Saturday, September 7, 2013
FOOD FANTASTIC! article by: James Thomas Fridas
September 5, 2013
It was Friday evening so my brother and I went to you guessed it Black Bear Diner, special was Prime Rib, and it was special! Served on a platter with a lot of extras which included vegetables, a large baked potato and corn muffin, really good!
To be honest I really enjoyed the corn bread muffin and the entire meal it was very satisfying and very filling to say the least! The entire evening was spectacular, the food was excellent and the service was great! I use to eat at Black Bear Diner in Gridley California near Oroville.
It was about Friday evening around 7:30 pm and the crowd was gone so we had plenty of time to enjoy the meals we had as well as a large glass of Dr Pepper for me and my kid brother who is a tea toddler had you guessed it a large glass of tea and a lot of lemon on the side.
The service was excellent as was the ambiance of the restaurant, of course I miss the Black Bear Diner in Gridley I use to frequent when I lived there so I had a great time talking about the comparison of the two!
So when you are in Oakley California and decide to enjoy a Prime Rib dinner on Friday or Saturday then check out Black Bear Diner on Maine Street next to city hall, now that was easy!
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Saturday, August 31, 2013
FOOD FANTASTIC! article by: James Thomas Fridas
August 31, 2013
It was Friday evening so my brother and I went to you guessed it Black Bear Diner, special was Prime Rib, and it was special! Served on a platter with a lot of extras which included vegetables, a large baked potato and corn muffin, really good!
To be honest I really enjoyed the corn bread muffin and the entire meal it was very satisfying and very filling to say the least! The entire evening was spectacular, the food was excellent and the service was great! I use to eat at Black Bear Diner in Gridley California near Oroville.
It was about Friday evening around 7:30 pm and the crowd was gone so we had plenty of time to enjoy the meals we had as well as a large glass of Dr Pepper for me and my kid brother who is a tea toddler had you guessed it a large glass of tea and a lot of lemon on the side.
The service was excellent as was the ambiance of the restaurant, of course I miss the Black Bear Diner in Gridley I use to frequent when I lived there so I had a great time talking about the comparison of the two!
So when you are in Oakley California and decide to enjoy a Prime Rib dinner on Friday or Saturday then check out Black Bear Diner on Maine Street next to city hall, now that was easy!
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Sunday, July 28, 2013
SUNDAY BREAKFAST
GREAT DAY TO BE ALIVE article by: James Thomas Fridas
It is of course Sunday July 28 2013 and it was a beautiful morning so we headed off to have breakfast at Dad's Cafe in Antioch at the Safeway Shopping Center on Hillcrest and Deer Valley and it was a busy day for dad!
The patio is open for those who want to be in the open air where it is a beautiful place to dine with the view and the food so fine it is a plus as far as I am concerned, so net time you are in the area check it out the food is excellent and the prices are very good!
The service is on time and fast for a busy restaurant can't complain unless your a habitual complainer so if you are stay away we do not need those around us, I look for all the good in the situation and that is what we should all look for so as to make our visit a good one!
I had pancakes with two eggs and turkey sausages coffee and a side of fruit while my brother had a Vegetarian Omelet and side of fruit with marble rye toast.
It may e a month or so when I had up to the Reno Sparks area so keep a close eye out for my trip and venture to the restaurants up there, I hope to be moving there in the next few months or who knows where but I am out of this place soon need to find new ventures, hope you follow me over the next few months!
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It is of course Sunday July 28 2013 and it was a beautiful morning so we headed off to have breakfast at Dad's Cafe in Antioch at the Safeway Shopping Center on Hillcrest and Deer Valley and it was a busy day for dad!
The patio is open for those who want to be in the open air where it is a beautiful place to dine with the view and the food so fine it is a plus as far as I am concerned, so net time you are in the area check it out the food is excellent and the prices are very good!
The service is on time and fast for a busy restaurant can't complain unless your a habitual complainer so if you are stay away we do not need those around us, I look for all the good in the situation and that is what we should all look for so as to make our visit a good one!
