Where Winston Wanders Pt. 2

Mike Winston: Perfect for those late night munchies. All of their bacon-wrapped deep fried hot dogs are great, but I love the Tsunami, Spicy Redneck, and Jon-Jon Deragon best. Read more on WinstonWanders below!! Read more.

Mike Winston: Though better known for their tapas, don't ignore their absolutely delicious brunch. Get a Calamares Fritos Sandwich or Huertas Rotos with Papas, Sausage, or Bacon. Read more on WinstonWanders below!! Read more.

Mike Winston: I'm not a big salad guy, but that brunch Smoked Trout Salad was insanely good, especially with The Maven Bloody Mary and luxurious Billionaire's Bacon. Read all about my visit on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: This fancy butcher shop serves up some serious cuts of meat. But, if you're there, you're gonna want to pick up The Zilla, a kimchi and chicharrón topped hot dog. Read more on WinstonWanders below!! Read more.

Mike Winston: For an excellent non-Tex Mex breakfast in a ridiculously cute atmosphere, this place hits the spot. Don't miss the French-Viet crossovers like Breakfast Banh Mi. Read more on WinstonWanders below!! Read more.

Mike Winston: Everything at Swan is amazing, but you've just got to try the Bourdain approved dish simply called Crab Fat. It's ridiculously decadent. Read more about this insane dish on WinstonWanders below!! Read more.

Mike Winston: Come for some of the zaniest ice cream flavors ever concocted. I loved the Burnt Honey Rosemary flavor, but everything is going to be great. Try the craziest one and read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: Whenever I need an excellent bagel in the East Village, this is the first place I go. Everything they make is outstanding – especially the Lox and Whitefish. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: The hand-pulled noodle soup and wontons were truly outstanding, but I'd pass on the soup dumplings in favor of the steamed dumplings next time. Read all about my visit on WinstonWanders below!! Read more.

Mike Winston: It's all about that Shiner Monte Cristo at this food truck. This sweet and savory sandwich creation is a specimen of Texan deep-fried perfection. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: Everyone is completely right about that Pork Shoulder Fried Rice. It is so incredibly meaty, comforting, delicious, and nicely prepared. It's an SF must-eat. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: This authentic little subterranean Italian cafe somehow manages to remain off the radar. Don't miss the excellent soups or schiacciata flatbread sandwiches & read all about it on WinstonWanders below. Read more.

Mike Winston: Experience outstanding Black Seed bagels at Mile End's brunch service. The Beauty is an outstanding rendition of traditional bagel, lox, and cream cheese. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: Grab a seat at the chef's counter then sit back and enjoy 12-courses of inventive, flavorful, Southern, hipster, cheffy brilliance. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: This mom & pop sushi shop serves surprisingly high-quality fish at very reasonable prices. Though with one chef it can be slow, for great cheap sushi it's worth it. Read more on WinstonWanders below!! Read more.

Mike Winston: There's nothing quite like a fresh out of the fryer donut or apple fritter at Bob's after bar hopping on Polk. They are ridiculously good & extremely cheap. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: Those off-menu offal loaded boat noodles really are quite unusual. The cheap bowl of Thai noodle soup is funky, fun, and challenging all at the same time. Read all about them on WinstonWanders below!! Read more.

Mike Winston: Seriously, you need to get the Egg Custard Tart. It's the best, freshest, most-savory version of this eggy little pie that I've ever had. Delicious. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: Perfect for a first date, this sexy Nolita hot spot serves up fancy, open-faced sandwiches called tartines. We had both hits and misses so read more on WinstonWanders.com below and choose wisely! Read more.

