Newport Grill
Posted on August 13, 2012 by Ching under Food and Drink, Reviews.
I thought Bonefish Grill’s happy hour was really good. Newport Grill’s happy hour specials are even better. You can never go wrong with $3 off starters and appetizers and $5 cocktails. Woot!
Some coworkers and I ate at Newport Grill (at Bradley Fair) on Friday in celebration of Darcy’s 10th service anniversary. Her anniversary was actually last month, but July was really hectic so we couldn’t find a good day/time to get together until last week.
It worked out for the best, though. It would have been too hot to sit out on the patio in July. We had a table close to the waterfall. Actually, Newport Grill has the best patio in town. There’s not a bad table out there. Anyway, the weather last Friday was awesome. The cool breeze and the sound of the waterfall made for a wonderfully relaxing anniversary celebration lunch.
I got to try a couple of their starters: fried calamari (pictured above) and the warm olives and fresh ricotta served with sliced ciabatta bread (below).
Both were very good.
Amy and Isaac both had the grilled chicken sandwich. I only took one photo because their plates looked identical.
Guest of honor Darcy had the lobster roll sandwich. I didn’t get a picture of Jan’s or Ginger’s meals. My phone takes too long so I’m never quick enough to get pictures of everyone’s food before they start digging in. I can usually only get pictures of plates that are easily within reach.
I was trying to be good so I opted for a Caesar salad in place of the fries. I regretted it after though, because everyone’s fries looked so good and the salad was just okay. It was prettier than it tasted.
My crab cake sandwich was delicious, though. That had to be one of the best crab cakes I’d ever had. I guess Jan tried to order the same thing, but they brought her out the crab cake appetizer instead of the sandwich. I made sure to specify sandwich to our server because of the $2 difference. The sandwich is $13 and the appetizer is $15. It doesn’t make sense, but whatever. Oh, I also noted that it read crab cake rather than crab cakes (as it does at other restaurants) so I figured that you only get one. Call me cheap, but $15 for a single crab cake is expensive. No matter how good it is.
Then again, people don’t go to Newport Grill for cheap meals. You go because the seafood is fresh and the food is delicious. The fancy patio and wonderful outdoor ambiance is just an added bonus. It was also nice that the weather was on our side.
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Bebot’s Got a New Belt
Posted on August 13, 2012 by Ching under Babies, Things to Do.
Bebot got a new serpentine belt just in time for a couple of out of town trips. The belt probably could have lasted a few thousand more miles, but Brian and I are uber cautious. Our motto has always been, better be safe than sorry. Okay, we have a few mottos. But that is one of them.
It probably would have cost us less to do it ourselves. Brian watched the guy do it and he said it was pretty simple. I guess we will know for the next one.
Anyway, I’m so glad that I listened to Gil. Having a second opinion helps sometimes. Even if just to make you feel better about spending the money on maintenance.
As these things go, preventative is always better because it’s always more expensive to fix something after it’s already broken. Specially since it usually causes a bunch of other problems also. Plus, no one wants to get stranded on the side of the rode. Aside from the inconvenience, you now have to add towing costs on top of everything else. A really expensive one at that, depending on where you are.
Note to mom: It may be time to replace your serpentine belt also. But this is probably something that dad and Brian can do together. The part is usually only $20-$40. Let us know when you want to do it.
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We Finally Closed
Posted on August 12, 2012 by Ching under Life.
Brian and I met mom at the new house after my Zumba class on Thursday night to confirm that the required repairs had been completed. Our closing day was contingent upon this. Thankfully, everything was done as promised.
Mom took this photo of me and Brian on our front porch. It’s our first photo at the new house. These next photos were taken the next day at Stewart Title when we closed.
Closing took exactly an hour. Everyone survived. Though Brian didn’t want to part with the cashier’s check that we had to bring for closing, he didn’t pass out. No one had a heart attack. LOL. We both felt like puking, but we got through it.
Now we get to start moving. Yippeee!
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Extremely Happy Hour at Bonefish
Posted on August 11, 2012 by Ching under Food and Drink.
If you’ve not had happy hour at Bonefish Grill yet, you’re missing out.
Bang Bang Shrimp and Bang Bang Tacos are just two of the $5 items on the happy hour menu. Drinks are half off also.
Mom treated Brian and me to Bonefish on Wednesday night, I think as consolation, because the repairs that were supposed to be completed that day did not get done. There was nothing for us to check/confirm completion so instead of having us meet her at the house, we met at the restaurant instead.
She suggested P.F. Chang’s at first, but Brian and I were both craving some Bang Bang Shrimp. We countered with Bonefish (which is just around the corner) and, luckily, she agreed. Bonefish Grill did not disappoint. I have to say, theirs is one of the best happy hour offering around these parts. The drinks still aren’t cheap, but if you can’t get quality food like theirs for $5 anywhere else. And the best part? Mom bought so dinner was FREE!
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Old Mill Tasty Shop
Posted on August 10, 2012 by Ching under Food and Drink, Reviews.
Pictures from our most recent trips to Old Mill Tasty Shop.
If you’ve never been to Old Mill (on Douglas, near St. Francis) you’re missing out. It’s one of my favorite places to eat lunch downtown. And, best of all, they serve breakfast/brunch on Saturdays!
What the restaurant looks like before the lunch rush. Be warned, as soon as people start piling in, it can get pretty loud inside the restaurant. Casual conversation quickly becomes more challenging. Although, I rarely ever talk when I’m trying to enjoy their delicious food so it’s all good.
Brian waits for our food to arrive.
The blue plate special on Thursdays: chicken fried chicken, with mashed potatoes, green beans, and cornbread muffin.
In case you’re wondering, the specials on the other days of the week are enchiladas on Mondays, Monterey on Tuesdays, lasagna on Wednesdays, meatloaf on Fridays, and sanchos on Saturdays. The restaurant is closed on Sundays.
Brian’s hot ham and cheese on a kaiser roll with side of potato salad.
Up close.
Chocolate malt. Yum!
My all-time favorite at Old Mill: the toasted chicken salad club.
Old Mill special.
Here’s my review for the Wichita Eagle.
The bottom line: this place should be on everyone’s “must try” list. It’s one of the best diners around these parts. There’s lots to love from their delicious dishes, satisfying sandwiches, and super yummy desserts. Also, they serve old fashioned malts and fountain soda. Where else can you get that in Wichita?
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