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Thursday, August 29, 2019
Chuck's Steak House - Danbury, CT
My husband and I recently went there for the early bird and surprisingly, the menu is more extensive than most early bird menus. Lee ordered the top sirloin with a baked potato and I ordered the grilled pork chop with a baked potato and a red sauerkraut. We both had the salad bar. Lee's steak was well cooked as were my pork chops. My only complaint, and it may just be me, is the sauerkraut had way too much caraway in it. I couldn't eat it. I didn't go hungry by any stretch of the imagination. The food was good and they also make a good burger. I've also had the stuffed sole in the past and there was a time that it was cold in the middle. I'm hesitant to order it again.
The food is not earth shattering, but you can always have a decent meal there. It's also a nice atmosphere for small events or gatherings.
Rating: 😋😋😋
www.chucksdanbury.com
Hanna's - Danbury, CT
Hanna's is a local Middle Eastern Restaurant and Market. I've heard through the grapevine that it was recently sold, but the food was as delicious as always. I went there for lunch with a friend and we both really liked our food. The server was a lovely young lady who anticipated what we needed without us having to ask. I was impressed.
I had the combination platter which consisted of hummus, baba, tabbouli, spinach pie, cheese and olives. My friend had Shish Tawook, which is chicken marinated in garlic and spices. It looked so good. We were both too full to try any of the desserts. There was a table near us who ordered a bunch of appetizers and small plates. I really need to do that one day. Yum!
Rating: 😋😋😋😋
I couldn't find a website and I forgot to take a picture. Here is a picture of coffee filter sunflowers that I made.
I had the combination platter which consisted of hummus, baba, tabbouli, spinach pie, cheese and olives. My friend had Shish Tawook, which is chicken marinated in garlic and spices. It looked so good. We were both too full to try any of the desserts. There was a table near us who ordered a bunch of appetizers and small plates. I really need to do that one day. Yum!
Rating: 😋😋😋😋
I couldn't find a website and I forgot to take a picture. Here is a picture of coffee filter sunflowers that I made.
Saturday, August 17, 2019
American Pie Company - Sherman, CT
I love this place! The food is homemade and the desserts are amazing.
We went at an odd time one day so Lee got breakfast and I got lunch. I think he ate a western omelet and I had the birdie, aka a real turkey sandwich from roasted turkey with cheese, bacon and tomato on grilled marble rye bread. So freakin' good!! It's one of those sandwiches that you crave when you are hungry or in the middle of the night. You know what I'm saying. We also brought home a strawberry rhubarb pie and an eclair for me. The eclair was huge and I initially intended to eat half, but that didn't happen. I ate the whole thing in one sitting. It was just too good to stop! NOM NOM!!
The waitresses are great too. They always make you feel like they've known you forever and are very friendly. The portions are substantial, so go there hungry and don't skip dessert. They take pie orders for the holidays too! I can't think of anything I don't like about this place.
We also enjoy stopping by the Historical Society when we are in Sherman. You can find some unique gifts and books.
Rating: 🍰🍰🍰🍰🍰
www.americanpiecompany.com
We went at an odd time one day so Lee got breakfast and I got lunch. I think he ate a western omelet and I had the birdie, aka a real turkey sandwich from roasted turkey with cheese, bacon and tomato on grilled marble rye bread. So freakin' good!! It's one of those sandwiches that you crave when you are hungry or in the middle of the night. You know what I'm saying. We also brought home a strawberry rhubarb pie and an eclair for me. The eclair was huge and I initially intended to eat half, but that didn't happen. I ate the whole thing in one sitting. It was just too good to stop! NOM NOM!!
The waitresses are great too. They always make you feel like they've known you forever and are very friendly. The portions are substantial, so go there hungry and don't skip dessert. They take pie orders for the holidays too! I can't think of anything I don't like about this place.
We also enjoy stopping by the Historical Society when we are in Sherman. You can find some unique gifts and books.
