Commerce chef Harold Moore has brought his updated version of the South's traditional "meat and three" in the new Arlo Hotel in Hudson Square.

If anyone is unfamiliar with the idea of "meat and three", it does what it says on the tin. Diners can choose from a variety of meat along with three side dishes, cafeteria style. It originated in the South, where it can still be found in its most classic guise. Chef Harold Moore, who worked all over NYC before opening his acclaimed spot Commerce (which sadly had to close last year), was inspired by the classic diners in the South and wanted to bring an upscale version of it to the Big Apple

In Moore's take, there will be three tiers of protein-based mains from spicy fried chicken for $19 to lobster at $39, with sides and a salad bar as extra. It's an upscale take on the cafeteria style, with a distinct New York influence, and with it comes checkered floors, cafeteria style tables - set with wine glasses - and a fully stocked bar that thankfully has a few extra options than you might find in a more traditional Southern spot. 

The menu is pretty extensive however with plenty of daily changing meats and a laundry list of sides, you'll struggle to limit yourself to just three. Call it an excuse to come back repeatedly just to try them all. 

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A taste of the South