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Review of: Monterey Bay Aquarium

I never miss the Monterey Bay Aquarium. It is simply awesome and unlike any aquarium you'd ever see...I mean, it's got to be the best in the world, or at least in the top 3. They have a deep ocean tank that's got huge sunfish and sharks in it...they even kept a Great White (juvenile) in it for a bit (released now). It's quite a drive down to Monterey from 'Frisco (about 50 or 60 miles), but I always, always go. I usually grab a bite to eat near the aquarium where you can watch Sea Lions bask from your dinner table (but be prepared for lackluster tourist-trap food), then hit the aquarium. If I leave early enough, I sometimes hit the Santa Cruz boardwalk on my way back to San Francisco, mostly for the nostalgia of my parents taking me as a kid (or because the "Lost Boys" from the 80's film hung out there..in the movie anyway), but it can get kind of scary there lately (population wise). The aquarium is great at feeding time (usually around 1 pm if memory serves). The kelp forest is awesome with two-three story tall tanks (also the sea otters). The Monterey area is beautiful to begin with anyway, so it's nice to visit anyway, especially if you like Steinbeck.
]]> http://www.judysbook.com/members/16474/posts/2007/6/522673/ Thu, 28 Jun 2007 03:39:46 GMT http://www.judysbook.com/members/16474/posts/2007/6/522673/ Reviews - Uncategorized Steve H.
Review of: Stellar Plumbing

Stellar Plumbing was referred by another plumber to do a rush job on my kitchen remodel (had to be done in one day or my cabinets wouldn't go in!). Jeff came 5 minutes early and went straight to work. He did a professional job and finished in about 5 hours, instead of dragging out the work. Everything was all copper and looked great. He also only charged me less than half the qoutes I had from two previous plumbers!
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Review of: Steve's Plumbing

Steve's Plumbing did quick, fast work, didn't overcharge, was very clean and professional. Steve also got another plumber to do a rush job for me that Steve couldn't fit into his schedule. The work was done right and was half the price of two other plumbers quotes. He arrived exactly on time, too! So rare these days!
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Review of: Steel Pig BBQ

Wow. The sauce is the best BBQ sauce in the area. I've tried just about every BBQ place I've come across since moving here 12 years ago and am usually disappointed. A great thing about this place is it's consistent. Their Pig Wings are to die for. They are fried in a garlicky crust, they are whole wing instead of the little half-wings at most places so an order of 6 is a large meal. Then they are drenched in that delicious, tangy BBQ sauce. They have the best soul food sides I've had in the city. I just wish they had hush puppies. Delicious Collard Greens, Black-Eyed Peas and Rice, Red Beans and Rice, Cornbread....everything is at least good, if not very good. I have never had a pulled pork sandwich that can compare to theirs and every person I've brought agrees on that. Some things are a bargain, like the 6pc Pigwings for 6.50 but some things can get expensive. The pulled pork sandwich is 6.50, but if you spike it with a hot link and add cole slaw, it's ten bucks! The plates are very reasonable and their chicken has a delicious, smokey flavor throughout the meat. They run about 12-13 bucks for the chicken or ribs dinners that include a side and cornbread. Their southern iced tea used to be good, but they serve it frozen like a slushy now for some reason...still tastes like iced tea from the south (very sweet), but I have to let it melt first. Try it out if you like BBQ!
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Review of: Fast Water Heater Company

Paid $250 for installation. Then paid through the nose for the rest of the installation, which was way overpriced. Wound up paying 3 times the cost of the original installation charge. I felt cheap and used after the install (and broke). They did have the courtesy to call before they were late. But then came on the late side of the new time they gave me. Had to pay a stairs charge after assisting the guy with carrying it down the stairs. Was told I would have to wait for the next day if I didn't help carry it down the stairs! Not exactly a company I will do business with again. The technician was nice enough.
]]> http://www.judysbook.com/members/16474/posts/2007/5/520693/ Wed, 16 May 2007 17:11:53 GMT http://www.judysbook.com/members/16474/posts/2007/5/520693/ Reviews - Used Appliances Steve H.
Review of: Albert Lee Appliance

I just bought a couple of appliances at Albert Lee. The selection is great and I found that it was very affordable despite the prices being marked higher than the Lowe's or Home Depot prices. Albert Lee's prices are clearly marked with how much is included (for example, the range prices include delivery, installation, and hauling away old range, which, after the $70 price increase over Lowe's for the same item, was actually cheaper because Lowe's charges more for all of those things). They also carry more In-Stock than the big box stores for delivery that same week instead of the 2-3 weeks that Lowe's needs for many items. I didn't see any prices that didn't include delivery, so make sure to factor that part of the price into your selection, because most of the stores charge at least $65 for delivery or $140 for delivery and installation. Another big plus is that it's a local, family-owned store. They also just opened an Alderwood Mall location that has easy parking if downtown is a pain.
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Review of: McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurant

You know what? My wife and I are regular seafood diners and love oysters. We've gone around to oyster bars and seafood restaurants all over the region, and for the best value, this is the place to go. We gone to places like Shucker's and such, and found that while some places have a slightly better selection (not many places), almost none can compare with the prices for fresh oysters as this large chain. Some of the main courses are not always the best, but it is consistent and I know that I can rely on a good meal. The two times anything was wrong, they've fixed it, PLUS comp'ed us that portion of the meal. Great value.
]]> http://www.judysbook.com/members/16474/posts/2007/8/524997/ Mon, 20 Aug 2007 00:44:25 GMT http://www.judysbook.com/members/16474/posts/2007/8/524997/ Reviews - Books Steve H.
Review of: University Book Store

....but it can get pretty crowded. It's definitely not the type of bookstore to sit around and browse books, as space is tight and people are always squeezing by. If you're looking for something in particular, they'll get it for you. I've been sent their by other bookstores to find stuff when I had something particular in mind. When I'm browsing, they still have the best selection around and their staff picks section is nice, because the staff fills out placards describing what they picked and why, instead of just setting them on a ?Staff Picks" shelf. It's also a good place to buy UW logo gear and gifts. I used to like it more before they gutted the camera/music section, but then again, it's a book store. My only hesitation is that parking on the Ave is a pain and the crowds at this store can be annoying.
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Review of: Tandoor Indian Restaurant

If you like Indian Food and live in Seattle, you must try Tandoor. I have converted several fans of Cedar's (one block away) because the food is as good or better and the service is friendly (as opposed to Cedar's!). I also have never had a wait to be seated. The place doesn't look like much, but it's not dirty either. The food is all outstanding and the people that run it fall over themselves with friendliness. Try it and let me know what you think. P.S.: When deciding on a spiciness level, they go 1-5, but will do a 6 or 7 for hardcore pepper eaters...be careful, 6 is really, really hot, and 7 is uneatable!
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Review of: Pizzaria Fondi

Stopped in for lunch out of the blue the other day. My wife and I split at $12 pizza and each had a $4 small salad. The food was fast. The food was great, excellent pizza. The servings were decent. The salads were easily worth more than $4 and the pizza was decent for two people if you had a salad to go with it.
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