Is PETER LUGER Spinoff Benjamin Steakhouse NYC's BEST STEAK?

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Peter Luger Steak House really has had a significant legacy on the NYC culinary scene, as well as the steak industry as a whole. While Peter Luger may have fallen off since its heyday, I personally gave it not the best review in 2022, its legacy and impact is unquestioned and two of NYC's best steakhouses were created by its former employees: Wolfgang's Steakhouse and Benjamin Steakhouse.
We reviewed Wolfgang's Steakhouse on this channel as well and we really enjoyed it. It was almost 1:1 to Peter Luger in its menu, although I found the quality of the food to be higher. However, I hear Benjamin Steakhouse is another restaurant that has followed in Peter Luger's footsteps and may also be carrying on Peter Luger's legacy even if Peter Luger itself is no longer as consistent as it once was. Similar to Wolfgang's, it was opened by a former employee of Peter Luger. The founder of Benjamin Steakhouse, however, only had a few years of experience at Peter Luger. Wolfgang Zweiner on the other hand had decades of experience before opening his restaurant. Despite his limited experience though, the founder of Benjamin Steakhouse turned it into one of the best steakhouses in NYC and the association of Benjamin Steakhouse with celebrities is also well known at this point!
We will find out together if Benjamin Steakhouse is worth the hype and if it's the best steakhouse in New York City. Even if Peter Luger was disappointing the last time I ate there, maybe Benjamin Steakhouse will be carrying on its legacy through its recipes!
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Benjamin Steakhouse
Located in: Dylan Hotel NYC
Between Park and, 52 E 41st St, Madison Ave, New York, NY 10017

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19 июн 2024

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@davidyoder6174 2 месяца назад

UA - You're a failure as an undercover spy with that bright blue LED light shining through your shirt!! LOL!!

@uaeats 2 месяца назад

Haha it was my first time wearing it. I'll figure out a better way.

@davidyoder6174 2 месяца назад

@@uaeatsHi! You’re a good sport and a really hard worker!!! I appreciate your efforts!!!!!

@RobPetrie441 2 месяца назад

A little piece of black duct tape over that LED would work a treat.

@MultiEquations 2 месяца назад

You can put a piece of electrical tape over the led. They tend to be quite thick so they block the light. I used to photograph events and I used the tape ti tape over the camera light.

@lanhoawild3234 2 месяца назад

I like that regardless of its popularity for celebrity visits, your review about the soup as less-than-superb is your honesty as most important.

@uaeats 2 месяца назад

Of course! I will always share my honest opinion.

@TheBatchiro 2 месяца назад

One advice..never underestimate medium steaks and let me tell you why. Intramuscular fat (marbling) melts completely when the meat reaches 140 degrees internal temperature. That’s when steaks are the most tender.

@Acs2046 2 месяца назад

Medium is life

@eldorado1244 2 месяца назад

@@Acs2046well done rules and if you add ketchup there is nothing better 😋😋😋😋

@jf6395 2 месяца назад

@@eldorado1244 ah yes our despicable former presidents order, if he cant get mcdonalds

@dawsonje 2 месяца назад

@@eldorado1244lol

@HerrBrutal-bl2fk 2 месяца назад

Taste matters more than tenderness.

@Nsayles 2 месяца назад

Almost at that 50K sub milestone! So happy for you man!

@Malwaki-fifth 2 месяца назад

Your pure honesty is what honestly made me subscribe after seeing this video.

@jezreyes5019 2 месяца назад

almost 50k subs..keep it up sir.❤ all ur video😊

@uaeats 2 месяца назад

We're so close, I can taste it!

@neanderthalsnavel7411 2 месяца назад

UA: love your vids. Suggestion - make a webpage with your current favorite NYC steakhouses in order. And link to it in descriptions.

@jasongratkowski9469 2 месяца назад

Great video! I always enjoy watching!!! 👍😄

@shawnleonard4974 2 месяца назад

I have to admit. Your restaurant reviews are excellent and informative. I feel i would go or not go to a restaurant based on your recommendation. Your the top food review vloger around. Keep them coming.

@sfuguy 2 месяца назад

I starting subscribing to you because of your honest review to call out Luger...now, you reaffirm my commitment to watching you more!

