The Lumberyard Rotisserie and Grill- Cannon Beach, OR

The Lumberyard

264 3RD STREET, CANNON BEACH, OREGON 97110

http://www.thelumberyardgrill.com/

On my way back from Portland, I decided that I would take a little bit longer and drive back along the coast because..well you don't need a reason, it is beautiful.

We stopped at well known Cannon Beach for land a walk along the beach.

I love this place..the power of the waves called to me and I knew that I would have to brave the icy cold pacific waters.

We ended up going to the Lumberyard for lunch. We started off with the BBQ Pork Sliders- Our delicious, slow-simmered and pulled Pepsi barbeque pork, piled high and topped with coleslaw on 

3 toasted Grand Central Bakery mini Brioche buns with a touch of melted Tillamook Cheddar. $11.99

With a choice of fries, coleslaw, or apple sauce (kind of weird?) this was a nice little treat to enjoy, while soaking up the wonderful weather.

After having them at Hooters, my girlfriend and I had been craving Fried Pickles. at $6.99 I felt the price was a little steep, and being picky we also preferred them as rounds. We have tried to replicate them in the oven but can never figure it out just right.

After having such fantastic mac and cheese at Le Bistro Montage, we were in the mood for some more cheesy goodness. At $5.99 this Tilamook Mac and Cheese was plenty for the both of us. I love Tilamook cheese, especially since going to the factory so simply having it in the name makes this dish even better :)

That's It..They had some great looking menu items..and a burger challenge!! If I am
ever back and in a position so that I can go into a food coma afterwards I will totally be back!

Hooters - Long Beach, California

I have officially run out of space to upload pictures to my web album! I had no idea that was even possible..but it is. This has made blogging difficult, which is the reason I have not been posting much. Enough of that though, on to the good stuff.

Hooters...every young boys dream, or in this case every 21 + year old guys and girls dream.

Four of us were in Long Beach for the night waiting for a cruise the next day. In my mind I though about eating at some kind of cool Californian bistro or some place local favourite..Nope, we went to Hooters.

We had plenty of options of some popular chain restaurants but when they vote came down to it, we had two for Hooters, one for PF Changs, and one undecided...Majority Rules!

We grabbed a pitcher of beer, and after it was poured in the frosty glass it almost looked like the perfect cartoonish glass of beer I have ever seen. My girlfriend and I just ordered a couple appy's. First off was the Tator Tots - covered with bacon, cheese ,sour ceam,and chives. 

I didn't come to Hooters with great expectation for the food so I was not really disappointed. These were edible, that is all I can really say.

Next up was the Fried Pickles - lightly breaded sliced pickles, served with a tangy dipping sauce. I wanted to order these out of novelty, but they turned out to be pretty tasty. There was a whole lot of them however and after about halfway I had some trouble eating them.

Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville - Universal Studios ,Orlando

Welcome to Universal Studios. Before I continue this post I just wanted to say that the Burger I ordered here was one of the best I have ever had. Anyways back to the post. We spent the day at Orlando's Universal Studios. Doing a little research before our trip I saw this place and thought it would a good spot for lunch. We had not eaten much yet because we were so keen on getting to the new Harry Potter land so I was stoked to have some food.

I thought this chair represented the restaurant well. Jimmy Buffet and similar music filled my ears as we entered, I think I am a little too young to appreciate his music.

I ordered the Mexicali Burger - topped with mixed cheese, lettuce, fire-roasted tomato salsa and jalapenos. I have never had somebody ask me how I wanted my burger done, instinctively I said medium rare.

The burger came out with onion rings and a large pickle on the side.

First bite into this burger and I was in love. It was so good. The patty was so nice and juicy, it left a nice pool on the bottom with the plate which is a win!

The jalapenos and salsa gave this burger a great kick. I was somewhat worried at first being in America and eating rare ground beef but I survived and did not get sick. The texture of the burger with it being cooked medium rare was just so nice.

I wasn't very impressed with the onions, which were extra $ but I did not let it get me down because the burger had me in such high spirits. I am very glad we decided to eat here, I initially didn't even notice the item on the menu when I first saw it online but I am very glad I chose it.

 

My girlfriend ordered the BBQ Pork Sandwich - pulled pork with guava bbq sauce and topped with onion rings. Served on thick garlic French Bread with a side of coleslaw.I did not get the chance to try any of the sandwich but my girlfriend really enjoyed it. She said the pork was tender and not too dry. I did try a bit of the sauce and it was very tasty, something a little different. The french fries were just your regular fries, and the coleslaw was just your regular coleslaw. Simple sides to fill you up if you have a big appetite.

My girlfriends mother ordered crab cakes, they came with a side of green beans and fried plantains. If you have never had plantains before, I would describe them taste wise as a mix between a sweet potato and a banana. I am not a huge fan of them, a couple bites is plenty for me. I don't really know how the crab cakes tasted because I did not have any.

Lastly, since we were in a restaurant with margarita in the name we had some guava margaritas. While we sat at the bar, the television screens around us were playing music videos and concerts of Jimmy Buffet and similar artists. I found it kind of humorous seeing older people singing along with the TVs.

I really liked the food here and I thought the atmosphere was really cool. This was a great place to sit down and enjoy some good eats after waiting in line-ups in the hot sun.

If you find yourself at Universal Studios Orlando, check this place out you won't be disappointed.