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  Tuesday, December 11, 2007
I had a huge 200+ lb package that had to be handled with care for a gallery installation, and Bax was very professional to deal with. I'd recommend them any day.
  Monday, December 17, 2007
I use Basil Tree all the time for functions and events for work. They are always on time, professional, and easy to work with. Most importantly, the food is absolutely incredible! I have people showing up early for meetings just so that they can have first crack at what's available, and they want to know in advance what's being served because it's all so delicious. Fresh, quality ingredients, and it's always excellent. I've never had a bad experience with Basil Tree and would recommend them to anyone. Call and ask if they will provide a free sample lunch for 2, that's how I got hooked. I love, love, love Basil Tree.
  Monday, December 17, 2007
I use Basil Tree all the time for functions and events for work. They are always on time, professional, and easy to work with. Most importantly, the food is absolutely incredible! I have people showing up early for meetings just so that they can have first crack at what's available, and they want to know in advance what's being served because it's all so delicious. Fresh, quality ingredients, and it's always excellent. I've never had a bad experience with Basil Tree and would recommend them to anyone. Call and ask if they will provide a free sample lunch for 2, that's how I got hooked. I love, love, love Basil Tree.
  Monday, December 17, 2007
I use Basil Tree all the time for functions and events for work. They are always on time, professional, and easy to work with. Most importantly, the food is absolutely incredible! I have people showing up early for meetings just so that they can have first crack at what's available, and they want to know in advance what's being served because it's all so delicious. Fresh, quality ingredients, and it's always excellent. I've never had a bad experience with Basil Tree and would recommend them to anyone. Call and ask if they will provide a free sample lunch for 2, that's how I got hooked. I love, love, love Basil Tree.
  Monday, December 17, 2007
When I lived in East Cambridge, this is the place I would frequent the most. They have all the usuals - subs, pizza, etc. However, what really got me coming back were the Portuguese specials. Dinner plates that don't look like much but were really yummy, served with fresh thin fried potato chips instead of fries. When the gravy dribbles on the chips you've got some good eatin'. Bifa sandwiches are fast, cheap, and good. Friday nights they have Polvo - tender octopus simmered in a sauce - that is just to die for.
  Monday, December 17, 2007
Just about every time I go out with my sister (who is vegetarian), we eat here. Steaming hot food served on stainless steel cafeteria-style plates. The only thing I'm not crazy about are their samosas, but everything else is so good that I don't really care. It gets packed, but usually I can find a table upstairs.
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
This is always a great place to go and either chill out with friends to catch up on their lives, or get some work done away from the distractions of home. Solid cup of coffee and an easygoing atmosphere. There's always hip music piping through the place. It's tiny and they get a lot of regulars who've been haunting the place for years.
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
I used to like this place a lot more before they started to ride their reputation. Now they'll put you in a corner and ignore you for an hour because they know they're making big money off of the big group in the middle of the room. They just don't seem to care as much anymore.
  Wednesday, December 19, 2007
I've gone here for someone's birthday, and also to hang out with friends and enjoy the nightlife without getting stuck in a sticky bar. This place is pretty nice, you can sit down at a table (the food is pretty good) then play pool for a few hours. I've always had a good time here.
  Wednesday, December 19, 2007
I found the service here to be most unhelpful. The guy working that day seemed more interested in chatting with a few guys at a small table at the front of the restaurant, and refused to provide me with any kind of menu. I know they have a lot of authentic daily specials (listed on a billboard stuffed out of the way at the entrance), but they made it a point to make me feel so unwelcome that I'll never find out if they're any good or not.
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
This place has a tall reputation in Cambridge, and I don't quite think it's worth the hype. I wanted to go for years, and when I finally went it was so-so. There aren't many cajun/southern style restaurants in the Boston area, and to be honest I wish there were more.
  Wednesday, December 19, 2007
This place has some terribly good pizza and sandwiches. I love this place. Tiny and cozy. Lesbian-run, you won't see a lot of guys hanging around, but that's not a big deal and don't let that stop you from eating here because the food is gooooood.
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Best ice cream in the city hands down. Unique flavors, all handmade. They have special flavors they put up for a limited time, like Chocolate Chili. Their fat-free, sugar-free (yes you are reading that correctly) chocolate is so rich and thick and amazing. It's a little pricey but so worth every penny.
