Your Top 10 Favorite Restaurants!

[xoutofstepx]

List your top ten favorite restaurants. They do not have to be in order. Fast food doesn't count. Also, post links to their sites if not well known. I was going to do top five, but I know I have more than five favorites. :)

1. Cheesecake Factory
2. Olive Garden
3. Swingers http://www.swingersdiner.com (http://www.swingersdiner.com/)
4. Wheel of Life http://www.wheelofliferestaurant.com (http://www.wheelofliferestaurant.com/)
5. Bodhi Tree http://www.bodhitreecafe.net (http://www.bodhitreecafe.net/)
6. Veggie Grill http://www.veggiegrill.com (http://www.veggiegrill.com/)
7. California Pizza Kitchen
8. Fuddruckers
9. Lucilles BBQ (weird because I am vegetarian) http://www.lucillesbbq.com (http://www.lucillesbbq.com/)
10. Pokez http://www.pokezsd.com (http://www.pokezsd.com/)

[huitzi]

I know many good restaurants, unfortunately theyre all in Mexico:(

[Neccros]

are those all in OC??

[9otpwnd]

List your top ten favorite restaurants. They do not have to be in order. Fast food doesn't count. Also, post links to their sites if not well known. I was going to do top five, but I know I have more than five favorites. :)

1. Cheesecake Factory
2. Olive Garden
3. Swingers http://www.swingersdiner.com (http://www.swingersdiner.com/)
4. Wheel of Life http://www.wheelofliferestaurant.com (http://www.wheelofliferestaurant.com/)
5. Bodhi Tree http://www.bodhitreecafe.net (http://www.bodhitreecafe.net/)
6. Veggie Grill http://www.veggiegrill.com (http://www.veggiegrill.com/)
7. California Pizza Kitchen
8. Fuddruckers
9. Lucilles BBQ (weird because I am vegetarian) http://www.lucillesbbq.com (http://www.lucillesbbq.com/)
10. Pokez http://www.pokezsd.com

WHAT no che cafe... shame shame ha

[xoutofstepx]

are those all in OC??

No. Swingers is in Hollywood and Pokez is in San Diego. :)

WHAT no che cafe... shame shame ha

haha I wouldn't consider that a restaurant. Plus, the food isn't the best. They do have some good fries though :tup: .Speaking of, I haven't been there in soo long. Maybe because they don't have many good shows anymore.

[bugzy]

1. The Mission - http://www.themissionnp.signonsandiego.com/
2. Hash house a go go - http://www.hashhouseagogo.com/
3. Jakes Del Mar - http://www.jakesdelmar.com/

[xoutofstepx]

1. The Mission - http://www.themissionnp.signonsandiego.com/
2. Hash house a go go - http://www.hashhouseagogo.com/
3. Jakes Del Mar - http://www.jakesdelmar.com/

Come on Lon. I know you have more than three favorites!

[9otpwnd]

haha I wouldn't consider that a restaurant. Plus, the food isn't the best. They do have some good fries though :tup: .Speaking of, I haven't been there in soo long. Maybe because they don't have many good shows anymore.[/quote]

your list is about the same as mine minus a few of those vegan restaurants ive never ate at and lucilles biscuits are bomb I think thats worth $8 VV at che
Saturday, December 15th

Live Bands: Allegiance, Bitter End, Internal Affairs, Violation, Down Again, and Feed - Doors 6:30PM, Show 7PM $8

[xoutofstepx]

Yes the biscuits with the apple butter mmmmmm. :)

That show doesn't appeal to me. Sorry duuuude. The hardcore I like is from the 80's/90's. :)

[bugzy]

1. The Mission - http://www.themissionnp.signonsandiego.com/
2. Hash house a go go - http://www.hashhouseagogo.com/
3. Jakes Del Mar - http://www.jakesdelmar.com/
4. Phil's BBQ - http://www.philsbbq.net/

[Paul]

Americana off PCH in Del Mar
Prado in Balboa Park
Fusion (DUH!) in Clairemont
Takhrai Thai in Scripps Ranch
Teri Cafe in Clairemont

[kooz]

1. The West (Carlsbad) www.weststeakandseafood.com (http://www.weststeakandseafood.com)
2. Ruth's Chris Steakhouse www.ruthschris.com (http://www.ruthschris.com)
3. Olive Garden
4. The Brigantine (Poway) www.brigantine.com (http://www.brigantine.com)
5. The Cheesecake Factory

[Monster8V]

I know many good restaurants, unfortunately theyre all in Mexico:(


Me too but I dont know any of their names! :D

[Neccros]

Damn.... now I am hungry!!

