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Edendale Grill - Silver Lake	The Original Pantry - Downtown
Hop Woo - Chinatown	Philippe the Original - Downtown
Las Anitas on Olvera Street	Red Lion Tavern - Silver Lake
Millie's - Silver Lake	Taix - Los Angeles
	Tam O'Shanter Inn - Lawry's

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HE SAYS: On a recent morning we went to long time downtown favorite, Philippe the Original. I hadn't been there in about a quarter of a century, which represents about half the time they have been at their present location. The row of wooden phone booths along the wall, and the good cup of coffee for 9¢ certainly help bring to mind earlier days. Framed clippings of reviews from magazines and newspapers, many of which have not proven as long-lived as has Philippe's, adorn the walls.

Since they are among those who claim to have invented it, I had to try the French Dip sandwich. It was better than I remembered from 25 years ago - perhaps helped by their "famous" mustard, which is a quite good, spicy, horseradish/chinese style, and which I probably eschewed on my previous visit. We shared some cole slaw and potato salad, both of which were quite passable. They do have a selection of wines now, but I couldn't pass up the 9¢ coffee. The two of us got out of there for under $15 - now that's a real trip back in time! ( He's rating: 3.75 stars )

SHE SAYS: Today for lunch the two of us rode the Gold Line and ate at Philippe's downtown. "Home of the French-Dipped Sandwich", Philippe's is an old-time establishment (originally opened in 1908, at the current location since 1951) that still retains it's very vintage look complete with long formica-topped wood tables all around the room, old, wood backless (uncomfortable) barstools at each table, a long deli counter where you order (full of yummies under glass and vintage neon signs above), old articles about Philippes mounted on the walls here and there, sawdust on the cement floor, a row of old-fashioned wood telephone cubbies along one wall, old-time candy counter, a booth at one end selling Philippes souvenirs, and just LOADS of atmosphere - plus a ton of patrons there to enjoy it!
We arrived about 11:30 A.M., just before the rush, and did manage to step right up to the counter to order (soon after a line started forming going out the door) - we each got a French beef dip sandwich which Philippes is famous for, and an order of coleslaw and potato salad on the side to share. The food is served on sturdy paper plates, then on a big tray which you carry to a table - - if you can find one! There were very few spots left to sit this crowded lunchtime Sunday, but we did find spots at a table right near the entrance where the line was forming, and with a good view of the counter (I have since read there is an upstairs dining room where you can find seating if it is too crowded downstairs).
I have eaten here once before - the sandwich this time was better than I remembered. The first time I ate here it seemed a bit dry - it was still drier than I would like, but good. I believe you can ask for your sandwich to be double-dipped, perhaps that's the way to go. The bread roll it comes on was fresh and tasty, the sandwich had just the right amount of sliced meat. They have little containers of Phillipe's own mustard on the tables - a hot, horseradish mustard that tasted really good dabbed on my sandwich. The coleslaw is great - an old-fashioned style to it with a creamy, sweet sauce. The potato salad - really excellent too, very flavorful, also has a bit of sweetness to it. Loved both the sides and was full to the point I could almost not finish my sandwich (so there was plenty for both, even though sharing the sides). I noticed lots of yummy looking pies in the counter that you can order a slice of - but was too full up.
They serve breakfast here, which I am interested in trying another time. Service here is fast and friendly, prices low, and the restaurant is an easy walk from both the Chinatown gold line stop or Union Station. Oh, by the way - coffee here is still just 9 cents! ( She's rating: 3.75 stars food; 4 stars decor; 4 stars service )

HE SAYS: For our anniversary we went to the Tam O'Shanter Inn on Los Feliz, a restaurant which is very popular for special celebrations. In fact, it is always a good idea to make reservations well in advance when going there, as they fill up quickly. It is dark and comfortable inside the faux half-timbered building - we had not planned to get a cocktail, but nervous on arrival, we did. A bourbon and soda soothed me. I started with a Caesar Salad - this is not huge, but rather the appropriate amount for a dinner salad. I ordered mine with anchovies - quite good. I tasted SHE's Tam O'Shanter salad, which was also quite nice.

