CILANTRO 1712
2nd Ave. New York, NY 10128
Cross Street: Between 88th Street and 89th Street
(212) 722-4242The habanero wings are very good, as well
as the nachos, nicoise salad and the flank steak.
CIRTUCE
BAR & GRILL
320 Amsterdam Ave. New York, NY 10023-8205
(212) 595-0500
This popular restaurant and bar draws Upper West Siders
looking for a good Southwestern fare.
The food here alternately hits the spot. Winning appetizers
include the robust romaine and pickled-vegetable salad,
the selection of quesadillas and the cornmeal-crusted
oysters. Among entrees, the skirt steak and yellowfin
tuna stand out. Desserts--including berry-flavored tortillas,
a huge flan and a chocolate torte.