THINGS to do
TIN LIZZY’S The definitive neighborhood taqueria. Grab a refreshing margarita or some of our delicious FlexMex cuisine, featuring tacos, skillets, quesadillas and more. Thur: 11 a.m.-midnight; Fri-Sat: 11 a.m.-2 a.m.; College Town, 619 S. Woodward Ave., (850) 558-5592. $/$$ L D
SEAFOOD/ STEAK THE BLU HALO ★ Blue Halo is a high-end culinary experience featuring dry-aged steaks and fresh seafood along with fine wines and a martini bar. The gourmet farm-to-table menu selections include a wide variety of small-plate appetizers and high-end chops. A private dining room for up to 20 guests is available. Mon-Thurs 5-9 pm; Fri 5 pm-close; Sat 10 am-2 pm, 5 pm-close; Sun 10 am-2 pm, 5-8 pm. 3141 Bannerman Rd., Suite 102. (850) 999-1696 $$$ L D BONEFISH GRILL ★ Bonefish is devoted to serving great seafood including shrimp, oysters, snapper and swordfish in a vibrant setting, along with top-shelf cocktails and housemade infusions crafted by expert mixologists. Mon-Thurs 4 pm-10:30 pm, Fri 4 pm-11:30 pm, Sat 11 am-11:30 pm, Sun 10 am-9 pm. 3491 Thomasville Road Ste. 7, (850) 297-0460. $$ L D CHOP HOUSE ON THE BRICKS This family-owned, upscale restaurant serves local organic and sustainable meats, seafood, poultry and produce. Craft beers, fine wines and specialty drinks complement dishes such as the Bone-In Ribeye, Plantation Quail and Chop House Burger. Their Knob Creek Bourbon Bread Pudding is a dessert favorite. Tues-Sat 5-9:30 pm, Sun-Mon Closed. 123 N. Broad St., Thomasville, Ga. (229) 236-2467. $$ D GEORGIO’S If George Koikos is in the house, you can count on a visit from him to your table during your meal. His hands-on commitment to quality, food, service and a personal touch have kept his restaurants in business for more than 50 years. Mon-Sat 4-10 pm, Sun Closed. 2971 Apalachee Pkwy. (850) 877-3211. $$$ D
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HARRY’S SEAFOOD BAR & GRILL Harry’s Seafood Bar & Grille, established in 1987, serves Southern, cajun and creole flavors in classic and modern dishes. Full bar is available at each location and offers beer, wine, liquor and unique cocktails. Sun-Thurs 11 am-10 pm, Fri-Sat 11 am-11 pm, and holiday hours. 301 S. Bronough St., in Kleman Plaza. (850) 222-3976. $$ L D
MARIE LIVINGSTON’S STEAKHOUSE ★ Dining at Marie Livingston’s is upscale yet comfortable and always a special treat. Not just a restaurant that serves up savory cuts of prime rib or marbled steaks, this 2017 Best Steakhouse winner is a Tallahassee tradition, and newcomers owe it to themselves to make it a priority to visit. Mon-Fri 11 am-2 pm, 5-9 pm; Sat 5-9 pm; Sun Closed. 2705 Apalachee Pkwy. (850) 562-2525. $$ L D SHULA’S 347 The legendary Miami Dolphins’ head coach brings the quest for perfection to the dining table at his namesake restaurant, located in Hotel Duval. Keep it light and casual with a premium Black Angus beef burger or a gourmet salad, or opt for one of their signature entrées — a “Shula Cut” steak. Reservations are suggested. SunThurs 5-10 pm, Fri-Sat 5-11 pm. 415 N. Monroe St. (850) 224-6005. $$$ L D SOUTHERN SEAFOOD ★ Whether you’re looking for fish, shrimp, oysters, scallops, crab or lobster, these guys have you covered. The 2017 Best Seafood Market winner brings the ocean’s freshest choices to Tallahassee’s front door. Mon-Fri 10 am-7 pm, Sat 10 am-6 pm, Sun 12-6 pm. 1415 Timberlane Rd. (850) 668‑2203. WHARF CASUAL SEAFOOD ★ The Wharf, a Tallahassee classic, serves Southern-style seafood in a casual setting in two Tallahassee locations. Shrimp, crab claws and fish tacos are big favorites, along with fried green tomatoes and collard greens. Plus lovely salads packed with veggies and fruit. Mon-Sun 11 am-8:30 pm. 4036 Lagniappe Way #3. (850) 668-1966. $$ L D
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BREWERIES PROOF BREWING CO. In the heart of Railroad Square Art Park, PROOF has a tasting room and a spacious beer garden stocked with lawn games and a stage for live music. Flagships are EightFive-O, Mango Wit and La La Land IPA. 644 McDonnell St., 1320 S. Monroe St., proofbrewingco.com GRASSLANDS BREWING On Gaines Street, find the GrassLands taproom and brewery. Its slogan “Craft, Community, Conservation” reflects its interest in protecting the environment and animal habitats. Flagships include Hopline Bling and Advanced Darkness Robust Porter. 603 W. Gaines St., NO. 7, Grasslandsbrewery.com LAKE TRIBE BREWING Father and sons named the company after their YMCA Indian Guides tribe name. Flagships include Red Cloud IPA, Beckster’s Wh’ell Behaved Wheat and Old Chief. 3357 Garber Drive, Unit 4, Laketribebrewing.com DEEP BREWING A former diver leads the brewing at DEEP, including a concoction using locally roasted Lucky Goat Coffee. Flagships include Spear Pressure, Reef Dweller and British Golden Ale. 2524 Cathay Court. No. 2, Deepbrewing.com
FINNEGAN’S WAKE IRISH PUB 122 Thomasville Road. No. 2 Facebook/FinnegansTallahassee FIRE BETTY’S ARCADE BAR 1122 Thomasville Road, No. 9 Facebook/FireBettys HAPPY MOTORING 11215 S. Adams St. happymotoringtlh.com LIBERTY BAR & RESTAURANT 1307 N. Monroe St. LibertyTLH.com MADISON SOCIAL 705 S. Woodward Ave. MadisonSocial.com 7TH HILL TAPROOM 2475 Apalachee Parkway Facebook/7thHillTaproom TOWNSHIP 619 S. Woodward Ave. TownshipTLH.com GROWLER COUNTRY, GROWLER FILLING STATION 3305 Capital Circle NE GrowlerCountry.com TALLAHASSEE BREW BUS BREWERY TOURS 3305 Capital Circle NE TallahasseeBrewBus.com
OLOGY BREWING Ology, downtown, loves the science of brewing, reflected in beer names such as Sensory Overload and Quantum Stimuli. It also serves kombucha and ginger sodas. 118 E. 6th Ave., ologybrewing.com
WATERING HOLES Popular craft-beer spots that feature local brews include: BLUE TAVERN 1206 N. Monroe St. Facebook/BlueTavernTallahassee THE BRASS TAP Midtown: 1321 Thomasville Road Gaines St.: 699 W. Gaines St., No. 110, BrassTapBeerBar.com FERMENTATION LOUNGE AND FOOLS FIRE BREWING CO. 415 All Saints St., No. 113, FermentationLounge.com
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