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Playground: More Than Just a Burger Joint

June 25, 2015 by

Its name already implies a fun, social atmosphere, but Playground takes a serious approach when it comes to their handcrafted menu. This hip Santa Ana burger joint serves more than just burgers, and they have an expansive craft beer list that may impress even the most knowledgeable beer enthusiast.

The restaurant specializes in American small plates that include perfectly tender pork belly, traditional chicken wings, roasted vegetables and yes, a self-proclaimed “perfect burger.” On Sundays Playground spices things up with an elaborate champagne brunch for the early risers and a Sunday Supper that consists of a medley of the chef’s favorite creations that change from week to week. With its moody, rustic decor and art-filled walls, Playground aims to be pleasing to the taste buds and to your sense of aesthetic.

Playground is open for dinner on weeknights and until 2 a.m. on weekends. Brunch and supper are served on Sundays. To make a reservation, visit the convenient website or call the restaurant directly.

Playground
220 E. 4th Street
Santa Ana, CA 92701
(714) 560-4444
www.playgrounddtsa.com
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Bite Into a Crispy-Chewy Baguette at Bronx Sandwich Company

June 4, 2015 by

Step inside Bronx Sandwich Company in Tustin, and you'll be instantly transported to a classic New York deli thousands of miles away. The eatery strives to "bring the East Coast to the West Coast," and if its many glowing reviews are any indication, it succeeds. A large part of that success is due to its high quality Dietz & Watson deli meats (the only kind you'll ever find in a sandwich here) and the bread, sourced from a nearby bakery.

When it comes to bread choices, one option far outshines the others: the French baguette. Crunchy on the outside and fluffy and chewy on the inside, the baguette is the most popular way to bookend a sandwich at Bronx Sandwich Company. Ask for a baguette stuffed with hot pastrami and mustard, known as the East Coast Pastrami. You can also try the popular Philly Cheese with ribbons of beef and gooey provolone cheese tucked inside a sub bun along with onions, peppers, mushrooms, and mayo.

Bronx Sandwich Company
13041 Newport Avenue
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 505-9100
www.bronxsandwich.com
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Authentic Indian Food Is on the Menu at Rasoi Curry Point

May 28, 2015 by

Creative and flavorful dishes from India’s main culinary regions are highlighted at Rasoi Curry Point. This Tustin restaurant serves authentic Indian food, according to regular patrons. Start off your meal with piping hot and savory vegetable samosas, then pore over the menu of traditional and modern Indian fare.

Most of the dishes are vegetarian, but there are lamb and chicken curries and entrees, as well. Rasoi also features several Indo-Chinese dishes such as the spicy-sweet ginger chicken served with rice. Be sure to try the fan favorite chicken tikka masala, which is a classic chicken dish marinated in a savory, spicy tomato sauce. An added bonus: if you check into Rasoi Curry Point on Yelp, you’ll get a free mango lassi with your meal!

Rasoi Curry Point
678 El Camino Real
Tustin, CA 92780
(714) 442-1560
www.rasoicurrypoint.com
www.yelp.com/biz/rasoi-curry-point-tustin

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Cowgirls Cafe: Fill Up With a Country Breakfast

April 23, 2015 by

If you’re looking for a home-cooked meal that you don’t have to cook yourself, you’ll find it at Cowgirls Cafe. Specializing in homestyle fare, this down-home, diner-style eatery offers hearty meals for breakfast and lunch.

The breakfast menu in the spacious, light-filled restaurant consists of customizable omelets, chicken fried steak, and biscuits and gravy, or you can choose eggs, meat, and sides to create your own breakfast platter. For lunch, Cowgirls Cafe switches over to a list of affordable and filling options like the famous Cowgirl Burger, pastas, and other homestyle specials. (Be sure to check out the specials menu before ordering; it's located by the front door!)

The restaurant’s walls are covered in license plates from all over the country, while the tufted yellow booths create ample seating for parties of any size.

Cowgirls Cafe
1720 S. Grand Ave.
Santa Ana, CA 92705
(714) 542-8877
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Royal Khyber Fine Indian Cuisine: Flavorful and Fresh

March 26, 2015 by

Royal Khyber Fine Indian Cuisine serves tasty Indian cuisine in Santa Ana, and the food paired with the restaurant's welcoming ambiance brings regular diners back again and again.

Royal Khyber's menu is chock full of authentic Indian cuisine dishes like tandoori grilled fish topped with tamarind sauce, chicken with black pepper curry, as well as other items like salmon fish tacos and spicy kebabs. Ala carte items are available here, too, with choices like mango chutney, olive naan, samosa veggies, chicken, or lamb, and pappadam.

For dinner Royal Khyber adds to its menu with appetizers including warm eggplant salad, smoked lamb cakes, and curried mussels in coconut and wine sauce. Of course, there is a wide selection of tandoori cooked items, from bread to seafood, as well as many great main courses, such as goan prawn masala, spicy chicken madras, along with a variety of curries, all served with rice.

Visit Royal Khyber Fine Indian Cuisine's website to learn more about this Santa Ana restaurant.

Royal Khyber Fine Indian Cuisine
1621 West Sunflower Avenue
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 436-1010
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Fresh Mexican Food Is Served Daily at Baja Fish Tacos

February 26, 2015 by

Founded in Santa Ana in 1996, Baja Fish Tacos strives to provide the best Mexican food to customers, embellishing upon recipes from family and friends. The result is a family-friendly mini chain of seven casual eateries that rely on high quality ingredients in everything from the made-in-house chips to the signature salsas.

The menu keeps it simple with traditional Mexican fare of tacos, enchiladas, and burritos. Tacos and enchiladas are served with sides of pinto beans and rice. Locals love the different salsas and the rich flavors packed into every bite. So if you have a hankering for some Mexican food and want it served hot, fresh, and perhaps most importantly, quickly, stop by Baja Fish Tacos and grab a bite.

Baja Fish Tacos's Santa Ana location is open 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.

Baja Fish Tacos
3664 S. Bristol Street
Santa Ana, CA 92704
(714) 641-4836
bajafishtacos.com/locations.html
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