spfldOHchow's Profile
First time ever in Ohio - Springfield questions
Welcome to Spfld. I agree with everyone below. But there is one place within walking distance from the Marriott (30 seconds) that is worthwhile. Season's Bistro. Spfld, OH is not cosmopolitan -but Seasons is the best we have. They change their meal -you guessed it seasonally; great salads/sandwiches for lunch; decent ethnic-like and vegetarrian entries. They even serve Jenni's ice cream from Columbus.
Within walking distance of your hotel for lunch -try The Fountain on Main - a very unique olive-nut sandwich and great shakes.
The only semi-authentic ethnic fare in Spfld is Mexican: everyone seems to go to a local chain called El Mariachi's on Main St -lively. Across the street is a wonderful Mexican grocery store and cafe. The best pizza in town is also directly across the street as well -Sapori grill. They really attempt authentic Neopolitan pizza. Their 'razor-thin' pizza is heavenly.
Get your coffee right across from your hotel at Uno Mundo Coffee - fair-trade coffee -they make latte's like in the big cities.
Our college deli is Mike and Rosy's - I gurantee you've never had steam-pressed pastrami sandwiches. Our local bakery is Schuler's. Finally, the best place for a drink on Friday at happy hour is at the bed-and-breakfast Simon Kenton Inn. Great dinner too
Hope that helps
DC with kids
Thanks Steve and everyone else for great suggestions. Are the following practical and still good: Komi; Pizza Paradiso; Market Lunch (at Eastern Market for breakfast); Cafe Atlantico Mini-bar; Teaism; Ten Penh; DC Coast. Also, my wife and I still love going shopping at boutiques (a la NoLita/SoHo -no chains) while dragging the kids for a small amount of time -is U-street; Dupont Circle; G-town worthwile?
DC with kids
Arriving with my 2 boys (9 and 7) for their first trip to DC (In-laws in tow). We're staying 6 nights at the J.W.Marriot (primarily for location near the mall + swimming pool). Looking for great eats (I must eat well and not just in Museum cafeterias) that is convenient for 2 'soon-to-be tired of walking' boys. We'll be spending much of our time around the Mall and Downtown -but willing to take the Metro for quick/tasty meals if convenient. We love ethnic; seafood; breakfast; local; great food. Thanks.
Sakai or Arang in Troy, OH?
I'm spending the day in Troy this weekend with the family, and want to know which to go to? Any ideas?
springfield, oh update??
I agree in general that Springfield is not a chow town. But living here - you do what you can. Other possibilites besides Hickory Inn:
Coffee/Desserts: Coffee Expressions; Shuler's Bakery
Pizza: Short Stop (on the north side/whole wheat crust); Cassano's
Mexican: Mi Jalepeno
Lunch: J's Place (Jason is a local- went to culinary school in NY and makes great pretzel bread pizza and sandwiches; Fountain on Main -famous for their olive-nut sandwich; Mike & Rosy's-local deli and institution for Wittenberg and beyond; Simply Delicious-eclectic sandwiches
Dinner: Linardo's-Greek/Continental - rat-pack decor-still good
Hope this helps -the rest of Springfield is chains.
Is there any good Thai in Columbus?
Any feelings on Pad Thai (the restaurant) on Refugee Road?
Anybody eaten at Rosendales in Columbus Ohio?
We had a fairly dissappointing experience at Rosendale's. I'll blame it on how busy they were during the Gallery Hop in June. The service was pleasant but slow. Fish was not fresh; interesting preparations without flavor. I have read his credentials, and am willing to give him another try - but so far not good.
Korean in Dayton
This message may be a little late, but just want you to know that Myong's Cafe is very good and consistent. Their beginning side dishes are fresh and vary. Kalbi/Bibimbob/bulgogi/jaepchey? all very good
Food not good at La Plaea in Columbus, OH.
My wife and I went back to La Plaea (northeast side of Columbus in a generic strip mall) after 10 years. Still has the same 'Rat Pack' decor (vinyl and all), but the food - not good. Evidently, the charming old Italian chef I used to talk to at the restaurant is in Italy for 30 days (so says the present chef). The menu hasn't changed but the quality has. The antipasta had beef mozzarella on 'french bread'; tortellini with peas was still good; tilapia with red sauce was still sweet; lasagne-pasta overdone; and tiramisu was frozen (ice crystal and all. This little secret, hole in the wall restaurant has finally died.
Columbus -- fans of the sorely missed Kahiki
Gosh, I do miss Kahiki as well. My family would drive 1 hour on Friday nights when I was a kid. The waterfall, tiki drinks, and the exotic (for the 70's) polynesian cuisine. Don't know about the Hilliard restaurant, but thanks for the memory of Kahiki.
mexican in columbus?
I would try La Plaza Tapatia near the Westland Mall. They have a larger seafood menu than most Mexican restaurants. Its right next door to a Mexican grocery store
Midwest 'hounds: food unique to or that defines your community/town/metro area/state
Well, Springfield, Ohio isn't known for much, but we have Wittenberg University and their much beloved deli, Mike & Rosy's. They steam press their sandwiches, which makes for a memorable taste.
