Celebrity Picks: Laz Pina, Ill Nino
Updated: December 03, 2007
When he's not on the road playing to packed houses across the globe, Bassist Laz Pina of the band Ill Nino enjoys kicking back in New Jersey. He shared his favorite spots to dine at home and on the road with Citysearch.
On this page:At Home: Hudson County, N.J. & NYC, On the Road.
At Home: Hudson County, N.J. & NYC
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Mamajuana Cafe
Read Reviews247 Dyckman St, New York, NY 10034 (map)
"This one is very dear to my heart because this is where my family and I went for my Dad's birthday this year. The atmosphere is real chill and the food is absolutely incredible which made for a memorable night. If you're willing to spend the money on fine Dominican/Caribbean cuisine this is definitely the place to go. My girlfriend and I split a plate of arroz con gandules and pernil(pork) which was enough to feed the table. For appetizers, the fried calamarri salad with ginger dressing was a delight. And, the chicken, fish, and beef epanadas have never before tasted so gourmet. You definitely get your money's worth!"
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Benny Tudino's Pizzeria
Read Reviews622 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ 07030 (map)
"This pizza joint in my neighborhood serves giant size slices of East Coast NYC style pizza. It's a giant representation of what NYC style pizza all over the world should taste like. It's also New Jersey's No. 1 slice according to Zagats."
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La Isla Restaurant
Read Reviews104 Washington Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030 (map)
"This one is one of Hoboken's best kept secrets. It looks like a hole in the wall eatery but behind those doors are a piece of Havana with the smell of great Cuban food and the sounds of Celia Cruz. Their Cuban Sandwiches are probably one of my favorites and the empanadas are among the best I've had. Also for dessert, their flan with cafe con leche is a must!"
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Arthurs Tavern
Read Reviews237 Washington St, Hoboken, NJ 07030 (map)
"Arthur's is probably one of the best steaks for the price in this area. But not only are their steaks delicious, the home fries potatoes, ribs, and coleslaw are too! Actually this is the best cole slaw I've ever had. .I always order them every time I go. The vibe here is also really nice and there is an outside eatery for those nice summer days. I spent many saturday afternoons this past summer eating there with my friends and family which is always a great time!"
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New Caporal Restaurant
Write a review3772 Broadway, New York, NY 10032 (map)
"I can't remember how many late nights after a night on the town that I went to this neighborhood fried chicken joint. Caporal has been cooking fried chicken here 24/7 ever since I could remember. USA Today rated this joint one of the best fried chicken in the country. For under $5, you get a 'Snack Box,' leg and thigh, fries, a delicious roll, a side of macaroni salad and a Coke. I swear it's the best in the world!"
On the Road
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Big John's Steak & Onion
Read Reviews252 Perry Rd, Grand Blanc, MI 48439 (map)
"This place is right next door to (the)venue The Machine Shop, owned by two of the coolest rock promoters in the music biz. This is the place they send you to go eat at with your buy-out money. Big John's Steak & Onion, their Philly-style cheese steaks are so good that they're better than any I've had in Philadelphia--so good you buy two one for now and one you save for the ride to the next show later."
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Mario's Peruvian & Seafood
Read Reviews5786 Melrose Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90038 (map)
"This is my favorite place in Los Angeles. My dish of choice here is the standard Peruvian dish, 'Lomo Saltados' (NY strip steak). It's strips of steak, grilled onions, and french fries over white rice. It's sizzling with flavor. The steak strips are so tender they melt in your mouth. I also recommend the seafood ceviche for appetizer. Its main ingredients are flounder, shrimp and scallops, cured in lemon, lime, and cilantro. If you love steak and seafood combined this is your place."
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Whataburger
Read Reviews3636 N Main St, Houston, TX 77009 (map)
"Now, when I'm in Texas this place is a must! The Whataburger w/bacon and cheese. 100% pure American beef with bacon, mayonnaise, mustard, lettuce, tomatoes, pickles and onions. This is the best fast burger I have ever had."
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Tuscanos Brazilian Grill
Read Reviews110 Central Ave SW, Albuquerque, NM 87102 (map)
"This place is a pit stop. After surviving for days on truck stop food you come here to fill up on barbecue meats. It's a Brazilian barbecue restaurant where they bring you skewers of delicious roasted meat and carve it at your table. They also make an incredible rice with black beans to go with it. The barbecue meats just keep coming till you can't fit no more."
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