[Paul]

The Brigantine SUCKS!

Stone Bistro in Escondido

[kooz]

The Brig has some very cute waitresses :D

[Kelly Girl]

1. my house [seriously my BF CAN COOK]
2. Lucille's
3. Monaco's [in rancho cucamonga by Henry's]
4. Casablanca [in Claremont 91711] moroccan
5. Flemings [steak house]
6. Gyu Kaku [tableside grill]
7. Sushi Maru [best sushi in the IE]
8. Haandi [indian]
9. Saturn Cafe [in Santa Cruz] veg/vegan
10. Walter's [Claremont, ca] Afghan cuisine


these are just in the order i can remember them

[chris]

Texas Lucy's
Hooters
TGIF
On the Border
Olive Garden
Arbys
Wendy's
Panda Xpress
Jack n' the Box
Del Taco

:p

[Paul]

The Brig has some very cute waitresses :D

I will give you that.

[Aaron]

You guys are forgetting Buca di Beppo, its really good http://www.bucadibeppo.com/
And also Veracruz Fish House, http://fishhouseveracruz.com/

[Paul]

http://pacificfish.hiltonrestaurantgroup.com/ downtown SD

[bugzy]

1. The Mission (North Park SD) - http://www.themissionnp.signonsandiego.com/
2. Hash house a go go (Hillcrest SD) - http://www.hashhouseagogo.com/
3. Jakes (Del Mar) - http://www.jakesdelmar.com/
4. Phil's BBQ (Sports Arena SD) - http://www.philsbbq.net/
5. Fish Market (Del Mar) - http://www.thefishmarket.com/
6. Butcher Shop (San Diego) - http://www.butchershop.signonsandiego.com/
7. 94th Aero Squadron (San Diego) - http://www.94thaerosquadron.signonsandiego.com/

[Bimmer Pilot]

You guys are forgetting Buca di Beppo, its really good http://www.bucadibeppo.com/
And also Veracruz Fish House, http://fishhouseveracruz.com/

Buca's is good, just loud...
I usually just buy my fish from Vera Cruz and cook it at home...

Texas Lucy's
Hooters
TGIF
On the Border
Olive Garden
Arbys
Wendy's
Panda Xpress
Jack n' the Box
Del Taco

:p

I think I know where all them are
:bump:

[NaKoRuRu]

Man, whats up with Olive Garden??? I worked there for 4 years... and that place sucks d****y balls...

[ManaSteel]

in no particular order off the top of my head

ruthchris's steakhouse
jasmine's chinese at the bellagio
macaroni grill
lublae thai food in rosemead
ocean star sea food dim sum in monterey park
in n out
pinks hot dogs
roscoes chicken and waffels

[Bimmer Pilot]

Man, whats up with Olive Garden??? I worked there for 4 years... and that place sucks d****y balls...
Never been a fan of Olive Garden. I can seriously count the number of times I have been there on one hand...

In Temqla, there is Scarcella's and Anthony's Ristorante that blow them outta the water...

[oc-audica]

anyone ever been to Kings Hawaiian Grill in Torrance?
shits bombay! my pops is the chef; also former chef @ wolfgang pucks, ruths criss, and muldoons all in newport all those are on my tops too except for wolfgangs shit was wayy greeezy

[addicted2thevr6]

i dont have my full list because i can think straight right now. i am sitting in the pub on my campus haha and studying for finals.


i cant believe i havent seen The Yard House on any of the lists. that restaurant is awesome


AND... another nice thing about this thread, is that if i can convince or pay a girl enough money to go on a date with me. i will have a lot of restaurant options ;]

[creanium]

Epazote Oceanview Steakhouse (http://www.epazotedelmar.com/) (Del Mar)
Primavera Ristorante (http://www.primavera1st.com/) (Coronado)
The Marine Room (http://www.marineroom.com/) (La Jolla)
Ruth's Chris Steakhouse (http://www.ruthschris.com/) (Del Mar, Downtown SD)
Zenbu Sushi Bar (http://www.zenbu.signonsandiego.com/) (La Jolla)
Tapenade (http://www.tapenaderestaurant.com/) (La Jolla)
Oceanaire Seafood (http://www.theoceanaire.com/) (Downtown SD)
Rei do Gado Brazilian Barbecue (http://www.reidogado.net/) (Downtown SD)
On the Border (http://www.ontheborder.com/) (Mira Mesa)
Macaroni Grill (http://www.macaronigrill.com/Home/Default.aspx) (Escondido)