For dinner I had the Toad in the Hole - pieces of steak and mushrooms covered with a rich sauce, and served in a "bowl" of Yorkshire pudding. This was fantastic, though, I repeat, very rich. The ease with which I downed the carrots and broccoli served along with my entree will indicate to the reader that they too must have had their fair share of butter. I also tasted SHE's pork, which was exquisitely tender and tasty. Most of the wines were over $30, but I took a chance and tried the house Cabernet (from Round Hill Vineyards) which was only $22. My risk paid off, as it was surprisingly good. We were too full to try any of the famous souffles and other desserts served here, but plan to do so on a subsequent trip. ( He's rating: 3.75 stars )

SHE SAYS: Today was our Wedding Anniversary and we decided to try the Tam O'Shanter, known for being a restaurant to celebrate special occasions. Arriving for our 6:30 P.M. reservation, we easily found parking on a side street. 100 degrees - boiling hot weather today - it felt nice to step into the comfortably air conditioned restaurant - very crowded with diners, despite having reservations, we still had to wait in the comfortable waiting area (which features a cozy fireplace that must be nice when it is winter and they have a nice roaring fire going) for ten minutes or so for our table. Soon seated in one of the many rooms of the Tam O'Shanter, we both ordered drinks - I got a Gin and Tonic, which was quite large and good. The Tam is decorated like a Scottish country inn with paintings, Scottish tartans and the like decorating the walls, wood tables, patterned carpet, and stained glass windows with fairy tale like images in the glass. The waitresses are all dressed in quite short kilts in green plaid, white tights, and red tams on their heads. Very atmospheric, and I would bet in winter even more so - as I mentioned, there are a few fireplaces in here, and I can see the whole place being more cozy on a cold, December day.
I ordered the Pork Prime Rib in a Calvados sauce, and the Tam O'Shanter salad. The salad was really excellent, and different too (I like that!) - pieces of chopped egg, tomatoes, and carrot all in a tasty house vinaigrette. Great! My Pork Loin arrived displayed very artfully - pork with sauce on top of a bed of mashed potatoes, with asparagus and carrot decorated over the top. This dish ended up being fantastic mainly for two reasons - first, the pork was extremely tender and flavorful (more so than I usually get in a restaurant) and the Calvados sauce was yum, yum, yummy. The mashed potatoes were good - though not supremely good, they were very, very smooth and creamy. Veggies were flavorful with the nice apple-flavored sauce over everything. Really excellent.
One odd thing happened tonight - because of the extreme heat, the electricity went off in the restaurant right about halfway through our meal. The lights went out, and emergency lighting soon came on - but while the power was out, the air conditioner was out and it started to become very, very hot in the restaurant. Luckily it only lasted about fifteen minutes or so - whoooh. All in all, my dinner was just excellent, I would definitely come back here again, and recommend this restaurant for it's top-notch food, and really nice, old-fashioned atmosphere. They offer Sunday brunch and also offer an Ale and Sandwich Bar. Terrific! ( She's rating: 4 stars )

HE SAYS: Sunday we took the Gold Line to Chinatown for an early lunch at Hop Woo. This place has good, old-fashioned Chinese food, so we went with some familiar favorites. The Egg Rolls were pretty good, coming with the usual sweet dipping sauce. The Cashew Chicken was a bit on the bland side, as was the Barbecue Pork Chow Fun, but both did come with plenty of meat. The Srimp Fried Rice was excellent - loaded with shrimp in every bite. Best of all was the Sweet and Sour Pork - once again, a huge platter of meat - with large and crispy chunks.

All of the entrees we had were absolutely huge and loaded with meat, leaving plenty for leftovers. The price was right too - under $40 for all of this food.

Note that they take cash only at Hop Woo. ( He's rating: 3.5 stars )

