Sam's Philly Steak

Let me preface this review by apologizing for all of the reviews in the Valley, I'm unfortunately stuck here until February when I will be relocating to the Westside! Also no, I do not eat 4 meals a day I've just been backlogged and now that I'm bloggin I just can't stop. Located at 18966 Ventura Blvd. is one of the worst Philly Cheesesteak places I have ever eaten at. I am a connoisseur of the cheesesteak and tend to act a little naiive when I see that sign. I hate to be negative but theres almost nothing good about this place (save for the steak itself), from the French baguette to the American cheese used, there's nothin Philly about this spot. I honestly make a better cheesesteak myself. Anyways here's a pic for all y'all to drool over.

Amer's Falafel

Again opting for something familiar, went to this place at 17334 Ventura Blvd. in Encino  to get me a shawarma. Here a standard shawarma is with Turkey/Lamb, not the beef or chicken I was used to, but willing to try it. Tasted great, and for $6.50 very filling. The meat cut off the rotisserie not thrown on a grill gave me a good feeling about this place, as it seems the rotisserie's are not used at all of the middle eastern places in LA. With the tahini, hot sauce, hummous, and turnips in there, tasted much like something I have eaten on Bloor st. in times past.

Domingo's

Located at 17548 Ventura Blvd. in Encino, this deli/grocery brings many items from the old world into the valley. I opted to try a veal with mushrooms and peppers in hopes of recreating a taste I was familiar with eating at California Sandwiches as often as possible as a youngster. The veal was good and messy, just how I like em. Tons of other options that I'm sure will please.

IN N OUT

I only felt it was right to pay homage to my favorite restaurant in California with the opening post covering IN N OUT. All I have to say is ANIMAL STYLE. Had Harry and Esther Snyder knew what they were about to unleash on Southern California back in 1948, I have a feeling they would have been the happiest people on earth. There is nothing, absolutely NOTHING, as cheap/good/american as a burger from IN N OUT. Perhaps it's the sponge-dough buns, hand leafed lettuce, fresh never frozen beef patties, or the biblical references under the cups (only joking), regardless I am down FO LIFE. Without further adieu...