Colorado Chow

Jonathan Gold's 3 Things to Eat on Colorado Before you DIE

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 00:11:00 +0000

In the February 26 - March 4, 2010 issue of LA Weekly, they published a spceical insert with Johnthan Gold's "99 Things to Eat In L.A. Before you DIE" list. Obviously, there are some tasty stuff on the list but I just wanted to list the 3 items that made it onto Mr. Gold's list that were located on Colorado Blvd.

Little Flower Candy Company
- for their Sea-Salt Caramels
1424 W. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, CA 91105, (626) 304-4800
littleflowercandyco.com

Casa Bianca
- for their Sausage and Eggplant Pizza
1650 Colorado Blvd., Eagle Rock, CA 90041, (323) 526-9617
casabiancapizza.com

Euro Pane
- for their Egg Salad Sandwich
950 E. Colorado Blvd., Suite 107, Pasadena, CA 91106, (818) 577-1828

Galco’s Soda Pop Stop: Off Colorado - Highland Park

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 06:15:00 +0000

This place gets written about a lot so I haven't posted on it before. I have to admit, it is one of the coolest soda shops around. If you've never been, you MUST check it out. Their inventory is amazing and you can go on forever discovering new flavors that you never knew existed. They also got classic candies that will bring back a flood of childhood memories. If you are ever feeling down, this is the place to come to get a smile.

So I'm posting on this place because it was used as the backdrop for a music video of the song "How the day sounds" by Greg Laswell. I watched the video and I needed to go back to visit Galco.

The embedding may be disabled but you can go to YouTube and watch it.

Galco's Soda Pop Stop
5702 York Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90042 (323) 255-7115
Mon-Sat 9am - 6:30pm; Sun 9am - 4pm
sodapopstop.com

Sandwich Story: Slightly Off Colorado in Pasadena

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 15:21:00 +0000

This joint is a stones throw away from Pasadena City College right accross the street. I've been eying the awning of this place when I drive east on Colorado. I figured it was a cafe so I decided to take a looksee. Turned out to be Sandwich Story, whose sandwiches are some of the best value around. You can easily get a meal for under $5.

A mom and pop family run operation, very simple place. They tie the whole "story" in their name into the menu with specials called Chapter 1, Chapter 2..etc. Cute. They do sandwiches, some specials like spaghetti, some breakfast items, coffee/espresso and blended drinks/smoothies/shaved ice. Their sandwiches are basic, simple, and not fussy.

I know what it's like to be a starving student. It was in college when I really honed my skills in finding those good cheap eats options and staying away from the chains. I can say, that if I were a PCC student, I'd be here all the time. And they have free wi-fi to boot.

I've been a few times since discovering this place. This pic is of the Chicken Almond Sandwich. Get the roll and ask for it to be toasted. I'd come here over Subway any day.

From other reviews, it does seem that their hours are very closely tied to the school, which makes sense. So plan accordingly.

Sandwich Story
12 Harkness Ave, Pasadena, CA 91106 (626) 793-0072
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm; Sat 10am-2pm; Sun closed

Blue Dot Acai and Yogurt ParfaitSlightly Off Colorado

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 16:07:00 +0000

I've never been to Brazil. Always wanted to go. According to Mike, one of the founders of this new Blue Dot operation, he's been to Brazil and got hooked on the Acai smoothies. Coming back to the US, he couldn't really find the good stuff. So he set out to bring Acai to Eagle Rock.

This joint went through about one and half years of work to finally open. I passed by the work in progress many times and I had my doubts as to whether it would open or not. Kudos to Blue Dot for hanging in there.

So now that they are open, I do my Eagle Rock duty to try to support local businesses. And now, I'm a convert to Acai. The Acai bowls are more of a meal than a quick snack. The pic here is of the Original Acai bowl (partially eaten - sorry couldn't wait to dig into it before the photo op) - with acai, granola, bananas and drizzle of honey. They have two more versions as well. Lately, I've been getting into the Acai Triple Antioxident with blueberries, kiwi, raspberries and shaved coconut.

Ask them about Acai and they will launch into the health benefits of this berry.

They do have the Froyo yogurt parfaits with your usual toppings. I've had this too and it's good. So, if anyone visits me with a craving for Pinkberry, I'd just stay local.

The place is a work in progress. They're throwing artwork on the walls. Very minimal. Some seating but no tables. I see people just eating in their cars. I would suggest a few tables.

