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205 E Houston St
New York, NY 10002
(212) 254-2246
New York, NY 10002
(212) 254-2246
Katz's Delicatessen
Categories:
Delis,
Sandwiches
Neighborhood: Lower East Side
I hate lines. Yes, I hate lines. I almost hated this place because I almost got denied twice. Once they stopped accepting people and the second time they told us we had to wait 1.5 hours but it was only really 30 minutes. Gist - expect a wait.
But it was worth it!
Yes, the classic and modern ramen were super delish, tasty, hot, deep with flavor. If you have to wait at the bar (don't whine, we all had to do it), drown your sorrows in some warm pork buns (some of the best I've ever tasted).
If you're from Los Angeles and you live and die by Santouka's chasu/salt ramen then you'll be happy here. Your belly will thank you.
But it was worth it!
Yes, the classic and modern ramen were super delish, tasty, hot, deep with flavor. If you have to wait at the bar (don't whine, we all had to do it), drown your sorrows in some warm pork buns (some of the best I've ever tasted).
If you're from Los Angeles and you live and die by Santouka's chasu/salt ramen then you'll be happy here. Your belly will thank you.
This is definitely a hole in the wall that we found thanks to Yelp. We ordered the chicken with black bean sauce (3 out of 5), beef chow fun (2.5 out of 5, greasy) and the chinese sausage fried rice (3 out of 5) but the reason this place gets a solid 4 in my book is...three words..the FRESH ALMOND TEA! Holy God, when I die please give me an endless supply of this - you can even give it to me through IV straight into my bloodstream.
Perfectly cold, not too sweet, just perfect.
I went back 3 times and I'm only in New York for 5 days. Obsessed, I say, obsessed.
Perfectly cold, not too sweet, just perfect.
I went back 3 times and I'm only in New York for 5 days. Obsessed, I say, obsessed.
3708 Las Vegas Blvd S
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 333-9000
Las Vegas, NV 89109
(702) 333-9000
Marquee Nightclub & Dayclub
Category:
Dance Clubs
It ain't no XS (at the Wynn) but damn this place is hoppin' (+ bonus points because they know their bands and DJs).
Here's a tip - get your tickets the day before (first floor at the Marquee ticket booth - just ask around) anytime after noon and you'll skip the long line later on. Makes the experience THAT much more enjoyable. Trust me.
When the pool area is open it's like heaven. Personal jacuzzis per cabana? Wa wa what? What a nice touch.
Only reason I docked you one point is because you don't have enough seating for those NOT willing to shill out the boo koo bucks on bottle service. Damn, Cosmo, girls with high heels can't always be struttin' their stuff..they need to sit!
Here's a tip - get your tickets the day before (first floor at the Marquee ticket booth - just ask around) anytime after noon and you'll skip the long line later on. Makes the experience THAT much more enjoyable. Trust me.
When the pool area is open it's like heaven. Personal jacuzzis per cabana? Wa wa what? What a nice touch.
Only reason I docked you one point is because you don't have enough seating for those NOT willing to shill out the boo koo bucks on bottle service. Damn, Cosmo, girls with high heels can't always be struttin' their stuff..they need to sit!
36068 Hidden Springs Rd
Wildomar, CA 92595
(951) 678-7808
Wildomar, CA 92595
(951) 678-7808
Checkerboard Deli
Categories:
Delis,
Sandwiches
This place always knocks my socks off! Francis, the new owner, is so sweet and her sandwiches are kick-ass! The food is always fresh, the meat is always delicious and they have the best service. Kinda like Cheers, where if you go often enough they remember your name! (If you don't get that last part, you're too enough or I'm too old. Eek.) Get the Californian with honey mustard. Yum!
Modern restaurant in Temecula...wha what what? Thai BBQ is your spot if you prefer clean Thai food, in a a modern setting, at great prices. Love Thai Kitchen in Temecula but prefer this joint because of their quick service and delicious food. Choose the drunken noodles (OMG...they are heavenly..but a bit greasy). Lunch specials are super affordable and they can have you in and out in a jiff. Love this place!
9540 Washington Blvd
Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 838-3131
Culver City, CA 90232
(310) 838-3131
Gyenari - CLOSED
Category:
Korean
Neighborhood: Culver City
Chose Gyenari for a bridal shower party and I have got to say that we couldn't have asked for better service. Food was delicious (see last post) but more importantly, they were so extremely accommodating, I could kiss them! Thank you so much Jimmy and Jooho for helping me plan this event..you guys rock! For anyone looking to plan an event, like a shower, choose Gyenari and you won't be sorry.
