I only know that the food & service went downhill in a big way.

We really enjoy Bloom. It is not as good as Il Chianti was 4-5 years ago, but much better than what it became.

that is right Johnny L

It is one of my favorite dishes. I order it whenever it is a special at southbay izakaya's. Does anyone have some suggestion where to find some? at the moment Bloom Japanese restaurant in Lomita has my favorite. they serve it japanese style of italian style.

any suggestion will be greatly appreciated.

I would say ocean diner is good solid diner food

I was going to add Horon to this. The Chashu is one of my favorite dishes anywhere.

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Horon
2143 W. 182nd Street, Torrance, CA 90504

the factory is looking closed these days, at least at lunchtime.

http://www.vivalowcarb.com/

this place might have what you are looking for.

I wish i could find someplace that has cake batter ice cream that is as good as theirs was.

I feel pretty good about it.

Beef tartare and lamb chop

Il Chianti in Lomita has a good margherita pizza

torrance sams club. i just got three cases.

where is walt's? i am not finding anything on google

trader joe

now that you mention gramercy, I ate there on my last trip. I would agree that the bar service was excellent.

sounds good
how hard is it to get in?

I am going to be in manhattan for one night next week and have a really good meal.

I will be dining alone and have no problem with eating at the bar. I dont want to wear a jacket and tie.

I have been to balthazar and babbo afew years ago and i want to try something i have not tried previously.

I dont really want Japanese.

any part of town is ok with me

I am ok with spending $200 or so

Thanks in advance