SHE SAYS: A Sunday morning and we felt like a brunch of chinese food - so we rode the Gold Line to Chinatown to try out Hop Woo. A short walk (just up the block and around the corner) from the train stop, in we walked at just before 11:00 A.M. The restaurant was about three-quarters empty at this early time and we had our choice of tables. We sat at a small table near the window next to the dividing wall that separates the dining area from a take-out glass buffet case loaded with pans of ready-made food and barbecued ducks.
The rectangular dining area is comfortably packed with lots of tables and green vinyl banquet room style chairs, red and blue patterned carpet, and loads of hanging Chinese paper lanterns of different shapes and sizes. A TV set was mounted above our table and was showing some sort of Chinese musical - and interestingly, the songs being sung in this were being piped in as the room music.
The menu is very large at Hop Woo, but since this was our first visit to this restaurant we pretty much went with some of our basic favorites. We ordered several items to share - vegetable egg roll appetizer, chicken with cashew nuts, sweet and sour pork, shrimp fried rice,and BBQ pork chow fun. A pot of tea comes with the meal. Well, when the plates of food started arriving we realized we would have a few more meals out of the leftovers! WOW - what a lot of food. The egg rolls, though listed as appetizers, came after we got the chicken, but that's fine with me as I tend to like to eat everything together. The egg rolls came with a small dish of sweet sauce and were crispy, a little greasy, and reasonably tasty. The shrimp fried rice was an immense pile of rice and literally every spoonful I took had another piece of shrimp in it - I have actually never seen a fried rice with that much shrimp before. Tasty too. The chicken dish was good too - loaded with meat, just a bit on the bland end. The very best dish was the sweet and sour pork which came with a very large amount of VERY crispy pieces of pork, deep-fried with an extremely tasty sweet sauce, plus lots of pieces of pineapple in the mix. This was exceptionally good - certainly one of the best sweet and sour pork dishes I have ever had. The Chow Fun was a bit of an unusual dish for me, we ordered 'cause my husband fondly remembers eating Chow Fun in his youth and you don't often see it on menus these days. I thought it a bit bland, nothing special - but not bad either.
Hop Woo is not for those looking for a fancy or trendy Chinese restaurant experience, but for those who are looking for an inexpensive, good, old-fashioned Chinese meal with friendly service and comfortable atmosphere. Hop Woo definitely makes for an all-around nice, easy dining experience without any fuss. I will be back! Cash only, family friendly, and stays open for late night dining - and that I like! ( She's rating: 3.5 stars )

HE SAYS: We took the train to see the circus at Staples Center, and afterwards we went for a late lunch at the Original Pantry on Figueroa Street. I hadn't been there in many years, but not much has changed in this landmark joint. Luckily we happened to arrive at a time when there was no line, and plenty of tables available. The bread that arrived at the table was a sourdough with an excellent crust, and chewy crumb. The cole slaw here is top notch - best cole slaw I've had in years.

I ordered the country fried steak. This was a huge piece of meat, slathered in gravy. It was served with nice mashed potatoes, and green beans. The latter were either canned, or cooked so long that they appeared so. In the context of this particular venue, this old fashioned approach didn't bother me.

There is no alcohol available; and only cash is accepted. (There is an ATM machine available). ( He's rating: 3.75 stars )

SHE SAYS: Walking the short walk to the Pantry after a matinee event at the Staples Center, we arrived about 2:15 P.M. to find there was not the usual line waiting to get in. Instead, we were seated immediately at what is probably my favorite table in the Pantry - along the right wall of the dining area with a window next to the table that looks right into the tiny old-fashioned fry kitchen - you can watch steaks, etc. being fried using an old-style weight on top of the meat as you wait. The Pantry is very old school looking - in fact, the paint scheme reminds me of my old school day bungalows - white walls with touches of school house green, green linoleum tiles, white formica table tops, and windows with schoolhouse-looking blinds. On the walls are vintage photos of the Pantry and the L.A. area. On the far right side of the restaurant as you come in the front is a long, wide, old-fashioned counter with backless metal stools that look like they've been there since the place opened in 1924. I think you're beginning to see - this place really has an old-time feel and character to it. It even has this old-looking cage where the cashier waits to take your money. There is no printed menu at the Pantry - instead you look at today's special menu items hand written on blackboards posted around the walls. There are also regular menu items, mainly steaks, posted too.
They start you out by bringing every table a big plate of sliced sourdough bread as well as a plate of their famous cole slaw. For my lunch, I decided to go with the Country-fried Steak, and my husband did too. About a minute after ordering I could see through the window to the grill what looked like our steaks already starting to be fried. I was right - we were able to see our meal being prepared through that window, the grill being only a couple of feet away from us. Pretty cool! Our orders came fast - huge, folded over thin steak covered in a thick gravy and featuring mashed potatoes and old-style string beans (yes, QUITE overcooked as done in the old days, but still good). This was a HUGE amount of food served on a small, vintage looking plate. Totally yummy - the mashed potatoes here are especially good.
I brought home half my meal to have for another day - it tasted really fab reheated a few days later, by the way. I recommend this restaurant for it's old-fashioned tasty comfort food and even more for the step back in time to one of the old-time restaurant institutions in the history of L.A. I have heard this is a good place to go for breakfast - would love to give that a try soon. The Pantry is open 24 hours a day - they never shut their doors! ( She's rating: 3.75 stars )

