Sadly nobody chimed in with an opinion on Calabria’s as opposed to Armstrong's (see my posts below) and I had to go in with no Chowhound intel. While the food was o.k., the service and portions didn’t even come close... (0 replies, last updated by kok June 11, 2002)

Jimmy Armstrong's Saloon was unique - So much so that Mike Jackson wrote about his encougement of the micro-brew before it was fashionable. Jimmy was my friend, and in my most personal trauma, a father-figure; when I had none to... (4 replies, last updated by Cathy L. April 8, 2002)

My brother & his family live in W Mifflin and I’ve been to Armstrong's many times (always fantastic). Mt sister-in-law says Calabria’s was recommended and I was wondering what you all thought of this place. Is it... (1 reply, last updated by kok June 7, 2002)

Table 8 chef will be at Coral Gables location at 8:00. He has a new cookbook out for party throwing. Hopefully he’ll have samples. (2 replies, last updated by crprmiami June 2, 2007)

I recently picked up a NYC-based Mexican daily newspaper on a 7 train and noticed that there were quite a few Passaic, NJ addresses in the advertising. I’ve got to check this place out. Anyone have any recommendations for... (0 replies, last updated by Chris Armstrong December 6, 2000)

Has anyone tried Queen of Sheba, on 10th ave. & 45th? (1 reply, last updated by Chris Armstrong March 30, 2001)

Family group of 7 are traveling from various parts of southwest PA to New Hope. Can anyone suggest a good breakfast place between Phila. & New Hope? Thanks in advance. (1 reply, last updated by Ken K April 24, 2005)

Just wanted to report a great experience at Thai Cottage in Houston this last Saturday. We went to the location at 3995 Richmond. Items ordered included Spring Rolls, Yum Woon Sen & Garlic and Pepper Lover Chicken. All items were... (0 replies, last updated by Carmen Armstrong May 26, 2004)

that evening? A restaurant that is somewhat upscale with good food and a relaxed atmosphere would be ideal. Thanks in advance for your help. Regards, Jen Armstrong (1 reply, last updated by Tha Groovin' Gourmet December 20, 2005)

You might want to try my favorite “heart attack on a plate” ... the "Bob Armstrong queso" at Matt’s Rancho Martinez in Lakewood. It’s chili con queso, plus ground taco beef, guacamole and sour cream. If... (9 replies, last updated by JYUMMY November 23, 2007)

Which are the good places in Leavenworth? Thanks. (4 replies, last updated by Liz February 25, 2005)

I have a very important business dinner for 10 people the first week of April in San Francisco. We are deciding between private rooms at the following restaurants. Which would you pick? Fifth Floor Ana Mandara Masa’s Redwood... (3 replies, last updated by Cherlock Bones March 28, 2002)

... by reviewing Arharn Thai, in Astoria. The prior complaint was that the “Under $25” column tended toward the mid-priced to fairly expensive category. It’s a cool little review, too; casual, informative, and... (2 replies, last updated by Michele Cindy October 11, 2001)

Hey, regional food fans. I was just about to get a cheap, healthy (but not so great) meal from Teriyaki Boy on 7th Avenue near 49th Street, but when I spotted the tiny place selling cheesesteaks, and only cheesesteaks, I had to... (0 replies, last updated by Chris Armstrong May 25, 2001)

Armstrongs in Helena, Arkansas, will fedex you ribs and/or an entire pork shoulder. I’m getting a shoulder and two slabs sent fedex today actually and the total cost, including shipping is $140. It would be $40 for just the... (2 replies, last updated by lisa sammons December 16, 2000)