Finally went to Fair Oaks Pharmacy and Soda Fountain, the old fashion South Pasadena corner drug store dates back to 1915. It was onced a rest stop of route 66 back in the days, I’m glad they preserved the charming vintage interior. Love the bar area. The restaurant section only occupied 1/4 of the space, […]
Posts Tagged ‘American’
April 2, 2008
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Lucques Restaurant (Melrose Ave.)
By Joan in 09: Weho, Food: Los AngelesFreda had her spectacular birthday dinner at Ortolan. I had mine at Lucques with Jon. We’ve alway wanted to try Lucques but never get around to. I love chef/owner Suzanne Goin’s other establishments A.O.C. and Hungry Cat very much. Los Angeles Magazine called Lucques the no.1 restaurant in LA recently, so we had high expectation. […]
January 29, 2008
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Canelé (Atwater Village)
By Freda in 05: Silver Lake + Echo ParkWe went to the Atwater Village neighborhood sensation Canele when it first opened (see old entry ). I always thought their menu seems inspiring that I felt like trying everything. Squash Soup with Dates. The date is a strange addition as it’s not really part of the taste unless you chew on it. My partner […]
January 25, 2008
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Wilson (Culver City)
By Freda in 13: Culver CityGiving up on squeezing into a certain new crowded hip restaurant in town, we turned to the not-so-new anymore Wilson for our last minute dinner plan. It’s located near the new gallery area, with the very Culver City hip urban-chichi vibe. It’s casual and lively. I found the lighting to be a bit too dim […]
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November 25, 2007
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Cold Spring Tavern (Santa Barbara)
By Joan in 05: US OtherOn our way back from the Santa Ynez valley getaway, Jon took me for dinner at the historic and rustic Cold Spring Tavern. Originally a stage coach post that was established back in 1865, it has been serving food and drinks for travelers for more than 100+ years. The bar is in a seperate house […]
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