@johndiloreto3738 13 часов назад

On top of your great restaurant choices, I really love your commentary on the food you eat and the experience you have. I'm happy I found this channel, as I think you do better than 99% of food reviewers out there.

@chrsitopherbreuer2077 2 месяца назад

Damn I wish I could’ve seen the Cesar salad!! Great video love the channel keep them coming!!

@kimberlyg7182 2 месяца назад

I love you and all your videos . I always make sure to never miss one. Im even working aon getting all ur videos watched since you started. I will get them all watched. The only biff i got is the carnival music you got playing in the background. I wish you would change it up once in awhile. Othe then tjat plz keep making the awesome videos. My fiance lives in NYC and were gonna try and eat at several of the restaurants that you ate at. One more thing i would love to see Tina in some of ur videos and get her opinion on some of the food. Thank you again!!!!!!

@1bluensx 2 месяца назад

I like your video, and really like that you show the prices

@thecashman8924 2 месяца назад

Great review UA liking your channel a lot $$$$$man

@mikkac 2 месяца назад

very good food review as usual bro

@normandea 2 месяца назад

One of the waiters at Peter Luger's used to humorously call the hot butter "vitamins" when spooning it over your steak! Still waiting for your Joe Junior hamburger review!

@sbloome77 2 месяца назад

I think all the waiters say that!

@normandea 2 месяца назад

Maybe, but I think one older waiter in particular.

@MC-gj8fg 2 месяца назад

I used to say a rare steak can always be cooked to medium rare while an overcooked steak can't be uncooked. However, receiving a rare steak when I order medium rare at a nice restaurant increasingly annoys me. First off, the texture and temperature of rare steak is noticeably worse than medium rare, and I'd have preferred to receive the steak medium over rare were I forced to choose. If you send it back for "just a touch more heat" however, I can just see the chef just losing his mind and when it arrives back on your plate it does so medium well.

@johnmalerba804 2 месяца назад

Whenever I go to one of those ridiculously over priced restaurants and I`m not 100% satisfied it ruins my entire evening. Which is why I rarely do it anymore

@NoahEats 2 месяца назад

Seems reasonably price for the environment

@hmcdonnell23 2 месяца назад

Nothing worse, going out and getting an underwhelming meal. I mean, what are you going to do? You have to pay for the darn thing but yes, we hardly go out anymore either.

@johnmalerba804 2 месяца назад

@@hmcdonnell23 The thing that I really can`t stand is giving these rich celebrity "chefs" and athletes like $300.00 for for 2 people. If you haven`t seen it check UA`s video on John Elways airport steak house. Pathetic

@NoahEats 2 месяца назад

@hmcdonnell23 sometimes expectations definitely exceeds reality!

@hmcdonnell23 2 месяца назад

@@johnmalerba804 lol, I did watch that recently. Service was as bad as the food.

@alant.541 2 месяца назад

After a few years, a waiter opened his own steakhouse? Waiters in NY must make a ton in tips. Nice lunch special price. Thanks for taking one for the team.👍

@daveb5374 2 месяца назад

Good job mate , keeping it real - just be real !!! I would love to see your Top 5 best steaks in NYC

@nostalgicsheep47 2 месяца назад

Love the transparency blunt and honest 🍽

@SCBMD2020 2 месяца назад

New York Strip and sirloin are 2 completely different cuts of meat.

@kwood333 2 месяца назад

Thanks for the review! Been on the fence about trying Benjamin. Give Club A Steakhouse in Midtown East a try. Similar service of steaks to Peter Luger/Benjamin/Wolfgang but I'd say better.

@thecarlob_007 2 месяца назад

Peter Luger’s must be paying their waiters so well they can afford to open their own restos in NY 😂

@NoahEats 2 месяца назад

They do have one in Great Neck

@JAY-JAY74 2 месяца назад

After the soup dish, he was immediately kicked out of the restaurant for his criticism! 🤣

@PeterWilliams-sy7gp 2 месяца назад

Newsflash! Forget Luger. Best steakhouse in the NYC area is Bryant & Cooper in Roslyn. Been a staple for decades. The best hands down. I say you don't judge a steakhouse on its steak.....you judge on its creamed spinach! Not only is there steak the best around, the creamed spinach is ridiculously good. Its injectable good!!

