Eat What Ya Mama Gave Ya - Mom's Cooking

Envision this: It’s cold and rainy, possibly even a slight mixture of snow and hail. You wake up out of a dead sleep after you’ve been wrapped up tight in your blanket all night. You pull your head out from that pillow-sandwich you’ve created, wipe the drool off your mouth, and then take a glance at the clock. Guess what time it is. Get the hell up and go to work… again! You go out in the frigid cold and trek your way to work. You arrive. You’re sitting at your desk, counting those endless hours until your lunch break. After what seems like a lifetime of waiting, it’s time for that magnificent 30-60 minute mini-vacation you’re about to create for yourself. But wait, you have to face that cold weather again. You want something to warm you up, possibly a home-cooked meal. Here’s your solution – Mom’s Cooking, located in Greenwich Village on 8^th St. between University Pl. & Greene St. This petite, pantry-sized re-creation of an old fashioned kitchen is made to make you feel right at home. With offerings like soups, stews, salads, and sandwiches, you’re sure to find a belly-warmer that will suit your needs.

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I’ve only been to this place once, but my experience here was a positive one. I wasn’t blown away by the décor or even the salad/sandwich selection, but the service and the choices among the stews and soups is not to be reckoned with. I came in lost, not having a damn clue as to what to order or even how to order it. The woman working there was very attentive and practically described every stew they had that day. After about 7 minutes of debate, I decided on the Indian-inspired stew, “Chicken Tikka Masala.” They were out. So I went with my backup choice - “Black Bean Turkey Chili” served over brown rice. I wasn’t disappointed. The chili lacked in spice, but maintained a good flavor overall. The portion size was generous to say the least (I was able to make two meals out of it), and for only $8. My visit here felt justified.

Best bet is to come here if you’re doing takeout. There are only a couple of tables, and although it’s quite appealing to sit-down in a place that makes you feel like you’re home, odds are you won’t get a table during peak hours. Things to note about Mom’s Cooking – All their items change on a daily basis (once they run out, that’s it for the day), all dishes are free of transfat, msg, and preservatives, and just as an added little guilty pleasure, you get a free piece of warm, freshly baked bread with every dish.

Black Bean Turkey Chili

On my scale of 1-10, 10 being “Ohhhh mom, I want to hug you right now,” I give this joint a 7.5. You’ll get solid food at a solid price, but don’t expect to have your winter coat blown off you in food-tasting-astonishment.

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