Continuing with my recent plan to try new (to me) restaurants, the other day I walked the 100 yards from my office to Hotch-A-Do for a quick lunch. I didn't go in with any expectations, but I walked out full, satisfied and really pleased the restaurant replaced the laundromat I used to frequent when I was 22.

Hotch-A-Do, 1813 E. Kenilworth Pl., opened last summer, and even though I work on the East Side, it seems to fly a little under the radar. In fact, during the noon hour, only a handful of diners graced the uniquely-decorated restaurant.

That's why I was a little surprised that our orders took almost 20 minutes to arrive, cutting into that concept of a "quick lunch." But when they did come, they made for two of the better sandwiches we've had in some time.

I ordered the Chipotle turkey club, which is billed as turkey, bacon (I passed on that), sharp cheddar, avocado, red onion, lettuce, tomato (also skipped) and a spicy homemade mayo. I ordered it grilled, and for $7, it was quite substantial and pleasantly zesty. It came with a pickle and pasta salad, which was also unique, with hunks of cheese and ranch dressing that didn't really blow me away.

My wife had the veggie sandwich, also $7, and reported that it, too, was really good.

Both of our sandwiches tasted noticeable fresh and were worth the wait. It's not exactly brand new anymore, but with a "found art" motif, friendly (if a little pokey) service, wireless Internet and tasty food, I plan on adding Hotch-A-Do to my regular rotation of work-time lunches.