Rare

Rare

Owner

"Rare's rose velvet banquettes and dark wood furnishings are set off by a multitude of red votives and red glass lampshades".

"The Roquefort stuffed burger ($9.50) comes with tomato, onion, etc. but the big meat patty is the star! It is unbelievablely juicy....This is the BEST burger I have had in years." NY Press May 2003

"An even better "burger" is the salmon burger ($14.50). The fillet is moist & tender, and the sushi-inspired preparation is now the only way I want to eat salmon". NY Press May 2003

Kathleen Squires

Citysearch

The Scene
A comfortable, yet upscale, shrine to the quintessential American snack, the dimly lit, tan- and red-toned dining room serves local businesspeople and tourists who require more than yellow arches for atmosphere.

The Food
Burgers of all types are the extent of the menu. You can't go wrong with the Rare Classic, a juicy, flavorful beef patty on toasted brioche, or dressier versions, like the pesto-mozzarella burger or the Mexican, topped with spicy black-bean spread, guacamole and chipotle-chili ketchup. Low-carbers can even enjoy a bun-less Salisbury steak with mushroom gravy. There's also a crab-and-shrimp burger and a portobello burger, topped with cremini mushrooms. Experiment with sides: Replace traditional french fries with a basket of "frickles" (deep-fried pickles).