Blue Dot Acai and Yogurt Parfait
10am - 10pm
5110 Townsend Ave. Los Angeles, CA 90041
bluedotacai.com

Little Flower Candy Company1422 Colorado Blvd. Pasadena

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sat, 05 Sep 2009 16:45:00 +0000

There is some great scone action happenning at the Little Flower Candy Company operation.

How about a Ham and Cheddar scone? Had to have one when I saw it. They also had a Goat Cheese and Thyme scone. So I had to have that one too.

Little Flower Candy Company
1422 W. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena CA 91105 (626) 304-4800
Mon-Sat: 7AM - 5PM; Sun: 8AM - 3PM
littleflowercandyco.com

Previous post on Little Flower Candy Company

Congrats to Colorado! Jonathan Gold's 99 Essential LA List

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 20:35:00 +0000

So, this week Jonathan Gold's 99 Essential LA Restaurant list was published in the LA Weekly.

Of course, there are many excellent eats all over Los Angeles, but as you would expect, many of the restaurants that made Jonathan Gold's list reside on some main culinary arteries of Los Angeles like Melrose Ave., Beverly Blvd. and Wilshire Blvd. From the list, I counted 6 restaurants on Melrose Ave, 5 on Beverly Blvd. and 5 on Wilshire Blvd.

What you may not expect is that in fourth place with 4 restaurants is - you got it - Colorado Blvd Baby!!

So a BIG CONGRATULATIONS out to the 4 Colorado joints to make it on to Jonathan Gold's elite list for 2009.

They are:

Casa Bianca
1650 Colorado Blvd., Los Angeles CA 90041 (323) 256-9617
Tues-Thurs 4pm-12am; Fri-Sat 4pm-1am; Sun-Mon closed

Euro Pane Bakery
950 E Colorado Blvd. Ste 107 Pasadena, CA 91106 (626) 577-1828
Mon-Sat 7am-5:30pm; Sun 7am-3pm

Larkins
1496 Colorado Blvd. Eagle Rock, CA 90041 (323) 254-0934
Wed-Fri 11:30am-3:30pm, 5:30pm-9:30pm; Sat 11am-3:30pm, 5:30pm-9:30pm; Sun 11am-3pm

Oinkster
2005 Colorado Blvd. Eagle Rock, CA 90041 (323) 255-6465
Mon 11am-10pm; Tue-Thu 11am-11pm; Fri-Sat 11am-12am; Sun 11am-10pm

Man, now I'm getting hungry. May just have to do a Jonathan Gold 2009 Colorado Blvd. Food Crawl today. Yum....

ColoradoChow Back in the House!

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 15:53:00 +0000

I'm back from my one year plus sabbatical. I know you've been pulling up my blog a few times a day for the past year, to see if I posted something new and I truly do apologize for the silence.

I hope you understand, I just needed some time off to fast for a year and bond with my inner child.... I only jest. I haven't stopped eating and exploring. I don't think I can. It's in my blood (and I think my doctor has figured this out as well).

Anyhoo, I just stopped posting because I got lazy. But hey, I own the damn domain - I paid for it - so I can sit on it if I want. Ha...

And a shout out to all the food bloggers out there that didn't have any faith in me and dropped ColoradoChow from their blogroll.

I'll be back soon with more Colorado Chow even if no one reads this crap.

I'm out for now. Gotta go eat.

The Coffee Barrel Cafe2982 E Colorado Blvd., Pasadena

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sun, 20 Apr 2008 00:22:00 +0000

I was out for/to lunch (however you want to interpret that) and wasn't sure where to go. I was close to Fu Shing so I went into the parking lot, but then I saw this cafe hidden toward the back of the plaza. So I went in to check it out and I'm sure glad I found this place.

At first I wasn't so impressed by the interior - you have sponged orange-yellow walls, barrels and a couple of water fountains around. I was thinking that the food could go either way by the looks of the joint. There were a few folks eating there and their sandwiches looked great and they had satisfied faces, so I stuck around and got me their signature roast beef sandwich.

I got everything and had them do it the way they like to do it. In this puppy they put cheddar cheese, signature dressing, ortega chili, red leaf lettuce, red and green peppers, alfalfa sprouts, and onions (they don't put tomatoes in right now). Jammed pack with all that they panini it. This sucker was saucy but good. Totally hit the spot.

I went back and had me a Turkey Sandwich which has provolone cheese, dressing, fire roasted red peppers, sliced pepperoncinis, red leaf lettuce, red and green bell peppers, alfalfa sprouts and onions - sans tomatoes.

