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Grill Master Deli – (Rittenhouse Square area) Philadelphia, PA

Posted on January 10, 2017 by Bluejeanfood

Grill Master Deli – (Rittenhouse Square area) Philadelphia, PA

Sitting directly across from some the most expensive real estate in Philadelphia is Grill Master Deli (GMD). As you would expect, most of the dining options around the area are fancy and a little high priced, GMD thrives with cheap recognizable basic meal options to eat. GMD is not going to wow you, or break new ground with anything, but if you just want a quick affordable something to eat, GMD is the place for you. On a nice day, they could be the perfect fit to get a bite to take-out and sit in Rittenhouse Square and enjoy the sights on a budget. On my visit, I would have their hot roast beef with provolone on a kaisar roll and fries. It was as you may have guessed by now after reading this far “basic”, but that was what I was looking for and GMD succeeded.

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El Sanjuanino – Buenos Aires, Argentina

Posted on January 5, 2017 by Bluejeanfood

El Sanjuanino – Buenos Aires, Argentina

I enjoyed probably one of the best beef empanadas I have ever tasted here. To go along with that always delicious and famous Argentinian beef, I really feel in love with this dining oasis of deliciousness in Buenos Aires. Who cares if it is a 14 hour plane ride, it just might be worth it. Lets go!

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J J Bootleggers – (Old City) Philadelphia, PA

Posted on December 6, 2016 by Bluejeanfood

J J Bootleggers – (Old City) Philadelphia, PA

There are only some many ways to make a cheesesteak. Well J J Bootleggers (JJ) thought it could differentiate themselves by making it theirs with moonshine mixed in. JJ’s is a huge dining establishment with a sort of Western feel to it with friendly service, and plenty of drinking options in the alcohol category. Getting back to my meal, it would be cheesesteak wit moonshine, American cheese, fried onions and fries. The fries were very good and the cheesesteak was good as well, it just did not do anything special for me to think I had anything more than a regular cheesesteak that was chopped a bit too fine for my tastes. I liked JJ’s theme, slightly above average food, and friendly service. If you are a Western fan, this place would really resonate with you.

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Panorama: Classic Italian Restaurant at Penn’s View Hotel

Posted on December 4, 2016 by Bluejeanfood

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Had a polished and charming meal at Panorama: Classic Italian Restaurant located inside Penn’s View Hotel. The decor evoked feelings of the Sonoma Valley or an Italian Vineyard with a wine list that either would envy. They were awarded the title of “World’s Largest Winekeeper” by Guinness World Records. William Eccleston the General Manager/Wine Director was very accommodating. The house sommelier, Ethan, made the large library of wine accessible for every palate.  Add Panorama to your list and get there pronto!

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For more info click the link below and enjoy the pictures. Also mark your calendar as Panorama will be a guest on Small Bites live on Wildfire Radio, Sunday, January 29th 6:35 pm.

http://www.pennsviewhotel.com/panorama

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China House – Woodbury, NJ

Posted on November 29, 2016 by Bluejeanfood

China House – Woodbury, NJ

Good Chinese food is a difficult find for me in South Jersey. Being in and around Philadelphia’s Chinatown district so often, I am thoroughly spoiled. I decided to take another chance and visited China House (CH) in Woodbury, New Jersey. When I walked in, CH looks like three different locations in one. The one lane leads to a heavy take-out business, the second isle is just tables and chairs for a sit-down Chinese experience, and the third row in CH is a sushi bar and Japanese area of the restaurant. It was a little mish-mash of an experience all in one. I would go with the sit-down Chinese version of CH.

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I had the wonton soup, egg roll, shrimp with broccoli, and fried rice. They would all be categorized strictly average and slightly overpriced for what I was served. Maybe CH is better at Japanese menu, but with no one in my party ordering from that menu I can only answer for what I had. The service was friendly and attentive, but with the odd décor, high prices and setup to go along with my meal, it may be a long time before I try CH again.

