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1. Yelp Eats 2009
Five three-course experiences, ranging from 2.5 stars all the way to 5! Funny how the venue I had the highest expectations for (Digestif) ranked the lowest, and the highest rating went to that (Coup des Tartes) I hadn't even planned on trying!
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8/20/2009
Saturday, July 25: My Fifth Yelp Eats Dinner
I've wanted to try Digestif since it first opened; thus,… Read more »
2. Aj's Purveyor of Fine Foods
Chandler, AZ 85226
(480) 705-0011
Categories:
Specialty Food,
Grocery,
Beer, Wine & Spirits,
Florists
I really should stop watching Food Network's "Cupcake Wars" on DVR while I'm running on the treadmill... After many weeks of craving cupcakes, I finally relented and made a quick stop at AJ's to see if the boulangerie had cupcakes for sale. I found…More »
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12/27/2008
I used to visit AJ's only for the sweets (Joseph Schmidt's truffles, gourmet chocolates,… Read more »
3. Bloom - CLOSED
5/29/10
4 stars!
Took Mom here for dinner. It was her first visit, and since I've never tried the calamari app here, we had to order it. (Have I mentioned that she loves calamari?) I also ordered the Day scallops and Forbidden rice. The calamari,…More »
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1/22/2010
12/08/09
Came in to have more of the asparagus bruschetta during happy hour (can't complain about the… Read more »
4. Culinary Dropout
08/25 and 12/16
Happy hour on 8/25 consisted of a glass of the white wine cooler ($4) and the daily special of a prosciutto platter ($7 or $8), both off of the HH menu. The ice-cold wine cooler, made fresh-to-order right in front of me, went down…More »
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6/21/2010
4/11/10
I've eaten here twice already, and I love this place! Easily five stars, but a few things… Read more »
5. Grand Lux Cafe
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 949-7800
Categories:
American (New),
Desserts,
American (Traditional)
12/29/09
(Disclaimer: Originally a four-star, but had to take one down. Details below.)
Checked in for another happy hour (HH)! This time, I thought I'd try the Tuesday daily drink special, a Mango Sling ($5), along w/ a glass of red ($6 and up).…More »
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9/6/2008
I love happy hour here! Just like Alton Brown, I'm only here for the food :)
On my second visit for… Read more »
6. Haus Murphy's
10/01
Had dinner with a group of yelp friends. Thanks to Jim W. for organizing yet another fun event! The weather was perfect and made for a relaxing dinner out in the patio.
For dinner, I ordered the Krakauer Wurst, a spicy beef and pork sausage…More »
7. L'academie Restaurant
Arrived early to ask the host questions regarding my food allergies, and to my dismay, most of the seafood dishes were off-limits due to shrimp stock inclusion in the cream sauces. Since this is a culinary institute, the staff cannot stray from the…More »
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11/13/2008
Wow! I don't know why I haven't been back; the food I had here was so flavorful! But I am getting… Read more »
8. Lang Van Vietnamese
06/20/10
(Not so) fresh in Charlotte (we took the red-eye flight in), Mom and I were driven here by my sister and her son straight from the airport for some good Vietnamese fare. She's been here before with coworkers, so she knew we'd enjoy the food…More »
9. Matt's Big Breakfast
12/10/09
Finally had the chance to take Mom in to enjoy breakfast at MBB! I tried taking her here once, but the line out the door was ridiculous; Even today there was a bit of a wait, and it wouldn't have been so taxing if it weren't so cold! (We…More »
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10/1/2009
9/17
Ordered the Hog and Chick http://www.yelp.com/bi... "two eggs and a skillet-seared pork chop."… Read more »
10. Mayflower Seafood Restaurant
Had dinner here with the whole clan Friday night, 4/24. Lovely water fountain display at the entrance, where you'll find the line for seating on the left and the line for checkout on your right. It was very busy, but the manager was very patient…More »
11. My Big Fat Greek Restaurant
It sang to us its beautiful lullaby before we spotted it- a lovely waterfall at the restaurant's entrance! It was a little chilly that evening and I had a feeling that Mamang wouldn't be open to dining al fresco, but I asked for patio seating. When…More »
12. Orange Table
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
(480) 424-6819
Categories:
Breakfast & Brunch,
American (Traditional)
I've dined here three times, and each time was met with extremely slow service, which is disappointing as I've enjoyed the omelette, sandwich, and burger that I've tried here.
