Brian Gallagher

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Senior Editor at The New York Times

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Readers Pick Their Favorite New York Restaurants

3 weeks ago | nytimes.com | Brian Gallagher

From $$$$ tasting-menu splurges to a celebrated Brooklyn sandwich shop, here are the places New York Times readers have visited most. Gramercy Tavern Credit... Francesco Sapienza for The New York Times Image It's little surprise that so many readers have found their way to the convivial spaces of this bona fide New York classic. It has been the domain of many notable chefs over its 31 years, including Tom Colicchio and the pastry virtuoso Claudia Fleming, who opened the restaurant in 1994.
The Brothers Behind Canlis in Seattle Part Ways

Feb 5, 2025 | nytimes.com | Brian Gallagher

It was the night of the nacho cheese fountain. That's when Mark and Brian Canlis knew the family's namesake restaurant was truly theirs. Opened by their grandfather Peter Canlis in 1950, Canlis was a somewhat staid Seattle institution by the time the brothers took it over from their parents in 2005. The elegant dining room was a midcentury aerie overlooking Lake Union. The food was luxe surf-and-turf with Pacific Rim inflections. Glittering piano music accompanied martinis and mahi-mahi.
Cómo los detractores de McDonald's perdieron la guerra cultural

May 17, 2024 | nytimes.com | Brian Gallagher

La cámara se acerca a una mujer corpulenta, sentada sobre una hielera en la playa. Se ve a un hombre sin camiseta, también bastante grande, con la cara desenfocada. La siguiente toma muestra a otro hombre con sobrepeso, sentado en una toalla de playa con bolsas de plástico de supermercado dispuestas delante de él. "Estados Unidos se ha convertido en la nación más gorda del mundo. Felicitaciones", narra una voz. "Casi cien millones de estadounidenses tienen sobrepeso o son obesos".
How McHaters Lost the Culture War

May 11, 2024 | nytimes.com | Brian Gallagher

The camera zooms in on a large woman, sitting on a cooler at the beach. It cuts to a shirtless man, also quite large, his face blurred out. The next shot shows another overweight man, sitting on a beach towel with plastic grocery bags arrayed in front of him. "America has now become the fattest nation in the world. Congratulations," a voice narrates.
Best Seattle Restaurants - The New York Times

May 3, 2024 | nytimes.com | Tejal Rao |Brian Gallagher |Bethany Jean Clement

Stellar Pacific Northwest seafood, an irreverent Japanese gastro pub and a steakhouse like no other are among our favorites.
The 25 Best Restaurants in Boston Right Now

Apr 14, 2024 | nytimes.com | Priya Krishna |Brian Gallagher

Where To EatIt's not just seafood and Italian in the greater Boston area. There's great Vietnamese, omakase, Peruvian and even bagels worth seeking out. (Don't worry, there's also great seafood and Italian.) We'll see you in the comments. Tonino in Jamaica Plain. Credit... Gabby Riggieri Kevin Pang, Priya Krishna and In the Where to Eat: 25 Best series, we're highlighting our favorite restaurants in cities across the United States.
The 25 Best Restaurants in Chicago Right Now

Apr 8, 2024 | nytimes.com | Priya Krishna |Brian Gallagher

Where to EatWe scouted the city's vast food scene, from stellar hot dogs and renowned Italian beefs to refined tasting menus. (And we're here for your comments.). Kevin Pang, Priya Krishna and In the Where to Eat: 25 Best series, we're highlighting our favorite restaurants in cities across the United States. These lists will be updated as restaurants close and open, and as we find new gems to recommend. As always, we pay for all of our meals and don't accept free items.
The rise and fall of prime-rib nation

Dec 25, 2023 | seattletimes.com | Brian Gallagher

CHICAGO — On a biting December evening, the St. Clair Supper Club in Chicago’s West Loop neighborhood offered an escape out of the weather — and into America’s culinary past. In the dimly lit basement dining room, wood paneling covered the walls, and paper place mats cheerily proclaimed, “We’re glad you’re here!” A cushioned leather strip ran around the lip of the long bar, inviting guests to lean in for a while.
What Is Prime Rib? A Dish from America’s Past Gets Revisited Every Christmas - The New York Times

Dec 24, 2023 | nytimes.com | Brian Gallagher

Long the epitome of holiday luxury in America, the cut’s place on the table has changed with tastes — and the economy.
The 25 Best Restaurants in Seattle Right Now

Oct 9, 2023 | nytimes.com | Brian Gallagher |Tejal Rao

In the Where to Eat: 25 Best series, we're highlighting our favorite restaurants in cities across the United States. These lists will be updated as restaurants close and open, and as we find new gems to recommend. As always, we pay for all of our meals and don't accept free items. Image It's rare for the chef to check in with diners at the end of the tasting menu and make sure they're feeling full, but Archipelago isn't like any other tasting.