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
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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
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
Cafe LaTTea, Cupertino
Friends recommended this place. Doesn't look clean. Got the Strawberry Dreaming brick toast. This is the only brick toast I've ever had. A bit of a weird idea pairing bread / toast with ice cream. But it works! Now that I've been, I don't particularly need to go back. It was good … Continue reading Cafe LaTTea, Cupertino
FuseBOX, Oakland
This place was easy to miss, though they supposedly had a loyal following. This was the only restaurant sign. They had a courtyard, but wanted more interior space for the colder months. Got two orders of the FuseBOX KFC (Korean Fried Chicken), which was really good. Bacon wrapped enoki with miso … Continue reading FuseBOX, Oakland