“Constantly choosing the lesser of two evils is still choosing evil.”
~ Jerry Garcia (Musician)
Sunday, October 31, 2010
Dining with David: Tortugas Pizza
Tortugas Pizza - Hoover, AL - October 30, 2010
http://tortugaspizza.com
Well, it has been over a month since I have been to this great little spot in Birmingham. I had the pleasure to spend the day with my Dad on Saturday. He had wanted to go to Pasquale's Pizza but they have now closed in Hoover; what a shame. So, we made the best of it and just 'had' to go to Tortugas for lunch. I had the Carne Stuffed Pizza Slice while my Dad had the CTA Sub. My huge slice of pizza had it all; sausage, Canadian bacon, bacon and pepperoni. The crust is fabulous. As usual, Tortugas never fails; this was a great lunch. Best of all was the time able to spend with my Dad.
Rating: 9
http://tortugaspizza.com
Well, it has been over a month since I have been to this great little spot in Birmingham. I had the pleasure to spend the day with my Dad on Saturday. He had wanted to go to Pasquale's Pizza but they have now closed in Hoover; what a shame. So, we made the best of it and just 'had' to go to Tortugas for lunch. I had the Carne Stuffed Pizza Slice while my Dad had the CTA Sub. My huge slice of pizza had it all; sausage, Canadian bacon, bacon and pepperoni. The crust is fabulous. As usual, Tortugas never fails; this was a great lunch. Best of all was the time able to spend with my Dad.
Rating: 9
Friday, October 29, 2010
Dining with David: Pugliano's
Pugliano's Italian Grill - Plum, PA - October 28, 2010
http://www.puglianositaliangrill.com/
We got the chance for one of our customers to take us to a special, local Italian restaurant off of the Golden Highway in PA. This place is unique in that it is designed for jazz festivals and even wedding ceremonies. I asked for their famous dish and was told their pizza. So, I ordered their personal (10") Meat Lover’s Pizza that included pepperoni, hot sausage, ham, bacon and meatball; yes, that did include pieces of a meatball. It had a homemade crust that was cooked in a pizza open with a solid crust; great taste. You can always tell the true Italian places by the meat and cheese they utilize; the best is the smaller, better tasting pepperonis that have crispy edges and are never greasy. I could only eat two pieces which left some for me to eat on the plane ride back home.
Rating: 8
http://www.puglianositaliangrill.com/
We got the chance for one of our customers to take us to a special, local Italian restaurant off of the Golden Highway in PA. This place is unique in that it is designed for jazz festivals and even wedding ceremonies. I asked for their famous dish and was told their pizza. So, I ordered their personal (10") Meat Lover’s Pizza that included pepperoni, hot sausage, ham, bacon and meatball; yes, that did include pieces of a meatball. It had a homemade crust that was cooked in a pizza open with a solid crust; great taste. You can always tell the true Italian places by the meat and cheese they utilize; the best is the smaller, better tasting pepperonis that have crispy edges and are never greasy. I could only eat two pieces which left some for me to eat on the plane ride back home.
Rating: 8
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Dining with David: Primanti Bros
Primanti Bros - Pittsburgh, PA - October 27, 2010
www.primantibrothers.com
Well, they say good things come to those who wait. We got the chance to go to the 'almost famous' landmark in the strip district (warehouse row) of Pittsburgh, Primanti Bros. Yes, this is the same place that Food Network has featured numerous times on several shows; the original location. Can you say atmosphere? This little place is in back of a warehouse with very limited seating; walk in and try to find a seat. We had the chance to sit at the bar over the grill watching all the sandwiches being made; WOW!. I ordered the famous PASTRAMI & CHEESE sandwich while my travel companion ordered the healthy, soon to be famous COLOSSAL FISH & CHEESE; he is the fish man. These things are made with special, hearty bread with the meat grilled and covered with cheese; then stuffed on the bread with slaw (coated with oil, salt & pepper), tomatoes and fresh, homemade french fries; Yes, I did say the fries in the sandwich. These fries are my kind too; fresh cut with skin left on and flash-fried; crispy outside and just a little soft on the inside. A touch meal to eat but I managed. The hot pastrami, cheese and fries clash with the cool slaw and tomato; a great sandwich. Now, this is not your high-scale kind of place but your local famous dive; my favorite; cash only btw. After eating, we just sat there and watched all the sandwiches being cooked; what an experience.
