* Today- Saturday, February 9th, 2019 Is Both National Bagel Day & National Pizza Day!

As far as Jeff Eats is concerned, every day is National Bagel Day and National Pizza Day.

Where will you guys be celebrating?

***** China Gardens Restaurant, 14400 Military Trail, Delray Beach, Florida 33484 (561) 498-5226.

A recent e-mail received by Jeff Eats…

Hey Jeff,
You beat me and my husband down to Florida from Brooklyn by 27 years. We just moved into the Saint Andrews Country Club in Boca Raton. We are looking for a really good Chinese joint in the area that serves up delicious (as you call it) Brooklyn Jewish American Chinese Food. How about a name or two? By the way I’m a graduate of Midwood HS class of 67 and my husband graduated from Lincoln High School in 1964.
Thanks,
Laura Solomon

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Laura Solomon,
Welcome to sunny south Florida.
Checkout:
China Gardens
(561) 498-5226
delraybeachchinagardens.com

Thanks for reading…
Jeff Eats

Posted on March 17th, 2009

***** China Gardens Restaurant, 14400 Military Trail, Delray Beach, Florida 33484 (561) 498-5226.

A number of you guys e-mailed about a “mom & pop Chinese” joint…China Gardens Restaurant, telling me about how good the food was, blah, blah blah. Anyway… last night I gave this joint a shot and “right-you-were”…the food is absolutely delicious.

China Gardens Restaurant is as you would expect, a “hole in the wall” located in a non-descript small South Florida shopping center. Guaranteed (unless you are a recent arrival from Mars) you know exactly what the decor is…what the menu is…and what the price-points and “specials” are.

Now let’s talk food…like I said before, DELICIOUS. Now for the official-results of my “taste test”….wonton soup (A), egg drop soup (A), hot & sour soup (A), egg roll (B+), pan fried dumplings (B+), sweet & sour pork (A+), chicken egg foo young (A), sizzling steak (A), shrimp with vegetables (A), shrimp with lobster sauce (A), roast pork fried rice (B+)…

Now I may-be going out on a limb here, but…my money says that China Gardens Restaurant is probably better than your favorite neighborhood-Chinese joint. Let me go one step further, China Gardens could “make it” in New York City’s Chinatown.

Based on my first outing, I will definitely be back for a second round.

China Gardens Restaurant is open Monday-Saturday 11am-10pm and Sunday 2pm-10pm.

This contest started on 2/5/19. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $10 McDonald’s Gift Card.

Real simple story, Jeff Eats got a $10 McDonald’s Gift Card to give to one of you guys!

The game- the first 20 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $10 Gift Card is good at any McDonald’s location (mcdonalds.com for locations, menu, info).

* The Mersey Beatles.

Saw this advertisement this morning- in the Sun Sentinel.

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats caught The Mersey Beatles on 2/17/16 at the Crest Theatre @ Old School Square and I gotta tell you guys- that this Liverpool based group was one of the best Beatles’ tribute bands that we’ve ever seen.

If the Crest Theatre date doesn’t work for you, check themerseybeatles.com- for the band’s upcoming Florida tour schedule.

This contest started on 2/1/19. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $25 Rock N Roll Ribs Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $25 a Rock N Roll Ribs Gift Card to give to one of you guys…

The game- the first 30 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $25 Gift Card is good at Rock N Roll Ribs, 4651 State Road 7, Coral Springs, Florida 33073, (954) 345-7429. Check menu/info at rocknrollribs.org.

Posted February 2, 2010
***** Rock N Roll Ribs, 4651 State Road 7, Coral Springs, Florida 33073 (954) 345-7429.

Rock N Roll Ribs is a “bbq joint”…it opened about 3 months ago…one of its co-owners is Nicko McBrain, the legendary drummer of the metal-band Iron Maiden…by the way, Nicko lives in Boca Raton. So, you now know— how “it” probably got the name Rock N Roll Ribs. The joint, has videos of bands playing, records on the wall, hanging guitars and a drum set as its decor. Rock N Roll Ribs is located in a shopping center on State Road 7…I think there are more empty stores than going businesses. Personally, I think that the spot stinks, but hey, it ain’t my dime! The joint isn’t all that big, maybe 80 seats. From what I understand, although Nicko is one of the owners and hangs out there- when he is in “town” (he wasn’t there, last night), it is run by “Moby” Rick Baum who according to the joint’s “pr” has an extensive background in developing/ opening/ running restaurants—the guy also plays guitar in Nicko’s (other band) McBrain Damage… What I can tell you, based on last night’s meal, this guy Moby Rick knows his bbq.