[9otpwnd]

i dont have my full list because i can think straight right now. i am sitting in the pub on my campus haha and studying for finals.


i cant believe i havent seen The Yard House on any of the lists. that restaurant is awesome


AND... another nice thing about this thread, is that if i can convince or pay a girl enough money to go on a date with me. i will have a lot of restaurant options ;]

off campus pub, cal state fullerton

[NaKoRuRu]

i cant believe i havent seen The Yard House on any of the lists. that restaurant is awesome

nah, i don't agree, that place is known for all the different beer they serve and have on tap. not the food. Great place to hang out and drink tho, like bostons. food sucks there as well... but they have cheap happy hour and a decent bar. :tup: I think the best restaurants are the mom and pop ones. Where they still make food the old fashion way. I hardly ever eat out, any more...

[GTi_01]

in no order:

1. Joe's Sushi (riverside)
2. Bella Trattoria - Italian Bistro (mission inn riverside)
3. River Kwai - Tai Restaurant (moreno valley)
4. Sushi Station (riverside)
5. Pinnacle Peak Steak House (colton)
6. Souplantation
7. TGI Fridays (best drinks for your buck! and gotta love that jack daniels sauce!)
8. John's Burgers (san bernardino)
9. Ruby Tuesdays (went to one in atlanta)
10. Joe's Italian Food (moreno valley)


eww cheesecake factory :puke:their food is horrible except for the soup.

[oc-audica]

in no order:

6. Souplantation
eww cheesecake factory :puke:their food is horrible except for the soup.
i can't believe you talk bad about cheesecake fact. but have souplantation on your list!

i too like souplantation but def. not better than

[Bimmer Pilot]

I don't have a full list, but I'd throw on there:

Oak Room Steakhouse - Pala Casino http://www.palacasino.com/dining/oak_room.aspx
Casa Guadalajara - Old Town SD http://bazaardelmundo.com/guad2006.shtml
Yellow Coyote - Carlsbad (same creator as Epazote) http://www.yellowcoyotetortillafactory.com/home.html
El Cholo's - LA, Santa Monica, Irvine http://www.elcholo.com/
Mulberry St. Pizza - LA http://www.mulberrypizza.com/
Poncho's - Phoenix
III Forks Steakhouse - Dallas http://www.3forks.com/location.php?c=0&n=0&g=0
Carver's Steakhouse - Rancho Bernardo
Pappadeaux - AZ and TX http://www.pappadeaux.com/
Sonny Bryan's - Dallas http://www.sonnybryans.com/

***Edit, I'll be damned, I do have a list ;)

When Pigs Fly (bbq) - Annapolis, MD
Cool River - Dallas http://www.coolrivercafe.com/home.php?c=2

and who can argue with Casa Bonita as Numero Uno ?
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[adidaRATM]

1. Macaroni Grill

[GTi_01]

i can't believe you talk bad about cheesecake fact. but have souplantation on your list!

i too like souplantation but def. not better than

but souplantation is for soup and salads. thats why i like it. ccf just isnt good. i've ate at the san francisco and victorian gardens and its still crap no matter which one you eat at. :tdown: dont get me wrong their cheesecake is very good, but thats all i go for.





and ooooh i forgot about Macaroni Grille! good one Ronny!

[TOYr32]

Hmmm. . . .

1. Il Postale . . . Italian (Sunnyvale, CA)
2. Bistro Don Giovanni . . . Italian / French (Napa, CA)
3. Martini House . . . Not Sure (St. Helena, CA)
4. Mama Mia's . . . Italian (San Jose, CA)
5. Straits . . . Asian Fusion (San Jose, CA)
6. Elephant and Ocean . . . Asian Fusion (San Jose, CA
7. Fajita Republic . . . Mexican (Puerto Vallarta, Mex)
8. Parrot Club . . . Mexican / Cuban (San Juan, PR)
9. Rockin' Baja Lobster . . . Mexican (Old Town SD, CA)
10. El Agave . . . Mexican / Tequila Bar (Old Town SD, CA)

[protijy337]

1.) Don Carlos (la jolla)
2.) Ki's (PCH cardiff)
3.) Pizza Port (PCH Solana Beach)
4.) Stone Bistro in Escondido
5.) Souplantation
6.) Rubios
7.) The Field (downtown)

