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DateSeattle, WA 98103
(206) 457-8837
Pecado Bueno
Category:
Mexican
Neighborhood: Fremont
Listed in: Margaritavile, WA
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 329-9256
Pho Cyclo Cafe
Category:
Vietnamese
Neighborhood: Capitol Hill
I used to like this place. They weren't my favorite but would do in a pinch. However, I find the service here is not very good and the Pho isn't the greatest.
Recently I had to order a diet pepsi three times from three different people before it showed up. The servers don't check on you after they've dropped off your meal and often leave one waiting quite a while for the check. The pho tai doesn't have thin slices of rare beef--it has thick slices of well-done beef.
Listed in: Just Pho Fun!
1 Previous Review:
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2/25/2010
Take my review with a grain of salt, because I don't really know what the pho I'm talking about. I haven't had a lot of pho in my lifetime--probably because it's rare that I'm in the mood for a hot bowl of noodles when I go out to eat.
Pho Cyclo Cafe offers a number of varieties of pho and plenty of non-soup items too. I thought the pho tai nam (with rare steak and flank) was tasty, although it wasn't as hot as I'd like. I appreciate not sweating over a boiling cauldron of soup, but it was cold by the time I was done eating. I also felt like I didn't get a lot of noodles. I eyed my friend's veggie pho enviously. It had lots of noodles and big chunks of tofu and veggies. Mine was a little dull with its unremarkable strips of beef--which weren't as thin or tender as I expected either. I think I'll order the veggie next time.
Service was friendly, but seemed a bit slow--my friend's bubble tea showed up several minutes after our food did. All in all I had a nice time, enjoyed my lunch and felt it was reasonably priced. But I want to check out Broadway's other pho options before I return.
Oh yeah, and don't get faked out by their door that doesn't open, or you'll look like a doofus.
San Francisco, CA 94107
(415) 243-0107
The American Grilled Cheese Kitchen
Categories:
American (New),
Sandwiches,
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighborhood: SOMA
Why only four stars and not five? It's a judgement call. It did seem a little pricey to me and there were only a few sandwiches to choose from--Portland's Grilled Cheese Grill has dozens. Still, I know I will be back next time I'm in SF--they're only a short walk from my office and they have several other sandwiches I need to try.
I love the Mexican Grocery because they have a fantastic selection of hot sauces! They've got the usual suspects, some less common favorites of mine (el Yucateco, mi amigo!), and the absurdist novelty variety (like "Ass Reaper").
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 634-2307
College Inn Pub
Category:
Pubs
Neighborhood: University District
This is the best pub in the University District. It's got that low-key, windowless basement chic combined with fantastic nachos and a great rotating tap. They've even got darts and pool for the more athletically inclined patrons. Their jukebox is excellent (a wide variety of classics and no bubble gum)--but unfortunately I think my friends and I played "Tea for One" one too many times and they got rid of "Presence" (sorry, my bad). I also like that the vibe here feels a little more grad student and a little less frat boy--let's try to keep it that way, people.
PS: Czerton's mom!
1 Previous Review:
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11/21/2007
Excellent beer selection and the best nachos in the city. Not too fratty for a u-district hangout.
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 659-0737
Blueacre Seafood
Category:
Seafood
Neighborhood: Belltown
Blueacre's happy hour has some great food specials (crab poppers, anyone?). Oyster fans should be happy here--they're $1 each and come with an assortment of mignonettes. The happy hour drink list seems to change often, but I can usually find something interesting on it--like the "Temporary Restraining Order," made with reposado, sour apple and lime. It sounds weird but was tasty and not unlike a margarita served up.
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 282-0776
Chocolopolis
Category:
Chocolatiers and Shops
Neighborhood: Queen Anne
They're like crack for my dad. He's on a fixed income though and I fear he might have to hustle in order to score his fix. So I buy them for him on every occasion.
They've got fancy truffles, bars, sauces, cocoa and other treats from all over the world. Your trip to the top of Queen Anne won't be complete without a stop here!
Listed in: Reviews of the Day
Seattle, WA 98107
(206) 784-0699
Ocho
Categories:
Tapas Bars,
Lounges
Neighborhood: Ballard
The cocktails are fantastic. The San Miguel with its gin, st. germain, lemon and rhubarb bitters always refreshes me--tangy with a bit of complexity to it. El Picador (gin, of course) with maraschino liqueur, cucumber, rosemary and beet is another gem.
There are too many delicious favorite dishes to list here--but I will always recommend and order the dates. Wrapped in pancetta, stuffed with blue cheese and drizzled with a sweet balsamic sauce... I've had dreams about these things.
I've been to Spain and Ocho is better than a lot of tapas I had there. It seems a bit more expensive though, which is probably my biggest gripe. It's also a little cramped and can be difficult to get a table. More often than not I find myself at Ocho just to grab a drink and maybe a bite or two in the late afternoon, which is something I think they are perfect for.
Listed in: Margaritavile, WA
Seattle, WA 98101
(206) 623-7129
Kim Jaymor, DDS
Category:
Dentists
Neighborhood: Downtown
It's worth the splurge if you're an admirer of this beautiful, classic hotel. If you're on a budget I'd stay somewhere else, take a stroll through and grab a drink at the Bengal Lounge. If you check their website you can usually get a nice discount by paying in advance (cheaper than booking via a Clipper package).
Our room was very comfortable, nicely appointed and quiet--except for the seagulls that liked to roost outside our window in the morning. It made for a memorable weekend with the girlfriend.
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Yelping SinceNovember 2007
Things I Lovehiking, Hendricks gin, americanos, guacamole, gorgonzola, Traveling, netflix, mac n cheese, bacon, chocolate, coffee, margaritas, beer, whiskey, Paris
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The guac is tasty and the crispy cod tacos are delicious! I'm not really excited about going to the bar to order, but did I mention the $3 margaritas? If you're in Fremont do yourself a solid and stop in.
Be sure to try the $3 margaritas. They're $3!