Robert Sietsema

Robert Sietsema

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Longtime NYC food writer/critic (Eater NY alum); restaurant culture

East Village Gets Japanese‑inspired Pizza, Skip the Tiramisu
SocialMay 8, 2026

East Village Gets Japanese‑inspired Pizza, Skip the Tiramisu

The East Village has a new pizza joint, selling pies that originated in...Japan. But skip the tiramisu, which may remind you of a damp green dog. https://t.co/M0pP4V1dfw https://t.co/kHlkhp3Yqz

By Robert Sietsema
Tulcingo Del Valle: Town’s Top Mexican Spot, Try Octopus Aguachile
SocialMay 6, 2026

Tulcingo Del Valle: Town’s Top Mexican Spot, Try Octopus Aguachile

In my latest review, I declare Tulcingo Del Valle the best all-round Mexican restaurant in town. And now that Cinco de Mayo is over, you can actually visit it and try this octopus aguachile. https://t.co/pd2z70nbvY https://t.co/EXjOl5517K

By Robert Sietsema
My #1 Burger Pick Revealed in Free Substack
SocialMay 3, 2026

My #1 Burger Pick Revealed in Free Substack

In my free Substack on Monday, I enumerate my 10 favorite burgers, and here is #1. Tune in to find out where it's from. https://t.co/rUlan19V8e

By Robert Sietsema
Throwback BBQ Tour of South Carolina with Melissa
SocialMay 1, 2026

Throwback BBQ Tour of South Carolina with Melissa

Follow me and Melissa McCart on a barbecue tour of South Carolina, 15 years ago. https://t.co/hzeDFdOveY https://t.co/2l5DPhWEF9

By Robert Sietsema
Exploring Essex Street Market's Revitalized Food Court
SocialApr 29, 2026

Exploring Essex Street Market's Revitalized Food Court

My latest food court revisit is up, featuring the Essex Street Market on the Lower East Side: https://t.co/mNGCBU9BDb https://t.co/LkpyTlMZf8

By Robert Sietsema
White Vs. Red: Which Grand Central Chowder Wins?
SocialApr 18, 2026

White Vs. Red: Which Grand Central Chowder Wins?

Which do you prefer at the Grand Central Oyster Bar, white or red clam chowder? https://t.co/01Gk5drvy7

By Robert Sietsema
Eight Years Later: Is DeKalb Market Hall Still Worth It?
SocialApr 17, 2026

Eight Years Later: Is DeKalb Market Hall Still Worth It?

Today's Substack is a visit to the eight year old DeKalb Market Hall. Is it still worth visiting? https://t.co/9licBgoJhK https://t.co/abX8bDvSxe

By Robert Sietsema
Hainan Jones Opens Counter at DeKalb Market
SocialApr 16, 2026

Hainan Jones Opens Counter at DeKalb Market

Hainan Jones has a counter in DeKalb Market, read about it tomorrow in my Substack: https://t.co/mAymqyqsvv

By Robert Sietsema
Chor Bazaar's Misal Pav Drenches Crunchy Snacks in Fiery Chutney
SocialApr 15, 2026

Chor Bazaar's Misal Pav Drenches Crunchy Snacks in Fiery Chutney

Misal pav at Chor Bazaar features crunchy snacks in a lake of red chile chutney. https://t.co/nrBIPKwnXg https://t.co/dmo7P5L5YG

By Robert Sietsema
Mofungo’s Forgotten 1982 Mudd Club Performance Resurfaces
SocialApr 14, 2026

Mofungo’s Forgotten 1982 Mudd Club Performance Resurfaces

I'd forgotten this gig, but my band (Mofungo) played at the Mudd Club in 1982. https://t.co/zTLmqSkcXQ

By Robert Sietsema
My Curated Upper West Side Restaurant Guide Goes Live
SocialApr 12, 2026

My Curated Upper West Side Restaurant Guide Goes Live

My idiosyncratic list of where to eat on the Upper West Side just went online on Gothamist: https://t.co/TvHkslwscH

By Robert Sietsema
Simple Wine‑steamed Mussels: Market Fresh, Flavor‑packed
SocialApr 12, 2026

Simple Wine‑steamed Mussels: Market Fresh, Flavor‑packed

What I did with the fresh mussels from the farmers market yesterday afternoon, cooked in wine, butter, garlic, shallots and a dab of tomato paste https://t.co/gOngZrmD7c

By Robert Sietsema
New Thai Spot Wanglang Delivers Fresh Flavors
SocialApr 8, 2026

New Thai Spot Wanglang Delivers Fresh Flavors

Feel like reading a restaurant review today? Here's my take on Thai newcomer Wanglang, just off Madison Square. https://t.co/SNxAKr3MfF https://t.co/l9NkuA1BPF

By Robert Sietsema
Guess the Year NYC's First Japanese Restaurant Opened
SocialApr 1, 2026

Guess the Year NYC's First Japanese Restaurant Opened

If you had to guess what year the first Japanese restaurant opened in NYC, what year would it be? https://t.co/176nmHPxWX https://t.co/yyQrwyEtcS

By Robert Sietsema