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In Search Of: International Dishes BELL HUT
8319 Bell Creek Road; 804-781-4388; BellHut.com This popular Asian restaurant, tucked in a busy shopping center in the heart of Mechanicsville, features a wide array of authentic Japanese, Chinese and Thai dishes. The Drunken Sailor Roll is a delicious combination of shrimp tempura and avocado. It is topped with crunchy lobster salad with a honey wasabi eel sauce.
RICO’S MEXICAN GRILL
11321 Nuckols Rd.; 804-965-6999 RicosMexicanGrill.com Celebrating 8 years, this family owtned and operated restaurant proudly serves authentic Mexican cuisine prepared fresh daily. Serving such sizzling dishes as their Pan Filo Burrito - a flour tortilla stuffed with carne asada, fried beans, pico de gallo and guacamole. Topped with cheese sauce.
CASA ITALIANA
8801 Three Chopt Road; 804-303-2769 CasaItalianaRestaurant.com This family-owned and operated restaurant serves authentic Italian fare straight from the heart of Italy. , Casa Italiana offers modern twists on classic family recipes that have been passed down over time. The Parmesan Reggiani features shaved, aged parmesan flambĂŠed with brandy and mixed with spaghetti in a homemade Pomodoro sauce.
CHEZ MAX
10622 Patterson Avenue; 804-754-3464 ChezMaxVa.com Classic French cuisine set in a casual and comfortable yet elegant setting. The large stone fireplace is perfect for winter datenight dinners. Pan Seared Halibut served with basil Mashed potatoes and saffron beurre blanc.
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