Rating: 9.5
www.primantibrothers.com
Well, they say good things come to those who wait. We got the chance to go to the 'almost famous' landmark in the strip district (warehouse row) of Pittsburgh, Primanti Bros. Yes, this is the same place that Food Network has featured numerous times on several shows; the original location. Can you say atmosphere? This little place is in back of a warehouse with very limited seating; walk in and try to find a seat. We had the chance to sit at the bar over the grill watching all the sandwiches being made; WOW!. I ordered the famous PASTRAMI & CHEESE sandwich while my travel companion ordered the healthy, soon to be famous COLOSSAL FISH & CHEESE; he is the fish man. These things are made with special, hearty bread with the meat grilled and covered with cheese; then stuffed on the bread with slaw (coated with oil, salt & pepper), tomatoes and fresh, homemade french fries; Yes, I did say the fries in the sandwich. These fries are my kind too; fresh cut with skin left on and flash-fried; crispy outside and just a little soft on the inside. A touch meal to eat but I managed. The hot pastrami, cheese and fries clash with the cool slaw and tomato; a great sandwich. Now, this is not your high-scale kind of place but your local famous dive; my favorite; cash only btw. After eating, we just sat there and watched all the sandwiches being cooked; what an experience.
Rating: 9.5
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Dining with David: Winking Lizard
Winking Lizard - Canton, OH - October 26, 2010
http://www.winkinglizard.com/
Well, we were recommended to go to another local place tonight; really a super sports bar that has a focus on food as well as other stuff. Anytime a place is called Winking Lizard, that has to get your attention. We started off with their famous chicken wings (flavors included spicy garlic, spicy sesame, goldfinger, teriyaki and BBQ). These were some good chunky wings; very nice taste and good cut of wing. I asked for their 'known dish' to assure I would get the best they had to offer. I was told and got their hall of fame BBQ St. Louis ribs with their special Pfred's Preferred Pfries. Now, I was born/raised in the south so you better have some good BBQ; let's just say they have some work to do. These ribs were a little meaty but very fatty cuts. The sauce was way too thick and had the only taste. There was not even a smoke ring on the meat; what a shame. The fries, which looked great, did not meet expectations. They had way too much cheese and came nothing close to the standard of cheese fries, Outback. Overall, a decent meal and great experience; the wings were the best.
Rating: 7.5
http://www.winkinglizard.com/
Well, we were recommended to go to another local place tonight; really a super sports bar that has a focus on food as well as other stuff. Anytime a place is called Winking Lizard, that has to get your attention. We started off with their famous chicken wings (flavors included spicy garlic, spicy sesame, goldfinger, teriyaki and BBQ). These were some good chunky wings; very nice taste and good cut of wing. I asked for their 'known dish' to assure I would get the best they had to offer. I was told and got their hall of fame BBQ St. Louis ribs with their special Pfred's Preferred Pfries. Now, I was born/raised in the south so you better have some good BBQ; let's just say they have some work to do. These ribs were a little meaty but very fatty cuts. The sauce was way too thick and had the only taste. There was not even a smoke ring on the meat; what a shame. The fries, which looked great, did not meet expectations. They had way too much cheese and came nothing close to the standard of cheese fries, Outback. Overall, a decent meal and great experience; the wings were the best.
Rating: 7.5
Monday, October 25, 2010
Dining with David: Menches Bros.
