GOTHAM CITY


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fter centuries as a port city, it’s no wonder that Gotham is famous


for its seafood. The docks at Port Adams are home to a veritable armada of commercial fishermen, who offload freshly netted catches to restaurant wholesalers within minutes of arriving into port. Eateries near the waterfront attract top seafood chefs and provide dazzling views of the ocean horizon. But it’s not all fishy fare: many other cuisines are represented in Gotham, from the family-owned kitchens of Chinatown to the hearty Slavic fare in Little Odessa. French cuisine, spurred by an influx of moneyed European emigrés, is also making a comeback following the Francophile fad’s collapse a decade ago. Pizzas, burgers, and family-style classics are easy to find, but don’t believe every street-level sign that promises to provide Gotham’s ‘best’ or ‘most authentic’ dishes.


Big Belly Burger Multiple locations (1-467 555 0195, www.bigbellygotham.got).Open 6am-11pm daily.$. Burgers Big Belly started in Coast City, but the chain’s acquisition by LexCorp has led to franchises popping up all along the Eastern Seaboard. Gothamites are arguably the most loyal Big Belly fans of them all, with more than 20 loca- tions within the Gotham city limits. Regional favorites on the custom menu include the Dent Double and the Wayne Steakburger. On the back of the paper placemats is an El Train network map.


Blue Heron 520 Earl Street, at W 3rd Street (1-465 555 0188, www.blueheron.got). El Train C, E, G to Coventry Station.Open 3pm-midnight daily.$$$. Eclectic


Map p28 C3 8 The cliquish air of Coventry suits the Blue Heron, one of Gotham’s most venerable five-star restaurants, with


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