NYC Tastes

I know, I know...I just can't help it.  I'm just really enjoying everything, old and new, on their menu right now.  Last visit I had the Kale Salad with  Jalapeno Yellowtail Sashmi. The sashimi looked almost identical to the jalapeno yellowtail from Nobu and tasted just as fresh.  I absolutely loved the crunchy kale salad on the side with a creamy peanut dressing.  This is a prefect meal for you low carb eaters out there (just ask for no soy sauce). Mr. T indulged in our old favorite the Knife and Fork Ribs.  These were so incredibly juicy and tender with that addictive BBQ sauce and thin crispy fries.  We decided to go all out and get the signature Spinach and Artichoke dip as well. There is no Spinach and Artichoke Dip that even compares to this one.  They make it so creamy and rich...I think I drooled a little thinking about it just now.  Is there anyway NOT to be hooked on this place?   ...

I usually try to avoid chain restaurants but Hillstone is so damn good I just can't deny it.  They have that rich, creamy Spinach and Artichoke dip and a low lit sexy vibe.   Let's start by being completely truthful.  I had just been telling friends how my craving  for fruits and grains has been so strong lately that I considered taking on a vegetarian lifestyle.  Well one little bite of this burger and that idea went flying out the window. The Hillstone burger comes with the works, so be prepared for absolutely everything- ketchup, mustard, BBQ sauce and mayo; pickles, onions, lettuce, cheese and tomato.  It's like a fancy Big Mac. But don't let that Big Mac comment fool you...this is a serious burger.  The seeded bun is lathered in butter and toasted so you have two golden buttery flats to soak up all the juices exploding from the meat, while the patty maintains that salty crunchy char I love so much on top...