big halal guy in general, it’s the last kind of street food I’d really splurge for, then again, I’m not a big street food guy in Manhattan either, although I do want to try Calexico. No worries about the tangent, its all good food talk, thats what its all about. Keep the good stuff coming.

The truck is called “Express Power Lunch,” this link is the Wall Street location and reviews ($5 rice platter, but $3 gyro): http://www.yelp.com/biz/express-power-lunch-new-york

Food Guy, if your previous post is correct, and your office is in Midtown (by Ted’s?), here’s a spot that may be much closer to you: http://www.yelp.com/biz/express-power-lunch-new-york-3

I guess that about wraps it up for now. It’s kinda funny how this East Buffet thread went off on a tangent. My bad.

Hell of a job by you again. I’ve heard great things about Smokin Al’s, definitely need to get out to Bayshore soon to check it out. You know what, now that you say it, in regard to L&B, maybe my eyes are bigger than my stomach, I think I could handle 9 slices as well. 24 is just absurd.

Never heard of the Good Steer but will definitely keep it in mind.

Also never been to the halal cart downtown, not a big fan of the cart food, although a I’ll try one that has been recommended. I also want to try the Calexico cart which won the Vendy awards.

As for BBQ and burgers, I think I’ll have to read through your site and visit your best picks in NYC. On Long Island, if you’re willing to take the trip, there’s The Good Steer out east in Lake Grove/Stony Brook and Smokin’ Al’s in Bayshore. I’ve been to The Good Steer twice, the pork ribs are pretty good and they’re big portions, the burgers were decent too. I haven’t been to Smokin’ Al’s yet, but I’ve heard great reviews on their pulled pork and brisket of beef, the only downside is that it’s a small place and heavily crowded…you may expect waiting times before being seated.

You know what food I miss the most in the city? The big red Hallel food truck down on Wall Street and Pearl Street. The gyros are a whopping $3, and you can pick seasoned chicken (never tried it) and lamb chunks (the way Greeks are supposed to make it, not that sliced stuff), all cooked right there on the truck. The lamb is delicious!!! The only problem: the truck is only parked there during work hours on Monday-Friday…no weekends or late night, argh!

I’ve been to all three of those places and with the exception of Chipotle (the burritos sit there like a log in your stomach), I’m down with the other two.

L&B is excellent. I think I could eat 3/4 of a Sicilian Upside Down Pie on my own. The sauce is great and the cheese underneath is a nice touch. The crust is what makes it though, airy, crispy and delicious. There’s a place called NY Pizza Suprema, on 31st and 8th ave, which also has a Sicilian upside down that’s pretty good. Check it out.

Ted’s is right near my office and while the food is good and the menu decent (not much that stands out), the prices are high. You will spend at least $12 on a meal at Ted’s. I’ve also found that their delivery tends to be a bit haphazard, something’s always forgotten. Just something to think about. That being said, the chicken sandwiches are quality. I get the one with cheddar, fried onions and bacon. It’s pretty tasty. Just make sure to ask for your fries and onions well done. The onion rings are also interesting, as big as bangle bracelets, and spiced well, although sometimes they err on the salty side. Never had dessert or appetizers although people like their salads and bison meatballs.

Chipotle used to be an old favorite but it just went down in quality and experience every time I went. Either the meat portion would be too small or the construction of the burrito would just be a disaster. Whatever it was, the meal itself ended up being a bit lackluster. Here’s my recipe for what I feel is the best burrito there: Flour burrito, black beans, pork, pico de gallo, corn salsa, a little hot salsa, and guacamole. You may also want a bag of their lime-salt chips to scoop up leftovers. This meal will induce food coma, so be warned.

Master, great comment. Keep it coming. How about BBQ and Burgers any thoughts?

P.S. – Foodguy thanks for recommending the tim tams…. greatest thing i’ve ever eaten.