Wolfgang Puck has restaurants all over the country, but The Source may be the most formal and unique. Situated next to the Newseum, The Source’s upstairs dining room is modern and sleek, with floor to ceiling windows and a two-story temperature controlled wine wall. The downstairs lounge for small bites is more of a scene, […]
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Majestic Restaurant
The Majestic Restaurant is back in business with the same name, same decor, but different owners. Housed in the historic Fitzpatrick Saloon building, it still has that 1920’s look, complete with the original blue and white tile floors. A highlight is the jazz pianist who holds court in the front room, adding a bit of […]
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In honor of this fabulous April weather, the KCUR Food Critics dished today about their go-to outdoor dining spots . I am out of town and wasn’t on the show, but wanted to share my list. Eating outdoors is one of my favorite pastimes. Classic Cup Cafe–a classic Plaza hangout. North–the couches and strategically located […]
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I’m certainly not the first to weigh in on the newest location of Blanc Burger and Bottles, but it’s still worth a mention. The Plaza venue is a big improvement over the original in Westport, which was way too small, and the Mission Farms location, which is way too loud. While this one may not […]
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Mi Ranchito is a local chain, with six restaurants around the area. It may not be particularly exciting, but it’s a place you can count on for good, solid, Mexican fare. I recently gave it a try and was pleasantly surprised. In fact, I think it’s better than any of its counterparts on Southwest Blvd. […]
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Kansas Citians may know Jake’s as La Cucina di Mamma, but a recent name change ties this little neighborhood gem more closely to the deli next door, which Jake Imperiale also owns. Though I’ve bought pastas, olives and sandwiches at Bella Napoli for years, it had been quite some time since I had eaten at […]
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Smashburger has come to town. The chain started in Denver just three years ago, and there are now close to 60 locations around the country. I went to a sneak peek prior to its opening and sampled a substantial amount of food. The menu is all about burgers of course, although a chicken breast can […]
Read the rest of this entry »Masa 14–Washington, DC
Off to DC to see the cherry blossoms? Looking for a fun place to go with a group? Check out Masa 14, a new spot opened by Zengo owner Richard Sandval, and Kazuhiro Okochi of Kaz Sushi Bistro. It specializes in Asian/Latin American small plates, an unbeatable combination in my book. It also has a […]
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“No chopped lettuce here, we’re not rabbits.” So said Ivan Marquez, owner and cheerleader of Frida’s, a new Mexican restaurant in Stanley. If you are familiar with Ixtapa in the Northland or Guadalajara Cafe at 103rd and State Line, you know this is not Tex-Mex. All three restaurants are owned by the same family, who […]
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