Mike Winston: Great for cheap, filling, delicious, New Mexican, Southwestern burritos (Keyword: Christmas style) and hearty, flavorful stews like Red Chile Chicken Pozole. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: This is the place for a massive, cheap, delicious sub sandwich in San Francisco. Their Meatball Parm Sub really hits the spot when that particular craving strikes. Read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: The Miso Ramen was pretty good. Not great, but worth stopping in for. Definitely get the spicy sauce add-on then head upstairs to Pika Pika for photo booth madness. Read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: It's not particularly cheap, but these imported Japanese photo booths are so wacky and so incredibly fun. Get some ramen in the mall then run wild at Pika Pika. Read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: Everything at this unique restaurant is absolutely incredible. Hard to go wrong, but don't miss the Pretzel, Lamb Sausage, Ceviche, and Goat Confit. Read all about my visit on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: This Silicon Valley Mexican hole-in-the-wall has a truly awesome, cheap Chorizo Super Burrito. Seriously, it's nearly as awesome as the one at El Farolito. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: There's lots of bold, authentic Thai flavors to find at Kin Khao. Don't miss the Mushroom Hor Mak Terrine, Pretty Hot Wings, Brussels Sprouts, Pork Belly, or Curry. Read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: The breakfast tacos are great, but the spice-loaded beef tenderloin Cowboy Taco is in a league of its own. Get one for breakfast or lunch and be happy. Read all about Tacodeli on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: They serve fast, cheap, fresh, high-quality sushi in sashimi, nigiri, and roll form. I particularly enjoyed the Sake Nigiri, Hotate Nigiri, and Spicy Scallop Roll. Read more on WinstonWanders below!! Read more.

Mike Winston: This Sunnyvale spot serves up Korean Fried Chicken that gives the NYC branches I know and love a run for their money. They use local chicken and it's so damn good. Read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: You might be surprised to learn that you can eat so well inside of an aquarium. Skip the cafeteria and enjoy high-quality seafood with a waterfront view. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: Skip the cafeteria and enjoy high-quality seafood with gorgeous views at Cindy's Waterfront instead. Clam Chowder & other seafood dishes is where they shine. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: This cute and very popular Capitola bakery is perfect for a homemade breakfast pit just off Route 1 for a drive between Monterey and San Francisco. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: The famed Angry Korean Wings really are worthy of all of the hype. The sweet and spicy gochujang glaze pairs perfectly with those moist, meaty, crispy chicken wings. Read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: One of the better places to get a bagel in SF. The bagel and lox called The New Yorker was tasty and scratched that itch, though the cream cheese was pretty runny. Read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: These burritos are freaking massive. The "Regular" is plenty big, even for me. I enjoy the Chicken Mole, but pretty much everything is tasty. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: O-Toro serves top quality sushi, sashimi, and nigiri but it's not exactly inexpensive. It helps a lot that they take reservations though. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: This little hole-in-the-wall is perfect for a fast, fast, filling Mexican torta sandwich. The Al Pastor was my favorite, but the Carnitas was pretty tasty too. Read about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: When late night munchies strike, there's no better place to be. The fresh fish in the sushi is outstanding and they also have a large number of imports from Tsukiji. Read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: Their unique, playful menu takes flavor influence from all over place. Everything was tasty, but the Grilled Verlasso Salmon absolutely incredible. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: These delicious Carolina-inspired Southern dishes highlight all the California fresh ingredients well. Don't miss the Fried Chicken, Fry Basket, or Buttermilk Pie. Read more on WinstonWanders below!! Read more.

Mike Winston: As incredible as the Palo Alto original, this Burmese hot spot is a welcome addition to the Polk St. area. Don't miss the Palata, Tea Leaf Salad, or Rainbow Salad & read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: The vast high-quality beer selection is the main draw, but you're definitely not gonna want to miss that insane Pastrami Reuben Sandwich. It's incredible. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: A great place to get a really interesting and reasonably priced meal. Don't miss the Breakfast Carpaccio, Duck Banh Mi, or Breakfast Kobe Burger at brunch & read more about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: So good! Some of the best tacos I've ever had, actually. The prices are cheap and the portions are huge. Don't miss the chorizo or cabeza and read more about this taco truck on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: Yes, do what Emeril & Fieri say and get The Peacemaker, but don't miss the arguably even more delicious Grilled Shrimp, Fried Green Tomato, Remoulade Po-boy. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: One of the best places to get a reasonably priced lunch outside under the warm Napa sun. Don't miss the Harissa Grilled Oysters or Chowder and read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: The classic #1 Italian Combo is a great choice at this old-school deli counter. It comes piled high with various delicious, sliced meats and is surprisingly cheap. Read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: For cheap and extremely spicy Thai food, this is the place. For some killer heat, don't miss the Naked Ladies (raw shrimp) & Sai Oou (sausage lettuce wraps) and read about it on WinstonWanders below!! Read more.

Mike Winston: Looking for a great lunch special? The Oyako-Don is simple, comforting, and makes for a massive meal. Also, don't miss the fried octopus – Tako Karaage – and read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: One of the best AYCD brunches in the city. The Mexican food is pretty tasty and those margaritas are so much better than they actually need to be. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below!! Read more.