Menches Brothers - Uniontown, OH - October 25, 2010
http://www.menchesbros.net/
What is billed as the "Inventors of the Hamburger and Ice Cream Cone" turned out to be located right across the street from our hotel. This place was recommended by our client as a must try; not necessary the best but very unique. The atmosphere is a little mix of a family and bar type. I just had to try the famous Festival Burger (named for one of the winners of the National Hamburger Festival). This thing was a nice juicy piece of meat with jalapenos, jalapeno jack cheese and bacon (always a good thing). I will not say this is the best burger I have ever had, not even the best in the past week (Five Guys was much better), but it was a good burger. Not exactly one of those places you go back to a lot but good to try.
Rating: 7
http://www.menchesbros.net/
What is billed as the "Inventors of the Hamburger and Ice Cream Cone" turned out to be located right across the street from our hotel. This place was recommended by our client as a must try; not necessary the best but very unique. The atmosphere is a little mix of a family and bar type. I just had to try the famous Festival Burger (named for one of the winners of the National Hamburger Festival). This thing was a nice juicy piece of meat with jalapenos, jalapeno jack cheese and bacon (always a good thing). I will not say this is the best burger I have ever had, not even the best in the past week (Five Guys was much better), but it was a good burger. Not exactly one of those places you go back to a lot but good to try.
Rating: 7
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Thought of the Week - October 23, 2010
“Responsibility comes to one who is prepared for it as certainly as harvest follows seed time.”
~ Robert H. Jackson
~ Robert H. Jackson
Dining with David: Five Guys
Five Guys Burgers & Fries - Homewood, AL - October 22, 2010
http://www.fiveguys.com
My wife and I got the chance to eat lunch together (for a change) and she decided on a great chain (yes, normally not my selection, but this is one exception), Five Guys. This is one great little burger place. I think I love the fries even more though. You get to start off with a little basket of peanuts just to kick in the taste-buds. Your meal is fixed to order so you know it is fresh and tasty. The burger is normally two patties of hand pressed real meat on a toasted bun with a selection of your choice of toppings. My favorite is the bacon (yes, bacon makes anything better) burger with mustard, ketchup and BBQ sauce. The fries are hand-cut and fried with crispy outside (with the skin still on) and soft on the inside. These are one of my favorite fries anywhere.
Great meal and even better company; love the special times I get with my bride.
Rating: 9
http://www.fiveguys.com
My wife and I got the chance to eat lunch together (for a change) and she decided on a great chain (yes, normally not my selection, but this is one exception), Five Guys. This is one great little burger place. I think I love the fries even more though. You get to start off with a little basket of peanuts just to kick in the taste-buds. Your meal is fixed to order so you know it is fresh and tasty. The burger is normally two patties of hand pressed real meat on a toasted bun with a selection of your choice of toppings. My favorite is the bacon (yes, bacon makes anything better) burger with mustard, ketchup and BBQ sauce. The fries are hand-cut and fried with crispy outside (with the skin still on) and soft on the inside. These are one of my favorite fries anywhere.
Great meal and even better company; love the special times I get with my bride.
Rating: 9
Saturday, October 16, 2010
Dining with David: Hilton Biltmore Park
Hilton Biltmore Park - Asheville, NC - October 16, 2010
http://www.biltmorefarmshotels.com/hilton/
Well, what another great day. Visited Hickory, NC and then back to downtown Asheville for the Mast General Store and Grove Arcade. Then came back to our nice hotel, the Hilton, and we both got a wonderful massage from the Sparrow Spa. With that kind of day, no need to go out for dinner. We ordered room service and we did good. It came hot and fresh, the bread was still steaming, and was a very good meal. We had the arugula salad to start; then had the special of the day, blackened salmon with pineapple salsa and finger potatoes. The salmon had a good texture and tasted great. The best part, and surprise, was the sweet potato fries; these things were lightly fried with a slight coating; no need to put anything on these things; we just downed them. What a great meal to have in-room.
