Some revisits for a sizzling Thursday.
Grandma's Tofu & BBQ:
The Missus was craving Jokbal Bossam and it had been a while since we've had it here, so the timing seemed perfect. I do wish they'd choose something other than napa cabbage, but other than that, this was porky goodness. In spite of the name, it's dishes like the jokbal bossam, heukyumso jungol, kimchi dolsot bi bim bap, and on good days the seolleongtang that works for us here.
The panchan on this day was good. I think folks have gotten used to the "quick kimchi" style panchan, and this sometimes is a bit too fermented or salty for its own good.
Grandma's Tofu & BBQ
4425 Convoy St.
San Diego, CA 92111
Homestyle Hawaiian:
Not much to say about this than I need a nap after eating this.
If you want more, you can read one of my previous posts on the place.
Homestyle Hawaiian Island Style Food
7524 Mesa College Drive
San Diego, CA 92111
Santouka Ramen:
Santouka, that chain that originated in the coldest city in Japan, Asahikawa, has long been my go-to ramen spot. As with many places I eat at, there's one item I usually order. Here it's the shio ramen – toroniku style.
After going to all the major ramen shops in San Diego back in February 2013, Santouka still was my favorite. the rich, stick to your ribs broth, the nice firm noodles, and the pork which, when "on" has a wonderful, almost smooth texture with a nice pork flavor.
I know, it's really hot out….but on this, a cooler day, it hit the spot.
Still my favorite and I think Jinxi also agrees.
Santouka Ramen
4240 Kearny Mesa Rd(In the Mitsuwa Marketplace)
San Diego, CA 92111