Mike Winston: Truly as great as everyone says. The menu is fully loaded with innovative twists on Japanese classics. Don't miss the ceviches, Hot Rock, & Jar Jar Duck and read all about it on WinstonWanders below!! Read more.

Mike Winston: A great, new place for a sexy, cocktail-fueled date night in the French Quarter. Don't miss the Veal Sweetbreads, Beef Cheek, & Pan-fried Pork Shoulder and read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: Do yourself a favor – turn around a leave right now. Yes, everything's got garlic, but nothing at this expensive, kitchy, tourist trap is actually very good. Read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: This vegetarian friendly Middle Eastern shop serves cheap and incredibly good Israeli hummus, falafel, babaganoush, & pita. Very authentic & very delicious. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below. Read more.

Mike Winston: This unusual mashup selling pastries, coffee, art, & jewelry also serves up outstanding brunch with no lines! Get a smoothie, acai bowl, or the baked eggs benedict & read more on WinstonWanders below. Read more.

Mike Winston: This absurdly rich, fatty, umami-loaded tonkotsu ramen is one of the best in San Francisco. Add the Kakuni (pork belly) & soft-boiled egg and read all about this hidden shop on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: The plate turnover rate at this super-fun and reasonably priced sushi boat restaurant is very high, so everything always remains fresh and delicious. Read more about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: The Sheng Jian Bao aka Pan Fried Pork Bun dumplings are the reason to go to this dingy Chinese resto. Those fluffy, juicy, crispy, meat-filled buns are so delicious. Read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: No, this is not a joke. This completely vegan sushi is really very delicious. Go for rolls like the Scarlet Smile, Candlestick, Plot Twist, and Surprise Ending and read more on WinstonWanders below. Read more.

Mike Winston: Get the damn meatball sandwich and wash it down with a local draft beer. That focaccia sandwich really is as good as they say. Finish with an espresso and read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: For fried catfish, there's no better place. Also, don't miss the hush puppies, fried okra, black-eyed peas, or Philly creamed spinach. Eat really well for cheap and read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: Come for super-fresh, authentic poke bowls and other Hawaiian specialties. Stay for the island atmosphere and sunny, foliage-covered outdoor back patio. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: This Banh Mi Vietnam is a monstrous, meaty, masterpiece on the cheap for only $5. It's also one of the best sandwiches that SF has to offer. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: There's nothing fancy about these shaved ice treats. But, when the NOLA heat gets unbearable, the locals head to here to cool off with one of their famed Snoballs. Read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: From the moment I heard about this garlic-centric festival at the Garlic Capital of the World, I knew I had to go. Learn how to beat the heat, crowds, and many other pitfalls on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: This Filipino-Mexican food truck does fusion right. All of the flavors were bold and authentic and the inventive creations all came out insanely good. Read more about my visit on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: A great place to get your fill of spicy, Indian curry in Monterey. Medium was plenty spicy for me. Don't miss the smokey Baigan Bharta, delicious Butter Chicken, and read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: A great, new addition to Downtown Paso Robles serving up quality tequila cocktails & gigantic portions of Mexican food made entirely with fresh ingredients. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: This hidden shop in Sunnyvale makes one of the best banh mi sandwiches in the Bay Area. Go for the 4a: Thit Heo Nuong, try to beat the lunch rush, and read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: This outrageously delicious menu will bring you to the edge, push you over it, then leave you begging for more. Don't miss the General Lee's Chicken and read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: While all of these Neapolitan pizzas are top-notch, you absolutely cannot miss the off-menu Honey Bastard because — bacon marmalade. Read all about this insanity and more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: That Breakfast Kimchi Quesadilla is deliciously spicy great value makes for a monstrous meal (though a gastrointestinal risk if you dare to eat this on a layover). Read more on Winston Wanders below. Read more.

