This post is going to veer a little bit from the norm, because it's not a review of a restaurant, but a review of a food service. I have reviewed a grocery store before, though, so it's not all that unusual. Have you heard about Green BEAN Delivery? Basically, it's a weekly, organic grocery delivery service. Here's how it works. You sign up for an account, then you customize … [Read more...]
Pete’s Diner
Lafayette is suddenly flush with new restaurants and I'm excited! Today I had lunch at Pete's Diner. I've got good and bad to report, so here goes. I try not to be too overly harsh on a restaurant if I visit right after opening, so please take this review with a grain of salt. First, let me start by saying that I tip my hat to anyone who tries to make a go in that location, … [Read more...]
Town & Gown Bistro
With all the restaurants going out of business in town, I'm excited to see some new life coming to some familiar locations. At some point last spring, I was out running and ran by the building on North River Road that was previously Spurlocks and then, once upon a time, a place I loved called Windows on the Levee. I noticed something about the defunct building... it had flowers … [Read more...]
Restauration
I was excited when I read in the Journal and Courier that the owners of La Scala would be opening a new restaurant. The restaurant, called Restauration, has taken over the space previously occupied by Pre Lounge and then by Serendipity. The concept is farm to fork - with foods sourced locally and menu items that change seasonally. The menu all is also very conscious of food … [Read more...]
Parkside Seafood House
So, have you all been waiting for this one? :) I luckily had a chance to visit this restaurant tonight, but it's definitely been on my radar. If you haven't heard, it's a new seafood place over by Columbian Park. It's located right across from the parking lot for Tropicanoe Cove. Number one thing you should know about this place is that you should make a reservation if … [Read more...]
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