Located in Kearney Mesa, this tea place is definitely a hidden gem. In addition to serving milk teas, which are tea based with cream in them, they also serve tea frescas daily. The day I went, they had a black Continue reading Camillia Rd. Tea Bar→

Hachi Ramen is a ramen joint located in Hillcrest, California. They serve mainly ramen bowls, with things like poke and dumplings on the side. It’s one of the best ramen places I’ve ever been to. Rating: 11/10

Located in Old Town Orange, the restaurant looks like an old fashioned filling station. They serve all kinds of items including breakfast all day, steaks, deli sandwiches, and fish.  Rating: 9/10

Founded by Matt Hefner and Sean Brennan in 2011, the Pie Hole is a unique gourmet pie experience. They have several locations, the original in LA. They serve sweet and savory pies and coffee that is brewed by them.  Rating: Continue reading The Pie Hole LA→

A hole in the wall hamburger joint in Ocean Beach, California. Most days, it’s very poular and boasts long lines stretching the length of the block. It’s specialities include hamburgers and huge ice cream shakes fresh from the kitchens.  Rating: Continue reading Hodad’s→

Where do I begin? Located in Escondido, Burger Bench is a gourmet burger restauraunt that serves tater tots, handmade milkshakes (not pictured), and (of course) burgers. I wasn’t expecting to like this place, but I was pleasantly surprised. The burgers Continue reading Burger Bench→

Every Sunday, from 8AM-1PM, the Rancho Santa Fe Farmer’s Market is open for business. There’s live entertainment, a variety of eateries, fruit and vegetables fresh from the source, and many artisans, eager to show off their products. Rating: 10/10

Located in Kearney Mesa, Cafe Hue serves belgian waffles, crépes, and gelato. They are a unique, creative joint with interesting interior design and free wifi (because free wifi is good). Rating: 10/10

We first discovered North Park Produce when we were looking for somewhere to eat after my music lesson at Bertrand’s. North Park Produce, tucked into a corner right by Big Lots, serves kabobs, rice, Mediterranean delicacies, and, of course, tandoori Continue reading North Park Produce→

Costa Brava is a traditional style Spanish restaurant that serves many delicacies from Spain. Their menu includes jamon serrano, dry cured ham and paella, a rice dish that can contain shrimp and chicken and can even contain rabbit and snail. Continue reading Costa Brava→