Sure, there' are thousands of great places to eat scattered throughout cities and towns all across Texas, and a Main Street Cafe on just about every corner of every berg from Wink to Brownsville. But there are those really special places that qualify as the Best of the Best - the unique and extraordinary - the unusual, and just plain great places to eat. They shouldn't be missed when traveling down the long roads of Texas.
Take a tour of our personal picks and schedule lunch or dinner next time you're in the neighborhood. And don't forget to check back often, because our hungry staff of restaurant explorers are always on the look for that special place you can't afford to miss. Bon Appetite!
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2006 Fall Best Selections
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Hill Top Cafe - Fredericksburg
It may not seem like much to look at - at first glimpse. But after stepping inside and wrapping your body around an expertly prepared meal, the place takes on a whole new look and feel! Specializing in Greek and cajun dishes, the restaurant is the pride of famous blues musician Johnny Nicholas and wife Brenda. Highly recommended!
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Tortuga Coastal Cantina - Galveston
Relax with family and friends while enjoying the fun and flavors of Mexico on Galveston Island. The Tortuga staff always greets you with a warm smile and a bountiful basket of warm corn tortilla chips, freshly prepared. Nothing goes better with their chips than their famous salsa! Well worth the visit!
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Uchi - of Austin
You say Uchi, I say sushi. Well alright - here you can have your cake and eat it too. Actually, no cake here, but plenty of expertly prepared Japenese dishes you won't find anywhere else - except Japan. And yes, sushi is high on the menu - and it's fabulous! Music, food and spirits - Japanese style at Uchi!
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City Market - Luling
You can never say enough about good Texas barbeque. But the famous City Market just outside of Luling doesn't serve "good" BBQ - they serve some of the best! They cook their meat over Post Oak wood in specially designed pits, giving a flavor that can't be beat. With a large cult following, you need to arrive early!
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The Blue Bonnet Cafe - Marble Falls
For 67 years this diner has been pleasing the famous as well as all the locals and visitors too! This is what home cooking is all about, but this home cooking is out-of-this-world! Always busy (open breakfast, lunch and dinner), you need to come early. And don't forget the home made pies - they are to die for! Visit the Blue Bonnet and discover bliss on a plate.
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Summer 2006 Best Selections
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Old Town BBQ - Bastrop
A legend reborn, this restaurant comes from one of Austin's' legendary restauranteurs, John Mueller. Mueller recently closed his business in Austin (John Mueller's BBQ) which drew cries of sadness all across the state. Once named the best BBQ in Austin and the best brisket in Texas, you can understand the grief of Mueller BBQ fans. Fortunately he recently opened Old Town BBQ in the beautiful historic district of Bastrop. One can expect the usual high quality meat, service and ambiance he always provided in Austin. Don't forget to try the special sausage blend -- yum. BBQ heaven awaits in Bastrop! 705-f Pine St. , Bastrop, TX, 512-308-9818
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Water Street Oyster Bar - Corpus Christi
There is nothing as delightful to the palate as eating freshly prepared seafood while dining by the bay front. Water Street Oyster Bar in Corpus Christi fits the bill. They've been pleasing customers for over 20 years. You'll find some of the best seafood in Texas at this chic, bayfront restaurant. Be sure to try their Pecan Crusted Shrimp -- you'll come back for more. MORE
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Karam's Mexican Food - San Antonio
Having the best cheese enchiladas in San Antonio is no small accomplishment in a city that made Tex-Mex famous. When you want good Tex-Mex cuisine, go to Karam's! The place has that been pleasing customers and traveler's for over 50 years. Selena and the Dinos used to perform here, and in the movie about Selena's life, she performed in their beautiful outdoor garden, full of huge stone Toltec figures, Mayan glyphs, and a towering water fountain. Discover the best Tex-Mex in Texas! 121 N Zarazmora St., San Antonio: (210) 433-0111
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Ye Kendall Inn's Limestone Grill - Boerne
Nestled in the quaint Hill Country community of Boerne, this unique restaurant has the ambiance and food quality of a four star restaurant. The menu is a mixture of Texas coastal seafood, local produce. The Limestone Grill also specializes in wine dinner events that feature succulent exotic dishes with the perfect complementing wine. Check out an example of their wine events called AWEsome Dinners (affordable wine event) or their incredible Winemaker Dinners for an evening you won't forget. Check for upcoming events throughout the year. MORE
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50 Yard Line Steakhouse - Lubbock
It's Texas steaks at their finest, deep in the heart of the West Texas High Plains. This restaurant combines (believe it not) football and great steaks. The restaurant is decorated in Texas Tech Red Raider history; pictures of former players, team photos and action shots. The food is great -- including tender steaks and flavorful blueberry muffins that accompany every meal. Every steak dish has a football title like the "Quarterback", an extra cut, 14 oz. melt-in-your-mouth ribeye.For smaller appetites, try the "Tackle", an eight ounce filet, or the "The End", a six ounce filet. While the names are rough and tough, the steaks are always tender and juicy! 2549 S Loop 289, Lubbock: 806.745.3991
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