by The Editors on May 5, 2011
One of our favorite ways to go on vacation (without leaving Carlsbadistan) is an evening out at the La Costa Resort and Spa’s Bluefire Grill. And, now there’s one more reason to visit. They have a new Chef de Cuisine.
BlueFire Grill is pleased to announce a new addition to the star culinary team, Chef Gregory Frey Jr. Working alongside Executive Chef Hans Wiegand, Chef Frey is currently focusing on farm-to-table freshness with local purveyors and fresh seafood, including an array of daily specials for your enjoyment. Chef Frey is also working on a fresh seasonal summer menu that will debut soon.
We don’t know a thing about Chef Frey but we are looking forward to that new menu.
[Link: Blue Fire Grill]
by The Editors on January 4, 2011
The Carlsbadistan based Greek fast casual restaurant company Daphne’s Greek Café (one of the few places left for falafels in Carlsbadistan) is getting a complete upgrade after surviving bankruptcy according to a story on Nation’s Restaurant News. It’s also getting a new name: how does Daphne’s California Greek sound?
William Trefethen, Daphne’s chief executive and principal investor in the group that purchased the 60-unit chain in July, said the brand name will change in February or March to “Daphne’s California Greek” with the tagline “Live Life to its Fullest.” . . The Carlsbad, Calif.-based chain also is working on a revamp of the menu to sharpen its focus on healthful offerings. Beer and wine will be added to the beverage lineup to help build dinner daypart sales. And units will get a brush up of décor, with environmentally friendly touches.
They’re going to start out in Orange County and then upgrade all the restaurants by the end of 2011. We think Carlsbadistan should be second.
[Link: National Restaurant News via OC Weekly]
by The Editors on December 13, 2010
On the Monday after Thanksgiving the Carlsbadistan Marie Callender’s apparently closed up shop and packed away the signs according to a story in the San Diego Reader.
Next door at the McDonalds, employees said the Marie Callender’s signs were removed right away on that morning. The restaurant obviously did not tell its regular customers. Two hand-written notes were posted on the front door December 8 advising groups that normally meet at the restaurant to go to other nearby establishments for their meetings.
The restaurant, which was shut down by for a few days in November of 2009 after a Thanksgiving day diner smelled sewage in the kitchen, has had a rough time lately. Wish we could say we were going to miss them.
[Link: San Diego Reader]
by The Editors on October 13, 2010
When we’re in the mood for a slice of authentic New York style pizza we often make the trek to the corner of El Camino Real and Alga for a couple slices of Allen’s New York Pizza.
Allen’s recently relaunched their website and the best part of it? No more treking. The new site features online ordering. Now, Allens fans can order pizza for pick up or delivery from a comfort of their computer or iPhone.
Standard Delivery time is 45-50 min and pickup time is 20-25 min. During busy periods pickup and delivery time may run longer. Should delivery or pickup time be longer that the time stated above a representative from Allen’s will contact you at the number you’ve provided.
Best yet, the delivery is free. Allen’s New York Pizza is located at 6943 S. El Camino Real near the Ultra Star La Cost 6 Cinemas.
[Link: Allen’s New York Pizza]
by The Editors on October 4, 2010
A State of California Alcoholic Beverage Control notice posted near the front door of Carlsbadistan’s La Costa Grill says the “Alcoholic Beverage License Issued for these premises has been suspended. . . for violation of the Alcoholic Beverage Control act.”
The suspension, which went into effect on September 29, 2010, is listed as “indefinite” according to the posted sign. The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control website, however, says the license owned by JRO Restaurant Group LLC (#469390) expired on August 31, 2010.
A flyer posted next to the suspension notice informed would be customers that the “La Costa Grill will be temporarily closed due to a pending transfer of our liquor license. We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to serving you again in the near future.”
No one answered our calls at the La Costa Grill, but we did get a phone message that said, “Happy Holidays. The La Costa Grill will be closed Christmas Day.”
Sounds like updating their phone message is not high on the current priorities list.
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by The Editors on October 4, 2010
by The Editors on July 27, 2010
Local surf legends Randy Laine and David Barr (pictured above left) won the Gregorio’s Boy’s and Girls Clubs of Carlsbad fund raising contest for the first half of 2010.
“We had a blast, and the restaurant was packed!” said Barr. “I remember attending the Club as a kid, and my son was a member when he was a kid, and it just feels really good to give back.”
For more on how you can help raise money at Gregorio’s follow the jump for all the details [click to continue…]
by The Editors on July 9, 2010
by The Editors on June 21, 2010
Tip Top Meats is a Carlsbadistan institution. And owner John Haedrich, 81, is the reason for that. His friendly, authentic charm has made him popular with visitors from around the world.
We have family from Idaho who won’t eat anywhere else. “Why would we,” they say. “We love Big John and like supporting his business.”
How can we argue with that? Last Friday the Voice of San Diego ran an interview with Her Haedrich and we learned even more about his competitive nature.
I am the competition. I was a boxer, OK. You go in the ring. You know … your opponent is well-prepared to come at you, you better let him have it. That’s what I do right now. . . Come on, show me what you can do. I have better prices, better variety, better location, better help, better situation, period. They can’t compete. Who can compete with me? Nobody can. They have a better price over there. But people still come here to buy my steaks.
Click the link for the rest of the interview and then stop by Tip Top for a slab at Carlsbadistan’s best European market and maybe a word or two with a man who has eaten 10 tons of meat.
[Link: Voice of San Diego via SDNN]
by The Editors on May 18, 2010
Le Passage, Carlsbadistan’s French Bistro, has created a great deal in celebration of Carlsbad Restaurant Week (May 18 through May 22, 2010). Here’s what they say:
We are offering a 3 course meal for $30.00! You may select an appetizer, main course and dessert from our price fixe menu for the week. Some menu item examples include our Coq Au Vin, Duck Breast with Cherry Sauce, Chef’s Fish Selection or Steak Au Poivre! This special is for dinner only. We also will be offering our regular menu as well!
This would be the perfect reason to try Le Passage for the first time, or again.
[Link: Le Passage French Bistro]
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