THE BEST LITTLE STEAKHOUSE IN TALLAHASSEE
»food DINING GUIDE Gourmet Specialty ANDREW’S 228 American, Italian. A chic urban
restaurant serving signature blends of creative American and Italian cuisine in stylish surroundings. Private rooms are available for banquets and meetings. 228 S. Adams St. (850) 222-3444. $$$ D AVENUE EAT & DRINK American Fusion. A downtown
restaurant offering a melting pot of flavors fresh from the South, served in scrumptious dining presentations. Sunday brunch is a not-to-be-missed treat. 115 E. Park Ave. (850) 224-0115. $$$ B L D CYPRESS RESTAURANT H New Southern. To make a special
evening a cut above the rest, bring the celebration to Cypress. Known for its sophisticated take on Southern cuisine, this restaurant won readers’ votes in 2014 as Best Celebration/ Special Occasion and Best Fine Dining restaurant. 320 E. Tennessee St. (850) 513‑1100. $$$ D THE FRONT PORCH H Southern, Seafood. Located in the heart
of Midtown, The Front Porch mixes Southern comfort with fresh seafood to make for one of the finest casual dining experiences in Tallahassee. Stop by for dinner or special Saturday/Sunday brunch. The spacious “front porch” under the oaks earned the restaurant Best Outdoor Dining honors in 2014. 1215 Thomasville Road. (850) 521-5821.
Join us for lunch and dinner at our beautiful location on Apalachee Parkway. Our steaks are not only the best in Tallahassee, but USDA choice midwestern corn-fed beef, specially selected, aged to our specifications and cut daily. We also serve fresh jumbo shrimp and fish — grilled, blackened or fried. So please join us for lunch and dinner or just meet up for drinks at our fully stocked bar.
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MARIE LIVINGSTON’S STEAK HOUSE
2705 Apalachee Parkway | Tall ah assee, FL (850) 270-9506
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GEORGIO’S American. If George Koikos is in the
house, you can count on a visit to your table from him during your meal. His hands-on commitment to quality, food, service and a personal touch have kept his restaurants in business for more than 45 years. 2971 Apalachee Parkway. (850) 877-3211. $$$ D
MICCOSUKEE ROOT CELLAR Fusion. With its hand-hewn décor,
organic menu items and seemingly endless supply of artisan crafted beer and wine, it’s the place to go when a fresh twist on tradition is what the taste buds order. 1311 Miccosukee Road. (850) 597-7419. $$ D
SAGE RESTAURANT American. Sage’s menu masterfully
melds regional influences, including Southern and French, to produce some of the finest cuisine in town. The setting is gorgeous but cozy, and the outdoor patio sets a charming, romantic tone for a relaxed evening. 3534 Maclay Blvd. (850) 270-9396.
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The restaurants that appear in this guide are included as a service to readers and not as recommendations of the Tallahassee Magazine editorial department, except where noted. Best of Tallahassee 2014 Winner Breakfast/Brunch Lunch Dinner Outdoor Dining Live Music Bar/Lounge $ Inexpensive $$ Moderately Expensive $$$ Expensive ★ B L D
Specialty 101 RESTAURANT H American. Readers say 101 has the Best
Happy Hour and cocktails, whether you work 9 to 5 or just want to enjoy a night out with friends. Guests can choose from two happy hours, a selection of delectable martinis and cocktails, two-for-ones and a bevy of other drinks. 215 W. College Ave. (850) 391-1309. $$ B L D
ANDREW’S CAPITAL GRILL AND BAR American. A Downtown landmark for
40 years, Andrew’s is an energetic, casual, see and-be-seen spot. House favorites include a popular lunch buffet, hamburgers, sandwiches, salads and pasta dishes. Downtown delivery. 228 S. Adams St. (850) 222-3444/Fax, (850) 222-2433. $$ B L D
AZU — A LUCY HO’S RESTAURANT Asian. Serving Tallahassee since
1970, Lucy Ho’s offers Japanese-style cooking with Cantonese, Sichuan, Hunan, Peking and Taiwanese influences. Diners also will find a full bar and the freshest sushi. 3220 Apalachee Parkway. (850) 893-4112. $/$$ L D
BELLA BELLA H Italian. Take your taste buds to Italy
with a trip to Bella Bella, voted Best Italian by Tallahassee Magazine readers in 2014. This locally owned and operated restaurant has a cozy atmosphere with all the classics to satisfy your pasta cravings. 123 E. 5th Ave. (850) 412-1114. $$ L D BROOKLYN WATER BAGELS AND PIZZA American. Using the freshest ingredi-
ents and an exclusive water treatment process, renowned Brooklyn bagels, coffee and pizza made famous in their original location can now be found in Tallahassee. CollegeTown, 815 W. Madison St. (850) 765-1058. $ B L D
THE CAKE SHOP H Bakery. From your plain vanilla and
chocolate to specialties like Snicker’s Candy Bar and Chunky Monkey, The Cake Shop provides delicious cakes, cookies and cupcakes for special occasions or just to satisfy your sweet