You'll get more bang for your buck at Taqueria el Rodeo de Jalisco in Houston. The restaurant is family friendly and has a simple, comfortable ambiance.

The large menu begins with classic appetizers and snacks including guacamole, creamy chile con queso, cactus, and queso ​flameado with shrimp, fajita or chicken. The menu also features seafood dishes like mixed fish ceviche, shrimp quesadillas, soups laden with seafood and whole fried fish that come out promptly and fresh from the kitchen. Enchiladas and quesadillas are large and filled with fixings such as beef, chicken and cheese, or shrimp. Specialty plates include shrimp, beef and chicken fajitas; Guadalajara plate beef; and combination meals that are all served with rice, beans, French fries, and guacamole. The restaurant also offers breakfast and lunch specials for $4.99 ($5.99 after 2 p.m.).

Taqueria el Rodeo de Jalisco
13640 Highway 29
Houston, TX 77086
(281) 820-1168
www.taqueriarodeodejalisco.com
www.yelp.com/biz/taqueria-el-rodeo-de-jalisco-houston

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Mel's Seafood Shack, opened by sisters Melissa and Melinda, is a true local gem, known not only for delicious seafood but for their Southern hospitality. Known for their freshly caught crawfish, cooked and seasoned Louisiana style, Mel's Seafood Shack is a go-to hot spot for great food and great company. In fact, Mel's was recently given the title of "Best Seafood" by The Leader Readers' Choice.

Nothing goes better with great seafood than great beer. Mel's a BYOB, so grab your favorite six pack, a group of friends, and head to Mel's for their famous crawfish seasoned with the perfect amount of spice and garlic, shrimp po'boys, shrimp and crab boils, and delicious homemade sides like seasoned fries, mac and cheese, and corn.

For a truly delicious, classic downhome Southern meal, friendly service, and an all around great time, head to Mel's. Visit the Facebook to check out some photos of Mel's seafood creations, food specials, and events.

Mel's Seafood Shack
2521 N Durham Dr
Houston, TX 77008
(713) 703-7544
www.facebook.com/MelsSeafood

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Whether you're a vegan or you simply try to cut out meat a few days a week, vegan dining is a great way to improve your health and do some good for the environment. Here are a few inspiring Pinterest boards that are filled with vegan recipes that are sure to get your mouth watering.

Best Vegan Recipes
This Pinterest board is bright, colorful and filled with nutritious meals for every time of day. From hemp seed snack smoothies to grilled veggie fajitas, there's something to inspire every meal.

Vegan Food Lovers
This community Pinterest board features contributions from some of the best vegan food bloggers online. Here, you'll find sweet, frozen snacks, globally inspired lunches and even a variety of different ways to prepare tofu.

Earth Balance's Vegan Recipes
If you're looking for some inspiration for lunch or dinner, this is the board to check out. It features main courses like vegan pot pie, savory Indian curries and lots of veggie-packed soups.

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