My uncle JD, a life long Chicagoan, gave us a tour of Chicago a few years ago while we were there and for lunch one day he took us all to famous Al’s #1 Italian Beef. Stepping inside was like stepping back in time where the ambiance and food is exactly the same as it…
Category: Restaurant Reviews
Reviews of local restaurants
The Kitchen Restaurant, Sacramento Ca
What’s to say that hasn’t already been posted a thousand times already about The Kitchen Restaurant? Simply put, this place is the best. Everything is top notch. It’s spendy but well worth it. Dinning at The Kitchen is equally all about great fresh ingredients, expert preparation, and outstanding entertaining service. The Kitchen Restaurant 2225 Hurley…
Chinese Food in Folsom, Part 1 – T2 Yan
T2 Yan is a nice Chinese restaurant located in the city of Folsom on Riley Street at the Walmart shopping area in one of the outlying buildings. The ambiance is very cool and has a tropical Chinese theme to it with subdued lighting that makes for a nice dining experience. In addition to the good…
10 Barrel Brewery, Bend Oregon
Next time you’re in Bend Oregon, stop by 10 Barrel Bewery and try their great beers and food. More to follow.
Folsom Palace, a new healthier Chinese restaurant opens in Folsom
A great new Chines restaurant recently opened in Folsom near Kinkos and Wendy’s on Riley St. We tried them out last week and were pleasantly surprised with really great service and outstanding food. What sets the restaurant apart from others is their commitment to healthier Chinese food with fresh ingredients and less oils and salt….
The Habit Burger Grill Opens in Folsom
Visited The Habit Burger Grill yesterday – they had a soft opening on Saturday July 7th from 12-2 and 5-7, and all the food was free for customers which was very nice. Needless to say there was a large line out the door but it went fast which means the staff here really knows how…
Water Grill in Los Angeles
I had the extreme pleasure of dining at the Water Grill in Los Angeles on company business while in Southern California this past week. The ambiance, service and food were absolutely fantastic. The best way to describe this restaurant is to refer to their website which offers the following definition and industry reviews. Water Grill is…
Blue Nami in Folsom
My wife and I enjoy good sushi and we’ve been many times to a variety of the local sushi restaurants in Folsom. Recently a new sushi place opened in the new Palladio Mall in Folsom, called Blue Nami. I hadn’t had a chance to try them out yet when recently my good friend Tom told…
Prix Fixe at Back Wine Bar and Bistro
Back Bistro, 25075 Blue Ravine Rd. #160, Folsom Last week my better half, Mrs Burrell, and I tried out the new Prix Fixe Tuesday menu at Back Wine Bar and Bistro and we had a great time enjoying some very delicious culinary creations. Every thing we had was perfection, we highly recommend trying Back Wine Bar…
Sinfully Delicious Burger
The “Cootie Burger” with Chili Cheese Fries served at Samuel Horne’s Tavern in old town Folsom on Sutter Street. I must confess, this is one of my all time favorite burger and chili cheese fries combos, I know it is bad as far as cholesterol, fat, sodium and all that goes. However, the great taste, the…
Spud Point Crab Company at Bodega Bay
Spud Point Crab Company, Bodega Bay While on a recent trip to Bodega Bay we decided to check out this tiny restaurant on the bay called the Spud Point Crab Company that we had read about on Yelp, figured it was worth a try. According to their website: Spud Point Crab Company, which opened its…
Smash Burger in Folsom
The NorCal Burger with fries Last year a Northern California burger joint opened in Folsom on E. Bidwell Blvd. Smash Burger was highly anticipated as a restaurant that makes burgers really well and has some unique combinations of ingredients. I was also told they also have very good shakes made with Dryer’s ice cream. I…
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