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Jul 11

Skatin’ The LBC Beach Path For A Patio Lunch In Shoreline Village.

Chips and Tableside Guacamole Fresco at Tequila Jack’s Beach House Cantina in Shoreline Village, Long Beach (the LBC) — After skating from the Belmont Plaza Olympic Pool (near Belmont Veteran’s Memorial Pier) on the beach path (read full article)

About the Writer, Appetizers (Tapas), Bar Reviews, casual mexican food, cool restaurants in Long Beach, Food Pictures & More, homemade guacamole, Long Beach bike path route, Mexican Food (& Spanish), patio dining in long beach

Jul 02

Rao’s At Caesars Palace, The Best Joint Next To Harlem.

We finally got into Rao’s!  Obviously not Rao’s original Harlem location, since the wait is two years to never to get in, and California is a bit too far for a New York dinner reservation.  However, during our recent trip to Las Veg (read full article)

Appetizers (Tapas), beef, Caesars Palace restaurants, Food Pictures & More, Italian food, kids in the kitchen, oc fair, Rao's famous Italian restaurant, Rao's Meatball recipe, Recipes

Jun 29

Red Robin Restaurant Blast From The Past.

While in college once upon a time, I waitressed at a Red Robin Restaurant.  I shouldn’t tell this next part, but I told ‘em I’d waitressed before, but hadn’t – Sorry.  Luckily all went well and I still have friends (read full article)

About the Writer, BLTA sandwich, burgers, croissant sandwich, food photos, Food Pictures & More, hamburger and french fries, red robin, Restaurant Menu Links, Restaurant Review

Jun 25

Kogi BBQ: Mexican/Korean Cuisine Is/Was In Irvine Today.

Today my food and legal worlds happily collided – I happen to make a livin’ as a Litigation Paralegal and Freelance Writer majoring in food. Our law office was invited to a Summer Splash Party that was hosted by Sarnoff Court Repor (read full article)

Asian Food, catering options in oc, Delivery of Food, Entertainment & Food, Fast Food Joints, Food News, food photos, Food Pictures & More, kogi bbq truck, Korean bbq

Jun 21

Beijing Noodle No. 9 In Las Vegas At Caesars Palace.

Just got back from Las Vegas and although we didn’t eat at Beijing Noodle No. 9 at Caesars Palace, it’s definitely worth showing.  The entrance is truly amazing, as it includes aisles of giant fish tanks stocked with hundreds of large (read full article)

Asian Food, Beijing Noodle No. 9, Caesars Palace restaurants, Chinese food, Food News, Food Pictures & More, las vegas food, Restaurant Reviews

Jun 17

Join Roy’s L.A. Ohana Tour: It’s Going On Now Through August.

What a great bunch of people they have working for Roy’s Hawaiian Fusion Cuisine.  We recently visited Roy’s in Anaheim at The GardenWalk.  Did you know that each location’s Chef Partner is trained by Roy Yamaguchi himself, yet is (read full article)

Asian Food, Coupons & Deals, Fashion Island Restaurants, Fish & Shellfish, Food News, Food Pictures & More, hawaiian food, ohana tour, Restaurant Menu Links, Restaurant Review

Jun 10

We’re Ready To Go Back To StoneFire Grill For Lunch.

StoneFire Grill is better than we remember — Ate there a few years ago, before Nibbles of Tidbits and don’t recall much, but after today’s lunch we can’t wait to go back.  The Individual Meal prices aren’t bad, especi (read full article)

Barbeque (Grilling), BBQ Chicken Pictures, Food Pictures & More, Food Pricing, food review and photos, garlic, Grilled meat, irvine restaurant, restaurant chain, Restaurant Menu Links

Jun 07

Maggianos Little Italy: They Consistently Serve Large Portions Of Goodness.

Upon each visit to Maggianos Little Italy, we’re amazed that they’re always so busy.  They still pack ‘em in and we know why — Large portions, excellent Italian food, nice atmosphere, Sinatra music and great service. (read full article)

flatbread pizza, Food Pictures & More, Italian food, Maggianos food pictures, Maggianos Little Italy Costa Mesa, maggianos.com, near South Coast Plaza, Pasta, Restaurant Menu Links, Restaurant Reviews

May 30

Not Just A Restaurant In Newport Beach: It’s “A Restaurant” In NB.

Have you been to A Restaurant in Newport Beach?  It occupies The Arches original location.  We’re sorry to report that we don’t care for the name “A Restaurant” at all, but happily the menu, atmosphere and Happy Hour pric (read full article)

A Market, A Restaurant, Appetizers (Tapas), Bar Reviews, best happy hours, Food Markets (Grocery), Food Pictures & More, Food Pricing, gourmet market, happy hour food pictures

May 23

Drinks And Appetizers At The Balboa Bay Club & Resort.

I stopped in to visit a friend staying at The Balboa Bay Club & Resort — She decided to treat herself for a couple days while having work done on her house.  And for a couple hours I pretended to be on vacation too, even though it’s (read full article)

appetizer photos and pictures, Appetizers (Tapas), Balboa Bay Club and Resort, Balboa food, Duke's Place, Food Pictures & More, Food Pricing, newport beach restaurant, Orange Country Restaurant Reviews, Restaurant Menu Links

May 16

Marie Callender’s Classic Combo: Don’t Expect Too Many Fries.

