There you’ll find more high quality art for sale so set some time to check it out and support your local artist by purchasing a new painting for your home.

Greeted by a friendly host Jared (not pictured!), we were promptly seated without having to wait. We had a nice list of menu items to choose from: Appetizers consisted of basics such as taquitos, stuffed jalapenos, nachos, chips and salsa, Gazpacho soup and or salads. We chose the chips and salsa.

For the main meal, we chose the Tivoli Too’s Traditional Hamburger for $8.50 ea. They had a few other sandwiches to choose from like a garden burger, portabello sandwich, tuna melt or fish and chips. They also have a Mexican flair of soft tacos, enchiladas, quesadillas, chile rellenos and a few more from the main entree list.

Our appetizer chips came in as a nice bowl of colorful, blue corn, red, yellow and regular corn chips with a generous bowl of salsa. The salsa was a basic Pico de Gallo without a lot of jalapeño heat but did have some decent flavor to whet our appetite.

The Tivoli hamburger is served with perfectly salted waffle potato fries and a pleasant surprise of sweet grapes on the side. My hamburger was prepared exactly as I asked for, medium rare and hit the spot. The hamburger is enhanced with my desire and need for a hotter dish, hence add Tabasco hot sauce spritzed on every bite.

All in all, we were very happy with the food and the service. It was a little warm under the umbrellas but overall a good experience. The view of the waterfall was quite picturesque. Three others took pictures as well while we were dining.

Although it costs money to get in to the Art-A-Fair, you can avoid these entrance fees by making reservations with the restaurant in advance. Parking may be a hassle but hard to say as we coughed up $10 for paid parking.

Check out Tivolis Too!
Tivoli Too!
777 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA 92651

Phone: 949-494-6044

If you happen across this little deli hidden off Linda Vista Road and Stalmer Street in Linda Vista area of San Diego, you’ll find on the menu a large selection of delicious international sandwiches to choose from as well as typical sandwiches such as ham and turkey to veggie wraps and everything in between.

As with many restaurants, these delicious sandwiches have been Californianized from the Brazilian owner’s special touch and knowledge of the top tasting foods all around.

If you’re having a challenge choosing something to fit your hungry pallet, your best bet is to choose any of the International sandwiches . Pick one that resonates with your taste buds and appetite. You can’t go wrong.

I’ve been there more than a dozen times and I haven’t been disappointed yet and I never expect to be either.

The wraps are excellent, however I prefer the toasted sandwiches. Whether it’s the TJ, the Balboa Ave., or the Brazilian special to the Paris sandwich you’re guaranteed to find one you’ll love. Everything is delicious!

12/13 –
Because we eat out just about every weekend, eating a salad or two through the week seems to make a lot of sense. Whether you choose the basic Caesar salad, the tasty chicken Caesar or one of the other salads they offer, you will find these are a nice alternative to the sandwich norm. Try them out for a change of pace.

11/16 -
At recent outing for lunch I once again found myself at Vila Delicatessen ordering the Fillet Mignon sandwich for the second time. Just when you think a sandwich can’t get any better, Vila delivers time after time. There’s probably no better way than to have a delicious sandwich than to use thinly stripped slices of the best meat; Fillet Mignon on a toasted roll. Treat yourself to this sandwich just once and you’ll be hooked.

10/24 –
If you have a chance to try the new Napolitano sandwich, try it. It’s delicious seasoned chicken, tomatoes, lettuce, fresh mozzarella and basil on a toasted roll. This is a sandwich that just can’t be put down. Heavenly is a better description for this tasty sandwich. An absolute must for those of you who love an alternative to the norm. Excellent to the last bite!

This sandwich review may be setting your sites about Vila Deli a little too high but really, try them out. It’s certainly my favorite lunch spot but you make up your own mind. Apparently, their new catering menu is better than their lunches. I’d like to hear your feedback or better yet, invite me to your next catered event!

If you find it hard to get over there, call them up as they deliver to the all of Kearney Mesa, Linda Vista and most parts of Clairemont Mesa.

Vila Delicatessen
3520 Ashford St # A1
San Diego, CA 92111-4300
(858) 565-2367