They do like 15 different sandwiches and I intend on eating every one of them so I'll be back for more.

The other thing that makes the experience here so great is the customer service. These folks are super-friendly and make you feel right at home. With joints like this around, there is absolutely no reason to go to some chain.

And, I haven't been, but on Sundays they do all-you-can-eat pancakes. They do have a breakfast sandwich menu and they also do Belgium waffles. I may have to check this out sometime.

The Coffee Barrel Cafe
2982 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena CA 91107 (626) 844-0177
Mon-Fri: 7am-7pm; Sat: 8am-7pm Sun: ?

Sushiya: Off-Coloardo, Pasadena

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 01:30:00 +0000

So I finally got around to eating at Sushiya - after going to La Estrella so many times. It's in the same minimall.

This is a classic tiny hole-in-the-wall joint that is not the "best" sushi in the world, but is very serviceable for lunch and is of excellent value. They do a all-you-can-eat thing but its not some lame sushi buffet like Todai - nope you get to sit at the sushi bar and yell out your order and see them make your nigiri.

Don't expect to get the coolest hippest decor, don't expect the best customer service, don't expect to get fish flown fresh from Japan or some hard to find seafood, don't expect to find the cleanest space - your table may be sticky, don't expect to come here to party down with Japanese expats, don't expect to be able to entertain a group here. They do it straight-forward here - which is fine for what it is.

I was surprised at the size of the sashimi cuts on the nigiri. Overall, a very satisfying lunch and I'll be back for sure when I have a hankering for sushi at lunch. You'll never find me at the Kabuki chain down the street - I mean why go there for sushi, when you can chill at Sushiya?

Sushiya
2525 E Foothill Blvd #2, Pasadena, CA 91107 (626) 795-1311

Lee's Hoagie House2269 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 21:51:00 +0000

I already did a post on this joint in the past. Since then, I've been coming here at least once a week for lunch.

Just wanted to pay homage to their awesome Chicken Hoagie.

Lee's Hoagie House
2269 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, A 91107 (626) 577-2250
M-F: 7am-7pm; Sat: 7am-4pm

Big Mamma's and Papa's Pizzeria1772 E. Colorado, Pasadena

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 22:05:00 +0000

I first heard about it from one of the blog comments (Thanks BadAss). This is actually a chain with several locations. You won't believe it but they do a 36" pizza. And they have a box for it! Go to the back parking lot and you'll see stacks of them. Unbelievable.

I've been driving up and down Colorado but never saw the place until recently. So I stopped by for lunch and they actually do a slice of this big pie. And they have a box for a slice too! This slice is probably bigger than a personal pizza at any other joint. So I had me a slice with mushrooms.

Now I can't say that the pizza itself is my favorite but it was decent and just to witness a slice of a huge pizza pie was worth the small price. The crust is thin but I found the pizza "wet". Could be b/c of the mushrooms. I'll have to try another topping another time.

I put a quarter and a regular size pen on the pan so you could get some perspective in the pics.

BTW: They actually deliver this 36" pie. And some stats on it from their website: Six pounds of homemade dough, homemade pizza sauce, eight pounds of mozzarella cheese and 100 slices of Pepperoni. The Big Papa weighs about 20 pounds. The Big Papa is sliced in about 60 3”X 3” square slices.

Big Mamma's and Papa's Pizzeria
1772 E. Colorado Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91106(626) 397-2727
Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm; Fri-Sat 11am-11pm
36pizza.com

A & A Golden Grill 2616 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sat, 16 Feb 2008 08:18:00 +0000

Been passing by this place for a while so I just stopped by for lunch. It's new - I noticed them last year. It's accross the street from the Post Office. From what I can gather just by looking at the joint from the outside, I was expecting some Zankou wannabe - like Zorbas. But this place was different.

It's a clean space but would win no interior design awards. They do have your Rot chicken and falafel, but instead of trying to be another Zankou, they are shooting in the direction of a fast food version of say Carousel or Raffis. They actually do kabobs, lule, fish (sole), lamb, and lamb chops - which I haven't seen at other joints.

I ordered a chicken lule sandwich which included a drink and fries. It was a big sandwich and the entire bill was under 8 bones. Not bad for a lunch.

Now, they start cooking on order so if you choose the kabobs, it can take a little time to cook. And as far as flavor, I didn't find the chicken lule as well seasoned and as tasty as say Carousel or Raffis but for a fast food lunch - it hit the spot.

I'd certainly come back here for lunch and sample some more stuff.