I had pancakes with two eggs and turkey sausages coffee and a side of fruit while my brother had a Vegetarian Omelet and side of fruit with marble rye toast.
It may e a month or so when I had up to the Reno Sparks area so keep a close eye out for my trip and venture to the restaurants up there, I hope to be moving there in the next few months or who knows where but I am out of this place soon need to find new ventures, hope you follow me over the next few months!
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Monday, July 22, 2013
JIM'S RESTAURANT REVIEW
SUNDAY DINNER FOR TWO article by: James Thomas Fridas
Charge of the foodie! July 23, 2013
Charge of the foodie! July 23, 2013
It has been a hectic week, breakfast at Dad's in Antioch at the Safeway Shopping Center and then Sunday dinner my brother and I went to Apple bee's where we enjoyed a new menu with several different new items on it I would love to tell you that I love everything that I order then you would know I am feeding you a line pun intended!
OK I did enjoy the chili, it had a great flavor and if you enjoy jalapenos then this is definitely your dish among other things I love the drinks because they are refilled free and of course I made the attempt to be very courteous and polite while sloshing down a lot of Dr Pepper among the fact that once again yours truly had just got out of the hospital from an allergic reaction to you got it medication!
So with out going into boring details I am alright that is why we went to Dad's for breakfast and Apple bee's for dinner, the atmosphere will be changing according to the manager and they will be auctioning off all the sports paraphernalia and movie legends photos.
I think that will be very interesting as they have hundreds of famous people on the walls from sports legends and many sports hero's and celebrities as well as actors and actresses, so I would encourage you to drop by Antioch California Apple bee's and maybe take a camera and photograph the Walls that is my next project and if I can get google to co-operate I will post them on my blog letter for you to see if your not within a commute of the restaurant, until next post this is Jim Fridas your wandering foodie just a wandering!
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Sunday, July 21, 2013
RESTAURANT REVIEW 4 U
ITS SO NICE article by: James Thomas Fridas
JULY 21, 2013
To know the ins and outs of restaurants is an invaluable trait that comes with years and years of experience, it can make a person either a great chef or manager or investor in these industries, some would never think being in the restaurant business is for them especially if they do not have a knack for boiling water let alone cooking. To be what is referred to as an "EPICUREAN" takes a special kind of person, there are what are referred to as restaurant critics, sometimes I think that is a bad word, and while they are normally very good at what they do I thing restaurant reviewer is much more intelligent a job description that food critic or restaurant critic, now that I got that off my chest lets look at one of the newer restaurants in Oakley "Black Bear" on main street in Oakley in the city square by city hall.
So I went in when it was new and it has been here a few years now the service is very good, fast paced at times, the food is excellent, they also cater to your sweet tooth with incredible pastries, the sandwiches are top rated I have not had dinner there yet , that is on the next trip so stand by for more information about the dinners they serve.
Now the city has allowed two new restaurants to be built on the corner of Main Street and Vintage Parkway in Oakley, one is an old restaurant that is being given a new building where it used to be, it is a long time small restaurant that seems to be getting some good customer response, they have another restaurant in Brentwood.
I am looking at some of the Casino's in California that I may start to attend many have excellent restaurants that I have been to so I will keep you posted as to which one I will start with, in the mean time if there are restaurants that you would like me to check out post it in the comment section below, thank you for being my reader!
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JULY 21, 2013
To know the ins and outs of restaurants is an invaluable trait that comes with years and years of experience, it can make a person either a great chef or manager or investor in these industries, some would never think being in the restaurant business is for them especially if they do not have a knack for boiling water let alone cooking. To be what is referred to as an "EPICUREAN" takes a special kind of person, there are what are referred to as restaurant critics, sometimes I think that is a bad word, and while they are normally very good at what they do I thing restaurant reviewer is much more intelligent a job description that food critic or restaurant critic, now that I got that off my chest lets look at one of the newer restaurants in Oakley "Black Bear" on main street in Oakley in the city square by city hall.
