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10937 W Pico Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(310) 470-8909
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(310) 470-8909
The Colony Cafe
Category:
American (New)
Neighborhood: West Los Angeles
Pretty awesome beer selection and nice people watching on the Venice boardwalk. It's a bit crowded and you pay a premium on the beers, but it's definitely one of the better boardwalk options for sipping one of your favorite barley-based beverages.
1752 NW Market St
Seattle, WA 98107
(206) 789-4488
Seattle, WA 98107
(206) 789-4488
Sip & Ship
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Shopping
Neighborhood: Ballard
I always want to call this place Sit & Shit. Don't ask me why.
In addition to the odd name, Sip & Ship carries an odd mix of stuff. A coffee shop inside a UPS store with a sprinkling of sundry shop thrown in? It's the kind of idea a bunch of stoners would come up with after having smoked half the weed in the PNW.
But somehow it works.
I came here to ship some Xmas gifts and actually found myself browsing through some of the interesting knick-knacks to throw in as stocking stuffers, and if I hadn't already had a high-octane coffee before arriving here I probably would have gotten a coffee drink to sip on while I waited in line to ship my stuff.
It was super busy, but the girls working there managed the line well and were very friendly. Overall it was a good experience and I'll definitely come back here first the next time I need to ship some things.
In addition to the odd name, Sip & Ship carries an odd mix of stuff. A coffee shop inside a UPS store with a sprinkling of sundry shop thrown in? It's the kind of idea a bunch of stoners would come up with after having smoked half the weed in the PNW.
But somehow it works.
I came here to ship some Xmas gifts and actually found myself browsing through some of the interesting knick-knacks to throw in as stocking stuffers, and if I hadn't already had a high-octane coffee before arriving here I probably would have gotten a coffee drink to sip on while I waited in line to ship my stuff.
It was super busy, but the girls working there managed the line well and were very friendly. Overall it was a good experience and I'll definitely come back here first the next time I need to ship some things.
4370 Genesee Ave
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 571-8843
San Diego, CA 92117
(858) 571-8843
Cotixan Mexican & Seafood
Category:
Mexican
Neighborhood: Clairemont
Now that El Indio went to shit, El Cotixan holds the title as the best fast-Mex enchiladas in San Diego.
Other staples here include the rolled tacos, carne asada fries, carne asada burrito, and the California burrito. The carne asada tostada is awesome too, and less food than some of the other menu items. And I almost forgot, the lunch burrito is amazing too - don't let the name fool you, it's really a breakfast burrito with eggs, beans, cheese, potatoes, and bacon, and it's one of the most delicious things ever.
They just installed a mini salsa bar and introduced a new more traditional style salsa in addition to their orange and green sauces.
Prices are cheap, and they're open 24/7. What more could you ask for?
Other staples here include the rolled tacos, carne asada fries, carne asada burrito, and the California burrito. The carne asada tostada is awesome too, and less food than some of the other menu items. And I almost forgot, the lunch burrito is amazing too - don't let the name fool you, it's really a breakfast burrito with eggs, beans, cheese, potatoes, and bacon, and it's one of the most delicious things ever.
They just installed a mini salsa bar and introduced a new more traditional style salsa in addition to their orange and green sauces.
Prices are cheap, and they're open 24/7. What more could you ask for?
1509 1st Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 381-0857
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 381-0857
Falafel King
Category:
Middle Eastern
Neighborhood: Downtown
Love/hate. I had the chicken shawerma plate and for $8 it was easily 2 meals worth of food. However, I only ate one meals worth of those 2 meals.
Why, do you ask?
Well, they put so much garlic in the food it will turn you into Puff the Magic Garlic-breath Dragon for the next 3 days. I shit you not. If you eat here, cancel every social event on your calendar for the rest of the week.
Aside from that and a slight stomach ache after eating my meal, the food itself was quite tasty.
Why, do you ask?
Well, they put so much garlic in the food it will turn you into Puff the Magic Garlic-breath Dragon for the next 3 days. I shit you not. If you eat here, cancel every social event on your calendar for the rest of the week.
Aside from that and a slight stomach ache after eating my meal, the food itself was quite tasty.
1218 3rd Ave
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 292-3013
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 292-3013
Pegasus Coffee Bar
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighborhood: Downtown
I've started coming here recently to grab a quick coffee before work. They make really good mochas, and the people who work here are super friendly. Seems like a locals place full of people who work in the Seattle Tower.
