JP23 BBQ & Smokehouse - Fullerton, CA

Work wife wanted to have happy hour so we decided to roam around Fullerton. We passed by a sign that said "Tomahawk Steak $26", and next thing you know, we were sitting in JP23.

Pattern Bar - Los Angeles, CA (DTLA)

I was in the mood to try new spots for lunch and invited a work bro to check out Pattern Bar with me. It was crazy that I have never noticed this place before even though I walked pass by it all the time.

Ruth’s Chris Steak House - Pasadena, CA

This year slave girl took me to Ruth's Chris for my birthday celebration. I have been to one a looooong time ago in Philly and remembered it being good. I have been craving steaks so it was just perfect.

District - Los Angeles, CA (DTLA)

Slave girl and I were meeting a good friend for lunch, and friend picked this place because it was closer to the bus stop compared to the other option I gave, ha.

Lawry’s Carvery - Los Angeles, CA (DTLA)

Me and work bro were hungry for lunch but had no idea where to go. We found out some work friends from the office were going to Lawry's Carvery, and since I have not been to this location yet, the decision was easy.

Rosie’s BBQ & Grillery - Los Angeles, CA

Work bros and I were in the area and since one of them were on the no carb diet, I thought it would be a good idea to have BBQ for lunch. After some searching around, Rosie's looked promising and that was what we settled on.

The Mar Vista - Los Angeles, CA

Friends wanted to do an all girl Sunday brunch with slave girl and I was added to the brunch list at last minute. Yeah yeah I know the girls love to see me because how could they say no to fatty?

The Peppermill Restaurant & Fireside Lounge - Las Vegas, NV

On the day of us leaving Vegas, our friend really loved his breakfast at the Peppermill before we took off. Since I haven't been to the restaurant yet, I was pretty excited to go check it out.

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store - Las Vegas, NV

Slave girl was super excited about trying this place since she has never had it before. I on the other hand had my fair share of Cracker Barrel when I used to be the road warrior crossing country. I never really loved the place but for my love I shall eat here one more time.

Figueroa Philly - Los Angeles, CA

I was craving cheesesteak badly for lunch but I didn't want to drive to Korean town for it. After searching around, I found one that seemed promising and it was only 8 minutes drive from work.

Plan Check Kitchen + Bar - Los Angeles, CA

Slave girl and I decided to go back and give plan check a second try. This time around with much better experience. The service was fast and accommodating. We were seated by the patio, but the sun was in our eyes. When we asked for a different seat, we were taken to a new table right away. Our server was also great with the water refilling and checking on us for things.

Bludso’s Bar & Que - Los Angeles, CA

Slave girl, slave girl's slave and I were in the area walking around and I saw this place. It was a chilling afternoon and all I wanted was some drinks and chat. After I saw the menu, I changed my mind.

Howlin’ Ray’s - Los Angeles, CA

Slave girl told me about this fried chicken joint in Chinatown. I was curious about how a fried chicken restaurant able to survive in Chinatown so I must see.

HAPPY HOUR NIGHT - DTLA, CA

Cole's front, easy to find at night.

I happened to be in Downtown LA on a Tuesday so I decided to meet up with slave girl to hit up some happy hour when she got off. There were so many choices and we couldn't really decide where to go so we asked our friend Jen to join us and had her to help us to make the happy hour decisions. We ended up in 4 places for the night but only the first place was happy hour. The rest...well, we were still happy so does that count?

STEER N ALE - Pasadena, CA

I purchased a Groupon deal for this place and I was told by my friends who will only come to this restaurant when they have the crave for a chunk of meat; however, don't expect the quality to be outstanding. Well, I was craving for meat and Steer 'n Ale was where I dragged slave girl with me.

Front door

When I first walked in, it felt like a Jersey diner which wasn't a bad thing since I haven't been to Jersey for ages. I ordered super stockyard which was a one pound steak and slave girl got fried chicken dinner.