@elroyvanderley6460 2 месяца назад

you can do a drinking game every time UA says "why don't we" 😀

@kevinluyo1142 2 месяца назад

“And whatever I don’t finish I’ll take home” is a double

@johnmalerba804 2 месяца назад

@elroyvanderley6460...I`ve noticed after some comments he doesn`t say it as much...I`m ok with that

@nolimitk_ 2 месяца назад

Hey UA, what do you use to record your videos? Your phone? 🤔

@bpark0906 2 месяца назад

He uses his iPhone.

@nolimitk_ 2 месяца назад

@@bpark0906 thank you! I was just wondering bc it looks great!

@brianG81 2 месяца назад

I personally had a very good experience at Benjamin. My dry aged ribeye was fantastic with a strong Umami of popcorn and nuts. That luncheon strip looked institutional and if you are going to go here go big and go for dinner and for the normal steaks.

@Sordoi 2 месяца назад

Last time i went we got the porterhouse for three. It was cooked medium rare and tasted amazing. Enough steak for 4 people… Love your review UA . Shoutout from melbourne australia

@ulf373 Месяц назад

WTF?!. A porterhouse is barely enough for one person (me) ;-)

@Jagan612 2 месяца назад

my heart aches that we didn't get a bread review!!!!!!

@2Wheels_NYC 2 месяца назад

Another great review, UA! I was supposed to go here last year, but never made it. The tall ceiling reminds me of Del Frisco's (which I love, and you should check out! Right near MOMA) All in all, I'm not a Luger fan, nor am I of the table side hot butter basting. The steak should come out of the kitchen at the ordered temp with a perfect sear. And, you asked about a favorite worldwide? If you find yourself in Paris, certainly visit Robert et Louise.

@777RL 2 месяца назад

Honest question with no intent to offend. Why do the servers at NY steak houses have foreign accents?

@NoahEats 2 месяца назад

Interesting question, most likely they are really smart and know where the money is. I know several are driving around in Maserati's

@misterzero8667 2 месяца назад

Because NYC natives can't afford to do the job ,they don't want to live 20 to a house

@plantlvr 2 месяца назад

I only order bone in ribeye when I used to go out to eat. I like grilling my own now.

@markrasta8856 2 месяца назад

This is the right answer

@robertkatz5256 2 месяца назад

Hi 👋 UA keep up the awesome work . Love your signature closing of the eyes while trying to determine all that’s on your pallet.

@annehajdu8654 2 месяца назад

*palate

@87gnxisgod 2 месяца назад

So far you’re right on the money Wolfgang is probably best of the best. Keep up the good work.👍🇺🇸

@NoahEats 2 месяца назад

The mic is impressive that it still worked under the shirt! What is the manufacturer and model?

@jmicro47 2 месяца назад

Had a frustrating experience at Benjamin Steakhouse a few months back. We had a reservation for 7 pm on a Thursday, booked weeks in advance. When we got there, it was chaos! There was a huge crowd around the maitre d' and at first I thought it was all walk-ins. Then I realized everyone had reservations. We were told it would be another hour wait even with our reservation. To top it off, when an annoyed customer complained about the wait time, the staff just said 'it's not our fault.' That was the last straw for us, so we left. Honestly, I kind of wish I stayed a little longer just to see the reaction from the crowd. May give it another chance at a less busy time for lunch.

@lance9584 2 месяца назад

Just wanted to let you know, that I have been watching your streams. When you went to Delmonico Steakhouse I went there also. In the beginning, it was perfect. Then I noticed that the food had changed. Does not taste good anymore. Maybe it's just me. But, I would like to see what you think.

@joenovak6393 2 месяца назад

As with the Pictures, the Benjamin is a Throw Back from the 70's. And that Porterhouse was about to run away, Thanks for taken one for the team and a Pass.

@barbaracoffey124 2 месяца назад

I noticed what a beautiful building the restaurant is in, The interior is striking. I wonder if it was a bank?

@NoahEats 2 месяца назад

Some of the best restaurants were banks!

@HerrBrutal-bl2fk 2 месяца назад

I'm here for the carousel music.

@joelm3954 2 месяца назад

Seasoning steaks is subjective. Some do it while others allow the customer to season it to their taste. Japanese Wagyu is lightly seasoned but they will serve it with different seasoning i.e. salt, wasabi etc to your liking.

