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1. Alinea
Chicago, IL 60614
(312) 867-0110
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Lincoln Park
It's no coincidence that Alinea has three michelin stars and is the number one restaurant in America.
I came here after two long months of anticipation. We had a reservation at 9:30 so we finished our meal around 12:45.
Service at first was kind of…More »
2. Schwa
Chicago, IL 60622
(773) 252-1466
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhood: Wicker Park
Schwa was an unforgettable experience.
A few months out from a trip to Chicago, I read a couple of restaurant reviews and was intrigued by how hard reservations at Schwa were to come by. I kept calling for two days straight and got no calls. The next…More »
3. Animal
Los Angeles, CA 90048
(323) 782-9225
Categories:
American (New),
Steakhouses
Neighbourhoods: Mid-City West, West Hollywood
The best meal I've had in 2012 so far.
After many many months of waiting to go to Animal, I finally had the opportunity to go this past Thursday.
Since I had never been and wanted to sample as many things as possible, we decided to split ten dishes…More »
4. flour + water
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 826-7000
I'll say 4.5 stars for now.
I am shocked to say this but Flour + Water lived up to the hype!
I came here on a Friday evening just before they were about to open. Luckily I snagged a seat at their communal table and ordered a bunch of food.
Order as…More »
5. The Playground
This place definitely deserves 5 stars.
Went to the Playground last night during in my opinion the best menu yet. Wild boar belly poutine, crispy veal sweetbreads, death row meal course two (chicken liver mousse, veal marrow and bentons bacon fat),…More »
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12/3/2011
For being open only a week, I was thoroughly impressed with the Playground.
After perusing through… Read more »
6. Mama D's Italian Kitchen
Probably my favorite italian in Orange County. Have been here many times since my first review and I'm yet to have a less than great experience. Service is always perfect and the food is always on point. My favorite combo is a pepperoni pizza with…More »
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10/18/2009
Service is impeccable. The bread to start off is very good. Anything with the pink sauce will be a… Read more »
7. Humphry Slocombe Ice Cream
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 550-6971
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: Mission
Came to Humphry after eating some tacos at La Taqueria down the street. I have heard so much about the Secret Breakfast Ice Cream, I just knew I had to order it.
Prices are very reasonable and one scoop in a waffle cone is just the right amount. The…More »
8. The Beach House
This place is special. It has the best view anywhere, especially dinner here watching the sunset? Are you kidding me?! The appetizers and the salads are very good. There entrees are also delicious. The pork tenderloin and the filet mignon are my two…More »
9. Tony's Pizza Napoletana
San Francisco, CA 94133
(415) 835-9888
Tony's isn't just the best pizza in the city, but it may be the best pizza I've ever had!
This restaurant is the ideal pizza place for me. Different types of pizzas, ovens, flour and toppings.
The salads were delicious to start with as were the wings.
…More »
10. Mil Jugos
The first time I came here I had a cold and the food still tasted phenomenal. I came back today and got the pabellon arepa and a pork cachapa. Both were really good, but the arepa was one of the greatest things I've ever consumed. And with the…More »
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7/20/2010
Awesome place. Went here today for the first time after seeing so many good reviews. This place did… Read more »
11. Fire Sign Cafe
Tahoe City, CA 96145
(530) 583-0871
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Breakfast & Brunch
One of my favorite places for breakfast anywhere! If your feeling healthy get the buckwheat pancakes with bananas! HOLY!! There veggie potatoes are delicious and there homemade coffee cakes and muffins are divine. Whenever I come to Tahoe, this is…More »
12. NOPA
San Francisco, CA 94117
(415) 864-8643
Categories:
American (New),
Modern European
Neighbourhood: Western Addition/NOPA
Nopa is one of my favorite restaurants in SF.
The place itself is beautiful, the food is simple, but so flavorful and the service is top notch.
Things I've Tried:
Crostini with beets and goat cheese- very delicious, everything combined = party in your…More »
13. Strickland's Ice Cream
Best Ice Cream in Orange County. Try any of their milkshakes because they are all insane. My favorite ice creams are the Pumpkin and the Banana. The best things i've ever had!
