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Northstar Cafe – will it survive the Clintonville boon or bust dining scene

Northstar Cafe’s Meatload Sandwich FineRepast headed off to the Clintonville branch of the Northstar Cafe. It’s nice to see a good restaurant test the C-ville dining, albeit shark-infested, waters. I say this because I’ve seen many a restaurant go under … Continue reading

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Review of the Brew at the Zoo

Well, we went to the Brew at the Zoo Friday. Overall, it was a nice event. Six Pack Theory played great covers. Although, I was disappointed when they said they’d play “Final Countdown” by Europe. But didn’t. You know the … Continue reading

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El Vaquero – FineRepast’s Mexican Fiesta continues

Chips, salsa and beverage at El Vaquero on Olentangy I continued my tour of Mexican restaurants in Columbus with El Vaquero off of Olentangy River Road. I opted for patio dining as I had had my fill of air conditioning … Continue reading

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FineRepast Cinci field trip: first stop Pomodori’s Pizzeria

FineRepast.com took a recent weekend trip to the University of Cincinnati and began their dining tour at Pomodori’s Pizzeria. Pomodori’s is an institution on UC’s campus. Located right off of West McMillan Street, it’s right in the heart of the … Continue reading

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The long slow death of Max & Erma’s?

Gosh I hope not. But my recent experiences there are not too promising. Yes, the food is good. And I love the atmosphere. But the service is slow. Not necessarily the wait staff. But the kitchen. Yesterday, I went to … Continue reading

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