Just a couple of items for this Saturday.
The Big List Returns:
More than a few years back, I created a page which I titled "The Big List", that listed every San Diego restaurant post. I listed everything and even included photos. Well, the Big List got "too big" and I eventually deleted the page. But over the years I've had a few requests to create a listing of places in San Diego. And back in March of 2023, "CY" asked about having a listing by location, to help him decide on where to try. I really wasn't up to doing this again, but in May, I started on the Big List by Neighborhood. Man, having to go thru over 5100+ posts took a while, but I've finally completed it.
There were some benefits. Since I had to review all local posts, I managed to update the old posts and indicate and hopefully link to updates. I created links which indicated the month/year of the post along with short notations on items like if the post was done by Cathy/Ed from Yuma/Vicki, if the post was on a old location/previous owners, etc….
I tried to divide places up by Zip Code, but there are a few "kinks" regarding my listing. I also learned stuff like Mien Trung is not really located in Linda Vista, but Clairemont. I also did split some zip codes like 92111 and 92110 – I really do think of Bay Park/Morena/Old Town being separated from Midway, which I included with Point Loma/Shelter Island. I'm sure folks will have some feedback on that!
I also have a listing noted as "In Limbo", for places that are currently changing locations, having to find a new location, etc……
I will try to update periodically or when I find out there have been changes.
The one good thing is that there a bunch of places I have to revisit; places I haven't been back to in years…….
So please take a look and let me know what you think:
And, if folks like it; maybe I can do a page on LA/OC and perhaps even places we travel to often.
I also need to thank each and every one of you for being greats "FOYs" all of these years!
**** 01/22/2024 A short update. By request I opened up the comments on the page as well.
Welcome a New San Diego Blogger:
So, I found out via an Instagram Post, that "FOY" Denver, an occasional commenter on our humble little blog has created a blog of his own which covers food and travel. It's called My Phone Eats First.
So, go check it out. I also created a link in the sidebar!
Welcome to the blogging world Denver!
Do You Really Want Me to Try "Tonkatsu Ramen"?
And lastly, I'll end with a bit of silliness. I got an email from a "FOY":
"So, over the years I notice that you have an issue with folks calling Tonkotsu Ramen "Tonkatsu Ramen". You even called out Andrew Zimmern on it. So, I was at Zion Market and noticed that PokeU in the food court actually has Tonkatsu Ramen! Check it out and I double dog dare you to try it"
Ok, so on my last shopping thingy at Zion; I usually go at 9am so don't even bother with the food stands there, I walked over and good lord…..
There it was.
I know this place made everything from Teriyaki to Rolls, but this cracked me up. Still, based on trying their poke back in 2017 I'm not so sure.
I will however, suck it up and actually try a bowl of "Tonkatsu Ramen" if folks want me too. Or maybe you can try it and let me know what you think?
Poke U (In the Zion Market Food Court)
7655 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
San Diego, CA 92111
Hope everyone is having a great weekend!
Sounds like a ton of work but sadly I have to say that my focus is on the quality of the food, not the geographical location. Hope the feedback is useful and keep up the good work!
wow lots of hard work!
WOW — this Big List is AMAZING! Thanks for making the effort again, Kirk — looking forward to wading through it soon!
Thanks so much Kirk! I hope don’t copy you site too much because you’ve been such an inspiration
I can’t imagine how long it took to assemble this! Thanks for putting it together and I will certainly use it.
Thank you for assembling the Big List. It will be a handy reference for food when one is out and about. It was also a great retrospective and interesting to note the concentration of restaurants (or not).
Thanks for the awesome list. That must’ve taken a while to compile.
I thought blogging was a dying platform. Most have moved on to IG and TikTok.
Well, at least PokeU actually has tonkatsu on the tonkotsu ramen. So they can claim it’s tonkatu (topped) ramen. Their use of the 8 naruto reminded me of Hachiban (Number 8) ramen from Kanazawa.
Thanks for creating the list! I actually like having restaurants by neighborhood because sometimes I am in the area, but I forget what’s around there. So I’d have to look up a map or some days I don’t want to drive that far haha
The big list is handy. Thanks!
Thanks for taking the time to create the big list!
Thanks for the introduction to the new blogger.
Most importantly congrats on 5100 posts! Wow!
I was trying to figure out how to do “favorites” Kenneth. But things are always changing and what was great in 2006, ain’t so much so these days. Perhaps I’ll do a “rotation” category.
It was much needed Kat!
Hope it is useful for you Peter!
It’s mostly just a list and history Dereck. Would be great if you did get some use out of it.
Thanks Sandy!
I thought blogging was dead as well Junichi! But I guess there’s a more detailed layer of information that Instagram and TikTok uses so much “collaboration” with businesses that I think it’s hard to be impartial.
It was interesting putting that list together Elle. A great reminder for me of places
I need to revisit!
Hope it’s of some use Soo!
Thanks so much RD!
It’s great to have another blog based in San Diego Denver! Hope to see some great posts!
Awesome list
Glad you think so ST!
Love this update!
Also love your IG content. You are a trusty source,
For all time.
Thanks so much Jenn! It’s great to hear from you and I hope all is well!
Thanks for the list. I have used it a couple of times. I like the posts from France because I go there often. Do you think you might make one for Paris and maybe Hawaii?
Thanks for reading and let me look into that Franklin!