from MeBigGuy:

What...no Nicolas's Resturant? Is there a reason, did I miss it, or what? I love their Lentil Soup.

And from George (4/3/2001):

First, it is Lebanese. Second, they bake their own pita bread. Third, it is very cheap. Four, it is funky, even after the remodeled interior. Reminds me of the village in Greece. Fifth, if you are vegan, your can eat like a king here. Same if you eat meat. Sixth, their Mezza's are a real deal. Usually can split between two people. We often eat as a family of four for under $20 here (drink water). Their Mjadra (lentils and rice) is usually great.

I've heard a rumor that Nicolas is finally accepting credit cards. But here's the deal. I totally understand why folks feel nostalgia for the place, and why they used to flock there. And hell, they still flock there. Any time of the day you end up practically sitting on the lap of the person next to you.

Still, you can find better food (with hot house-baked pita, with vegan options), and alcohol, and credit cards, at Aladdin's Cafe, YaHala, or Karam. At Karam, you can even have whole wheat pita bread. And if you desire funkiness & cheapness, Aladdin's Cafe has it in spades.