I usually use the Small Bites section to discuss restaurants that have just opened or that I've only tried once or twice. I'm going to switch things up and give a brief review of an old favorite, Seaboard Café. Situated around Logan's garden shop, the outdoor and semi-indoor seating is a great place to have lunch among the ever changing landscape and occasional cargo … [Read more...] about Seaboard Café
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Joel Lane’s Public House
Joel Lane's Public House has opened at the old Vin location on Glenwood South. Joel Lane's serves upscale American favorites. In addition to a full bar, Joel Lane's offers a variety of local beers on draft, including LoneRider Sweet Josie Brown, LoneRider Shotgun Betty, Red Oak, Foothills Hoppyum, Triangle Golden Ale. … [Read more...] about Joel Lane’s Public House
Cantina 18
After the disaster that was Cantina South, I still needed to get my Mexican fix, so decided to try Cantina 18, located in Cameron Village. What a difference 12 blocks make. The service was impeccable; prompt and courteous but not intrusive. The queso and chips ($5) were great. The chips were warm and crispy. The queso was a little mild for my liking, but very tasty … [Read more...] about Cantina 18
Buku
I love the concept of Buku; street food from all over the world. I also love the feel of the restaurant. It has a beautiful bar, with a waterfall mirror behind the liquor. It has a very hip, downtown feel. I tried a Hemingway daiquiri (Cruzan light, Luxard, maraschino liqueur, grapefruit, lime) and a strawbeñero sling (Skyy citrus, fresh strawberry, habañero, and lime). … [Read more...] about Buku
Cantina South
Update: This restaurant is now closed. A look at the Cantina South website gives you an idea about what to expect. At first glance, it's upscale, but when you navigate the site, you find most pages (including - come on, guys - the menu) say "oops 404." That's sort of how my lunch experience was. Located in the old Bogart's location, the interior was fairly bright, open, … [Read more...] about Cantina South