With October 7 fast approaching – that’s the day we’ll be releasing the results of our 2010 New York City Restaurants survey – it’s time to salute the winners of this year’s Wittiest Surveyor contest. Our editors combed through tens of thousands of comments submitted by this year’s NYC participants to find candidates for the funniest quotes in several categories. The winners were chosen by surveyor vote – see highlights below, along with some additional editors’ picks. Each winner receives a $100 gift card – plus our thanks for making our job a lot more fun.
Best Food Quote
“Acceptable as an antidote for famine.”
Leonard E., New York, NY
Best Service Quote
“Be prepared to wait until Monday for a Sunday brunch.”
Jeff R., New York, NY
Best Cost Quote
“A neighborhood bistro for neighbors who make $1M a year.”
Donna V., New York, NY
Best Fatty Food Alert
“Everything is dipped in gravy – including the water glasses & utensils.”
Peter T., Staten Island, NY
Best Atmosphere Quote
“If you really don't want to talk to the people you came with, it's perfect.”
J T., New York, NY
Best Overall Summary
“Inconsistent and noisy and pricey and the service sucks, other than that the place is terrific.”
Dennis B., Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
Editors’ Picks
“Just like being in Paris at a mediocre bistro.”
“You'll be tempted to look for a gun taped to the men’s toilet.”
“Authenticity has never been more perfectly faked.”
For more witty surveyor comments, check out our Outtakes section.