California, Must Visit, San Francisco, United States, West Coast
San Francisco
New Southern cuisine in SFO: Prelude. Had to give this place a try and it's unique twist on Southern cuisine. Chef's grandmother hailed from Alabama...now you're talking! Modern and comfortable space. Can choose from a Chef's menu or ala carte. Must haves Seattle Metro, U Village, United States, University District, Washington, West Coast
Seattle
University Village: Joey Kitchen. This is a chain of restaurants out of Vancouver BC that serves a mix of Asian fusion, PNW, burgers, and steaks in a very nice upscale space. Service is always very good. Give the Korean fried cauliflower a East Coast, Philadelphia, United States
Philadelphia
Dinner for 20: P. J. Clarke's. Usually don't recommend group dinners but if I'm allowed to choose from the menu then it's fair game in my mind. That was the case for this restaurant in the Old City. The chowder was good Seattle Metro, U Village, United States, University District, Washington, West Coast
Seattle
French bakery in the U District: The French Guys. Very nice addition to the food offerings at U Village. Expect typical French pastries...croissant, pain au chocolat, kouign amann, quiche lorraine...and French breads...it's really a French bakery! Arrive early for the best selections. Northgate, Seattle Metro, United States, West Coast
Seattle
Multiple Metro locations: Kizuki Ramen and Izakaya. Have visited the Northgate and Bellevue locations which are two of the four in the metro area. It's a national chain with other locations in Western Washington and several other states. It's a busy place Seattle Metro, U Village, United States, University District, Washington, West Coast
Seattle
New spot for a well known Washington winery: DeLille En Ville. Been looking forward to the opening since I discovered the next step for this space at U Village about a year or so ago. So, when I was informed of
One of many bakeries: Sandholt. Upcale, light and airy space with too many choices! Breads, pastries, coffee, espresso and a larder as well. Eat in or takeaway. @sandholtreykjavik Visit website...
Try this place for happy hour or dinner: Frank’s Oyster House. One of a 2 restaurants owned by the same family this one is a bar and oyster house. Convenient...
Dinner for 15: Via Tribunali. I usually find it more difficult to fully experience a restaurant with a larger group. However, we had several pizzas from the wood fired oven...
For biscuit fans: Seattle Biscuit Company. First met these guys when all they had was a truck. Now they have a brick and mortar place in Fremont (Frelard area). They...
A must visit in Munich: Dallmayr Delicatessen. A Deli…like no other, with restaurants and bar which date from 1700. It has been in this location since 1870. Where to start?...
Find this place: Klimenti’s Restaurant. Tucked away near the Deutsches Museum it offers Mediterranean cuisine with a modern twist so if you are looking for a break from the wurst...
Beer garden: Görreshof Wirtshaus. Recommended by a friend, this restaurant is in the Josephsplatz area so it’s not in the usual tourist areas downtown. Classic menu of Bavarian dishes including...
Seattle Malasadas: General Porpoise. There are several locations of this very popular spot for doughnuts…..better described as malasadas….the Portuguese variety of doughnut. Very nice open space to enjoy your choices!...
A slice of the Caribbean: Bongos Cafe. This place has been on my radar for some time and I finally got a chance to visit. Describing it as laid back...
Another unexpected find: Wild Mountain. This is another example of an unexpected dining experience in a small town. It’s about an hour drive from Victoria BC and more than well...
Wait till you taste what’s inside: Wind Cries Mary. In the downtown core on an unassuming corner but once inside you’ll know this is a special place. The plates are...
Relaxed fine dining downtown: Revelry. A bit of a hidden jem just off Main Street they have a small indoor dining area and a large outdoor space which makes it...