Someone on the Food Network (Guy Fieri) needs to pay a visit and put them on the MAP. Since he can't do it, I will. I have even tweeted about. #Fresno
The Tri-Tip melts in your mouth, the Mexican Food is comforting, groceries are affordable and all of my co-workers could get down in the kitchen.
I had to workout extremely hard just so I could eat all the good food! Here are my favorite eats in Fresno.
Hofbrau (Downtown location)- You can enjoy custom carved meats such as Pastrami, Cornbeef, Turkey, Beef, Rueben, Ham and Knockwurst. My favorite is their Pastrami. Hofbrau dips the sandwich in au jus with your choice of Swiss or American cheese. It looks simple but it packs a POW of home comfort food. There is a pickle bar with mustard's and horseradish. Check it out, you won't be sorry!!
Salaam Seafood- I am going to put it out there. I have yet to find a good soul food place in Los Angeles. I know that we like to keep it healthy but I am sorry, I am no fan of smoked turkey in my greens, beans or anything dish that calls for hammocks.I have also found that its all about the main dish in Los Angeles and the sides go by the wayside. In Fresno, pride is definitely in their soul food. The main dish, the sides, the lemonade all makes you do the "Happy Dance" while eating.
I have never had Basa (Fish) until I tried it here at Salaam's Seafood. Delish white fish! Their fried fish has flavor, its crispy and the good thing its re-heat able. How many times have you gone to a place and its sopped with grease and there is no flavor? Salaam has the perfect fried fish that makes you want to come back every week. In LA this would put you behind $10 or $11. In Fresno, less than $6.
La Estrella~I am sure at this point you are all sick of me bragging about this quaint little town and how good the food is but DAMN... I had no clue really what Chili Verde was until...da da daaaaaaaa... La Estrella. Look at the pictures! I have to admit I only had it 3 times because I was scared of my waistline. The meat just melts in your mouth and the beans are slowed cooked. There's no sparring flavor here. I would garnish it with cilantro, lime and onions. OOOOHHHH WEE!
My other favorites:
Dog House Grill- Across the street from Fresno State. Try their bbq ribs and roasted chicken. Finger licking good.
Sam's Deli- Italian Deli with all the best meats, anti pasta's, marinara's, desserts and an AWESOME WINE SELECTION.
Quality Meats- When I say the best Breakfast Country Sausage in the World, I mean it. I have never had a flavor such as theirs.
Quality Meats bbq's their tri-tip for 16hours. I have also purchased their beautifully cut pork roast for less than $5 and can feed a family of 4 for at least two days. Their hotlink sandwich with Pappy's BBQ sauce is a gluttons haven! The entire staff is friendly and helpful.
B&K Thai Food- This place is a hole in the wall but I tell ya....I went to B&K every Friday and they know my name. I would call in my order and have seating arrangements with all of my friends. Its sad but true. LOL. They will be missed!!! My favorites, Combo fried Rice, Spring Rolls, Pad Thai Noodles, Curry Chicken and Thai Beef Salad.
