On the Menu

The Daily Grind

October 8, 2008 by

From Vienna to Paris and from New York to Seattle, coffee houses hold a significant cultural and social influence over our day-to-day lives. Whether it's a steaming latte on a cold day or a triple-sho...
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The Wheels of the Bus

October 1, 2008 by

Well, summer is officially over. The kids have roared back into Isla Vista and taken over the dorms. Flocks of students are patronizing the various restaurants on Pardall Road and Embarcadero del Mar,...
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Pretty Pretty Please?

May 28, 2008 by

Every college student subsisting on the DLG and junk food knows that a visit from family members is the best time to go out for some fine dining, free of charge. For those individuals fortunate enough...
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Let’s Beef It Up

May 21, 2008 by

If you're the type of person who discovered the wheel and built the Eiffel Tower out of metal and brawn, then there's really only one thing you should be focused on this Memorial Day Weekend: meat.
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A Touch of Class

May 14, 2008 by

In the mood for something a little more high-class than last weekend's double kegger - perhaps something a bit more impressive for dinner with a special someone? This week, On the Menu brings the tool...
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Summer Lovin’

May 7, 2008 by

Tired of spring showers and windy weather? Are those long days of tanning making you crave summery sustenance? Cruise to these nearby restaurants for some fun in the sun, and hang-10 on the patio whil...
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Arrriba!

April 30, 2008 by

With Cinco de Mayo just around the corner, locals and students alike are preparing to celebrate a favorite Mexican holiday. In anticipation for the fiesta of the year, On the Menu scoured the streets ...
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Good Burger

April 23, 2008 by

Ready to enter hamburger heaven? Put away those George Foreman grills and let On the Menu take you on a transcendent journey outside the fast food bubble of mass-produced, frozen patties as we shed so...
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Grillin’ and Chillin’

April 16, 2008 by

If you're looking to experience the sensation of Mediterranean cuisine, then let On the Menu be the perfect gateway to take you on a grand tour through the beautiful, sun-splashed region with these lo...
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Miss Saigon

April 9, 2008 by

Want a break from same old Isla Visa flavor? Dive into a bowl of pho at one of these lesser-known local Vietnamese eateries.
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On the Menu Makes a French Connection

April 2, 2008 by

Whether you're looking for a table for two, a place to bring your parents or a classic lunch spot, let On the Menu transport you to the city of lights with every delicious bite from these local French...
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Pot ‘O Gold

March 10, 2008 by

Ah, St. Patrick's Day - my favorite drinking day of the year. Albeit, I'm a little biased considering it's also my birthday. But that's neither here nor there - the most important thing to be doing th...
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Why Can’t We Be Friends?

March 5, 2008 by

Your friends are visiting, but you are at a complete loss where to take them out to eat. They've tasted the ecstasy of drunken nachos, they've indulged in Cinna- and Wildebread alike, so what now? Let...
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Oh, for Goodness Steak!

February 27, 2008 by

Tired of those leafy green salads and seasonal veggies? Take a steak break from the fruit fad to really fill up, and let the carnivores rejoice! This week, On the Menu has staked out the best steakhou...
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The Italian Job

February 20, 2008 by

It is difficult to decide what Italy is most famous for, but, without a doubt, the food is a top contender. Alfredos, pestos, marinaras and more delight the taste buds in Italian restaurants up and do...
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