Blue Smoke
I just recently went to Blue Smoke on E 27th st in Gramercy in search of "The City's Best BBQ". Now, while I didn't find the city's best BBQ, I did happen to find some pretty good BBQ. The ambiance is very laid back, but it has a certain elegance to it, like a step above your usual rib shack (actually about 4 steps above). Service wasn't spectacular as I saw my waiter only once, and I had to get up and ask the hostess for my check. But the food makes up for it. I ordered the Rib Sampler for one with a side of fries. While the ribs come with little or no sauce on them, once sauce is applied (and your server will guide you in which sauce goes on where), the ribs are wonderful. The portions are big and for what it is the prices aren't awful. Now, is this "The City's Best BBQ", no (I actually prefer WildWood), but it is some pretty good BBQ and its definitely worth a visit!