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Where are these places?
THE 1HAPPY HAUNT
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Frantones has 2 locations I am aware of in Downey and Cerritos and Chris 'N' Pitts is located in Downey and Bellflower. The latter being a bbq place between the two restuarants i listed
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Disney Irish
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Mac Tonight
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Ike's Love and Sandwiches (formerly Ike's Place)
www.loveandsandwiches.com
Locations throughout CA, NV, TX, and even Hawaii.
Originated in San Francisco (featured on Man v. Food).
The ones in Burbank and Westwood are great, but parking can sometimes be annoying.
Their menu is extensive (including a secret menu found online) and even though something
isn't written on the board, they can make pretty much any sandwich (except for certain location
exclusives) at any location.
I prefer the "Lincecum" (#55), "We're Just Friends" (#99), and if I'm in the mood, the "Menage A Trois" (#111)
(Not sure which one this is, but don't worry, the bread is supposed to look that way. It's their signature Dutch Crunch.)
Home | Sandwich | Delivery or Takeout | Vegetarian | Vegan | Ike’s Sandwiches Near Me
This ain’t your momma’s sandwich shop. Ike’s Love & Sandwiches has over 800 sandwiches for everyone, whether you’re a carnivore, vegetarian, or vegan.
www.loveandsandwiches.com
Locations throughout CA, NV, TX, and even Hawaii.
Originated in San Francisco (featured on Man v. Food).
The ones in Burbank and Westwood are great, but parking can sometimes be annoying.
Their menu is extensive (including a secret menu found online) and even though something
isn't written on the board, they can make pretty much any sandwich (except for certain location
exclusives) at any location.
I prefer the "Lincecum" (#55), "We're Just Friends" (#99), and if I'm in the mood, the "Menage A Trois" (#111)
(Not sure which one this is, but don't worry, the bread is supposed to look that way. It's their signature Dutch Crunch.)
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No, I’d like to keep this food-specific.
Disney Irish
Premium Member
Well Mom seems to think this is the DLR Forum "chit-chat" thread. So might want to change the title.
Well Mom seems to think this is the DLR Forum "chit-chat" thread. So might want to change the title.
I’m not sure if I can, a mod actually changed it to the current title. I’ll try.
mickEblu
Well-Known Member
Looks like Ravens on it
TP2000
Well-Known Member
Oh my gosh, Chris n' Pitts! It was a SoCal original with many locations in the 20th century. It appears there's only two left.
There is another SoCal gem that only locals tend to know about. The Dal Rae, across the freeway from Whittier in the city of Pico Rivera. This is the most wonderful old school steakhouse and swanky hangout! It's been around since the 1950's, and I had older family who said that during the 1950's and 60's it was THE place to go for birthday's and anniversaries and Prom. I rediscovered it about a decade ago, and now it's my go-to for 1960's steakhouse glory.
The facility is mid century modern, and except for some contemporary landscaping, the signage and building looks exactly as it did in the 1950's and 60's. The big pylon neon sign comes up fast on your right as your drive west on Washington Blvd., and they have mandatory valet parking as the parking lot is small and cramped.
There's a cocktail bar off the entrance with live jazz or piano on weekends, but the bartender is top notch seven nights a week. I order my martinis "extra dry" and the Dal Rae bartender keeps some Vermouth in a spritz atomizer that he lightly sprays the glass with. That's class!
The dining room is dark, paneled in walnut with brown leather banquettes lining the mirrored walls. It's all very moody and ultra-luxe.
But the thing is, at The Dal Rae they still do lots of tableside preparations as if it was your Prom night in 1963. The Caesar Salad prepared tableside is absolutely the best Caesar I've ever had in my entire life. If you order the Ceasar Salad, which is around $20 for two, the manager rolls out a custom wooden cart loaded with fresh ingredients; fresh Romaine, raw eggs, lemons, garlic cloves, toasted croutons, salted anchovies, shaved fresh Parmesan, oils and wines and Worcesteshire sauce, etc. and then he builds your salad there on the cart in a spinning teak salad bowl. It's absolutely wonderful to watch, and all the other tables near you get jealous, and then the actual salad is TO DIE FOR.
Dal Rae Manager preparing your Ceasar Salad tableside!
They also put an iced relish and vegetable tray on your table as you are seated, just like it was 1963. For you young'uns, this used to be the traditional "welcome" dish offered at fancy restaurants in the mid 20th century. Hilarious!
