1015 College St Se, Lacey
Date of visit: 08/31/07
What we had:
Philly Super Sandwich, fries, vanilla shake
Food is cooked to order, and they make a pretty good Philly cheesesteak. The super has cheese, onions, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Mmm... As far as I know, this is the only restaurant in Lacey that serves a Philly cheesesteak with options for what's on it.
The fries and milkshake hit the spot, but weren't outstanding in any way.
The menu was decent- various burgers, fish and chips, and a teriyaki plate.
All-in-all, I'd be willing to try a burger the next time around.
*/* Question for the peanut gallery: What South Sound restaurant do you think has the best fries and/or milkshakes? Comment away... */*
Friday, August 31, 2007
Sunday, July 29, 2007
Best Buffet Chinese Restaurant ^
5765 Littlerock Rd SW, Tumwater
Date of visit: 7/27/07
What we had:
Tried most things
This was the worst meal I've had in awhile. Cheese does not belong in sushi. Under any circumstances. Something was off in the breaded chicken. The added curry flavor in the wings was distracting. Mystery balls on a stick turned out to be really fishy tasting fish. Overall temperature of the food wasn't as hot as it should be.
Most of the fruit was from a can. The tapioca pudding tasted like it came out of a SnackPak.
The only saving grace was the baked shrimp. It was delicious, but I was already full on the taste of disappointment (and some queasiness).
Date of visit: 7/27/07
What we had:
Tried most things
This was the worst meal I've had in awhile. Cheese does not belong in sushi. Under any circumstances. Something was off in the breaded chicken. The added curry flavor in the wings was distracting. Mystery balls on a stick turned out to be really fishy tasting fish. Overall temperature of the food wasn't as hot as it should be.
Most of the fruit was from a can. The tapioca pudding tasted like it came out of a SnackPak.
The only saving grace was the baked shrimp. It was delicious, but I was already full on the taste of disappointment (and some queasiness).
Thursday, July 26, 2007
Ruby Tuesday ^^^½
8125 Quinault Dr NE, Lacey
Date of visit: 7/25/07
What we had:
Turkey minis with white bean chili, Turkey burger with fries
Ruby Tuesday seems to have taken a focus on quality since the last time I visited a few years ago. Gone are the standard restaurant napkins and well-used silverware to be replaced by faux-cloth napkins and a steak knife that means business. I do wonder though why the decision was made to use plastic drink ware in lieu of more appealing glass.
Often, restaurants overcook turkey burgers, that wasn't the case here. Juicy, flavorful meat on a whole wheat bun with red onion, green leaf lettuce, and a delicate sauce... mmm.
The fries were lightly seasoned with salt and a little heavier on the pepper, which was perfect.
Date of visit: 7/25/07
What we had:
Turkey minis with white bean chili, Turkey burger with fries
Ruby Tuesday seems to have taken a focus on quality since the last time I visited a few years ago. Gone are the standard restaurant napkins and well-used silverware to be replaced by faux-cloth napkins and a steak knife that means business. I do wonder though why the decision was made to use plastic drink ware in lieu of more appealing glass.
Often, restaurants overcook turkey burgers, that wasn't the case here. Juicy, flavorful meat on a whole wheat bun with red onion, green leaf lettuce, and a delicate sauce... mmm.
The fries were lightly seasoned with salt and a little heavier on the pepper, which was perfect.
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Pho Vy ^^^
909 Sleater Kinney Rd SE, Lacey
Date of visit: 7/24/07
What we had:
Pho Tai Nam, Bun Thit Nuong Cha Gio, spring rolls
The broth in the Pho Tai Nam (rice noodles in beef soup served with beef flank steak and beef brisket) wasn't as flavorful as I would have liked.
The spring roll wasn't wrapped tightly so the contents spilled out into the peanut sauce after the first bite. Good thing the peanut sauce was yummy.