So I went in when it was new and it has been here a few years now the service is very good, fast paced at times, the food is excellent, they also cater to your sweet tooth with incredible pastries, the sandwiches are top rated I have not had dinner there yet , that is on the next trip so stand by for more information about the dinners they serve.
Now the city has allowed two new restaurants to be built on the corner of Main Street and Vintage Parkway in Oakley, one is an old restaurant that is being given a new building where it used to be, it is a long time small restaurant that seems to be getting some good customer response, they have another restaurant in Brentwood.
I am looking at some of the Casino's in California that I may start to attend many have excellent restaurants that I have been to so I will keep you posted as to which one I will start with, in the mean time if there are restaurants that you would like me to check out post it in the comment section below, thank you for being my reader!
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Saturday, July 20, 2013
GREAT FOOD
How Glad Its Dad! article by: James Thomas Fridas
Its Friday morning and my brother and I are heading to Dad's Cafe in Antioch in the Safeway shopping center on the corner of Hillcrest and Deer Valley. Dad's is a restaurant with unique features, each table seats four and there are at last count twenty tables and the atmosphere is comfortable, there are two large screen televisions on each side wall and sports is on both.
The meals are excellent and the prices are very good most breakfasts are around $8.00 dinners are a little more this is a great place for family value as well. There is WI Fi for those in need of computer time on there lunch or dinner time.
My brother and I eat there a couple times a week and truly enjoy the atmosphere and the staff is top notch, the service is excellent and friendly.
The hours of operation are from 8am to 9pm so breakfast lunch and dinner are on the table in addition there is a patio for lunch with a view, with summer coming its a great time to plan a lunch date with that special someone or just with friends.
Dad runs the place and is hands on, or all hands on deck, his father was a merchant seaman and was the ships cook so all hands on deck Dad is at the controls and the food will satisfy all critics, there is history here and Dad is a very friendly restaurateur.
This morning I had an Omelet and hash browns to boot, no I did not eat a boot! My brother had the same except he had a side of fruit because he is on weight watchers so Dad makes sure his customers get what they want, so now you know why I give this absolutely fantastic restaurant a 5 star rating the highest there is! Go Dad Go!
I would recommend you give Dad's a try and soon as the place is getting busy most weekdays, I haven't had the opportunity to check out the weekends yet but i will and soon then I will let you know how the weekends are.
I will of course do most of my reviews in Contra Costa County for now, but I plan on doing some traveling during the summer, so join me as we travel to some fun places and I will keep you posted, and remember there is a comment section when you frequent Dad's Cafe I would appreciate your feed back so I know if I am giving you the kind of information you would like, thank you for being my reader and I hope long tome supporter, thank you again!
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Tuesday, June 25, 2013
ATTACK OF THE LITTLE PEOPLE
SALACIOUS NONSENSE article by: James Thomas Fridas
I want to hear from all you who believe in justice and honor and integrity! I believe all the attacks on Paula Deen are for favor with minorities! She has not been the enemy of minorities, she hasn't used any nasty derogatory nonsense since when was a teenager!!
So why are all the lefties proving to be a bunch of idiots? Look at who is attacking her and who is supporting her, the white liberal establishment is attacking her and one of the most prominent minorities Aaron McCargo Jr is supporting her as are a number of other people of color, so shut the F_ck up you brain dead ignorant left wing futher muckers!!!!
Stick it in your left ear and blow it out your right! I am getting a little P.O.d with all this left wing bull crap to wit I say horse manure bull pucky and cow feathers!!! Get the picture you low down hick licking sons of stupidity!!!
I do not care for the attitude of the brain dead morons who have the attitude that "I am bigger than you therefore I am perfect and your just a little person! The fact is that Paula Deen is so much more than those who are attacking her like Andrew Zimmen, I know who the hell is he? Then there is the lowly Anthony Bourdain, I know who the hell is this cretin?
New York Times writer Frank Bruni, I know I don't read his crap either!! Please do not ask me if there is a truly intelligent critic or cooking personality attacking her, haven't seen or heard one yet!
