Atlantis
Azeez is careful to explain that he is not selling Native American food. He says that cuisine would involve elk, deer, and buffalo, which would probably not go over well with his customers. He describes his food as simply American, but points out some traditional elements, like corn and beans, which make it unique. When newcomers approach the cart, they usually glance around for a menu, but the only sign is a hand-painted one that reads "From Atlantis with Love," which Azeez did not care to explain. He has grown accustomed to curious faces, though, and always greets the clueless with: "I make sandwiches—like wraps—for $5."
I know someone - who shall remain nameless for the moment - who frequently treks out of Brooklyn solely for one of these sandwiches. Another friend of mine says that cart-owner Moneer Azeez once explained the name "From Atlantis With Love" to him, which makes a lot of sense when you think about lost lands. Check out this review from the Voice (quoted above), plus this new fansite i secretly found. I'm definitely going to try a vegetarian sandwich the next time i'm downtown!
According to the Voice, Moneer Azeez's food cart (New York's only Native American street vendor) can be found on the SE corner of 2nd St and the Bowery from 6pm to 2 or 3am during the week and often later on weekends.
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