Whom You Know: Terrific Takeout: Joanna's Restaurant

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Terrific Takeout: Joanna's Restaurant

Joanna's Restaurant is the latest and greatest thing on 86th Street, and owner John Opris will greet you with a smile and his blue eyes that match his former client, Paul Newman, when you visit to pick up your takeout. Peachy began with the Mixed Organic Baby Greens, which were fresh, and everything you'd want a salad to be. We particularly liked the pepper they used which provided the right amount of spice without being overwhelming.

The calamari was standout and the right consistency for calamari too. Cooked perfectly, it is an appetizer you want to order!

The Grilled Tiger Shrimp were absolutely phenomenal. Like the Calamari, they were perfectly cooked. Asparagus artistically hidden in fresh herb risotto joined the party and this entree was amazing! Their kitchen is very clean too and they offered to show it to Peachy. This does not always happen, take note. Totally worth the trip east to the block between 1st and York on 86th Street, Joanna's is Terrific Takeout!

http://joannasrestaurant.com/

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They say:

Joanna's Restaurant is now at its new location, 435 E 86th Street, Joanna's Restaurant is within walking distance from major tourist and local attractions, such as museums, theaters, shopping and nightlife areas. The cozy ambiance, along with our Northern Italian cuisine accompanied by cocktail and wines from our full bar service leave a remarkable impression on every patron who visits Joanna's Restaurant.

OUR STORY
Originally opened in 1994, Joanna's Restaurant has made a name for itself among the other Italian restaurants in New York City. With over 17 years of serving outstanding signature dishes, Joanna's Restaurant brings to its loyal and new patrons a magical combination of pasta, seafood and meat, along with the finest selection of wines.
The Restaurant's relocation from 92th Street and Madison Avenue to 435 E 86th Street (between York and First Avenues) stays faithful to the Upper East Side tremendous area. Maintaining the well-established customer loyalty, the new Joanna's Restaurant attracts an assorted clientele of regular patrons, Italian food aficionados, tourists and celebrities. Please join us and experience Joanna's warm and engaging atmosphere for lunch, dinner, brunch or special events. For further information about Joanna's Restaurant, just ask us at 212-426-0026!

http://joannasrestaurant.com/

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