Even one of my favorites Bobby Flay and Cat Cora and they refused to slam or say anything derogatory about Paula, so for those who belong to the I am a member of the black avengers club even though you are white hypocrite, once again you are on the wrong side many more reputable people of color are siding with Paula Deen, so word to the wise if you have any brains get your head out of your scrotum!!!
When it comes to class Paula Deen has it head and shoulders over you twits who are attacking her, this only makes you ignorant savages look like you guessed it Ignorant savages!!! Yes these are the little people who are so little that they actually think that they are above the Frey, not so you stupid little people, and I bet you support Hillary Clinton for president, don't hold your breathe!!!
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I want to hear from all you who believe in justice and honor and integrity! I believe all the attacks on Paula Deen are for favor with minorities! She has not been the enemy of minorities, she hasn't used any nasty derogatory nonsense since when was a teenager!!
So why are all the lefties proving to be a bunch of idiots? Look at who is attacking her and who is supporting her, the white liberal establishment is attacking her and one of the most prominent minorities Aaron McCargo Jr is supporting her as are a number of other people of color, so shut the F_ck up you brain dead ignorant left wing futher muckers!!!!
Stick it in your left ear and blow it out your right! I am getting a little P.O.d with all this left wing bull crap to wit I say horse manure bull pucky and cow feathers!!! Get the picture you low down hick licking sons of stupidity!!!
I do not care for the attitude of the brain dead morons who have the attitude that "I am bigger than you therefore I am perfect and your just a little person! The fact is that Paula Deen is so much more than those who are attacking her like Andrew Zimmen, I know who the hell is he? Then there is the lowly Anthony Bourdain, I know who the hell is this cretin?
New York Times writer Frank Bruni, I know I don't read his crap either!! Please do not ask me if there is a truly intelligent critic or cooking personality attacking her, haven't seen or heard one yet!
Even one of my favorites Bobby Flay and Cat Cora and they refused to slam or say anything derogatory about Paula, so for those who belong to the I am a member of the black avengers club even though you are white hypocrite, once again you are on the wrong side many more reputable people of color are siding with Paula Deen, so word to the wise if you have any brains get your head out of your scrotum!!!
When it comes to class Paula Deen has it head and shoulders over you twits who are attacking her, this only makes you ignorant savages look like you guessed it Ignorant savages!!! Yes these are the little people who are so little that they actually think that they are above the Frey, not so you stupid little people, and I bet you support Hillary Clinton for president, don't hold your breathe!!!
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Tuesday, April 30, 2013
JIM'S RESTAURANT REVIEWS
DINNER TIME USA article by: James Thomas Fridas
Monday evening I went to none other than Applebee's in Antioch California for dinner, great dinner must admit! I had the Chicken Romano and a side of pilaf with mushrooms and spinach, topped off with a beverage.
The service was spectacular, our waitress was Doreen and she is fantastic so I recommend her highly. The atmosphere was conducive to a fantastic dinner meal and of course the ambiance was very nice, they still have their sport memorabilia on the walls.
The time I spent there was pleasant, the conversation was constant and the food as I stated above was excellent, so do I recommend Applebee's in Antioch? With out hesitation go if you are looking for a quality restaurant with a quality atmosphere and pleasant surrounding.
The management is first rate I have met two off the three assistant managers and I can concur that they are superb, they generally come to my table and start a conversation and that is always a sign of professionalism.
I have had the opportunity to dine at this restaurant on weekends and I must admit it does get very busy, so if you have the chance to go in the evening during the week you may be surprised at the fact they are busy yet able to get you in faster than on weekends.
As for Doreen she kept the drinks flowing and I am not referring to alcohol, I never drink and drive as I only have a drink if someone else is driving and they are the designated driver.
On a scale of one to five I can honestly state that this night they deserve a FIVE plus! I am your humble correspondent stating the facts as I see them, thank you for being my reader and I hope you enjoy my other articles on my travel sites as well.
