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The food is fresh and hot is about all I can say for them. Authenticity isn't high. Although they do serve dishes like "Phoenix Claws" the authentic dim-sum taste is missing. Lots of offerings of...
The food is fresh and hot is about all I can say for them. Authenticity isn't high. Although they do serve dishes like "Phoenix Claws" the authentic dim-sum taste is missing. Lots of offerings of Americanized Chinese dishes will help diners more familiar with General Tso's and Chop Suey than with steamed white carrot cake (not to be confused with taro cake) and Hong Kong Congee.
That coupled with hostesses more concerned with getting people in and out on a busy weekend then ensuring the comfort of the elderly and very young put the nail in that coffin as far as I was concerned.
For those who have eaten excellent Dim Sum in San Francisco, Vancouver B.C. and Hong Kong, you will find that Noble Court falls short.
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One thing I can say for Baja Fresh is that they maintain excellent standards in all their stores. I first tried Baja Fresh with friends in San Diego who preferred it to Rubio's, and then enjoyed...
One thing I can say for Baja Fresh is that they maintain excellent standards in all their stores. I first tried Baja Fresh with friends in San Diego who preferred it to Rubio's, and then enjoyed Baja Fresh in the midwest with Mexican friends who gave it their thumbs up for good standard Mexican fare, and enjoy the same quality in Fremont as in Bellevue.
There's a wide menu to select from, with a variety of singlel menu items such as single fajitas for the light eater to combo plates for larger appetites. 3 different kinds of salsa (sauces) are provided that you can help yourself to. I enjoy the brown sauce - mole - (pronounced mo-lay) Service is fast and they bill themselves as quick and fresh, and not pre-cooked fast-food that's sitting under a heat lamp. Food is prepared only when ordered.
All in all, Baja Fresh is "nothing fancy" just good value for your money for standard, pretty authentic Mexican fare.
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Jerzy’s is a lovely little coffee house in Redmond. It looks like it used to be a residence. Their menu feature Crepes as well Panini style sandwiches. With only two crepe makers, service can be...
Jerzy’s is a lovely little coffee house in Redmond. It looks like it used to be a residence. Their menu feature Crepes as well Panini style sandwiches. With only two crepe makers, service can be a little slow if many are ordering crepes.
The standard crepes menu is offered with sweet as well as savory crepes such as the strawberries and crème or the Ham and Cheese and Turkey & spinach. For those on a short lunch break, they will take orders over phone or fax.
They roast their own coffee and serve tea as well as ice cream and a variety of desserts. Free WiFi is provided with a $5 purchase and they don’t care if you sit all day. There’s an upstairs lounge where groups often meet up and they do have events. The website isn't listed on Judy's book, so here it is. http://jerzyscoffee.com they've got pictures of the interior as well as exterior.
They roast their own coffee and also sell the beans. It’s a good roast and they promise never to over-roast their beans. No nasty bitter stuff trying to be passed off as good coffee here! Good coffee, great crepes, friendly staff more than willing to fill up your tea-pot with more hot water. I haven’t tried their Hot Panini sandwiches as I always go for their crepes.
The staff are young folk and I’ve had mixed up orders or large orders missing an item, but all in all, a great place to visit with friends or while away a rainy afternoon if you’re seeking a different environment in which to work / getting away from the office. Not nearly as loud or noisy as a Starbuck’s. You can’t go wrong here for a great little casual coffee house.
Four nostalgic stars for taking me back my student days and funky little coffee houses when I step in.
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Shamiana's is one of those places you love to visit and re-visit. The proprieters and staff are friendly as can be and never once have I had a hurried meal there. I've had to wait almost an hour...
Shamiana's is one of those places you love to visit and re-visit. The proprieters and staff are friendly as can be and never once have I had a hurried meal there. I've had to wait almost an hour for friends delayed by work and traffic before and they insisted I be seated instead of waiting in the lobby.
They serve a fragrant pullau (rice dish) which is deeply colored by tumeric and flavored by cardamon, topped by crispy, well browned, caramelized shavings of shallot.
I enjoy the Pakistani grills and the Biryani is also very flavorful. The Naan is cooked to order, always comes out hot and fluffy and a favorite of mine is the garlic Naan.
I dine with a vegetarian friend and he enjoys this restaurant greatly. Vegans will find the menu friendly as well as Shamiana's will state which items are "non-dairy" on their menu and buffet.
The owners lived in Pakistan and this is their interpretation of the cuisine. Save a little space for their wonderful Ginger Creme Brullee.
