THE BEST LITTLE STEAKHOUSE IN TALLAHASSEE
KOOL BEANZ ★
Eclectic and edgy, both in menu and atmosphere, Kool Beanz delights in art present both on the walls and your plates. This offbeat alternative won Best Casual Dining in Tallahassee. Dinner Mon-Sat 5:30-10 pm, Lunch Mon-Fri 11 am-2:30 pm, Brunch Sun 10:30 am2 pm. 921 Thomasville Rd. (850) 224-2466.
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MADISON SOCIAL ★
PAISLEY CAFÉ
SIAM SUSHI
Sage’s menu masterfully melds regional influences, including Southern and French. The setting is gorgeous but cozy, and the outdoor patio sets a charming, romantic tone for a relaxed evening. Mon Closed; Tues-Sat 11 am3 pm, 6-10 pm; Sun 11 am-2:30 pm. 3534 Maclay Blvd. (850) 270-9396.
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VERTIGO BURGERS AND FRIES ★
Vertigo is home to some of the juiciest, funkiest burgers in town. The modern building provides a no-frills setting to enjoy such favorites as the Vertigo Burger — a beef patty served with a fried egg, applewood bacon, grilled jalapeños, sharp cheddar and Vertigo sauce. Mon-Sat 11 am-9 pm, Sun
11 am-6 pm. 1395 E. Lafayette St. (850) 878‑2020. $$ L D
THE WINE HOUSE
Dedicated to providing the best selection of wines and craft beers, the knowledgeable Wine House staff serves by the glass, allowing you to sample before you purchase in the retail outlet. The loft bar is tastefully decorated and available for events. Mon-Sat 10 am-7 pm. 1355 Market St. #A1. (850) 893-2254. $$
THE WINE LOFT WINE BAR ★
Chosen as a Best of winner in 2016, Midtown’s Wine Loft offers a superb wine list, creative cocktails, quality beer and tasty tapas. Mon-Thurs 5 pm-2 am,
Fri-Sat 4 pm-2 am, Sun Closed. 1240 Thomasville Rd., #100. (850) 222-9914. $$ D
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MARIE LIVINGSTON’S STEAK HOUSE
2705 Apalachee Parkway | Tallahassee, FL (850) 270-9506
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OSAKA JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE AND SUSHI BAR ★
Rated Best Hibachi for 2016, Osaka provides dinner and a show, with the chefs seasoning and preparing your meal right in front of you. It’s a meal that’s sure to leave you satisfied as well as entertained. Sun-Thurs 11 am-10:15 pm, Fri-Sat 11 am-10:45 pm. 1690 Raymond Diehl Rd. (850) 531-0222.
SAGE RESTAURANT
Our steaks are not only the best in Tallahassee, but USDA choice Midwestern corn-fed beef, specially selected, aged to our specifications and cut daily. We also serve fresh jumbo shrimp and fish — grilled, blackened or fried. So please join us for lunch and dinner or just meet up for drinks at our fully stocked bar.
In 2016, Masa earned the title of Best Asian in town — and with good reason. Their menu offers a creative blend of Eastern and Western cuisines. Mon-Fri 11 am-3 pm, 4:30-9:30 pm; Sat-Sun 12-3 pm, 4:30-9:30 pm. 1001 N. Monroe St. (850) 847-0003. $/$$ L D
Whether it’s for a social cocktail, a quick lunch or a place for alumni to gather before home football games, Madison Social offers something for everyone. Madison Social earned Best Happy Hour honors in 2016. Mon-Fri 11:30 am-2 am, Sat-Sun 10 am-2 am. College Town, 705 S. Woodward Ave. (850) 894‑6276. $$ L D Guilt-free lunch has never been easier now that Paisley serves up food fresh from the bakery and a garden full of wholesome treats. Mon-Fri 11 am-3 pm, Sat-Sun 10 am-3 pm. 1123 Thomasville Rd. (850) 385‑7268. $$ L
Join us for lunch and dinner at our beautiful location on Apalachee Parkway.
MASA ★
In the heart of downtown, you can enjoy artfully crafted sushi rolls, authentic stirfry, specialty salads, shareable appetizers and a well-stocked wine, craft beer and saki bar, all with a view of bustling and beautiful Tallahassee. Eat, drink, hangout and just roll with it. Mon-Fri 11 am10 pm, Sat 12-10 pm. 109 E. College Ave. (850) 681-6868. $$ L D
KIKU JAPANESE FUSION ★
From tempura to teriyaki and from sushi to sashimi, Kiku Japanese Fusion fuses vibrant flavors with fresh ingredients. There’s a reason Kiku was voted Best Sushi in 2016. Mon-Sat 11 am-1 pm, Sun 12-11 pm. 800 Ocala Rd. (850) 575-5458. $$ L D
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Thai one on at this fine eatery and you will be left wanton more. An expansive menu includes starters, soups, salads, fried rice, noodles and a host of signature dishes — some ducky, some not — ranging from “Rock the Wok” to Chirashi Sumocombo, a substantial, edible work of art. Mon-Fri 11 am10 pm, Sat-Sun 12-10 pm. 1700 N. Monroe St. (850) 391-9021. $$$ L D
BBQ SONNY’S REAL PIT BAR-B-Q ★
Nothing satisfies a rumblin’ stomach quite like a plateful of hot, savory barbeque; and if you’re looking for the tastiest grilled dishes, 2016 Best Barbecue winner Sonny’s has them in spades. Hours vary. Multiple locations.
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BREAKFAST/ BRUNCH/BAKERY TASTY PASTRY BAKERY ★
The owners of Tasty Pastry have an extensive background in baking and take pride in being Tallahassee's oldest bakery. Working with the finest quality ingredients and using their own family recipes, they excel in making the best cakes, cookies, breads, pies, pastries and casseroles in Tallahassee. Mon-Sat 6:45 am-6 pm. Sun Closed. 1355 Market St. #A5. (850) 893-3752. $
THE EGG CAFÉ AND EATERY ★
When you’re looking for breakfast favorites, even if it’s lunchtime, The Egg is the place to be. Their made-to-order items use the finest ingredients, and they were voted Tallahassee’s best 15 times, including the 2016 award for Best Breakfast. Light breakfast fare is available at The Egg Express, a second downtown location in the R.A. Gray building. Tue-Sun 7 am2 pm. In Evening Rose at 3740 Austin Davis Ave. (850) 907-3447. $$ B L
CAJUN COOSH’S BAYOU ROUGE ★
This Best Cajun Restaurant winner for 2016 brings the best of the Bayou State right to your table. The menu is jam-packed with Louisiana-style dishes, including favorites like jambalaya, crawfish etouffee, po’boys and seafood gumbo. Not in a Cajun mood? Coosh’s also offers classic hamburgers, salads and chicken wings. Mon-Tues 11 am-10 pm, Wed-Fri 7 am-10 pm, Sat 8 am-10 pm, Sun 8 am-9 pm. 6267 Old Water Oak Rd. (850) 894‑4110.
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