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Coupeville WA

Rest of Washington, United States, Washington, West Coast, Whidbey Island Right on Penn Cove: Front Street Grill. It's a very busy place...a sign that the food has to be good! They have at least a dozen different preparations of mussels and clams in addition to cioppino. The green curry and saffron mussels

Montreal

Canada, Outside the United States Vietnamese-Laotian fusion: Restaurant HÀ. Originally Vietnamese in focus but with a second Chef taking the helm, they brought a Laotian mix.  In the Old City and don't be concerned if it takes a few minutes to find it. Food was fresh and

San Francisco

San Francisco, United States, West Coast Japantown Korean: Daeho Kalbijjim & Beef Soup. One of several locations, primarily in the Bay Area but, note a location near Seattle just across the lake in Bellevue. Story is that the family entered the restaurant business in 1957 in Incheon, South

Seattle

Previous post, Seattle Metro, U Village, United States, University District, Washington, West Coast Multiple locations of this Vietnamese restaurant: Ba Bar. The menu is the same as the Capitol Hill location and is described as Vietnamese street food. It isn't as extensive as your typical Vietnamese menu but has the typical bún and phó

Philadelphia

East Coast, Philadelphia, United States Dinner for 20 in the Old City: Panorama Wine Bar. Usually don't post when dining with a group but we were able to choose our main course. I'd describe the cuisine as classic Italian with a twist. The Tiaramisu says it

Galapagos

Outside the United States, South America All about marine iguanas but: Eloise Restaurant. Local food sustainably obtained with a focus on local seafood. Spanish influenced fusion cuisine. Started with one of the best Old Fashions I've ever had and downed the rest with a a sauvignon blanc from

Seattle

    The Truck: El Camión. There are several locations and we have visited the one located in a parking lot near Home Depot in north Seattle and we now have one...

    Philadelphia

      Old City: FARMiCiA. Another option for a locally sourced meal with a lively atmosphere. This was a group dinner but there were several selections from the regular menu which makes...

      Philadelphia

        It’s on everyone’s list: Zahav. I’ve tried several times to get a reservation here but they are hard to come by. Visited as part of a larger group but this...
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        Philadelphia

          Another good Philly option: Helm. This is a small place north of the old city in the Olde Kensington area. I’ve seen it described as French but it is decidedly...
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          Philadelphia

            BYOB source: Pinot Boutique. In the Old City and sells locally sourced wines so don’t go looking for that French Bordeaux. Interesting wines from the area with tasings available. Somewhat...
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            Chicago

              Passing through: Chili’s Too. Needed a quick bite and it had been a while since I last visited. Located in the B Concourse at O’Hare and near my outbound gate...

              Seattle

                Vegan ice cream: Frankie & Jo’s. One of three locations, this one is on lower Capitol Hill. The shop is small and lines form at times so you may have...

                Seattle

                  Neapolitan style pizza: Veraci. One of several locations in Seattle…..including a mobile unit usually seen at the Ballard Market….with branches in Spokane and Bend OR. Their claim to fame is...

                  Seattle

                    Beer with a twist: No Anchor. Focus is on beer…and variations on that theme. It’s a relatively small bar in the Belltown area that has developed a big reputation, not...
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                    La Conner WA

                      Looking for a bite after the tulip fields: The Oyster and Thistle. Located a bit off the beaten path on the Sound, there are a number of options in the...
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                      Squamish/Whistler BC

                        Breakfast anyone: Fuel + Forest. Problem with this place isn’t the food…it is very good…..but finding it. The address takes you to a large building with a number of retail shops...
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                        Squamish/Whistler BC

                          Chocolate: XOCO. Artisanal chocolates made with real passion by a mother and son team. The space is small but the offerings are numerous and as best I could tell….nothing here...
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                          Squamish/Whistler BC

                            Room with a view: Sea to Sky Eatery. If you’re here, it’s worth a try if you need a bite to eat. Typical menu with soups, burgers and crepes. If...
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                            Seattle

                              Extraordinary dining experience: Harvest Beat. As you know, I’m basically a carnivore but when given the opportunity to experience truly great food, I’ll give it a try. Such is the...
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                              Orlando

                                Looking for espresso with local knowledge: Noir Cafe. A small place in the downtown area that serves good espresso and lattes. They also have a selection of baked goods and...
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                                Orlando

                                  Local knowledge always helps: Le Gourmet Break. A nice breakfast spot in downtown Orlando…..I think it may be the first time I’ve been downtown in this city of Parks and...
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