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San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 379-8000
California Academy of Sciences NightLife
As a science museum in and of itself its about as good as it gets. The marina in the basement with octupai, albino alligator, jellyfish, dark light..fresh. The bio dome/room/tropical rain forest with several levels is incredible. The planetarium. That alone could've kept me there for hours.
It is the element of making it a party which throws it over the top. There has recently been talk about are science museums failing the american public. Well, this one should have no problem because they have thought outside of the box. If you are in San Francisco make it your business to make this gathering.
The manager is on point. She is always in motion. I see her do ever task that is required from her staff. This is not "micro-managing". Her staff work diligently throughout their shift. They know their customers by name, likes and dislikes.
Its in the midst of downtown and they are ground zero for every odd person in the city. Despite having a "mixed crowd" the staff keeps the atmosphere there one of relaxation with delight.
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12/18/2009 First to Review
I stop by Starbucks every once and a while to cop that chai tea if I don't make time to make my own. Dunkin Doughnuts in New Haven are kosher yet they ain't that soy milk (come on D&D everyone has AT LEAST that option). This particular Starbucks is near my job so it gets my shine.
They need to step their game all the way live. First off, not that I eat any of those deserts, yet the display joint is ALWAYS empty...looking like they just got raided. Secondly, the new old dude in there that looks like an average 60 year old, just lost my office job, need to pay the mortgage white dude is TOO SLOW for cafe work. Plus he just keeps messing up. I saw him mess up on like 2 people in line before me. He does this constantly. Finally, I know the whole foam element of making a drink yet if I order a large chai I don't want 1/2 of it foam. Why the funk would you even THINK that I would want to have 1/2 of it foam??!!! If I ordered a small with the foam it would've been like a shot.
Ironically they really don't have to change anything because they get business by virtue of the fact that they are in downtown New Haven right on the bus route...go figure.
I don't drink coffee yet I love tea. I especially like Chai. Starbucks must have gotten an internal memo because their chai is now tasting just like milk and tea with no spices. Chai is supposed to have a nice spicy kick. The chai here has it and price-wise it is about the same as Starbucks. Their atmosphere is nice, its kinda in a cut, they got some good vegan/vegetarian treats plus they got the free wifi. Looks like I'm going to be logging in some hours here.
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New Haven, CT 06511
(203) 787-1055
Edge of the Woods
Categories:
Health Markets,
Caterers,
Grocery
Deserts are beyond reproach! They have the best vegan treats in town. You will get fat. The big strike against the place is that their other food in the restaurant portion of the place sucks. First off, some of these combinations that they come up are hideous. Instead of being 'creative' all of the time search world cuisines and copy them. Secondly, I mean really, no seasoning? The key about being a vegetarian or vegan is the ancient art of SEASONING. And to top it off the food is overpriced.
Yet again, as an oasis in the desert of the urban landscape, Edge of the Woods performs its function well. It is well established and has been rooted in the community for decades, well before the current Green jocking going on. Stop by.
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The two baristas actually convinced me that they were happy to be there at the insanely early hours of the morning..and I believed them.
And my chai was made JUST RIGHT. Good stuff.
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Miya is not traditional Sushi.
Get that out of your mental. Check their website though and see the history to understand that it is still rooted in traditional sushi. It is not no americanized fusion shiz though. It is innovation within the tradition and that's what makes it all of that.
As a vegetarian or vegan you are going to have your taste buds explode. The variety is endless. Their miso soups are meals within their self. The service...how can the wait staff be cool like cool in your would hang out with them while at the same time on top of their game??!
This is also the spot where I go to for sake. The endless variety, hot and cold. They even have a bar in a separate section where you can get your night club/bar feel on.
If you out on that date and you want a nice after movie spot to hit up. This is the spot. make an appearance.
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They are open 365 days a year. That's right..they're open on Thanksgiving, New Year's Eve, Christmas, etc. You gotta love 'em. They have some bangin Falafel sandwiches. This cracked bulgar weat dish with onions. Their lentil soups is on point. And they got more. Enough veggie goods to keep you guessing and happy.
I'm good with the cooks/owners whom I have known for years, months and days. They keep the waitress staff constantly rotating which is normal in a college town yet those who have been consistent there know me and are mad cool. Again, I like the dark, in the cut, slice of the middle east feel of the place. Definitely the place to check out if you're in the Elm.
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New Haven, CT 06511
(203) 432-5050
Peabody Museum of Natural History
Categories:
Colleges & Universities,
Museums
I love sharing this place with my son. I mean, what is not to like? There are DINOSAURS. There is a good display of the expansive Native Nations of North/South America. A fresh model of Macchu Pichu. A small Egyptian exhibit.
THey have nice displays on natural science dealing with the whole planet from the macro to the micro. The visiting exhibits are always worth the wait. There is always something new and popping in this museum.
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