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337 North Brand Blvd.
Glendale, CA 91203
(818) 242-6565

Brand Terrace Cafe  

Category: Coffee & Tea
Neighborhood: Glendale

1.0 star rating
Update - 12/8/2011 1 Check-in Here
THIS RESTAURANT IS CLOSED!!!  I posted a Quick Tip at the beginning of November.  Many of us are hoping they open up a new location.

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  • 4.0 star rating
    4/5/2011

    Great place for a fresh sandwich at a very reasonable price.  Each day they offer a Special that includes a sandwich, side salad and an iced tea for $6.99.  I have had the Greek Tuna, Chicken Club and the Sicilian Tuna sandwiches.   The service is quick, the restaurant is very clean and the quality of ingredients are very fresh.  They also offer Breakfast items and a wide variety of salads and sandwiches.

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633 S Arroyo Pkwy
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 795-5336

Royal Donuts  

Category: Donuts
Neighborhood: Pasadena

4.0 star rating
10/27/2011 2 Check-ins Here
This is a great small donut shop that is owned and operated by a man that takes great care in producing a high quality donut.  Nothing fancy, but you will find a great powdered sugar raised, glazed/honey-dipped, or cinnamon roll treat waiting for you.  The only drawback is that the selection does get depleted quickly.  So to have your choice get there before 9:00 AM.

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320 S Arroyo Pkwy
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 577-6001

Houston's  

Categories: Steakhouses, American (New)
Neighborhood: Pasadena

3.0 star rating
Update - 10/27/2011 21 Check-ins Here
This visit was not up to the standards I expect at Houston's.  Service was slower than normal and  the food was brought to the table without regard to course timing. I was not even half done with a Caesar Salad and my BBQ Ribs were dropped on the table.  The food was as good as always.

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  • 4.0 star rating
    9/13/2010

    I love Houston's and this location more than any other I have ever visited.  They do a better than average business so the food elements are the freshest and the quakity is kept high.  The aroma of the grill can be enjoyed long before you enter their doors.  Staff is very attentive and friendly.  It is my home away from home.

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417-1/2 N Brand Blvd
Glendale, CA 91203
(818) 243-7827

Beyond the Stars Cafe  

Category: Sandwiches
Neighborhood: Glendale

3.0 star rating
Update - 7/14/2011 2 Check-ins Here
The Coffee and Panini shop are CLOSED during the day, open only for Special Evants.

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  • 3.0 star rating
    10/21/2010

    The salads remain on the menu, however, the sandwiches available are paninis.  I had a Caprese Panini and it was good.  Naturally, there is about a 10 minute wait for the hating of the sandwich.

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  • 5.0 star rating
    4/8/2010 First to Review

    Just opened up within the last few weeks after a long construction period.  It was well worth the wait! The entrance is just to the left of the Stars Theatre entrance.

    While they have coffees and pastries that look excellent, my experiences have been with the lunch time sandwiches.  The menu offers variations on sandwiches that border on gourmet.  I had the Turkey and Apricot, with Cream Cheese, Red Onions (light) and slivered almonds on a large croissant.  It came with an iced tea for only $5.99.  It was delicious!  I have also tried the Turkey, Brie and Green Apple sandwich and it was almost as delicious as the Turkey and Apricot.  Panini grilled sandwiches are also available and the selection today was a Roast Beef or a Grilled Veggie panini.

    A great new alternative for a quick breakfast or lunch in Glendale.  They are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and have six - eight tables outside on the sidewalk for seating, but the location is great for take-out for me.
    UPDATE: 4/19/10 - They just started also offering a variety of gourmet salads today, making my lunch selection more difficult - but delicious!

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555 Canal St
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 581-1000

New Orleans Marriott  

Categories: Hotels, Restaurants

4.0 star rating
6/22/2011 1 Check-in Here
A great Marriott property.  Very clean, well maintained and great conference facilities.

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127 Bourbon St
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 410-9000

Howl At the Moon  

Category: Nightlife

4.0 star rating
6/15/2011
Watch out for the Hurricane Drinks.  I have never had anything but a whole lot of fun at all locations I have visited.

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10 N Raymond Ave
Pasadena, CA 91103
(626) 844-3866

Beyond the Olive  

Category: Specialty Food
Neighborhood: Pasadena

4.0 star rating
6/15/2011
Great service and very knowledgable owners

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900 Dumaine St
New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 522-7222

Eat  

Categories: Cajun/Creole, Soul Food

3.0 star rating
6/15/2011
Caesar Salad had overpowering cheese.  Service was excellent for a large group (20 people) .  Sweet Potato and Andouille Sausage soup was magnificent. Veal Marsala was dry, deep fried and the limited amount of marsala sauce was on a bed of pasta.  For dessert I had the Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce and it was incredible.  BYOB is a definite plus.

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21 W Colorado Blvd
Pasadena, CA 91105
(626) 683-9193

Victoria's Secret - CLOSED  

Category: Lingerie
Neighborhood: Pasadena

1.0 star rating
3/2/2011 1 Check-in Here
CLOSED Their Doors!  This location has gone out of business.

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Mobile
Los Angeles, CA 90015
(702) 743-1093

Meet 'n Potatoes Truck  

Categories: Caterers, Sandwiches, Food Stands
Neighborhood: Downtown

4.0 star rating
Update - 2/9/2011
The Truck returned today at the front of my office building.  I ordered the Kielbasa Sandwich with the fries on the side (and not in the sandwich) and made it a Combo for $2 more.  The Sandwich and Fries were awesome!

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  • 4.0 star rating
    2/1/2011

    As I was returning to the Office, I saw the Truck parked in front of our building.  Lots of people waiting to order/pick up.  I took that as a good sign.  I went up to the office and put my computer, etc. down and I headed back down the elevator to the street level.  I was only the second person in line to order, while 20 hungry diners awaited their order.  I ordered the Pastrami Sandwich ("Fan Favorite"), with Provolone Cheese, Fresh Cut Fries, Italian Coleslaw and Tomatoes.  The Italian bread was not toasted, but was very fresh.  Now know why "Meet" is spelled that way in the Truck name.  The French Fries were part of the sandwich.  The sandwich was very good and the Fries (I pulled many out of the sandwich) were great!  Prices are $5 for a half sandwich and $8 for a whole sandwich, for $2 more you also get a side of fries and a drink.  Can't go wrong!

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