14. XOCO
XOCO does not mess around.
Sure the line is long, but they are quick and the whole seating system works.
Came here and ordered a lot of food because I was hungry and everything sounded great.
Jugo del dia- Papaya lime juice. Amazing
Aztec hot chocolate-…More »
15. Kountry Kitchen
Why am i reviewing this place again? Probably because it is my favorite breakfast place on the planet. Listen to me! Go in there, order the sampler with two banana pancakes, bacon and papaya. ALSO! Make sure you get an order of cornbread or two or…More »
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10/18/2009
Definately Favorite place for breakfast on the island. Can't go wrong with banana or macadamia nut… Read more »
16. The Squeeze Inn
One of the best burgers I've ever had. I have seen so many shows and blogs about the burger at squeeze inn and it lived up to the hype. I ordered the squeeze cheese with bacon and avocado. Folded the cheese back under the bun to get the crunchy to…More »
17. Mitchell's Ice Cream
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 648-2300
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: Noe Valley
This place is amazing. Compared to bi rite, I think its much better. Larger portions, creamier and just perfect. Got the grasshopper pie and the dulce de leche. Some of the best ice cream I've ever had. Went really late at night and there was still…More »
18. El Toro Bravo Tortilleria
One of my favorite mexican places in orange county. Always fresh and always delicious. Carnitas are always a good choice as is the carne asada. Can't complain anything really except for the line, but that just means this place rocks. I just wish…More »
19. Redd
Redd is damn good.
I came here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon and was lucky enough to get a spot on the patio. I was eating at Ad Hoc later that evening, so I decided to get a few small plates that wouldn't fill me up. Well that didn't workout so…More »
20. Lotus of Siam
Las Vegas, NV 89104
(702) 735-3033
Category:
Thai
Neighbourhoods: Eastside, Downtown
Easily the best Thai food I've ever had.
Came here on a Friday night and the place was getting pretty crowded, even though it was only 5:30. We sat down and ordered a few beers, then took a look at the extensive menu.
We decided to order family style.…More »
21. Chicken Maison
Wow so good. One of my favorite foods is lebanese food and trust me I've had a lot of it. And this place may not be the fanciest, but its damn good.
Decided on the spicy lemon basil chicken, side salad and hummus. I can eat a lot, and this was a lot…More »
22. Ad Hoc
I came into Ad Hoc with exceedingly high expectations, and the dinner did not disappoint one bit.
A few weeks before I came to Ad Hoc, I checked out the daily menu every day to maybe sample what I was in for.
The day before I was super nervous as to…More »
23. Studio Restaurant
I came to the Montage two days ago for my 21st birthday. I decided on Studio because I've heard that it is the best restaurant in Orange County. Supposedly studio has an amazing view, but the night I was there, it was pouring.
The restaurant itself…More »
24. Longman & Eagle
This is what all Gastropubs should aspire to be.
Yah the wait was long, quoted 2 hours?!? But we ended up waiting about an hour and fifteen and it was worth it.
Ordered a shit load of food because I eat a lot and was real hungry.
Started with:
Pork Belly…More »
25. 25 Degrees
Seriously one of my favorite burgers. Went last night for my second time and it was even better than the first. Got the number 3 with jalapeno bacon and I believe it was the perfect burger. The service was also really good and we got our food super…More »
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4/24/2010
WOW. I have heard the hype and this place didn't disappoint. Went today for lunch, it wasn't crowded… Read more »
26. Kokonuts Shave Ice & Snacks
Honolulu, HI 96825
(808) 396-8809
Categories:
Candy Stores,
Desserts,
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: Hawaii Kai
Probably the best shaved ice I've ever had. Got strawberry and pineapple with vanilla ice cream. The syrups were not overly sweet, just right. The vanilla ice cream added another level of flavor. This place has set the standard for great hawaiian…More »
27. Taqueria Carniceria Tapatia
Ever since discovering this place a few months ago, I have realized that this is one of the best mexican places in orange county. I have had literally everything on the menu and I was feeling generous today so I'm going to tell you the best things to…More »
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5/27/2010
This place really hit the spot. Got the carnitas burrito, lengua and asada tacos. Everything was… Read more »
28. Ike's Place
Hands down the best sandwich I have ever had. Had to wait about 30 minutes in the pouring rain and It was well worth it. Got the jim rome and it was excellent. Can't wait to come back and try all of them!
