A Taste of the West (Village) on A

March 31st, 2008 jonas

Westville East
173 Avenue A (@ East 11th Street)
New York, NY 10009
(212) 741-7971

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Rating: 4/5

Notes:

- Burger: Westville East’s patty is firm, juicy, and well seasoned – a delicious mouthful that bursts with flavor on the first bite.

- Bun: The sandwich is served on a Portuguese muffin that’s toasted on the grill. This was one of the most impressive buns we’ve seen for holding up to – and holding on to – a juicy burger.

- Garnish: Served with lettuce, tomato, a thick round of white onion and sweet pickle slices. We ordered our burgers with cheddar cheese, which came as a hearty layer of melted goodness.

- Mess factor: There’s plenty of juice in this burger, but the bun really minimizes the mess.

- Fries: The burger is served with a generous pile of thin cut fries that were lightly seasoned and deliciously crispy. An optional salad can be ordered instead of the fries, though we can’t vouch for that.

- Price: $10 (with cheese)

- Bordeaux: Westville’s wine list is printed on a laminated card on the table, isn’t divided into regions, and doesn’t specify the vintage of the wines on offer. Of the four reds listed, none were from Bordeaux. We ordered a California Pinot Noir from Heron, which was too young and light to match the hearty burger and salty fries, but was very drinkable nonetheless.

- Atmosphere: You could take a girl there.

- Overall: Westville East serves pleasant comfort food in a casual setting. The white walls and large windows overlooking Avenue A give the space an open and airy feeling, and the small, candle-lit tables make it intimate. The vibe is Friday night pre-party, even late on a Monday evening, with the Beach Boys looping around in the background. Overall, this is a nice place to stop in for a respectable burger, but not necessarily worth a trip if you aren’t already in the hood.

Entry Filed under: 4, East Village