Went here a few times, based on a trusted foodie's recommendation. A decorative, miniature ramen stand on their countertop. Before there were food trucks. The Men-Bei Ramen. Curry Ramen. Got the Umani Miso Ramen. Not sure what umani meant, but I think it is a misspelling of umami. The Men-Bei … Continue reading Men-Bei Ramen, Santa Clara
Kokio Republic food truck, San Francisco
Remember G Food Lounge? Used to be under the freeway overpass that leads to the Bay Bridge before that closed. One of my favorite trucks there was Kokio Republic. Looks like they, too, have closed for business but are starting something new. My go-to flavors were half Soy Garlic and half Hot & Sweet. The … Continue reading Kokio Republic food truck, San Francisco
Caffe Trieste Monterey, Monterey
Stopped by here on a trip to Monterey with some friends. I got the french toast. My wife got a turkey club sandwich with fries. Everything was mediocre. Not bad, but nothing exciting. The fries were good. I think I'm spoiled by SF food. Caffe Trieste Monterey 409 Alvarado St Monterey, CA 93940 http://www.caffetriestemonterey.com
Woodhouse Fish Co., San Francisco
My wife and I were watching TV and saw some delicious-looking fish & chips, inspiring us to look for some! She loves cocktail shrimp so we had to try the Cocktail Prawns here. They had a lobster roll, which we really wanted to try as well. And the fish & chips! Everything was … Continue reading Woodhouse Fish Co., San Francisco
The Hog’s Apothecary, Oakland
Went here for brunch with some friends. The coffee was good. Came with creamer in a large milk jug container. I got the Bay of Pigs porchetta sandwich. I really liked the schmaltzy potatoes. My wife got some biscuits and gravy. Everything here was satisfying because, well, pork is good. Nothing … Continue reading The Hog’s Apothecary, Oakland