Rating: 8.5
http://www.biltmorefarmshotels.com/hilton/
Well, what another great day. Visited Hickory, NC and then back to downtown Asheville for the Mast General Store and Grove Arcade. Then came back to our nice hotel, the Hilton, and we both got a wonderful massage from the Sparrow Spa. With that kind of day, no need to go out for dinner. We ordered room service and we did good. It came hot and fresh, the bread was still steaming, and was a very good meal. We had the arugula salad to start; then had the special of the day, blackened salmon with pineapple salsa and finger potatoes. The salmon had a good texture and tasted great. The best part, and surprise, was the sweet potato fries; these things were lightly fried with a slight coating; no need to put anything on these things; we just downed them. What a great meal to have in-room.
Rating: 8.5
Travels with David: Hickory Furniture Mart
Hickory Furniture Mart - Hickory, NC - October 16, 2010
http://www.hickoryfurniture.com/
How could a day in NC get better for Molly than to go to one of the largest furniture stores around. This place is huge (4 stories) with nearly 100 stores; all representing 1000 manufactures. Sad part (or good) is we didn't buy a thing. Molly found a kitchen table but left it there. I found a massage chair but she would not let me buy it; only several thousand $$$$; best chair I have ever tried. This thing is like a space ship with a control panel and it auto adjusts you in the ideal positions for the massage; great idea for Christmas present!
Once again, just another great day with my beautiful bride.
http://www.hickoryfurniture.com/
How could a day in NC get better for Molly than to go to one of the largest furniture stores around. This place is huge (4 stories) with nearly 100 stores; all representing 1000 manufactures. Sad part (or good) is we didn't buy a thing. Molly found a kitchen table but left it there. I found a massage chair but she would not let me buy it; only several thousand $$$$; best chair I have ever tried. This thing is like a space ship with a control panel and it auto adjusts you in the ideal positions for the massage; great idea for Christmas present!
Once again, just another great day with my beautiful bride.
Thought of the Week - October 16, 2010
“Begin somewhere. You cannot build a reputation on what you intend to do.”
~ Elizabeth Smith
~ Elizabeth Smith
Friday, October 15, 2010
Travels with David: Biltmore Estate
Biltmore Estate - Asheville, NC - October 15, 2010
http://www.biltmore.com/
Well, Molly and I wanted to find our dream estate, this is it. Love the house, but love the estate even more. Anytime you can have a private 3 mile drive to your house, this is a good thing. Nothing like rounding that corner and BAM, there it is. We spent 6 hours inside/around this massive house. This included the normal tour and the behind the scenes rooftop tour; this extra was well worth it. The views from the very top roof were fantastic. Even to see how the granite tiles are hand tied to metal bars for the entire roof is unbelievable. This house is huge and done the right way; guess if you have unlimited funds you can do that.
The best part of the whole day was just spending time with my beautiful bride!
http://www.biltmore.com/
Well, Molly and I wanted to find our dream estate, this is it. Love the house, but love the estate even more. Anytime you can have a private 3 mile drive to your house, this is a good thing. Nothing like rounding that corner and BAM, there it is. We spent 6 hours inside/around this massive house. This included the normal tour and the behind the scenes rooftop tour; this extra was well worth it. The views from the very top roof were fantastic. Even to see how the granite tiles are hand tied to metal bars for the entire roof is unbelievable. This house is huge and done the right way; guess if you have unlimited funds you can do that.
The best part of the whole day was just spending time with my beautiful bride!
Dining with David: Cedric's Tavern
Cedric's Tavern - Antler Hill Village-Biltmore, Asheville, NC - October 15, 2010
http://www.biltmore.com/visit/dining/cedrics_tavern/
After 6 hours at the Biltmore, we drove over to the Antler Hill Village, on the Biltmore grounds, and split a late lunch. We started with some pretzel rolls and Lusty Monk butter mustard; wow, these were good. Big pretzel balls with hard, crusty, pretzel exterior and soft interior; the butter mustard was really good on these. Our meal was a split barbecue chicken sandwich; bbq chicken with chipotle ketchup, bacon and cheese fondue on Texas toast. Either we were very hungry or this was a very good open sandwich. We changed the side to get home-made chips; these were waffle chips fried just right. Very nice, quick meal.
