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Thank you everyone for your wonderful and helpful responses. Here is a summary:
*I actually just moved to NYC from Texas a few weeks ago.
One of the best places to go w/ kids would probably be Risotteria in the
West Village (on Bleeker between 6th and 7th; www.risotteria.com). They
have GF pizza and risotto, and mark everything legal w/ a GF symbol on the
menu. They even have fairly decent GF chocolate chip cookies and rice
pudding for dessert. My favorite part is definitely the GF beer (though I
suppose that's more for the adults). : )
Another place you might want to try is "Gus's Place," also in the W. Village
(149 Waverly Place at 6th Ave; www.gusplacenyc.citysearch.com). They have
Greek/Meditterranean (oops - am forgetting how to spell it properly right
now) food, and will give you a celiac menu upon request. A group of us
celiacs went out to brunch there a couple of Sundays ago and they served GF
bread and an awesome flourless chocolate cake. I am told they actually have
a separate kitchen where they prepare the GF stuff so it shold be
ultra-safe. I don't know how adventurous of eaters your kids are, but I
seem to think the food ranged from the more exotic to the more simple so
they should be able to find something they like.
There are also a number of more health-food/vegetarian types of places that
cater to the celiac crowd. I have not tried Gobo yet, but have heard it's
good if you're in the Chelsea neighborhood. Pure Food and Wines is a
vegan/raw place close to Union Square where I live - it's good but very
gourmet and fancy (a.k.a. pricey).
I've also heard about a Mexican place called the Rocking Horse Cafe (182 8th
Ave., between 18th and 20th), but have been told it's best to call ahead in
the afternoon so they know you're coming. Bloom's Delicatessian (sp?) Cafe
is at 350 Lexington and 40th; supposedly the omlettes, fries, salads, and
fish are OK there.
If you are in the East Village and looking for a special treat, there is a
Belgian french fry place (Pommes Frites) right around 7th St. and 2nd Ave.
I haven't tried it yet, but they only sell french fries so it should be OK
as long as you are careful w/ the sauces. There are usually crowds of
people w/ big greasy cones of fries milling about on the sidewalk.
While I'm guessing most of the street food is out (though I haven't actually
checked into the roasted nuts), sometimes you can find people selling mangos
on a stick which is sorta fun. (Don't know if they will still be doing this
by December though. . . : ) ). There are also a handful of Whole Foods
stores throughout the city if you need to get snacks. There's one at 24th
and 7th Ave. in Chelsea and they are getting ready to open one in Union
Square. The best one is up in Colombus Circle on the Upper West Side, at
Broadway and 59th in the basement of the Time-Warner building. They have a
really good salad/food bar and the eating area has a lot of cool lights and
things that the kids might find fun.
If I think of anything between now and then I'll try to remember to shoot
you an email. Feel free to email if you have any NY sorts of questions
between now and then. I totally love the city so far and am really looking
forward to being here when everything is decked out for the holidays. Hope
ya'll have a fun trip,
*Check the gluten free restaraunt awareness program list. I think Blooms has great "breakfast for lunch" type food as well as other fare. Most importantly their french fries are gf.
*Another fun place to eat (very casual, no waiter service) is the Hampton
Chutney Company. They make these rice flour based dosas ( like a wrap). They are
at 68 Prince St (between Crosby and Lafayette). 212.226.9996.
*O'Lunneys in Mid-Town. http://www.olunneys.com
http://newyork.citysearch.com/profile/11351575/new_york_ny/o_lunney_s_times_square_pub.html?cslink=search_name_noncust&ulink=__searchslot1_520__0_profile_5_1
Nice place, prices aren't outrageous, good food. All servers don't know
about celiac or gluten free. So call ahead and/or talk to the
receptionist/manager when you arrive.
*There is a comprehensive listing of GF places to eat and shop at our site:
www.silly-yak.com. Just click the GF/NY button.
As far as "child-friendly" I would say that Risoterria is best ... mostly
because eating the dozens of types of Risotto is a great experience, and the
place is small and interesting. They also have pizza - and beer for the grown ups.
And the block it is on has lots of little vendors with fun stuff.
Have a great time here in NYC!
*we were just in NY and there is a FABULOUS restaurant called Risotteria - in
the West village. the address is 270 Bleecker St. phone 212 924 6664
they have wonderful gf pizzas, cookies - and for the older celiac - gf beer.
My son said it tasted exactly like real beer. they have many gf items on
their menu - and they are all marked. If you have any questions - feel free
to write - they do not take checks - just credit card or cash. I have a
menu here - but don't see an e-mail address. Hope you find it!!!!
*We have been there with our 2 celiac children. They really liked Jekyl &
Hyde Restaurant. It is a theme restaurant with characters that walk around
and talk to the tables. It's kind of a Frankenstein theme. It is right
around 57th/58th and 6th Ave. There are 2 in the city but we went to the
one at the above address. They had a hamburger with potato chips.
*Where will you be in NYC? I know my daughter lives around the corner from
an Outback Steakhouse. She lives at East 55th Street and 3rd street.
There's also a great little diner at East 55th and 2nd. We've had great
salads there.
*Gus's Place in the Village--Greek food....Maybe the kids wouldn't like it--but the chicken/steaks are pretty plain as far as kid's likes go. They have a GF menu-bread-dessert! and are knowledgeable. Probably a good bet!
Thanks Again,
Jillian
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