@kennethmajorSG 2 месяца назад

Hi, when will you do a complete review of all the steakhouses in NYC and rank them accordingly?

@kennethmajorSG 2 месяца назад

Also what is your opinion on the ranking of Delmonico and Hawksmoor? Would they both be among the top 3-5?

@Eshabee Месяц назад

On a scale 1-10 1 being not good at all and 10 being so good

@videogamefreak753 2 месяца назад

That Porterhouse was Blue Rare but looked good but, the junior Sirloin at the beginning just needed more salt and pepper which UA could've added. I personally bring a pocket Redmonds Sea Salt shaker to steakhouses.

@andyh4464 2 месяца назад

I appreciate that you don’t love every place you go. Too many reviewers seem to just like anything

@uaeats 2 месяца назад

For sure. I take the "influencer" part of the job very seriously. I know many people will eat somewhere just because they saw it on RU-vid/TV. I will always share my honest opinion on the food to best inform my audience.

@viciousvictortee1298 2 месяца назад

Its looks like nailed a medium rare. I actually thought it was gonna be blue given the lack of sear and char. So close. A dollop of gravy on the mash would have been a step up. I def would have gone ceaser sald for lunch. Mad Respect for throwing in the porter house and not making a separate video!

@stephanwalter1467 2 месяца назад

For the soup I think they may used tomato concentrate it gives that taste normally when I use it I deglaze with some wine to offset that taste

@monkeyballs512 2 месяца назад

Make no mistake. That Benjamin soup is a vegetable beef soup, which may not be to Ue’s personal preference, but it’s as good a vegetable beef soup as you’re likely to have

@robbiedaniels2164 2 месяца назад

Can you review a high end asian style steakhouse ... either korean bbq or yaki niku? Some places: Hiyaki, Yakiniku Futango, Hyun, Yakiniju Toraji-An. I'm sure you'll love this.

@uaeats 2 месяца назад

Cote is on my list!

@robbiedaniels2164 2 месяца назад

Thats super trendy! But I'm sure excellent. Try a place a little more authentic to the style.

@NoahEats 2 месяца назад

I reviewed Cote a couple years ago and the quality was solid. A good mix of quality steak and the fun of the grill in front of you. Definitely go visit.

@KryCaNe 2 месяца назад

But isn’t it better to under season than over? And you have the shakers there? I guess because I’m not a steak connoisseur I wouldn’t understand.

@brandoncarpenter9681 2 месяца назад

Good steak is always seasoned right , adding salt after isn’t the same, top layer only

@DerrickWhittle-mm7jz 2 месяца назад

Lovely and fair review looked it up Benjamin's soup is just there's yes leftovers.

@MrWhiterunGuard 2 месяца назад

There’s a Benjamins here in Japan. It’s very good and we’ve had Peter Luger.

@allanmcpherson9584 2 месяца назад

And Petite Sirloin refers to the sirloin tip

@coolmom1237 2 месяца назад

Oreo pie crust is an actual thing.

@sonvo4095 2 месяца назад

the lunch steak was thinner and probably a lower grade. the dinner porterhouse was thicc and was a perfect med rare inside. great video as always.

@tapking40 2 месяца назад

The soup and sides looked awful, as you described. I agree. the mashed potatoes and broccoli looked bland. I agree with the other comments. For $45. in Manhattan it is not going to be fantastic. I am amazed at the superb deal at Gallagher's Steakhouse. I used to eat there often when I lived in NYC. My favorite is the Palm 1 and 2 but now closed. Have you had a look at the 8th Ave and 50th Street locations yet? It is sublime. The Palm has the best of everything in my opinion. Get the Gigi Salad, Steak, or 4lb Lobster and the half and half fried onions and chips and the Cheesecake is from S&S cheesecake bakery in the Bronx. Simply my all-time favorite. I miss it so much!

@pisces3121 2 месяца назад

When one has to open their jaws to maximum capacity...maybe the bite is too big. But, I'm the kind of guy that savors a steak for as long as possible. Small bites and thoroughly chewed. I like your videos.

@aaaaaaa1ism 2 месяца назад

I’ve never been to that steakhouse, but you appear to be very picky. I think everything looks very good. Without eating anything there I would say give them the benefit of the doubt.

@Joseph1NJ 2 месяца назад

That's a great lunch deal for $45!