Rating: 8.5
http://www.biltmore.com/visit/dining/cedrics_tavern/
After 6 hours at the Biltmore, we drove over to the Antler Hill Village, on the Biltmore grounds, and split a late lunch. We started with some pretzel rolls and Lusty Monk butter mustard; wow, these were good. Big pretzel balls with hard, crusty, pretzel exterior and soft interior; the butter mustard was really good on these. Our meal was a split barbecue chicken sandwich; bbq chicken with chipotle ketchup, bacon and cheese fondue on Texas toast. Either we were very hungry or this was a very good open sandwich. We changed the side to get home-made chips; these were waffle chips fried just right. Very nice, quick meal.
Rating: 8.5
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Dining with David: Asheville Pizza
Asheville Pizza and Brewing Co - Asheville, NC - October 14, 2010
http://ashevillebrewing.com/
Well, we got into Asheville and decided we were hungry; no lunch today. Molly decided she wanted pizza for dinner so I searched for the best pizza place in town. Once I saw this place, very unique, I just knew we had to go. Now, let me first say that this is not Molly's kind of place. Where else can you have self seating in a small area with a game room on one side and a 150 seat movie house ($3 per) on the other. Now, the crowd in attendance is not your normal run of the mill (maybe why Molly kept giving me the look). The pizza was good; the crust was the best part. We got a split, one side with all the healthy meat stuff I like and the other with all that nasty, bad for you vegetable stuff for her. The atmosphere is great; would love to have something like this back home.
Rating: 7
http://ashevillebrewing.com/
Well, we got into Asheville and decided we were hungry; no lunch today. Molly decided she wanted pizza for dinner so I searched for the best pizza place in town. Once I saw this place, very unique, I just knew we had to go. Now, let me first say that this is not Molly's kind of place. Where else can you have self seating in a small area with a game room on one side and a 150 seat movie house ($3 per) on the other. Now, the crowd in attendance is not your normal run of the mill (maybe why Molly kept giving me the look). The pizza was good; the crust was the best part. We got a split, one side with all the healthy meat stuff I like and the other with all that nasty, bad for you vegetable stuff for her. The atmosphere is great; would love to have something like this back home.
Rating: 7
Travels with David: Chimney Rock
Chimney Rock State Park - Chimney Rock, NC - October 14, 2010
http://chimneyrockpark.com/
As part of our mini-vacation, we wanted to stop somewhere on the way to Asheville; well, we picked a great spot. Chimney Rock is the poster child for NC and it is a great view. The drive to the little village and up the mountain reminds you of Chattanooga and LookOut Mountain; not good. I made the great decision for us to walk up to the chimney rather than ride the elevator; and well, let's just say that was fun; 30 minutes of straight up wooden stairs and rock steps; at 2280 feet above sea level; with several breaks on the way. Molly is still reminding me of that decision. A great place to visit. Notice my own photo of the chimney taken from the Opera Box.
http://chimneyrockpark.com/
As part of our mini-vacation, we wanted to stop somewhere on the way to Asheville; well, we picked a great spot. Chimney Rock is the poster child for NC and it is a great view. The drive to the little village and up the mountain reminds you of Chattanooga and LookOut Mountain; not good. I made the great decision for us to walk up to the chimney rather than ride the elevator; and well, let's just say that was fun; 30 minutes of straight up wooden stairs and rock steps; at 2280 feet above sea level; with several breaks on the way. Molly is still reminding me of that decision. A great place to visit. Notice my own photo of the chimney taken from the Opera Box.