[veedubber7]

Phil's BBQ :tup::tup:
hash house is awesome!
cheesecake factory is good, their menu is huge!
Donovan's
giglioni brothers
santanas
hodads

[addicted2thevr6]

nah, i don't agree, that place is known for all the different beer they serve and have on tap. not the food. Great place to hang out and drink tho, like bostons. food sucks there as well... but they have cheap happy hour and a decent bar. :tup: I think the best restaurants are the mom and pop ones. Where they still make food the old fashion way. I hardly ever eat out, any more...

i dont know man... i work there so i have had a lot of the food they make, and to date i think you are the only one that says it sucks. yea all plates cant be the best, but i wouldnt say any of them suck

[Bimmer Pilot]

i dont know man... i work there so i have had a lot of the food they make, and to date i think you are the only one that says it sucks. yea all plates cant be the best, but i wouldnt say any of them suck

Haven't been yet, but I know there is one soon coming to Murrieta...

[NaKoRuRu]

i dont know man... i work there so i have had a lot of the food they make, and to date i think you are the only one that says it sucks. yea all plates cant be the best, but i wouldn't say any of them suck

I'm not saying Yard House sucks. Of course all restaurants have a dish that is their specialty. All I'm saying is Yard House is known for their beer NOT their food. Like I said... great place to kick back with friends oder a few appetizers and pound a few drinks.

Edit: http://yardhouse.com/beer.asp I've had friends who worked there. And they all agreed people like all the different beers you can buy there. Isn't one of Yard House's main attractions the "half yard long" beer bong thingy? I know I usually get that along with an appetizer every time I go.

[addicted2thevr6]

I'm not saying Yard House sucks. Of course all restaurants have a dish that is their specialty. All I'm saying is Yard House is known for their beer NOT their food. Like I said... great place to kick back with friends oder a few appetizers and pound a few drinks.

Edit: http://yardhouse.com/beer.asp I've had friends who worked there. And they all agreed people like all the different beers you can buy there. Isn't one of Yard House's main attractions the "half yard long" beer bong thingy? I know I usually get that along with an appetizer every time I go.

i see what you are saying, but i still feel it is thought of as a delicious eatery. 2nd to the beer selection of course.

instead of the half yard... unless you really want a half yard of a certain beer.... you should get the six pack sampler. its the best value and you get 6 diff beers/cider/stout all that stuff, unless its happy hour. i swear i am not trying to be a salesman haha. just what i like

[GTi_01]

i think the riverside yardhouse opened up.

[Kelly Girl]

Hmmm. . . .

1. Il Postale . . . Italian (Sunnyvale, CA)
2. Bistro Don Giovanni . . . Italian / French (Napa, CA)
3. Martini House . . . Not Sure (St. Helena, CA)
4. Mama Mia's . . . Italian (San Jose, CA)
5. Straits . . . Asian Fusion (San Jose, CA)
6. Elephant and Ocean . . . Asian Fusion (San Jose, CA
7. Fajita Republic . . . Mexican (Puerto Vallarta, Mex)
8. Parrot Club . . . Mexican / Cuban (San Juan, PR)
9. Rockin' Baja Lobster . . . Mexican (Old Town SD, CA)
10. El Agave . . . Mexican / Tequila Bar (Old Town SD, CA)


hell yeah MAMMA MIAs i forgot all about that place

[NaKoRuRu]

i see what you are saying, but i still feel it is thought of as a delicious eatery. 2nd to the beer selection of course.

instead of the half yard... unless you really want a half yard of a certain beer.... you should get the six pack sampler. its the best value and you get 6 diff beers/cider/stout all that stuff, unless its happy hour. i swear i am not trying to be a salesman haha. just what i like


:tup:

[TOYr32]

We should add a favorite dish to the add to every favorite eatery, in case people haven't eaten there before!!!

