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Show The Salt Lake Tribune CALENDAR Friday, April 28, 2000 If The Globe Wants to Keep Spinning, It Needs a Dashof Creativity DINING OUT pasta dishes. Nothing on the menu is . More troubling is the fact that some of the old stand- Pay Spal Wy by Donna L. Barstow Under traditional deli favorites, The Globe offers a BLT ($3.95), a meatball sandwich ($425), ham and Swiss ($4.50) and a Philly cheese steak ($5.25). Specialty sandwiches include a chickensalad croissant ($4.50), a turkey club with sun-dried tomato mayonnaise ($4.95) and two wraps — a vegetarian version and one stuffed with chicken, avocado and cheese ($4.50 to $5.25). Salads include a Chef ($5.25), Caesar ($4.50) and a pasta version with feta cheese, olives, red peppers Chevy’s, 358 W. 700 East; 5174500. Hours: Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and ‘soon as the next new place opens. It is an interesting space, quint- Stove at The Globe is turning the pasta to mush. Overdone noodles appeared in the spinach lasagna ($5.75), which could use more sea- soning as well; the Greek pasta salad; and the four-cheese penne ($5.75), which was creamy but * not only adds visual funk butpro}-vides diners place to attach their ¥ order-number magnets. ite oo 5 g & CAA SAEARER ARAMA LES RA SHAM R AAR ADO d SAM WEEKS EA TRR EAP NO ROAR OO WERE HE C4 ACRE ODER A Aw As CKO eR AMASRAR ARR RA RO ROR eee eed oe eee e we Reem 7 2 5 2-walls, hung with framed works of $-digital art, probably make the jigger, but together with the floor they add up toa lot of white space. A little wild color somewhere would add somevisual interest and fit nicely with the contemporary décor. Thefronthalf of the restaurant is occupied by tables, while the rear holds more seating, the kitchen and a counter,illuminated by stylish pendantlights. Owners Chad Larsen and Peter Berntsen plan to expand onto the sidewalk with enough tables to seat 25 more people. Eventually, they hope to install streetfront windows that can be opened during the warmer months. The Globe is oneofthose hybrid ‘Testaurants where customers order atthe counter, get a number -and wait for their food to be deliv“red to the table. Beverages, which include specialty coffees, juices “and soft drinks, are either ordered at the counter or fetched by customers at a self-serve fountain. fee pi range from $1.45 for basic black to $3 for a double latte with flavoring. A brief breakfast menu (served until 10:30 a.m.) includes bagels (75 cents to $1.85, with cream cheese); bagel andcroissant with eggs and cheese or salmon($2.50 to $3.75); or fresh fruit with yogurt ($1.99). The lunch menu is more sub- didn’t taste like any of the four cheeses it supposedly contained. The sandwiches were better, especially the chicken-salad croissant, although the breadis actually just a crescent-shaped roll.’ This time the seasoning came through loud and clear, infusing the whitemeatsalad with a delicious blend of rosemary and thyme. A thin slice ofswiss cheese added another flavor layer, while the lettuce and Prices: “escargot,” mushrooms baked in wine and garlic sauce and served with toasted croutons. Great pasta and rice dishes, served with vegetables and a changing variety of sauces, Desserts are delicious and creative, as is the wine and beer list. and color variety. Flan lovers should sample the rustic, less sweetversion here. Neil’s Charcoal Broiler,112 E. and provolone. Soups’ are homemade but of varying quality. The potato-chive was creamy but tasted too much as if it was thickened with cornstarch. The cream of cauliflower was hot and had a true creamy texture, but required a good shake ofsalt and pepper. The only dessert offered at The Globe is cookies. Again, they are nothing that would knock your socks off. The Globe has a greatlocation and a good look. But it could use a dose of culinary creativity, a signature dish or two to give it a Another Tex: Mex chain that can’t distinguish itself from the pack, Chevy's offers tacos, enchiladas,fajitas, burritos, chimichangas and speciality margaritas. The chimichangas are good, but thefish tacos are overly jor salty. For dessert, trythe delicious flan. Anne Wilson is The Tribune's restaurant reviewer. The newspa per covers the cost of meals at res- taurants reviewed and there is no connection between reviews and restaurant advertising. Wilson welcomes food and wine news, com- ments and suggestions wilwrite99@aol.com. El Chubasco, 1890 Bonanza Drive, Park City; 435-645-9114. Hours: Daily, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m; Prices: Inexpensive. Not a destina- tion restaurant, but El Chubasco is a great choice for apres-any outdoors activity. And it won’t break the budget. Fresh tacos, good enchiladas, great taquitos and an original salsa bar thatoffers flavor STews 7:30 PM KINGSBURYHALL tomato gaveit a cool crunch. The meatball sandwich is big and beefy, although the meat is mildly seasoned, and finished with marinara sauce plus melted parmesan 1 Hours: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to6 p.m.; Saturday, 1] a.m. to5 @ Credit Cards: All Maa beer to go with the fish. thinly sliced ham ($5.25). Now,pasta isn't thatdifficult to cook. But whoever is minding the 0160 p.m. @ Prices: Inexpensive @ Liquor: No @ Reservations: No @ Child's Menu: No @ Takeout: Yes @ Wheelchair Accessible: Yes @ Parking: Street bys are just ho-hum. black The GlobeCafe @ 254 S. Main St. 321- 12300 South; 571-5527. Hours: Monthrough Thursday, 10:30 a.m. FREE Windshield!’ *Glass Act will waive up to $125.00 of your Insurance Deductible. Plus With Every Windshield You Get.. FREE | State Safety Inspection! &> Rock Chip Repair’) RUESRTRULh) CUTSRGISRTagai THE UNIVERSITY UNION OR ANY ARTTIX OUTLET Mobile Service! Cal det Pree eta — 00-PRESENTED BY BACT t cae) Salt Lake Provo/Orem Ogden Area 533-8844 373-8726 392-1072 ® strong identity — and a cook who knowsthe meaningof“al dente.” Q Second Helpings Sage’s Cafe, 473 E. 300 South; 322-3790. Hours: Monday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Fri- stantial, with more than a dozen day, 11 a.m.to 11 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.to 11 p.m.Prices: Inexpensive. hot and cold sandwiches, a halfdozen salads, a changing lineup of homemade soups anda couple of ian cuisine, prepared without any animal products. Try the shiitake Hearty andinspired true vegetar- Memorial Sunday for Co-Founder of Theatre 138 A memorial gathering for the late Tom Carlin will be Sunday at 3 p.m. at The Trapp,a private club at 102 S. 600 West, Salt Lake City. 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