That reminds me - I finally bought the Branston Pickle. It really is good; I expected it to be like the store-bought chutneys that I’ve tried, but it’s much better.
J/G's "Nougatine" is a good alternative.
You enter both Nougatine and the regular Jean Georges at the same entrance (located right inside Trump Tower), so don't be confused if you think you're accidentally walking into J/G's Michelin 3-star restaurant rather than the more casual Nougatine for lunch.
Both share the same drinks menu and the same kitchen, so this is a great option if you're looking to experience the world of Jean Georges without breaking the wallet.
Nougatine'sambiance is great. The thirty eight dollar prix fixe lunch offers shrimp and avocado appetizer, seared sea bass with tomato sauce, and the strawberry pavlova for dessert.
Jean Georges invented the warm chocolate lava cake, which is also a dessert option.
For a wholesome light lunch with a nice ambiance, Nougatine is definitely on the list.
Oh, good! Spread it on whole-meal bread along with a good cheddar - they used to serve them in the lobby of the National Theater in London and they were to die for on a cold, rainy day.