  Wednesday, December 19, 2007
I go here for my quick Chinese fix. It's all standard and very good. They improved things over the years, like remodeling and new menu items. Doesn't look like much of a place but it's great to stop in after you've pounded the street for a while, checking out all the unique shops.
  Wednesday, December 19, 2007
This used to be Sweet Chili, but changed ownership. It's been given a major facelift and now caters to the local hip and trendy diners. Looks like a cross between a nightclub and a restaurant, and they're somewhat family friendly as my son likes to go there for the sushi. He says they don't have the best California Rolls in the area, but he likes the place and enjoys seating by the giant fish tank.
  Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Oh. My. God. This tiny hole in the wall serves up some of the most incredible food. The fish stew is to die for, and the clay pot rice dish is out of this world. I can't say enough good things about this place, but let's keep it on the down-low because I don't ever want it to be so crowded I can't get a seat.
  Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Local chefs buy spices from here, if that gives you any indication of the variety and quality found therein. Lots of exotic spices and things like black salt and dried mushrooms that smell like maple syrup. If you're poring through your french cooking tome, and absolutely must run out and get Grains of Paradise, this is the place to go. Any epicurian/foodie would be in heaven here.
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Bartley's is always crowded, and you have to squeeze your way in. Condiment trays on the table keep you supplied in ketchup, onions and pickles. The onion rings are great, made with a thin batter instead of that heavy cakey junk. I can't say so much about the fries, they're okay. Great shakes. The burgers are thick and juicy and there's a menu with something like 30 different burgers. There's a reason why this is a landmark!
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Pretty much all they serve are BBQ lamb and sausage($5 to $10), and pizza (around $10). Big wads of meat on giant skewers. This pizza has a soft, thick crust and when it comes out to your table it will look all red, because the cheese melts right into the sauce. Not as much cheese as I like, but it's still a very good pie and I ate it all up. The atmosphere is home-grown. Locals talk about their bets at the bar, and you could easily sit back and chat with the person next to you for a while. Table seating is available, and the 'waitress' may be a crusty old guy as easily as it might be a young woman. Friendly and attentive staff. You can't get the BBQ for take-out, so keep that in mind when you're ordering out.
Thursday, December 20, 2007
I am so in love with this place. The owners are a husband/wife team, and are always very kind. Even if I haven't been there for a year they still remember me. I'm a sucker for their spiced raw beef dish, it's always so fresh and delicious. If you enjoy anything remotely exotic, this will knock your socks off.
  Thursday, December 20, 2007
Not the best Mexican I've had in my life, but the place has great atmosphere and margaritas. I went here on a first date with my boyfriend and got smashed on the Margaritas...which had a lot to do with our first kiss not too long after. :)
  Thursday, December 20, 2007
During the day, you'll be up to your neck in kids and may need a life raft to wade through the sea of toddlers. They earned their merit when they first opened up as a family-friendly bistro. Truly amazing food and their breakfasts are incredible. A little pricey, but with a nice play area in the corner, drinks served in sippy cups, buckets of toys to bring to the table, staff that isn't bothered by the screams, nice decor, then top it all off with great food and you have something brilliant. In the evenings, lights are turned low, wine is served, and this family haven turns into a romantic restaurant. How do they do that? The Full Moon is in a class of its own.
Thursday, December 20, 2007
This place is one of the local standbys, and will be very busy on a weekend morning, especially the church crowd. Solid American fare with some Jewish classics in the mix. Good place for the family, especially that elderly aunt.
Thursday, December 20, 2007
Hot steaming Ramen served up a variety of ways. Soy- or Miso- based, and you can order extra noodles or pork. I don't know if there is any other place in Boston like it. I adore authentic Ramen. When you watch anime, what does everyone love to eat? Naruto Uzumaki can eat 10 bowls of this stuff! Real otaku come to Sapporo so that they can feel like the characters in Japan. Classic, filling, delicious.
  Thursday, December 20, 2007
Great little shop with a lot of good stuff for the size. Onigiri to grab and go, magazines with plenty of Engrish such as Men's Egg (nothing to do with eggs), and Japanese coffee served in cans, in the warmer.
  Sunday, January 13, 2008
I went to go see the Dalai Lama here years ago. This place is huge and was able to accommodate a massive amount of people. I still remember it clearly, it was simple and elegant.