Like other reviewers have mentioned, it's very cramped inside and this is a to-go kind of place. Don't expect to come here and sit down anywhere. But if you're like me and usually in a hurry and just trying to grab a caffeine jolt to wake yourself up in the AM, this place does an excellent job.
Like other reviewers have mentioned, it's very cramped inside and this is a to-go kind of place. Don't expect to come here and sit down anywhere. But if you're like me and usually in a hurry and just trying to grab a caffeine jolt to wake yourself up in the AM, this place does an excellent job.
Uh it's In N Out burger and this is a great location. If you don't know what this place is all about, read the other reviews.
301 NW 85th St
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 784-4699
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 784-4699
Taquería Tequila Authentic Mexican Food
Category:
Mexican
Neighborhood: Greenwood
I really like Taqueria Tequila and the fact that they're open late and are near my apartment. Their food is also quite good, but I find their menu is a bit hit-and-miss. I've tried a couple of their burritos and I can't say I'm really a fan. They're "good" but nothing amazing. Carne asada is chopped up too fine, and the ingredients come together in a sort of uninspiring way.
Some of their special dishes, however, are another story entirely. The Plato El Paisano is freaking amazing. The description on the menu doesn't do it justice. It's chunks of white chicken in this incredibly flavorful chipotle/cream sauce that will make you say "goddam" with every bite you take. If that wasn't enough, it comes with a chile relleno, rice, and beans on the side. Yep, it's a lot of food and a bit pricey, but so worth it and unlike any other Mexican dish I've tried.
The menu consists of the basics and a ton on unique dishes as well, so I look forward to coming back here and sampling some of the other interesting items.
Some of their special dishes, however, are another story entirely. The Plato El Paisano is freaking amazing. The description on the menu doesn't do it justice. It's chunks of white chicken in this incredibly flavorful chipotle/cream sauce that will make you say "goddam" with every bite you take. If that wasn't enough, it comes with a chile relleno, rice, and beans on the side. Yep, it's a lot of food and a bit pricey, but so worth it and unlike any other Mexican dish I've tried.
The menu consists of the basics and a ton on unique dishes as well, so I look forward to coming back here and sampling some of the other interesting items.
1215 4th Ave
Seattle, WA 98161
(206) 624-9893
Seattle, WA 98161
(206) 624-9893
Caffe Migliore
Category:
Coffee & Tea
Neighborhood: Downtown
Cafe Migliore is one of my favorite coffee shops in Seattle, and it's my go-to spot before work. They make amazing Americanos and White Mochas, and they cost about $1 less than everywhere else. Lines can get long in the mornings, but service always seems to go pretty fast.
In addition to the great coffee drinks, they also have tasty baked goods like croissants and muffins, and at lunch time they bring in fresh tasty sandwiches from some local place that I forget the name of. If I remember, I'll have to update this review.
In addition to the great coffee drinks, they also have tasty baked goods like croissants and muffins, and at lunch time they bring in fresh tasty sandwiches from some local place that I forget the name of. If I remember, I'll have to update this review.
This Taco del Mar is pretty much like every other one - mediocre. Sure it's nice compared to some of their other locations, but a shiny turd is a still a turd.
I hadn't been to a Taco del Mar in probably 4 years, and eating here reminded me why. I ordered the fish tacos. The best thing I can say about them is that the corn tortillas were soft and fairly good. The fish, however, resembled sad dry Van de Kaamps fish sticks.
I don't understand how this chain survives.
I hadn't been to a Taco del Mar in probably 4 years, and eating here reminded me why. I ordered the fish tacos. The best thing I can say about them is that the corn tortillas were soft and fairly good. The fish, however, resembled sad dry Van de Kaamps fish sticks.
I don't understand how this chain survives.
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Things I Lovebodyboarding, DJing, electronic music, breakbeats, drum and bass, dubstep, working out, craft beer, the internet, social media
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When I'm Not Yelping...I am working on being awesome
The Last Great Book I ReadLet My People Go Surfing
My First ConcertJoe Satriani
My Favorite MovieCaddyshack
My Last Meal On Earthhomemade kalua pork with plenty of chili water
Don't Tell Anyone Else But...Yeah I watched Jersey Shore.
Most Recent DiscoveryKing Falafel in Greenwood - so good!
I got the chicken pesto panini and was really happy with it. They use their rotisserie chicken which tasted super fresh and everything on the sandwich came together in a nice way. My friends had some dirty (as in unhealthy, yet good) breakfast sandwiches that I actually wish I had ordered. I'll have to get on that next time I go.