1 Fork :: The Happy Fork

Feb

2011

Beijing Express for quick and cheap American style Chinese takeout

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Truly a hole in the wall joint. Great prices and good flavors can be found here. The new owners are just getting started at this cook to order spot, and I expect even better things from them in the near future (like decor). The cook/owner hales from the Hilton in San Gabriel and that means good roots. Again, a take out place with a few tables and a good choice if you are nearby downtown Santa Ana.

BBQ Pork and Broccoli Shrimp combo

No website, so call for hours. They speak very little English and they don’t prepare anything that is not on the picture menu.

Categories : 1 Fork, CA, Fork on the Road, Orange County, Southern California, The Happy Fork reviews

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Aug

2007

Pete’s Mexican Food

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An institution in Huntington Beach, Pete’s serves their take on mexican food. Get the chicken or ground beef taco – tasty ingredients, shells crisped on the grill. The carne asada burrito includes avocado, lettuce and tomato.
Notable Staff: Carlos and Jenny Gonzales

Pete’s Mexican Food
This information was accurate at the time of posting, but it’s always a good idea to call ahead or visit the website to confirm hours, location and other details.

213 5th Street
Huntington Beach, CA
One block from PCH
714.960.8797

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $10 or less

Categories : 1 Fork, Fork on the Road, Orange County, The Happy Fork reviews

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Aug

2007

L’Entrecote de Paris

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If you are craving for the traditional steak entrecote with au pavore skip this place. The prices are high ($ 8 sodas), portions small, and service poor.

L’Entrecote de Paris
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29, rue de Marignan
Paris 75008 France
50 yards off Champ De’ Eyses
01.42.25.28.60

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $20 to $30
Table seating, Credit cards, Beer and wine, Casual
Lunch and Dinner: 11:30 am to 1 am

Categories : 1 Fork, Europe, Fork on the Road, The Happy Fork reviews

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Aug

2007

Fouguet’s

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If you find yourself in Paris in August sometimes you have limited, elegant dining opportunities. This is what led us to Fouget for an overpriced, forgettable meal. Luckily the service and the company were wonderful and the evening didn’t suffer from the food nor the prices (Kir Royal 20 Euro Salade Galanga 26 Euro).

*Chateau Sirene 2002 Bordeaux at $ 75 a bottle was wonderful

Fouguet’s
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99, Avenue des Champs Elysees
Paris 75008 France
01.40.69.60.50

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $50 or more

Categories : 1 Fork, Europe, Fork on the Road, The Happy Fork reviews

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Aug

2007

La Tour Maubourg

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Chicken club was dry and tasteless. Entrecrote and frites were average as was the dessert crepes. Nice relaxing atmosphere and a comfortable patio.

La Tour Maubourg

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58 Bd de la Tour Maubourg
Paris 75007 France
Near Place des Invalides
01.45.51.47.26

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $10 to $20
Daily:

Categories : 1 Fork, Europe, Fork on the Road, The Happy Fork reviews

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Jan

2002

Polka Deli

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Fresh-made sandwiches of whole or sliced sausages, and other meats. Pierogi, cabbage rolls, and other Polish specialties are available at the lunch counter or to prepare at home.
What To Order: Golabki (cabbage rolls)

Polka Deli

This information was accurate at the time of posting, but it’s always a good idea to call ahead or visit the website to confirm hours, location and other details.

1710 Tustin Ave.
Orange, CA 92665
At Taft and Tustin Ave.
(714) 974-8276

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $10 or less
Patio, Closed Sunday, Cash only, Casual, Smoking on patio, Specialty Food Market
Lunch and Dinner: Mon-Fri 10 am to 6 pm
Deli to go only, no sandwiches: Sat 10 am to 4 pm

Categories : 1 Fork, Fork on the Road, Orange County, The Happy Fork reviews

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Dec

2001

Spaghettini Italian Grill

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I have to eat my words – in years past I used to dread going to Spaghettini’s – slow service, high prices and mediocre food. But times have changed, or maybe I have. My recent experiences at Spaghettini were fantastic – outstanding and speedy service, and wonderful dishes all around.