Dishes range from $12.95 for Vegetarian to $18.95 for lamb. Not your everyday dinner, but your "nice Restaurant" dining event.
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Cucina! Cucina! Italian Cafe is a chain and although I have not been to the one in Tacoma Mall or the one in Issaquah, I have dined at the Redmond Towne Center location many times.
They bill...
Cucina! Cucina! Italian Cafe is a chain and although I have not been to the one in Tacoma Mall or the one in Issaquah, I have dined at the Redmond Towne Center location many times.
They bill themselves as family friendly and encourage dining in the family style - cheerfully bringing you extra place settings for sharing. Service is excellent and the wait staff polite and helpful. They will also "customize' dishes for you. I've had them serve a Fettucinni Alfredo for a picky child with the sauce on the side and the noodles tossed in a butter sauce.
The menu is carefully chosen with dishes that will probably cover the tastes of any party. It carries the old standards such as Fettucinni Alfredo, Pepperoni, Sausage & Mushroom pizza, but also cater to more sophisticated tastes with such dishes as a Wild Mushroom Tetrazzini and a Pesto, Goat cheese & Artichoke pizza.
For standard American fare with an Italian flavor, they serve Steak with pasta and Baby back ribs with Mediterranean vegetables.
The sandwich, soup and salad sections also feature the old favorites as well as dishes with a more adventorous flavort. A chicken sandwich with tzatziki sauce and feta on bruschetta for example.
The appetizer of Flatbread served with roasted garlic & Cambozola is one of my favorites, as is the Gelato Ice Cream Pie on the desert menu.
The Redmond location serves Guinness on tap and the wine list contains a good selection of wines, arranged in order of flavor intensity - a fine way to assist a diner unfamiliar with the labels.
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Taj Palace serves up an excellent lunch buffet. Most places give you a choice of 4 entries and if you're lucky, an appetizer. This buffet boasts two rice dishes, 4 vegetarian and 4 meat dishes. ...
Taj Palace serves up an excellent lunch buffet. Most places give you a choice of 4 entries and if you're lucky, an appetizer. This buffet boasts two rice dishes, 4 vegetarian and 4 meat dishes. The traditional tandoori chicken is tasty and tender, the goat dish is a must try, no matter what it is. The complex spices chosen match well with the strong meat. The buffet also provides appetizers, fruit and salad as well as dessert - which comprise of two different indian cakes - I've encountered lentil, carrot and pumpkin, spiced rice pudding and those wonderful deepfried balls of dough in a sweet syrup.
Dinner is also excellent with "set" vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals available which comprise of small servings of several different dishses. A great way to taste many dishes.
Taj Palace does not skimp on the spices. Some indian restaurants cover lack of spice by increasing the heat. This is not true of Taj Palace. All that and endless Chai, good service and a friendly proprietor that greets you personally each time you visit, Taj Palace should be a favorite with anyone who enjoys indian food.
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How many ways can you make Pho? The answer is... very many. Than Brothers isn't gourmet Pho with exactly created broth. The broth can be a little bland sometimes, a little heavy on the salt...
How many ways can you make Pho? The answer is... very many. Than Brothers isn't gourmet Pho with exactly created broth. The broth can be a little bland sometimes, a little heavy on the salt sometimes. However, they give you a great variety of combinations of Beef to choose from - brisket, flank, tripe, tendon, round steak and meatballs. They also serve a Chicken Pho. The servings come in 4 different sizes - small / medium / large / x-large and you can also get extra noodles, meat or meatballs.
If you want a fast, cheap, hot meal in the Ballard area, it's hard to beat this. You also get a little cream-puff for desert.
Try the Vietnamese coffee. Which is very strong and very sweet (served with condensed milk)
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I first visited Tutta Bella on a recommendation by a Seattle friend. I found a clean and family friendly place with a casual atmosphere - I swear they had enough booster seats for half the...
I first visited Tutta Bella on a recommendation by a Seattle friend. I found a clean and family friendly place with a casual atmosphere - I swear they had enough booster seats for half the restaurant.
The pizza crust is light and crisp, the Tiramisu some of the best I've ever tasted and they even give you a seltzer chaser with your espresso. How much better can it get?
These days, my out of town friends insist on dining there whenever they come in.
I would rate it 9 out of 10 or 4.5 out of 5. The only minus being the uncomfortable chairs and the tables being a little small for a crowd. That being said, I'll tolerate a little discomfort for the great food.
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