Month: September 2010

The Grove

Ashli Michelle September 25, 2010 2 Comments
I checked in nearby using foursquare, and a tip from Bon Appétit Magazine appeared on my iPhone. They suggested I visit The Grove since I am so close…and most importantly, because the chef has been featured in their magazine. I was on my way to Quattro, but decided The Grove is the place for Sunday Brunch this week. Upon entering, the bartender was walking toward me. It seemed like slow...

La Griglia

Ashli Michelle September 19, 2010 0 Comments
I arrived early and sat at the bar to wait for my fellow foodie friend. The manager was busy helping servers, walking through the bar with bottles of wine to deliver, and then back & forth from the kitchen to the host stand. He said hello to me twice before I ordered a drink. Well done, Mr. Manager. The Italian murals, with bright colors, make the décor at La Griglia one to write home about....

Soma Sushi

Ashli Michelle September 16, 2010 1 Comment
Washington Avenue is the place to be if you are out in Houston, minus my ex-boyfriend with a double life that lives one block over on Reinermann. Soma Sushi has been a personal favorite of mine for quite some time. One might think this is a place where the beautiful people gather to gaze at one another… While I’m sure some people do, it’s not the feeling I get each time I visit. The...

Tommy Bahama’s Tropical Cafe

Ashli Michelle September 12, 2010 0 Comments
Being from around Myrtle Beach, I have known about Tommy Bahama's… the clothing store. It wasn’t until a few months ago that I realized the Tommy Bahama's location in Texas has a restaurant in the building as well. Tommy Bahama's Tropical Cafe is a great place to meet for happy hour, as well as a nice dinner. I have been several times for happy hour and it is perfect, with low lighting, cozy...

Uni Sushi

Ashli Michelle September 4, 2010 0 Comments
I walked in and looked down the bar, imagining someone way cool drinking a cosmo while filling out a sushi sheet. Instead, I saw a bar full of locals chit chatting and having a blast. They welcomed me into their group of greatness right away! How exciting. I don’t really think it is normal how happy Uni Sushi makes me feel. I came in for “Sunday Funday.” The menu offers different items at...