This version of Bun Thit Nuong Cha Gio (vermicelli rice noodles served with charcoal grilled pork, egg rolls, salad greens, and herbs) is passable, but not the greatest I've ever had. The pork was a bit rubbery in texture and the accompanying Nước chấm's flavor was on the tame side.
Date of visit: 7/24/07
What we had:
Pho Tai Nam, Bun Thit Nuong Cha Gio, spring rolls
The broth in the Pho Tai Nam (rice noodles in beef soup served with beef flank steak and beef brisket) wasn't as flavorful as I would have liked.
The spring roll wasn't wrapped tightly so the contents spilled out into the peanut sauce after the first bite. Good thing the peanut sauce was yummy.
This version of Bun Thit Nuong Cha Gio (vermicelli rice noodles served with charcoal grilled pork, egg rolls, salad greens, and herbs) is passable, but not the greatest I've ever had. The pork was a bit rubbery in texture and the accompanying Nước chấm's flavor was on the tame side.
Monday, June 25, 2007
Jumbo Chinese Restaurant ^^½
4208 Rainier Ave S, Seattle
Date of visit: 6/25/07
What we had:
Dim sum
We got to the restaurant later than expected and just caught the tail end of dim sum being served. An over brewed jasmine tea was automatically brought to the table. Two standards, sui mai and ha gao were freshly steamed and flavorful though that wasn't the case for other dishes. A low budget version of lo mai gai, made only with pork was passable, but other dishes are probably more worth your while. The taro dumpling and char sui bao were tasty, but served at room temperature.
Before leaving, we attempted to order char sui bao, dan tat, and jin deui to take home. Instead of getting the baked goodies, we received a rather long lecture about how we should have ordered it at the beginning of the meal. Apparently the kitchen ran out of food, though seeing as how we were only 1 of 2 tables occupied, I'm not sure the food would have been available 20 minutes prior.
Date of visit: 6/25/07
What we had:
Dim sum
We got to the restaurant later than expected and just caught the tail end of dim sum being served. An over brewed jasmine tea was automatically brought to the table. Two standards, sui mai and ha gao were freshly steamed and flavorful though that wasn't the case for other dishes. A low budget version of lo mai gai, made only with pork was passable, but other dishes are probably more worth your while. The taro dumpling and char sui bao were tasty, but served at room temperature.
Before leaving, we attempted to order char sui bao, dan tat, and jin deui to take home. Instead of getting the baked goodies, we received a rather long lecture about how we should have ordered it at the beginning of the meal. Apparently the kitchen ran out of food, though seeing as how we were only 1 of 2 tables occupied, I'm not sure the food would have been available 20 minutes prior.
Tuesday, June 19, 2007
Tugboat Annie's ^^^
2100 Westbay Dr NW, Olympia
Date of visit: 6/18/07
What we had:
Seafood saute, Jambalaya
They were out of the fish and chips darn it. At 5:30pm even.
Rice pilaf, steamed zucchini and broccoli, prawns, salmon, and scallops all complemented each other in the seafood saute. In a lemon/garlic/wine/butter sauce, this was one of the lighter entrees available.
The spicier the better in my book, so I ordered the spicy hot version of the jambalaya. The heat seemed to be from a vinegar-based hot sauce, similar to Frank's Red Hot Sauce and lent a nice crispness to the dish. Large shrimp, andouille sausage, and large slices of green pepper, tomato, and red onion make each bite a little party in your mouth.
Get a table that overlooks the water and watch the kayakers and boaters while you enjoy your meal. The view outside will take your mind off the wannabe upscale and hip, yet nautical casual theme that doesn't quite mesh on the inside.
Date of visit: 6/18/07
What we had:
Seafood saute, Jambalaya
They were out of the fish and chips darn it. At 5:30pm even.
Rice pilaf, steamed zucchini and broccoli, prawns, salmon, and scallops all complemented each other in the seafood saute. In a lemon/garlic/wine/butter sauce, this was one of the lighter entrees available.
