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June 26, 2007 5

The Oinkster (Eagle rock)

By in 03: Eagle Rock

We always pass by The Oinkster when driving through Eagle Rock. It offers classic American diner fares like Pastrami sandwich and burgers that’re prepared in “gourmet restaurant” way. or as they call it, slow fast food. I love the retro 50s modern red and white interior. The surrounding neighbourhood is very charming too: rows of […]

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June 17, 2007 Off

Tiki-ti (Sunset Blvd.)

By in 05: Silver Lake + Echo Park

We have a new entry by guest writer Jon: Tiki-ti is a unique little bar for a couple of reasons. 1) It was founded by the current owner’s father not long after prohibition ended and was reportedly where the Mai Tai was first invented. 2) It is one of the few bars in LA where […]

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June 7, 2007 2

Le Petit Beaujolais (Eagle Rock)

By in 03: Eagle Rock

We’ve dined at Cafe Beaujolais (1, 2, 3) plenty of times but this is the first time I try their lunch “counterpart” Le Petit Beaujolais, which is few blocks away across the street. Just like Cafe Beaujolais, it’s a casual French bistro/bakery that offer simple hearty french dishes. They have a extensive brunch menu on […]

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June 5, 2007 2

101 Noodle Express (San Gabriel)

By in 01: San Gabriel, Favorite Food Entries

Been craving for good cheap rustic Chinese eats. Just so happen that J. Gold did a review‘s on this place. With a generic name like “101 Noodle Express”, how good could it be!? (they do have a much better name in Chinese). But a Northern Chinese place that specialized dumplings and other Northern specialties is […]

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May 15, 2007 Off

Vienna Cafe (Melrose)

By in 09: Weho

Pasta Italiana($9.50) Bowtie pasta with prosciutto, wild mushrooms and a tomato sage cream sauce. Very delicious! I love the sauce, so flavorful and creamy. This place is more known for breakfast/brunch but I always get their pasta dishes (there’re only 3-4 on the menu) and they’re always more tasty than I expect. VeggiEx ($8.50) Sunny […]

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