[mattiastomas]

Looking forward to meeting up with everyone! Think I’ll book a room. Although being from NYC it’s a slog to travel back and forth for 2 days

Also as I learned from my first CanJam last year, having a space close by to rest and wait for 2nd and 3rd winds is always good

 

[NovaFlyer]

Canjam is like my Chiristmas, but better. I don't have to talk to any crazy uncles! Time to go DAP hunting!

And it's optional to talk with crazy audiophiles

I'm going to CanJam NYC this March, my first outside of doing SoCal the last few years. Very excited to go.

Food or coffee recommendations nearby would be appreciated! Looking forward to seeing you all, too - the best part!

Junior's is just across the street from the entrance. On the other side of the hotel is a pretty decent Italian place, Bond 45.

 

[goldwerger]

And it's optional to talk with crazy audiophiles

You called?

 

[HONEYBOY]

And it's optional to talk with crazy audiophiles

Those voices in your head just mean you need a better soundstage.

See you folks in New York!!

 

[buke9]

Just purchased tickets, but never been to a canjam before. What are things that people normally bring? Do you test out vendors' headphones/IEMs with your own source gear, and do you test out vendors' source gear with your own headphones/IEMs? Anything else to prepare?

The vendors will have everything to listen to their gear . I usually bring my own tips for IEM’s and a couple of Dap’s so to have my music that I know well and sometimes a headphone or 2 with cables and adapters. You can still get by with not bringing a thing though.

 

[AcousticMatt]

For Japanese, Tonchin (tonkotsu ramen and tsukemen) and Ootoya (classic bento options like gyudon, etc) are both close to the venue and great options.

Pizza around there isn't the best options in NYC, unfortunately you'd have to travel for the real good stuff. John's is the most decent close option but it's overrated, for sure.

Junior's is just across the street from the entrance. On the other side of the hotel is a pretty decent Italian place, Bond 45.

Thank you both

 

[ESL-1]

Those voices in your head just mean you need a better soundstage.

See you folks in New York!!

That’s “THE COMMITTEE”

 

[emdeevee]

For Japanese, Tonchin (tonkotsu ramen and tsukemen) and Ootoya (classic bento options like gyudon, etc) are both close to the venue and great options.

Pizza around there isn't the best options in NYC, unfortunately you'd have to travel for the real good stuff. John's is the most decent close option but it's overrated, for sure.

The pizza thing is a bummer. Closest best is Lombardi's but that's a 15 min cab ride. Still, I might duck out for a pie!

 

[Smirk 24]

Asian is probably my fave, but burgers, mediterranean, pizza and then healthy places are all high on my list. Thanks in advance. Will also save Black Fox!

Thanks!

For Japanese, Tonchin (tonkotsu ramen and tsukemen) and Ootoya (classic bento options like gyudon, etc) are both close to the venue and great options.

Pizza around there isn't the best options in NYC, unfortunately you'd have to travel for the real good stuff. John's is the most decent close option but it's overrated, for sure.

+1 to Tonchin and Ootoya. They’re two of my absolute favorite Japanese spots.

Tonchin may be difficult to get reservations for on the weekends.

Joe’s Pizza is also nearby for a solid slice.

 

[cgiammona]

The pizza thing is a bummer. Closest best is Lombardi's but that's a 15 min cab ride. Still, I might duck out for a pie!

There is a John's of Bleeker Street on 44th near 8th

 

[HiFiHawaii808]

For Japanese, Tonchin (tonkotsu ramen and tsukemen) and Ootoya (classic bento options like gyudon, etc) are both close to the venue and great options.

Pizza around there isn't the best options in NYC, unfortunately you'd have to travel for the real good stuff. John's is the most decent close option but it's overrated, for sure.

I would have to disagree with you there. Joe's pizza is great. There are others as well. It may not be your favorite, but it is fantastic. I used to commute by New Jersey Transit into the City for Grad school. So, I know good pizza. I used to get a slice and a coke for $99 in Penn Station.

 

[goldwerger]

ahh.. NYC pizza discussion commenced. the best leading indicator for a NYC CanJam thread become vibrant with anticipation

my two cents.. strike on foot in any distance whatsoever, just make sure you clear AT LEAST two blocks away from Times Square (where many tourists gaze at many other tourists, and they all believe they are seeing New Yorkers). Then, walk into any arbitrary simple pizza stand the cheaper and simpler the better. Get a slice, plain or pepperoni preferred, season it copiously with all the seaons available (spare none), walk out, and anjoy. You have about 75% probability of striking gold.

the real debate in NYC is whether one is suposed to fold the pizza in two before eating it sandwich style (blasphemy!) or eat it flat (appreciating the optimal mix of crust, crunch, cheese, sauce, and toppings). i think there is a highly-proven correlation between whether you like AIO or componnets to this specific choice, respectively. it has been measured in labs. very solid science

 

[mattiastomas]

Last canjam I tried the Gordon Ramsey fish & chips. It actually wasn’t too shabby.

 

[bunnygal23]

season it copiously with all the seaons available (spare none),

Thank you for mentioning the seasoning! It's the trick to enjoying the 99 cent pizza places. They are like right there on the counter and tables, go nuts!!

 

[Zachik]

I used to get a slice and a coke for $99 in Penn Station.

Wow - expensive pizza!!!!!!