Han Solo's Filling Station

I just had dinner at Ford's Filling Station in Culver City. Harrison Ford’s son owns the restaurant. Not the son with Ally McBeal, but one of the older ones from a previous marriage. I think his mom is Carrie Fisher or Karen Allen, but don't quote me on that.

At this point I am not sure how I feel about the Filling Station. The atmosphere was great and I liked the food. I am even willing to let the fact that our reservation was lost slide. They have only been open a week, so there are some kinks that need working out. The main problem I had with the place was the fact I told myself I was only going to get an $11 burger and ended up ordering the $25 Lamb. Don't get me wrong; the lamb was great, I just didn't think I would end up spending $50 on dinner on a Monday night. Granted, no one held a gun to my head to also order a salad and butterscotch pudding. Aside from the cost, I think the place is worth a try.

On another note, am I the only person who has noticed that butterscotch pudding is having a renaissance? As far as I know up until a few months ago if you wanted good butterscotch pudding you had better live near a store that sells MY*T*Fine brand pudding. The stuff is awesome. Unfortunately, it is not sold in California. I usually get a few boxes when I am back east. Anyway, now it seems butterscotch pudding is becoming a trendy dessert. Not only does Ford's Filling Station serve it, but Clementine as well. I predict big things coming from this pudding. Mark my words.