Also, I did notice that they do party platters. This might be of interest for some of the businesses around the area - if they need to feed a bunch of folks at the office.

A & A Golden Grill Mediterranean Fast Food
2616 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena CA 91107 (626) 356-9191
aagoldengrill.com

Viva Tacos La Estrella: Off Colorado - Pasadena

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sun, 03 Feb 2008 04:58:00 +0000

Let's continue on this La Estrella kick. There are many La Estrella locations and taco trucks in the area. I've been to the La Estrella Taco Truck on York Blvd. a bunch of times and have been recently visiting the La Estrella Taco Truck on Colorado Blvd. For this post, I visited the La Estrella on Foothill in Pasadena in a small minimall with a small tight parking lot. You may want to just park on the streets on your visit.

The thing to try at this particular location is the fish taco. It's not a small affair either so order multiple tacos with caution. You'll find a satisfying mix of heat from the hot sauce, cool from the crema, and crunch from the fried fish batter and cabbage.

I don't know what is true or not but I read on Chowhound about the divorce of the husband and wife who ran the La Estrella business. According to the chowhounder, they heard that the couple split but they still get to run different La Estrella locations and the husband got the fish taco recipe in the settlement.

I tried tacos with various meats there and they are okay. I'd stick with the fish tacos.

Viva Tacos La Estrella
2525 E Foothill Blvd, Pasadena, CA 91107 (626) 584-9815

La Estrella Taco Truck: Colorado and Highland View

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sat, 26 Jan 2008 17:30:00 +0000

As the commentor pointed out on my post about the La Estrella Taco Truck on York, La Estrella has established a presence on Colorado Blvd. in Eagle Rock. Their blue Taco Truck is parked on the corner of Colorado and Highland View in a gas station lot.

I've been stopping by for late night tacos many-a-times since finding about this taco truck!

La Estrella Taco Truck
Colorado and Highland View, Eagle Rock
Hours unknown

Little Flower Candy Company1422 Colorado Blvd

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sat, 19 Jan 2008 16:55:00 +0000

In the former Bees Knees Bakery location, on the stretch of Colorado Blvd that connects Eagle Rock to Pasadena, the Little Flower Candy Company has finally found a retail location.

I've been seeing the Little Flower Candy marshmallows in different locations over the years.

While I'm not a huge fan of marshmallow in general, I was intrigued by these and have sampled them before. For me personally, I can only eat half of one piece but from all the marshmallows I've tasted in my lifetime, these are among the best. I can see why Christine (the candy maker) has a following. It's lucky for Eagle Rock that she was able to find a space close by.

Compared to the former Bees Knees, the new space design is more open and friendly to customers. And, being lame person that I am, I finally discovered that there is a parking lot in the back of the building!

They also have these chocolate bead/pearl/caviar thingies that are basically chocalate covered biscuit balls. A bead-shaped Pocky-like thing, if you will. Ask for a sample - they're great and just imagine them on ice cream or maybe you are more into Pinkberry.

Before walking in initially, I was just expecting assortments of candies but they are doing some excellent pastries, croissants, scones, muffins, and they have good coffee. Perfect spot to stop by if you are jogging/walking/biking in the area.

They also do lunch too! They have soup, salads, and sandwiches. The pic is their rare roast beef sandwich.

I overheard Christine say that in the summer, she's thinking to have a deck in the rear of the space for a patio. That would be excellent!! I know I'll be coming by for sure. And oh.. from my understanding, there is wifi as well. I think I may have found my 2008 summer hangout....

Little Flower Candy Company
1422 W. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena CA 91105
(626) 304-4800
Mon-Sat: 7AM - 5PM; Sun: 8AM - 3PM
littleflowercandyco.com

Happy New Year!!

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 05:43:00 +0000

Happy New Year to everyone who has the ill fate to drop into this blog.

I haven't slowed down - I'm still plowing my way up and down Colorado Blvd. and vicinity. I'm also happy that Eagle Rock is getting more and more exciting by the day. Even LA Magazine (Jan 2008 issue) is offering ten reasons why Eagle Rock rocks!

Wishing everyone excellent chow for 2008!

La Estrella Taco Truck: Off Colorado - Highland Park

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sun, 30 Dec 2007 04:17:00 +0000

After an evening of bar hopping down in the Highland Park area, if you need that little something before calling it a night, you can always stop by La Estrella's Taco Truck parked on York Blvd. near Ave 54.

