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| - The New York Cafe has been a long time staple on Broadview. I've depended on them for their onion rings, that saw me through many hang overs, and for just hearty, greasy-spoonish and cheap fare.
I hadn't been in over a year so I dropped in with a few friends.
The place looked the same (more on that later) and we were delighted to be handed brand new menus. Funny but on our way there, we commented to our friend, from out of area, how their menu never changes. Too bad we spoke too soon.
The menu is not only scaled back but there are a few changes, notably that now, if you order a burger or sandwich, you have to PAY EXTRA FOR FRIES. WTF?!! Who the hell charges extra for fries, that for years (and I do mean years) used to come with it - free of charge? I had the grilled chicken sandwich which was a big, honking piece of an actual chicken breast, not those horrid flat tasteless mystery meats. It was succulent and juicy but no onion. I guess now, that also comes with an added charge. A slice of onion? Really? Are things that bad?
So when all these what are now "extras" are added up, my trusty little place for a cheap meal, is no longer so cheap.
After our meal, one person commented on the decor, especially the crappy looking ceiling that could really use an overhaul. They changed the menu, not for the better, but not the decor which is looking very old and tired. If they are going to be charging these prices, the least they can do is spruce up the place.
Maybe it's under new management? All I know is, I was very disappointed and will probably avoid in future. There are so many restaurants in this area that look a lot nicer and don't stiff you for fries. Or onions. Tacky, tacky, tacky.
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