The menu is mainly 1960's swanky steakhouse standards. The appetizers are wonderful favorites, and I always get the Escargot to start. The steaks are dry aged and delicious, but they also have chicken and fish options (I've only had steaks or Prime Rib there). You really can't go wrong with the entrees. I once had the Chauteaubriand for two here, and it was tremendous.
For dessert, it's still 1963 and they have several options that are prepared tableside and set aflame. I often get the Bananas Foster or the Cherries Jubilee. Last time though I had the Gold Brick Sundae and it was fabulous!
The service is friendly but polished and professional, and they love to showcase their talents and special options made tableside. If you go to the Dal Rae, do me a favor; ladies do your hair and wear a pretty dress, gents should at least wear a crisp shirt and a sport coat. Go big on this! Tip your valet drivers well! Order at least one tableside option, and I highly recommend the Caesar Salad. Tip your waiter/waitress well. The Dal Rae is a SoCal gem that's been there for decades, and they work hard to keep up the old standards. They deserve to be rewarded.
You'll want to get a reservation via OpenTable, or by calling the restaurant directly. It's popular, especially Thursdays-Sundays.
The Dal Rae
9023 Washington Blvd, Pico Rivera, CA 90660
323.723.4427
www.dalrae.com
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Oh my gosh, Chris n' Pitts! I had family in the Whittier area in the mid 20th century; dad's side of the family was working class down in the Whittier flatlands and mom's side of the family was upper-middle class up in the Friendly Hills area. But both sides of the family LOVED going to Chriss n' Pitts in Whittier, and I remember it being delicious. Just checked and it looks like the Whittier location is closed.
Nearby however, is another SoCal gem that only locals tend to know about. The Dal Rae, across the freeway from Whittier in the city of Pico Rivera. This is the most wonderful old school steakhouse and swanky hangout! It's been around since the 1950's, and I had older family who said that during the 1950's and 60's it was THE place to go for birthday's and anniversaries and Prom. I rediscovered it about a decade ago, and now it's my go-to for 1960's steakhouse glory.
The facility is mid century modern, and except for some contemporary landscaping, the signage and building looks exactly as it did in the 1950's and 60's. The big pylon neon sign comes up fast on your right as your drive west on Washington Blvd., and they have mandatory valet parking as the parking lot is small and cramped.
There's a cocktail bar off the entrance with live jazz or piano on weekends, but the bartender is top notch seven nights a week. I order my martinis "extra dry" and the Dal Rae bartender keeps some Vermouth in a spritz atomizer that he lightly sprays the glass with. That's class!
The dining room is dark, paneled in walnut with brown leather banquettes lining the mirrored walls. It's all very moody and ultra-luxe.
But the thing is, at The Dal Rae they still do lots of tableside preparations as if it was your Prom night in 1963. The Caesar Salad prepared tableside is absolutely the best Caesar I've ever had in my entire life. If you order the Ceasar Salad, which is around $20 for two, the manager rolls out a custom wooden cart loaded with fresh ingredients; fresh Romaine, raw eggs, lemons, garlic cloves, toasted croutons, salted anchovies, shaved fresh Parmesan, oils and wines and Worcesteshire sauce, etc. and then he builds your salad there on the cart in a spinning teak salad bowl. It's absolutely wonderful to watch, and all the other tables near you get jealous, and then the actual salad is TO DIE FOR.
Dal Rae Manager preparing your Ceasar Salad tableside!
They also put an iced relish and vegetable tray on your table as you are seated, just like it was 1963. For you young'uns, this used to be the traditional "welcome" dish offered at fancy restaurants in the mid 20th century. Hilarious!
The menu is mainly 1960's swanky steakhouse standards. The appetizers are wonderful favorites, and I always get the Escargot to start. The steaks are dry aged and delicious, but they also have chicken and fish options (I've only had steaks or Prime Rib there). You really can't go wrong with the entrees. I once had the Chauteaubriand for two here, and it was tremendous.
For dessert, it's still 1963 and they have several options that are prepared tableside and set aflame. I often get the Bananas Foster or the Cherries Jubilee. Last time though I had the Gold Brick Sundae and it was fabulous!
The service is friendly but polished and professional, and they love to showcase their talents and special options made tableside. If you go to the Dal Rae, do me a favor; ladies do your hair and wear a pretty dress, gents should at least wear a crisp shirt and a sport coat. Go big on this! Tip your valet drivers well! Order at least one tableside option, and I highly recommend the Caesar Salad. Tip your waiter/waitress well. The Dal Rae is a SoCal gem that's been there for decades, and they work hard to keep up the old standards. They deserve to be rewarded.