Mike Winston: Cheap prices, huge portions, and a great spot to indulge in a freshly steamed basket of xiao long bao soup dumplings. Truly a hidden gem in this part of New Jersey. Read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: After crushing a dozen of their famed, hot, crispy, buttery Char-Grilled Oysters, I've deemed the reputation entirely well-deserved. Read all about this French Quarter classic on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: That lamb kebab was out of freakin control delicious. Mantu dumpling were unusual & pretty awesome too. Whatever you do get, make sure to ask for the secret chutney. Read more on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: The menu full of diner classics is alright, but the real reason to go is to experience the other-worldly back-in-time environment - it's Twilight Zone wacky. Read all about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: Do yourself a favor — skip the Cruffin line and indulge in any of the other just-as-good and actually better pastries. Don't miss their bread pudding and read about them all on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: Sometimes the best tacos in Austin are cooked in a school bus. Come for legit breakfast tacos & handmade guac and don't miss the barbacoa special if they've got it. Read more on WinstonWanderrs below! Read more.

Mike Winston: A killer date night spot with impressive beer & wine lists and an absurdly good cheeseburger. Also, don't miss small plate "Snacks" like Puffed Potato & Eggs. Read about it on WinstonWanders below! Read more.

Mike Winston: Load up on bold, meaty, inventive, exciting dishes like the "Ham" Burger, Beef Heart Tartare, Whole Fried Chicken, & Truffle Grilled Cheese. Read all about this culinary insanity on WinstonWanders!

Mike Winston: This high-end spot's revamped small plate menu now dips its toes into Filipino-inspired dishes. Most of the offerings are quite good though dining can get pricey fast. Read more on WinstonWanders.com

Mike Winston: The home of the OG Muffuletta. Each bite is a perfect blend of salty sliced meat, hearty, dense bread, and bright, tangy, crisp pickled vegetables. Read all about it WinstonWander.com.

Mike Winston: The best Burmese near SFO. Killer tea leaf salad, avocado tempura shrimp spring rolls, pumpkin yellow curry, and Burmese style curry pork. Read all about these awesome deals on WinstonWanders.com.

Mike Winston: There’s plenty to love about Nina Compton’s inventive, flavorful Caribbean-inspired cocktails and cuisine. To read all about these exciting new New Orleans flavors, head to WinstonWanders.com.

Mike Winston: Bam! You know the man. Emeril is a New Orleans legend and this restaurant is still throwing fastballs. Everything is great, but you must order Miss Hay's Stuffed Wings. Read more on WinstonWanders.com

Mike Winston: This elegant, minimalistic restaurant is a beautiful place to bring a date, but the flavors were all a bit too restrained for my taste. Read all about it on WinstonWanders.com

Mike Winston: The Surf & Turf Poboy is great, but I prefer the shrimp-only version — it stays nice and crispy. If they've got fried pickles, get 'em along with a long neck of Barqs. Read more on WinstonWander.com!!

Mike Winston: This cocktail bar is just so good for so many different reasons. Come to eat or drink — with friends or solo — for brunch, bar bites, or a full dinner. Read all about it on WinstonWanders.com

Mike Winston: Extraordinarily popular and has managed to cross dim sum format with New Californian cuisine. It can get pricey, but it ultimately lives up to all of the hype. Read all about it on WinstonWanders.com

Mike Winston: This inexpensive hole-in-the-wall serves handmade renditions of the Mexican usuals along with awesome, unusual Yucatan specialties like panuchos - all with their amazingly tender slow-roasted meats.

Mike Winston: With epically hulking portions of top-quality Jewish comfort foods like chopped liver and pastrami, it's hard to go wrong or leave hungry. Read all about this incredible place on WinstonWanders.com

Mike Winston: Save it for a very special night out becuase it's on the pricy side, but they have outstanding fish in a quiet elegant atmosphere. Don't miss the Sakura Masu (Cherry Salmon) Nigiri. WinstonWanders.com

Mike Winston: Diving headfirst into the trendy cross-over fusion world of food by combining the best aspects of sushi and burritos ends up with questionable results. Read more on WinstonWanders.com

Mike Winston: GET THE LARD BREAD. It's utterly rich & decadent with a crispy crackly crust studded with many small cubes of meaty spiced salami & large punchy flecks of black pepper. Read more on WinstonWanders.com

Mike Winston: This Michelin starred 19-seat chef's counter features a daily changing menu using locally foraged British ingredients and a ton of experimental cooking techniques. Read more on WinstonWanders.com!

Mike Winston: This place is perfect for the NOLA bachelor party "nice meal". Between the masculine décor, quality cocktails, and meat-heavy, smoke-infused menu, it fits the bill. Read more on WinstonWanders.com