Papermoon Diner (227 W. 29th Street)

It was a lazy Saturday morning and my roommate and I were looking for somewhere a little different to go eat. I was in the mood for diner fare and didn’t want one of the usual suspects. After some short research, I came across my next GoodEat, Papermoon Diner, in Remington. The website reads, “Comfort food meets a Baltimore twist.” This was all I needed to get into my car and drive the short 15-minute car ride from campus.

I’m going to be honest, the restaurant is funky. The décor is eclectic. Once you open the door to the restaurant you are greeted by a huge collection of Pez dispensers. The dining room brought more surprises. The corner of the room housed dozens of mannequins and baby dolls caged in by the framework. Despite the very strange décor, the food and service was perfect.

The menu was huge and everything on it was screaming my name. I had to narrow it down to breakfast or I would have been looking at the menu for hours. Our waiter pointed out some of his favorites and then the decision was ours. We started off with Charlotte’s Web ($8.95): hand cut French fries drizzled with hearty gravy, Romano cheese and two runny eggs. They were delicious.

Deciding on my main entrée was a difficult decision. Our waiter had suggested the Eggs Benedict, Banana Foster French Toast ($12) and the Vanilla Custard French Toast ($12.5). I went with the Eggs Benedict ($11), which is served with your choice of ham, tomato, spinach, avocado, smoked salmon, or crabmeat. A toasted English muffin topped with poached eggs, avocado, and rich hollandaise sauce made this a scrumptious rendition of a classic. My friend went with the Vanilla Custard French Toast. The plate itself was a spectacle, with pinwheels of colors spewing from the French toast epicenter. The French toast was made with a homemade vanilla curd, blueberry syrup, and fresh blueberries. The dish was so good we were tempted to lick the plate.

Vanilla Custard French Toast. Photo by Taylor Seidel/ TU Student

The food, décor and outstanding service made Papermoon Diner a new favorite of mine. Welcome the unconventional décor and you’ll be rewarded with delicious food.

 

Avocado Eggs Benedict. Photo by Taylor Seidel/TU Student.

 

Until next time. I wish you GoodEats.

 

 

Edited by Jared Kurlander.

Tamber’s Restaurant (3327 St. Paul Street)

Are you in the mood for traditional Indian food or classic American cuisine? Well, I have the restaurant for you.  If you answered yes, or you’re just looking for some amazing food, then check out Tambers Restaurant in Charles Village.  Nestled off of St. Paul Street in downtown Baltimore, this fifties inspired diner-esque restaurant has been satisfying people since 1991.  The only restaurant in Baltimore that serves both Indian cuisine and western classics, you are sure to find something appetizing.

Tambers is highlighted by authentic Indian classics done the right way.  Their chicken tikka masala with perfectly blended chunks of chicken and a silky aromatic masala sauce competes with some of the best I’ve ever had.  For you adventurous types, I suggest any of the Tandoori dishes.  These meats are marinated in aromatic spices and cooked in a traditional clay oven, trapping all of the juices inside.  Whichever Indian delicacy you choose, please (I beg you) get a side of naan bread.  This soft, yet crunchy flatbread is the perfect vessel for mopping up the delectable sauces.

I know there are some of you not up to the idea of trying Indian food. Lucky for you, Tambers has an extensive American menu.  The menu features all different types of subs, sandwiches, burgers, salads, and countless other American favorites.  I highly recommend the chicken or lamb gyro; a perfectly warm pita with thick strips of juicy meat, topped with a creamy tzatziki sauce and a combination of tomato and red onion.  The meatball sub and cheesesteak were both enormous and looked unbelievable.

Whatever you are in the mood for is sure to be delicious.  Be adventurous and try something different, you will be pleasantly surprised!

 

Until next time.  I wish you GoodEats!

Chicken Gyro with tzatziki sauce, red onion and tomato

Chicken Tikka Masala

 

 

 

 

Edited by Jared Kurlander.