We visited Diva's on about 1561 East and 33rd South.  Parking is on the West side of the building.  Some of you may remember this is where Roma started a decade ago.  They offer breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.  We decided to eat in the greenhouse area which was warm and bright.  There's a front area that is a regular looking seating area and then a den/library that I liked and then the greenhouse.  Gigi ordered the special, a portobello mushroom burger.  It was every bit as good as my cheeseburger.  I can't think of a better entre' for a vegetarian.  The tomato bisque was delicious, not sweet, definitely homemade and Gigi's salad was light and good.

We're looking forward to more visits.  We chatted with three cute Divas and the chef.  They are great.  They could use more business.  Go in and give it a try.

Feldman's Deli

Sloppy Joe, Best new Sandwich in SLC

View from the counter where I ate

Exterior of Feldman's Deli.  Not open Sunday or Monday

Menu.  The Sloppy Joe could easily feed two people.  It's huge

My new favorite sandwich here in SLC, is now the "Sloppy Joe" at the new Feldman's Deli on the NE Corner of 20th East and 2700 South.  The sandwich is made of corned beef, pastrami, thousand island and cole slaw.  It is juicy and delicious and a bit hard to eat.  The picture here doesn't do it justice.  Believe me, it is fantastic and rivals anything at Carnegie Deli in NYC.  Eating it reminds me of those Carl's Jr. ads where stuff is dripping out all over the place.  It is amazing.  The potato salad was great as well.  The people are friendly and fun to be with.  I can't wait to go back.  

New Longhorn Steakhouse on Fort Union

We were invited to the pre-opening complimentary lunch at the new Longhorn Steakhouse on Fort Union Blvd., across the street to the North from the Family Center where the Marie Callendar's used to be.  The interior is warm and cozy and the employees were well trained and polite.  Our cute server Marilyn was excellent, relaxed, well trained and fun to be around.  We split the $9.00 shrimp and lobster dip pictured here.  Gigi ordered the Bourbon Glazed Salmon over rice with veggies ($12.99) and I got the 1/2 Baby Back with a baked potato loaded and a side salad. ($11.49).  All of the food was excellent.  My ribs were very tender and delicious, Gigi's Salmon was cooked perfectly, not over-cooked which is easy to do.

The dinner menu ranges from approximately $12 to $28.  I found it interesting to see the calories listed under each of the items on the menu.   Buyer beware.

A lot of new restaurants based on meat in the area, Dickie's and Sonny Bryan across the street and of course, Famous Dave's that has been there for a while.  I think Longhorn will do well.  

Taqueria 27 1616 Foothill Drive

We loved the high end Mexican Food at Taqueria 27 today.  I had the Pork with one of the specialty Moles (Oaxacan).  I chose the basil rice and pinto bean sides ($12.50 including sides).  Dave had the Quesadilla with Pork ($10) and we split a Flan Dessert.  A couple of little comments:  

They are thrifty guys.  Unlike most Mexican food restaurants, there isn't one chip or extra offered "gratis."  The plates are too small, the only napkins offered are cocktail napkins.  They brought us a bunch.  The interior is very clean and modern.  The waiters are trained and they have a huge selection of tequilas.  My food was fantastic.  It was perfectly cooked, not fatty and it was delicious.  Dave loved his as well.  The Quesadilla had a lot of cheese in it and it was prepared perfectly.  I think it's a great place and compares price-wise to Dodo or Porcupine.  Give it a shot.

Flora is great

We had enjoyed another trip to Flora today in Holladay.  I had the pork enchilada and it was outstanding.  Wade had the Burger and Gigi had the Turkey Sandwich.  They need some business.  You won't be disappointed

Another good meal at Flora

Have any of you noticed the new sign at the old Boulevard Restaurant?  Great chef, had the Shrimp Po Boy sandwich today.  Delicious.  Needs your support.  Holladay, Murray Holladay Road just east of Holladay Blvd. on the north side, across the street from Gepetto's.

Oh Mai approximately 6150 Highland Drive

Some family of the owners of Trang have opened up where Lettuce and Ladles used to operate just North of the Wendy's and Xcel on Highland Drive. I had a Bahn Mi Ribeye sandwich for under $6.00. I loved it, full of Thai flavors, herbs and lean meat. The bread was toasted and crispy and a little rough on the roof of my mouth. I was worried that this wouldn't be enough food so I ordered a bowl of the Pho which is a delicious brothy soup with light noodles, more beef along with sprouts, onion, basil and some kind of green pepper. Delicious and on its own would have been a great lunch. Others ordered the Honey Pork Sandwich and a similar bowl of soup. We also split a fresh spring roll which is pictured here with the sauce. Delicious. The operators are very nice, experienced and we will visit again soon.