Local Eats: Eureka! Burger

For all the locals in San Diego, you know how everyone goes to only Fashion Valley Mall... well, let me tell you that UTC Mall is completely remodeled and it's awesome. They also added new restaurants like True Food (also in Fashion Valley), and last week I had lunch at their new restaurant Eureka! Burger and it's delicious. 

I forgot to take pictures as I was too hungry and just wanted to devour the food, but I tried their truffle fries and cowboy burger (added blue cheese) and they were yummy! I will have to go back with the excuse to take pictures of the place and their food ;) No prob!

(Did find some pics online for now)

Eureka! Burger

inside UTC Mall

4353 La Jolla Village Dr

San Diego, CA 92122

(858) 210-3444

www.eurekaburger.com

Menu

So there you have it, who would've thought I could get so excited over a restaurant that is at a shopping mall. 

Local Eats: Cody's

As you may know my absolute fave breakfast choice has to be Eggs Benedict and my favorite places to have it at are The Cottage or Bernini's, both in La Jolla. Their eggs Benedict are delicious!

My friend dare me to try her favorite, Cody's, also in La Jolla, CA.

I have to admit its pretty good, but my faves are still the same. But the ambiance and place is so cute and charming to hang out and have a good breakfast or meal. I put my seal of approval.

Cody's

8030 Girard Avenue

La Jolla, CA 92037

(858) 459-0040

Menu

Local Eats: The Coffee Cup...

The Coffee Cup it's a great place for breakfast, but can't say the same about their consistency in service. Last time I went the service wasn't so great, but the time before it was. Food for the majority it's good, but some ridiculous extra charges might apply. $$

The Coffee Cup 

1109 Wall Street

La Jolla, CA 92037

(858) 551-8514

Open Daily:

8am-3pm

www.isabelscantina.com/coffe-cup.php

Full Breakfast & Lunch Menu here

By far one of the best Mexican hot chocolate I have ever had.

Their Breakfast Burrito it's pretty good.

Coffee Cup French Toast it's kind of a cinnamon roll style, sounds better than it is.

Add of 2 strips of bacon $3.-

They bring you fake maple syrup, if you want the real deal it's extra. Charge $1.50

details on their painted wall.

Local Eats: Il Fornaio...

As my long weekend posts continue, here is the foodie part...

I have always liked this restaurant, great quality and tasteful menu. 

Il Fornaio

1551 Ocean Avenue

Santa Monica, CA 90401

1 (310) 451-7800

* Locations: 16 California, 1 Colorado, 1 Nevada, 1 Virginia and 1 Washington *

Open Daily:

Mon-Fri: 11:30am-10:00pm

Sat: 11:30am-11:00pm

Sun: 11:30am-10:00pm

www.ilfornaio.com

Check out their menu here.

Carpaccio

"Thinly sliced raw beef, shaved grana, capers and wild arugula drizzled with lemon-olive oil."

Lasagna Ferrarese

"Fresh pasta sheets layered with meat ragu, porcini mushrooms, parmesan and béchamel, baked in the oven."

Pennoni Alla Vodka

"Large pasta tubes with bacon, vodka-cream-tomato sauce and parmesan cheese."

Rustichella

"Housemade flat bread topped with goat cheese, mozzarella, tomatoes, red onions, kalamata olives, basil, oregano; baked in the oven."

-Cass

Local Eats: Urban Bar & Grill...

I was in downtown San Diego with a couple of friends and strolling down on 5th when we came across this restaurant and popped in for Happy Hour (4-7pm). It was a sunny day, good food and great company. I give it 3 stars . Enjoy!

Urban Bar & Grill

827 5th Avenue

San Diego, CA92101

1 (619) 235-8700

Open Daily:

Main Dining Room: 4:00-11:00pm
Bar and Lounge: 4:00pm-12:00am
Sat-Sun open for lunch: 12:00pm to 4:00pm

www.urbanbarandgrill.com

Check out their menu here.

Sliders 9
 "Angus beef sliders topped with cheese and caramelized onions."

My friend had them and said they were pretty good

Tuna Tartare 12

"Ahi Tuna tartare with avocado, tomato, cucumber, scallions and 
pineapple drizzled with sesame-ginger soy sauce and egg roll crisps."
 I had this Tuna Tartare and it was delicious

Avocado, Tomato and Mozzarella Salad 10
"Sliced tomato, fresh mozzarella medallions, avocado wedges and 
basil drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic reduction."

We all had the Caprese Salad, looked beautiful but there was something missing

House Made Jalapeño Poppers 10
"Hand broiled poppers stuffed with crab meat and cream cheese served with chipotle aioli."

 We also all had the Jalapeño Poppers and they were perfect spice

Coconut Shrimp 12
"Coconut crusted shrimp served with a sweet chili sauce."

