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The Best of The Best (Over 5 Stars)
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1. Beaker & Flask
Portland, OR 97214
(503) 235-8180
Categories:
Lounges,
American (New)
Neighbourhoods: Industrial District, Southeast Portland, Central Eastside, Buckman
Someday I'll learn that I've got to stop sleeping on places like this.
Beaker & Flask might just rival Teardrop in cocktail creations. To top that off, they're about $2 cheaper and not in the Pearl (which I know is a huge selling point for many in…More »
2. Andina
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 228-9535
Categories:
Tapas Bars,
Gluten-Free,
Peruvian
Neighbourhood: Pearl District
I could sit here and wax poetic about the four AMAZING small plates we had this evening and the incredible wine to compliment it all, but I'm not gonna.
325 people have said this place is le merde. It's time for you to stop reading the reviews and…More »
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7/17/2009
Andina is absolutely fucking supurb. This place deserves 10 stars. That's all you need to know. Just… Read more »
3. Aquariva
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 802-5850
Categories:
Italian,
Venues & Event Spaces
Neighbourhoods: Southwest Portland, South Portland
I think I've got a new favorite restaurant.
Yeah, totally sure about that.
And I didn't even get to see the river because it was too dark. So I guess that will be like... the sixth star whenever I can come back in the daylight hours.
Aquariva is pretty…More »
4. BevMo
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 461-6230
Categories:
Beer, Wine & Spirits,
Tobacco Shops
Neighbourhood: La Mesa
Attention California Residents:
Please, please, please please. Never, never, never take for granted how amazing your state's laws regarding alcohol are. You'll never realize how good you had it until you move to a state that frowns on hard alcohol…More »
5. Citlalli
Oh my god. Citlalli doesn't have any reviews? I get to be first!?!?! I feel like I should save this for one of those milestone reviews.. you know... like 1000 or something. By then, though, some bastard will have swooped all over it so I've got to…More »
6. Thai Tom
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 548-9548
Category:
Thai
Neighbourhood: University District
Thai Tom is the best Thai on the West Coast. It cannot be challenged. If you think it can, book a flight here to learn the error of your ways.
Exactly one year later from the time of review, this place still beats the ass of all other Thai…More »
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5/7/2009
I was planning on finishing all my Vancouver, BC reviews before getting to this but since Seattle's… Read more »
7. Heavenly Donuts
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 283-4141
Category:
Donuts
Neighbourhoods: North Portland, Kenton
After nearly three years of dealing with the tourists, the hipsters, the freaks, the beggars, the drunks, the tools, the skanks and the ridiculous prices at a certain doughnut chain downtown, Heavenly Donuts is a godsend.
Every doughnut was awesome,…More »
8. Salumi Artisan Cured Meats
Seattle, WA 98104
(206) 621-8772
Categories:
Italian,
Delis,
Meat Shops
Neighbourhood: Pioneer Square
This is the 364th review to tell you that this place kicks ass. Kicks. Ass.
Amazing meats. A-mazing.
Try the mole.
Try the sopressata.
Try the finocchiona.
Try the regular salami.
Put it on a sandwich with awesome cheese.
Wash it down with a Peroni (Italy…More »
9. Harney Sushi
Five stars? Absolutely. Without a doubt this is some of the best sushi I've ever had.
But damn if it isn't expensive. The fish quality is off the charts but I venture to say the pricing may have a little more to do with the location in Old Town than…More »
10. The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel
Located deep within The Banff National Park, the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel is without a doubt the nicest hotel I have ever (and probably will ever) stay in. It's absolutely gorgeous inside and out. Check out the pictures and you'll see what I…More »
11. Thai Flavor
Finding a Thai restaurant that serves jungle curry is harder than finding a taco shop that pumps out Flautas. Much harder.
I found out tonight that Thai Flavor makes some incredible jungle curry.
1 Previous Review: Show all »
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11/16/2009
I know it's bold, but I've got to do it. This is -the best- thai I have -ever- had, anywhere, ever.… Read more »
12. Sushi Bistro
Who knew that initial thoughts of, "Wow. That's out of place in The Mission" were quickly replaced by, "Wow. That was some of the best sushi I've had in The City, perhaps anywhere."
My all time favorite sushi spot is Harney in the Old Town…More »
13. Albatross & Ivy
San Diego, CA 92101
Neighbourhood: Banker's Hill
There are parts of this city that tourists see. Sea World. The Zoo. Legoland. The beach.
