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Going the Distance
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1. Chez Panisse Restaurant
Berkeley, CA 94709
(510) 548-5525
Categories:
American (New),
French
Neighbourhoods: Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley
As a visitor to San Francisco from Boston, I've noticed that San Francisco folks are extremely sensitive to hype.
It's almost as though people in SF are attempting to show via their behavior that they are the opposite of LA, which runs on hype. If…More »
2. Momofuku Noodle Bar
Going to Momofuku Noodle Bar seems to be, for a particular kind of food fan, the equivalent of traveling to Mecca these days. Are you into minimalism? Multiculturalism? Magazines published by Dave Eggers? Made-from-scratch DIY foodstuffs?…More »
3. Drake Hotel
Toronto, ON M6J 1J3
Canada
(416) 531-5042
Came here with the significant other for a fun getaway from the States, and loved everything about it: the neighborhood (gritty but friendly, and full of great bars and restaurants), the aesthetic (quirky but comfortable rooms), the staff…More »
4. Crane Beach
Crane Beach in Ipswich, MA, is an oasis for urban dwellers less than an hour outside of Boston. From North Station, we took the Newburyport line to the Ipswich station, where a the $1 "Essex Explorer" bus took us through the picturesque downtown…More »
5. Singing Beach
Singing Beach is one of only a few beaches you can reach by pubilc transportation, but it is still spotless, quaint and family-oriented. Step off the Rockport line in Manchester-By-The-Sea and grab your beach supplies at the small shop nearby, then…More »
6. Snug Harbor Fish Company
After a lovely day on Duxbury Beach, my friend and I headed out along Washington Street to find Snug Harbor Fish Co., where she remembered having some killer stuffed quahogs years ago.
They were amazing, especially at under $5 each - although…More »
7. Franconia Notch State Park
Franconia, NH 03580
(603) 823-9513
There are many perks to city livin' - like having a small carbon footprint, and being able to obtain banana bread and Chai at will - but easy access to nature ain't one of 'em. Sometimes, you have to get out of town.
I've now traveled to Franconia…More »
8. Chestnut Hill Reservoir
Chestnut Hill Reservoir, at the end of the C-line on the MBTA Green Line (Cleveland Circle stop), is a great T-accessible greenspace destination for dog-walking, biking, strolling and even fishing. We have lived only a mile away or so on Beacon…More »
9. Cheers
Boston, MA 02108
(617) 227-9605
Categories:
Bars,
Restaurants
Neighbourhood: Beacon Hill
I worked here for a while, so if you are headed there with out-of-towners (despite the admittedly poor food quality), here's a quick user's guide:
1) Get the straight-up burger, or if you're a vegetarian, get the veggie burger. They are the most…More »
10. Shooting Star Saloon
This place has it all: a haunted jukebox, a stuffed Saint Bernard head on the wall, heart-stopping burgers, super-sweet bar staff, a cheap pool table, and pitchers of delicious beer. It only gets better if you combine a stop here with a hike down…More »
11. Wat Mongkolratanaram
Berkeley, CA 94703
(510) 849-3419
Categories:
Thai,
Buddhist Temples
Neighbourhood: South Berkeley
One of the more memorable eating experiences I've had. On a beautiful Berkeley day, there's no better place to go for a healthy, heart-warming Thai meal than this beautiful temple in the middle of a residential neighborhood.
After you grab your…More »
12. Shake Shack
New York, NY 10010
(212) 889-6600
Categories:
Burgers,
Food Stands
Neighbourhood: Flatiron
Lunchtime in winter. I realize my hotel is just up the street from the infamous burger and shake shack. Having come from snowy Buffalo that morning in the middle of January, I have absolutely no need for anything frozen in my life, but I just can't…More »
13. Blue Bottle Coffee Co
Happiness is stepping out into the California sun with a New Orleans iced coffee from Blue Bottle in your hand. Cold-brewed and steeped overnight with chicory and a touch of sugar, then served on ice with a splash of milk, this Blue Bottle specialty…More »
14. Humphry Slocombe Ice Cream
San Francisco, CA 94110
(415) 550-6971
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhood: Mission
It's appropriate that this ice cream parlor lists its daily flavors on Warhol-esque cans. If San Francisco is a world-class gallery, showcasing all the ways in which food can be presented as art, Humphry Slocombe Ice Cream has earned its…More »
15. Firefly Cupcakes
Cupcakes and designer coffee are two much-maligned topics these days. The fact that some people stand in line for hours for red velvet, spend thousands of dollars for machines to make their daily brew, and obsess over subtle levels of moistness and…More »
16. The Mulberry Italian Restaurant
When Julie C invited me out to the Mulberry, I no idea what to expect. But since the Mulberry has apparently claimed the domains "WorldFamousLasagna.com" and "http://WorldFamousMeat...," I had an inkling. (I specifically avoided watching the episode…More »
17. Elm Street Bakery
I've eaten hundreds of breakfast sandwiches in my life, and so, probably, have you. Breakfast sandwiches are, for me, the thing that makes the world go round. I've had this meal in every possible combination, I think. Fried eggs, scrambled eggs,…More »
Recently updated lists from Ryan W.
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Best-Kept Secrets (But Not On Yelp!) (11)Life is a treasure hunt, and these spots (with their hidden entrances, misleading exteriors, and out-of-the-way locations) are the best booty. Luckily, yelpers love to eat/drink/kiss and tell! |
Learn New Things in 2012! (10)Places in B-lo where you can pick up new skills and knowledge, even after school's out. |
Pleasant Surprises (15)Don't let the looks fool ya. You're in for a treat at these unassuming places! |
Comfort Food (15)It may not be good for your bod, but it's good for your soul :) |
No gluten? No probem! (2)Where to take your gluten-free homies. |
Good for Groups (54)Bring the whole fam damily! Or work group, or birthday party. (You might still wanna make a reservation, though.) |
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Yelping SinceJuly 2006
Things I LoveAsian food, bakeries, books, my boyfriend, chai, chocolate, cooking, the desert, diners, my dog, exploring, kimchi, live music, long drives, mountains, old people, reading, snuggles, writing, YELP
Find Me Ina coffeeshop, looking for an outlet and free wi-fi
When I'm Not Yelping...I'm thinking about fun parties to throw for my beloved B-lo Yelpers.
Why You Should Read My ReviewsI'm the Buffalo community manager for Yelp. It's my job to know what's what!
My Second Favourite Website The Last Great Book I ReadPatti Smith's "Just Kids"
My Favourite MovieAlmost Famous, Big Night
My Last Meal On EarthDuxbury oysters, Blue Monk poutine, homemade kimchi, and lots of chocolate
Don't Tell Anyone Else But......I ate the last cookie.
Most Recent DiscoveryLarkinville! So much coolness in store for this little Buffalo 'hood that could.
Current CrushMy boyfriend. I know, gross.