Does anyone here know about Rita's? It’s across the intersection from Irene’s. Not a fancy place. What is the local reputation of Rita's, if you know? I’ve heard that they serve a good stuffed catfish. Thanks. (3 replies, last updated by bigmackdaddy August 16, 2006)

I was at Rita's last year for the first time..can’t address whether the chef changed..I thought the food was ok..not great..large amounts..but fun because of the unique atmosphere..the whole experience is fun...but there is... (1 reply, last updated by 9lives December 6, 2001)

different tacos on the menu and I expect to eat them all before end of summer. Also some apps, but it’s the tacos that are the star here. Wouldn’t wait too long to try Yo Rita out as it’s going to get very very... (15 replies, last updated by grapevine August 12, 2009)

There is a new "Rita's Ice Custard Happiness" coming to Westfield, NJ. I have never been to a Rita, but always in search for a new flavor kick I would certainly try. I’m usually a bit hesitant about ice cream chains. In my... (23 replies, last updated by sadiefox May 7, 2009)

That explains the lines I saw at two Rita's locations. (1 reply, last updated by Denise March 22, 2009)

No contest-Papa’s and Beer beats them hands down in terms of quality, prices, and freshly prepared food. There is an obvious difference that you can taste between Papa’s and Beer, where the food is freshly prepared,... (11 replies, last updated by oppland May 31, 2009)

Anyone know what’s going on? Restaurant portion seems to be closed down and I hope it’s just for remodeling?? (I searched to no avail so apologies if this has been discussed) (0 replies, last updated by Cat'sChow April 1, 2005)

If you ever find yourself at Rita's, the Caribbean joint on Georgia Avenue, you will notice they have fritters in the window. I asked, “What's in them?” “Nothing,” they said. Hmmm, nothing? Well, nothing... (0 replies, last updated by Steve August 29, 2003)

I saw a Rita's Italian Ices in burtonsville, md. What exactly is an italian ice? what are they made of? are they any good? (13 replies, last updated by DEE DEE March 14, 2005)

After much delay, the Rita's Italian Ice has finally opened in Burtonsville. It is located on 198 a little west of 29, right next to Papa John’s. You could park in the Pennsylvania Dutch Farmer’s Market lot and it... (5 replies, last updated by dinwiddie August 6, 2003)

I’ve done some searching on this board regarding how the dining experience is at Flora Kitchen on LaBrea, but everything seems to be from 1 year ago or more. Has anyone been there lately? I’ve looked at the menu and... (2 replies, last updated by lovechwhnd August 6, 2006)

C. Simon reported a rumor below that Marisa Iocco and Rita D’Angelo, ex-Galleria Italiana and South End Galleria, have returned to the Boston restaurant scene, resurfacing at Bricco in the North End. I just got off the phone... (7 replies, last updated by DodinBouffant June 6, 2003)

Has anybody tried this place yet? Their menu was in last year’s Yellow Book (I guess they planned on being open sooner than they were) and it looked pretty good. I love, love, love chimichangas, and my husband loves... (0 replies, last updated by stephw1 September 19, 2008)

We have quite a few Rita's in the area. I love Melon Twist (i think that’s the name?) misto shakes. Chocolate cherry misto shakes are pretty delicious too. Ooohh, now i can’t wait for opening day! (5 replies, last updated by jaydreb February 21, 2007)

Feh. The food at Rita Flora was adequate, but the deal breaker for me was the amazingly lousy and non-existent service. There are other places on La Brea with equivalent quality food and better service, so good bye and good... (11 replies, last updated by mkleeh September 24, 2007)