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River Park Pub -Gloucester City, NJ

Posted on November 21, 2016 by Bluejeanfood

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FYI – HAVE BEEN ADVISED THAT RIVER PARK PUB NO LONG HAS CHEF GILHAM OR CREOLE FOOD, THEY ARE JUST A BAR MENU AGAIN 03-2018

River Park Pub – Gloucester City, NJ

Had a fantastic Creole inspired meal at The Mansion House in Gloucester City, NJ from Chef Jeff Gilham formerly of Creole Cafe. Delicious crawfish bisque, Creole pieroge, beer battered onion rings, and seafood jambalaya. Yummy! They will be a guest on Small Bites Radio Show on January 8th.

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Nha Hang Xelua Pho Viet-Thai Restaurant – (Chinatown) Philadelphia, PA

Posted on November 15, 2016 by Bluejeanfood

Nha Hang Xelua Pho Viet-Thai Restaurant – (Chinatown) Philadelphia, PA

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Better known as the restaurant with a train on the sign is quite a mouthful to say and a mouthful to things to choose from on the extensive menu. The interior could use a little bit of a spruce up, but the food was delicious. I had the bbq pork chop on white rice and the pan fired egg noodles with shrimp and vegetables. Everything was cooked nicely, very affordable, and service was top notch and friendly. They have a very intriguing menu that I am interested to try, so I will definitely be back.

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David’s Mai Lai Wah – Philadelphia, PA

Posted on November 8, 2016 by Bluejeanfood

David’s Mai Lai Wah – Philadelphia, PA

There are so many great places to eat in and around Philadelphia, yet Philly Chinatown always draws me in. For my next destination it would be to David’s Mai Lai Wah (DMLW) which has been known to have Iron Chef Jose Garces dine there many times and has been named by Esquire Magazine as the Best Late Night Restaurant in America as DMLW is open until 3am. I was hungry and gave DMLW a quick visit for what else, a late night snack to go.

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I would have a simple order of pork fried rice which was very nice and one of the better versions of this dish in Chinatown, and their Salt and Pepper chicken wings which were tasty as well, but not the best around, but very good for a place that serves you late at night. DMLW is a decent location with friendly service, a diverse menu and bar if you want something to drink, as well as being one of the best options around to dine late night, so I can see why so many celebrities dined here since they tend to live a later lifestyle and the awards are well deserved.

 

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A.P. J. Texas Weiner – Philadelphia, PA

Posted on November 1, 2016 by Bluejeanfood

A.P. J. Texas Weiner – Philadelphia, PA

Sitting a few steps from the Pennsylvania Convention Center and a block away from the Reading Terminal Market sits A.P.J. Texas Weiner (APJ). Make no mistakes, APJ is not high-end, let even medium-end cuisine, they are an old style lowbrow affordable luncheonette with very friendly (even though are little rough around the edges staff) efficient, and likeable service. What would I get? Hot dogs of course.

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The hot dogs and the especially the special sauce topping hit all the right notes and was a delicious and cheap lunch. Many other places around the area may be much fancier or have higher quality food, but sometimes a lowly old tasty hot dog cooked well and spruced up nicely with a few special touches can be all you need sometimes. If in the area APJ is certainly an option and they won’t break your wallet.

 

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Parada Maimon – Philadelphia, PA

Posted on October 25, 2016 by Bluejeanfood

Parada Maimon – Philadelphia, PA

So many parts of Philadelphia change so quickly it is hard to keep up any longer. Where Parada Maimon (PM), a Dominican restaurant sits is one such area. What used to be abandoned factories are now thriving condos, apartments, businesses, bars, and the Underground Arts center. PM was very vibrant, festive, and employees happy the day I stopped by for a visit. I would go with half rotisserie chicken with yellow rice and beans.

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I was extremely pleased with not only meal as the chicken was moist, beans tasty, and rice cooked perfectly, but the price point was very affordable. PM is certainly not for everyone as the majority of food offerings at PM is nowhere near mainstream enough for the masses, but if you are in the area and wanted a little something different with a smile I certainly recommend giving them a try. I know I will again.

 

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