0A STORIES THE EXPERIENCE SEND

The Experience, Emeryville: Bay St Emeryville Dining

The Experience:

Flores Cocina & Bar to the rescue!

Emeryville laments the closing of Chevy’s Fresh Mex after 25 years. But have no fear. Flores Cocina & Bar is here to bring you authentic Mexican food. It’s a fun, vibrant Mexican restaurant serving up contemporary cocktails. You are in for a real treat with their traditional Mexican dishes and flavors, sourced from family recipes from The Gulf to The Pacific:

  • Pequenos – small dishes like Guacamole, Salsa & Totopos and Ceviche Mixto Campechano.
  • Tacos – including Carnitas, Chicken Tinga, Pescado and Vegetarianos (king trumpet mushrooms, poblanos, pico de Gallo).
  • Platos Fuertes – larger meals like Mole Negro Poblano, Enchiladas Rojas de Pollo and Chile Relenos.
  • And Bowls and Ensaladas (salads)!
  • Cocktails: Tequila & Mezcal Flights, Flores’ Margaritas, Specialty Cocktails, Cerveza, Vino and non-alcoholic beverages like Agua Fresca.
  • Bonus: Flores uses fresh corn to make their tortillas.
  • And did you know Flores San Francisco has been named a Michelin Bib Gourmand restaurant in 2021, 2022 & 2023?

In a hurry for lunch? They have you covered with their quick-service shop next door, Flores Taqueria, for salads, bowls, tacos, burritos and more. The Taqueria is open daily from 11:30am – 9pm.

Located in the Bay Break Dining Terrace on the second floor at 5614 Bay St, Ste 244. Hours: Mon – Thurs 11:30am – 9pm; Fri 11:30am – 10pm; Sat 11am – 10pm; Sun 11am – 9pm (510) 301 7683 

Photos/Courtesy of Flores

Where:

5616 Bay St

Emeryville

http://baystreetemeryville.com

By |2024-03-14T09:39:29-07:00March 14th, 2024|Tags: , , , , , |0 Comments

The Experience, Alameda: C’era Una Volta Kitchen + Catering News

The Experience:

Tasty Tuscan for lunch and dinner!

Now serving lunch Tuesdays through Fridays 11am – 2pm! And there are more new picnic tables outdoors if you want to savor your lunch on the patio.

You can also order Gourmet Dinners for 2 or 4 at two price points. One is pasta or risotto dinners – 2 for $45 or $80 for dinner for 4.  An assortment of salads, pizzas and more. (Featured here: Spinach and mozzarella filled ravioli with walnut basil pesto, topped with parmesan cheese and walnuts)

Want something a little more elegant for date night or a special evening? Seafood, Steak or Mixed Grill dinners for 2 @ $70 and for 4 @ $130. All you have to do is prepare your table setting. (Featured below: Filet Mignon al Pepe Verde, Garlic Mashed Potatoes.)

Choose 2 of 4 of each course – Insalata and entrée. You can order online with the take-out button for pickup or delivery. Look for a 10% discount on the ordering site while this special lasts during Alameda’s Restaurant Week.

Don’t miss out on Chef Rudy’s authentic Tuscan recipes that will surely become your favorites. And if you have a special request, they will do their best to make it happen. 510.769.4828 

Dinner hours: Tues 11am-6pm; Wed/Thurs 11am-2pm; Fri 11am – 7pm

Lunch Hours: Tues – Fri 11am – 2pm

Where:

800 W Tower Ave. inside SoFive Soccer Center (previously the Bladium Sports Club​)

Alameda

https://www.ceraunavolta.us

The Experience, Emeryville: Tipsy Putt Happenings

The Experience:

Tee up your St. Paddy’s weekend!

Save the date for a fun time at Tipsy Putt Friday March 15th – Sunday March 17th @ Bay St Emeryville!

You are in luck! Tip back $5 Putting Green Shooters and $5 Green Beers all weekend Fri, Mar 15 – Sun, Mar 17 and try your luck on the golf course. Golf attire is always encouraged, leprechauns and links lovers unite!

