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Portillo’s Hot Dogs Slings a Mean Sausage, Not Bullets

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Portillo’s Hot Dogs Slings a Mean Sausage, Not Bullets

When feeling nostalgic for the good old days of running bootlegged booze at midnight with hot dog in hand, head to Portillo’s Hot Dogs in Buena Park. This Chicagoland-themed sausage central does Al Capone proud while serving up Chicago-style hot dogs and beef dips. Find out what Brian thought and SEE THE MENU

Cougar’s Corner: La Traviata, Act II

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Cougar’s Corner: La Traviata, Act II

Kathi has had a remarkable string of fantastic weeknights out. It continues at La Traviata, Act II, a downtown establishment that has recently been taken over again by its original creator. With a great happy hour menu, it’s worth a look. SEE THE MENU

Dabbling in Desayuno at Mi Ranchito Restaurant

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Dabbling in Desayuno at Mi Ranchito Restaurant

The most rewarding food experiences often come from places that we have passed by a hundred times without even knowing they existed. Miles sought out just such a place, even having a little trouble finding Mi Ranchito after knowing where to look. Find out what he thought.

Stopping In At The Grand Opening Of Kampai Sushi House

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Stopping In At The Grand Opening Of Kampai Sushi House

Our newest author makes her debut, fittingly, at a restaurant’s grand opening. Find out what Nikol liked and didn’t like at Kampai Sushi House, the newest Japanese restaurant in Los Alamitos. Check out the pics and SEE THE MENU

Amid Higher Learning, Satisfying the Munchies at Kush Bowl

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Amid Higher Learning, Satisfying the Munchies at Kush Bowl

Brian stumbles upon a place whose target audience has no hope of finding it. Kush Bowl takes advantage of California’s tolerance and serves up teriyaki dishes in a high society setting. Find out what Brian thinks about it and SEE THE MENU

When It Is Done Right: Craft Beer Establishments That Work

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When It Is Done Right: Craft Beer Establishments That Work

This time, Al the Brewer discusses not just what makes craft beers good, but what makes for an enjoyable place to drink them. Find out which alehouses and brewpubs make his list of places where it’s done right.


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