sucker for searsucker

One thing you may not know about San Diego, but should, is that it has so many amazing restaurants tucked into every crevice of town. Twice a year the California Restaurant Association puts on Restaurant Week where some of the city's best restaurants open their doors to us average people. You are able to experience places that you maybe wouldn't consider going on a normal occasion and try some of their best dishes through budget-friendly prix fixe menus. I, for one, take full advantage of restaurant week. This year I paraded all over this city and tried somewhere new {what felt like} every night. Must say, my top pick this year wasn't a dinner selection at all. It was Searsucker's $15 ohmygoshsogood lunch selection. For $15 I had a short rib sandwich that melted in my mouth, simple salad, tomato tarragon soup, french fries with brown butter, a tangy/sweet-to-perfection lemon bar and to top it all off, a picture-perfect atmosphere. That place is designed beautifully floor to ceiling.

Restaurant Week sadly has come and gone but it will be back this summer, my friends. In the meantime, gather your friends and grab a drink and dinner at Searsucker. You will be happy you did. Cheers!

a {simple} place for people

The business motto says it all: a place for people.  Counterpoint is a favorite neighborhood hangout of mine. I love a cozy, unfussy spot and it certainly doesn't hurt that this one is right down the road from me. This Golden Hill staple is located on 25th Street in between E and F, just a few short steps from the lovely mid-century vintage shop, The Nest.

The staff are all extremely friendly, fun and knowledgeable about food and beer and make you feel like you are just hanging out in someone's living room. If you are hungry, their fried bologna sandwich is melt in your mouth delicious {really} and I always start my meal off with their pain frites. You won't be disappointed if you order either I promise. Happy hour runs Tuesday-Friday: 5-6 and Saturday-Sunday: noon-6, featuring $3 selected drinks.

Cheers {m}

photos from counterpointsd.com

neighborhood picks: the rose wine pub in south park

photos via the rose wine pub

Talk about a little jewel, the Rose Pub Wine Bar in South Park is one of our favorite hideouts. From the moment you step foot in the historic building, you can't help but notice its unique charm. The decor is inviting and adorable- a mixture of rustic and romantic and the food and drink choices are quality. Erin recommends the Isabel Mondavi Chardonnay and their flat breads are always delish.

The pub's central location makes it convenient for us to meet up for a glass of wine and dinner when we get the chance. It's nestled right in between the new Stone Brewery store and one of our favorite little shops, Progress (which deserves a post of its own). Our favorite part about the place? Happy hour runs daily from 4:30-6. Cheers!

Fun Fact: Their wine storage is built out of reclaimed wood from a historic South Park home.

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