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TooJays

When you’re craving that authentic corned beef or pastrami sandwich, or some decent blintzes, stuffed cabbage, chicken soup, or the like (almost, but not quite, like granny’s cooking), this is the place to go. ...

Wattana Thai

Opening Soon!   at CityPlace!   Thai Jo! But that is *not* the restaurant to which I refer.  When the new Thai eatery does open at CityPlace, it will have a lot to prove to this reviewer, and big shoes to fill {In My Humble Opinion}.  ...

Rhythm Cafe

I’m taking you on another short drive to 3800 S. Dixie Highway, in the midst of Antique Row.  The first thing you’ll notice when you walk into Rhythm Cafe is the decor, unconventional to say the least.  A hodgepodge of 50s and 60s collectibles (do you remember the lava lamp?) and an assortment of ceiling fixtures.   It is located in what was once a drug store and, if the...

Bar Louie

One fine evening, we sauntered up to have dinner at the Original Steakhouse.  And another one bit the dust. ...

Forte di Asprinio

Many of our residents were fortunate, a few months ago, to experience the elegance and overall excellence in food and service that Stephen Asprinio offers.  We chose from a limited menu  for a fixed price.  Of course, the company was first-rate and kudos, once again, to the Social Committee for negotiating such a wonderful evening. ...

La Salsa

Mild, Medium, SeMi-HoT, MUCHO HOT! And one I think they call YIKES! (just kidding!) Those are the varying degrees of intensity at the appetizing salsa bar. Lots of zesty flavors, too! ...

Grand Lake Chinese Cuisine

Do you know what this neighborhood needs?   A good Chinese Restaurant that is walking distance in the Clematis District or CityPlace.    You can already eat  exceptional Japanese fare as I’ve described in a previous review.  OPENING SOON, according to the CityPlace website, there will be both a Thai and Vietnamese restaurant.  We all know what that means –...