Metro Marché, 30 West 57th Street Between 5^th and 6^th Ave. New York City

If Holly Golightly wanted a better Breakfast At Tiffany’s, she could have just headed a half block west where, at Metro Marché, a 2-Egg Bacon Cheese Sandwich and a cup of coffee would have set her back just $6.95.  And instead of braving the elements she would have found herself in this wonderfully open space with plenty of places to sit and lots of fantastic things to eat. Who knows, Holly might have just brought her laptop and set up shop waiting until lunchtime.

Like this writer, she would have been bowled over by what’s on offer in bowls of her own creation. I’d call it a Super Salad Bar. On top of a menu of no fewer than 8 Chef Designed Salads, I chose to make my own creation from Metro Marché’s Market Table. I selected a base, added two sides, topped them with a choice of protein –shrimp, salmon, chicken or tofu—and finished it off with  one of 5 “sauces”, otherwise known as salad dressing  

Sandwich Lovers will have to come back 15 times to sample all that’s on offer on Metro Marché’s Chef Designed Sandwich menu. From Melts to  “Cold” Sandwiches and New York Deli Classics, they’re pertect to pair with a cup or bowl of soup.  Not to be forgotten is an enormous array of all kinds of fresh juices, ‘house made’ lemonades and refreshers. Even sweet tooths can find satisfaction here ranging from Greek Yogurt Parfaits to Brownie bites and macaroons.

Stop by Metro Marché MON-THURS: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm FRI: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm SAT: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm SUN: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Or for delivery, call 212-697-3334 or better yet, go online so you don’t miss an item on the menu @ www.metromarche.com