Yellow Chilli at The District in Tustin is serving up some mighty tasty Indian fare. Behind this concept is Indian celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor, who travels extensively throughout India to gather knowledge and incorporating them onto his menus the world over. My friend and I visited on a weekend for a late lunch. The restaurant […]
a little Utopia at The District in Tustin
The District in Tustin has a new resident. Utopia European Caffe is a fast casual concept, open from early morning, to late in the evening. Its prime location — across the street from The Winery, and next to Union Market — is ideal for a morning coffee, a refreshing cold drink after visiting the gym, […]
hit and miss at JA Jiaozi
I’ve been eyeing JA Jiaozi at the Tustin Marketplace for a while now, and finally stopped by for lunch with a friend. The decor is modern and chic, so I am immediately apprehensive about its authenticity. However, I do enjoy dining in a comfortable atmosphere with good service, and JA Jiaozi possesses these aspects, as […]
a surprising meal at OB Square
It’s Friday night and we are in Tustin trying to get a table at Sichuan Impression. Naturally, they are packed. My friends do not want to wait, so we look on Yelp and found OB Square, a restaurant serving anju, or Korean drinking snacks. Having no expectations whatsoever, we settle in and ordered a bunch […]
Grape Leaf Mediterranean — Tustin
If you’re looking for a quick Mediterranean meal, stop by Grape Leaf Mediterranean in Tustin where everything is cooked-to-order. A fast casual spot, you order at the counter, pick a seat and wait for your food to arrive within 15 minutes or so. We tried the Lentil Soup ($3.99/8oz $5.99/16oz) a flavorful bowl dotted with […]
