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Two kinds of pork offer differing flavor profiles that work well together in a Cubano, …
The view from the parking lot may be spotted in the reflection of the shiny …
Lake Wohlford is regularly stocked with trout for recreational fishing.
Fried catfish with a cornmeal crust plus hush puppies and coleslaw with diced cherries
A marlin trophy demands attention, but the lake out the window might be a better …
This rural diner sits opposite Lake Wohlford in northeast Escondido.
SR76 looks and feels more like a casino lounge than a San Diego brewery.
The SR76 house brewery sits across from the hotel entrance at Harrah’s Resort Southern California.
Beachwood BBQ & Brewery released Invasive Species in response to Ballast Point moving onto its …
The wall decor at the Border X tasting room goes a different direction than most.
Comfortable seats for a beer tasting at Acoustic Ales
A modest family restaurant in National City...that serves killer poke.
The thin slices of sautéed beef won the day.
Crispy fried pork belly with lumpia, rice, pancit noodles, and Mang Tomas dipping sauce.
Monkey David takes out Big Beer Goliath, and a monkey pulls Santa's sleigh for Monkey …
East Village gets another ramen bar, and it’s worth it.
Rice fried chicken goes well with sake.
Canada Steak Burger, still at it in City Heights
This $4.58 burger tastes as good as it looks
Thick cuts of turkey and tomato make this simple sandwich a bargain.