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It isn't often I find myself looking for food options around Times Square (like most New Yorkers, I avoid the place if I can), but after meeting some friends who had been ice skating at Rockefeller Center, we were all hungry and ready for dinner. We found ourselves wandering downtown and west with a vague idea we wanted some form of European food until we stumbled upon Maria's Mont Blanc Restaurant on 48th Street.
I really liked the restaurant once we all stepped inside. It had a very warm, welcoming atsmophere: almost like you were coming home for a meal after a long time away. The staff were all very pleasant and helpful, and willing to handle a larger group without a reservation. It was also particularly cold in New York that evening, so it was great to step inside, warm up with a glass of wine, and catch-up with friends.
Some of my group ordered appetizers. Below was their caprese salad, always a solid choice.
Another friend got the French onion soup,
Tomato soup,
And the arugula salad,
I didn't order any appetizers, but all of my friends seemed pretty satisfied with what they were eating. Everything looked well portioned, and I was a little jealous I didn't get anything for myself.
And then dinner was served! First up is what I ordered, the Veal Dumpling a la Viennese. I was a little confused by the "dumpling" part as what came out was more like two very large veal dumplings. Not complaining - it was quite delicious, as I am also a fan of mushrooms - but a little bit misleading.
I didn't get pictures of everyone's meals, but I did what I could. Then there was also the Saute Shrimp & Scallops,
And the Grilled Fillet of Salmon,
And what is a good meal with friends without dessert! A bunch of us shared the Chocolate Fondue, which came with a variety of fruits and cakes for dipping in a decadent chocolate sauce. To. Die.
Since you can never have enough sweets, there was also tiramisu,
I walked out feeling full and satisfied. The food and drinks helped to complement a wonderful night out with friends. I was pleasantly surprised that it was so easy to find a cute little place just outside of the insanity that is Times Square and its plethora of chain restaurants. A definite recommend!
Maria's Mont Blanc Restaurant
315 W 48th Street
New York, NY 10036
212-582-9648
www.montblancrestaurant.com
I really liked the restaurant once we all stepped inside. It had a very warm, welcoming atsmophere: almost like you were coming home for a meal after a long time away. The staff were all very pleasant and helpful, and willing to handle a larger group without a reservation. It was also particularly cold in New York that evening, so it was great to step inside, warm up with a glass of wine, and catch-up with friends.
Some of my group ordered appetizers. Below was their caprese salad, always a solid choice.
Tomato soup,
And the arugula salad,
I didn't order any appetizers, but all of my friends seemed pretty satisfied with what they were eating. Everything looked well portioned, and I was a little jealous I didn't get anything for myself.
And then dinner was served! First up is what I ordered, the Veal Dumpling a la Viennese. I was a little confused by the "dumpling" part as what came out was more like two very large veal dumplings. Not complaining - it was quite delicious, as I am also a fan of mushrooms - but a little bit misleading.
I didn't get pictures of everyone's meals, but I did what I could. Then there was also the Saute Shrimp & Scallops,
And the Grilled Fillet of Salmon,
And what is a good meal with friends without dessert! A bunch of us shared the Chocolate Fondue, which came with a variety of fruits and cakes for dipping in a decadent chocolate sauce. To. Die.
Since you can never have enough sweets, there was also tiramisu,
I walked out feeling full and satisfied. The food and drinks helped to complement a wonderful night out with friends. I was pleasantly surprised that it was so easy to find a cute little place just outside of the insanity that is Times Square and its plethora of chain restaurants. A definite recommend!
Maria's Mont Blanc Restaurant
315 W 48th Street
New York, NY 10036
212-582-9648
www.montblancrestaurant.com
