Monday, August 4, 2008

Best restaurants made affordable

We like Mala and the Pineapple Grill. These can be pricey, but reasonable if you use a little restraint. The ceviche goes a long way at Mala's; you can order a half-plate at the Pineapple Grill (also, ask for the cafe menu as well as the full fare menu). The Pineapple Grill has 50% off pupus from 8 PM to 10 PM Friday and Saturday.

New entrant: Star Noodle (nice interiors, high class noodles). We had a great time with an extended family of 20 (and again with 15) sharing the long family table.

Another good deal is the Hula Grill on Saturday evenings from 7 to 9 (call to verify the ukelele group is playing). Actually, you want to be seated in the Barefoot Bar to get the cafe menu. The ceviche with tortilla chips and guacamole is great. You generally have to wait a 30-60 minutes, but there is fun entertainment available while you wait (hula dancers, tyco drumming, etc); the restaurant will give you a pager to let you know when a table is ready.

More affordable but still good: Saigon Seafood, Penne Pasta, Java Jazz (walking distance), and the Taco Truck (pulls into a local parking area in the evenings).

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