Yay for a Saturday off! We decided to take advantage of the beautiful weather and head to the shoreline for the afternoon. Without a plan for lunch, I let my phone guide us and I chose Aqua. What a nice location! Right on the Clinton marina, with a nice breeze coming in off the sound. We were seated immediately outside on the patio (a little chilly in the shade!). I decided to keep it fresh and simple for lunch and ordered the barbequed shrimp wrap--with bacon, avocado, lettuce and mayo, it was delish! It came with either fries or coleslaw on the side--I was mistakenly given coleslaw, but that was quickly rectified and a fresh plate of fries were brought out. Tom had the broiled seafood plate, which was good, but disappointing--only 2 shrimp, 2 scallops and a small piece of filet of sole.
We would definitely return, but next time we'd be careful about what we ordered, especially considering we expected more out of Tom's dish for the price! Very nice location, food was tasty and service was friendly, fast & efficient.
www.aquaonthewater.com
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
4/23/10-East West Grille, West Hartford, CT
Jill was all alone for the evening and asked Tom and I to go out with her to her new favorite Thai restaurant--can't turn that down! East West Grille is in an old diner, which is strange but kinda kitchy, with the decorations and whatnot. Speaking of the decorations--there were hats that were atop the posts of the booths and they were covered in cobwebs--it was gross and creepy. Also, they could use some real shades because we were absolutely blinded by the setting sun!
We were all starving so we started with a few appetizers--thai calamari, which was absolutely deliciously different, basted in a sweet chili sauce; we also had the crispy spring rolls, which had a nice crunch and dipping sauce with it. For our entrees, we waited quite a while, almost too long. I had the drunken noodles, my go to dish when trying any new Thai place--the dish was very nicely presented, not too spicy (I wouldn't have minded it hotter) but the portions were smaller than I expected. Tom had the pad radna, which he enjoyed--it had an almost soup-like presentation. Jill had the pad thai which she always enjoys. Overall, for Tom and I, not a terrible experience, certainly better than a few places we've been to, but can't say we're clamoring to go back.
www.eastwestgrille.com
We were all starving so we started with a few appetizers--thai calamari, which was absolutely deliciously different, basted in a sweet chili sauce; we also had the crispy spring rolls, which had a nice crunch and dipping sauce with it. For our entrees, we waited quite a while, almost too long. I had the drunken noodles, my go to dish when trying any new Thai place--the dish was very nicely presented, not too spicy (I wouldn't have minded it hotter) but the portions were smaller than I expected. Tom had the pad radna, which he enjoyed--it had an almost soup-like presentation. Jill had the pad thai which she always enjoys. Overall, for Tom and I, not a terrible experience, certainly better than a few places we've been to, but can't say we're clamoring to go back.
www.eastwestgrille.com
4/17/10-El Charrito Taco Truck, Stamford, CT
I know, I'm a bit behind on blogging. I have been so swamped with work and school that I barely have time to breathe! I digress.....
So, on this lovely Saturday, I was working in Stamford and my partner mentioned that he was looking for some good Mexican food. After doing a little investigating, I was pointed towards the El Charrito truck. Having a few minutes of downtime right around lunch, we headed to that side of town. The truck is pretty easy to spot, considering it's bright yellow and there's usually a few people milling around, eating their lunch or waiting for their orders. A lovely woman took my order and said it would be a few minutes. They have all the basics--tacos, burritos, tortas, hamburgers and hotdogs (but why would you want those when you can have authentic Mexican food?!). My partner ordered a steak burrito (huge!) and 2 steak tacos. I had 3 tacos--one chorizo, one pollo, one carne adobada--they were all fresh and delicious, double tortillas, garnished with onion and cilantro and a lime wedge to squeeze over it. We also got a few sides of their hot sauce which wasn't too bad, but the heat did sneak up on you after a while! The food came out pretty fast, which is important to us when we are working on the road, transporting patients--most restaurant personnel are aware of that when we stop to get food somewhere in uniform that we need it fairly quickly, never know when our next call is coming!
I implore you, do not be scared or hesitant to eat food off of a truck. A few people have made comments about this when I mentioned where I had lunch and the stereotypes about it are just incorrect, especially in this case. Give this a shot! You won't find nicer people or better authentic Mexican in Stamford, guaranteed.
The truck parks on Richmond Hill Ave. across from Beamer's Cafe in Stamford
www.elcharrito.info
So, on this lovely Saturday, I was working in Stamford and my partner mentioned that he was looking for some good Mexican food. After doing a little investigating, I was pointed towards the El Charrito truck. Having a few minutes of downtime right around lunch, we headed to that side of town. The truck is pretty easy to spot, considering it's bright yellow and there's usually a few people milling around, eating their lunch or waiting for their orders. A lovely woman took my order and said it would be a few minutes. They have all the basics--tacos, burritos, tortas, hamburgers and hotdogs (but why would you want those when you can have authentic Mexican food?!). My partner ordered a steak burrito (huge!) and 2 steak tacos. I had 3 tacos--one chorizo, one pollo, one carne adobada--they were all fresh and delicious, double tortillas, garnished with onion and cilantro and a lime wedge to squeeze over it. We also got a few sides of their hot sauce which wasn't too bad, but the heat did sneak up on you after a while! The food came out pretty fast, which is important to us when we are working on the road, transporting patients--most restaurant personnel are aware of that when we stop to get food somewhere in uniform that we need it fairly quickly, never know when our next call is coming!
I implore you, do not be scared or hesitant to eat food off of a truck. A few people have made comments about this when I mentioned where I had lunch and the stereotypes about it are just incorrect, especially in this case. Give this a shot! You won't find nicer people or better authentic Mexican in Stamford, guaranteed.
The truck parks on Richmond Hill Ave. across from Beamer's Cafe in Stamford
www.elcharrito.info
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
4/13/10-Les' Dairy Bar, Meriden, CT
To top off our mid-week dinner outing, we stopped at Les' for some small hot fudge sundaes. I am not the biggest fan of soft serve but I don't mind coming here! It can get quite crowded in the summer but on a cool, spring evening, there was nothing to worry about. This place is pure nostalgia for Tom, with memories of his childhood, driving down here with the neighborhood piled into his dad's pickup truck so when it comes to ice cream, I am more than happy to oblige a trip down memory lane for him. Nice, creamy vanilla soft serve with a generous coating of hot fudge sauce--heavenly! Oh, and remember--cash only!
No website, located on East Main St. in Meriden.
No website, located on East Main St. in Meriden.
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