Review: Carson Street Deli
Posted by mike | Filed under Reviews
One of my favorite trends in the restaurant world is the ever increasing prevalence of free WiFi. I’m always toting a laptop around, and don’t always have the benefit of a group of friends when I’m out looking for a new place to try (or even just a bite to eat). In the absence of [...]
Review: Sunday Brunch at Hough’s
Posted by mike | Filed under Breakfast, Reviews
A little over a week ago, I met a whole slew of new people at a Birthday Party for a friend. Okay, maybe it was closer to a handful of enw people, but who’s counting? Two of them (a couple, in fact) happened to live in Greenfield not too far from my house. Actually, they [...]
Review: The 509 Cafe (Greenfield)
Posted by mike | Filed under Reviews
Just weeks ago, I got word of a new restaurant right in my own backyard of Greenfield. Then, just recently, I noticed Connect Greenfield the Greenfield Org was hosting an event there in December. I’m always interested in checking out new restaurants I can walk to, but that can be hit or miss in my [...]
Overview: The New Settler’s Ridge Market District
Posted by mike | Filed under Community
This is a tough one for me to write up. Mostly, that’s because your sense of my credibility is impaired by the fact that Giant Eagle is very clearly working to court some blogger buzz. They’re sponsoring a contest here, hosted a VIP blogger reception/tour, and sent us all home with enormous gift baskets filled [...]
Review: Piper’s Pub (South Side)
Posted by mike | Filed under Beer, Reviews
You all realize I’m a beer snob, right? A big part of my selection criteria for seeking out my next dining destination is based on beer selection. That’s not to say beer alone is sufficient (or even that it’s necessary)—it’s just a big part of my selection criteria. …which leads me to Pipers Pub. I [...]
Review: Over the Bar Bicycle Cafe (OTB)
Posted by mike | Filed under Beer, Reviews
Over the weekend, I made my way out to OTB in the south side for a very late lunch amidst some failed project efforts around the house. Joined by a friend just returning from a week away, that seemed like as good a time as any to check out a place that has been pushed [...]
Review: Bocktown Beer and Grille
Posted by mike | Filed under Beer, Reviews
note: This article has been superceded by a second, updated version after a few more visits. I have also brought the food blogger meetup to this location and written of my results here. Inspired by the appearance of East End’s LOAF, I recently made my way down to Bocktown Beer and Grille. I had been [...]
Review: Mad Mex (North Hills)
Posted by mike | Filed under Beer, Reviews
I made my way out to Mad Mex with an old friend last week to keep up with an old friend (Sally). Partly, I wanted to catch up with Sally, but I was also looking for a solid Mad Mex compatriot to balance out a review. I knew that Sally shares my love of Mad [...]
Review: Ribs at PD’s Pub
Posted by mike | Filed under Beer, Reviews
At the invitation of Frank Pasqarelli, the owner, I took a trip back to PD’s to sample his baby back ribs. I’m a big fan of PD’s but I’m stating right up front that the meal I’m writing up here was completely free and offered in hopes that I might write about it. I offered [...]
Review: Blue Dust
Posted by mike | Filed under Beer, Reviews
Last week, I went back to Blue Dust for a chance to order dinner and give them a proper review. I was absolutely floored. If you haven’t been to this place, you need to go. It’s the best meal you’ll get for the money anywhere in the city. …and, no, I don’t care that they’re [...]
