Energy Kitchen - 1089 2nd Ave.

Energy Kitchen boasts that they are "dedicated to bringing you GREAT TASTING FOOD that's good for you! We use only the HIGHEST QUALITY INGREDIENTS for meals that are nutritionally-balanced, LOW FAT and packed with PROTEIN!" -- Not being much for "health food" I ordered from them at the recommendation of my co-worker, who testifies to the excellence of their grilled chicken sandwich . . . and I concur.

There's nothing particularly special about the menu -- except maybe for the ostrich burger, which is unusual -- but the food is well-packaged, well-prepared, and very tasty. The chicken burger came with fresh tomatoes and real green lettuce (not just your no-flavor iceburg variety), and this may sound crazy but a simple side dish of steamed spinach (just spinach) was incredible. All in all an excellent dining experience on the Upper East Side.