At this stage of the concert, check www.rocknrollribs.org for menu/prices/photos.

Now let’s talk food…tried- baby back ribs, bbq chicken, pork sandwich, cheese burger, french fries, garlic toast—this is some of the best bbq that I have had “down here” in South Florida. This joint’s bbq is not heavy-smokey, but rather “sweet” grilled stuff, that is right on the money.

On the pricing front—very reasonable…a full rack of baby back ribs with garlic toast and 2 sides goes for $15.95…a 1/2 chicken with garlic toast and 2 sides $12.95.

On the service side—very pleasant and efficient waitstaff.

Like I said before, 80 seats, looks better than a Hard Rock Cafe, real good food, real good prices, real good service, lousy location. Hey! Nicko and Rick, you got a great concept here…I just hope that people “find” you.

One final thought, you might like to check www.ironmaiden.com and www.myspace.com/mcbraindamge and read about Nicko and Rick’s music and bandmates. Just so you know, Nicko-is considered by many, to be one of the top rock drummers of all-time.

I really enjoyed Rock N Roll Ribs.

The joint is open 7-days a week 11am-10pm.

First told you guys about Nick Di Paola’s upcoming Boca Black Box- Friday (2/8/19-8pm) and Saturday (2/9/19 7pm & 9pm) shows on 1/3/19. Just checked the box-office (bocablackbox.com) and goldstar.com (discount tickets) and there are a handful of real good tickets left for all 3 shows. I’m thinking SRO when all is said and done, so if you wanna go and haven’t yet gotten tickets- time to make your move. Trust Jeff Eats on this one, this guy Nick Di Paola puts on an absolutely great show!

Posted on January 3rd, 2019

* Comedian- Nick Di Paola.

Just picked-up 2 tickets.

One of the funniest “edgiest” comedians in the business!

The bet here, Di Paola’s shows will be SRO…

The Skinny:

Comedian- Nick Di Paola

Friday, February 8th, 2019 (8pm)
Saturday, February 9th, 2019 (7pm & 9pm)

Boca Black Box
8221 Glades Road Suite #10,
Boca Raton, Florida 33434
Box Office: 483.9036
Tickets: bocablackbox.com check goldstar.com for discount tickets

from bocablackbox.com

Nick Di Paola In this day of watered down comedy Nick Di Paolo’s brutally honest performances remind us of what great stand up should be – funny, socially relevant and a little bit reckless. His strong political opinions and razor wit make him a perfect fit for talk radio. He hosted his own shows on New York’s 92.3 Free FM, “The Nick Di Paolo Show” on SiriusXM, co-hosted “The Nick & Artie Show” and currently hosts “The Nick Di Paolo Podcast”. He has performed on The Tonight Show, Late Night with David Letterman, Jimmy Kimmel Live, and Conan O’ Brien. He was twice nominated for an Emmy for his writing on HBO’s The Chris Rock Show. He has also had three half hour standup specials on Comedy Central, a Showtime Special “Raw Nerve”, a self released special “Another Senseless Killing” and most recently “Inflammatory”. He was one of the stars on Tough Crowd with Colin Quinn and a stand out on many Comedy Central Roasts. Not limited to stand-up, radio and writing, he has had acting roles on FX’s Louie, Inside Amy Schumer, The Sopranos, Cop Show and CK’s critically acclaimed Horace and Pete as well as many other sitcoms.

This contest started on 2/5/19. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $10 Burger King Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $10 Burger King Gift Card to give to one of you guys!

The game- the first 15 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $10 Gift Card is good at any Burger King location (burgerking.com for locations, menu, info).

* Chris MacDonald’s Jukebox Memories.

One of America’s best Elvis tribute artists- shows that he’s not just a one-trick pony…

Trust Jeff Eats on this one…this is gonna be a terrific show!