  Monday, January 14, 2008
I've used Service Point for management and maintenance of large format plotters, and they did a great job supervising and creating a manageable system. Highly recommended.
  Sunday, November 09, 2008
They don't have the greatest selection of skates, I found it hard to get a good fit. You also have to remember to tell the person at the counter if you want hockey skates rather than figure skates. Sunday afternoons they have a DJ playing cheesy music, and the atmosphere is fun and safe. I liked it, but will get my own skates before I go back.
  Tuesday, February 19, 2008
I love this place even more than Rosie's Bakery. If I need a cake this is where to get the most devilish yet elegant cake. Beautiful pies, crusty breads, yummy everything! It's a special treat to go here, and there's always a line because they're so popular. My son goes rabid over their chocolate baked goods, I can't leave without buying him some little gem.
  Sunday, November 09, 2008
This place is fabulous! The most amazing selection of large size shoes, which is perfect for tall ladies with big feet, crossdressers, or big burly men who just like to wear dainty shoes at home. Well known for professional dance shoes and wear, as well as thigh-high boots for the alternative lifestyle. You'd never guess this place was so cool.
  Sunday, November 09, 2008
On Patriot's Day in April, the Sox play a game at 11:05am, although the gates to Fenway open an hour prior. It’s the only home date of the year when the gates don’t open their customary two hours prior to first pitch. Kenmore Square is hopping throughout the day, and when the game is out you'll be just in time to see the Marathon leaders pass the famous Citgo Sign.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I love Ruth's Chris! My man and I go here for our special dates, and everything about this place is just superb! If you like meat, you will love this. We always get the porterhouse for two, which is served on a sizzling plate of butter and has such variety in the cut you want to just keep eating. Some bites are more savory, others melt in your mouth more. Yum! Forget about your diet when you walk in, because this food is meant to be savored and enjoyed. The waitstaff know how to be attentive without being annoying, and the wine is always excellent.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
This restaurant is phenomenal! I went here one year for Valentine's Day for their special multi-course meal, and was totally blown away by both the food and the professional staff. Very romantic, if on the stuffy side, but well worth the effort if you want to have one of the most impressive dinners of your life.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
My sister introduced me to Sorella's, and we absolutely love this place! The crowd is as diverse as you can imagine, from families to hung-over hipsters that come here for fresh, feel-good food. I guarantee you've never had an omelette like they make here. Which reminds me, I need to go back there again soon.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
Nice garage, well attended, very close to the Common, Theater District and Park Street. The rates are distinctly higher on the weekends and evenings, so be prepared to shell out at least $20 to park during those times.
  Sunday, November 09, 2008
Tom Perron really gives a great massage! You feel like you're in capable hands right from the start. I had a back strain, and Tom helped iron out a lot of the pain. He also found muscles I didn't even know I had! Amazing and worth every penny. It's less than I'd pay through my insurance, and he offers a discount too.
  Sunday, November 09, 2008
I went here on a whim and loved it! The ladies who work here have the best sense of humor, they will chat and joke around and make you feel good.
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
This is really a good place to get your BBQ fix. Lots of hot sauces at the condiment table to load up on depending on your taste. A good sized portion for the meals, I usually take a lot home for lunch the next day. Not the best brisket, but pretty good and satisfying nonetheless.
  Sunday, November 09, 2008
An unassuming place amongst a plethora of shops with names like 'Inside', 'Porch', and other annoying manifestations of the pseudo-riche. I love Arlington, but often the town gets too full of itself. This tiny spot makes you feel like you're in a neighborhood again.
  Sunday, November 09, 2008
Great place to stop with the kids or friends for a casual burger and fries, served hot, fresh and yummy. Their main thing is the burgers, but they do carry other foods on the menu. I just never get them.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
This place is known locally for its pizza. Crispy crust, soft on the inside, and great ingredients. Whenever I wanted a good pizza this was the place to go.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I like how this place is so chill. I've always been very happy with the food as well. If you want something quick and filling to take with you on the go, I recommend the steak quesadilla, it's yum!
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I love Tibetan dumplings! This place is really good, and if you're in the mood for something different I'm sure you'll like it. Comfort foods, asian-style.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
Oh greasy pizza, burgers, and all things fried. They do serve salads and all that, but when it's the junk food you're a-cravin, especially late at night, you must come here. The after-bar crowd fills this place up on a Friday or Saturday night. The perfect ending for a night of debauchery, or even after a night of nobody thinking you're very sexy after all.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
After having Dun Dun noodles here, I can't bear to get them anywhere else. They're so good!
