5 Ninth

This restaurant was recommended by a friend almost three years ago. But it was tonight when it would be the right time to sample its delights. 5 Ninth is located right in the middle of a busy cross section of the meatpacking district of New York and yet seems almost invisible tucked inside a beautiful townhouse right next to some of the trendiest boutiques and restaurants.

This evening we sat in the gorgeous back garden,
it is summer
and how beautiful it is
to eat with fairy
lights
and warm
breezes
ruffling the leaves
and flowers
around you

We proceeded to eat some of the most exquisite food I have had in the vicinity of the Meatpacking district in New York City. Originally known as Gansevoort Market, the area just south of West 14th Street and from Hudson Street to the Hudson River, was once home to 250 slaughterhouses and meatpacking plants. Tonight we had decided to try an unusual medley of wines not often seen in most restaurants:

Les Muirettes, Chasselas from Switzerland
Leo Zillinger, Zweigelt 2005 from Austria
and lastly! Triton 2005 from Spain

Risotto with white truffles, tomato and asparagus
Soba noodles with edamame and seaweed
Grilled Prawns served with creamy Polenta
and for dessert:
A blueberry short cake that melted on my tongue with a trio of fresh fruit sorbets.

This restaurant has a very unique vibe and could be popular for different kinds of mood and people. Trendy and yet subtle, romantic and quiet, yet able to take on the role of a slinky night-spot in the area next to their bar. Maybe this weekend will be another time for a visit?


5 Ninth Avenue
New York, NY 10014
tel: 212 929 9460