“Employee entrance only – Carla’s Kitchen” says the sign on the back door. Online references state that this is the former home of a place called “Grants Cafe”. But now, it’s all about “Sunset Family Pizza.” Is that a family named “Sunset?” Or an indication that the restaurant is “family friendly?” I didn’t care enough… Continue reading Gold Beach, OR – Sunset Family Pizza
Duluth, MN – Texas Road House
Texas Road House has grown to over 350 locations in 46 states (missing OR, WA, AK, HI), and is on a tear to open new ones in 2010. Headquartered in Louisville, a recent add to their location roster is in Duluth, MN, in the ‘restaurant cluster’ in and around the Miller Hill Mall. The company… Continue reading Duluth, MN – Texas Road House
Lake Oswego, OR – Giant Drive=In
“As seen in Hamburger America, the book, on sale here!” proclaims the sign on the counter, directly in front of the dinosaur of a gentleman taking my order. I had heard this guy was a curmudgeon, but it takes one to know one, and he seemed ok to me. Giant is located on Lower Boones… Continue reading Lake Oswego, OR – Giant Drive=In
Castle Danger, MN – Rustic Inn
Everyone talks about the Rustic Inn for its fabulous pies and bountiful breakfasts. Minnesota Monthly called it “one of the secrets of Superior” – a must stop if you are touring in the Lake Superior area. But it’s also the place for great home-cooking with a creative flair throughout the rest of the day, and… Continue reading Castle Danger, MN – Rustic Inn
Duluth, MN – Buffalo Wild Wings
This chain, known for big screamin’ tv’s (the kind you watch) (ok, the kind that you see broadcasts on) and a variety of those now thought of delicacies that we used to just toss out, chicken wings, has opened in Duluth, MN, which must be one of their remote locations. The last time anybody in… Continue reading Duluth, MN – Buffalo Wild Wings
Portland, OR – Jim & Patty’s
Here tell this be the go-to spot for brekky goodies in NE PDX. Mrs. BDB was at a business meeting there today (she is in charge of bringing home the bacon!) and did bring home the bacon, well, pork anyway, in the form of the “Pig Newton” – two link breakfast sausages inside of a… Continue reading Portland, OR – Jim & Patty’s
Where’s You Favorite Burger? (Audience Participation!)
I’ve been very lucky to eat burgers all over the world, and I have many favorties. Here at home in Portland, the Slow Bar, and Bamboo Sushi top my list. But how about you? Where is your favorite burger, or the best you have had anywhere? What made it special for you? Would you crawl… Continue reading Where’s You Favorite Burger? (Audience Participation!)
Burger King $1 Double Cheeseburger – Marketing vs Reality
So I was wasting time today, and decided to sample the $1 Double Cheeseburger at Burger King, which they tout as “1/4 pound” (with the usual disclaimers) and more meat than McD’s. I’m not sure about the weight thing, tho I guess it could be true, with two 2 ounce patties. They do still slop… Continue reading Burger King $1 Double Cheeseburger – Marketing vs Reality
Home Test – Tony’s “Party Time” Crispy Crust Pizza
Went bottom fishing in the frozen pizza section of my grocery store yesterday, and reeled in some Tony’s “New” Crisp Crust Pizzas. Tony’s is one of the brands (along with Freschetta and Red Baron) manufactured by the Schwan’s Food Company of Minnesota. Schwans started the same year I was born, delivering ice cream directly to… Continue reading Home Test – Tony’s “Party Time” Crispy Crust Pizza
Carl’s Jr. Update
(OPINION) Investor Norman Peltz (Wendys/Arbys group, says he wants to play too, is studying CKE financials to see if he wants to bid. Peltz is an activist investor, and as head of Triarc Companies, has hit a couple home runs (let’s not talk about Snapple, tho). On the other hand, TH Lee, the first bidder,… Continue reading Carl’s Jr. Update