A rookie mistake

Last night, we began our hunt for dinner at about 9:15 PM. Gautier recommended seafood. Of course, this being a Sunday night on Long Island, where dinner options are generally limited after 9 PM, we figured we'd just drop in at the old late-night standby, The Mediterranean Kitchen. However, as Marta and I pulled into the parking lot, we noticed the owner standing on the front porch, smoking a cigarette. When asked if the restaurant was still open, he replied, "We're closing up, but we have some hummus left, if you want it".

Gautier had originally thought that "the seafood place with a shark around the door," also known as the Atlantic Seafood Fish Market, over in Center Moriches, would be a good place for dinner. So we hustled down the Montauk Highway to try and sneak in before they closed. Upon arrival, all we could do was admire the shark around the door--the restaurant closes at 9 PM on Sundays, as, apparently, does our other late-night standby, Carlo's Pizza.

We cruised by Waldbaum's Fresh. Closed. We had to resort to our last option...Pathmark, where we picked up some seafood for Gautier, and some sandwich material for us.

So what was the rookie mistake, you ask? Waiting until 9 PM to find dinner on Long Island? Nah, that was just "pulling a Ryan." The mistake was not just going to Carlo's in the first place.

Lawan Thai (NSLS)

Located in scenic Patchogue, NY Lawan Thai is one of our go-to restaurants. Saengdao (our native Thai food expert) investigated the kitchen and vouches for their authentic cooking.

Our favorite dishes include the Pad Thai (of course), curries, and Tom Kha Kai. Don't forget to pick up a Thai Iced Tea or Coffee before returning to the beam. For the budget conscious Lawan also has lunch specials.

Rating: 4.5 out of 5 photons

Info:
Lawan Thai
13 East Main Street
Patchogue, NY
(631)687 1313

Berkner Hall

Wildlife abounds at Brookhaven National Laboratory, and of course, we all know that it's not only the turkeys who like dining at Berkener Hall. We also enjoy dropping by to grab a bite to eat, or maybe just a muffin. Masayuki knows how to get a special discount--just ask him how.


Here, Jason demonstrates the proper turkey-chasing technique. As you can see, you must be very, very quiet.



Of course, if you're going to cook a goose, you need to move a little bit faster.

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Eating at the Machine

The National Synchrotron Light Source is well known to foodies and synchrotron jocks from around the world as a destination for fine dining. The food choices abound at the synchrotron itself. If you're looking for a delicious snack, you can always hit up the fabulous snack machine, which contains such delicacies as the Sweet 'n' Salty mix, and, of course, the snack machine classic, Dipsy Doodles.


For a more adventuresome meal, I prefer the delectable fresh sandwiches available in the main lobby of the NSLS. One has many choices at this machine; however, the chicken roll is an American original that, coupled with its whimsical plating, can provide endless hours of entertainment.
Of course, being tempted by the chicken roll can't stop Young Buck from contemplating the Hormel Chili.

Yet another option in the bounty of dining choices at the NSLS is to bring your own food. Remember to take care to always keep your food in a plastic grocery store bag, or it may get lost.


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