NOT FOUND: ericsrestrauntreveiw.jpg.jpgLast month I told you that this month I would be writing a romantic dinning column. Well, unless you can somehow pull romance out of a guy eating by himself at a BBQ joint, you will have to wait one more month. I have mentioned in the past that I am not a real big buffet fan; I am however a HUGE BBQ fan. Some people cry when they watch a sad movie, lose a pet, break up with a boy or girlfriend, hear Bob Dylan sing (perfectly understandable). But me, I have often been known to weep uncontrollably when presented with a rack of ribs.
So when I recently had a Saturday meal at The House of Chicken and Ribs at ---- Elverta Ave in Antelope, I was almost inconsolable. After I perused the menu I decided to get a little crazy and order Chicken and Ribs. I was asked whether I wanted white or dark meat for the chicken and I chose dark. I enjoy both and at times I have a craving for the more flavorful dark meat. This does not make me weird, however (and my wife can attest to this) there are plenty of other attributes I possess that put me in that category.
The Chicken and Ribs Combo plate with cornbread and two sides is only $11.50. This is a bargain and could easily be priced at $15. The chicken has always been fantastic at The HOCAR (acronym). I have been known to order a whole chicken, dump some sauce on it, lower my mouth and come up for a breath about every other minute until it is time to split the wish bone. Then if I win (and I always do since I am competing against myself) I simply wish for another chicken.
NOT FOUND: ericsrestrauntreveiw2.jpg.jpgThe Rib meat falls right off the bone. That can have its draw backs. I have had ribs of this nature that were little more than BBQ flavored mush. But such is not the case with The HOCAR (acronym). The ribs are moist, flavorful and firm with a kickin' sauce that can be had in regular or spicy. You get a very nice portion of these delectable ribs in the combo as well.
The sides were great but I was particularly impressed with the beans. Also, if you enjoy cornbread The HOCAR {acronym) is for you. The House of Chicken and Ribs (not an acronym) also offers Tri Tip, links and seafood plates all of which are outstanding. As a bonus I have never heard a Dylan song wafting through the speakers.
This week I will be having dinner at Morton’s new location and I am quite looking forward to it. I know, in this economy most of us can’t afford such a lavish meal. Well, this bill has already been paid, so for me it is affordable. Besides the economy has not affected me one bit. I didn’t have any money when the economy was booming and I still don’t.