HE SAYS: On Saturday we decided to take a drive on Sunset Blvd., starting downtown, and going all the way to the sea. This, of course presented a lot of choice as to where we should eat. We decided we would try Millie's, the venerable diner in Silverlake. Parking was not as bad as we thought it might be, as we found a space just up the hill on the next block. Since we opted to eat indoors, we were seated right away - there was a short wait for those wishing to eat at one of the outdoor tables. We apparently got there at a good time - around 11:00AM - as the place had really filled up by the time we were finished.

I had the Eleanore R. Special: eggs on a bed of rosemary potatoes and melted cheese, topped with guacamole, fresh salsa and sour cream. Everything was very good, though a bit rich, as I did not need to eat again the rest of the day. The place is tiny, and the bathroom is not much more than a broom closet - you have to walk through the kitchen to get there - but the breakfast was real good. ( He's rating: 3.5 stars )

SHE SAYS: Around 11:00 A.M. last Saturday morning, we stopped for breakfast at Millie's, old-time coffee shop that's been there on Sunset since 1926. We got a table in the small indoor area, right next to the window. The restaurant was crowded with mainly twenty-something/thirty-somethings in hip-casual attire. Most of the people were seated outside at a row of tables along the wall under big green umbrellas. The indoor area is comprised of a small (only six two-person tables) eating area next to the enormously busy tiny kitchen. Off to the left is a counter eating area with around seven or so bar stools and rock music playing in the background. The floor is cement, the walls half school-wall green, the top half white with a small sampling of tiny dark-colored paintings.
I ordered the Devil's Mess (apparently this restaurant, when first opened in 1926, was actually called "The Devil's Mess") and a tomato juice. The juice arrived quickly in a quite large glass. It was a very thin tomato juice - I was wondering if they watered it down, then halfway through the breakfast the thought struck me that this was actually V-8 Juice, billed as tomato juice. Well, that's fine - luckily I like V-8 Juice. Anyway, the Devil's Mess was a rather enormous plate of scrambled eggs all mixed up with turkey sausage pieces, cheese, and flavorings, then topped with a whole bunch of fresh salsa, and a dollop of very fresh guacamole and sour cream. On the side were a small amount of fresh cut grilled potatoes. This large amount of food also came with a delicious fresh biscuit. The whole thing was really very, very tasty - and everything seemed really fresh too. Yum. I really enjoyed this - of course, way too much for me to finish, so I took some home to eat another day. As a matter of fact, this meal was SO filling I was unable to eat anything for the rest of the day. All in all, I thought Millie's was a very nice little place to get a very satisfying breakfast, service here was quick and efficient, and the place has a nice vibe.
NOTE: for Laurel and Hardy fans, or people who just like to scout out movie locations - the famed Music Box steps site is only a couple of blocks from this restaurant - we stopped to see them before eating. ( She's rating: 3.5 stars )

HE SAYS: I was quite impressed by Edendale Grill in Silverlake. The only drawback to this place is the lack of parking. (They do have valet parking, if you are so inclined). The converted firehouse setting is very nice; lots of wood and tile. There is a lot of outdoor dining and milling area, which was in surprisingly popular use considering how cold it was. The bar is completely separate from the restaurant and is quite nice. We started (and finished there); the Martini I had as an aperitif was, interestingly, less dry than the usual local offering; the bourbon on the rocks I ended the evening with proved they pour an ample horn here.

We tried the Caesar Salad, split 3 ways. This is done in the traditional tableside manner, with much flair; very good. I ordered the trout, but they were out of it, so I went with the Flatiron Steak - and boy am I glad I did. It was melt-in-your-mouth good. It came with "smashed" potatoes, onion fries and broccolini. Unfortunately, I did not leave room to try a dessert. ( He's rating: 3.75 stars )

