September 4, 2011
Live, from New York, it’s Cheeseburger Saturday Night! Starring Chat 'n' Chew and featuring the Ready For Prime Beef Player, Marty Wombacher. And now, one block away from MAD headquarters, please welcome Chat 'n' Chew!
The Chat 'n' Chew is just a block away from where I live. We took this walk last week, but everything was shut down due to Hurricane Tropical Storm Irene. I'm pretty sure we'll have better luck tonight.
Yes! They're open. I tried about ten shots to get the Chat 'n' Chew neon sign, but it wouldn't turn out. It says, "Chat 'n' Chew," trust me.
They have outside dining in the front here, but let's go inside and check it out.
Tables and a kitschy atmosphere greet you as you walk into the Chat 'n' Chew.
They've recently installed this large silver-topped bar in the front, so I decided to sit there.
And as soon as I sit down and get situated, Robbie, the friendly bartender happily serves up a Red Stripe.
At the front of of the bar is a subtle reminder that they serve pork chops in here.
They have a full bar here with drink specials every night.
Christmas lights, vintage signs and pictures decorate the walls and give the place a fun and festive feel.
Here's Jack, the manager of Chat 'n' Chew.
Ayda is filling up the ketchup bottles, I told her that Kari and Britta would appreciate this shot.
Meanwhile, back at the bar Robbie is busy filling orders.
And here's my dinner! I decided to change things up a bit and got the veggie burger instead of a beef burger. I got it with cheddar cheese and slathered it with mustard. Sorry Kari and Britta.
It was delicious!
And now time to head home and rest up for a road trip I'm taking on Sunday. Read all about that tomorrow! See you then, after dark.
My Meal
It was a first last night, instead of a beef burger, I got the Chat ‘n’ Chew’s Veggie Burger and it was great. I got it with cheddar cheese and it came grilled and it was really tasty. Not dry like a lot of veggie burgers are and the bun was bakery fresh. I always say the bun can make or break a good burger and this one definitely made it.
In addition to a turkey burger and a traditional burger called the “Holy Cow” the emphasis at Chat ‘n’ Chew is comfort food from your past. There’s meatloaf, mac and cheese (one of the best in New York in my humble opinion), fried chicken and a roast turkey dinner with all the trimmings on the menu. Some of the specialty items include a TV Dinner which consists of: chicken fried steak, green bean casserole and skin-on mashed potatoes with country gravy; The Boss's Favorite which is a grilled steak sandwich on toasted garlic bread with lettuce, tomato, grilled onions, mushrooms, and horseradish mayo on ciabatta; and Thanksgiving On A Roll which is fresh roast turkey with homemade stuffing, cranberry sauce and mayo on ciabatta. Breakfast and lunch are also available and there’s also beer, wine and a full bar for your boozing pleasure.
Cheeseburger Rating
Three Cheeseburgers, a very good burger!
Chat 'n Chew
10 E. 16th St. (Between Fifth and Union Square)
212-243-1616
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Reader Comments (16)
I like the veggie burger choice. Do it up Caribbean style with mustard-ketchup and hot sauce. YUM!
I suspect if you went there when they were busy, your head would explode a-la scanners.
@Melanie: I just used mustard and it was delicious!
@csp: I'm not sure what that means, but luckily I escaped with head intact.
Okay, I'm off for a Chillmaster road trip to Coney Island. I'll comment back later on, if I'm sober enough.
Mmmm...mmm...mmm...tasty looking falafel burger you've got there, Marty. Took one look at your dinner and it started up this weird little mind movie going in my head...Samuel L Jackson walks in on you while you're eating dressed in a dirty nightshirt and a burnoose and sporting an AK-47, swipes your vegie burger, takes a bite and says; "Allu Akbar...that is one tasty burger."
And now if you'll excuse me, it's time for my medication, some electro shock therapy and a little nap...
Damn, my mouth is watering, a real homey place. Am glad the yuppie crowd hasn't discovered it yet or else they'd come in with their baby carriages. Keep them out!
Yay for ketchup! I definitely agree that the bun can make or break the burger. My favorite is a place that has egg rolls. Yum. See maybe some of the Shake Shack people should venture out to the places without lines. Or maybe not. Hope you have fun at Coney Island!
Veggie burger,,,,great to have that option and it looked really good. I usually feel better when I stay away from meat, though I do love it. Surprise link was so funny, and scary because you got those freaks out there, pedophiles. Red Stripe beer from Jamaica is ok, though I find it rather weak, maybe mix it with some real ginger beer and give it a jolt.
nice little CSN...and once again it certainly looks like MAD eats better than me...not only did MAD get a beer but food too and no line...it looks like it was a good day for a road trip to some where that will soon not be there...hope it was all good...lookin' foward for that post...
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Gah. How can you ruin a perfectly good burger by putting mustard on it!? I don't understand. We have 7 jars of mustard in our house and only one person eats it. And to be honest, I don't like ketchup on my burgers either (but yes with fries). I'm not a "sauce" kinda person with burgers/hot dogs.
I seriously want that pig for my kitchen. We serve pork chops too!
Ayda = Sweet !
@Jaws: Ha! Have a good nap and electro shock therapy!
@Mykola Mick Dementiuk: So far it's pretty well clear of yuppies there and I hope they keep it that way.
@Kari: Coney Island was a blast as always! I knew you'd like the ketchup photo!
@Al: I agree, meat is a good thing to step away from now and again. Glad you liked the surprise link!
@rr: It was a great meal and no line! Great quote, as always!
@Britta: Mustard only enhances the burger and I'm assuming Tom is the mustard eater in your household. One more reason I can't wait to meet him!
@GENE: I agree!
When I was still gainfully employed on West 18th Street, I used to walk by that place every night on my way home. Never set foot inside, though. Now I may have to go in, chew on a burger and talk to myself.
@Uncle Waltie: Let me know when you want to go and I'll join you!
HA! I love the subtle reminder that they serve pork chops!
Mmmm...Chat 'n Chew. Great place with cold beer and a super friendly staff. Also, as evidenced by this post, the food rocks. Try those barbequed shrimp sometime. Okay, now I'm drooling.
@Biff: I'll try the barbecued shrimp next time for sure!