You'll find this taco truck in many of the Top 10 listings of Taco enthusiasts and authorities.

On one particular night, I needed a couple al pastor tacos at $1.25 a pop.

La Estrella Taco Truck
At York and Ave 54, Highland Park, CA 90042

fresh & easy: Off Colorado - Glassell Park

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sat, 22 Dec 2007 17:36:00 +0000

A new neighborhood grocery store, fresh & easy, openned on Eagle Rock Blvd. a few months back in Glassell Park. Their mission is to make fresh, wholesome food accessible and affordable to everyone. Lots of organic stuff there.

What they are trying to be is a more "affordable" Whole Foods or perhaps we can nickname them Traders VonsCo(?).

In any case, what do they do cut some operational costs? They pretty much prepackage everything (while at the same time increasing package waste) and reduce the choices. The displays are more sterile - costco-ish in grocery store shelving. They replace checkout stands with self-checkout stands (with some manned by staff).

So, if you live around the area, I would recommend going there and checking out all the aisles to see what they have and to try anything that may be appealing to you. Basically, figure out the items that you may actually consume.

While I could spend hours at a Whole Foods exploring and sampling different things, with fresh & easy I would only use the place as a quick in and out type of shopping.

fresh & easy Neighborhood Market
4211 Eagle Rock Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90065 (323) 255-1113
Open daily 8AM - 10PM
freshandeasy.com

My TacoOff Colorado - Highland Park

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sat, 15 Dec 2007 22:15:00 +0000

I confess that I went to this place after reading a review by Pulitzer Prize Winning Jonathan Gold in the LA Weekly. I've driven south down Figueroa many times but I never made a left turn on York - so I never saw this place.

First off, the location is kinda funny. My Taco has huge yellow signage and is in the middle of a minimall parking lot with a Chinese place next door. There is some DUI center(?) and a liquor store in the same lot. Supply and demand symbiosis at work, I guess.

The specialty of My Taco is the Barbacoa - stewed lamb. The dish is served with onions, cilantro, some tortillas and a cup of goat consommé.
With a description like that how can you not try it? And let me tell you, if you are into lamb, this sucker is really good. I only got the "half" portion and I couldn't finish it. I'm scared to see what the "full" portion looks like.

The various reviews on this place also talk about their Carne Asada Fries and their Potato Tacos, but whatever. I'm sticking to the lamb.

And about this pic - I already polished off a few Barbacoa tacos off a "half" order before I realized I didn't take a picture.

My Taco
6300 York Blvd Ste 4, Los Angeles, CA 90042 (323) 256-2698

Cindys Restaurant1500 Colorado Blvd Eagle Rock

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Wed, 05 Dec 2007 22:49:00 +0000

This is another old post that was in draft mode. Trying to clean up and get stuff posted by the end of the year.

Earlier this year, some people were apparently racing on Eagle Rock Blvd and one car crashed into Cindys. The building looked horrible. See for yourself. I hardly go to Cindys because it is your basic diner schlop food but I felt bad for the restaurant.

So, after they fixed up their joint, I did visit them a couple times to help them out. It is an old working restaurant that started like in 1946 or something. It's been there for a while. I wish the food were better.

While they were working on fixing the place up, I was wondering if they would do anything different with the interior. They matched everything to the orange decor that it was before. By the way, if you have anyone you know who is obsessed with orange, this is is a place to take them.

Cindy's Restaurant
1500 Colorado Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90041 (323) 257-7375

P.S. What is it about Colorado Blvd and crashing into food establishments. In 2007, Swork's front enterance was crashed into and also Pete's Burger joint was crashed into as well.

Elements Kitchen andHeritage Wine and SpiritsOff Colorado: Pasadena

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sat, 17 Nov 2007 08:26:00 +0000

Some bad news and some good news.

First two bits of bad news: I went by Elements Kitchen for lunch the other day on Fair Oaks and found that they are no longer plating and, instead are serving food in to-go containers. The food is still great but not as well presented as before. Second, I also found out that their plans to move to Eagle Rock are no more. I was really bummed to hear that. I was looking forward to having them in Eagle Rock. In fact, I was wondering why the "for lease" sign was still up on the Colorado building that they were supposed to move into.

And now for the good news: I found out that Elements Kitchen and Heritage Wine Company are working together now at the Heritage Wine shop location. There is some great food happenning at Heritage - including a Tasting Menu, Dessert Tasting Menu, Charcuterie and Cheese plates. The dishes are not your huge dinner portions, so you can try a bunch of different things and have some great wine too. Go check it out! Drop in for a drink or dinner.

