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Off The Hookah

While I was sorry to see the demise of Z Gallerie at 314 Clematis Street (and we did our fair share of shopping there for some lovely home fixtures), the space did not go to waste.  In its stead stands a wonderful addition to the downtown WPB dining establishments. Both the inside and outside decor of Off The Hookah looks like a scene in an Egyptian palace (not that I’ve ever...

Gratified!

Located at 125 Datura Street, where Spoto’s used to reside (and I’m still mourning that loss), stands the new Gratify Pub. We arrived early for our first visit (no reservations accepted), and were seated easily, but it wasn’t long before every “comfortable” spot was taken.  One of the first things you notice is an unusual arrangement that doesn’t...

Don Ramon

Through the snow and sleet, we walked hurriedly to Don Ramon’s at 300 Clematis Street.   Well, not exactly, but I was wearing a heavy down jacket and hood that hadn’t seen the outside of my closet for over 10 years.  But enough about the weather…...

Meatballs, BBQ, and Music

I’m getting       so I’ve decided to cheat and bundle two reviews into one.   With all the new restaurants on the horizon, I may have to double up my eatin’ and writin’  in the future.      ...

Reef Rd Rum Bar

and Hip Hip Hooray! The restaurants are coming to town!   Hopefully, with all the “Coming this Fall” signs, our appetites will be sated with new delicacies.  ...

Après D’Asprinio (Forte)

“Stephen Asprinio has left the building” so I thought it was time to re-visit Forte… ...

Kebab Company

Previously Cafe Med, Cafe Clematis, and various and sundry other names, 301 Clematis is now home to Kebab Company, fast food Middle Eastern fare....

Pistache

This is why I should  retire…so I can spend  lazy mornings pretending I’m in Paris eating le petit dejeuner at a simple French outdoor cafe.   ...

De Napoli

Just a short walk to 523 Clematis, you arrive at De Napoli, a quiet, unassuming and affordable Italian restaurant. ...

Rocco’s Tacos

How did I go so long without a review of this noisy, crowded, in-your-face restaurant, and I mean that all in a good way.    ...

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