Let me just say it up front “Not my style.” While it does serve food late night, and if they haven’t run out by the time you need a feed, the steaks are good. They are, after all, Harris Ranch Beef. Roy is a dimly lit quiet little spot off State on Carrillo St., but …
It’s about 7,182 miles from where I live to the Broken Spoke Saloon. It’s about a 7.182 mile drive for Wayne, living now in Hope Island. Like the Giant Sombrero, it’s a place I haven’t been to as yet, but unlike the big cement hat, it’s a place that seems a lot more interesting, certainly …
The Esplanade Hotel was built in 1878 and remains one of the earliest, largest and most prominent 19th century resort hotels in Victoria. Originally intended to be three large terraces, the building was altered to become a hotel during construction, and became one of the premier hotels in Melbourne outside the city. Alterations were made …
Lucille’s Smokehouse is a chain that occupies many of the former ‘Big Yellow House’ restaurants when that chain closed. I once worked at the original Big Yellow House in Summerland, CA — but that’s another story, another time. Aside from the BBQ and Cajun menu, Lucille’s has two quality offerings: the music and the bar. …
Located on Harbor Blvd. in Fullerton, the Olde Ship certainly isn’t found on a backroad, nor can Harbor Blvd. be designated as a blue highway, although maybe many years ago. What I don’t understand when looking at a map is the way its been designated as north or south…pull up a map and follow it …
The Sportsman or often referred to as “Sporty’s” is one of the few establishments that have lasted a long time in SB. Established in 1984, although it seems longer. It’s a friendly dive with a good jukebox, and although I was never 86’d, I know someone who can make that claim to fame. The only …
As we crab-walked down Bourbon Street we were drawn to the Krazy Korner (Bourbon and St. Peter) by the sounds of a blues and zydeco band. I also remember a barker out front waving for us to come in, promising us we would not be disappointed, a promise that held true that night and every …
The Maverick Saloon in Santa Ynez is one of my favorite spots. It’s a great place to sit out on the front deck and take in the sun and people, or inside at the bar — plenty of barstools fit at the U-shaped bar. It’s my kind of place for the music, the atmosphere and …
The Maverick Saloon is a great place to park your butt outside on a nice day and enjoy a cold beer. Across town, the Red Barn, (we’re talking 2 blocks) would be a better choice for a more adult beverage…especially if you wanted to chop down on sirloin or ribs. The bar is small, especially …
The Boathouse at Hendry’s Beach may be a pleasant stop for a dinner by the sea, but as far as a bar of choice it ranks pretty low on my list. It’s way too small, but like the green curb, it’s role is to be a temporary spot for a customer, you’re not supposed to …