I also heard that on occassional Mondays they do something special - like an oyster bar or a sushi/sake tasting. And apparently they are working on a Sunday Brunch. I signed up for their email lists so I can get the scoop.

This partner relationship just happenned like a month ago, so everything is new and evolving. I recommend checking it out and giving them some feedback. I leave you with some Osso Buco I had there the other day.

elements kitchen
107 South Fair Oaks Ave, Suite 110, Pasadena, CA 91105 (626) 440-0100
www.elementskitchen.com
Read Part I and Part II

Heritage Wine and Spirits
155 N. Raymond Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103 (626) 844-9333
heritagewinecompany.com

Brownstone Pizzeria2108 Colorado Blvd. Eagle Rock

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sat, 03 Nov 2007 16:43:00 +0000

Eagle Rock is getting more exciting by the day. Just a few weeks ago, Brownstone Pizza openned its doors. As the name would suggest, they do a decent thin crust New York pizza.

The no-frills interior has a few tables but it certainly won't be featured in any interior design magazine. The staff are still working out the early business kinks but are super nice and appreciative of the customers.

It's great to have a close neighborhood pizza joint where you don't have to wait hours and you can get pizza by the slice. On top of that they use real mushrooms.

However, to be completely honest, if we are just focusing solely on pizza, I do have to say that, although its making some waves on Chowhound, I wouldn't personally classify this place as a food destination where people should drive accross town to get to. For me, I'd be more likely to drive to Larchmont Village Pizzeria.

Having said that, one of the great things is that Brownstone Pizza is located right next to the Colorado Wine Company. So the combination of the experience changes in a synergistic way. You can grab slices before, during, or after some wine/beer tasting.

I just hope that Brownstone Pizza can get the city to let them stay open later.

Brownstone Pizzeria
2108 Colorado Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90041 (323) 257-4992
Mon - Sat: 11:30 am - 9:00 pm; Sun 3:30 pm - 9 pm

Italian Bakery and Deli: 1726 Colorado Blvd

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sat, 20 Oct 2007 20:25:00 +0000

I needed a quick bite to eat so I went to the Eagle Rock Italian Bakery right across the street from Toxic Belch (Taco Bell). I got me a quick sandwich and it hit the spot. They do a good sandwich here.

This is a real neighborhood family institution. I've talked to many grown adults who reminisce about growing up in the area and who stopped by the Italian Bakery all the time as a kid.

They carry basic Italian grocery goods and Italian baked goods. They make cannolis, cookies and cakes. They bake bread daily. They can do party platters, and can make stuff for events...etc.

It took all my will power not to get some pasteries/desserts. See what I mean?

Italian Bakery and Deli
1726 Colorado Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90041 (323) 255-8224

Fish King Part II: Off Colorado - Glendale

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Sun, 07 Oct 2007 03:49:00 +0000

I was digging through my old food photos when I ran into this pic. I know this ain't right but I figured I'd post it anyway.

I did a post a while ago on my go-to fish store, Fish King and their galley. Someone commented about their fried soft shell crab. Well this is what we were talking about.

The comment was regarding how thick the fried batter is compared to typical lightly dusted and fried soft shell crab in most Japanese restaurants.

I agree with the poster in that I prefer the lightly dusted and fried ones. But, if you get a chance, try these at Fish King. I've never had a meatier soft shell crab and I'll continue to order these.

Now, the part that ain't right is that these suckers are not available now, so you'll have to wait til' next year. Sorry folks.

Fish King
722 N Glendale Ave Glendale, CA 91206 (818) 244-0804
Mon-Sat 9am-7pm; Sun 11am-5pm
Glendale Courtyard Website - only site I found for them

Linda Rosa Meat Market: Off Colorado - Pasadena

noreply@blogger.com (chowchow) — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 01:16:00 +0000

Well summer is officially over. I have to say that I've had some great grub throwing some BBQs over the last few months. Due to the scorching heat, I usually like grilling fast and what better than carne asada. And being the ~~lazy~~ efficient person that I am, I checked out a few carnecerias for pre-seasoned meats.

My go-to place is called Linda Rosa Meat Market in Pasadena - a hole-in-the-wall small grocery in the back of a sad looking parking lot. They have a meat section in the far corner of the store and this is the best carne preparadas and pollo preparadas that I've found in the area.

Linda Rosa Meat Market
1827 E Villa St. Pasadena, CA 91107 (626) 449-8698