Newk’s Shrimp Po’Boy
riachi music as you chow down on fajitas, enchiladas, quesadillas and other Mexican specialties served with their homemade sauces. 1140 Capital Circle S.E. 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Mon–Thurs., 11 a.m.–10:30 p.m. Fri.–Sat. 11 a.m.–9 a.m. Sun. (850) 877-2020 Red Elephant PIZZA AND GRILL $ American. Enjoy a fresh, fast and filling meal that will satisfy your taste buds and your wallet. The casual atmosphere is perfect for social gatherings with friends and family, say readers of Tallahassee Magazine, who voted Red Elephant “Best Casual Dining” and “Best Family Friendly” restaurant. 2910 Kerry Forest Pkwy Suite C-3., Sun.–Thu. 11 a.m.–9 p.m., Fri.–Sat. 11 a.m.–10 p.m. 1872 Thomasville Road Suite A., Sun.–Thu. 11 a.m. 9:30 p.m., Fri.–Sat. 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Kerry Forest (850) 668-7492. Midtown (850) 222-7492. Sonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q $ Barbecue. Enjoy Sonny’s “feel good” barbecue and special sauces. Voted “Best Barbecue” in 2011. 3101 Dick Wilson Blvd., 2707 N. Monroe St. and 1460 Timberlane Road. All locations 11 a.m.–9 p.m. Sun.–Thu., 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Fri.–Sat. Dick Wilson Blvd. (850) 878-1185, N. Monroe St. (850) 385-2167, Timberlane Road. (850) 906-9996. Catering available. Wing Stop $ Wings. Named “Best Wings” winner in 2011, Wing Stop offers freshly made wings sauced and tossed in a choice of nine flavors. Savor something sweet with the Hawaiian sauce or something zesty with the Hickory Smoked BBQ. 1964 W. Tennessee St., 3111 Mahan Drive, 6668 Thomasville Road. All locations 11 a.m.– midnight Tennessee St. (850) 574-9464, Mahan Dr. (850) 942-9464, Thomasville Road (850) 219-9464.
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VILLAGE PIZZA AND PASTA $$ Pizza/Pasta. Made-from-scratch New Yorkstyle pizza is a favorite at this casual Italian spot, but its mouthwatering pastas with secret marinara sauce are close behind. One of its most popular choices, the Village Special, includes enough fresh toppings such as pepperoni, sausage, broccoli and mozzarella, to satisfy any pizza lover. Not to mention homemade garlic rolls. 1400-33 Village Square Boulevard. 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Mon.–Sun. For catering call (850) 893-9001.
Steak/seafood BONEFISH GRILL $$$ Steak/Seafood. Although a chain, Bonefish works hard to make each restaurant—and each meal—unique with an array of seafood and sauces that can be mixed and matched to diners’ tastes. The restaurant earned 2011 “Best of Tallahassee” honors for its appetizers (Can you say Bang Bang Shrimp?) and the star of its menu, seafood. Mon.–Thurs. 4–10:30 p.m., Fri.–
food bites APPETIZER | Masa
Start your sushi dinner off right with one of the best appetizers in town! Masa’s Edamame with Spicy Black Bean Sauce is sure please all with its savory and spicy notes. This delicious start to your meal is best accompanied by Wild Strawberry Saketini. $7
BEVERAGE | Firehouse Subs
Well, this is a first. It’s not food and the coolest thing about Coca Cola Freestyle is actually the dispenser. It’s not much bigger than a refrigerator, but it offers more than 100 drink choices — all your favorite Coke products are here (plus Sprite, Dasani, Minute Maid, Barq’s, Powerade, and lots of low-cal options), and some mash-ups you might not have thought of. Orange Diet Coke, anyone?
Sat. 4–11:30 p.m., Sun. 4–10 p.m. 3491 Thomasville Rd. (850) 297-0460. Harry’s Seafood Bar & Grill $$ Cajun. A New Orleans dining experience you won’t soon forget! Delicious Creole cuisine, fresh seafood and steaks, rich pastas, sensational salads and more. “Great Food, Great Service; Good Value, Good Times.” 301 S. Bronough St. 11 a.m.–10 p.m. Thu.–Sun., 11 a.m.–11 p.m. Fri.–Sat. (850) 222-3976. Marie Livingston’s Steakhouse $$$ Steak. This restaurant specializes in steak — named Tallahassee’s “Best Steakhouse” once again in 2011 — but also serves seafood such as
In the midst of all the holiday hustling and bustling, sit yourself down, relax and have a little something to eat. Here are our suggestions:
LUNCH | Newk’s Express Cafe
A welcome addition to the local dining scene, Newk’s (next to Stein Mart) offers a great pick-two lunch combo. You decide between a half sandwich, salad or cup of soup. We tried a Shrimp Po’Boy and the Red Beans and Rice. The sandwich featured a generous helping of broiled shrimp with olive oil, lettuce, tomato, sliced red onion, pickles and a tasty cocktail sauce on the side $7.95
APPETIZER | 101 Restaurant
The Italian Eggplant Stack is a colorful tower of breaded eggplant slices, roasted red pepper, tomato, sweet basil and fresh mozzarella. The plate is finished with a balsamic vinegar reduction. And it tastes just as good as it looks. $8.99
shrimp and fish. Marie Livingston’s has moved to a new location with a sophisticated decor, but the quality and value remain the same. 2705 Apalachee Parkway. Lunch 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Mon.– Fri. Dinner 5 p.m. daily (850) 562-2525. Shula’s 347 $$$ Steak. The legendary Miami Dolphins’ head coach brings his philosophy for winning football games — the quest for perfection — to the dining table at his namesake restaurant, located in Hotel Duval. Keep it light and casual with Premium Black Angus Beef burgers or a gourmet salad or opt for one of their signature entrées — “Shula Cut” filet, New York strip or Cowboy steaks. Reservations are suggested. Sun.–Thurs. 5–10 p.m.; Fri.–Sat. 5–11 p.m. 415 N. Monroe St. (850) 224-6005 n tallahassee
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