Saturday, October 9, 2010
Travels with David: Special Painting - Bear
Sips n Strokes - Vestavia Hills, AL - October 7, 2010
www.sipsnstrokes.com
Well, my wonderful bride (of 22 yrs) and my daughter decided to go do a little painting. I did help in picking the subject matter but they went and did the work, painting. What a great time for a little mother/daughter time and dad gets the rewards; not a bad deal. My beautiful bride painted an historic, grandeur picture of the one and only Bear Bryant. I love it.
www.sipsnstrokes.com
Well, my wonderful bride (of 22 yrs) and my daughter decided to go do a little painting. I did help in picking the subject matter but they went and did the work, painting. What a great time for a little mother/daughter time and dad gets the rewards; not a bad deal. My beautiful bride painted an historic, grandeur picture of the one and only Bear Bryant. I love it.
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Thought of the Week - October 9, 2010
10 Commandments for Big Ideas:
1. Be passionate about the idea
2. Let quality differentiate your product or service
3. Select your company name carefully
4. Believe in yourself
5. Step out of your comfort zone
6. The "devil is the details"
7. Experiment and listen to your customers
8. Select the right people for your team
9. Value your employees
10. Persistence wins the race
~ Mac Anderson (Simple Truths)
1. Be passionate about the idea
2. Let quality differentiate your product or service
3. Select your company name carefully
4. Believe in yourself
5. Step out of your comfort zone
6. The "devil is the details"
7. Experiment and listen to your customers
8. Select the right people for your team
9. Value your employees
10. Persistence wins the race
~ Mac Anderson (Simple Truths)
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
Dining with David: Zed451
Zed451 - Chicago, IL - October 6, 2010
http://www.zed451.com/
Well, it was bound to happen; my co-worker and myself, traveling together the past two weeks, have had good but not great food; this was about to change. After a long day of work and a little research of local activities, we thought we wanted steak; best we could do was a 09:30 reservation; not going to happen. I decided to punt back to our original choice last night, a restaurant called Zed451. This is the best choice we could have made.
What a great atmosphere and wonderful service; everyone was pleasant and truly wanted to have fun and assist anyway they could. With great atmosphere and service, only thing left is the food. Not to be disappointed, the food was wonderful. We had grilled ribeye, asian pork belly, salt cod brandade, red deer, blackened catfish, moroccan chicken, ahi tuna with miso soy vinaigrette, rump roast, citrus dusted atlantic salmon, amaretto & pistachio duck breast, buttermilk bottom sirlon and the topped with truffle oil bread. The food was fantastic. Not to be outdone, we ended with a piece of banana cream pie (caramelized bananas, crunchy brittle outside with a homemade chocolate guinness ice cream); this is not any dessert I have had before; this was just fantastic (wish my bride could have been here).
Wow, what a great meal!
Rating: 9.80
http://www.zed451.com/
Well, it was bound to happen; my co-worker and myself, traveling together the past two weeks, have had good but not great food; this was about to change. After a long day of work and a little research of local activities, we thought we wanted steak; best we could do was a 09:30 reservation; not going to happen. I decided to punt back to our original choice last night, a restaurant called Zed451. This is the best choice we could have made.
What a great atmosphere and wonderful service; everyone was pleasant and truly wanted to have fun and assist anyway they could. With great atmosphere and service, only thing left is the food. Not to be disappointed, the food was wonderful. We had grilled ribeye, asian pork belly, salt cod brandade, red deer, blackened catfish, moroccan chicken, ahi tuna with miso soy vinaigrette, rump roast, citrus dusted atlantic salmon, amaretto & pistachio duck breast, buttermilk bottom sirlon and the topped with truffle oil bread. The food was fantastic. Not to be outdone, we ended with a piece of banana cream pie (caramelized bananas, crunchy brittle outside with a homemade chocolate guinness ice cream); this is not any dessert I have had before; this was just fantastic (wish my bride could have been here).
Wow, what a great meal!