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I don't know about you, but I REALLY like Cinderella's. Large portions, great pasta, etc. Such a huge menu, you're going to want to eat too much. I've liked everything ordered from here.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
Believe it or not, my vegetarian sister even loves this place. She usually gets appetizers, which are all delicious. So happily I can get my meat when we go out. It's so tasty here, and your plate gets piled high. I go crazy for their corn pudding, too.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I had the veggie dogs here, and found them to be passable. Not out of this world, not somewhere to take my friends, but good enough to eat when hungry. On the upside, they have a huge list of choices. Check out the additional menu on the wall to the right of the register, don't just rely on the list above the counter. There are so many varieties of dog, you will have a hard time choosing. That being said, after tasting the dog I decided that I could make something just as good at home.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
Wow, just wow. From the outside, you'd think it would be a really funky place, but the decor inside is very old-fashioned with lacy curtains and tiny tables. The food is out of this world! I can not recommend this place enough.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
Not bad, just your basic grub. The thing I like about Applebee's is that they have a Weight Watcher's menu, so I can order a dinner without worrying about the calories.
Wednesday, July 09, 2008
I love the Highland Cafe! Cranky waitresses, well-worn seats, old tables, horse racing on the TV. It's old-school metro Boston at its best. They dish up a good, reasonably priced breakfast too. If you get the nacho appetizer, prepare for it to be a meal. You won't go hungry here.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I love how this place is decorated, it's very nostalgic for train fans. They serve half-plates of dinners on week days, if you're not ready to eat a whole one. The chili is on the sweet side, if you like sweet chili. It was good, just not what I expected. I was expecting more because this place is long on charm, just the food doesn't really match up.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
Decent pizza, kind of like Papa Gino's with a soft puffy crust, only with more toppings, especially the veggie pizza.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I love this place! Great German beer and food, they make an effort to keep eats on the upscale side, even if the environment is casual. The only negative was that the waiter wasn't very conversant in the language of beer. He was great with the food, but didn't have any suggestions for the beer (I love it darker than dark and stouter than stout.) I ended up with something great without his help.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
Great spot for gay men and their fag hag pets, I mean friends. Lots of luscious, delicious, beautiful men. Bumping, grinding, half-dressed men.
  Sunday, November 09, 2008
Be careful when they say that something is hot, it will set your ass on fire! I love spicy food, and every year around Halloween they have Hell Night, famous to chili-heads across the country as the biggest challenge to one's heat tolerance.
  Sunday, November 09, 2008
This place is so ridiculous, packed with chowdaheads on the town. The drinks are good and the food is big and greasy. The menu is absolutely huge, with nothing healthy in sight. Great for a binge, for the hungry masses, and for pregnant women.
  Sunday, November 09, 2008
The seafood here is amazing! Everything is so fresh, hot, and steaming. Not quite on par with the Clam Box in Ipswich, but pretty close, and better than anywhere else in Boston.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
Amazing chocolate drinks, hot or cold. Rich, dense, decadent, life-loving.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
You definitely come here for the atmosphere. For fish, I'd rather go to the No Name Restaurant, but if I want to swing with a summer crowd, this is more the place to be.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I love Minado! You will leave so stuffed, there is so much good food and an amazing selection of vegetables, hot and cold noodles, fish and meat, some raw and others not. A ton of sushi and desserts as well. Come hungry.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I love Betty's! I went here with my sister and had a blast. Hip atmosphere and yummy drinks, we stayed for a long time and our waitress even sat down to laugh with us for a little bit. They all really enjoy working there and you can tell. Hip and funky, with seriously yummy food. I thought ordering was going to be complicated, but it wasn't at all and the staff can make suggestions.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
The only reason why I'm not giving it 5 stars is because the collards weren't very good at all and the mac and cheese could have been better (although you forget about this when you dip the cheesy pasta into the rib sauce). That being said, everything else was wonderful! I love their cornbread (so soft and yummy) and the jerk chicken has just enough spice.
