Meet Me at 59th & Lex

Bloomingdale's diner is the perfect spot for ladies who lunch. 59th & Lex appears upon first glance to be only a glorified coffee bar for a quick break from the 40% off sale. This little diner is actually so much more than your typical department store lunch counter. The sandwiches and salads are delicious and the service is sheer perfection. These ladies would expect nothing less. Named after the corner on which the original Bloomingdales stands, the name 59th & Lex has been known to confuse friends from New York. The primary fare is just what you would expect for the properly manicured - light lunches and sinfully rich desserts. Just because you're watching your waistline, it doesn't mean you can't splurge once in awhile right? After all, it is a special occasion. It's always a special occasion when you just got your hair done.

59th and Lex is known for its fish and chips. One recent lunch hour, when a distressed diner wailed over the specials page, "What? No fish today?" and the waiter replied, "Yes, we have salmon" I could tell he was new. The cod is surprisingly unfishlike, and the batter is light yet crispy. (Elise Thompson)

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