We went to Stapleton yesterday to meet up with friends and we ate in their town center area which is quite nice. But because the kids wanted pizza, we ate at Anthony's. Since I have been on AF bases since the 1990s, I find Anthony's less than appealing - all the bases have them because of the AAFES concession contracts --- blah! Bring something else I say. In any case, we ate at Anthony's and ordered an entire 18 inch pie for approx. $16.00. That was fine but then the nickel and diming began - we asked for covered sippy covers for the kids- "that'll cost you." Nice.... then our friends asked for a side of Marinara - yeah, that was $0.70. In any case, while the pizza is greasy and good, what happened to just being a good customer-oriented restaurant?
Anthony's is delish but certainly will nickel and dime you for almost all items.
Saturday, July 24, 2010
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Chopstix in Arvada, Colorado
Since moving to our new place, Chopstix has become a local favorite of ours. My husband loves Asian food- I am not as fond of it as he is. In any case, Chopstix boasts Asian Fusion cuisine with emphasis on Chinese food and the options on the menu are pretty extensive. There is Thai, Chinese, and Vietnamese bowls too. The Thai is not very authentic - certainly not what you'd get from a Thai restaurant but the soups, spring rolls, Stir Fry, and the other noodle dishes are good. I would recommend Chopstix for carry out, dine in or even delivery (yes, they deliver for FREE). But I would recommend sticking with the traditional Chinese food dishes
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Blue Sky Cafe in Golden Colorado
Blue Sky is a true gem nestled in a small strip mall near Wendy's in Golden, Colorado. It is across from the Colorado Mills Shopping Center and has an amazing menu with plenty of vegetarian and some gluten free options. This place is open for breakfast and lunch and then shuts down in the late afternoon so that the place can be transformed into a yoga studio. Blue Sky has a full juice bar and all juices and smoothies are made fresh to order with organic and fresh vegetables and fruits. The menu options are endless, the price is right, and the food is delicious!
I would definitely recommend Blue Sky for a casual, delicious and nutritious meal.
I would definitely recommend Blue Sky for a casual, delicious and nutritious meal.
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Popeye's- when you want fast food... SLOW!
I am from the South and I love Cajun and Cajun-inspired flavors and food. Al Copeland founded Popeye's - he is from New Orleans. I remember every year he would decorate his home and business buildings and we would go see the amazing displays. Copeland's and Straya's (in New Orleans) are among my favorite restaurants of all time. But I gotta say, his chain name of Popeye's since it was franchised really stinks in its customer service!
While the biscuits, red beans and rice, and the chicken is considered very popular, I have not been to Popeye's yet where you order your food, get what you want, and get out with your "fast food" in "fast" time. In fact, every Popeye's I have ever stood in line for including the ones inside of a mall, the one in Arvada, the one on Federal Blvd, and the list goes on, has the most atrocious wait-times ever! Not only are the employees super slow and uneducated, they lack courtesy and oftentimes, you do not get what you ordered. After a 15-minute today, I got a jug of iced tea and a biscuit - that's right folks! 15 minutes! Imagine if I had ordered a real meal.
While the biscuits, red beans and rice, and the chicken is considered very popular, I have not been to Popeye's yet where you order your food, get what you want, and get out with your "fast food" in "fast" time. In fact, every Popeye's I have ever stood in line for including the ones inside of a mall, the one in Arvada, the one on Federal Blvd, and the list goes on, has the most atrocious wait-times ever! Not only are the employees super slow and uneducated, they lack courtesy and oftentimes, you do not get what you ordered. After a 15-minute today, I got a jug of iced tea and a biscuit - that's right folks! 15 minutes! Imagine if I had ordered a real meal.
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Springs Best Massage Colorado Springs
Since 2008 when I was pregnant with my 2nd child, I was seeking massage therapy either in Colorado Springs or Denver. During one trip to Colorado Springs, I happened by chance to get lucky and meet an amazing massage therapist whose wife also does the same business. The husband and wife team have their own place called SPRINGS BEST MASSAGE in Colorado Springs. They are, simply put, amazing massage therapists. They also do a business now in cleansing products and essential oils but it’s the massages that will keep you coming back for more!
They both do an amazing job but my experience is generally with Shannon Atkinson. Both Shannon and his wife Linda do an amazing job in the massage therapy they provide. You go in ragged and exhausted and leave there feeling like a million bucks. I recommend Shannon and Linda and the Springs Best Massage to anyone who needs a good massage- you can choose from 60, 75 and 90 minutes or talk with them about your personal needs and they can tailor something right for you. With Springs Best Massage, you can’t go wrong!
They both do an amazing job but my experience is generally with Shannon Atkinson. Both Shannon and his wife Linda do an amazing job in the massage therapy they provide. You go in ragged and exhausted and leave there feeling like a million bucks. I recommend Shannon and Linda and the Springs Best Massage to anyone who needs a good massage- you can choose from 60, 75 and 90 minutes or talk with them about your personal needs and they can tailor something right for you. With Springs Best Massage, you can’t go wrong!
Monday, July 05, 2010
Panera Bread - not a lot of value for what you get
Going to Panera Bread this morning reminded me of what an expensive place that really is. $3.59 will get a souffle but it is rather small - left me hungry. The coffee is not cheap either- for a gourmet mocha, cappuccino, or Carmel latte, you can spend almost $4.00 (with tax), and it is not as good as Starbucks or a stand alone coffee shop.
