Rudy's Pub is more than just a sports bar

*Editor's note: the writer of this review was  previously employed at Rudy's Pub & Grill*
By Priya Gupta, Staff Writer

Logo courtesy of Rudy's Pub & Grill

Great food, friendly service and sports galore are hallmarks of the Rudy’s Pub and Grill experience.

Usually when you head down to a pub, you brace yourself for the greasy—and usually not too tasty—pub fare, however, eating at Rudy’s requires no such preparation.

In addition to all the normal amenities of a sports bar, such as the 38 TVs throughout the restaurant and the full service bar, Rudy’s also offers patrons a full restaurant menu.

Onotria Wine Country Cuisine is hidden treasure

Originally published in the Sept. 22, 2010 issue of the Coast Report
By Priya Gupta, Staff Writer

When occasions that warrant a formal dinner come around — be they big celebrations or just a thank God it’s Friday moment — most people will head over to one of the many big name chain restaurants in the area.

Sometimes, however, there are hidden gems to be found right in one’s own backyard. Costa Mesa’s own Onotria Wine Country Cuisine is certainly one of those gems.

Five Guys burgers good, not great

Originally published in the Oct. 13, 2010 issue of the Coast Report

 Photo by Andy Nguyen

When I read on the Orange County Register’s Fast Food Maven blog that there was going to be a Five Guys Burgers and Fries opening in Huntington Beach, I was ecstatic.