My inaugural Minetta Tavern visit did not yield the best impression. My party of four was wedged into a wobbly table located in the middle of the cramped dining floor while servers brushed past  our chairs every few minutes. Our goal was to try the $26 Black Label burger -  delicious but not worth the price.

With that being said, their 45-day Dry-Aged Côte de Boeuf ranked high on a list of best steaks to try in NYC so...