The Robs award two Underground Gourmet stars each to Chió in the Columbia Waterfront District and Iris Cafe in Brooklyn Heights. On the latter: "Though there is a tendency toward overcooking (especially with the roast chicken, which comes with a nutty spelt pappardelle), a moist meatloaf special is crisp-edged, leavened with Finnish Ruis crumbs. For dessert, we recommend the lemon posset, or eggless custard, over the chocolate cake..." [NYM]
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