@JinxPalm2023 2 месяца назад

I'd prefer paying a little more for lunch rather than being served a meal made with scraps that were going to be thrown out 😅

@chrismemphis8062 2 месяца назад

A deal? Yuky soup, steamed vegetables and a flavorless shoe leather steak for $45? You can get a better dinner anywhere for that!

@jamesogden3082 2 месяца назад

There is a fine line between soup and stew

@jeffmiller3555 2 месяца назад

Thanks for taking off your hat

@NoahEats 2 месяца назад

😂 it's been a long time seeing a sans hat episode

@nolanohana 2 месяца назад

Why is every sidewalk in NYC covered in scaffolding during every foodie review I watch 🤣🤣🙄

@robertkatz5256 2 месяца назад

Not for me . Even with a really modest priced lunch special . But as much as I’ve become upset with Peter Lugers Williamsburg and it’s only happened a few times were my steak or lunch burger weren’t consistent . However My Family’s Corporate Account is over 75 years old and 99% of the time we sit at the same table and the same server who’s waited on us for minimum 25 years and Managers and family knows us so I honestly believe they make the extra effort when we’re there .

@Tdush1 2 месяца назад

It’s a $45 prix fixe menu. What were u expecting?!? You’re at steakhouse in NYC, I think that was pretty damn good. Gimme a break.

@ToppsBaseballRacks 2 месяца назад

If good means mediocre, maybe. Good steakhouses either charge more or dont make excuses.

@robertkatz5256 2 месяца назад

Ok now that Porterhouse looks really good .

@Idelia412 2 месяца назад

Sirloin steak is generally a tough cut of meat, unlike a Ribeye steak. Usually you get what you pay for

@theodorechesney2081 2 месяца назад

UA can you please check out Atlas steakhouse in Brooklyn I think it's somewhere on Coney Island avenue will really appreciate it

@BatmanthePoet 2 месяца назад

Check out Reserve Cut in lower Manhattan! It's an upscale kosher steakhouse that is very $$$

@jaytracks 2 месяца назад

How was it compared to sparks? Im an Italian so my bucket list is to go there

@jordanna9517 2 месяца назад

Where abouts in Italy are you from?

@jaytracks 2 месяца назад

@jordanna9517 my family is from Trento

@jaytracks 2 месяца назад

I'm in northern Minnesota you?

@jimmyamico4713 2 месяца назад

I can understand if you were a chef why you would be so critical but you’re not a chef, so why are you so critical?❤ Anyway, hope you had a nice Easter. Hope everything is well with you; Peace

@justrobin8155 2 месяца назад

i love how confidently the waiter told you which dessert he recommends

@alexanderv.8961 2 месяца назад

You know that waiter is full of BS

@justrobin8155 2 месяца назад

@@alexanderv.8961for sure but at least he had an answer

@xxMOxx1978 2 месяца назад

The smacking. Please don't. Thanks for the video

@josephvaldora49 2 дня назад

You took your hat off! Good job!

@tonycamaj7243 Месяц назад

I’m a fan of Benjamin’s. I always go to the Scarsdale NY location. Porterhouse is the way to go.

@bb57365 2 месяца назад

When a steakhouse misses on the steak, that's a problem. I have to say these lunch specials have to be the way to go. Tremendous value.

@mikes.4136 2 месяца назад

Very good review. Thank you, UA Eats.

@uaeats 2 месяца назад

You're welcome!

@joelewis8770 2 месяца назад

there's a RU-vid video featuring this steakhouse's Japan branch. Tokyo, I think. 🤔

@AmazingChinaToday 2 месяца назад

That soup got eviscerated 🤣

@YASTravelsEatsWell 2 месяца назад

UA: I'll take Benjamin's off my go-to list! Thanks!

@NoahEats 2 месяца назад

I'd still go! What's your next adventure?

@jf6395 2 месяца назад

discrete except for thee blue glow....frisk UA he's wearing a wire lol

@dlfendel2844 2 месяца назад

I just watched a video of the branch in Tokyo and somehow the sides and desserts were CHEAPER than in NY! AND they import beef from the USA and IT is cheaper too--about $100 for the double porterhouse or so. They dry age it in the restaurant for 28 days. The soup looked better there, too.

