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Alan B.

Tehachapi, CA

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Alan Burgess is a retired United States Air Force Medical Service Corps officer. He lived in the Philippines for a year, in Turkey for two years, and in Germany for three years. He has traveled extensively throughout the rest of the world as well as in all fifty U.S. states. This gives him a terrific frame of reference from which to evaluate the food and restaurants he rates. He does not use tobacco or alcohol so he doesn't desensitize his palate as the meal progresses, usually preferring to drink water with his meals. He also refrains from coffee or tea. He has a very sensitive and discriminating palate, but LOVES it hot and spicy as well. He enjoys cooking and baking, so when he goes out to eat, he is usually looking for a culinary treat. He makes his own marinara sauces from scratch, and makes his own pastas and presto, so he rarely eats out in Italian Restaurants. He likes a variety of foods, as demonstrated by his ample waist size, but usually eschews desserts.

Recent reviews by Alan B. More

Restaurant Name	City	Rating
Kelcy's Restaurant	Tehachapi, CA
Kelcy's is a good family restaurant. Very popular with locals and the daily specials are usually worth asking for. The local Rotary Club meets here as well as other groups. Food and service are very good. Walls are decorated with hundreds of loca ... more Kelcy's is a good family restaurant. Very popular with locals and the daily specials are usually worth asking for. The local Rotary Club meets here as well as other groups. Food and service are very good. Walls are decorated with hundreds of local photos and historic memorobalia. Home cooked type meals in an authentic home town restaurant. Close enough to the railroad tracks to hear and watch the trains go through town. less
Zuni Grill	San Antonio, TX
According to their website http://zunigrill.com , located at the foot of the historic Hugman Bridge, Zuni Grill serves breakfast, lunch and dinner at the most picturesque bend in the Riverwalk, seven days a week. Inspired by the flavors of the Americ ... more According to their website http://zunigrill.com , located at the foot of the historic Hugman Bridge, Zuni Grill serves breakfast, lunch and dinner at the most picturesque bend in the Riverwalk, seven days a week. Inspired by the flavors of the American Southwest, Zuniâ€™s menu offers something for everyone. Savor the spicy bite of Scorpion Shrimp Stuffed Red Chiles, and the satisfying smoky flavor of Blue Corn Chicken Enchiladas. And, weâ€™re the bright-eyed choice for breakfast, serving daily at 7:30, adding a bounteous buffet on the weekends. Zuniâ€™s open, airy spaces and cypress-shaded riverside patio seating offer scenic views of the Riverwalk. Open daily for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. My wife and I split a couple of appetizers (Blue Corn Nachos - 8.95, Veggie Promo - 6.95), an order of steak fajitas (17.95) and a marvelous flan (6.95). It was a wonderful meal and we had a difficult time easting so much food. Our server (Wooten) was prompt, attentive and genuinely interested in us and our visit. The food was significantly better than the Casa Rio on the Riverwalk - see my review of that faciity, also on Dine.com less
Apple Annie's	Tulare, CA
The food was okay, but not spectacular. service was a little slow and not very attentive. It is really an old fashioned road-side diner (a little too far from the road side, but well hyped by the traditional road side signs). With 2 stars meaning poo ... more The food was okay, but not spectacular. service was a little slow and not very attentive. It is really an old fashioned road-side diner (a little too far from the road side, but well hyped by the traditional road side signs). With 2 stars meaning poor, I wouldn't go that far, but it really isn't close to a 4-star restaurant. Menu was limited. less
Casa Rio	San Antonio, TX
An average place for Tex Mex along the Riverwalk. Beautiful views, friendly and prompt service, but the food is only so-so and the prices may be reasonable for the Riverwalk, but are high for the food served. I ordered the Tortilla soup (4.50) and it ... more An average place for Tex Mex along the Riverwalk. Beautiful views, friendly and prompt service, but the food is only so-so and the prices may be reasonable for the Riverwalk, but are high for the food served. I ordered the Tortilla soup (4.50) and it was okay, but rather thing. My wife and I ordered the meat-filled Chili Relleno (10.25) and they were too big to finish, but nothing to write home about. Overall a pretty average-to-fair restaurant. less
Rusty Duck	Sacramento, CA
Recommended by our hotel consierge, we decided to give the Rusty Duck a shot. It exceeded our expectations. Waitstaff was exceedingly friendly and helpful. We ordered the Chesapeake Bay Crab Cakes appetizer and my wife ordered the regular cut Prime R ... more Recommended by our hotel consierge, we decided to give the Rusty Duck a shot. It exceeded our expectations. Waitstaff was exceedingly friendly and helpful. We ordered the Chesapeake Bay Crab Cakes appetizer and my wife ordered the regular cut Prime Rib dinner and I ordered the Ribs/Duck Combo dinner. Portions were most generous. We managed to empty our plates and fill ourselves, but there was no room for dessert - and their desserts looked fabulous. We loved the food, the atmospehere, and watching boats on the river in the moonlight. Highly recommended for a romantic dinner for two, but save room for their desserts! less
