The Other Critics

Tweed’s Salmon Is ‘Just Sublime;’ West Side Gravy’s Fried Chicken Lacks Chrunch

Tweed’s house cured and smoked salmon is “just sublime,” but cheesesteak croquettes “were cute, but also too dry inside and bland.” [Inquirer]

• At New Jersey’s West Side Gravy the shrimp and grits “was pleasant,” and the fried chicken “held promise, but was dry and lacked the crunch of a perfect batter exterior.” [Daily News]

• The newly opened all-vegan pizzeria, Blackbird, serves slices with Seitan Pepperoni that are “fine,” but it’s the “hauntingly worthy” crust that stands out. [Living on the Vedge]

Kanella’s spicy ground lamb flatbread is “a winner,” and the kitchen “makes a mean baklava as well.” [Midtown Lunch]

Tweed’s Salmon Is ‘Just Sublime;’ West Side Gravy’s Fried Chicken