Casa Mono

We went to go see the new James Bond movie Quantum of Solace and then out for a few drinks at Underbar under the W Hotel in Union Square on Friday after work. Did you know a large movie theater popcorn is 900 calories?? Geeeeez.

After leaving the bar, we were headed to Momofuku Ssam for some pork buns but ran across Mario Batali's small plates restaurant Casa Mono. Since I was hungry and am always up for new places we sat down for a quick dinner (it was about 11pm at this point, and the kitchen was going to close within the next 30 minutes). Despite the speedy dinner, it was pretty tasty and definitely hit the spot.

Casa Mono
52 Irving Pl, New York, NY 10003
tel: 212.253.2773

dinner
Pumpkin And Goat Cheese Croquetas
Razor Clams a la Plancha
Bone Marrow with pickled radishes
Skirt Steak with Onion Mermelada
Crispy Pork Belly with Fabada and Horseradish

dessert
Chocolate Cake with Milk Chocolate Ice Cream

wine
La Rioja Alta Viña Ardanza Reserva 2000

Would I go again: Yes, I would like to try this place again so I can take a little more time eating and taking in the atmosphere.