Portland, OR – Slappy Cakes

    If you haven’t hit Slappy Cakes in SE Portland, because you think it’s just for kids, you’ve missed one of the best breakfasts in town. Although children of all ages will enjoy the concept of making their own pancakes right at the table – choose from a type of batter and a wide… Continue reading Portland, OR – Slappy Cakes

Canoga Park, CA – Jerry’s Pizzeria

    I was tooling around the San Fernando Valley the other day, looking for sustenance, when I spotted Jerry’s Pizzeria on Sherman Way.  I found a parking place in the pack, and noted it was right next to a deli proclaiming they had “L.A.’s #1 sandwich.”  Hmm, dilemma. As I had a scheduled lunch… Continue reading Canoga Park, CA – Jerry’s Pizzeria

Corning, CA – The Olive Pit

      What does an out of business burger chain in the midwest and an olive retailer in Corning, CA have in common?  Burger condiment bars par excellence! My then fiance and I used to head over to the regional chain Burger Chef on occasion – you could buy a cheap burger and load… Continue reading Corning, CA – The Olive Pit

Van Nuys, CA – Beeps

At the intersection of Sherman Way and Woodley, Beeps has served the neighborhood and burger fans since 1952. We were across the street at Toys R Us, and I snapped a pick of Beeps and tweeted it, proclaiming “alas, no time this trip.” But when Mrs Burgerdogboy and her pals exited the toy store, and saw… Continue reading Van Nuys, CA – Beeps