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Sammy’s Roumanian Steakhouse
They say the third time’s a charm, and nothing could be truer for the Lower East Side steakhouse Sammy’s Roumanian – the third Roumanian-Jewish restaurant to occupy the same address. Fate dealt New York a lucky hand when Stan Zimmerman won this modern-day institution in a poker game from Sammy himself in 1975.In this bi-level space that never fails to make you feel at home, you’ll be entertained by live music and serenaded by your waiters. Try the chopped liver or the signature Roumanian tenderloin, skirt steak from the diaphragm. Surrounded by the history-adorned walls, you’ll witness how kitsch meets karnatzlack – the latter an elongated sausage patty made of beef and veal, with a generous dose of garlic. Owner David Zimmerman likens the food here to that of Grandmother’s cooking, a major ingredient of which is schmaltz – 100% chicken fat. This is such a staple you’ll find a bottle at each table. You might even be fortunate enough to receive an egg cream made by David himself, who virtually grew up here and is now the self-proclaimed “Doctor of Schmaltzology.” If it’s family-style fun you’re looking for, go to the place where you have an experience, not just a meal. As their t-shirts suggest, “Schmaltz it up at Sammy’s”!
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Where was the New York strip steak first served? Sammy’s Roumanian Steakhouse, 157 Chrystie Street, New York, NY 10002
Hi Betty, though 157 Chrystie St. has been home to several steakhouses dating back quite a few years, it is not, in fact, where the first New York strip steak was served. It certainly dishes out one of the best! There’s still time to answer correctly though, so click on Code Breakers and give it another go!!
The New York strip steak was first served at Gallagher’s Steak House Diner;228 West 52nd Street; New York, NY.
How can I get Sammy’s Roumanian Steakhouse merchandise? Sweatshirts,t-shirts,coffee mugs, etc?
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