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Sushi done right

Jinbeh Japanese Restaurant

It’s been several years or more since I dined at Jinbeh (the Las Colinas branch) and thought it was time sample its satellite spinoffs. For a Friday evening, I took the fiance out for some sushi at the Lewisville location. Tucked away in a strip mall, this location isn’t as [...]

Recap on forgotten dining adventures

Sushi Awaji

7835 N Macarthur Blvd Irving, TX 75063 (972) 869-0663

Another all-you-can-eat Asian buffet opens in north Irving. Similar to Tokyo One and Osaka in concept, Sushi Awaji is comparable to Japan House in execution. There is a smattering of passable sushi and sashimi options on the cold bar, and on the [...]

Adventures in Dining, August First Half

Marshall’s Bar-B-Q

12895 Josey Ln Farmer’s Branch, TX 75006 (972) 243-4901

The fellow running Marshall’s counter was decidedly jolly and chatty with this early-evening-dinner gal looking to sate her BBQ cravings. As much as he seemed attentive however, he couldn’t deliver on the promise of good brisket. The barbecue here was “just okay”. [...]

A trio of Asian eateries reviewed

B.B.Bop Rice Bowls

2460 Lacy Ln Ste 102 Carrollton, TX 75006 (972) 620-9700

Excellent customer service. The b.b.bop guys were enthusiastic about their place and the food they served. I got a thorough rundown of the counter options, from the 3 types of rice, 3 meats (or 2 extra veggies), to the various [...]