You'll want to get a reservation via OpenTable, or by calling the restaurant directly. It's popular, especially Thursdays-Sundays.
The Dal Rae
9023 Washington Blvd, Pico Rivera, CA 90660
323.723.4427
www.dalrae.com
I definitely need to check this out. I’m a sucker for old restaurants, especially ones from the 1950’s.
truecoat
Well-Known Member
Oh my gosh, Chris n' Pitts! I had family in the Whittier area in the mid 20th century; dad's side of the family was working class down in the Whittier flatlands and mom's side of the family was upper-middle class up in the Friendly Hills area. But both sides of the family LOVED going to Chriss n' Pitts in Whittier, and I remember it being delicious. Just checked and it looks like the Whittier location is closed.
Nearby however, is another SoCal gem that only locals tend to know about. The Dal Rae, across the freeway from Whittier in the city of Pico Rivera. This is the most wonderful old school steakhouse and swanky hangout! It's been around since the 1950's, and I had older family who said that during the 1950's and 60's it was THE place to go for birthday's and anniversaries and Prom. I rediscovered it about a decade ago, and now it's my go-to for 1960's steakhouse glory.
The facility is mid century modern, and except for some contemporary landscaping, the signage and building looks exactly as it did in the 1950's and 60's. The big pylon neon sign comes up fast on your right as your drive west on Washington Blvd., and they have mandatory valet parking as the parking lot is small and cramped.
There's a cocktail bar off the entrance with live jazz or piano on weekends, but the bartender is top notch seven nights a week. I order my martinis "extra dry" and the Dal Rae bartender keeps some Vermouth in a spritz atomizer that he lightly sprays the glass with. That's class!
The dining room is dark, paneled in walnut with brown leather banquettes lining the mirrored walls. It's all very moody and ultra-luxe.
But the thing is, at The Dal Rae they still do lots of tableside preparations as if it was your Prom night in 1963. The Caesar Salad prepared tableside is absolutely the best Caesar I've ever had in my entire life. If you order the Ceasar Salad, which is around $20 for two, the manager rolls out a custom wooden cart loaded with fresh ingredients; fresh Romaine, raw eggs, lemons, garlic cloves, toasted croutons, salted anchovies, shaved fresh Parmesan, oils and wines and Worcesteshire sauce, etc. and then he builds your salad there on the cart in a spinning teak salad bowl. It's absolutely wonderful to watch, and all the other tables near you get jealous, and then the actual salad is TO DIE FOR.
Dal Rae Manager preparing your Ceasar Salad tableside!
They also put an iced relish and vegetable tray on your table as you are seated, just like it was 1963. For you young'uns, this used to be the traditional "welcome" dish offered at fancy restaurants in the mid 20th century. Hilarious!
The menu is mainly 1960's swanky steakhouse standards. The appetizers are wonderful favorites, and I always get the Escargot to start. The steaks are dry aged and delicious, but they also have chicken and fish options (I've only had steaks or Prime Rib there). You really can't go wrong with the entrees. I once had the Chauteaubriand for two here, and it was tremendous.
For dessert, it's still 1963 and they have several options that are prepared tableside and set aflame. I often get the Bananas Foster or the Cherries Jubilee. Last time though I had the Gold Brick Sundae and it was fabulous!
The service is friendly but polished and professional, and they love to showcase their talents and special options made tableside. If you go to the Dal Rae, do me a favor; ladies do your hair and wear a pretty dress, gents should at least wear a crisp shirt and a sport coat. Go big on this! Tip your valet drivers well! Order at least one tableside option, and I highly recommend the Caesar Salad. Tip your waiter/waitress well. The Dal Rae is a SoCal gem that's been there for decades, and they work hard to keep up the old standards. They deserve to be rewarded.
You'll want to get a reservation via OpenTable, or by calling the restaurant directly. It's popular, especially Thursdays-Sundays.
The Dal Rae
9023 Washington Blvd, Pico Rivera, CA 90660
323.723.4427
www.dalrae.com
You sold me. I'm adding this to the list for next time I'm in LA.
mickEblu
Well-Known Member
Oh my gosh, Chris n' Pitts! I had family in the Whittier area in the mid 20th century; dad's side of the family was working class down in the Whittier flatlands and mom's side of the family was upper-middle class up in the Friendly Hills area. But both sides of the family LOVED going to Chriss n' Pitts in Whittier, and I remember it being delicious. Just checked and it looks like the Whittier location is closed.