I like the atmosphere... somewhat eclectic with the paint colors, the…More »
13. Pita Jungle
Chandler, AZ 85224
(480) 855-3232
Categories:
Mediterranean,
Vegetarian,
American (New)
I've been eating here for years since moving to AZ in '03, although it's been at least a year since I've visited this PJ location. The hummus served here is one of the three best I've tried in the area (the other two were Sabuddy's (RIP) and Persian…More »
14. The Capital Grille
9/22
Came to try their Restaurant Week menu, and sat at one of the tables at the bar section of the restaurant. I liked its subdued and quaint atmosphere; however, the smooth jazz music's volume was turned up significantly as the afternoon turned…More »
15. The Good Egg
8/06
Breakfast special- turkey wrap with country potatoes. Service was a little slow; If I wasn't in a hurry to leave and make it to work on time, the wait wouldn't have been so terrible. However, once I placed my order in, I swear, it didn't take…More »
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3/26/2009
Don't know why I haven't reviewed this place till now... I've had good pancake breakfasts here… Read more »
16. Wildflower Bread Company
11/17/10
And yet, another WBC update- this time it's regarding the "Thanksgiving" sandwich, which was basically oven-roasted turkey, sage stuffing, and cranberry jam on delicious whole-grain bread. Had the opportunity to try bite-sized samples at a…More »
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7/24/2010
5/20/10
It has been years since I first tried the Roasted Sweet Potato (fig confit, mozz, arugula,… Read more »
17. The Main Ingredient Ale House And Café
03/12/10
Four stars for the food and atmosphere, but I deducted a star for the service. I was to meet a couple of friends for happy hour here, but I arrived almost two hours before they did. (He was waiting to get off work and had to swing by to…More »
18. Wildflower Bread Company
4/7/10
Have I mentioned how I love the cranberry scones at Wildflower Bread Co.?? They're very moist and studded with gorgeous dried cranberries... My favorite part to eat, being a crunchy food-lover, is the super-flaky, caramelized crust!
The only…More »
19. Quiessence Restaurant
It was a beautiful morning, slightly chilly still, but it was sunny and I had a sweater on, so I elected to dine in the patio. I'd already perused through the menu online, and when I saw that the menu had not changed, I knew I'd have the Power…More »
20. Zada Jane's Corner Cafe
Charlotte, NC 28205
(704) 332-3663
Categories:
American (New),
Breakfast & Brunch
Neighbourhood: Plaza Midwood
Had my sis, who is a local resident, take Mom, my nephew, and me here for our last meal in Charlotte on 4/28. Sis has never eaten here and was surprised that such a place existed.
Nice atmosphere. Slow and impatient service (and I didn't even…More »
21. Havana Cafe
Yelp Eats Week 2011 (50% off!), Take 4:
07/16/11
Arrived before a friend did, was seated at a two-top, and I was handed a dinner menu. Had to ask for the Yelp Eats menu (oddity #1 as all the other restaurants I've visited since the start of it all had…More »
22. Blue Coyote Cafe
12/21/10
Came in w/ Mom and a coworker, and we sat at the counter. We've heard that select sushi rolls were 1/2 off during happy hour (3p-7p) Mondays through Fridays, but we saw nothing on the short menu that we wanted to try. I decided to order the…More »
23. Teddy's Bigger Burgers
06/27/11
4.5 stars! Not bad for a diner-style burger joint! I'd have given 5 stars if they also offered sweet potato fries.
