The well-regarded and popular Asada Grill & Cantina is moving from its home near the train tracks in downtown Griffith to a much larger location at the former Zuni's House of Pizza spot in Highland, which has sat vacant for two years.The Mexican restaurant, voted one of the top 50 in Indiana by Yelp users, is moving about three miles northwest to 2907 45th Avenue. It's already posted a sign in front of the building that has previously been home to many restaurants and nightclubs, including Sabor Restaurant & Tequila Bar and HiFi Roadhouse."Rumors are true!" the restaurant posted on its Facebook page. "We are moving to the Former Zuni's House of Pizza, on 45th Ave. Thank you Griffith for your support, and also to all our wonderful customers!"The owner did not immediately return a message.Diners have praised Asada for its carne asada, pork tacos, queso poblano and margaritas. It specializes in Mexican City cuisine and has an extensive menu that includes whole … [Read more...] about Asada Grill & Cantina moving to former Zuni’s spot in Highland
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Review: Make Yourself at Home at Acres, a True Neighborhood Spot
The scene unfolding at a little table by the window wouldn’t have surprised me in a high-end restaurant or wine bar. But I was at Acres, a neighborhood spot so humble it could pass for a small-town barbecue joint. Black-and-white photos of barns and windmills hang above tables made of repurposed 2x6s. Corrugated metal from an old barn runs in rivulets on the walls. Bare windows reflecting the open sign’s neon glow look over a stretch of South Broadway that’s home to reptile stores and auto shops. It’s the last place I would have expected a server to expertly read a table, but there he was, defusing what could have been an embarrassing situation. When the server had asked a young man, clearly on a date, what he normally drinks, the guy had paused. “Red, I guess,” he finally replied. “I’m more of a beer drinker.” At that point, the server could have upsold the most expensive red or left the young man alone with the wine list. (Not … [Read more...] about Review: Make Yourself at Home at Acres, a True Neighborhood Spot
I never met Paul Bocuse, but he inspired me to become a chef
A painting of chef Paul Bocuse at his restaurant near Lyon. (Jeff Pachoud/AFP/Getty Images) When I was midway through high school in 1972, I eagerly pulled the New York Times in from the doormat one Sunday morning. My goal was to get the Arts and Leisure section before my sister did, because I wanted to search for the Ninas hidden in Al Hirschfeld’s weekly caricatures of theatrical openings. Hirschfeld would incorporate his daughter’s name Nina into multiple locations of each drawing, hidden in folds of clothing or wisps of hair. Just knowing about the game meant that you were a New York insider. But on this particular morning I stopped short to take in a striking photo of a handsome chef on the cover of the Times Magazine. He was standing at a farmers market proudly surveying an abundance of fruits and vegetables. Pre-breakfast and still in pajamas, I read the article. The Ninas could wait. The man was Paul Bocuse, 46, chef of his family’s Michelin three-star … [Read more...] about I never met Paul Bocuse, but he inspired me to become a chef
TASTE TEST: Get wrapped up in love for breakfast at The Wheel
TASTE TEST: Get wrapped up in love for breakfast at The Wheel HAMMOND — All of one's breakfast favorites can come served in different ways — spread out on a plate, stacked between slices of bread and, probably best, wrapped in a tortilla.The Wheel, 7430 Indianapolis Blvd., provides a nice variety when it comes to choosing a satisfying breakfast wrap. From a standard selection with eggs, and vegetables to a larger mix of cheeses and meats, there's something for everyone.If you're looking for something to power you through the day, the Meat Lover's option is a great choice. This sizable wrap comes with three eggs, sausage, bacon, ham, onions and a blend of cheeses. It is heavenly. The cooks keep everything at a nice texture so all is tender without any crispiness. The egg and cheese flavor blend especially sticks out with each bite. The wrap also comes with a side of potatoes, which also are cooked to a perfect style. All comes out to an agreeable $8.49.The Wheel keeps … [Read more...] about TASTE TEST: Get wrapped up in love for breakfast at The Wheel
Restaurant Scene: Visit Sophia’s for breakfast and lunch favorites
Restaurant Scene: Visit Sophia's for breakfast and lunch favorites Sophia's House of Pancakes beckons food fans with a large menu of comforting breakfast and lunch dishes.The restaurant, located on Indianapolis Boulevard in Highland, may be known as a place to get a great pancake but many other creations at the local eatery stand out for flavor and presentation.Sophia's menu stars various categories of food from Eggs, Eggs Eggs, and Fluffy Omelettes to Sizzling Skillets, Cool and Refreshing items, Open Face Sandwiches and Wraps-N-Stuff.Visitors won't leave this restaurant hungry. Most portions are huge and will fill you up.When we visited Sophia's on a recent Saturday afternoon, the eatery was filled with diners. At Sophia's, guests may order breakfast all day, so there were plenty of tables with egg dishes, pancakes, skillets and more.Our lunch that day was the Chuck Wagon Skillet and the Popeye Salad. Both entrees were extra large portions. The Chuck Wagon Skillet featured a … [Read more...] about Restaurant Scene: Visit Sophia’s for breakfast and lunch favorites