Marie Callender’s Classic Combo – 1/2 a Turkey Sandwich, French Fries and a Cup of Soup for $5.99 is a good deal, although you hardly get any Fries.  I jokingly accused the Waiter of eating my Fries on the way over, haha.  It just lo (read full article)

classic combo, Costa Mesa Restaurant Reviews, Coupons & Deals, Food News, Food Pictures & More, Food Pricing, Marie Callender's restaurant, menu deals and specials, Restaurant Menu Links, Restaurant Reviews

May 15

Sandy’s Beach Grill In Huntington Beach (Surf City).

Today we attended a Grand Opening Celebration for Sandy’s Beach Grill.  We didn’t want to miss it, since it’s pretty much on the beach and it was a beautiful day.  Sandy’s Beach Grill is the newest restaurant from TS Rest (read full article)

Appetizers (Tapas), Chimayo, Food News, Food Pictures & More, grand opening party, Grand Opening Party Review, Huntington Beach, off PCH, PCH, Restaurant Menu Links

May 11

It’ll Be Called Cafe Nordstrom Or Nordstrom Cafe Bistro.

Have you noticed that some restaurants inside Nordstrom are called Cafe Nordstrom and others are named Nordstrom Cafe Bistro?  And on Yelp it’s referred to as Nordstrom Marketplace Cafe.  Not all have the same name or exact menu eit (read full article)

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May 04

Maggiano’s Little Italy — Make Reservations If You Don’t Want To Wait.

One of our longstanding favorite restaurants in Costa Mesa is Maggiano’s Little Italy.  It’s even better now that it has taken over the former Corner Bakery portion of the restaurant and built a much needed Bar and wait area.  It was (read full article)

Appetizers (Tapas), Charities (Food Related), Costa Mesa Restaurant Reviews, Food Pictures & More, Italian food, Maggianos food pictures, Maggianos Little Italy Costa Mesa, maggianos.com, manicotti, no more Corner Bakery

Apr 21

Zinc Cafe We’ll Be Back & CoCo’s We Appreciate The Idea, But…

Funny story… A friend and I were walking around Corona Del Mar hungry one day.  First we learned all the restaurants we wanted to eat at didn’t open until 5PM, then remembered Zinc Cafe & Market.  We’d heard a lot of remarka (read full article)

Appetizer, Appetizers (Tapas), brie cheese, CoCo's Restaurant, Corona Del Mar, Food Pictures & More, food review, fried green beans, Restaurant Reviews, The Bad

Apr 16

Lunch At The Yard House & Happy Hour Information Links.

For years my friend has raved about the Parmesan Crusted Chicken at the Yard House, which I finally tried (above).  It’s served over Garlic Mashed Potatoes and a Sundried Tomato, Three Mushroom Sauce.  She’s right, it’s good, e (read full article)

best happy hours, Chicken & Other Poultry, Food Pictures & More, happy hour, happy hour food, happy hour food pictures, Happy Hour Specials, parmesan chicken, penne with chicken, Restaurant Menu Links

Apr 10

We’ve Fallen In Love With SideDoor In CDM – Look For The Red Key.

Have you been to SideDoor yet?  It’s an English-style Gastropub in Corona Del Mar off Poppy and PCH.  You may not know about SideDoor until now, but if local you’re surely aware of the Five Crowns Restaurant.  It’s been in CD (read full article)

Appetizers (Tapas), bar expansion, Bar Reviews, Charcuterie, cheese, Corona Del Mar, Corona Del Mar restaurants, English Pub, fish and chips, Five Crowns Restaurant

Mar 22

Islands Former Sunset (BBQ) Burger Is Now Called Mavericks.

A BBQ Burger at Islands Restaurant used to be called a Sunset Burger, but it’s now called a Mavericks Burger (pictured).  It also differs in that it now comes with Onions Strings (Island Reds) and Mayonnaise instead of Mustard.  We still hav (read full article)

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Mar 09

The Lazy Dog Cafe Opened At The Market Place In Irvine.

Welcome to Irvine – The Lazy Dog Cafe.  We’re lucky to have you.  The Togarashi Edamame Beans (above) lead this post, because we think they’re the best Edamame in Orange County.  Wash your hands good before eating ‘em, (read full article)

edamame aka soybeans, Food News, Food Pictures & More, Irvine, Irvine CA, pet treats, Restaurant Menu Links, Restaurant Review, Restaurant Reviews, review and food photos

Mar 03

The Lazy Dog Cafe At The Market Place In Irvine Opens This Thursday.

Tonight I learned it’s a real treat to have The Lazy Dog Cafe in your neighborhood.  One is officially opening this Thursday, March 4th at The Market Place in Irvine.  It’s large yet cozy, stylish and warm, hospitable to people and d (read full article)

Chris Simms, dog friendly dining, dog menu, Food Pictures & More, Irvine, Restaurant Menu Links, Restaurant Reviews, The Lazy Dog Cafe, The Market Place

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