Dining in Manhattan: Asiadog

Ever find yourself craving a delicious, juicy, grilled organic (chicken, beef or veggie) hot dog topped with, say, kimchi or Asian sesame slaw?  Or Japanese curry with kimchi apples?  Or spicy ketchup, jalapeño mustard, and crushed salt and pepper potato chips? (Can you tell we’re hungry?) Asiadog’s got you covered.  Started in the back yard of a friend’s bar, Asiadog has expanded to locations that include the Brooklyn Flea, Central Park’s Summerstage, Terminal 5, and pretty much any in-the-know event.  They even opened their own shop on the border of Chinatown, and it’s the perfect place to grab a bite whilst kicking around Nolita or Soho.

(image via mesohungry)

Asiadog

66 Kenmare, between Mott and Elizabeth (Little Italy/Chinatown border)

212-226-8861

 

 

Dining in Long Beach: Bob’s Natural Foods

Feeling a little rundown, and the Quiksilver Pro hasn’t even started yet?  Too many nights at Mother’s Ruin effectively ruining YOU?  A SoCal’er missing Erewhon or Mother’s Market?  Then do what the locals do: go to Bob’s Natural Foods.  Owners Bob and Allison have owned and operated the store since 1975, making them Long Island’s oldest independent natural food store.  In addition to their cafe that carries smoothies, vegan and gluten-free specials, organic fruit juices, wraps and sammies, Bob and Allison also have a huge assortment of vitamins – key for those B12 mornings – as well as an entire all-natural grocery store.  Even better, Bob’s is just around the corner from the Allegria and the contest site.

Bob’s Natural Foods

104 W. Park Ave., Long Beach

516-889-8955

 

We love our Quiksilver Pro partners: Swingbelly’s BBQ

BBQ-lovers, you are in luck with Swingbellys.  Not only is their food delicious, but they have the following specials that you need to pay close attention to:

Mondays – all-you-can-eat Monster wings for $9.99, and $10 pitchers

Tuesday – Fried chicken night, with 5 pieces, a side, and cornbread for $12.95

Thursdays – $1 rib night.  Yes, you heard us – each rib is only ONE DOLLAR.  Seriously?

Plus, they have a live surf cam.

(images courtesy Thomas Brookins)

Swingbelly’s BBQ

909 West Beech Street, Long Beach

516-431-3464

We love our Quiksilver Pro partners: The Beach House

Wanna get your weekend sports fix while taking a break from the beach?  The Beach House is your jam, with plenty of TVs broadcasting every game or match possible (well, maybe not curling)…and buffalo calamari!

The Beach House

906 West Beech Street, Long Beach

516-208-8733

Dining in Long Island: Vito’s

If Vito’s was a person, he’d be a big Italian guy that was all, “Oi mate, how’s about a pint and some chips?  Fuhgeddaboutit!”  ‘Cause see, the big thing about Vito’s is its fish and chips – not pizza, as the name might imply.  Prime location right on the beach side, next to the showers.  Showers!

Vito’s (no website)

5 New York Ave, Long Beach

516-889-4650

We love our Quiksilver Pro partners: Zamboni’s Deli

Classic deli sandwiches, including those of the breakfast (like bacon, egg, and cheese) and hero (like the “Raging Bull”) variety.  Note: the heroes are massive and can easily serve as two meals.  Also – they deliver to the beach!

Zamboni’s Deli

250 West Park Ave, Long Beach

516-432-1918

We love our Quiksilver Pro partners: Minnesota’s

Just one short block from the beach, Minnesota’s has got you covered with American fare, a focus on seafood, and a large bar area and outdoor patio.  Chill here after being in the sun all day long.

(image courtesy Thomas Brookins)

Minnesota’s

959 West Beech Street, Long Beach

516-432-4080

We love our Quiksilver Pro partners: The Saloon

A hospitable bar/restaurant combo with a big outdoor patio and even bigger indoor patio.  Go for the Fried Jalapeno Raviolis and stay for the party.

(image via Thomas Brookins)

Saloon

1016 West Beech Street, Long Beach

516-432-9185

We love our Quiksilver Pro partners: The Inn

Billed as “Long Island’s premiere live music venue”, The Inn also has a restaurant that boasts nightly specials like Taco Tuesdays with $1 tacos and $3.50 Dos Equis, and Extended Happy Hour Fridays, with cheap-ass drinks and 2 for 1 entrees from 7pm – 10pm.

(image courtesy Thomas Brookins)

The Inn

943 West Beech Street, Long Beach

516-432-9499

We love our Quiksilver Pro partners: Coyote Grill

From the owners of Paddy McGee’s comes another great waterfront joint, with a rowdy bar scene and the occasional live band.  Perfect for your liquid or lobster dinner after the beach.

Coyote Grill

104 Waterview Road, Island Park

516-889-8009