@monkeyballs512 2 месяца назад

The lunch steak is not the same quality. That’s why they also offered you the dinner menu. You’d have had a much better experience with ala carte sides and the porterhouse as you saw. Never get the prix fixe option at an ala carte steakhouse. It’s a way to save money, but the quality isn’t the same. Opposite is usually true at a french restaurant. As for the soup, that Benjamin soup is alright for what it is in my opinion, but it seems like you were expecting something that it wasn’t intended to be. You tend to like salads, and both the Caesar and wedge would probably have made you happier.

@KryCaNe 2 месяца назад

Was surprised UA didn’t choose the Caesar salad because comparison to previous experiences. That soup didn’t live up to its description.

@robertjimenez2335 2 месяца назад

That’s exactly what I commented, need to review these places at dinner not lunch

@DrKatz-ui3fx 2 месяца назад

The lunch steak should be the same quality in a steakhouse. Maybe the cut isn’t as good etc for price but it should still be a quality steak that tastes really good and in UAs opinion is not under seasoned.

@Soldier-cu7hx 2 месяца назад

@@DrKatz-ui3fx but most of the time it’s going to be a smaller cut that can slightly dry out quicker and it’s more then likely gonna be a nicely marbled usda choice cut that can pass for prime, cause the steak he got didn’t look as nice and buttery as those larger steaks

@jamespohl-md2eq 2 месяца назад

So much wrong. They offered the dinner menu because it’s served all day. And because it has more options. People at lunch (weekdays) generally don’t dine in course. Salad or soup. Then entree. They aren’t ordering appetizers. Or items from a raw bar.

@stephanwalter1467 2 месяца назад

For the steak it looks like cooked sous vide then sired and that makes it a bit underwhelming in taste but comes out nice and tender that is what I think

@NoahEats 2 месяца назад

It is not, most likely the broiler was not at a higher temp

@jordanna9517 2 месяца назад

How are high ceilings good for mental health?

@danielschear556 2 месяца назад

According to an academic paper authored by Dr Sigmund Freud at the University of Vienna, tall ceilings are indeed good for mental health.

@NoahEats 2 месяца назад

It's the openess rather than being closed in

@thomasyenner2499 2 месяца назад

UA…dope haircut ! Lookin’ legit !!

@kuanged 2 месяца назад

The sides, the soup, and the desert all look like they were bought pre-made from restaurant depot.

@dr.steveh9053 2 месяца назад

gotta be honest, the temp looks less than rare, edible i'm sure, but like to see lighter pink.

@NemesisXII 2 месяца назад

@UA you should try the pastrami at Five High Marketplace in LI. They opened up recently and honestly could rival Katz imo.

@moisesking4726 2 месяца назад

Sometimes salt could be an issue to some people so they should have extra salt and pepper on the side ,so it's the choice of the customer if they want more salt on their steak, just for their health.

@chrismemphis8062 2 месяца назад

Ok UA, what is the best steak at a chain restaurant these days? And btw, Chocolate avenue grill in Hershey makes my favorite steak.

@stephanwalter1467 2 месяца назад

The chocolate cake looks like store bought and the cream homemade

@bryankay2888 2 месяца назад

UA - doing a great job growing the Chanel! Try the Ray-Ban META glasses as a way to free up your hands and give us a view of exactly what you see.

@mistergrendel32 2 месяца назад

Channel

@NoahEats 2 месяца назад

The video quality on the Ray Bans is not there and the memory is small

@surfboard396 2 месяца назад

Thanks UA . From your review I think I will spend my money elsewhere. Steakhouses are usually the most expensive eat in the city. This is why I can wait to go here. Lose the bird hat. Go Giants. 👋🏽

@ianm2170 2 месяца назад

What do you expect for $45 dollars in NYC? As for the mash, they'd have to be crazy to use instant flakes in any way, shape or form...then again maybe they are insane...

@johnc3886 2 месяца назад

It's still a premier NYC steakhouse, so despite the lunch special...one figures it would still be above average, no ?

@monkeyballs512 2 месяца назад

It’s not instant mashed potatoes. It’s just a very basic mashed potato that is not the right choice for a side. It’s a Peter Luger descendent, and you want the German home fries as your potato. You likely also want the creamed spinach, the tomato and onion salad, and the thick bacon if you’re doing an appetizer. The lunch special didn’t offer any of the feature items and was a poor choice.