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No spoon rule at Underbelly
Ha! Don't get me started on 7 bucks for 25 cl of beer!
I'm sure everyone knows they are expanding with a mizuwari bar upstairs. If there is some other "unique" rule there like Yamazaki must be sipped while standing on one leg, holding a renge (noodle spoon), I think we can say the place has jumped the shark :)
San Diego foodie sites other than Chowhound [moved from San Diego board]
I agree and I appreciate the update. I know I can search for other blogs, but I do respect many of the posters here. Similar to visiting a restaurant based on a good review, I was curious to see what else everyone followed.
Cheers,
San Diego foodie sites other than Chowhound [moved from San Diego board]
Will do. Cheers,
San Diego foodie sites other than Chowhound [moved from San Diego board]
I appreciate that,. It's something I didn't know. At the risk of an issue, I'll pitch mmm yuso, and a great international site " the traveling hungryboy". Go on, banish me to a food site that no one can find....
San Diego foodie sites other than Chowhound [moved from San Diego board]
Lot's of great local sites. Can I get I few of the one's that you follow? I'm not looking for a " best of", just the sites that you like and trust.
Cheers,
No spoon rule at Underbelly
Does anyone know the origin of the” no spoons” rule at Underbelly? It’s not something that ever occurs at a ramen shop in any country I’ve visited, and certainly not in Japan. I’m used to trying the broth by itself by spoon, eating the ramen, and then maybe picking up the bowl if I want more broth. Is it anything other than a gimmick?
San Diego New Places Opening
For what it's worth, they are advertising in this months' Yu Yu for a ramen chef and staff. The ad is in Nihongo, rather than in English. I would really like a good ramen ya close to downtown.
Black Tie Dinner for 80, near Convention Center/Gaslamp District
Great suggestions above. I would add Mr. A's as it has some of the best views in the downtown San Diego area and is, in my opinion, excellent for the mix of service, food, and view factor.
Best Wings in San Diego
For downtown, I was really pleased (surprised) by The Red Zone. They make their own sauces-The mango jalapeño and the orange jalapeño are excellent- really spicy hot with a lot of complex flavor. Hand dipped wings as well. The Chef's name is Evan. I'm not sure if it's consistent if he is not there.
Where can I buy fish taco style smoked Marlin?
Thanks all. I ended up at the San Diego Farmers Market (Commercial Street and 22nd). There's one prepared fish stall, with no smoked Marlin, but I bought Civiche and Camerones Aguachile. Good value. They had several kilos of camerones being prepped on the center table. I assume they were thawed from frozen, but the taste was quite good.
Where can I buy fish taco style smoked Marlin?
Does anyone know of a local casual restaurant or market that sells Marlin for fish tacos in bulk, similar to how Porkyland sells Carnitas to go by the kilo? I'm looking for 2 kilos of smoked Marlin for a make your own fish taco night. Thanks!
Ramen in San Diego
I am another former 5 year resident of Japan (Tokyo), and the meal I miss most is Ramen. In San Diego, I think the authentic Japanese choices are limited to Santouka and Tajima. I just came back from a trip to LA and Costa Mesa/Fountain Valley and my new favorites are Shin Sen Gumi on Brookhurst for Tonkatsu Ramen and Ramen California (not for the purist, but really fresh, light chicken stock and fresh veggies). I really want to call "Ramen California" "Noodle Soup California", but it's quite good, whatever the name...
Good Delivery Options Downtown San Diego
Gourmet India delivers. For downtown, I think it's the most authentic, and a great price point. We go there about every two weeks.
http://www.gourmet-india.com/index.html
Sit down Mexican in Chula Vista
Thanks Masa. I read your report, and I does fit the bill. I'll go today.
Cheers
Sit down Mexican in Chula Vista
Looking for recs for a sit down (not to casual?) Mexican lunch in Chula Vista. While I love small taco shops, I want to take my folks out to lunch in someplace that they are more comfortable. Seafood preferred, margaritas would be nice. Thanks so much for your help.
Gaslamp San Diego ??
I lived in Tokyo for five years. For sashimi (not a sushi fan), I think Taka is quite fresh, and the quality is high. If you can get sat by Maru San (request at the time of your reservation), he can tell you what is good, fresh, and worth trying.
Best Burgers and Fresh Fries in San Diego?
One is set to open in the new Hilton downtown at the bayfront
La Paz recommendations, please
Thanks very much. I think La Paz is more off the path than I realized. Look forward to more info, and I'll post large after I return.
La Paz recommendations, please
First off, thank you to this board for great recommendations in Cabo. I'm off to La Paz with my wife over Labor Day W/E for a few days of diving. I've never been there. Any recommendations for food, wine, and Cocktails?
Thanks in advance, and I'll be happy to write up a post-visit report.
