Hi FTC, heading out from West LA to Desert Hot Springs for some needed R & R. Thinking of stopping for lunch somewhere along the way off the 10 (or 60?) and currently weighing options. Currently on the list is Padua Pasta, Merry’s indonesian, Ootoro (though more expensive than desired)?
Cant really say that I have a target idea of the exact kind of food Im seeking…kind of easy as long as quality and say around $30 less per person (no alcohol). Since Im rarely out this way, want to know what Im missing!
In general the traffic on the 60 going east is better than the 10 but check Google Maps. I think it’s also shorter in terms of miles. Since you had Merry’s Indonesian as a possible choice it seems like you are thinking of stopping around half way between WLA and Palm Springs (1/2 way time wise not mile wise).
Other choices in the general area
Earthen for green onion pancakes, pot stickers, house special chicken and jja jaing mein.
Sanamluang and Ruen Pair for Thai and both very close to on/off ramps.
Hilltop Jamaican (Pomona) - curry goat, jerk chicken, greens, rice and beans and curry patties, fried dumpling (basically everything)
San Juan BBQ (Riverside) - mofongo, tripleta, alcapurria, arroz con grandules
Big Dayne and Beale’s Texas BBQ (Fontana) - spare ribs, brisket, Mac n cheese
Skip ooToro.
Padua is good, the pasta is really nice. The sandwiches are good but not great. I get the Italian sandwich, no lettuce, no dressing and a side of gardinera to add in. Makes it taste much more to my tastes. Must eat soon of the bread gets a tad chewy. Pasta salads are made with their homemade pasta, pasta has a nice chewy but not really great in terms of how they season them.
Love sea harbor and well versed in sgv Dim Sum spots. Guess that’s why I’m looking for a low profile/locals/unique kind of spot to kick off a week long xmas break. The kind of place you’d never forget. I also have on my radar this Indian spot. Anyone been here? http://www.ashirwadtheblessingsupland.com/
I recommend Drag Queen Bingo at The Ace with the Fabulous Shirley Claire on Monday’s at 7pm at King’s Hwy. BTW, not sure if Carlos has that kitchen under control yet. He’s trying.
I probably wouldn’t eat there, but the Desert Hot Springs Spa is a fun place, pretty much the opposite of your usual upscale expensive day spa or resort, especially on Tuesdays.