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Monday evening I went to none other than Applebee's in Antioch California for dinner, great dinner must admit! I had the Chicken Romano and a side of pilaf with mushrooms and spinach, topped off with a beverage.
The service was spectacular, our waitress was Doreen and she is fantastic so I recommend her highly. The atmosphere was conducive to a fantastic dinner meal and of course the ambiance was very nice, they still have their sport memorabilia on the walls.
The time I spent there was pleasant, the conversation was constant and the food as I stated above was excellent, so do I recommend Applebee's in Antioch? With out hesitation go if you are looking for a quality restaurant with a quality atmosphere and pleasant surrounding.
The management is first rate I have met two off the three assistant managers and I can concur that they are superb, they generally come to my table and start a conversation and that is always a sign of professionalism.
I have had the opportunity to dine at this restaurant on weekends and I must admit it does get very busy, so if you have the chance to go in the evening during the week you may be surprised at the fact they are busy yet able to get you in faster than on weekends.
As for Doreen she kept the drinks flowing and I am not referring to alcohol, I never drink and drive as I only have a drink if someone else is driving and they are the designated driver.
On a scale of one to five I can honestly state that this night they deserve a FIVE plus! I am your humble correspondent stating the facts as I see them, thank you for being my reader and I hope you enjoy my other articles on my travel sites as well.
Monday, April 22, 2013
JIM'S RESTAURANT REVIEW
ONE MORE TIME! article by: James Thomas Fridas
April 23,2013
At this time I am in the middle of a critical overload on all the articles I write, I write for a dozen different newsletters and blogs such as this. But so you will know and understand I like it, so I am not complaining, but there does not seem to be enough time in the day to complete all my tasks!
With that my brother and I went to a favorite Sunday morning haunt for breakfast which I may not be able to get back to because I have about a thousand restaurants to visit and write about as well as travel about a million miles or more and see places I have never seen before and so on and so forth, you get the picture right? Great!
OK so Sunday we went to Dads Cafe in the Safeway shopping center on the corner of Deer Valley Road and Hillcrest and as I said the food of course was very well prepared the atmosphere is always copacetic as well as comfortable, relaxing is a good thing on Sunday morning! So my brother had an omelet with fruit salad on the side as he is in weight watchers so no taters! I had the Cheese Omelet and hash browns! Great breakfast endorsed by the two of us and especially yours truly!
The service is second to none and the entire place is top notch with summer coming on there is a patio for the person who enjoys the outdoor experience and its shaded for comfort so check it out next time you are in Antioch!
On a scale of one to ten I believe that an 8+ is an excellent rating, can't , he is very good and very personable, so check it out!! We understand that Dad's Cafe is now a member of Village Access a fantastic organization!!!
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April 23,2013
At this time I am in the middle of a critical overload on all the articles I write, I write for a dozen different newsletters and blogs such as this. But so you will know and understand I like it, so I am not complaining, but there does not seem to be enough time in the day to complete all my tasks!
With that my brother and I went to a favorite Sunday morning haunt for breakfast which I may not be able to get back to because I have about a thousand restaurants to visit and write about as well as travel about a million miles or more and see places I have never seen before and so on and so forth, you get the picture right? Great!
OK so Sunday we went to Dads Cafe in the Safeway shopping center on the corner of Deer Valley Road and Hillcrest and as I said the food of course was very well prepared the atmosphere is always copacetic as well as comfortable, relaxing is a good thing on Sunday morning! So my brother had an omelet with fruit salad on the side as he is in weight watchers so no taters! I had the Cheese Omelet and hash browns! Great breakfast endorsed by the two of us and especially yours truly!
The service is second to none and the entire place is top notch with summer coming on there is a patio for the person who enjoys the outdoor experience and its shaded for comfort so check it out next time you are in Antioch!
On a scale of one to ten I believe that an 8+ is an excellent rating, can't , he is very good and very personable, so check it out!! We understand that Dad's Cafe is now a member of Village Access a fantastic organization!!!
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