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Your Thai Fare Favorites Are on the Menu at Ploy Thai Cuisine

August 6, 2015 by

Fresh, friendly, and flavorful are the operative words at Ploy Thai Cuisine, where the food of the region is served in a cozy, modern setting. Stop in to quell your hunger with a bowl of yummy soup or a flavorful entree. The salad and appetizer bar comes with each entree, but be aware that you can’t take leftovers out with you, so come with a hearty appetite and clean your plate.

The menu features a curry du jour, featuring either Panang, Green, or Massaman curry. Entrees include Pad Prik Khing with your choice of meat with red curry paste, green beans, lime leaves, and bell peppers; Ploy’s Garlic with garlic sauce, steamed vegetables, and your choice of meat; and Cashew Chicken with onions, mushrooms, and cashews in brown sauce. Soft shell crab, seared salmon, and mahi mahi are among the seafood dishes.

Ploy Thai Cuisine is open every day.

Ploy Thai Cuisine
1500 Research Forest Drive
Spring, TX 77381
(281) 465-8399
www.ploythaicuisine.com
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Atsumi Asian Kitchen Sushi Bar: For When You’re Craving Sushi and General Tso’s

July 30, 2015 by

When residents of The Woodlands can’t choose between Chinese food and sushi, they can head to Atsumi Asian Kitchen Sushi Bar, an Asian Fusion restaurant where they can have both. Chef Henry Zhu focuses his extensive sushi selection on the freshest fish available, so the sushi menu may change. At any given time, you may choose from close to 100 different kinds of sushi and sashimi, including rolls stuffed with snow crab, fresh water eel, or spicy crawfish.

Chef Zhu also crafts a number of Chinese cuisine entrees, including such house specialties as yellow curry chicken, fried tofu, or jumbo shrimp with walnuts in a spicy honey sauce. Each dish is served with white rice or, for and extra dollar, brown or fried rice.

You can enjoy your Asian fusion meal seven days a week from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. The restaurant also offers free delivery within a three-mile radius.

Atsumi Asian Kitchen Sushi Bar
3335 College Park Drive
The Woodlands, TX 77384
(936) 242-0044
www.atsumiusa.com
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Mooyah Burger: Tasty Tasty

July 9, 2015 by

Skip the drive-thru burger joint and give Mooyah Burger in Spring a try. This national franchise makes a quick gourmet meal simple and straightforward. Fill out an order form to customize your beef, turkey or veggie burger with high quality ingredients like fresh, in-house baked buns, veggies and sauces.

Premium toppings like avocado and bacon have an extra charge, but standard toppings like sauteed mushrooms and grilled onions are free. Try their special “Mooyah” sauce, a creamy and tangy alternative to mayo and ketchup. Choose from sweet potato or seasoned fries, and over a dozen shake flavors including Caramel, and Snickers. Service is quick and the price is affordable: just under $10 for a burger, fries, and soft drink.

Mooyah Burger
2115 Rayford Road
Spring, TX 77386
(832) 585-0300
www.mooyah.com
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Enjoy a Relaxed Meal at the Goose’s Acre Bistro & Irish Pub

June 25, 2015 by

Named after a little green park in Ireland where locals grazed their geese, The Goose’s Acre Bistro & Irish Pub boasts a menu of traditional Irish fare flavors, as well as fresh, modern dishes. This restaurant is a favorite among locals, who say the traditional dishes simply can't be beat.

Try the crispy, ale-battered cod filets served with seasoned fries and a unique apple-based coleslaw, or dig into a rich serving of shepherd’s pie filled with braised sirloin, leeks, carrots, peas, and onions, all topped with a layer of creamy cheddar whipped potatoes. If you'd prefer something lighter, try the wasabi-and pistachio-encrusted ahi tuna steak served with grilled vegetables, or opt for the restaurant's signature grilled chicken salad with a unique mix of spring greens, berries, dates, tangy goat cheese, toasted walnuts, and house-made cornbread croutons. Whatever you order, you can be confident it will be served quickly and with a smile.

The Goose’s Acre Bistro & Irish Pub
21 Waterway Avenue
The Woodlands, TX 77380
(281) 466-1502
www.thegoosesacre.com/modules/wfchannel
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Yucatan Taco Stand and Tequila Bar: Latin Fusion Fare Comes North of the Border

June 4, 2015 by

Thanks to Yucatan Taco Stand and Tequila Bar, The Woodlands eaters don't have to cross the border for fresh, authentic Latin cuisine. They can just head to this colorful taqueria, inspired by the sights, sounds, and flavors of the traditional taco stand.