La Casita	Weaverville, CA
Their menu says: "The best Mexican food in Northern California." If it isn't THE best it is certainly ONE of the best. I tend to rate most Mexican restaruants by their Chile Relleno. La Casitas was amongst the best. Their obligatory tos ... more Their menu says: "The best Mexican food in Northern California." If it isn't THE best it is certainly ONE of the best. I tend to rate most Mexican restaruants by their Chile Relleno. La Casitas was amongst the best. Their obligatory tostatas were served with a choice of mild, medium, or hot salsa. I chose the hot and although it wasn't so hot my wife couldn't eat it, it was still hot enough to satisfy my desire for spicy. Portions were generous and the meal was excellent. The ambiance was average but the food more than made up for that. It seemed a little strange having a Laotian chef come take my order, but he and his wife were the owners and the only other employee was a Hispanic waitress. Overall, a very satisfying dining experience. less
Mountain Village Lodge	Stanley, ID
The Mountain Village Restaurant in Stanley, Idaho is located in the heart of the Sawtooth Mountains. The log building is rustic with an authentic mountain decor and atmosphere. The menu was somewhat limited and my wife ordered "steak fingers&quo ... more The Mountain Village Restaurant in Stanley, Idaho is located in the heart of the Sawtooth Mountains. The log building is rustic with an authentic mountain decor and atmosphere. The menu was somewhat limited and my wife ordered "steak fingers" and I ordered a top sirloin. My steak was a little tough but cooked as I ordered it. The vegetables were okay, but nothing special. Service was friendly and unobtrusive. Better than I expected for the only place in town. Two meals with water, no dessert and tax came to $31 with tip. less
Oliveti's	Des Plaines, IL
I can hardly believe the disparity in the ratings on this restaurant. We had reservations for a party of sixteen and the place was clean, service a little slow (shortstaffed) but very accomodating. Tony was our waiter and he was pleasant and entertai ... more I can hardly believe the disparity in the ratings on this restaurant. We had reservations for a party of sixteen and the place was clean, service a little slow (shortstaffed) but very accomodating. Tony was our waiter and he was pleasant and entertaining. The decour was a little old, but very genuinely Italiano. My veal Tuscany was outstanding and I couldn't have been happier with my meal choice. Others raved about their seafood, their pasta and their appetizers. Those who chose wine with their meals were most pleased with both the red and white selections. We didn't feel rushed and the locals in our party all commented that they frequent the place. Sixteen in the party and every meal prepared as ordered with total satisfaction and without a single complaint. What more could you ask for? Parking was limited but the food was great. less
Arceo's Family Mexican Restaruant	Baker City, OR
A wonderful and unassuming diner, close to I-84. The dining room appears to be two old diner cars appended to an existing building. The waitstaff were extremely friendly and attentive. The menu is remarkably diverse, yet Mexican. I ordered the Tres A ... more A wonderful and unassuming diner, close to I-84. The dining room appears to be two old diner cars appended to an existing building. The waitstaff were extremely friendly and attentive. The menu is remarkably diverse, yet Mexican. I ordered the Tres Amigos, chicken, shrimp and real crab cooked with onions, bell peppers, tomatoes and covered with jack cheese and a touch of wihe. It was delicious. My spouse ordered a frajita salad with charcoal-broiled steak and simply raved about it. We each ordered a side Chile Relleno and could not finish our meals. The obligatory tostatas with home made salsa were delicious and the waitstaff replaced the basket each time it got "low" - they didn't let it get empty. There is a marvelous painting that runs along the outside walls at the ceiling, like a long two-foot wide mural. It is incredibly well done and detailed. A fun and filling place to eat, very family friendly and delicious food. A great value and great food. less
Los Mariachis	Boise, ID
This is one of my favorite Mexican restaurants. It is authentic and not a chain Mexican food wanna-be. The prices are reasonable, service is quick, atmosphere great, and the food is mouthwatering and fulfilling. I particularly recommend the lunch buf ... more This is one of my favorite Mexican restaurants. It is authentic and not a chain Mexican food wanna-be. The prices are reasonable, service is quick, atmosphere great, and the food is mouthwatering and fulfilling. I particularly recommend the lunch buffet (6.95 M - F) and sit where you can watch the corn tortillas being made, hand pressed and cooked. My only problem is that I usually eat too much so I am uncomfortable on the way home! less