My friend that had the clams, also ordered the Shrimp and she says they were delish.


-Cass

Local Eats: My 3 go-to*to-go desserts…

Let’s forget about the big franchises for a little bit and keep it local with these 3 amazing and delicious places.

Rose Donuts

5201 Linda Vista Rd Ste 100

San Diego, CA 92110

Open daily: 24/7

CASH ONLY

Donuts. Family run, been around for at least 10 years, they have great assortment of flavors, always fresh and fluffy, clean place, friendly staff, they also serve breakfast and they are not pricey. You have to try them out, you will not be sorry. I promise!

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Dolci Mango

7521 Fay Avenue

La Jolla, CA 92037

Open daily: 8am-7pm

Frozen Yogurt. This might be a small franchise name, but the family that run it are super nice and will always greet you with a smile. I almost always stop by after Monday work (have to treat myself) to get their delish frozen yogurt (my current obsession). The place is always spotless and you will be surprised that they also have sushi, smoothies, European type sandwiches, breakfast menu and free wi-fi!
So stop by, try it out, bring a friend or your laptop and enjoy.

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The Cookie Lady
7596 Fay Avenue

La Jolla, CA 92037

Open Monday-Saturday: 8am-6pm

www.lajollacookielady.com

Cupcakes. This hidden small spot it’s a pleasure to find. I haven’t found a better (and I have looked for) red velvet cupcake. So I had to ask them to make me a red velvet cake for Thanksgiving dinner last year, my whole family and guests loved it. The other cakes and cupcakes are delicious too, but that red velvet cupcake makes me fall in love with life all over again.
Funny thing is that besides the sweets, you will also find Moroccan style food such as hummus, gyros, salads, and sandwiches, which are good but odd because it doesn’t go with their shop name. If you like red velvet, please do yourself a favor and go get yourself one. They are $4 dlls but they are pretty big and definitely worth it.

-Cass

Local Eats: Tre Porcellini...

Tre Porcellini it’s a modern Italian food restaurant. I recently tried it out because I had bought some time ago a Groupon. The place is cute, our waiter was a little moody, the food was ok. I guess its one of those places you have to know what to order. Overall 3 stars.

Tre Porcellini

1417 University Avenue

San Diego, CA 92103

(619) 294-9201

Open Daily:

Mon-Thu, Sun ~ 4-10pm

Fri-Sat ~ 11:30am-11pm

www.TrePorcellini.net

You can find their menu here!

As soon as you seat they bring out bread and this olive oil/tomato spread. Delicious.

I ordered the Beef Carpaccio and it was good.

  

~I had the Penne Carbonara and the creamy sauce had 

an overpowering taste, couldn’t finish it.

~My sis had the Pappardelle alla vodka, although the 

sauce was really good, it came with smoked and 

fresh salmon. A little too fishy.

~My friend had the Vitello Saltimbocca and it was pretty good, and the roasted rosemary potatoes were delish.

 I am not a coffee lover, but this Tiramisu was a O.K.

Loved that they had a 5KG Nutella jar!

Like I mentioned before I used my Groupon, 

so here is the process to redeem it on you smartphone.

-Cass

Local Eats: Tioli's Crazee Burger

Hello burger lovers!

This is a post for you! I recently decided to use my living social deal to Tioli’s Crazee Burger in North Park. I have to warn you that it is not the prettiest looking place, but most of the time this is where you'll find the best food. No charades or distracting you with the décor. This place has some pretty serious good burgers.

Crazee Burger 

4201 30^th Street

San Diego, CA 92104

(North Park)

(619) 282-6044

Open Daily:
Su-Th ~ 11am-9pm

Fri & Sat ~ 11am-11pm

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2415 San Diego Avenue

San Diego, CA 92110

(Old Town)

(619) 269-3333

Open Daily:
Su-Th ~ 11am-9pm

Fri & Sat ~ 11am-10pm

www.crazeeburger.com

 Order, pay, get your number, find a table and wait shortly for great food.

 #61 CRAZEE FRIES, Salt & Grated Parmesan Cheese Blend $1.99

These fries are amazing!

 #12 Hamburger DANSK with crumbled Blue Cheese $6.49


I had this burger and it was delicious! Normally the blue cheese its too strong, but in this case it was just perfect. Oh and I added the bacon to the order.

#04 CheeeeeeeeeeSeeeeeeey Burger, Swiss, Cheddar or Pepper Jack $5.49


My beau and niece had this one and they said they really liked it. They added bacon and avocado.

Of course I got my punch card, I plan on coming back soon.

This is how Living Social works…

Upon ordering I presented my discounted deal and they gladly accepted it.

Check out their menu here, they have tons of options.

Visit them and enjoy, I surely did!

-Cass