PT Eatery Replaces Pho T Cali:
In my latest post on Pho Duyen Mai, "Derek R" mentioned that PT Eatery was replacing Pho T Cali. I had noticed that the Pho T Cali sign was covered while driving by during the week, but didn't have time to stop by. So, today, while running errands I drove into the parking lot and took a photo.
Derek mentioned that this place is related to Phuong Trang....so I'm not sure if I should be really happy about this....we'll see.....
7351 Clairemont Mesa Blvd
San Diego, CA 92111
Chef Jun Replacing Spice & Soul:
I saw a notice posted in the window of the building that formerly housed Spice & Soul.
So, this morning, on my way to Costco, I took a short detour to see what was up. Looks like this place will become Chef Jun. Sounds like perhaps a Korean restaurant? I had heard that the person who either owns the lease or the mall is Korean; so this might make sense.
Update: Chef Jun will be a Sushi and Kappo style restaurant. Thanks Derek!
Interesting for Bay Ho.
4033 Avati Dr
San Diego, CA 92117
And finally......I think the Missus is missing Japan. She had requested that I make tempura four times during the last week....during the week....sigh....
And then last night; She wanted a Sukiyaki-ish "thingy" for dinner.
So last night after my (hopefully last for a while) batch of tempura was consumed, I made my standard warishita. This morning I picked up the Missus's favorite ingredients....and the Missus feasted this evening. We'll have enough for a couple of meals.
Happy wife, happy life, right?
Hope you're having a wonderful weekend!
That sukiyaki and tampura look delicious. And we live up the hill from that shopping center - I'm excited to hear something Korean is going to end up there. That little strip mall could use some TLC/updating.
Posted by: Derek R | Saturday, 02 November 2019 at 07:50 PM
I also saw that Pokirrito (next to Riki Raki) is being replaced by Yasai (which is supposed to be a Vegan Japanese restaurant by the same chef/restaurant group). Hopefully their vegan food is better than Rikiraki's ramen...
Posted by: Derek R | Saturday, 02 November 2019 at 07:55 PM
that sounds like a lot of tempura you’ve been cooking, hope the weather isn't too warm for all that frying:)
Posted by: kat | Saturday, 02 November 2019 at 11:47 PM
He's just moving on to the latest fad Derek; it's all about concepts with them.
Yes, it's cooled off a lot Kat!
Posted by: Kirk | Monday, 04 November 2019 at 06:27 AM
*facepalm*
Posted by: Derek R | Monday, 04 November 2019 at 02:05 PM
Lol Derek.....
Posted by: Kirk | Monday, 04 November 2019 at 02:15 PM
Anything will be an upgrade over Pho T Cali (I hope).
Posted by: Junichi | Wednesday, 06 November 2019 at 11:22 AM
I hope so too Junichi!
Posted by: Kirk | Wednesday, 06 November 2019 at 12:25 PM
Thanks for the info about the upcoming replacement for Spice & Soul. People on NextDoor have been speculating about the place and I relayed your info. A Korean restaurant would be welcome news.
Posted by: alnc | Thursday, 07 November 2019 at 01:21 PM
I'm just hoping they didn't miss an 'e' at the end of Chef Jun Alnc..... ;o)
Posted by: Kirk | Thursday, 07 November 2019 at 02:06 PM
Sign went up at "Chef Jun." It's going to be a "Sushi and Kappo Restaurant." I'll admit I'm pretty bummed out it's not going to be Korean. The thought of Bibimbap & Bujigee near home was an exciting one =/
Posted by: Derek R | Friday, 08 November 2019 at 04:10 PM
Hey Derek - Yes, I saw the sign yesterday. I'll update in an upcoming post.
Posted by: Kirk | Sunday, 10 November 2019 at 11:48 AM