Le 421 - New York

Sometimes you're just in the mood for a great burger and a stiff drink. We went to B&G around 6:30 PM, still during their happy hour. Drinks were two for one. Appetizers were half price. Their guacamole was spectacular. I can't wait to have it again. The drinks, Manhattans for me, martinis for my spouse, were expertly crafted. We weren't in the mood for fries so we were given a wonderful Israeli salad instead. The burgers were great. Total bill was under $100. Service is excellent.

The restaurant is closed, out of business, and completely unreachable—there's no phone line, nothing at all.

Despite the lengthy wait for our food, which was understandable since we were informed in advance that it would take about an hour, I was disappointed with my experience. My friend's order was incorrect, and they also waited an hour for their two eggs cooked medium. I ordered steak and eggs, but my steak came out raw. The management was polite and explained that they were understaffed, but if I have to wait an hour for my meal, I expect it to be done correctly. My child is traumatized from this experience, and I'm still hungry. No thanks.

Every good restaurant has an off-night. We've had a dozen meals at Barley and Grain and finally had a bad one. The Sazeracs were unduly acid (I doubt that they used the usual rye. and the martinis didn't have the elderflower garnish. The guacamole was incredibly spicy and the steakbits, usually great, were tough and chewy. The waiter never realized that he spilled my sister's salad's dressing on me. The hamburger meat was unusually fatty. I think this was just an off-night and we'll be back soon.

This restaurant is no longer in operation. It has been replaced by a pop-up restaurant called Hamsa.