Category Archives: Restaurant Reviews

Lincoln Heights: Perfecto Mexican Breakfast at El Huarachito

Posted on August 16, 2010 by

Disclaimer: This picture is awful, but it looks much more appetizing in person. You might as well know right now, I didn’t get a huarache. Yes, I know, this place is called the El Huarachito, but I was craving Mexican … Continue reading →

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Los Feliz: Lamb Burgers & Luscious Desserts at Desert Rose

Posted on August 2, 2010 by

I’d only been to Desert Rose once before, and just for drinks, so I was excited when I got an invitation to try it out for lunch. I’d heard good things about their Mediterranean menu and remembered their big patio, … Continue reading →

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Echo Park’s Xoia Vietnamese Eats: A Work in Progress

Posted on July 23, 2010 by

Xoia, Echo Park’s new Vietnamese joint, opened to a lot of fanfare last month. So much buzz was to be expected, considering the interesting back story and promise of an exciting new concept—Vietnamese food with Mexican flair (i.e. pho tacos) … Continue reading →

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Italian Home Cooking Downtown: Colori Kitchen

Posted on July 20, 2010 by

A block away from the pandemonium of Bottega Louie is the cozy and casual Colori Kitchen. Though I’m a fan of both restaurants, when I’m in the mood for Italian and Downtown, I tend to opt for the more accessible … Continue reading →

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Eagle Rock’s Lemongrass: Pho You Can Count on

Posted on July 9, 2010 by

It’s not easy for Pho-loving Eastsiders to satisfy their desires. Sure, you can head out to San Gabriel Valley for the phenomenal stuff, but that’s not always practical. There are a few options closer by—Gingergrass, Pho Café, Blue Hen and … Continue reading →

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Avoid the Malo Scene. Go for Bueno Brunch.

Posted on June 30, 2010 by

I’ve always liked Malo, but I really don’t like the crowd it has been attracting. Sounds snobby, I know, but the last time I was there on a Thursday night, I had to endure a table of loud/flashy/drunk executive types, … Continue reading →

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Pre-Theater Dining Downtown: The Laxy Ox Canteen Keeps Getting Better

Posted on June 16, 2010 by

Just last weekend, we hit up The Lazy Ox Canteen before going to see the weirdly fantastic play 1951-2006 at the Los Angeles Theatre Center. This was the first time I’ve ever eaten by sunlight at The Lazy Ox because … Continue reading →

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New and Not Boring in Eagle Rock: Four Cafe

Posted on May 25, 2010 by

Should we discuss this gorgeous thing, first? I think so. It’s a blood orange upside down cake, and it’s just what you need if you’re part of the underserved population that’s not into super-sweet desserts. The slightly dense texture of … Continue reading →

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Fresh Mexican in Eagle Rock: 7 Mares and Veggie Tacos at Señor Fish

Posted on May 8, 2010 by

Señor Fish gets it right. With handful of locations, they’ve carved out a necessary niche in Mexican Food.  They offer the standards, but they use fresh produce and high-quality ingredients, so it’s a lot less grubby and a lot more … Continue reading →

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You Don’t Have to Get the Burger at The York

Posted on April 27, 2010 by

The York in Highland Park has one of the best burgers in LA, hands down. It’s lavished in spicy mayo, pickled onions and cheddar, all of which equal gastro-masterpiece. Especially if you have the guts to get it medium-rare. The … Continue reading →

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