Rating: 9.80
Travels with David: SkyDeck Chicago
SkyDeck Chicago - Chicago, IL - October 6, 2010
http://www.theskydeck.com/
What used to be known as the Sears Tower is now the Willis Tower. What a great marvel to actually go up 103 floors and view several states and the entire city of Chicago. Even better, walk out on the Ledge and look straight down over 1,300' below; this is good stuff.
http://www.theskydeck.com/
What used to be known as the Sears Tower is now the Willis Tower. What a great marvel to actually go up 103 floors and view several states and the entire city of Chicago. Even better, walk out on the Ledge and look straight down over 1,300' below; this is good stuff.
Travels with David: Navy Pier
Navy Pier - Chicago, IL - October 6, 2010
http://www.navypier.com/
I had the pleasure to be here over a month ago for the Tall Ship Festival; since there was so much going on, I was not able to really enjoy Navy Pier. This trip allowed me the opportunity to visit the park again and actually ride the Ferris wheel this time. What a great little park area with so much to do. With a 150' height, the Ferris wheel is great.
http://www.navypier.com/
I had the pleasure to be here over a month ago for the Tall Ship Festival; since there was so much going on, I was not able to really enjoy Navy Pier. This trip allowed me the opportunity to visit the park again and actually ride the Ferris wheel this time. What a great little park area with so much to do. With a 150' height, the Ferris wheel is great.
Travels with David: Sheraton Chicago
Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers - Chicago, IL - October 5-7, 2010
I was forced to stay in a hotel that our company was reviewing; now, not just a regular hotel but the Sheraton Chicago downtown. They put me up in the Illinois suite which was not bad; in addition, they provided lots of little goodies to help sway my thoughts about the hotel. My corner room up on the 33rd floor was not bad at all; great view at night and in the morning; love the views of Lake Michigan and the canal going through town.
I was forced to stay in a hotel that our company was reviewing; now, not just a regular hotel but the Sheraton Chicago downtown. They put me up in the Illinois suite which was not bad; in addition, they provided lots of little goodies to help sway my thoughts about the hotel. My corner room up on the 33rd floor was not bad at all; great view at night and in the morning; love the views of Lake Michigan and the canal going through town.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
Dining with David: Pizzeria Uno
Pizzeria Uno - Chicago, IL - October 5, 2010
http://www.unos.com/
Well, I have said I had always wanted to go to the one and only, the original Uno's; well now I have been. Talk about a great atmosphere; small corner restaurant with little tables jammed in next to each other; they even take your order when you put your name on the waiting list (save time to get your pizza). My comrade really wanted to go and we just had to try it out (now it did take $17 to park; big city, uck). We ordered the favorite, the Numero Uno. I have to say the food was nothing but just OK; nothing special what-so-ever. The pizza crust is bland with a little corn meal while the sauce is very runny and big tomato chunks and not really that much taste. The sausage is a huge patty spread across the pie and takes up most of your taste buds. The pepperoni is on top (different for Chicago style) and not even fully cooked; weird. I would recommend anyone to go for one time, try it out, but the pizza is not near as good as Gino's East right down the street.
Rating: 6.5 (Atmosphere)
http://www.unos.com/
Well, I have said I had always wanted to go to the one and only, the original Uno's; well now I have been. Talk about a great atmosphere; small corner restaurant with little tables jammed in next to each other; they even take your order when you put your name on the waiting list (save time to get your pizza). My comrade really wanted to go and we just had to try it out (now it did take $17 to park; big city, uck). We ordered the favorite, the Numero Uno. I have to say the food was nothing but just OK; nothing special what-so-ever. The pizza crust is bland with a little corn meal while the sauce is very runny and big tomato chunks and not really that much taste. The sausage is a huge patty spread across the pie and takes up most of your taste buds. The pepperoni is on top (different for Chicago style) and not even fully cooked; weird. I would recommend anyone to go for one time, try it out, but the pizza is not near as good as Gino's East right down the street.
Rating: 6.5 (Atmosphere)
Monday, October 4, 2010
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