29. Anthony's Cookies
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 655-9834
This place is awesome. No frills about it, just milk and cookies. And let me tell you, Anthony's cookies are damn good. Decided on a dozen cookies and let me tell you, it was a hard choice. My favorites of the bunch was obviously the cookies and…More »
30. Girl & the Goat
Chicago, IL 60607
(312) 492-6262
Category:
American (New)
Neighbourhoods: Near West Side, West Loop
Believe the hype.
Place is awesome, service was great and the food was insane.
Started with the bread with bacon and banana butter with honeycomb and wheat bread. Nuff said.
Squash Ravioli- Deliciously rich and savory. Great vegetarian option.
Chickpea…More »
31. Hot Doug's
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 279-9550
Holy hell I had no idea that a Hot Dog could be so damn good.
Waited probably 40 minutes on a Thursday.
Doug took our order and he couldn't have been more welcoming and appreciative of the business.
Ordered "The Dog" which is the standard chicago dog…More »
32. Ronald's Donuts
AMAZING. Vegan donuts? You practically lose weight while eating these bad boys! Well, probably not, but they were super good and they didn't make you feel like crap after eating them. I went with the cinnamon twist, the apple fritter and a glazed…More »
33. Kuma's Corner
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 604-8769
Good God Kumas is one of the best burgers I have ever had.
Walked in and sat at the bar on a Tuesday afternoon. Ordered a few beers and the lair of minotaur and also an order of the mac and cheese.
Only had to wait a few minutes for the food, then it…More »
34. Duane's Ono-Char Burger
Man this place is amazing! I miss this place soo much and I can't wait to go back. Burgers are all good and the fries are too. And the MARIONBERRY shake is probably the best Milkshake i've ever had so don't miss that
35. Burgers
I don't know how you do not give this place 5 stars. I've been coming here since i was a little kid and it still is one of the best burgers i've ever had. Its always good and always hits the spot whether your coming directly from the slopes or coming…More »
36. Ikeda's California Country Market
This place is a must stop for anyone heading up to tahoe. Yes, the burgers and fries are good. But the things that keep me coming back are the pies and cobblers a la mode and their milkshakes. Marionberry and Banana are my favorite milkshakes and…More »
37. Pizzeria Mozza
Came back to Mozza for my third time and it was better than ever! Wanted to try some new stuff, so my brother and I decided to go all out. Started off with Nancy's chopped salad. Light dressing, delicious tomatoes and great cheese. Definitely getting…More »
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2/5/2010
Well, I was up here for the day and I have read so much about Mozza so I had to try. Started off… Read more »
38. Café Medina
Vancouver, BC V6B 2L3
Canada
(604) 879-3114
Category:
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Downtown
Thanks to Yelp, Medina made my Olympic experience THAT much better. I've had read about the waffles so I knew i had to try them. Everyone in my group started off with a waffle and a dipping sauce. I opted for the milk chocolate lavender and It was…More »
39. Vij's Rangoli
Vancouver, BC V6H 1L1
Canada
(604) 736-5711
Category:
Indian
Neighbourhoods: Fairview Slopes, South Granville
I was in Vancouver for the first time for the olympics and this place was highly recommended to me. I have heard that this is one of Elton John's favorite restaurants so I knew i had to try it. I rarely eat indian food, so we just told the waitress…More »
40. Maoz
London W1D 6HG
UK
+44 20 7851 1586
Categories:
Fast Food & Takeaways,
Vegetarian
Neighbourhood: Soho
Well, lets just say Maoz was my first falafel experience. My brother introduced it to me and I am extremely glad he did. I just wish there was one where I live in the states. I became addicted to this place and went almost everyday I was in Europe.…More »
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Yelping SinceSeptember 2009
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