I remember visiting The Sun Cafe when I was able to walk. Working people filled the booths and counter. There was the sense of history inside. The cafe first opened in 1925. My parents’ friends the Jeong family took it over in 1962. They let us look around the kitchen and offered us a meal […]
Burgers
STP Bar-N-Grill
I remember the STP commercials when I was a kid. I was intrigued when I saw STP on my way to get comic books. Seems STP makes burgers and bbq. I made a note to stop by and try this place.
The Balboa South
I’ve been a loyal patron of The Balboa for years. Sadly they closed this year and I was worried I would have to go without my favorite burger in San Diego. Luckily there is The Balboa South in Chula Vista. I haven’t visited the old downtown area before. Looks like they are doing construction to […]
Max’s Restaurant
I remember the old days when this was a Fuddruckers. The scent of burgers on the grill has been replaced by that of fried chicken. It’s the apocalypse and I’m the only one here at opening time on a Thursday.
The Balboa Bar & Grill
When a world ends, there’s always something left over. A story, perhaps, or a vision, or a hope. The Sandman – Neil Gaiman I remember the first time I stepped from the light into the darkness. Scent of beer and burgers was in the air. The Balboa would become my favorite place in town to get […]
Chicago Fire Grill
Pita bread scent filled the car. Owner George must have put it on the grill along with the steak. I ordered a steak pita and it was ready after about 10 minutes. Big juicy pieces of steak were overflowing the pita bread. I noticed char marks from the grill. Pita was fluffy and delicious. Loved […]
California Fish Grill
I was sad watching them rip out the guts of Fuddruckers. The kobe beef burger was great.
Smokey’s Lake Wohlford Cafe
Birds are chirping. Frogs are croaking. An eagle is circling overhead. Scent of rain fills the air. Roar of thunder comes down the mountain. Lake Wohlford is a nice relaxing spot to get away from the city. I have passed by the lake many times on the way to Valley View Casino.