Crooked Gaff Kitchen (Whittier)
Went to my local oyster house tonight. If you’re in the area, the deals they have are ridiculous. 2 sandwiches and 2 sides for $22. 3 course dinners for $30. Taco plate meals for $17. A full fusion-y menu of Mexican, Asian, and French items. Menus posted daily on IG. Beer and wine also available.
We ordered a slew of things and the chowpups gobbled it all down before I could take a photo. They’ve a fun Krabby Patty and a solid dry-aged burger. The fries will get soggy in the box, but the chowpups recommend the fried Brussels sprouts, mac & cheese, and the spicy green beans. Picked a growler each of mead and cider, too.
Chef Tony Alcazar worked with Chef Craig Strong at the Ritz-Carlton/Langham before he departed for south OC. He learned so much, but wanted to open something in his home neighborhood. He’s a great person…I got to chat with him and he said that he’s only doing about a quarter or a third of the business he was doing before. I hope he’s able to survive…I miss oysters and dipping his fries in the spicy soy vin that accompanies the green beans.
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