Holsteins at Cosmopolitan, Las Vegas

Holsteins at Cosmopolitan, Las Vegas

las vegas  

I tried to go to Wicked spoon buffet but they closes between 2 pm and 5 pm or something, so I came here instead.This place is located on the second floor at Cosmopolitan.
Since Iwas planning to eat later, I came here for quick bites. Just one shake, hot dogs, lobster rolls and onion rings. The total was easily over $50.. for lunch. Is it worth the price? Sorry, but no. Also the service was slow. I was so hungry but I was like.. "hey, where is the waiter?"

menu

Campfire Smores shake $11
Smirnoff marshmallow vodka, chocolate, marshmallow, graham cracker crumble.
Can't go wrong. You can't really tell alcohol in it.

Chicago dogs $11with onion rings $9

Poppy seed bun, sport peppers, tomato, mustard, neon relish, celery salt. You get three mini dogs. Unfortunately, both dogs and onion rings tasted like it's been sitting for a while.

Maine lobster rolls $16.50
Lobster tossed in chive aioli in a grilled mini hot dog bun with coleslaw.
Two mini lobster rolls and coleslaw. Again, it didn't tasted fresh. Maybe these were also sitting for a while. The buns were dry and lobster didn't have much flavor. I usually enjoy eating bread but not this one.

Rating: 3 / 5
Service: 3.3 / 5
Repeat: Maybe


Holsteins Shakes and Buns 
3708 Las Vegas Boulevard
South Las Vegas, NV 89109
 (702) 698-7940

Lunch: Sun - Sat 11 am - 4 pm
Dinner: Sun - Sat 4 pm - 12 am
Fri, Sat & Mon 12 am - 2 am

http://www.holsteinslv.com/

http://www.cosmopolitanlasvegas.com/taste/restaurant-collection/holsteins.aspx

http://www.yelp.com/biz/holsteins-shakes-and-buns-las-vegas

 

Cafe Dulce - Little Tokyo (7)

Cafe Dulce - Little Tokyo (7)

little tokyo  

Today, 4/7 was 2 years anniversary at Cafe Dulce.Of course I had to go and get some pastries. I haven't had Cafe Dulce's pastries since October. That's 6 months. I know, it's been so long.
I got blueberry cream cheese donut hole and sweet potato chestnut roti. I also wanted to get dulce latte but since I was using public transportation, I couldn't buy latte. They won't allow it. I also used Scoutmob 50% off deal. I love Scoutmob.

Anyways, happy birthday, Cafe Dulce. By the way, I was here on their 1 year anniversary too. CLICK HERE for pics.

 More pics of Cafe Dulce here: LINK 1, LINK 2, LINK 3, LINK 4, LINK 5, LINK 6

Blueberry cream cheese donut hole + gingersnap cookie crumble $1

sweet potato chestnut roti $3.25

Those were from October, 2012.

Dulce latte













Fruity pebble donut hole $1

This was took with my phone back in October, 2012.

Cafe Dulce
134 Japanese Village Plz. Bldg E
Los Angeles, CA 90012

(213) 346-9910
Mon-Sun 9 am - 10 pm

http://cafedulce.co/

http://www.yelp.com/biz/cafe-dulce-los-angeles

Portofino Cucina Italiana - Downtown

Portofino Cucina Italiana - Downtown

downtown LA  

Big disappointment. First, I asked to our waiter if I can use my scoutmob 50% off offer for lunch. He said yes. I even clicked it and marked as used on my phone because he told me to do it. After I did it, they said "sorry, you can't use scoutmob offer for lunch". What a f**k? Well, they told me they're gonna give me coupon or something for the same deal so I can go back and use the offer during dinner time. But hey, never mind. I'm not going back.

Ok, Second, as soon as we arrived, I went to the restroom to wash my hands. As soon as I opened the door, it smelled SO bad and there were two BIG flies. It was REALLY disgusting. You know they always say, always check the restroom at the restaurants. You don't wanna eat at the dirty disgusting restroom restaurants.

