Ratings Enhancements

In my never ending effort to bring to you, my dear reader, the most detailed information possible in my Bar Reviews, and having a recent epiphany on how best to convey such information, I have decided to add a letter … Continue reading

Bar Review Suggestions?

Do you have a favorite Restaurant or Bar for which you would like a Martini review?  Something elegant or a ‘hole in the wall’?   Oceanfront view or a dive bar?  Let me know and I’ll make every effort possible to … Continue reading

Bar Review: Stubrick’s Steakhouse and Bar, Fullerton, CA

Stubrick’s is know locally for their steaks and deservedly so.  They are very good, as is everything else I’ve tried.  The service is fine and the servers are friendly.  There is live music on the weekends and pool tables upstairs.   … Continue reading

Bar Review: Mastro’s Steakhouse, Costa Mesa

I did a review of Mastro’s in Thousand Oaks a few months ago and recently had the pleasure of visiting their Costa Mesa facility.  One would hope that the martini in Costa Mesa would be as fine as that in … Continue reading

Bar Review: Mr. V’s Bar and Grill, La Mirada, CA

I recently was in the neighborhood of Mr. V’s Bar and Grill.  I had been in this bar many times in the pre-blog past.  But my recent travels had not brought me in the vicinity.  So this time I looked … Continue reading

Bar Review: Smith & Wollensky, Philadelphia

I was recently in Philadelphia and stopped by Smith & Wollensky with the intent of reporting on their martini. I had been in this restaurant before with a couple of friends and we had a great time.  Their steaks are … Continue reading

Bar Review: Barclay Prime, Philadelphia

Barclay Prime may have one of the best selections of steaks in the US.  Certainly in Philadelphia.  And, of course, they are prepared perfectly.  The ambiance is subdued elegance and the staff is magnificent.  It is definitely worth a visit. … Continue reading

Bar Review: R2L, Philadelphia

Not long ago I was at R2L in Philadelphia for an after dinner drink.  R2L is on the 37 floor of Two Liberty Place and has absolutely stunning views to the north and west of Philadelphia.  Its incredible at sunset … Continue reading

Bar Review: Padri, Agoura Hills, CA

I recently visited Pardi in Agoura Hills.  The place has a new owner(s) and they remodeled the bar area.  The new decor is sort of a cross between country roadside farmhouse and LA Chic.  I like the new feel and … Continue reading

Bar Review: Mastro’s Thousand Oaks

Not to long ago I was in Thousand Oaks and stopped in at Mastro’s.  I’ve been there several times, but never to specifically review their Martini. Mastro’s is known for their steaks and excellent service.  But that doesn’t necessarily correlate … Continue reading