Tip: The back room can feel a little claustrophobic so I'd suggest eating dinner in the main room and then moving to the back room if possible for dessert and games...
Tip: The back room can feel a little claustrophobic so I'd suggest eating dinner in the main room and then moving to the back room if possible for dessert and games...
1 Previous Review:
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7/28/2008
I've been really excited about this Korean restaurant opening up on the Westside since it is now up against Wharo in Marina del Rey. It's always good to see a little competition, keeps everyone on their toes. Also, I'm always interested in seeing how ethnic restaurants update their look to appeal to a wider audience.
Does a restaurant lose its authenticity when it goes modern? Like Sugarfish, when you "Pinkberry" something out, do you start missing the sushi chef?
Grace (sis), Berry and I decided to have dinner at Gyenari Saturday night to see how it would fare.
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39400 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 600-9119
Murrieta, CA 92563
(951) 600-9119
Asiacan Restaurant & Bakery
Categories:
Vietnamese,
Dim Sum,
Bakeries
Service sucked so bad that I never want to go here again. Dirty plates sat around on other people's tables the entire time we were there (Strike 1), I was eternally thirsty (especially after my pho - Strike 2) and they forgot about a few dishes (Strike 3).
Please please please hire some more people and make this place run more efficiently. I'm all about the mom and pop shops so I want you to succeed but if I'm stressed out while I'm eating, it ain't working!
On the flip side, the sandwiches here are super tasty - esp the pate ones...and their pho is the best in temecula, murrieta. it's the classic conundrum - bad service over tasty food.
So who wins? Bye bye, Asiacan. It was nice knowin ya. I wish we could have rendezvoud a bit more but my patience with you is up. My frustrated stomach is moving on.
Please please please hire some more people and make this place run more efficiently. I'm all about the mom and pop shops so I want you to succeed but if I'm stressed out while I'm eating, it ain't working!
On the flip side, the sandwiches here are super tasty - esp the pate ones...and their pho is the best in temecula, murrieta. it's the classic conundrum - bad service over tasty food.
So who wins? Bye bye, Asiacan. It was nice knowin ya. I wish we could have rendezvoud a bit more but my patience with you is up. My frustrated stomach is moving on.
Lunch buffet..BOOOOO.
Dinner off the menu...YAY!
I'm torn. Lunch buffet had old food that sat there a long time (I mean clumpy rice, c'mon!) but ordering off the menu and getting my chicken tikka masala nice and hot was heaven!
So only go to this place if you're ordering off the menu..you've been warned!
Dinner off the menu...YAY!
I'm torn. Lunch buffet had old food that sat there a long time (I mean clumpy rice, c'mon!) but ordering off the menu and getting my chicken tikka masala nice and hot was heaven!
So only go to this place if you're ordering off the menu..you've been warned!
Alright it's been awhile since I wrote a review, forgive me, I've been eating out less, cooking in more (probably like a lot of y'all..can anyone say recession?). But I had to stop everything and write a post for this mom and pop shop 'cause it needs some Mclovin's.
My husband's family has been going to this joint for over 10 years - now that's loyalty. the food is actually really decent - especially love the sizzling rice soup and those damn crispy noodle appetizers with hot mustard and ketchup had me full before our two main dishes arrived.
The owner is WAY cool, he's the kind of guy you want to help out, especially since he's now competing with all the chains out in Temecula. So give this place a chance, peeps. Relatively cheap for dinner ($33 for 3 main dishes and a large bowl of sizzling rice soup) and it beats that Chinese buffet I know you're all going to now 'cause they got crab legs and "sushi."
The best Chinese food in Temecula (and outside of West LA), if you ask me.
My husband's family has been going to this joint for over 10 years - now that's loyalty. the food is actually really decent - especially love the sizzling rice soup and those damn crispy noodle appetizers with hot mustard and ketchup had me full before our two main dishes arrived.
The owner is WAY cool, he's the kind of guy you want to help out, especially since he's now competing with all the chains out in Temecula. So give this place a chance, peeps. Relatively cheap for dinner ($33 for 3 main dishes and a large bowl of sizzling rice soup) and it beats that Chinese buffet I know you're all going to now 'cause they got crab legs and "sushi."
The best Chinese food in Temecula (and outside of West LA), if you ask me.
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Thick cuts of pastrami, sauerkraut, cheese, sauce on rye bread with a side of pickles. This was perfection. I'm not a big fan of rye bread but it wasn't strong at all. Love how they give you samples of pastrami - whets the appetite.
Shockingly good. I'm going back again and again...