For overall, the food was just average. I ordered meatballs and chicken marsala. I should've gotten panini or something. You can't really mess up with panini. Although my friend said the food was delicious.

lunch menu

Complimentary bread

Nero's double dark malt ale $10

Polpette al sugo $8.50
Angus beef meatballs, marinara sauce, slices of garlic bread.
I asked for no cheese, they brought with cheese on it so I asked them to bring with no cheese. The meatballs were too greasy and fatty. I felt like they were using cheap quality meat with mostly fat parts. I also felt like these were pre-made leftovers, it didn't seems like fresh to me.

Penne al pesto $7.99 + $3 for shrimp, comes with your choice of soup or salad
Tube pasta with pesto sauce, pine nuts, parmesan cheese

Soup

Chicken Marsala $8.99
Half chicken breast sauteed with mushrooms in marsala wine sauce.
I asked our waiter for his recommendation between chicken marsala and meatball spaghetti. He said chicken marsala so that's why I got this. It was ok, had very strong garlic flavor.

Americano $2.50

Rating: 3 / 5
Service: 3.2 / 5
Repeat: No

Portofino Cucina Italiana 
464 S Main St
Los Angeles, CA 90013
(213) 239-9019

Mon-Fri 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Mon-Sun 5 pm - 10 pm

http://portofinodtla.com/

http://www.yelp.com/biz/portofino-cucina-italiana-los-angeles 

 

Stall 239 - Koreatown

Stall 239 - Koreatown

koreatown  

Newly opened street food stand in Koreatown. Everything under $5 (ok, except one item). I couldn't make my mind between the angry bird and the kalbi smash. I also wanted deep fried PB&J but I got the angry bird because that's what they recommended.

There are no tables. Only for to go.

I see B rating..

menu

They gave me some lollipop chicken wings to try. It was coated with spicy sauce

The angry bird $4.99
Taiwanese style fried chicken breast served on a buttery Hawaiian roll topped with mashed potato

Originally they serve with coleslaw but I got mine with mashed potato. Taiwanese style fried chicken was seasoned with five spices.

Rating: 3.7 / 5
Service: 4 / 5
Repeat: Yes

Stall 239
239 S Vermont Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90004
(213) 380-2399

Mon-Fri 11 am - 9 pm
Sat 11 am - 10 pm

http://www.stall239.com/

http://www.yelp.com/biz/stall-239-los-angeles

Viktor Bene's Continental Bakery - Encino

Viktor Bene's Continental Bakery - Encino

encino  

After Veggie Grill, I wanted to stop by some bakery near by so I checked yelp and I found this place. Viktor Bene's bakery is located inside Gelson's Market. 

As always, there are so many items I wanted to get, including almond croissant, scone, and donuts but I said "no" to myself, I bought only two.  I really liked pastries here. Now I need to find other locations near me.

Raspberry muffin top $1.50

prune pastry $2.15

Rating: 4.2 / 5
Service: 3 / 5
Repeat: Yes 

Viktor Bene's Continental Bakery 
16450 Ventura Blvd.
Encino, CA 91416

(818) 783-4844

Monday - Sunday 7 a.m.-10 p.m

http://www.viktorbenes.com/encino_bakery.html

http://www.yelp.com/biz/victor-benes-continental-bakery-encino

Veggie Grill - Encino

Veggie Grill - Encino

encino  

Grand opening in Encino! I was here yesterday with complimentary entree and drink offer.
The stuff were so friendly and welcoming. As always, I had healthy and delicious meal at Veggie Grill. Nothing greasy or heavy. Everything is good for your health.

CLICK HERE for pics of Santa Fe Crispy Chickin' with chili

Ginger Ale and Blackened Chickin' plate

Steamin' kale, quinoa pilaf, chicken, papaya salsa

Rating: 4.5 / 5
Service: 4.5 / 5
Repeat: Yes

Veggie Grill 
16542 Ventura Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 91436
(818) 788-2621

Mon-Thu, Sun 11 am - 9 pm
Fri-Sat 11 am - 10 pm

http://www.veggiegrill.com/

http://www.yelp.com/biz/veggie-grill-los-angeles-7