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Grubthusiast is a food journey through standout restaurants, hidden gems, honest reviews, recipes, and the stories behind great spots. We talk food, flavor, vibe, and what makes a place truly worth experiencing.

  1. Grubcast #178 Amal Flores - HERMANITO - WLA and new location in SANTA MONICA

    MAR 13

    Grubcast #178 Amal Flores - HERMANITO - WLA and new location in SANTA MONICA

    On this episode, I sit down with Amal Flores, owner/operator of Hermanito, to talk about the restaurant’s new location at the corner of Broadway and Lincoln Blvd. in Santa Monica, CA, in the former Swingers Diner space. We get into how this new location came together, what it means to step into such an iconic spot, and how the team has worked to pay homage to the history of the space while creating something fresh for the neighborhood. It’s a great conversation about vision, respect for local history, and what it takes to bring new life to a well-known Santa Monica location. We also get to try some of the Hermanito branded Mezcal!

    21 min
  2. Restaurant Report #43 Father's Office - Cuvler City, CA - Out now!

    MAR 2

    Restaurant Report #43 Father's Office - Cuvler City, CA - Out now!

    For V’s birthday we checked out a new-to-us spot: Father’s Office. A visit that almost didn’t happen—but I’m so glad it did. Delicious food, great cocktails, and a casual-cool atmosphere. If you’re looking for excellent eats, a solid bar, a few “house rules,” and a strong dislike of ketchup… this is your place.

    1h 9m
  3. Grubcast #177 James Thorpe - Upper East/Knotty Barrel/OEO Hospitality

    FEB 20

    Grubcast #177 James Thorpe - Upper East/Knotty Barrel/OEO Hospitality

    We get a chance to speak to the Founder of OEO Hospitality Group which runs and operates Knotty Barrel and a new concept Upper East in Escondido, CA - James Thorpe

    31 min
  4. Restaurant Report #42 Himalayan Chulo - Escondido, CA

    FEB 13

    Restaurant Report #42 Himalayan Chulo - Escondido, CA

    We talk about our love of East Indian Food as we'll review our recent visit to Himalayan Chulo in North County San Diego.

    59 min
  5. Restaurant Report #41 SUSHI GATO - San Diego, CA

    FEB 6

    Restaurant Report #41 SUSHI GATO - San Diego, CA

    V and I had a night out for sushi, our first in 2026, so I needed it be right. We had a couple of options, started off at one spot and within a very short time we realized that we need to try the backup plan. Thank goodness we did because we might have found our new go to spot!

    42 min
  6. New years 2025 at Colab Public House - Vista, CA

    12/30/2025

    New years 2025 at Colab Public House - Vista, CA

    V and I talk about our plans for New Years Eve 2025! Happy New Year!

    56 min
  7. RR #40 Hen & Heifer - Pomona, CA

    12/19/2025

    RR #40 Hen & Heifer - Pomona, CA

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    1h 6m
  8. Restaurant Report #39 Brother's Sushi - Culver City, CA

    12/11/2025

    Restaurant Report #39 Brother's Sushi - Culver City, CA

    V and I talk about our love of good sushi and the most important things a sushi bar can do to add to the experience as a breakdown of our recent visit to the place that replace our beloved KZO Sushi in Culver City.

    1h 29m
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Grubthusiast is a food journey through standout restaurants, hidden gems, honest reviews, recipes, and the stories behind great spots. We talk food, flavor, vibe, and what makes a place truly worth experiencing.

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  • Creator
    Grubthusiast Grubcast
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    235
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