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 1. Wine Steals

1953 San Elijo Ave
Cardiff By The Sea, CA 92007
(760) 230-2657

Category: Wine Bars

Neighbourhood: Encinitas

5.0 star rating
  7/25/2011

Wine? Win.
Pizza? Win.

The pizza here is just....sinfully good. Get the Pinot Noir pizza. OMGz.

4 words: GET IN MY BELLY.

See ya in hell...cuz I've surely sinned.

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 2. Lei Lounge - CLOSED

4622 Park Blvd
San Diego, CA 92116
(619) 813-2272

Categories: Lounges, American (New)

Neighbourhood: University Heights

3.0 star rating
  7/25/2011

So there I was: chillin' in a Cabana with a firepit in front of me. No roof. I look up in to the sky and see only palm trees in the background. I really tend to forget that I live in San Diego, and then every once in a while - I'll stumble upon a…More »

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 3. JRDN

723 Felspar St
San Diego, CA 92109
(858) 270-5736

Categories: Bars, American (New)

Neighbourhood: Pacific Beach

4.0 star rating
  7/25/2011

Greatly enjoyed my dining experience at JRDN! I bet this would be an amazing place to get dinner around sunset since it is literally on the beach. Gorgeous. Only complaint is that their new menu is quite confusing and hard to decipher though...

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 4. Sansu

4750 S Hagadorn Rd
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 333-1933
5.0 star rating
  7/14/2011

Sansu has THE BEST sushi I've ever had. I went to Tokyo last summer, and left craving Sansu from good ol EL. :)

Their spicy mayo sauce is amazing. You must try it. They make it fresh everyday. It's very grainy and full of flavor, unlike any of that…More »

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 5. Nozomi

3050 Pio Pico Dr
Carlsbad, CA 92008
(760) 434-1230

Categories: Japanese, Asian Fusion

Neighbourhood: Carlsbad

5.0 star rating
  7/13/2011

I am picky about my sushi. Call me a cheater, but I love all non-traditional sushi. [Not to worry, they have the real traditional stuff, too] You know, the Americanized, tempura-ed, spicy mayo-ed, artsy creation yummy goodness that is rarely found…More »

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 6. Poppy

622 Broadway E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 324-1108

Category: American (New)

Neighbourhood: Capitol Hill

4.0 star rating
  7/13/2011

OMG, I died and went to amazing fusion heaven. (Repeating my tip)

Forrealz. This chef knows whats up. Pretty small portions, but a great spin on traditional "thalis" as well as tapas. Delightful fusion of Indian, Morrocan, Mid-eastern spices. People…More »

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 7. Spitzer's Corner

101 Rivington St
New York, NY 10002
(212) 228-0027

Category: Pubs

Neighbourhood: Lower East Side

4.0 star rating
  7/13/2011

Great place to grab a drink. Awesome beer selection, with a cozy vibe. Winter cabin-type feel. Large communal picnic tables.

This place gets pretty busy at night, but an awesome vibe with music in the background and a lively scene. Perfect type of…More »

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 8. George's at the Cove

1250 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 454-4244

Categories: American (New), Lounges

Neighbourhood: La Jolla

4.0 star rating
  7/11/2011

What can I say about George's that hasn't been said?

The view is great. Wait no, the view is AMAZING.
The food is great. Most of their menu is very contemporary-dining.

If you go for lunch - get the Open-faced pita or the Farroh salad. Both are…More »

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 9. La Valencia Hotel

1132 Prospect St
La Jolla, CA 92037
(858) 454-0771

Categories: Hotels, Restaurants, Venues & Event Spaces

Neighbourhood: La Jolla

5.0 star rating
  4/18/2011

This review is for the brunch - I didn't stay at this hotel.

Ocean view + bottomless mimosas + bottomless brunch + chocolate fountain (and a dessert bar) = gluttonous brunch

I'm talking, every kind of gourmet food you can imagine: fresh shrimp, crab,…More »

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 10. Buddha's Belly

205 Broadway
Santa Monica, CA 90401
(310) 458-2500

Categories: Asian Fusion, Chinese, Thai

Neighbourhood: Santa Monica

3.0 star rating
  4/18/2011

Cool vibe. Kind of reminds of me of a "PF Changs-like" aura. Affordable food amidst all of the Santa Monica glam.

I would not recommend the Jacob's Creek Merlot, it was way too watery for my taste.

Tip: try the green tea tiramisu! Unique and abundant…More »

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 11. Narraya

4475 Mission Blvd
San Diego, CA 92109
(858) 490-2245

Category: Thai

Neighbourhood: Pacific Beach

5.0 star rating
  4/18/2011

MUST. HAVE. MORE.

One of the classiest (and delicious) Thai restaurants that I've ever been to! In PB...who woulda thought? The golden decor is extremely elegant, without being gaudy. If you don't love this place, then you simply don't have an…More »

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 12. Rajdhani

18525 Pioneer Blvd
Artesia, CA 90701
(562) 402-9102
5.0 star rating
  4/12/2011

This is one of the best Indian restaurants I've ever dined at in the US. Period. This is not the "glorified" Indian food that is usually seen at restaurants. This is probably what I would at home. The real deal!

Any type of review I write is not going…More »

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 13. Serafina

2043 Eastlake Ave E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 323-0807

Categories: Italian, Bars, Music Venues

Neighbourhood: Eastlake

5.0 star rating
  2/7/2011

Sexy, classy, low-key, & trendy.

Oh, Serafina. You have managed to seduce me with your dim lights, live music, and wide array of wine selection. I have managed to fall in love with you with just one encounter. Regardless of who I was actually here…More »

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 14. Thai Kitchen

2843 E Grand River Ave
East Lansing, MI 48823
(517) 332-8866

Categories: Thai, Chinese

4.0 star rating
  2/6/2011

Thai Kitchen holds a special place in my heart. In reality, this place is a 3.5 rating...but the extra is for four years of entertainment the owner provided us. I have so many fond memories at this wonderful, family owned establishment. It's a local…More »

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 15. Café Habana

17 Prince St
New York, NY 10012
(212) 625-2001

Categories: Cuban, Mexican

Neighbourhood: Nolita

5.0 star rating
  2/6/2011

This little gem in Nolita is always packed with good reason. Everything about my experience here was impressive, and from my point of view: very authentically delicious. They don't bother with typical expensive Manhattan decor, although an extremely…More »

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 16. Poco

33 Ave B
New York, NY 10009
(212) 228-4461

Categories: Tapas Bars, Breakfast & Brunch, Caterers

Neighbourhoods: East Village, Alphabet City

4.0 star rating
  2/6/2011

Great music, great energy, even better food, and EVEN better drinks - what's not to like?

Poco was surprisingly spectacular! Easily has become one of my favorite brunch spots in Manhattan. They have a diverse menu which allows great  options for…More »

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 17. Katsuya

6300 Hollywood Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90028
(323) 871-8777

Categories: Japanese, Asian Fusion, Sushi Bars

Neighbourhood: Hollywood

2.0 star rating
  2/7/2011

2.5 stars, to be exact. But the experience is worth it.

Let me make it easy for you: come here knowing you're not (over)paying for the quality and selection, but for the celebrity sightings. The drinks are pretty good, though.

Once you make peace with…More »

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