dining guide AMERICAN ANDREW’S DOWNTOWN
After 40 years, Andrew’s is still an energetic, casual, see-and-be-seen spot. House favorites include a popular lunch buffet, hamburgers, sandwiches, salads and pasta dishes. Downtown delivery. Mon-Thurs 11:30 am-10 pm, Fri-Sat 11:30 am-11 pm, Sun 10:30 am-9 pm. 228 S. Adams St. (850) 222-3444/Fax, (850) 222-2433. $$ B L D
BACKWOODS CROSSING ★
burgers and tacos. Mon-Thurs 11 am-12 am, FriSat 11 am-2 am, Sun 11 am-12 am. 1370 Market St. (850) 692-3116. $/$$ L D
JUICY BLUE
Located in the Four Points by Sheraton Downtown, this cool lobby restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Unique dishes include tapas with a twist, such as the Georgia peaches with caramel. Mon-Fri 7 am-11 pm, Sat-Sun 7 am-midnight. 316 W. Tennessee St. (850) 422-0071. $ B L D
KOOL BEANZ ★
Sit down for fresh gourmet food at Tallahassee’s farm-to-table, destination concept restaurant featuring locally caught and produced soft-shell crabs, sausage, duck and blueberries. Mon–Thur 11 am–9 pm, Fri–Sat 11 am–10 pm. 6725 Mahan Drive. (850) 765-3753. $$ L D
Eclectic and edgy, both in menu and atmosphere, Kool Beanz delights in art present both on the walls and your plates. This offbeat alternative won Best Casual Dining in Tallahassee. Dinner Mon-Sat 5:30-10 pm, lunch Mon-Fri 11 am-2:30 pm, brunch Sun 10:30 am-2 pm. 921 Thomasville Rd. (850) 224-2466. $$ L D
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LIAM’S RESTAURANT
Featuring burgers, sandwiches, pastas, fried ribs, tacos and wings, this new neighborhood bar and grill has something for everyone. Mon–Thu 11 am–10 pm, Fri–Sat 11 am–Midnight, Sun 11 am–10 pm. 2738 Capital Circle NE $L D
DOG ET AL ★
Foot-long and veggie entrees alike grace this award-winning menu. If the entire family is down for the dog, be sure to ask about their incredibly valued family packs. Mon-Fri 10 am-7 pm, Sat 10 am-6 pm, Sun Closed. 1456 S. Monroe St. (850) 222-4099. $ L D
THE EDISON
A Tallahassee relaxed fine dining establishment. Equipped with a beer garden, wine cellar, casual café, open-air alternatives and a gorgeous view, this historic building and restaurant has quickly become a Tallahassee favorite. Mon-Thurs 11 am-11 pm, Fri 11 ammidnight, Sat 10 am-midnight, Sun 10 am-11 pm. 470 Suwannee St. (850) 684-2117. $$/$$$
FOOD GLORIOUS FOOD ★
The name says it all! This restaurant boasts a palate-pleasing combination of personalized service, eclectic ambiance and award-winning cuisine and is the Best Desserts winner for 2017–19. Tues-Thurs 11 am-2:30 pm, 5:309 pm; Fri-Sat 11 am-2:30 pm, 5:30-9:30 pm; Sun 10 am-2:30 pm, 5:30-9 pm. 1950 Thomasville Rd. (850) 224-9974. $$ L D
HOPKINS’ EATERY ★
Hopkins’, a Best of 2019 winner, provides more than just your average sandwich. Favorites such as the Ultimate Turkey and the Linda Special, and a variety of salad meals keep customers coming back for more. Multiple locations. Hours vary. hopkinseatery.com. $ L
ISLAND WING COMPANY ★
Get baked! Tally’s Best Wings 2019 won’t serve you up greasy, fried wings; instead, they bake them and prepare them fresh. They don’t stop at wings, either: Try the mac ’n cheese,
THE KEY
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Part restaurant, part cheese shoppe, part lounge — Liam’s features locally grown and harvested foods, expertly made cocktails, craft beer, artisan wines & cheeses and friendly service. Lunch: Tues-Sat, 11 am-2 pm; Dinner: Tues-Sat, 5 pm-close; Lounge: Tues-Fri 5 pm-late, Sat: noon-midnight. 113 E. Jackson St., Thomasville, Georgia. (229) 226-9944. $$/$$$ L D
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LOFTY PURSUITS ★
This old-fashioned soda fountain serves ice cream, milkshakes and candy — plus brunch dishes and a selection of vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options. Brunch: 7 am–2 pm, ice cream: Mon–Fri Noon-10 pm, Sat 10 am–10 pm, Sun 10 am–9 pm. 1355 Market St., A11. (850) 521-0091. $ B
MADISON SOCIAL ★
Whether it’s for a social cocktail, a quick lunch or a place for alumni to gather before home football games, Madison Social offers something for everyone. Madison Social earned Best Happy Hour honors in 2018. Mon-Fri 11:30 am-2 am, Sat-Sun 10 am-2 am. CollegeTown, 705 S. Woodward Ave. (850) 894‑6276. $$ B L D
SAGE RESTAURANT ★
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 am-3 pm, 6-10 pm; Sun 11 am-2:30 pm. 3534 Maclay Blvd. (850) 270-9396. $$$ B L D
SAVOUR
Downtown fine dining with a vision for seasonally inspired, regionally sourced and creatively prepared cuisine, such as bourbonbrined pork chops, Gulf Coast bouillabaisse or miso marinated grouper. Tue–Sat 5 pm–close. 115 E. Park Ave. (850) 765-6966. $$$ D
TABLE 23 ★
This “Southern porch, table and bar” is cozied
The restaurants that appear in this guide are included as a service to readers and not as recommendations of the Tallahassee Magazine editorial department, except where noted. $$ Moderately B Breakfast/ Outdoor Dining L D
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Specializing in locally sourced seafood and USDA prime steaks Full bar and lounge | Locally owned and operated Private dining | Banquet rooms available Celebrating over 50 years serving Tallahassee 2971 Apalachee Parkway | (850) 877-3211 georgiostallahassee@gmail.com | georgiostallahassee.com TALL AHASSEEMAGA ZINE.COM
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