Nearby however, is another SoCal gem that only locals tend to know about. The Dal Rae, across the freeway from Whittier in the city of Pico Rivera. This is the most wonderful old school steakhouse and swanky hangout! It's been around since the 1950's, and I had older family who said that during the 1950's and 60's it was THE place to go for birthday's and anniversaries and Prom. I rediscovered it about a decade ago, and now it's my go-to for 1960's steakhouse glory.
The facility is mid century modern, and except for some contemporary landscaping, the signage and building looks exactly as it did in the 1950's and 60's. The big pylon neon sign comes up fast on your right as your drive west on Washington Blvd., and they have mandatory valet parking as the parking lot is small and cramped.
There's a cocktail bar off the entrance with live jazz or piano on weekends, but the bartender is top notch seven nights a week. I order my martinis "extra dry" and the Dal Rae bartender keeps some Vermouth in a spritz atomizer that he lightly sprays the glass with. That's class!
The dining room is dark, paneled in walnut with brown leather banquettes lining the mirrored walls. It's all very moody and ultra-luxe.
But the thing is, at The Dal Rae they still do lots of tableside preparations as if it was your Prom night in 1963. The Caesar Salad prepared tableside is absolutely the best Caesar I've ever had in my entire life. If you order the Ceasar Salad, which is around $20 for two, the manager rolls out a custom wooden cart loaded with fresh ingredients; fresh Romaine, raw eggs, lemons, garlic cloves, toasted croutons, salted anchovies, shaved fresh Parmesan, oils and wines and Worcesteshire sauce, etc. and then he builds your salad there on the cart in a spinning teak salad bowl. It's absolutely wonderful to watch, and all the other tables near you get jealous, and then the actual salad is TO DIE FOR.
Dal Rae Manager preparing your Ceasar Salad tableside!
They also put an iced relish and vegetable tray on your table as you are seated, just like it was 1963. For you young'uns, this used to be the traditional "welcome" dish offered at fancy restaurants in the mid 20th century. Hilarious!
The menu is mainly 1960's swanky steakhouse standards. The appetizers are wonderful favorites, and I always get the Escargot to start. The steaks are dry aged and delicious, but they also have chicken and fish options (I've only had steaks or Prime Rib there). You really can't go wrong with the entrees. I once had the Chauteaubriand for two here, and it was tremendous.
For dessert, it's still 1963 and they have several options that are prepared tableside and set aflame. I often get the Bananas Foster or the Cherries Jubilee. Last time though I had the Gold Brick Sundae and it was fabulous!
The service is friendly but polished and professional, and they love to showcase their talents and special options made tableside. If you go to the Dal Rae, do me a favor; ladies do your hair and wear a pretty dress, gents should at least wear a crisp shirt and a sport coat. Go big on this! Tip your valet drivers well! Order at least one tableside option, and I highly recommend the Caesar Salad. Tip your waiter/waitress well. The Dal Rae is a SoCal gem that's been there for decades, and they work hard to keep up the old standards. They deserve to be rewarded.
You'll want to get a reservation via OpenTable, or by calling the restaurant directly. It's popular, especially Thursdays-Sundays.
The Dal Rae
9023 Washington Blvd, Pico Rivera, CA 90660
323.723.4427
www.dalrae.com
This place looks awesome!! Right up my alley.
NateD1226
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I think it is decent. It isn't the best BBQ but it is still good.
Disney Analyst
Well-Known Member
So it’s been since 2011 that I got down to Disneyland... I’ve been to Florida twice since, but California is happening next year finally.
So I’ll soak this all up as much as I can.
When my friends and I went in 2011 we made friends with some CMs and they made it their mission to expose us to In n Out.
We were nice about it at the time, but none of us were insanely impressed
So I’ll soak this all up as much as I can.
When my friends and I went in 2011 we made friends with some CMs and they made it their mission to expose us to In n Out.
We were nice about it at the time, but none of us were insanely impressed
There’s no way The Habit is better than In-N-Out. The only thing they do better is shakes.
I don’t expect those who weren’t raised on In-N-Out to love it as much as those who were do, or love it at all. I also don’t expect natives to love it either.
truecoat
Well-Known Member
My first experience with In-N-Out was less than stellar. It just seemed like another hamburger place but I've come around since then. Is it the best? No, but it's way up there.
Thinking about it, I'd put Freddie's Steakburgers on top with In-N-Out next followed by Culvers.
I’ve never had either of those, but I’d be down to try them.
Yeah, I’m not surprised about your reaction. It’s definitely a cultural thing, plus you have to know what/how to order.
truecoat
Well-Known Member
I wonder if the first time was just a bad experience. It's been stellar since then in both Cali and Vegas.