Meanwhile this weekend they’re teeing off with some hops & happiness! Join them and make the weekend epic on and off the course. Brunch is served Fri – Sun and Bottomless Mimosas are now daily from 11am-2pm. Sundays are FUNDdays for a charitable cause – and this Sunday $1 from each game of golf sold will go to ECAP, Emeryville Citizens Assistance Program.

Where:

5690 Bay St

Emeryville

http://tipsyputt.com/tipsy-putt-east-bay/

By |2024-03-07T07:20:27-08:00March 7th, 2024|Tags: , , , , , , , |0 Comments

The Experience, Richmond: Riggers Loft Wine Co Music

The Experience:

Blues on the Dock of the Bay!

Immerse yourself in some amazing blues on Saturday, March 9, 2-5pm.

Red’s Blues is back at Riggers Loft, that beautiful spot on San Francisco Bay with amazing views.

This four-piece band from Sacramento will be a treat. The great thing is that they are all members of the Sacramento Blues Hall of Fame!

Specializing in traditional blues, as well as original Americana/Roots music, you will know why Red’s Blue Band has been twice nominated for a SAMMIE award for ‘best blues band in the NorCal region’.

Featuring:

  • Beth Reid-Grigsby, on lead vocals and harmonies
  • RW Grigsby on bass and vocals
  • Doug Crumpacker, guitar, harmonica and vocals
  • Tim Wilbur on drums/percussion and vocals.

Come and check it out. You’ll be glad you did. Plenty of room for large parties, an amazing selection of specialty wines, cider, food and a reasonable door charge, which goes toward paying the band.

Food + Drink

Wood-fired Pizzas, Loft House Salad, Caesar Salad, Crispy Parmesan Brussel Sprouts, Deluxe Prime Beef Burger, New Orleans Beignets by Chef Frank Miller (CFM Culinary Inc.)

Enjoy fantastic wines and cider by Riggers Loft winemakers and cider maker. Order a glass, a bottle or a flight.

https://www.riggersloftwine.com/riggers-loft-menu

$5 cover charge. Pay online when you make a reservation or pay at the door.

About Riggers Loft

The beauty about Riggers Loft Wine Co is that you can treat yourself to a wine tasting on the weekend and relax to some great jazz.and blues. Wood-fired pizzas and tasty salads on the menu to accompany the wine or cider of your choice. Chill and enjoy as you sip, eat and vibe!

Riggers Loft is situated right next to the water on San Francisco Bay in an industrial chic building with absolutely amazing views. It is a tasting room and wine bar, with a beautiful event space.Riggers Loft is home to owners R&B Cellars, with guest wineries: Carica Wines, Wachira Wines, Barrel + Ink, Prima Materia, and Far West Cider Company. Great outdoor patio on the water.

Hours:

  • Thursdays: 5-8pm
  • Fridays: 5-9pm (Closed Friday, October 15 due to a wedding)
  • Saturdays: 1-9pm
  • Sundays: 1-7pm.

 Where:

1325 Canal Blvd
Richmond, CA 94804

https://www.riggersloftwine.com/

The Experience, Richmond: El Agave Azul Comfort

The Experience:

Rainy day comfort food!

Just what you need on a rainy day – – Tortilla Soup!

Or you may want to try one of their other soups:

  • Sopa de Elote – a creamy corn soup
  • Consume de Pollo – shredded chicken, broth and vegetables
  • Caldo Tlalpeno – chicken, carrots, zucchini, garbanzo beans, chipotle-chicken broth
  • Sopa de Camarón – tomato base, fish broth, Mexican spices, prawns.
  • And on Sat & Sun Pozole Rojo – tender pieces of pork slowly simmered in a chile guajillo broth with hominy served with chopped cabbage, radishes and limes!

Fans rave about their Margaritas. Did you know Agave has over 120 tequilas to choose from – from the classic Don Julio to the exotic and refined Clase Azul Ulta tequilas. They carry Plata/Silver/Blanco, Reposado, Añejo and special reserves for discerning tasters.

Hours: Mon – Thurs 11am-9pm; Fri 11am-10:30pm; Sat 9am-10:30pm; Sun 9am-9pm. And now they have Live Music 2nd and 4th Thursdays from 6-8pm.

Where:

12955 San Pablo Ave
Richmond, CA 94804

https://agaveazulca.com/

Go to Top