[TOYr32]

1. Il Postale . . . Italian (Sunnyvale, CA)
Salmon with Lemon Caper Sauce
http://ilpostale.com/
2. Bistro Don Giovanni . . . Italian / French (Napa, CA)
Steak Frites (Ribeye)
http://www.bistrodongiovanni.com/
3. Martini House . . . Not Sure (St. Helena, CA)
Pan Roasted Lamb Chops
http://www.martinihouse.com/
4. Mama Mia's . . . Italian (San Jose, CA)
Chicken Parmigiana
http://mamamias.com/
5. Straits . . . Asian Fusion (San Jose, CA)
Spicy Basil Chicken
http://www.straitsrestaurants.com/
6. Elephant and Ocean . . . Asian Fusion (San Jose, CA)
Fire Cracker Chicken
http://www.eotrading.com/
7. Fajita Republic . . . Mexican (Puerto Vallarta, Mex)
Shrimp Fajitas
http://www.fajitarepublic.com/
8. Parrot Club . . . Mexican / Cuban (San Juan, PR)
Grilled Lobster
http://www.oofrestaurants.com/parrotclub/index.htm
9. Rockin' Baja Lobster . . . Mexican (Old Town SD, CA)
Fiesta Bucket
http://www.rockinbaja.com/
10. El Agave . . . Mexican / Tequila Bar (Old Town SD, CA)
Crispy Chicken Tacos
http://www.elagave.signonsandiego.com/

[xoutofstepx]

We should add a favorite dish to the add to every favorite eatery, in case people haven't eaten there before!!!

Good idea!

[Slapshotnerd]

A couple I frequent:

- Gyu Kaku (usually torrance, but sometimes pasadena)
- Orochon - J-town
- El Torito Grill (shrimp and filet mignon quesadillas!)
- Kabuki (hollywood and vine)
- The Shabu Shabu place in Life Plaza in Puente Hills (dunno the name of it)

[Kelly Girl]

Gyu Kaku has the best desserts

[GTi_01]

- Kabuki (hollywood and vine)


Laker Rolls FTMFW !! :tup:
we have one at the Victorian Gardens.

[SoCal_GLI]

1. Teo Leo's in Mira Mesa
2. Mac and Jacks (i dont know if it's a chain, but they ate here in Washington)
3. Claim Jumpers
4. Juanbertos
5. Robertos
6. Garcia's (by 64th and Indian School in Phoenix)
7. Varrazanos (Here in Washington, best italian food ive ever had other than mom's)
8. In & Out (i know, its not a restaurant but i really really want a doulbe double)
9. Buca deBeppo
10. Dave and Busters

[NaKoRuRu]

Laker Rolls FTMFW !! :tup:
we have one at the Victorian Gardens.

Jeez get it right Jesse. It's Victoria Gardens (http://www.victoriagardensie.com/).

And its sad, but I've worked at up to 3 of the 10 restaurants on peoples lists :p

[GTi_01]

wuteva andie. Go make me a samich! :slap:



oh btw.. we'll be having a new years keg party at my place :tup:

[NaKoRuRu]

wuteva andie. Go make me a samich! :slap:



oh btw.. we'll be having a new years keg party at my place :tup:

hey fk u dude... just trying to help you stop making yourself look like an ass. when someone asks you where gyu kaku and kabuki are...:rolleyes:

[bugzy]

Valentines is coming up, just a good post for those looking for restaurants

[9otpwnd]

felixs continental cafe in orange
pepes mexican food right across the street from csuf

[FunktasticVR6]

1. Chillis
2. Outback
3. Olive Garden
4. Elephant Bar
5. Denny's
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
*I know there's a lot more, but I'm drawing a blank, haha- I'm easy to please :)

[mitssn]

The Brigantine SUCKS!

Stone Bistro in Escondido

Beer is great --- THE FOOD SUCKS!!!!



1. Fidel's Norte in Carlsbad!!

[mitssn]

1. Chillis
2. Outback
3. Olive Garden
4. Elephant Bar
5. Denny's
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
*I know there's a lot more, but I'm drawing a blank, haha- I'm easy to please :)

Chili's is your favorite?? You need to break free from the chain restuarants my friend!

[FunktasticVR6]

Chili's is your favorite?? You need to break free from the chain restuarants my friend!
I know, lol-- but they have a variety of awesome drinks-- and yeah...... I do need to try more things... :rolleyes: :)

[zRockstar]

Bugzy knows his shit, props for 94th Aero Squadron!

1. Cheesecake Factory
2. Claim Jumpers
3. Phil's BBQ
4. Miami Grille in Poway
5. 94th Aero Squadron
6. Butcher Shop
7. Steak Escape in Poway
8. World Famous in Mission Bay
9. Big Bertha's in P.B. (bring back the tempura style chicken strips dammit!)
10. Hamburger Factory in Poway
11. Oggis Pizza in Carmel Ranch