Eating Out: The Big Apple

In the city that never sleeps, there are tens of thousands of places that one could eat at/from. Choosing a place is never that difficult, but finding a good spot can prove to be elusive. I've spent many years combing the streets of NYC and I was on the hunt for Asian food one night but did not want the typical Chinese or Japanese fare that is commonplace in NYC. I'm also fairly picky when it comes to Korean and I just wanted something different. That different, led me to the L.E.S. where I encountered Village Mingala, a Burmese restaurant that has existed long before Burma was trendy or part of most people's vocab.

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Located in the heart of NYC, Village Mingala serves up some really amazing food that is sure to satisfy any pallet. Portions are large and the dishes are both savory and spicy and packed with flavor. A must to start every meal is the 1000 Layer Pancake. A must to end every meal is to have the dessert variety of that same dish.

Located at 21 E. 7th, Village Mingala is a must for anyone that enjoys Asian cuisine but wants something that's a little more unique that the run in the mill American-Chinese that is rampant in NYC.