Category Archives: Restaurants

Bud and Marilyn’s – Philadelphia, PA

Posted on June 3, 2019 by Bluejeanfood

Bud and Marilyn’s – Philadelphia, PA

When Celebrity Chef Robert Irvine said on Small Bites Radio that Chef Marcie Turney‏ is one of Philadelphia’s best chefs, I finally took notice. The name was familiar, and I was aware of the restaurant group that Chef Marcie and her partner Valerie Safran ran, and who knows why, but I had never been to one of them. Well I should be ashamed of myself. I like to call myself a foodie, and was missing a big portion of why Philadelphia is receiving so many accolades nationally due to our wonderful restaurant scene with Chef Marcie being one of the driving forces and reasons why.

I decided that my birthday would be a good excuse to make my first visit to one of Chef Marcie’s restaurants. If she is indeed that talented, then why not go during a time that should be celebrated and special. Well I can honestly say, she and her team did not disappoint in the least. The choice was made to dine at Bud and Marilyn’s. It was the chosen destination since I would have my 6 year old son join us, and the menu looked approachable for all palates. As soon as we stepped inside and saw multiple families dining there, I knew things were off to a good start.

From start to finish it was an impeccable experience at Bud and Marilyn’s. The décor is simple and tasteful. The service was flawless. The drinks were strong and mixed to perfection. The food was amazing, and dessert delectable. I can’t say enough of how much fun and how wonderful the meal was. Now don’t get me wrong, Bud and Marilyn’s will not be for everyone. We had American comfort food at its finest, and this type of cuisine is not for everyone. Chef Marcie does this style well, and I am now intrigued to try her other restaurants to sample her versions of Italian, Mexican, and Mediterranean. Give them try, and maybe you will become a fan of Chef Marcie like me and Chef Robert Irvine.

Below is what I had:
Warm Pretzel Rolls, Thai Style Mussels, Fried Cheese Curds, Soft Shell Crabs, Fried Chicken, and Funfetti Cake. They were ALL delicious as could be!

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Tony Luke’s Old Philly Style Sandwiches – 39 E Oregon Ave Philadelphia, PA

Posted on May 28, 2019 by Bluejeanfood

Tony Luke’s Old Philly Style Sandwiches  – 39 E Oregon Ave  Philadelphia, PA

5

Yep that’s right, a cheesesteak wit wiz and fried onions. Yummy 🙂

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Celebre’s Pizzeria – Philadelphia, PA

Posted on May 23, 2019 by Bluejeanfood

Celebre’s Pizzeria – Philadelphia, PA

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Situated near the stadiums, this is a perfect spot to grab a nice bit to eat dining in or take out for tailgating parties. Pictured is the Spimato Pizza, a white pizza with spinach and plum tomatoes and seasoning. It was really good!

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Myrtle Beach Eats 2019

Posted on May 20, 2019 by Bluejeanfood

Myrtle Beach Eats 2019

Vietnam House Restaurant – Myrtle Beach, SC

Informal Pan-Asian eatery doling out familiar Chinese & Vietnamese eats in unadorned surrounds. Everything was tasty and service was friendly. I had the fresh spring rolls and shrimp fried rice noodles.

Maggi D’s – Myrtle Beach, SC

3

This is a homey eatery serving straightforward Italian dishes. The bread makes a good sandwich, and their bread is good. I had the Frank “The Bodyguard” which is fried chicken cutlet, fresh mozzarella, roasted red pepper, and balsamic reduction.

Johnny Rockets – Myrtle Beach, SC

4

Sitting in the heart of the tourist entertainment complex Broadway at the Beach is Johnny Rockets. Service was fast and prices reasonable. I enjoyed an original double burger with a side of fries.

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Amigos Mexican Asian Fusion Food – Wenonah, NJ

Posted on May 16, 2019 by Bluejeanfood

Amigos Mexican Asian Fusion Food – Wenonah, NJ

This is a TINY place. Most of the orders here are take-out, but you can dine-in. They are off the beaten path, and you have to keep your eyes open to not miss them. Below is what I had: chicken empanada that was fantastic and their version of chicken dinner teriyaki mixing Asian with Mexican. It’s an interesting concept.

 

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Country House Restaurant – Thorofare, NJ

Posted on May 9, 2019 by Bluejeanfood

Country House Restaurant – Thorofare, NJ

 

Pictured is Boston Clam Chowder, Turkey Croquettes on top of mashed potatoes with gravy, and fried zucchini. Decent Jersey Diner fare with very friendly service at a good price.

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Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant – 1150 Market St, Philadelphia, PA

Posted on April 30, 2019 by Bluejeanfood

Iron Hill Brewery & Restaurant – 1150 Market St, Philadelphia, PA

2

The Fashion District of Philadelphia as it is being re-branded is really taking off and looking nice after years of decline. I had the South Philly Maserati Burger here and the burger was juicy and cooked well. Nice beer selection, and service was quick with decent prices for Center City Philadelphia.

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Uncle Pig’s Barbeque Pit – Gibbstown, NJ

Posted on April 23, 2019 by Bluejeanfood

Uncle Pig’s Barbeque Pit – Gibbstown, NJ

The South Jersey area BBQ has been growing and growing the last few years and it has been glorious. Well another desitnation to choose from is Uncle Pig’s Barbeque Pit – Gibbstown, NJ that hails a multiple time Kansas City Barbecue Society BBQ Winner for New Jersey contests. The service was super friendly, quick, and efficient. It is mostly setup for take-out orders, but there are a few high-top chairs and tables to dine-in. The menu is diverse and I had the cup of brisket chili, and a half rack of ribs platter with fries and collard greens. Everything was good and if in the area I would certainly go back and eat some more.

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Nifty Fifty’s – Turnersville, NJ

Posted on April 15, 2019 by Bluejeanfood

Nifty Fifty’s – Turnersville, NJ

What a fun and delicious destination this place is. The food was really good for what they are serving, and with an arcade and mini-golf available as well, it makes it so much more than just a meal here. It truly turns into an experience. I had the single Royal Burger with BBQ sauce, Texas Tommy with chili, and a side order of fries. When in the area, will certainly go back again.

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Sakana Oriental – Woodbury, NJ

Posted on April 9, 2019 by Bluejeanfood

Sakana Oriental – Woodbury, NJ

A  repurposed Jersey Diner has a Chinese/Japanese restaurant sitting inside of it. It is slightly dated, but the personalized service was outstanding making me feel right at home even though it was my first time there. Not too many surprises on the menu, but they are reasonably priced especially for their lunch special which I ordered from, and the food was better than average. If in the area, I would go back for sure. Pictured is wonton soup and entree of pork with broccoli with pork fried rice.

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