The Cheesecake Factory

Ishtar
Ishtar
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The Cheesecake Factory

  • September 24, 2001
  • Rated 4 of 5 by Ishtar from Bayside, New York
The Cheesecake Factory

You don't need to be in New York to experience the Cheesecake Factory; they are in several other states/cities, usually nestled in a large mall. When they first opened, I imagined them offering mega portions of decadent New York cheesecake. Well, it’s not far from the truth, but there's a lot more to them than meets the eye.

Aside from listing 34 varieties of cheesecake in their dessert section, they have a most interesting and eclectic menu. I'd call it fusion. There’s certainly nothing American about some of the food they serve. Before I go into the type of foods, let me whet your appetite with unusual cheesecake concoctions: Southern Pecan Cheesecake; White Chocolate Raspberry Truffle; Tiramisu Cheesecake; Kahlua Cocoa Coffee Cheesecake; White Chocolate Chunk Macadamia Nut Cheesecake; Oreo Cheesecake... had enough?? If you're not into cheesecake, you can have ice cream or carrot cake or chocolate mousse cake. You also have a good choice of espresso-based drinks, teas, and frozen "smoothies."

We walked in there for lunch and were spooked by the size of the individual portions. We decided to share the pad Thai, and it was exquisitely prepared. There were limes on the side, so if you want to enhance the lemongrass flavoring of this dish, squeeze some lime on top. No need to go to Bangkok! The people next to us were enjoying angel hair marinara, Straw and Hay linguine, and Tuscan Chicken Salad. They took more food back than they were able to ingest. I think this is the case with most everyone who comes here.

Aside from the Italian specialties, you'll find a half-dozen hamburger styles, steaks, Thai food, Vietnamese food, omelettes, some Cajun specialties, chicken dressed with orange, marsala, madeira, teriyaki, peanut sauce, etc. Oh, I don't want to forget the pizza menu, and the long appetizer list. So, cheesecake, yes, but not all-inclusive.

Decor is fusion as well; some tropical plants, some Art Deco (lighting); some Romanesque (stained walls).

The wait staff is particularly pleasant, although not always prompt. By the way, they ship their desserts, so if you want to order one of their marvels, you can call them at 800-330-CAKE. Bon appetit!

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