The spicier the better in my book, so I ordered the spicy hot version of the jambalaya. The heat seemed to be from a vinegar-based hot sauce, similar to Frank's Red Hot Sauce and lent a nice crispness to the dish. Large shrimp, andouille sausage, and large slices of green pepper, tomato, and red onion make each bite a little party in your mouth.
Get a table that overlooks the water and watch the kayakers and boaters while you enjoy your meal. The view outside will take your mind off the wannabe upscale and hip, yet nautical casual theme that doesn't quite mesh on the inside.
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Original House of Pizza ^^^¾
1200 N Montesano, Westport
Date of visit: 6/11/07 - ^^^½
What we had:
Fish and chips, "Heartburner" pizza
Keep in mind that a "mini" 8 inch pizza turns out to be more like 12 inches. These folks are generous with toppings and portion sizes. The "Heartburner" consisted of spicy sausage and pepperoni, a red pepper flake pizza sauce, and large slices of jalapeño. This one's not for the meek.
Even on a weeknight, this place was packed but they managed to provide fairly attentive and quick service.
The fish - cod, specifically - was piping hot, moist, tender, and quite flavorful. I would expect no less from a restaurant located less than a mile from the Pacific Ocean. The batter was flaky yet held together well through my grasp. Also included with the fish were criss-cross-cut french fries. They were not seasoned, as I was expecting. This did not detract from their taste, though. Dunking them in a generous portion of what tasted like house ranch dressing made them all the better.
This was definitely a family-oriented establishment with courteous servers who did a fine job, considering how busy the place was. For that and for the food quality, they received a generous tip.
--------------------------
Date of visit: 7/02/07 - ^^^^
What we had:
Pizza Feta (Chicken, olives, red onion, mushrooms, feta cheese, tomatoes, and basil)
Taco Salad
Family Dinner Salad
Once again both the service and food were wonderful.
Toppings on the pizza were generously piled on. The crust tasted like freshly baked bread with liberal amounts of toppings reaching the edge.
Both the italian and greek salad dressing are made in-house and we played a little guessing game as to which herbs were used. The family dinner salad (romaine, mozzarella cheese, olives, and tomatoes) is great for 4-6 people.
Fresh salsa for the taco salad was a pleasant surprise. This restaurant has a fantastic understanding of the importance of using fresh, quality ingredients.
Date of visit: 6/11/07 - ^^^½
What we had:
Fish and chips, "Heartburner" pizza
Keep in mind that a "mini" 8 inch pizza turns out to be more like 12 inches. These folks are generous with toppings and portion sizes. The "Heartburner" consisted of spicy sausage and pepperoni, a red pepper flake pizza sauce, and large slices of jalapeño. This one's not for the meek.
Even on a weeknight, this place was packed but they managed to provide fairly attentive and quick service.
The fish - cod, specifically - was piping hot, moist, tender, and quite flavorful. I would expect no less from a restaurant located less than a mile from the Pacific Ocean. The batter was flaky yet held together well through my grasp. Also included with the fish were criss-cross-cut french fries. They were not seasoned, as I was expecting. This did not detract from their taste, though. Dunking them in a generous portion of what tasted like house ranch dressing made them all the better.
This was definitely a family-oriented establishment with courteous servers who did a fine job, considering how busy the place was. For that and for the food quality, they received a generous tip.
--------------------------
Date of visit: 7/02/07 - ^^^^
What we had:
Pizza Feta (Chicken, olives, red onion, mushrooms, feta cheese, tomatoes, and basil)
Taco Salad
Family Dinner Salad
Once again both the service and food were wonderful.
Toppings on the pizza were generously piled on. The crust tasted like freshly baked bread with liberal amounts of toppings reaching the edge.
Both the italian and greek salad dressing are made in-house and we played a little guessing game as to which herbs were used. The family dinner salad (romaine, mozzarella cheese, olives, and tomatoes) is great for 4-6 people.
Fresh salsa for the taco salad was a pleasant surprise. This restaurant has a fantastic understanding of the importance of using fresh, quality ingredients.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