SHE SAYS: Tonight we met a friend for 7:00 P.M. reservations at the Edendale Grill in Silver Lake. Parking was difficult (though they do have valet parking) but we ended up finding a spot a few blocks away and around the corner. We were a few minutes early, so went in the bar area (called the Mixville Bar after famous cowboy of the silent screen, Tom Mix) for a cocktail before dinner. And what a bar area! (this restaurant and bar was once part of an old firehouse) - super neat old wood bar along one whole side of the restaurant with little diner windows looking into the restaurant area and kitchen. There is also a large outdoor patio area with heaters for those cold nights and plenty of people enjoying drinks out there. We sat at the long bar and I ordered a martini. Very good too.
At about 7:20 P.M. our friend had still not arrived, so we went ahead and got our table in the small, nearly empty dining room. The dining area filled rapidly though and by 8:00 P.M. was certainly full to the brim. We ordered the "Tableside Cesar Salad for Two" (supposed to be from the original recipe from Tijuana's Hotel Cesar) for the three of us to share. The waiter prepares the salad fresh at the side of your table. It was quite a good salad, perhaps not as good as the tableside Caesar they do at Club 41 in Pasadena, but it did have an extremely fresh home-style flavor. For my dinner I got the Edendale Meatloaf. Wrapped in bacon with a really tasty kind of sweet barbecue sauce - this was really, really good. It came with mashed potatoes and a mix of vegetables that included broccoli, string beans, and cauliflower (not my favorite, but tasted decent in the mix). We shared a bottle of wine with dinner, then afterwards went back in the bar - where I had another Martini! Yum. This restaurant is really good - even though the selection of entrees here is small, all three of us really enjoyed what we got (all different) and I am looking forward to going back to Edendale again soon. The Edendale Grill also offers a Sunday Brunch. ( She's rating: 4 stars )

HE SAYS: Next time you're around Olvera Street, I suggest trying Las Anitas restaurant. It is a little harder to find than some of the larger, more popular places, but well worth the effort. It is located at the very end, under the Italian Hall. Once, on a stop at Union Station, we came here for breakfast. I got a hearty dish of Huevos Rancheros, which really hit the spot. I also noticed - it being Sunday morning - that a lot of people were coming in for a large bowl of their Menudo, which I plan to try on a future trip.

For dinner tonight I had the Camaron al Mojo de Ajo (Garlic Shrimp) which was very good, and did not skimp on the shrimp. We had ordered a carafe of wine with dinner, and at the end they brought us a little sample of Strawberry Marguerita, which was almost like a refreshing dessert. ( He's rating: 3.5 stars )

SHE SAYS: Tonight we rode the Gold Line to Union Station - then walked to Las Anitas on Olvera Sreet. Las Anitas is at the far end of Olvera Street - a basement restaurant underneath the Italian Hall. It is decorated with pink, green, yellow, and blue pastel colored chairs and has an industrial look (that is real!) with cement floor and pipes covering the ceiling.
Tonight there was close to no one else eating here at 7:00 P.M. We ordered a carafe of Burgundy. I ordered the El Pueblo combination - a cheese enchilada and crispy beef taco - and it was really good. Really tasty with lots of authentic tasting Mexican beans and rice on the side. Before dinner there were some really good tortilla chips served with a hot sauce. Yummy. We ate here one other time for breakfast and that meal was also really good - I had the chorizo and eggs that time, which also came with rice and beans. I love the authentic Mexican flavors the food at this restaurant has - just a good, tasty, Mexican meal without the trendy or Americanized touches to the food that some places do. ( She's rating: 3.75 stars )

	Red Lion Tavern - Silverlake - - -> Red Lion's Website
2366 Glendale Blvd - - phone: (323) 662-5337

HE SAYS: Trying to come up with a place where we could get a late dinner after a seeing a play at the Music Center led us back to one of our favorite restaurants - the Red Lion Tavern in Silverlake. We arrived after 11:00PM, and all the tables in the downstairs room were full, so we went upstairs, where we found an open spot.

The Red Lion features traditional German and Central European food, and is always quite good. I ordered the Red Lion Schnitzel, which comes with a boiled potato, and red cabbage. Nothing fancy here; just real tasty food. We washed it all down with pitchers of excellent beer. (We always order a half & half light/dark mix). There is also a full bar. ( He's rating: 4 stars )

