AlwaysInformed: Harry’s Italian Pizza Bar

The Gluttoness — June 05, 2009

Eggplant Parmigiana Hero at Tuesday’s Dine Around Downtown

Gold St. may have seemed like a good idea in theory, but the 24-hour diner/bar/sushi concept wasn’t exactly embraced by locals in the financial district. As previously reported, the father-son team of Harry and Peter Poulakakos, is refurbishing the 2 Gold St. space and reverting to their successful “Harry’s” brand, this time with an Italian spin: Harry’s Italian Pizza Bar. If the term “pizza bar” sounds familiar, that’s because they’re also responsible for the perennially packed, Adrienne’s Pizza Bar.

We’ve gotten the early word on some of Harry’s new signature dishes. The menu will elaborate on Adrienne’s and include its renowned Old-Fashioned Pizzas. Aside from pizza, the big draws will be: family-style pasta portions (fitting considering this family-owned venture is under Peter’s management), a Meatball Hero, Steak Pizzaiolo, Stuffed Artichokes and Baked Clams. If you can’t wait until the June 15th opening, assuage your cravings for Italian at Adrienne’s in the meantime. Try the eggplant topping on your next old-fashioned pie— the thin slices make for a great Eggplant Parmigiana Pizza.

The Round-Up: Time Out NY’s Eat Out Awards ‘08

July 02, 2008

Every year, TONY scours the city’s culinary landscape in search of the best that our expansive dining scene has to offer. Here is the full list of the crowned winners and noteworthy nominees who were singled-out for their gastronomic achievements. (4/16-4/22)

Readers’ Choice

Best Neighborhood Bistro: Bar Tabac
Other Nominees: L’Absinthe, La Sirene, Regate

Best Vegetarian Restaurant: Blossom
Other Nominees: Candle 79, Caravan of Dreams, Counter

Best Celeb Chef Who Actually Cooks: Marc Meyer (Cookshop, Provence, Five Points)
Other Nominees: Colin Alevras (Tasting Room), Eric Ripert (Le Bernardin), David Waltuck (Chanterelle)

Best New Restaurant: Allen & Delancey
Other Nominees: Bar Boulud, Centro Vinoteca, Park Avenue Spring

Best Return of a New York Institution: 2nd Ave Deli
Other Nominees: Bull & Bear, Monkey Bar, Shopsin’s

Best Wine Bar: Blue Ribbon Downing Street Bar
Other Nominees: Black Mountain Wine House, Casellula Cheese & Wine Cafe, In Vino

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