9/5 Poodle Dog

We split breakfast and it was still deliciously huge. I was expecting a little more ambiance (in any form) from the Poodle Dog. Just a regular restaurant off of I-5 where lots of patrons talk about carburetors. We talked about furniture, writing,  Cambodia, traveling, death, life and being adventure warrior princesses.

What's your go to restaurant between here and there?