Gonzo gone green? Or is that just an answer for the person who asked where's the beef? Kidding... :) — Rohin on Photo Safari!

As a former Crunch member when I lived near one, I can tell you they run a fairly professional organization. But they are still a low-end money making organization, which means there will be lots of compromises and a lot of training upselling. According to my trainer-cum-friend, that's where most of the profits come in because they charge a lot, but pay the trainers very little. — Bill Crouch on Crunch Is Taking Over Eastern Athletic’s Tribeca Gym

I've been twice now. Had the pastrami burger, which was delicious and unique and the green turkey burger which was also tasty but messy. The smushed potatoes were wonderful - too good actually (calories) - and tried the onion rings which were delicious. I assumed since all of the other places stated that the beef was "natural" that this place had better beef too - particularly because of the prices. However that was a stupid assumption and I will ask next time. Also "natural" is meaningless in terms of how the animals are cared for - it usually only means that nothing artificial is added in the processing. They should just state if the meat (not just the beef) is hormones/antibiotics free and free range. Also they should state if the tuna is wild and not farmed. If they are reading these reviews, I think that this level of quality adherence and transparency would justify the high prices to me. $18 for the pastrami burger and pots, with tax and $19 for the turkey burger and rings.... One peeve - I wanted the beet salad with the ahi tuna on the side ($5 extra). They wouldn't make this exception - you can only get this with the other two salads - because they want you to stick with their "flavor profiles." Come on - this isn't a Michelin rated restaurant. If the customer wants a $5 side of ahi at the same time as the beet salad they should be accommodated. Geez. — SirPoochala on First Impressions: Umami Burger

I didn't love my burrito either. It wasn't bad, however it was barely warm and the grilled chicken wasn't so tasty. My daughter had a cheese quasadilla which was paper thin, she barely ate any of it. — Veronika on First Impressions: Dos Toros Taqueria

Thanks to all of you for weighing in—while I didn't love my burrito, I do think the absence of meat probably was a significant factor (as it often is in fast-casual food). And I genuinely like it when people disagree with me! — Erik Torkells on First Impressions: Dos Toros Taqueria

I could have mis-read the prices as far as the Mexican coke but I was almost certain that it was $2 at Sprinkles and $3 at Umami Burger. — lowphat on First Impressions: Dos Toros Taqueria

we've eaten there twice and enjoyed it, it actually was our favorite of the meals we've had... so I guess you might be fatigued. Of course there is no 'real' Mexican in NYC, but this is a good enough facsimile, and feels genuinely fresh. Could use more cilantro, but I liked it better than Tartinery. — Liat on First Impressions: Dos Toros Taqueria

I went early and wasn't impressed. I think I paid for the the niçoise (which I kept trying to order) but got the mozzarella because the order-taker couldn't distinguish between the pronunciation of the two and kept trying to give me the mozzarella, but I didn't want any more hassle so I just kept it. I usually prefer small portions but this was unconscionable--a small flip-flop-sized piece of cardboard with a bit of watery cheese, a few half cherry tomatoes, and some lemon rind--$19 with a small soda. The seating in the back is much nicer than the big crazy room. — Hudson River on First Impressions: Tartinery

Here's a little secret. Instead of the $2.50 Mexican coke here, grab one for $1.50 downstairs at the new Rite Aid. Yes, they sell bottled Mexican coke there too, but you'll have to ask someone at Hudson eats to pop that cap for you. — James on First Impressions: Dos Toros Taqueria

Actually pretty surprised you were this negative - Dos Torros to me is a lot better than Chipotle - but perhaps it is indeed the meat. I also find their chips and guac much better. — John on First Impressions: Dos Toros Taqueria

I actually had a really positive experience at Olives - even if it did only revolve around their coffee... Their iced coffee is pretty awesome, you almost don't need sweetener - but be warned, it is pretty strong (I appreciate that). Another customer ordered a different iced coffee that came from a keg that was frothy like a Guinness. The man behind the counter offered me a taste - totally unlike any other iced coffee I've had before. I was almost ok having it black - it was that good. — Jessica on First Impressions: Olive’s

when we went they were slow and the baguettes were stale, but it was early on and they have great booths near them and I would definitely give them another try. The cucumber water was refreshing and delicious and the juices, again slow to make, but clearly very fresh, were very good. — Liat on First Impressions: Tartinery

Not much when you factor in inflation. — Jim Smithers on First Impressions: Tartinery

I'm pretty sure I saw you eating at Tartinery, I sat at the bar with coworkers and ordered the quinoa salad which was very cold and not very good. However, I had the asparagus tartine before and enjoyed that. — lana on First Impressions: Tartinery

What's better than complaining about businesses that open that don't get the basics of opening or running a business or providing a good customer service and experience? Blind faith is only for the little brains. All the big brains are in the Hamptons. Oh, and the Hamptons have both internet and helicopter service. Living it up as my piggy toes soak in the Atlantic at Sagg Main Beach. OMG, is that a shark fin?!!! GET OUT OF THE WATER!!!! — Jim Smithers on First Impressions: Olive’s

Tribeca should find something better to do than complain about the businesses that open. Should you not be in the hamptons already? — Lovetribeca on First Impressions: Olive’s

I wonder home much Jim Smithers is getting paid by Erik Eats to wonder how much lovetribeca is getting paid by Erik? — Lovetribeca on First Impressions: Tartinery

I wonder how much lovetribeca is getting paid by Erik Eats to wonder how much Erik is getting paid by Hudson Eats? — Jim Smithers on First Impressions: Tartinery

Most of his reviews have been critical of Hudson Eats. Not sure why you say that. — Brett on First Impressions: Tartinery

Zero, but thanks for asking. If you doubt my integrity, why on earth do you read this site? — Erik Torkells on First Impressions: Tartinery

Crunch is a better alternative, but what Eastern Athletic is doing is not right. Why was I billed for June when the gym was closed for half the month and why did they just bill me for July? No one at EA will return phone calls so I've disputed the charges with AMEX. I recommend people file complaints with the department of consumer affairs as well: http://www.nyc.gov/html/dca/html/resources/complaint.shtml — Rob on Crunch Is Taking Over Eastern Athletic’s Tribeca Gym

I disputed the recent charges on my credit card as well and am thinking of filing a complaint with the department of consumer affairs. — Rob on Crunch Is Taking Over Eastern Athletic’s Tribeca Gym

I have been a member of EA Tribeca for over five years, and they never said a word about selling the gym. I don't even think the staff knew, with the exception of Lenny. The whole situation is beyond shady. It's not a huge shock though. They closed the gym a few years ago for "renovations", and filmed a movie inside. — David on Crunch Is Taking Over Eastern Athletic’s Tribeca Gym

I wonder how much Erik is getting paid by Hudson Eats? — lovetribeca on First Impressions: Tartinery

On 100 Franklin: the new design is just as bad as the old --only in a different way. — John on In the News: Fire at the Weinstein Company