SHE SAYS: Last night we went to a play at the Music Center and after it was over (close to 11:00 P.M.) we needed to find a late night spot that was still serving dinner, as we hadn't eaten yet. We decided to go to an old reliable favorite of ours - the Red Lion, as they serve very late and it is really hard (!!) especially on a weeknight to find late night dining in L.A.! We got a spot to park in the steep little lot (often full) that is next to the restaurant. In we went - to find the downstairs area of the Red Lion completely full, as live music was currently playing. So we went to the upstairs area where there is a second bar (one downstairs too) and a small square extra dining room. We found a booth against the wall opposite the door and it was quite a cozy booth at that. There was no waitress up here and the waitress at the bar said she was handling the dining area and service may be slow but she would try. Well, it ended up being pretty fast service, despite the warning, especially considering that the service is often a bit slow at this restaurant. We don't mind - 'cause this place has a very nice atmosphere to relax, have drinks, and some good German food. The decor here is very Old-Worldish German pub looking - with steins and old paintings decorating the walls, lots of wood and wood tables.
We started with a pitcher of half and half (half dark, half light beer) and I ordered the Schweinbraten (roast pork loin) dinner. It came with some really yummy mashed potatoes and gravy and Red Lion's yum, yum, yum red cabbage. Ooh La La - the pork was served au jus, was HUGE and tasty. Real comfort food. I took half of my meat home as it was really, quite big indeed. Heating up the next day it lost some of it's fresh, au jus, tenderness - but was still a tasty lunch for me.
The Red Lion is a great place to come and enjoy drinks with friends, get a good German old-style meal, and listen to some music. They also have an outdoor beer garden with a different menu available, and a weekend brunch. Highly recommended. ( She's rating: 4 stars )

	Taix - Los Angeles - - -> Taix Website
1911 Sunset Blvd - - phone: (213) 484-1265

HE SAYS: Tonight's soup was barley-bean, and was excellent. Next came the salad, with a nice vinaigrette. The rabbit with mushrooms and onions in a creamy mustard sauce was rich, though a bit filling.

Taix wine list features many reasonably priced selections - including a list of daily specials. We had a bottle of decent Bordeaux for $19 - and liked it so much we ordered another!

Here's a review I wrote on a previous trip to Taix:
Got back to Taix this year, after not having dined there in 37 years. Now, there aren't too many restaurants about which one can make that kind of statement. From what I remember, things haven't changed too much there since 1966. Dinners still come with soup AND salad, and a generous scoop of ice cream or sherbet for desert.

We started with a martini in the large, comfortable bar area. Sometimes, live music is featured there, though not on this particular evening.

The soup was very good. It seemed to be based on split peas - but it was not typical split-pea soup; rather a bit thinner, with a greater variety of flavors. This is followed by a salad. The Duck L'Orange, served with rice, was excellent. The skin, which I usually forego, was too crispy and tasty to pass up. A complimentary sherbet rounds off the experience. The price is very reasonable - dinner for three, including 2 bottles of wine - for $101! ( He's rating: 4 stars )

SHE SAYS: With reservations for 7:30 P.M., my husband and I arrived at Taix and were seated immediately. We met a friend, so there were 3 of us for dinner this evening. Taix is a large, very nice multi-room old-style restaurant. It has valet parking, but we found street parking on the street behind the restaurant. We were seated in a medium-sized room in a big comfortable booth. The room is quite elegant with paintings, textiled booths, and a big sideboard with wine bottles at the end of the room.
We ordered a bottle of red wine (they have very reasonably priced wine here, by the way) and they brought us bread, butter, and a small plate of carrot sticks. The food here is country-style French and really great. The traditional Taix meal comes with soup dujour, salad, main dish, and sherbert (all quite reasonably priced). Tonight the soup was a bean/barley and was really delicious! They bring you a big silver bowl full, enough for several bowls for each person, if desired. Our friendly waiter brought us freshly grated parmesan cheese and pepper to top our soup. The waiters at Taix are older men who just may have been working here since the place opened 75 years ago (!) - and they are, of course, French. Next, the salad was a small plate of mixed greens with carrot and tomato. I had the house vinagrette on mine - very tasty.
For dinner I had the anniversary special (August only) of roast chicken, with mashed potatoes and veggies, all for $8.95. Tasty half a chicken, nicely roasted flavor - alongside yummy, yet simple creamy mashed potatoes, broccoli and cauliflower. Tonight's dessert was Pineapple Sherbert and I really loved it - really good flavor with tiny pieces of pineapple in it. We then, much to our waiter's surprise and delight (possibly he thought us to be alcoholics?!) ordered another bottle of the wine to top off the evening. We had a great time and really love Taix! ( She's rating: 4 stars )