For our last meal together in Honolulu, I treated my friend and her son to a burger and the special-of-the-day peanut butter…More »
24. Championship Dining Experience for Elites at Don & Charlie's
Thank you, Lindsey, Yelp, and Don & Charlie's for setting up such a fun event for us!
The staff, particularly Stephanie, was in top form and very accommodating. The food was superb (!), beginning w/ the wine; apps [bread basket (soft multi-grain and…More »
25. Tryst Cafe
Phoenix, AZ 85050
(480) 585-7978
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Breakfast & Brunch,
Cafes
03/06/12
My first breakfast at Tryst, and I cannot wait to go back! (Especially since Tryst offers organic and local produce-- just say no to GMOs!)
Arrived at 1pm and had only 45 minutes to spare-- good thing I already checked out the menu online and…More »
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2/21/2012
Was here for happy hour once before with Mom- I'll have to search for the photos and add that review… Read more »
Recently updated lists from Aileen B.
My go-to breakfast venues in the valley! (18)It's no secret that breakfast is my favorite meal of the day. When I'm on my best behavior, my first meal of the day certainly breaks the fast that my body goes on a daily basis between the meal of the previous day, sleep, exercise, AND a refreshing shower (12 to 16 hours!), and it goes w/out saying that I take breakfast SERIOUSLY. On the special days I actually have the extra time to have my first meal somewhere other than at home, here are a few valley spots I like to go to and get my "fast" fix!Music accompaniment: I Love Paris: 18 Sensuous French Classics. |
"If you are what you eat, in my case I'll be sweet!" (87)... so come and get some!Props to Mr. A-Z for penning those lyrics-- so sexy and inviting, and they definitely apply to this list! Here are some of the best sweets (whether they be desserts, salads w/ fruits and candied nuts, breakfasts, shakes, or sweet potato fries!) I've had in recent years... |
My Fast Food! (31)No- these aren't your typical fast-food chain places. These are places I normally go when I don't have much time to relax and enjoy the atmosphere (not to say that these places aren't pretty- most are!), or perhaps the money to splurge on great service, as well as great food. Many of these restaurants have obliged me w/ taking my order on the phone so that I may have less time to wait for it at the table! And it's nice to know that I can get good-quality food fast here w/o losing good service. |
Java Jivin' in the Phoenix valley (26)Just as the Ink Spots sang in "Java Jive," their 1940 hit, "I love coffee, I love tea. I love the Java Jive and it loves me!" Here are a few local spots where I've enjoyed a few caffeinated shots.As you peruse this list, have a listen at this fun version. Enjoy! :) http://www.youtube.com... |
My Neighborhood I (Laveen, AZ) (25)As you might have noticed, I am willing to drive in my never-ending quest for good eats and entertainment. Here are four- and five-star "local" spots near me (w/in 16 miles). |
Bruschetta, brushetta, to-may-to, to-mah-to... (8)Personally, I like pronunciating it w/ the "sk" sound- makes me feel like I can speak Eye-talian, capiche? Here are places that do these hor d'oeuvres justice! Enjoy! |
Ooh... Ahh... Ooh... Ahh (43)They say "that's the sound of the men working on the chain gang." Well, I could certainly relate to those men, as I almost always feel that way, too, when I eat at chain restaurants! So I try to stay away, and often go to places that allow me to sub ingredients I can't eat. The following chains, however, have been easier than most to work w/, which is why I think they deserve to be on a list! (If nothing else, I have found some foods worthy of the pain that comes after! Haha!) |
Cocktails! (38)Moonlit nights or not, here's a list of places I've enjoyed having cocktails at! |
Come w/ Me On a Magic Carpet Ride! (24)Where I like to go for mediterranean fare, here in the Phoenix valley and elsewhere! |
Go, fish! (9)A short list of where I've been very pleasantly surprised to find great seafood. |
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