There are parts of this city the tourists who look closer see. Balboa Park. The Hotel Del. Mt. Soledad.
Then there are parts of the city only known by locals and…More »
14. Sammy's Flowers
Portland, OR 97210
(503) 222-9759
Category:
Florists
Neighbourhoods: Alphabet District, Northwest
I've only been to a few flower shops in my relatively short life. They tend to run together. I'd be lying if I said Sammy's was dramatically different than most places I've gone (they've all got flowers...right?) BUT it is different enough to be…More »
15. Chai's Thai Restaurant
It was here, in Minneapolis that I had the best Thai dish I've experienced in months. Holy shit.
It was a special, but a special that has been mentioned numerous times in prior reviews so perhaps the special is more of a staple than they lead on.
It…More »
16. The Hop & Vine
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 954-3322
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Wine Bars
Neighbourhoods: North Portland, Overlook
The Hop & Vine recently came into the rotation of businesses I hear about often but never try. "So where's this one? Another bar blending into the already too cluttered streets of South East Portland? Let me guess, it's on Division next to a million…More »
17. J Café
Portland, OR 97232
(503) 230-9599
Categories:
Coffee & Tea,
Sandwiches,
Bagels
Neighbourhoods: Northeast Portland, Broadway District, Lloyd District
In case you've been wondering, this place still kicks ass.
3 Previous Reviews: Show all »
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9/2/2009
Third update for the same business, same star count. You're tired of reading by now, I'm sure.
As you… Read more »
18. Pearl Specialty Market & Spirits
Portland, OR 97209
(503) 477-8604
Categories:
Beer, Wine & Spirits,
Tobacco Shops
Neighbourhood: Pearl District
Say what you want about the Pearl, this liquor store kicks ass. (And reading through the Pearl hater reviews for this place is hilarious.)
I happen to hate the OLCC and anyone who supports their bullshit regulation.
I don't particularly like to point…More »
19. Oklahoma Joe's BBQ & Catering
I'm new to the phenomenon of love surrounding Anthony Bourdain. I've never paid a gram of attention to this guy but suddenly I'm hearing his name everywhere. That simple fact lead me to instantly believe he may be a bit over hyped, so when I arrived…More »
20. The Butchart Gardens
Brentwood Bay, BC V8M 1J8
Canada
(250) 652-4422
Categories:
Parks,
Botanical Gardens
Admission used to be $7 per person. ....back in 1998. How things change.
After our dollar takes a plunge off the bailout plan it'll be more like $30 USD's per person. Bummer.
I was in 8th grade when I went, a ripe 14 years old. I've never been amazed…More »
21. Pizza Oasis
Just a note: "The Oasis Cafe" which serves Pizza on Hawthorne is IN NO WAY related to Pizza Oasis.
It's not the same company.
It's not the same owner.
It's not the same at all.
Carry on.
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2/16/2008
For as much as I rant and rave about this place, I've never honored it with a decent review. Hell, I… Read more »
22. Quality Burrito
Finally!
My friend Joe who some may know as "Taco" who works behind the bar at Tube in Portland is one of the masterminds behind Quality Burrito and helped to get it started nearly 10 years ago if not more. Once he mentioned he had a stake in it, I've…More »
23. The Brick
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 421-1634
Categories:
American (Traditional),
Music Venues
Neighbourhoods: Crossroads, Greater Downtown
A visit to this bar came at the recommendation of an awesome bartender at Garozzo's named Margo. Local opinion is always best.
Inside The Brick the interior design feels like a mix of the 50's diner in
Pulp Fiction, a tattoo parlor, something out of…More »
24. Brioni Clothing
I'm not sure if "Woohoo! As good as it gets!" could ever have meant more.
If I were a rich man (like real rich) my entire wardrobe from birth to death would be Brioni and Brioni only. Where many other designers opt for flashy, Brioni keeps it muted,…More »
25. South Beach
South Beach is pretty similar to the beach areas in my hometown (San Diego, CA) but the -complete- polar opposite of where I live now (Portland, OR). And I think that's why I love the hell out of it. No hipsters, no militant green-police, no…More »
26. Gator Park Airboat Tours
There are two listings for Gator Park. This is the right one. If you bookmark the other and use the Yelp App to find directions, it's going to take you to nearly downtown Miami where there are definitely NOT any patches of sawgrass or alligators to…More »
27. Golden Gate Bridge
I'd say no trip to San Francisco is complete without a visit to the Golden Gate Bridge but that would be blasphemy I couldn't back up. In 2004 I unassumingly I followed a Thomas Brothers map right over the bridge without realizing I was about to be…More »
28. Fratelli Milano
OF COURSE some of the best Italian food I've ever had anywhere is 2,706 miles from my doorstep. 80 five star reviews don't lie. Wonderful strokes of luck these days!
