CateyBeth

Holy Moses, this stuff is pretty GOOD!

And uber-cheap to boot. Who knew you could actually buy better-than-edible sushi by the pound?

Their sushi takeout price is $5.45/lb. I requested takeout, and they handed me a standard styrofoam container to load up. When I returned with my loaded container (see below), it was just over $10 worth - plenty for two of us to share. I was loading up on the salmon as the staff was placing it in the tray. Absolutely no complaints when I returned home. I've had much worse, from much more "reputable" sushi restaurants.

I glanced around the restaurant, which was packed with people all looking very happy. The food all looked tasty and the staff seemed attentive.

I will definitely go back, for both dine-in and takeout.

Could you be thinking of Lucky Burger?

It's also a well-known burger stand, in the general vicinity of what you described. And yes, they're still there.

Some of my faves, not yet mentioned:

The Raven Grill

My absolute favorite restaurant for a date or nice dinner with friends.

Niko Niko's

Yeah, I know, not exactly "undiscovered," but definitely underappreciated!

Kahn's Deli

Try their Alpine Reuben.

Nielsen's Delicatessen

Their potato salad is unlike any you've ever tasted. One Dixie cup and you'll be stuffed - and hooked.

Fiesta en Guadalajara

My favorite cure for a Mexican craving is their Hugo's Special and a strawberry swirl margarita.