SGV: Chasing Beef Noodles at Dai Ho
My noodles partner and I have started our noodle blow-outs with a vengeance again. We recently visited Chengdu and said our next point of attack was Dai Ho. I have heard of… Continue reading
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Santa Monica: Sushi and More at Maru
Maru in Santa Monica has been closed for renovations but plans to re-open mid November. Just in time to enjoy more sushi and sashimi. But there’s plenty more at this modern restaurant… Continue reading
DTLA: Hanging Out at Stocking Frame
It’s always exciting when I find a new viable lunch spot. I checked out Stocking Frame which opened less than 6 months ago in Downtown Los Angeles. It’s been serving dinner and cocktails… Continue reading
DTLA: Noodles & Cocktails at Peking Tavern
Peking Tavern quietly opened a month or so ago. Located in the basement of the same building as the new Terroni Downtown, it’s almost easy to miss if you weren’t looking for it.… Continue reading
DTLA: First Look at the Bar Named Wendell
I will always remember a bartender telling me all sorts of bars are needed. And I agree with him. While Downtown Los Angeles has its share of craft cocktail bars, there is… Continue reading
Costa Mesa: Craft Cocktails Including the Pickleback Sour at Pie Society
The term “speakeasy” gets tossed around these days and some misuse the term. However, Pie Society is a true speakeasy. Hidden behind Pitfire Pizza, the Costa Mesa bar is bringing craft cocktails to… Continue reading
Pasadena: Tasting Menu at Osek Korean Cuisine
I didn’t want to stray too far from Pasadena one night and ended up checking out the new Osek, a Korean restaurant in Old Town Pasadena. They claim to be the only Korean… Continue reading
Koreatown: Brazilian BBQ at M Grill
M Grill in Koreatown has been open for about 10 years now but recently renovated and doubled their dining room capacity. I visited for the first time a couple of weeks ago and… Continue reading
Getting a Salad at Built Custom Burgers
A few weeks ago, I went to Built Custom Burgers for lunch. The fast casual concept comes from The Counter Burgers who made customization incredibly easy years ago at their restaurants. It works… Continue reading
Thai Town: Noodles at Sapp Coffee Shop
I love noodles and the best boat noodles I’ve ever found is the bowl at Sapp Coffee Shop. The broth is amazing and everyone knows it. It’s not a new find and… Continue reading