Miami is most often touted as the best place for Cuban food outside of Cuba. So when…More »
29. Southwest Airlines
I've been on a plane 38 times (probably more now that I think of it) in the last three months. The novelty of flying has been dead, gone and buried for years now. But when I step onto a Southwest flight, for some reason a glimmer of "Oh yeah, I…More »
30. Teardrop Cocktail Lounge
I used to be a two part man. Just pour some whiskey in my coke, Orange in my vodka, tonic in my gin and I'll be allllll right alllll night.
Those days are pretty much over. Drinking isn't an Olympic sport like it used to be. Going to a bar just to…More »
31. Courtyard New Braunfels River Village
Wow. This is without a doubt the nicest Courtyard Marriott I've ever seen, and perhaps in the entire chain. It's a year and a half old, which definitely helps, but the location is perfect. It was built right on the Guadalupe River (or is it the…More »
32. Standard Auto Repair
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 289-6650
Category:
Auto Repair
Neighbourhoods: North Portland, Humboldt
So unfortunately the honeymoon is quite over. After repeated returns for rework that all had a price tag involved - coil wasn't long enough, etc, etc. I finally decided to jump ship on Dhong's operation. Taking my ride, with the engine light still…More »
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2/8/2011 First to Review
pssst, pssst, pssst, pssst.... loudly and with increased speed when the gas pedal is pushed.
Intake… Read more »
33. Jim Alesci's Place
Absolutely incredible.
I don't know if it's because we're in Ohio where the cost of living is cheaper than cheap or if the owners are just crazy, but whatever the reason, Jim Alesci's Place is the most incredible Italian deli I've ever set foot in.
…More »
34. Southpaw Shoppe the - CLOSED
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 239-1731
For my 1500th review, I have to pay homage to one of my favorite characteristics. Left-handedness. OK that's enough waxing over "milestone reviews" ON WITH IT!
OH DEAR GOD NO!!!!!
A rousing conversation via Facebook comments brought around the memory…More »
35. Hollywood Cemetery
Richmond, VA 23220
(804) 648-8501
I haven't seen Arlington National Cemetery (even after visiting Washington DC three times in two months -- blowing it), but I'm pretty sure that, when I do, it will have a hard time competing with Hollywood Cemetery in Richmond, VA.
Perhaps they're…More »
36. Cutters Cigar Bar
If you can walk out of here not feeling like James Bond, I call bullshit.
Cutters Cigar Bar is (listen closely) one of the only cigar bars like it left in the United States and is THE ONLY one like it in the state of North Carolina.
Everything you ever…More »
37. Marchesi Vineyards
If I remember right, we found this place while Googling different wineries in Hood River but even if we hadn't, a shop keeper downtown directed us there and even called upon the approval of some nearby customers.
The vineyards are across the street…More »
38. Salt & Straw
Portland, OR 97211
(503) 208-3867
Category:
Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt
Neighbourhoods: Northeast Portland, Alberta Arts District, Vernon
Oh God.
What was once a cart I never visited is now a full scale brick and morter with more, better, ice cream than ever. (I can't validate that statement, but you should believe me anyway)
I'm a bit picky about my ice cream. I far prefer adventurous…More »
39. Southpaw Guitars
Houston, TX 77081
(713) 667-5791
Category:
Musical Instruments & Teachers
Neighbourhood: Gulfton
Once I was fully through the door, I put my arms in the air and said, "Finally!" The guy, Larry, working in the back looked a little confused. I explained to him that I'd been following his store's website intermittently over the last 10 years.
…More »
40. Millie's
I've been trying to figure out how and what to write for this review for months now. I guess the most simple means of saying it is that Millie's might be my favorite restaurant in the country. Or at least on the East Coast.
Full Disclosure: A friend…More »
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Yelping SinceOctober 2007
Things I Loveburritos, beer, bicycling, photography, loud guitars, reading, my dog, my lady, shorts and no shoes, hanging out, traveling, wine, languages, playing and watching soccer
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