Which 'wich Review (Carmel Valley)

Last Monday, SuperBoy and I saw that there was a training session in the space where Which 'Wich was about to open in the Del Mar Highlands Shopping Center.  We read the sign on the door and saw that the restaurant would open on Wed.

On Wed. morning, SuperBoy said, "Mommy, that new restaurant is opening today - can we try it out tonight?" Ah! I am raising a food-forward boy! Love the use of "try it out." How could I say no?

When Cute Husband came home, we headed over there.  It was very busy for opening night.  But we loved it!

a. You can really customize your sandwich in a lot of interesting ways.  I got a whole wheat baguette with tomato, cheese, spinach, and sauerkraut.  (hmm....sauerkraut).  CH got a reuben and liked it.

b.  For kids, you can doodle on your sandwich bag and then post it on the wall.  SB loved this. He wrote an ode to the cashier and showed it to him. What is cooler to a little kid who loves to draw than being able to draw and post your work in a restaurant?

c. Place was highly staffed and staff was super friendly. 

d. Prices are very reasonable.

e. CH loved the idea of a pizzawich (a pizza sandwich! he said).

We didn't try shakes but SB wants to next time.  Great option in the neighborhood.

Which 'Wich (Carlsbad)

Restaurants, restaurants, restaurants....Lately Foodgirl has been to a bunch. Time for a bunch of catch-up posts!

Today we finally made it to Which 'Wich in Carlsbad. Had high hopes: supposed to be a gourmet sandwich chain, fast and nice atmosphere.

What we Found: a slightly more upscale Subway. My black bean burger was just ok. But food came fast. Cute Husband liked his chicken sandwich. Super Toddler liked the fruit roll-up that came with his grilled cheese.

Will We Come Again? I can imagine returning some Sun. night when we are not interested in other options. But it's certainly not super-yummy.

And now a word from my Husband (Specialty's, UTC)

CH called this morning: "I am in heaven. I sound like you. The best new restaurant opened."

Turns out a deli called Specialty's Cafe and Bakery, which he liked in the Bay Area, just opened in UTC. He awaited his sandwich. Here are his quotes:

"Oh, this is so good."

"I am so happy."

What kind of food makes the normally un-gushy CH talk this way?

Sandwiches on "amazing bread" and "incredible" cookies of all kinds, especially chocolate chip.

I just looked at their website (specialtys.com) and see lots of veggie soups too.

I can't vouch for this yet, but this kind of foodie behavior from the husband merits a post!