Starlight star bright... enjoy your dinner here tonight - San Diego

The Starlight is one of those places that, if you've lived in San Diego, have definitely passed a hundred or more times, but have you gone in yet? Just up from the airport and down the street from El Indio - is the Starlight.  This has become a favorite of mine - quaint retro styling, and servers that seem to be people you just want to invite to sit down with you and chat. The produce and products come largely from local places (so I'm told) and if you choose to come - make sure you have a reservation or be prepared to wait. It has two great bars - a swanky one up front for people watching, and one out back for those evenings that being outside in San Diego makes living here and paying high property tax all worth it.

Ok, so I digress... the Macaroni and Cheese here is a staple. They don't sway too much from the standard noodles and cheese - but it is always made perfectly and comes served at the right temperature. As you read my blog you will see that I tend to like those that blend other ingredients, but this will suffice! The cheeses taste like a blend of feta, parmesan and cheddar - but it is only my guess. The topping is a blend of bread crumbs browned and allows for the heat to be kept inside until you want to eat. As  you can see we couldn't wait for the picture to be taken, so a couple bites have exposed the creamy sauce just waiting to be savored. We paired this with a bottle of Cab Franc and an arugula apple salad. All amazing.

Here is the full version of the poem:
Star Light Star bright,
The first star I see tonight,
I wish I may, I wish I might,
Have the wish I wish tonight.
(19th Century Poem)


I think I got my wish that night...


Starlight  www.starlitesandiego.com/


Disclaimer: no one knows I write this blog when I go in... no one gives me "free Mac and Cheese" and certainly does not pay for what I write.  However, if you want to, feel free to contact me!