My friend got a bagel for $1.39 -you think that would at least come with schmear (cream cheese) but no, that is an extra $1.10- that's right folks, after spending $2.50, you finally get a bagel with a side of cream cheese. Compare that to Einstein bagels or Bruegger's and you are looking at a piss poor value. Granted, the atmosphere is nice and the food is good but is it worth $8.49 for a chicken walnut salad? Not really especially when you consider that in Colorado, that price tag can get you a full meal including drink in other joints. This is not a restaurant and not gourmet so, it leaves you wondering why charge $6.39 for a half of a dinky sandwich and soup? Remember, you pay $1.00 more if you get a SIGNATURE soup or salad with that SIGNATURE sandwich so for $8.39, you get half of a sandwich a small soup or salad. To me, places like Atlanta Bread Co., Panera, and the like just do not make sense.
I learned that this morning when for two people to eat a light breakfast and have coffee, our total tab with tax was $14.00 - not a good value in my opinion. Anyway, there are positives of this place and if you just get a bagel and a regular coffee (instead of the signature stuff), you can get great values here but if you want a signature salad or sandwich, an egg souffle or a bagel with cream cheese for breakfast- this may not be the RIGHT VALUE for you!
My friend got a bagel for $1.39 -you think that would at least come with schmear (cream cheese) but no, that is an extra $1.10- that's right folks, after spending $2.50, you finally get a bagel with a side of cream cheese. Compare that to Einstein bagels or Bruegger's and you are looking at a piss poor value. Granted, the atmosphere is nice and the food is good but is it worth $8.49 for a chicken walnut salad? Not really especially when you consider that in Colorado, that price tag can get you a full meal including drink in other joints. This is not a restaurant and not gourmet so, it leaves you wondering why charge $6.39 for a half of a dinky sandwich and soup? Remember, you pay $1.00 more if you get a SIGNATURE soup or salad with that SIGNATURE sandwich so for $8.39, you get half of a sandwich a small soup or salad. To me, places like Atlanta Bread Co., Panera, and the like just do not make sense.
I learned that this morning when for two people to eat a light breakfast and have coffee, our total tab with tax was $14.00 - not a good value in my opinion. Anyway, there are positives of this place and if you just get a bagel and a regular coffee (instead of the signature stuff), you can get great values here but if you want a signature salad or sandwich, an egg souffle or a bagel with cream cheese for breakfast- this may not be the RIGHT VALUE for you!
Saturday, July 03, 2010
Jack N Grill - Denver, Colorado
I am getting a lot of traffic on this post. I am not sure why so if you are a reader of this post, can you help me out and post a comment so I know why there is so much buzz about Jack N Grill in Westminster, Colorado. Is there a new one opening? Thanks and Bon Appetit!
We saw it on "Man v. Food" and since then, we knew we had to go to Jack N Grille- we finally got that chance tonight and it was a great time- I do not recommend bringing hungry, impatient kids here but the food selection and variety is out of this world. There are plenty of choices and a lot to choose from and talk about spice! Everything is spicy so if you like things a bit milder, be sure to ask your server for the right choices in sauce and chile. The red chile is spicy and the green chillies inside the burritos are literally going to make your mouth burn.
The restaurant's atmosphere is casual and fun - I really enjoyed the chips and salsa and they set the tone for the evening - spicy! The margaritas- beware! Order the smallest one you can and you will still be drunk - make sure you have a designated driver if you plan on drinking one. I decided to order a la carte because I wanted a breakfast taco and an enchilada. The rice and beans are very good and all in all, I do not think you can lose when you eat at Jack N Grill.
We saw it on "Man v. Food" and since then, we knew we had to go to Jack N Grille- we finally got that chance tonight and it was a great time- I do not recommend bringing hungry, impatient kids here but the food selection and variety is out of this world. There are plenty of choices and a lot to choose from and talk about spice! Everything is spicy so if you like things a bit milder, be sure to ask your server for the right choices in sauce and chile. The red chile is spicy and the green chillies inside the burritos are literally going to make your mouth burn.
The restaurant's atmosphere is casual and fun - I really enjoyed the chips and salsa and they set the tone for the evening - spicy! The margaritas- beware! Order the smallest one you can and you will still be drunk - make sure you have a designated driver if you plan on drinking one. I decided to order a la carte because I wanted a breakfast taco and an enchilada. The rice and beans are very good and all in all, I do not think you can lose when you eat at Jack N Grill.
Rubio's - Flatirons Mall location
I have to say, out of all the mall food courts, Flat Irons Mall has my favorite. The variety is amazing and I have to say, my favorite and my kids' favorite is Rubio's. They have soft corn tacos - yum, and their rice and beans are amazing! Overall, it is a great value for mall food and healthy eats.
If you are at FlatIrons Mall, here are some of the food court places to visit- Paradise Bakery has amazing quiche muffins and if you are there before 11am, Orange Julius has half price beverages on some of their drinks. The Pizza Place that I like best is Street Legal but if you eat inside the mall, they have a great vegetarian pizza. The Greek place is great with their felafel balls a must eat, and of course, the entire reason I wrote this review- Rubio's. Great kids' and adults' meals and their salsa bar is a delight.
Happy Eats at FlatIrons Mall in Broomfield, Colorado!
If you are at FlatIrons Mall, here are some of the food court places to visit- Paradise Bakery has amazing quiche muffins and if you are there before 11am, Orange Julius has half price beverages on some of their drinks. The Pizza Place that I like best is Street Legal but if you eat inside the mall, they have a great vegetarian pizza. The Greek place is great with their felafel balls a must eat, and of course, the entire reason I wrote this review- Rubio's. Great kids' and adults' meals and their salsa bar is a delight.
Happy Eats at FlatIrons Mall in Broomfield, Colorado!
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