Pasta, Brick Oven Pizza, Chops and Chicken, Seafood
What To Order: Orecchietta pasta with broccoli rabe ($24) – just wonderful, Parmesan Crusted Sea bass is a perfectly cooked filet in a thin Parmesan crust topped with lemon butter sauce, served with garlic-mashed potatoes ($27)

Spaghettini Italian Grill

This information was accurate at the time of posting, but it’s always a good idea to call ahead or visit the website to confirm hours, location and other details.

http://www.Spaghettini.com/
3005 Old Ranch Parkway
Seal Beach, CA 90740
Just North of the 405 Fwy at Seal Beach Blvd.
562-596-2199

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $20 to $30
Bar dining, Private room, Table seating, Reservations, Late night, Credit cards, Bar, Beer and wine, Exceptional wine list, Snappy Casual, Entertainment, Catering, Limited parking
Lunch: Mon-Fri 11 am to 2:30 pm
Dinner: Mon-Fri 5 pm to 10 pm
Dinner: Fri-Sat 5 pm to 11 pm
Dinner: Sun 5 pm to 9:30 pm
Brunch: Sun 10 am to 3 pm

Categories : 1 Fork, Fork on the Road, Los Angeles County, The Happy Fork reviews

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Nov

2001

Chimayo Grill

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Chimayo started as a great idea, with David Whilhelm as executive chef, they served great Southwest cuisine. And though the food can be quite good, now it seems overpriced, and has inconsistent service.

Nonetheless, their seared Ahi tuna rolls, and grilled fish plates are excellent. They have a good wine list, a large selection of tequila, and it is conveniently located around the corner from the “Apple Store”!

Rare Ahi, Avocado and Tortilla Rolls with Cilantro-Chile Dipping Sauce ($13), Chimayo Locally Famous ‘Grilled Caesar’ with Chile Roasted Pumpkinseed with chicken ($12), Grilled Swordfish Steak with Green Chile Pesto and Mango Salsa ($22)
Best Dish: Seared Ahi Tuna Rolls
What To Order: Ahi rolls, Grilled Caesar, Fish Entrees

Chimayo Grill

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http://www.culinaryadventures.com/Pages/ChimGrill.html
327 Newport Center Drive
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Located in Fashion Island Newport Center

(949) 640-2700

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $20 to $30
Bar dining, Patio, Reservations, Credit cards, Bar, Beer and wine, Casual, Smoking on patio

Categories : 1 Fork, Fork on the Road, Orange County, The Happy Fork reviews

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Nov

2001

Balthazar

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A very popular bistro in NY.
What To Order: Pumpkin ravioli, saffron risotto, steak frites

Balthazar

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80 Spring St.

New York, NY 10003
212-965-1414

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $30 to $50
Bar dining, Late night, Closed Sunday, Credit cards, Bar, Beer and wine
Breakfast: Daily 7:30 am to 11 am
Lunch and Dinner: Daily 12 pm to 11:45 pm
After hours: Mon-Thu 12 midnight to 1:30 am
After hours: Fri-Sat 12 midnight to 2:30 am

Categories : 1 Fork, Fork on the Road, Northeastern U.S., The Happy Fork reviews

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Oct

2001

South City Kitchen

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Festive atmosphere, efficient service. Any appetizer is a winner. Not all entrees are great so pick wisely. Get their early and enjoy a drink at the next door Martini Bar.
What To Order: Fried green tomatoes, buttermilk fried chicken, crayfish and tasso ham

South City Kitchen

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www.southcitykitchen.com, www.fifthgroup.com
1144 Crescent Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30309
In midtown at 14th, a short taxi ride north of downtown.
404-873-7358

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $20 to $30
Brunch, Late night, Credit cards, Bar, Beer and wine, Smoking section
Lunch and Dinner: