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Voted for Bronx Pizza Inc
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Bronx Pizza, located on Washington Street in Hillcrest, is pretty much what they're advertising - Bronx pizza. It takes me back (I grew up just outside NYC). Whatever it is, they've got it right, the sauce is right, the crust is right, the cheese is right, even the guy behind the counter looks like he's from the Bronx (maybe he is...)
I transplanted here over 25 years ago and I always, always wondered: what is it about the lame pizza in San Diego? Isn't there anybody from NYC that can give the pizzerias here a clue? San Diego just don't know how to make "real" NYC style pizza correctly. Even the ones who pretentiously claim their pizza is "New York Style" are disappointing and misleading. OK, I take it back - there are a FEW in San Diego (in the last decade) that do get NY-style pizza right. Bronx Pizza is one of them.
Now there is ONE thing Bronx Pizza does not resemble the pizzas I've had in NYC, and that is, the pizza slices on 33rd and 3rd (pronounced "doydee doyd 'n' doyd") were HUGE. At Bronx Pizza, they're really small, about a doyd the size.
I transplanted here over 25 years ago and I always, always wondered: what is it about the lame pizza in San Diego? Isn't there anybody from NYC that can give the pizzerias here a clue? San Diego just don't know how to make "real" NYC style pizza correctly. Even the ones who pretentiously claim their pizza is "New York Style" are disappointing and misleading. OK, I take it back - there are a FEW in San Diego (in the last decade) that do get NY-style pizza right. Bronx Pizza is one of them.
Now there is ONE thing Bronx Pizza does not resemble the pizzas I've had in NYC, and that is, the pizza slices on 33rd and 3rd (pronounced "doydee doyd 'n' doyd") were HUGE. At Bronx Pizza, they're really small, about a doyd the size.
in San Diego, CA
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Voted for Book Off USA
Great place to find bargains
I stumbled into Book Off as a lark, while I was shopping at the office supply store next door, and I've been going back ever since! Book Off is located on Kearny Mesa Road just south of Armour Street in Kearny Mesa. There's a lot of used merchandise in here, from books to DVDs to CDs to video games. There's also plenty of manga (Japanese graphic novels/comics), enough to quench the appetite of your ardent manga enthusiast. They also buy your used stuff (Books, DVDs, etc). You'll find a great bargain or two if you browse enough. I picked up Frank Zappa's "Freak Out" double CD for only $7.99, and it was in mint condition. I bring my kids here to look for books - why pay for a new one if you can find it here?
The place is a very well lit and clean environment. If you feel like browsing for this kind of stuff, you definitely should try Book Off. It may not have exactly all the items you're looking for, but you will very likely find a bargain here!
The place is a very well lit and clean environment. If you feel like browsing for this kind of stuff, you definitely should try Book Off. It may not have exactly all the items you're looking for, but you will very likely find a bargain here!
in San Diego, CA
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Voted for Oasis Resort-Vacation Internationale
great for the family
We stayed at the Oasis Resorts in Palm Springs, California, this past Christmas Holiday. The rental was for 7 days. We arrived late at night, and there was a very pleasant desk clerk who checked us in. He was very helpful and informative, describing the resort and its amenities, as well as giving a quick overview of the Palm Springs area.
The condo itself was neither cramped nor overly spacious, comfortable enough for the four of us - my wife and I , our teenage daughter and teenage son - and their electronics! There was the master bedroom with a king-size bed and private bath, a second bedroom, a second bathroom and a pull-down bed in the living room. The kitchen was well-equipped for a family to cook their meals (read: save some money!), and there was a cozy, bright breakfast nook adjacent to the kitchen. The dining area was roomy and adequate - a basic glass table and four chairs. We had a private one-car garage, and each unit included 2 cruiser bikes, which our kids rode to patrol the premises.
The resort itself had 8 pools and jacuzzi areas We were closest to the front office and, as it turned out, had access to the largest pool in the resort. The pool was basically outside our back porch, and we went everyday for a refreshing dip followed by a relaxing sit in the hot tub. After playing 18 holes, it was just what the doctor ordered!
Although there was no room service at all - we had to do our own laundry, make our own beds and take out the trash - we didn't mind. It actually added to the privacy, and I would say that was a worthwhile sacrifice.
The condo itself was neither cramped nor overly spacious, comfortable enough for the four of us - my wife and I , our teenage daughter and teenage son - and their electronics! There was the master bedroom with a king-size bed and private bath, a second bedroom, a second bathroom and a pull-down bed in the living room. The kitchen was well-equipped for a family to cook their meals (read: save some money!), and there was a cozy, bright breakfast nook adjacent to the kitchen. The dining area was roomy and adequate - a basic glass table and four chairs. We had a private one-car garage, and each unit included 2 cruiser bikes, which our kids rode to patrol the premises.
The resort itself had 8 pools and jacuzzi areas We were closest to the front office and, as it turned out, had access to the largest pool in the resort. The pool was basically outside our back porch, and we went everyday for a refreshing dip followed by a relaxing sit in the hot tub. After playing 18 holes, it was just what the doctor ordered!
Although there was no room service at all - we had to do our own laundry, make our own beds and take out the trash - we didn't mind. It actually added to the privacy, and I would say that was a worthwhile sacrifice.
in Palm Springs, CA
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Voted for Pho King
Be sure to pronounce it right!
Pho King is a very straight-forward Asian noodle restaurant, located on the 4600 block of El Cajon Blvd. The decor is unpretentious and appealing. Pho is a traditional rice noodle soup from Vietnam, usually served with thin slices of meat and vegetables. I ordered their deluxe Pho King combo, which had an assortment of beef cuts, with fresh basil, bean sprouts and a wedge of lime on the side. I would describe that dish as Comfort food with a capital "C". On a cold day this would hit the spot. The bowl was generous and served steaming hot. The soup was hearty and I left there stuffed.
Besides the soup, the menu does offer a wide range of other Vietnamese dishes, from spring roll appetizers, to fried rice to all sorts of other noodles, both hot and cold styles. They also offer a big selection of exotic fountain drinks. The prices are quite reasonable.
If you're in the mood for Asian noodle soup, and a quick, easy, budget-friendly meal, I would recommend Pho King!
Besides the soup, the menu does offer a wide range of other Vietnamese dishes, from spring roll appetizers, to fried rice to all sorts of other noodles, both hot and cold styles. They also offer a big selection of exotic fountain drinks. The prices are quite reasonable.
If you're in the mood for Asian noodle soup, and a quick, easy, budget-friendly meal, I would recommend Pho King!
in San Diego, CA
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Voted for Jack and Giulio's Italian Restaurant
Taste the tradition!
Located in Old Town, Jack and Giulio's is the spin off of Giulio's when they were on Thomas Street in PB years ago. By comparison to the original, it's just a small step down, but only in terms of ambiance. The original had tuxedoed waiters and live piano. What I'm absolutely relieved about is that they kept their original traditional recipes and brought it to this new place. Their homemade Tortelloni Verdi, a spinach pasta filled with cheese and spinach topped with a porcini mushroom sauce, has been on their menu for generations, and is the standard by which I judge other dishes with this name. Very few have even come close. There's a list of other dishes that have been with them for generations including their Scampi, Veal and Filet Mignon offerings. They're all exquisite. The wine list is very ample though not as extensive as some of the other high-end restaurants in town. Go to Jack and Giulio's and taste the tradition!
in San Diego, CA
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