Mi Barrio Restaurant Review – Grant Park, Atlanta, GA [From The Archives]

Originally Posted 11.16.2008 I returned to Mi Barrio last night for what was probably my fifth meal there.  While I will say that it was the best meal I’ve ever had there, that was not a consequence of the cuisine.  Ultimately, Mi Barrio is a decent restaurant, but drastically overrated in the food community.  At …

Steamhouse Lounge Restaurant Review – Midtown, Atlanta, GA [From The Archives]

Originally written 11.6.08 The best way to sum this up: A failure on most fronts.  Seafood (sans sushi) is not well represented in this city; however, that’s not for lack of options. For those craving "bar" seafood, this is one of the popular choices inside the perimeter.  The vibe here is great but the food …

Gato Bizco Cafe Restaurant Review – Candler Park, Atlanta, GA

From the archives (10.03.2008) Overall:[rating:2.5] This is what a breakfast joint should be.  It’s nestled in that hopping little intersection of McLendon & Clifton, across the street from the evil empire that is Flying Biscuit.  Nearby, there are a handful of shops/boutiques as well as the Fellini’s/La Fonda combo.  I’ve visited Gato Bizco more times …

Blue Ridge Grill Restaurant Review – Buckhead, Atlanta, GA

From the archives (10.20.2008) Overall:[rating:2] (very good) While my family eats at Blue Ridge like it’s their second kitchen, I have "only" eaten here about 10-15 times.  I wanted to wait until I had a chance to try their Sunday brunch before adding my review here.  Although I ordered two items that are always available, …

Carroll Street Cafe Restaurant Review – Cabbagetown, Atlanta, GA

From the archives (12.08.08) Overall:[rating:.5] So I promised the gang that I would give them their 15-minutes and include them in a review.  So here you go guys and gals – this one is for you. I was lucky enough to get an invite to the most exclusive of birthday celebrations!  It was so tough …

Woody’s Famous Philadelphia Cheesesteaks Restaurant Review – Midtown, Atlanta, GA

Overall: [rating:2] Philadelphia is the self-proclaimed Cheesesteak Capital.  I’ve traveled to the most well-known spots (Pat’s King of Cheesesteaks and Geno’s Steaks) and I’ve been to each several times over.  Trust me when I say that they are essentially crap on a bun.  You go to those tourist traps for the “experience;” there are better …

Cafe Agora Restaurant Review – Buckhead, Atlanta, GA

From the archives (11.09.08) A good buddy of mine joined me for lunch at Café Agora this past Friday; the experience was yet another in a long line of tasty meals at this Mediterranean eatery. With the demise of Shipfeifer, Agora is now the only spot in the ATL I go for a quality gyro …

ALL HAIL PHUONG: Tasty China Restaurant Review – Marietta, GA

From the Archives (11.20.08) Phuong is my FAV!!!! If you don’t know any better – take a clue from the fish tank that sits in the front entrance way – this place is the real deal. That’s not just for decoration people – they use those suckers! Last week, I returned to Tasty China (twice …

The Original El Taco Restaurant Review, Virginia Highlands – Atlanta, GA

Address: 1186 N Highland Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30306 Phone: 404.873.4656 Restaurant Website Restaurant Menu So a friend of mine is on her way to the Original El Taco, so I am throwing up this old review from about a month ago. In fact, this was from 11.17.08, so that’s exactly one month! Spooky huh!  …

Out of Town: Soto Restaurant Review, West Village – New York City, NY

Since Soto was just named the best sushi in New York City, I wanted to post a review I wrote a few months ago. Enjoy! ———– Sotohiro Kosugi’s food has been a staple of my diet for many years. I frequented his restaurant(s) in Atlanta more times than I can remember. Needless to say, I …