Ate at Blue Ribbon Brassserie last night upon arriving in New York.  We got there, gave our name to the host and killed half an hour walking around the block.  We sat at 10:45.  It was well worth the wait; everything was incredible.  I didn’t bring a camera so I’m using some pics from other spots to get the point across.  You’ll just have to go and see for yourselves.

Courtesy of www.reallygoodfood.org

We started with the classic Beef Marrow & Oxtail Marmalade and the Grilled Sardines.  Both were delicious.  The marrow was so flavorful and the marmalade was perfectly done, slightly sweet and tangy.  The Sardines were served with an anchovy puree that was actually one of the most amazing things I’ve ever tasted.  I felt a little awkward dipping the sardine in his friend’s puree but you do what you gotta do.

The Bar

Next we shared the Sauteed Calamari and the Fried Oysters.  Both of these were perfectly prepared as well.  The calamari was sauteed just the right amount and done with a delicious lemony sauce.  The oysters were also perfect, served on top of some kind of pickled or sauteed collard greens (I think).  Increible!

Finally we shared the special entree, a Braised Pork Shoulder.  Wow.  Definitely up there with the best braises I’ve ever tasted.

Prosecco Valdobbiadene: very reasonable, about 45 for a bottle.  Espresso: also very good.