Mobile food truck offers delicious gourmet sliders

By Annie Kim, Staff Writer

Photo courtesy of Mobi Munch

There were about eight different food trucks that Thursday afternoon at the Orange County Fairgrounds’ Food Truck Fare, ranging from sweet and savory to Asian and Mexican.

Still, the noticeably long line at The Burnt Truck gave me the clue that that’s where I should probably start.

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.

Pee Wee's Famous Hot Dogs and Hamburgers

Logo courtesy of peeweesfamous.com

Contrary to the name, this restaurant has no affiliation to the hyperactive alter-ego of Paul Reubens, which is probably good thing if you think about it--but I digress.

The KFC Double Down Sandwich: A Review

Kentucky Fried Chicken’s Double Down sandwich made its debut this past Monday and I have to say, I am not impressed.

It looks as good as it tastes, which isn't saying much.

OCC’s Captain’s Table sails to Greece

This story originally appeared in the April 7, 2010 issue of The Coast Report.

Once again, I had the fortunate pleasure to dine at the Captain’s Table, Orange Coast College’s on-campus restaurant.

Prepared and run by students of the Food Service and Culinary Arts program, The Captain’s Table offers patrons a full-course meal for $16 a person — a rise from last semester’s $12.

Korean cuisine goes south of the border

 Photo courtesy of Google

When I hear taco truck, I think of mobile health code violations and food that will give me the worst stomachache imaginable.

Thankfully, the Kogi Korean Barbecue truck is neither of those things. The truck’s kitchen is clean and efficient, and the food combines aspects from Korean and Mexican cuisine to give your taste buds the best sensation imaginable.