Always Hamburger time in San Diego
I’m happy to say The Hamburger Factory in Poway is still serving delicious Patty Melts, Reubens and salads after many years of being located in Old Poway Park. A noticeable step back into the old west is the feeling while looking at all the memorabilia throughout the restaurant. The menu is full of American food...
Aloha Spirit in Pacific Beach
Sweet aloha spirit with owner Leilani in her Leilani’s Cafe on Cass St, Pacific Beach. Leilani’s food is made just like her Hilo family cooked in her old Hawaii days. Not only is the restaurant turning out meals, Leilani’s Attic next door sells hula gear and all things Hawaiian to take home, like...
Smokin BBQ in PB
Real smoking and upscale BBQ recently opened in Pacific Beach and Chef Rick fuels the fires with hickory and oak wood at Iron Pig Alehouse. His Texas roots come out with his hands in the kitchen making most everything from scratch. The chicken wings are brined, seasoned and flash fried for a juicy wing. Sliced...
Premier sushi in Pacific Beach
Sushi Ota is pretty famous in San Diego and it can be difficult to get a reservation. Master Sushi Chef Ota has a loyal following and one reason why is because his fish is top notch. One customer, Kimiko Littlefield, has been a devoted customer for 30 years and rather than ordering from the menu, Chef Ota...
Is M’Liss short for Melissa-NO!
Almost everyday, I am asked if M’Liss is my real name, how did I get the name, is it short for Melissa, how is pronounced, why did my mom pick that name? And even my grandmother could not spell it or pronounce it right! The story goes like this, my dad was a life guard...
Funky dining and rolling waves in Pacific Beach, Ca
Rolling waves and gorgeous sunsets are the stunning views from World Famous restaurant in Pacific Beach, Ca. Located within a short distance to kick the sand, World Famous is somewhat dive bar and funky restaurant. Coastal cuisine food is served and their rendition of bloody Mary is Bloody Caliente with a good kick and big...
Winging it at Dirty Birds Restaurant
Chicken wings, the staple of my teenage nephew’s diet. He’s eaten them wherever sold and even at our local Italian restaurant which just doesn’t seem right. Can’t he eat normal like spaghetti and meatballs? Searching for more wings, we ventured to Pacific Beach, the beach area hang out for young people in San Diego. Dirty...
