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On a beautiful autumn day in New York, I found myself particularly excited about my plans for lunch at Gallagher Steakhouse. Just the previous week, I had dined at Eleven Madison Park, one of the world’s premier vegan restaurants. I thought it fitting to balance that culinary experience by visiting a revered “temple of meat.” The allure of Gallagher’s had been strong, but with so many exceptional dining options in New York City, I'd yet to visit. But with a craving for a hearty meal, the time had come.