The approach to ribs is a savory one, you won't be bowled over by a thick spicy sauce. Instead, you should think of it as a smoky, mildly spicy gravy. Don't come expecting the kind of BBQ you buy at the supermarket. This is some real soul food, you can tell there's a lot of love in it. You'll be smacking your lips and craving some more the very next day. Some of the best ribs in town because of it. It's for real when you have to go to a near-abandoned lot in Roxbury/Dorchester to get your BBQ. You'll dream about the Rib Man and the ribs he cooks up.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
Gourmet it ain't, but you'll sure as heck leave happy. Honest diner fare at reasonable prices, and they won't rush you out of there.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I tried the Texas rib sampler for lunch, and I must say it was a good deal. You also get a free appetizer with your lunch, a nice little bonus. The ribs weren't as dry as I might have expected of a texas type, but they were hearty with a sauce on the side to die for. You can get the sauce mild or spicy, and the spicy will satisfy any chili-head. You little girls can keep the mild. I like it hot, lava hot, and this sauce did deliver with a rich, deep, traditional BBQ flavor. The side dishes left a lot to be desired. Watery, out-of-the-box style mac and cheese and a sweet potato biscuit that could pass for a dog biscuit. However my salad was good, because the dressing was very unusual but not overpowering. My boyfriend had the pulled pork sandwich that he said was good, but it didn't look as drippy as I like it. I would have asked for some sauce to drench that mofo. Don't worry about getting messy - a roll of paper towels is stationed at every table. They also offer ice cream for dessert to cool you down a bit, if you think you need it.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
This place does not disappoint. My man is into model railroading, and when I got him a gift certificate to this place he was so happy! It's also fun for hobbyists - we use some of the scenery modeling supplies to make landscapes for Warhammer games. Or great to create an epic battle scene from scratch for your Star Wars figures. Not like I ever did that.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
This place is huge with a giant collection of all kinds of comics and graphic novels of all genres.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
There's nothing really great about this place, but it's not bad either. The pho isn't amazing, but not bad... same w/ the spring rolls. The ambience is crap, but the service is decent. Pricing - typical. Just like any other restaurant of its type out there. If you need your Pho, come here for a decent bowl. Good, cheap, filling food.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
They don't have as much Warhammer or board games as I'd like, but all in all it's a fairly decent cross section of models and hobbies.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
This is a really fun place to take anybody and everybody. The staff are very helpful and attentive, and the food is interesting and delicious. I took my vegan mother, vegetarian sister, picky son, and meat eating boyfriend here one day. Everybody was very happy and had a great time. Who knew that such a place could exist? The traditional dinner comes with a vegetable plate so you're likely to feel as though you ate quite healthy no matter how much you eat here. The dessert is made with barley and adzuki beans, very unusual and tasty.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
My only gripe about this place is that there aren't a whole lot of choices for meals here, such a short menu, and some of the vegetable entrees spend time in the microwave. The pizzas are very filling, even if they don't look like a lot. Very hippie atmosphere and so casual you can wear your jammies. I was expecting much better, but would come back for pizza in a pinch.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
It's a bit pricey, but fun enough that you don't mind so much. Plus, you can keep filling up on food until you burst. They also have desserts, but by the time you're done with making your own dinner combinations, I can't see how anyone could still eat cake. My advice is not to fill up on one thing too quickly. Take small bits and portions, because it's more fun to eat 7 or 8 combinations of food rather than just 1 or 2. Cool items like cilantro, red onions, blue cheese, bacon, shrimp, squid, sausage, pickles, plus like 10 kinds of sauces.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
Very unusual gift items here. Geeky, asian, goofy, useful, useless, all that kind of stuff. The most unique wrapping paper and cards you will ever find in the city. This is where I come if I want to buy the kind of wrapping to make a tasteful and artistic impression.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
Interesting selection of gourmet and international items. Get some European candy, champagne mustard, or some other specialty item. Interestingly enough, you can buy little snacks made out of insects. This place is worth checking out.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
