Palermo's95th IllinoisSince 1961, Palermo’s has served as a Southside institution for astounding Italian cuisine and charming atmosphere. Combining traditional family recipes and the Old World ambiance of our dining room, Palermo’s 95th has managed to create both a unique legacy of rich heritage and uncompromisable quality.Our menu offers a variety of both modern Italian specialties and Old World favorites. Take your time and bring your appetite – the menu is vast and the portions are hearty. From appetizers to sweets, every visitor has a favorite Palermo’s dish! Continue Reading

Ben Pao Chicago

Location

52 W. Illinois Street

Chicago, IL

(312) 222-1888

www.benpao.com

Savor China’s great culinary treasures at Ben Pao. From robust Mongolian Dishes to bold and spicy Sichuan, light and crispy Cantonese and savory and enticing Shanghai favorites. Every aspect of the menu interprets China with the highest quality ingredients. In the spirit of authenticity we proudly serve prime beef, heirloom pork, all-natural free bird chicken, all-natural Scottish salmon, local organic mushrooms, tofu, and whenever possible or seasonally available organic produce. We make our own drink mixes, squeeze our own juices, and infuse liquors from the freshest botanicals possible. Continue Reading

roundhouse aurora

Location

205 North Broadway

Aurora, IL

(630) 264-2739

www.rh34.com

International Award Winning Beer, along with American Regional Cuisine, a cuisine that has been featured in top food magazines and culinary books are located next door to the Award Winning Comfort Suites Inn. America’s Historic Roundhouse is an excellent stop on any self-sponsored pub crawl or bike trail excursion.  The Aurora Transportation Center is the very last stop on Metra’s Burlington North Santa Fe commuter line out of Chicago’s Union Station. Continue Reading

baluchis new york city

Location

275 Greenwich Street

New York, NY

(212) 571-5343

www.baluchis.com

Feast yourself on gourmet, Indian cuisine dining.  Baluchi’s in New York has established themselves to be one of the highest rated Indian restaurants in the state.  Popular dishes include: the ‘paneer bhurji’, the ‘Baluchi Shrimp Curry’ and ‘Chicken Makhani’.

The manager has an uncanny knack of getting the most rare and eclectic music comprising of Indian/trance/dub/fusion to add to the ambiance. Continue Reading

bubbys new york

Location

120 Hudson Street

New York, NY

(212) 219-0666

www.bubbys.com

On the menu you will find American cookery from every region. Many of the recipes are family heirlooms handed down for generations. Some had to be cajoled from clenched hands. Some families have actually been temporarily divided over what some would call improperly divulged dishes. Bubby’s is like a repository, and we try to place our loyalties where they will do most good. Continue Reading

Mizu sushi new york

Location

29 East 20th Street

New York, NY

(212) 505-6688

Map to Mizu Sushi

The owners of River, uptown’s Thai-Vietnamese hybrid, have let the culinary current take them south to Gramercy Park and entirely new Asian territory. Contemporary materials like slate and stainless steel are softened by a series of rice-paper-wrapped oak frames, some of them fashioned into a “palm tree” centerpiece. Continue Reading

Javiers Newport Beach

Location

7832 East Pacific Coast Highway

Newport Beach, CA

(949) 494-1239

www.javiers-cantina.com

Javier’s, Established in 1995 in Laguna Beach, California, offers the best regionally influenced home-style Mexican cooking made with the freshet and finest ingredients.  Javier’s also features the largest selection of premium tequilas in Orange County in a contemporary, tropical setting in Laguna Beach and a sophisticated upscale setting in the Irvine Spectrum.  Continue Reading

riptide mission viejo

Location

27741 Crown Valley Pkwy # 325

Mission Viejo, CA

(949) 282-0182

www.riptidesushi.com

The slogan of the restaurant says it perfect, “Rock and Roll sushi.”  Enjoy some of the most delicious custom made rolls on the west coast.  Riptide offers only the most fresh fish available and the end result shows it.  The Tornado, a Riptide favorite, features a spicy tuna roll, wrapped in fried hashed browns. Continue Reading

Ruth's Chris Irvine

Location

2961 Michelson Drive

Irvine, CA

(949) 252-8848

www.ruthschris.com

Their famous steaks are seared to perfection at 1800 degrees and topped with fresh butter so they sizzle all the way to your table.  With market fresh seafood and more, you have a difficult decision on your hands.  Take your pick of the freshest salads and sides to complement your meal.  Just when you think it can’t get any better, end the perfect meal with some sweet treats. Continue Reading

FLeur de Lys Las Vegas

Location

3950 Las Vegas Boulevard South

Las Vegas, NV

(702) 632-9400

www.fleurdelyssf.com

Fleur de Lys features a modernized menu that offers an array of small plates inspired by cuisine from around the world.  Favorites include Truffled Onion Soup, Lobster Mac & Cheese and Foie Gras Cappuccino.  The menu also includes new entrees, including Veal Schnitzel, Skirt Steak-Chimichurri, and Meaballs with orange zest.  Continue Reading