Rating: 🍰🍰🍰🍰🍰
www.americanpiecompany.com
Senor Panchos - Southbury, CT
I fell behind on my reviews lately, that's why there are so many today. I think I better start changing my hair soon so restaurant owners don't recognize me. Uht oh, Lee will have to change it up too. HAHA!! I figure it could go one of two ways, either we get the most amazing food or we get a little spit... for those of you who don't know me...I'm kidding.
Anyway, I really like the salsa at Senor Panchos. It isn't pulverized. There are small chunks of onions and whatever else they put in salsa. I ordered the Santa Fe burrito and Lee had beef tacos. Our friends had a Santa Fe burrito and steak fajitas. Lee didn't seem overly impressed with his tacos, but they are tacos. I enjoyed my burrito, except I wish there was a little less cinnamon in the mole sauce. The chicken in the burrito was well seasoned, something other places don't pay attention to. Lee ordered flan, because he always orders flan. It was creamy and looked very good. Darn, now I want flan!!! The rest of us didn't have dessert. Our friends did get cappuccino while Lee ate his flan. We meet our friends at this restaurant quite often and half the time the cappuccino machine isn't working, so you may or may not be able to get it there. Overall it's a decent American/Mexican restaurant and good service.
Rating: 🍮🍮🍮
No pictures, but I have a Jim Barbaries update. Lee called and emailed and we finally received a gift certificate.
www.senorpanchos.com
Anyway, I really like the salsa at Senor Panchos. It isn't pulverized. There are small chunks of onions and whatever else they put in salsa. I ordered the Santa Fe burrito and Lee had beef tacos. Our friends had a Santa Fe burrito and steak fajitas. Lee didn't seem overly impressed with his tacos, but they are tacos. I enjoyed my burrito, except I wish there was a little less cinnamon in the mole sauce. The chicken in the burrito was well seasoned, something other places don't pay attention to. Lee ordered flan, because he always orders flan. It was creamy and looked very good. Darn, now I want flan!!! The rest of us didn't have dessert. Our friends did get cappuccino while Lee ate his flan. We meet our friends at this restaurant quite often and half the time the cappuccino machine isn't working, so you may or may not be able to get it there. Overall it's a decent American/Mexican restaurant and good service.
Rating: 🍮🍮🍮
No pictures, but I have a Jim Barbaries update. Lee called and emailed and we finally received a gift certificate.
www.senorpanchos.com
Cover Two Sports Cafe - Sandy Hook, CT
The restaurant is new to us, but we used to go there when there were different owners. The first thing I noticed when we walked in was that it did NOT smell like stale beer and...vomit anymore!! Yippee! We were greeted immediately and our server was a lovely young lady. Good start. Lee and I went back and forth about ordering nachos and that's what we did. They were pretty good, but it's hard for me to really judge, because someone (not me) likes them with just cheese and olives. For lunch Lee ordered a hamburger and I had the Philly cheese steak. They were both okay. My sandwich definitely needed more cheese and fewer peppers and onions. Lee's burger was huge, but nothing to write home about. We both got tater tots and yum. Tater tots are the bomb!! Because we ate nachos before our meal, we brought home half of each sandwich.
We didn't have to ask for drink refills. The service was very good. It wasn't bad for a sports bar. I think we need to try it again to get a better feel for the food. The table next to us got 2 different kinds of wings and they looked delicious.
Rating: 🍔🍔🍔
www.covertwosportscafe.com
We didn't have to ask for drink refills. The service was very good. It wasn't bad for a sports bar. I think we need to try it again to get a better feel for the food. The table next to us got 2 different kinds of wings and they looked delicious.
Rating: 🍔🍔🍔
www.covertwosportscafe.com
Riverview Waterfront Cookout - Seymour, CT
This place is so nice for outdoor, casual dining. It's a hidden gem behind a small strip mall. This was our second time there and the food was the same as last year. I love consistency. They have live music, an area with a fire pit and a section for parties.
Lee ordered the Clambake. This includes a grilled lobster, 1 lb of mussels, 1 lb of steamers, 2 smoke roasted chicken thighs, 1 ear of corn, coleslaw, kielbasa and parsley potatoes. I ate the mussels and 1/2 an ear of corn, Lee gobbled down the rest. I also had the lobster roll that was loaded with fresh lobster in butter on a toasted roll. None of that mayo stuff on lobster that ruins everything!
