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There are many restaurants that do a very traditional treatment of meat called Shabu Shabu, but no one does what Osawa does with such finesse. They combine a small sushi bar with a Shabu Shabu bar all under the same … Continue reading →

My first trip to this lovely bungalow restaurant was earlier in the year, things have changed a bit, but the vibe is still fun and frivolous. The customers next to me said, this place has the best drinks in all … Continue reading →

When you think of Pasadena you think of the Rose Bowl and the Rose Parade. Most Angeleno’s would not think of taking a staycation in their backyards, well I am here to convince you that this is a great place … Continue reading →

What I liked most about this neighborhood deli is the fact they made everything from scratch and genuinely care about the outcome of their menu. They seem to listen to their customers and want everything perfect…they have done their job … Continue reading →

With so many restaurants trying to do fusion, it’s remarkable how many of them fail. Zengo however will never miss the mark. Their take on Latin/Asian inspired cuisine will make you sit up and take notice. A lot of what … Continue reading →

This stellar place is part of the Busalacchi restaurant group; they own and operate 6 other Italian style establishments. I hope I get invited to all of them in the near future. Vince the son of owner Frank Busalacchi, has … Continue reading →

What started out as a family business back in Santa Barbara, has lured David Petrini right back into the fold. David moved all over the place trying to realize his dream and somehow San Diego is where it all came … Continue reading →

Location, location, location. What this boutique lacks in space it fully makes up for it in the fact that it is in the most fun section of San Diego, Little Italy. The San Diego Italy Cultural Center is right across … Continue reading →

Urban Bar & Grill is part of the “Dining on 5th” restaurant group that also has 3 other restaurants on 5th Ave. in The Gaslamp Quarter. Chianti, La Fiesta, Ocean Room. Hopefully I will be invited to come back and … Continue reading →

I am going to have to come back and try the food, so this review will be short and sweet. There is so much activity happening in the Gaslamp Quarter, nite clubs, live music, comedy, and things in between. But … Continue reading →