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Arthur
Greenpoint
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Given chef Kevin Finch’s culinary pedigree in Michelin-starred kitchens like Atelier Crenn and Maaemo — you might assume the food at Arthur, his new Greenpoint bistro in the former Fulgurances Laundromat, would have the same tweezer-y aesthetic. We’re happy to say it does not. What Arthur does possess is the finesse and attention to detail that you’d come to expect from those restaurants, in an inviting, relaxed space. It’s easy enough to drop in for their signature brioche martini, plus a bowl of spicy peanuts laced with chile, lime, and Sichuan spices, paired with a lemony grilled leek skewer and an order of housemade brioche with a side of creamy blue cheese. Or opt for something more substantial, and if you do, don’t overlook the chicken, which could be one of the best of its kind in recent memory: juicy cuts of Sasso chicken breast and wings paired with crisped dirty rice. Finch wastes no part of the bird — the thighs are fashioned into a mousse that he layers under the skin of each breast. In short, it’s worth the price, and then some. Pro tip: Arthur now offers prix-fixe lunch on Fridays and Saturdays and, on Wednesdays, their burger on a Japanese milk bun.
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