The staff is friendly and the owner walks around talking to people and making sure you have a good experience. There is something on the menu for everyone. We've heard that the ribs are very good, I think we may try them next time. Bring a sweater, because it can get a little chilly later in the evening, but it's so darn cozy. Later in the season the fire pit will be lit and there are chairs surrounding it to sit and enjoy the weather.
Rating: 🌞🌞🌞🌞
www.riverviewwaterfront.com
I forgot to take a picture of the food. I was too excited to eat!
Lee ordered the Clambake. This includes a grilled lobster, 1 lb of mussels, 1 lb of steamers, 2 smoke roasted chicken thighs, 1 ear of corn, coleslaw, kielbasa and parsley potatoes. I ate the mussels and 1/2 an ear of corn, Lee gobbled down the rest. I also had the lobster roll that was loaded with fresh lobster in butter on a toasted roll. None of that mayo stuff on lobster that ruins everything!
The staff is friendly and the owner walks around talking to people and making sure you have a good experience. There is something on the menu for everyone. We've heard that the ribs are very good, I think we may try them next time. Bring a sweater, because it can get a little chilly later in the evening, but it's so darn cozy. Later in the season the fire pit will be lit and there are chairs surrounding it to sit and enjoy the weather.
Rating: 🌞🌞🌞🌞
www.riverviewwaterfront.com
I forgot to take a picture of the food. I was too excited to eat!
Sunday, August 4, 2019
Murphy's Pub - Newtown, CT
Lee and I decided to go to Murphy's Pub for lunch today. We haven't been there in quite a while and I think the last time we were there was about 2 years ago to see The Murphy's Law Band and eat dinner. The entertainment was great and the food was very good. For the sake of being completely transparent, we have known the Murphy family for a long time and I will do my best not to let it influence my review.
There weren't many people there when we arrived, but it had just opened for the day. As time went on the bar seats filled up with people eating lunch and enjoying a refreshment. The bartender came to us quickly and got our drink order. (A soda and a water, we are light weights). Lee ordered a Rich's reuben with fries and I ordered a bacon cheeseburger with onion rings, which is very unusual for me these days. It was very cool that Lee ordered Rich's sandwich, because he worked with Rich Murphy and his uniform shirt is hanging in the restaurant. Sadly, Rich passed away two years ago in October and we definitely felt his absence while we were there.
On a brighter note, we received our lunch in a timely manner and the food was awesome. It may have been the best cheeseburger I have ever eaten. It was juicy and flavorful. Sometimes burgers can be very bland, but this one was well seasoned and didn't even need ketchup. I used to be a burger aficionado, before my dislike of ground beef, and I have to admit that was one yummy burger. Lee also really liked his reuben.
We will be going back soon for dinner and to hear a band. I'm already looking forward to our next visit.
Review: 🎸🎸🎸🎸
www.murphyspubnewtown.com
There weren't many people there when we arrived, but it had just opened for the day. As time went on the bar seats filled up with people eating lunch and enjoying a refreshment. The bartender came to us quickly and got our drink order. (A soda and a water, we are light weights). Lee ordered a Rich's reuben with fries and I ordered a bacon cheeseburger with onion rings, which is very unusual for me these days. It was very cool that Lee ordered Rich's sandwich, because he worked with Rich Murphy and his uniform shirt is hanging in the restaurant. Sadly, Rich passed away two years ago in October and we definitely felt his absence while we were there.
On a brighter note, we received our lunch in a timely manner and the food was awesome. It may have been the best cheeseburger I have ever eaten. It was juicy and flavorful. Sometimes burgers can be very bland, but this one was well seasoned and didn't even need ketchup. I used to be a burger aficionado, before my dislike of ground beef, and I have to admit that was one yummy burger. Lee also really liked his reuben.
We will be going back soon for dinner and to hear a band. I'm already looking forward to our next visit.
Review: 🎸🎸🎸🎸
www.murphyspubnewtown.com
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