This looks like a nothing little spot and you'll easily pass it by. However, the food is top notch, and even the wraps get a quick grill to make them extra tasty and are great for on the go. I've always been happy with what I get here, and the plates are enough for 2 meals.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I'd like this place a whole lot more if it wasn't so pricey. You get kind of a small burrito for what you pay. That being said, their burritos and smoothies are really good, especially on a hot day. There's a lot of seating and even 2-3 cushy chairs back in the corner if you need to chill out before heading back outside.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I love the fitness facilities here, the only thing that would make them better would be more TV's because I get bored out of my skull on the elliptical. All I have to say is thank heaven for my iPod. Some of the bike machines have monitors attached so that it's like you're in a video game while you cycle. I like how they provide towels and locks, so much less for me to carry back and forth. Nobody has an attitude here, it's pretty relaxed.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I got pizza and chicken wings here and the food was OFF THE HOOK. It was buffalo chicken, and they give you blue cheese sauce on the side so you can drizzle it on the pie. Greasy and tasty and oh so good.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I went on this whale watch and had such a great time! If you go during a cloudy/miserable day, you will see more whales.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I arrived here one day and it was too late to have a sandwich, but I had a vegetable salad that was really quite good. Crisp vegetables, nothing soggy, and the dressing didn't weigh any of it down. I'd definitely eat that again.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I had the mojito sorbet, which was overly sweet and perhaps overly minty. It was unusual, in that it had the strong flavor of mint rind. I had tasted the tequila sunrise as well as the margarita, and they were both good albiet too sweet as well. There were some interesting flavors listed on the board for ice creams, like sweet potato. My sorbet wasn't as good as I'd hoped, but it unique enough that I'm willing to come back and try something different next time.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
They have a good selection of board games here and a very knowledgeable staff. I asked about an old game that I didn't think they could tell me anything about, and they were able to tell me right away that it's been out of print. Fair supply of Warhammer items and stuff for all ages.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
This place is really cool. They let you take a book off the stacks to the cafe to read, and you can hang out as long as you like. Tons of unusual magazines as well.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I went here for a free wine tasting today, and needless to day it wasn't exceptional. Three wines to choose from, and the girl at the counter was measuring out thimblefuls. I tried to engage a little conversation about the wines, but she wasn't very interested. Otherwise a very user-friendly store for people who don't know too much about wine. Everything has its own flavor-category and you can pick and choose from a fair selection.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I went to see the Witches Cottage show here and it was really good. Some of the other attractions scared my son too much, age 11. This was perfect with cool light effects and only about 20 minutes long.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I had a salad here that was good but strange. The bowl was made out of pizza dough, while yummy was a bit tough. I suppose that's a good thing because then the salad dressing won't drench and demolish it. The lettuce was warm, but the other veggies in the salad were cold. This created a very unusual sensation but I didn't mind too much. I wasn't really planning to order it in the future, but today I'm craving that salad again. Go figure.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I wouldn't hang out here because it's loud - the bubble tea machines are constantly churning and the tables are wobbly. Not like it's a big deal, tons of places to sit outside nearby which is great on a nice day. I love bubble tea and they have many nice varieties.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I went here for Restaurant Week and had some pretty good food. The dessert and cocktails were the best part of it. Peach tart with buttermilk ice cream, yum! It wasn't too sweet and the peaches still had a little toothiness to them, which is perfect in my book. I don't like soggy, overly sweet desserts.
The appetizer wasn't as good. I got the salmon tartare, which had some sort of seed mixed in (looked like mustard seeds but didn't really taste like anything.) This gave it an odd texture. It was served over cucumbers which, oddly enough, overpowered the dish. I couldn't taste the salmon.
Lamb was the main course, served with fingerling potatoes and perfectly cooked beans. I enjoyed this very much, but even so the best part was still the dessert.
The service as extremely attentive. I came alone and it didn't feel so much like I was by myself, as the wait staff were constantly fussing over me.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
I went here for Restaurant Week and it was a very good deal! The fondue was out of this world, and the waiter was very attentive. The location is unusual, I've walked/driven past it more times than I can count but never even knew it was there. Very understated, but once you step inside it's cozy. Nice enough to bring a date or family without being overdone. The wine list is intimidating, but the first two pages are filled with Wines of the Week, which are reasonably priced and include good descriptions. I was able to pick a nice wine this way. You can also check out the wine list in advance online and do some research, if you wanted to impress a date with your wine knowledge.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
This may sound lame but I really love Target. They have a lot of the basics, and it's nice stuff not junk. Best price for kids clothes of consistent quality. My son plays hard and the clothes usually hold up. Women's clothes are very good for work and not trashy looking. There aren't a whole lot of options to people without cars in the immediate area without going all the way to the Galleria, so it's nice to have this here.
Sunday, November 09, 2008
Solid pie, big slices that are more like 2 slices anywhere else.