Chris MacDonald’s Jukebox Memories

Saturday, March 30th, 2019 (7:30pm)

Mizner Park Cultural Center
201 Plaza Real
Boca Raton, Florida 33432
Box Office: (844)-672-2849
Tickets: $37.50-44.00 miznerparkculturalcenter.com check goldstar.com (discount tickets)

from miznerparkculturalcenter

For one night only, accomplished tribute entertainer, Chris MacDonald, will bring the memories and music of legendary Jukebox Icons of the 1950’s and 1960’s including Ricky Nelson, Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Berry, Johnny Rivers, Tom Jones, The Turtles, Van Morrison, Neil Diamond and many more. Chris has thrilled audiences throughout the country with his MEMORIES OF ELVIS tribute production show. With this new production, you’re in for a fun night of classic Rock-n-Roll songs performed with a rockin’ live band including “Hello Mary Lou,” “Travelin Man,” “Garden Party,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Whole Lotta Shakin,” “Chantilly Lace,” “Rockin Robbin,” “Johnny B Goode,” “Sweet Little Sixteen,” “Don’t Be Cruel,” “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Can’t Help Falling,” “Suspicious Minds,” “Memphis,” “Secret Agent Man,” “Seventh Son,” “Poor Side of Town,” “Delilah,” “Kiss,” “What’s New Pussycat,” “Green Green Grass of Home,” “Sweet Caroline,” “Happy Together,” “Brown Eyed” and more.

Join us for a fun night of JUKEBOX MEMORIES as we celebrate some of the singers and songs on our good time oldies playlist!

* Comedian- Mo Mandel.

Just announced…

Just picked-up 2 tickets.

One of the funniest “edgiest” comedians in the business!

The Skinny:

Comedian- Mo Mandel

Friday, May 10th, 2019 (8pm)
Saturday, May 11th, 2019 (7pm & 9pm)

Boca Black Box
8221 Glades Road Suite #10,
Boca Raton, Florida 33434
Box Office: 483.9036
Tickets: bocablackbox.com check goldstar.com (discount tickets)

from bocablackbox.com

Mo Mandel has been on fire on all fronts.

Along with making recent appearances on CBS’S hit show, 2 BROKE GIRLS, and COMEDY CENTRAL’S new sitcom, CORPORATE, Mo just released his first hour special on AMAZON to critical acclaim, and the series that he created and executive produces, COMEDY KNOCKOUT, recently premiered it’s 3rd season on truTV. Best known for making over 40 appearances on CHELSEA LATELY and hosting truTV’s BARMAGEDDON. Mo has also made numerous appearances on CONAN, THE LATE LATE SHOW, has a half hour special on COMEDY CENTRAL, and has even been a guest on big podcasts like ADAM COROLLA, THE FIGHTER AND THE KID, and JUICY SCOOP. In the past, Mandel has acted on such hit shows as MODERN FAMILY, CASTLE, HAPPY ENDINGS, and was one of the leads of NBC’S comedy FREE AGENTS, opposite Hank Azaria.

Mo is real talent and always takes the audience on a wild ride that leaves them rolling.

First told you guys about tonight’s (2/6/19) Capris’ concert at Kings Point-Delray Beach back on 12/15/18. Just checked the box-office and there is a small handful of tickets still available, If you want to go- you can catch tickets at kingspointdelray.com. Trust Jeff Eats on this one, The Capris- now fronted by lead singer Michael D’Amore put on an absolutely great show.

Posted on December 15th, 2018

* The Capris featuring Michael D’Amore.
If you want to see one of the best 1950’s-1960’s doo-wop groups- currently working America’s Oldies circuit- then go buy yourself a ticket (box office: kingspointdelray.com) to see The Capris featuring Michael D’Amore which is scheduled to make an extremely rare South Florida appearance on -Wednesday, February 6, 2019- at Kings Point Delray Beach, 7000 West Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach, Florida 33446 at 8pm.

I just checked Kings Point Delray Beach’s online box-office (kingspointdelray.com) and there are a handful of tickets left for the show.

Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats will be there!

from kingspointdelray.com

THE CAPRIS FEATURING MICHAEL D’AMORE

Wednesday, February 6th, 2019 (8:00pm)

Tickets: kingspointdelray.com Box Office- (561) 499-3335
$19.00 Residents • $25.00 Non-Residents

The Capris are an American doo wop group who had a one-hit wonder with “There’s a Moon Out Tonight.” They experienced a popularity and performing resurgence in the 1980’s when three members reformed and The Manhattan Transfer recorded their song. “Morse Code of Love,” which took the airwaves and became a dance sensation. They have been performing for almost six decades and are honored to be in the Vocal Group Hall of Fame. Lead singer Michael D’Amore has had the pleasure to work as a “Duo” with recent Blues Hall of Fame inductee Angel Rissoff. He has had the pleasure of sharing the stage with groups such as “The Stylistics, “Lou Christie,” “The Duprees,” “The Tokens,” “The Flamingos,” “Larry Chance and the Earls,” and so many groups he has admired over the years. This is a show you will not want to miss!!