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"Just deep fry it."


Former Scout

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171 Useful, 79 Funny, and 141 Cool

Location

Flint, MI

Yelping Since

March 2008

Things I Love

pandas

Find Me In

badassness

My Hometown

Flint, MI

My Blog Or Website

http://detroitword.com

When I'm Not Yelping...

I'm fashion-ing.

Why You Should Read My Reviews

I can help you choose what to wear.

My Second Favorite Website

http://3quarksdaily.com

The Last Great Book I Read

Sons and Other Flammable Objects by Porochista Khakpour (still reading it)

My First Concert

S W V

My Favorite Movie

Hav Plenty

My Last Meal On Earth

will involve a soul food buffet with a side of Filipino dishes.

Don't Tell Anyone Else But...

I will beat you at Minesweeper.

Most Recent Discovery

Forget mimosas, try a Shandy -- Harp's and lemonade!

Current Crush

Biz Markie

Recent Reviews

492 Reviews

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214 S Main St
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 668-1838

Espresso Royale  

Category: Coffee & Tea

3 star rating
 10/18/2009  
This Espresso Royale is on a great spot on Main Street, but their interior leaves something to be desired.  However, I would choose to go here over Sweetwaters around the corner any day.  I get excellent service from Ian, who is a great barista.  I also love how they are using the eco friendly cups now!

I usually order their mango smoothie or a Spanish latte because I love the condensed milk.  Though I am not a fan of their atmosphere, I do know I can usually get a table here and use their wireless.  I also have a great chance of having room for my son in his stroller as well.

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205-207 E Washington St
Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Blue Tractor BBQ & Brewery  

Category: Barbeque

2 star rating
 11/23/2008  
This is actually a 2.5 star review.  My BF liked the IPA and the nitrous creamy beer they had was smooth, light, and flavorless -- great for a poseur beer (well, microbrew) drinker.

Now I love me some southern food.  I love catfish, ribs, greens, mac 'n cheese, grits.  Pile it on, honey.  We ordered all of that plus some corn bread.  But man, they couldn't put together a solid southern dish, and we ordered oodles of them.

It was as bland as canned food.  You could tell there was no love in making the meals.  Who cares if the stuff is made with organic ingredients?  The ribs were cold and the sauce was disappointing.  The sliders didn't have enough greasy flavor.  The so-called "catfish" was like fish 'n chips, honey.  That ain't how you make catfish.  I can honestly say I cannot recommend any of the food here.  The least disappointing thing were the veggies we ordered for my son.

The service was great, the atmosphere was really comfy.  But man, if you are going to do soul food, DON'T FORGET THE SOUL!

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4104 Penn Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
(412) 621-4900

Brillobox  

Categories: Music Venues, Dive Bars

4 star rating
 9/7/2008  
I attended a party for Viva Radio upstairs.  First of all, the bouncer wasn't much of a bouncer.  I felt like I could poke him over with my pinky finger.  Then, there was no Guinness at the upstairs bar.  However, the bartender poured a generous drink.

The dancing was fun.  I liked looking at the crazy Jesus figurines.  I couldn't figure out the decor, but it was kind of like "Diner meets the Last Supper in Neonville" or something.

People like to throw this word "hipster" around.  I feel like I saw a lot of people who could be classified as "hipsters" -- but only if you use that term hatefully.

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1214 Packard St
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 761-6520

Zen Buddhist Temple  

Categories: Yoga, Buddhist Temples

4 star rating
 9/6/2008  
This is actually a great place to consider going to if you have a baby.  I know that sounds weird, but I don't really go into places of "worship", but I read that it is a good idea to take babies to places where they have to learn how to be quiet without toys or food to distract them.  That was actually great yet frustrating advice.  This was the only place I was comfortable going to and it was perfect.

This is also my last review as a Scout!  My term is over, and it was very fun and hectic!  Best of luck to the new crew!

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315 Detroit St
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 994-3276

City of Ann Arbor Farmers Market  

Category: Farmers Market

4 star rating
 9/6/2008  
I have a lot of affection for this market.  It's a treat when you're walking by and you've forgotten that it's market day.  The vendors offer a delicious assortment of produce at affordable prices -- it's also a good idea to try and support local farmers when you can.

I also highly recommend buying fresh herbs from here and cookin' it up because food tastes so much better.

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519 S Saginaw St
Flint, MI 48502
(810) 235-6841

Whaley Historical House  

Category: Museums

5 star rating
 9/6/2008   First to Review
This is a historical home in Flint, that is related to the Whaley's Children and also Home for Women.  It is a beautiful house.  I stopped by recently because they had a great exhibitin on Victorian Fashion.  That's actually the kind of thing I'm interested in, period fashion.  I also have a place in my heart for old houses.

This house has been around since the 19th century, and it's hard to think of Flint as a city that was around during that era, but it was.  You can host your wedding and reception here, but since it is a museum there are a lot of restrictions.  For instance, you can only have champagne and white wine for alcoholic drinks.

Afternoon Tea is on Saturdays.  What a great place for Flint

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303 S State St
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 998-3480

Steve & Barry's University Sportswear - CLOSED 

Category: Sports Wear

3 star rating
 9/6/2008  
This is great if you are a tourist, if you are shopping for a tourist, or if you are a student with no creativity whatsoever.

Or a fan.

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1301 S University Ave
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
(734) 665-2650

Mitch's Place  

Category: Sports Bars

3 star rating
 9/6/2008  
I went here a couple of times with some friends who lived in that hell highriser, University Towers.  The drinks were unmemorable, except for the one that my friend had who was convinced that the cup kept refilling itself.

He was a pretty cocky guy.  We played a video game together.  I almost schooled him at a race and they he got all macho on me when he won -- I wanted to laugh because I sucked so it wasn't a big deal to beat me.

So, it was interesting enough for me to have some memories tucked away.

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1439 Griswold St
Detroit, MI 48226

Cafe D'Mongo's Speakeasy  

Categories: Nightlife, Soul Food
Neighborhood: Downtown Detroit

4 star rating
 9/6/2008   First to Review
The food here is delicious.  I am a big fan of soul food.

Gripe:  It is only open on Friday.  Great music and atmosphere however, with seating outside under the big buildings.  Highly recommended.

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800 Woodward Ave
Detroit, MI 48226
(313) 962-0101

Campus Martius Park  

Categories: Arts & Entertainment, Parks
Neighborhood: Downtown Detroit

4 star rating
 9/6/2008  
This is a great location to take a stroll.  I am NOT a fan of traffic circles, however.

Stop by instead of driving past it if you can.  There is a huge monument dedicated to Detroit Civil War heroes, with the warrior Michigan standing at the top.

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