This weekend, I was excited to enjoy my first indoor dining experience since Covid at a brand-new, locally-owned restaurant in the Tower District. Banzai Japanese Bar & Kitchen opened in the former Casa de Tamales location on N. Olive between Palm & Fulton just a couple doors down from the Lincoln Pub & Grub. The Lincoln Pub made a name for itself by offering craft cocktails and tasty … [Read more...]
Mayd Modern Mediterranean opens in Northwest Fresno
Oh friends, do I have a tasty story for you! Do you like supporting local restaurants? How about super fresh, healthy foods that are bursting with flavor and offer tons of variety? And convenience, you like that too? Well buckle up, because a brand-new restaurant just opened and I think you're going to LOVE it! Mayd Modern Mediterranean just opened in the former Butterfish location on the … [Read more...]
Tower’s new Bocca Taqueria satisfies your cravings for flavorful tacos
Living in the Taco Capital, Fresnans are lucky to have tacos available on numerous street corners throughout the city. Sometimes, however, you want to go out for tacos and have a place to sit and relax while you eat, as well as a wide variety of meat and filling options to choose from—like those you enjoy from your favorite taco truck. Bocca Taqueria, a newly opened Tower District … [Read more...]
House of JuJu team opens Papa’s Place in Clovis
When people ask me what the best place to eat in Clovis is, I’ve only ever given one answer: House of JuJu in Old Town. Their burgers, flatbreads, and salads with an endless combination of sauces and meats cannot be surpassed. The restaurant is so well-loved it moved into a bigger location late last year at Pollasky and Bullard. So I was beyond excited to hear that the owners of … [Read more...]
New lunch spot in Downtown Fresno has old ties to the neighborhood
A favorite downtown Fresno lunch spot has re-opened in the Galleria with a new name. Ragazzo's is a quick service Italian restaurant co-owned by Executive Chef Gerald Chiarito and Marcel Bourdase. Chef Gerald is the original owner of Goodfellas, which he opened in the Galleria in 2001 and sold in 2006. Located at 2405 Capitol Street, the Galleria is on the corner at Kern … [Read more...]
Tamari Robatayaki and Whisky Bar brings a new style of Japanese cooking to Fresno
As someone who tries to keep an ear out for local restaurants and businesses opening, whenever I hear of a new place to eat that offers something different from anything I’ve tried before, I get excited. Recently, I heard about the opening of Tamari Robatayaki & Whisky Bar on "Restaurant Row" in the North Pointe Center on Palm and Herndon, and my interest was piqued. What is “Robatayaki”? I … [Read more...]
Kenji’s Teriyaki Grill: Is it worth the hype?
Recently, I had three different friends who don’t hang out in the same circles mention something about “that great teriyaki place by Target.” One friend talked about the excellent customer service. The second mentioned huge portion sizes for very reasonable prices. And the third spoke of tender teriyaki tri-tip and an amazing panko-crusted chicken. A quick Yelp search later, I learned the name … [Read more...]
Quesadilla Gorilla: Funny Name, Seriously Tasty Food
Melted cheese. It’s the best, isn’t it? I’d say it’s tied for most irresistible food along with maple bar donuts for me. So, when a new restaurant specializing in gourmet quesadillas opened up within ten minutes of my office, you know I had to make the trip over promptly. About Quesadilla Gorilla Two weeks ago, Quesadilla Gorilla opened the doors to its second brick-and-mortar location, … [Read more...]