It should come as no surprise that Yucatan is best known for its tacos, but many customers also highly recommend the nachos. They come five different ways, with toppings like garlic beef, tequila-lime chicken, and pork. The crunchy chips, medley of gooey cheeses, and blend of veggies on top remain the same no matter which variety you order. Munch on the nachos while you warm up for a plate of tempura fish tacos or a spicy aged chorizo burrito. You can also dig into a signature entree, such as the tilapia with a lemony chardonnay sauce or a Brazilian steak smothered with chimichurri sauce.

Yucatan Taco Stand and Tequila Bar
24 Waterway Avenue
The Woodlands, TX 77380
(281) 419-6300
yucatantacostand.com
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What Do You Put in Your Stir-Fry Bowl at Genghis Grill?

May 28, 2015 by

Picky eaters in The Woodland find solace at Genghis Grill, where you can build your own stir-fry bowl with more than 80 available ingredients. In five easy steps, you will create your own meal before handing it off to grill masters who cook it atop a sizzling, circular grill. The five-step process includes choosing a protein, spice, veggies, sauce, and a starch. Depending on what you create, your meal may consist of Asian fusion, Chinese, Italian, Mexican, Thai, vegan, or Korean fares.

If you can’t choose what to make, you can build one of the restaurant’s signature bowls. Choose from such house creations as pineapple teriyaki chicken, steak and broccoli, firecracker scallops, and spicy Thai tofu. If you don’t wish to participate at all, you can order a chef-made bowl from your table. Along with signature bowls, Genghis Grill serves infamous, signature cocktails in fishbowls!

Genghis Grill
9300 Six Pines Drive
The Woodlands, TX
(281) 363-4745
www.genghisgrill.com
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Salata: Salads and Wraps in The Woodlands

May 7, 2015 by

Salata is a restaurant where you can build yourself a wrap or salad from a flavorful array of super-fresh ingredients. The salad option features several lettuce choices, plus fresh veggies, fruits, nuts and cheeses. Add on one of their signature dressings and some bread, and you’ve got yourself a healthy meal. Chicken or seafood can also be added in flavors like Spicy Chipotle, Herb Marinated, or Pesto.

Wraps have the same ingredient options and come with chips. Yummy soups include Broccoli, Tomato Basil and Tortilla. Got gluten allergies? No problem, they can create a tasty sans-gluten meal. You can also take home a bottle of their salad dressings that include Fresh Herb Vinaigrette, Buttermilk Ranch, Ginger Lime, and Chipotle Ranch.

Salata is open every day in The Woodlands.

Salata
9595 Six Pines Drive
The Woodlands, TX 77380
(281) 465-0775
www.salata.com
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Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar: Caribbean Flair in The Woodlands

April 23, 2015 by

Whether you're looking for restaurant to host a group dinner for a special occasion, or you simply want to relax and enjoy a good meal on a Friday night, Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar is a solid choice. This place is often packed, and yet customers still routinely give it high marks for both hospitality and food.

Yelp reviewers rave over the coconut crusted crab cakes with Thai chili sauce, so if you like seafood, this is a good appetizer to begin your meal. As far as entrees go, the blackened fish taco with tomato relish and chipotle aioli is another customer favorite, while the kona coffee crusted ribeye steak served with herbed marrow butter and warm potato salad is one of the kitchen's specialties. Be careful, however: the menu is so varied and appealing that it can be easy to fill up without leaving room for dessert. Regulars will tell you this is a big mistake, because dessert at Tommy Bahama is simply delicious. Finish your meal with a slice of triple layer chocolate cake, and you'll likely leave with a smile.

Tommy Bahama Restaurant & Bar
9595 Six Pines Drive
The Woodlands, TX 77380
(281) 292-8669
www.tommybahama.com/TBG/Stores_Restaurants/Woodlands.jsp
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Build Your Burrito at Freebird’s World Burrito in Spring

April 2, 2015 by

If you love a customized burrito, give Freebird's World Burrito a try. This popular Tex Mex chain has one of their largest locations in Spring complete with a patio. Build your burrito by choose from four sizes and four flavors of tortilla, including spinach and cayenne. There are several meat options and the chicken is a customer favorite. Add on plenty of fresh toppings and sauces like the habanero sauce or ranch dressing, and enjoy with a side of nachos and a cold beer. Freebird’s signature colorful and eclectic decor creates a lively and fun ambiance and this location is always kept clean. If you’re a frequent customer, get their Freebird Fanatic card to earn points and redeem for a free meal.

Freebird's World Burrito
1640 Lake Woodlands Drive
Spring, TX 77380
(281) 419-8011

www.freebirds.com
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Start Your Day With a Stack of Pancakes at Sunny Side of the Street

March 26, 2015 by

It’s challenging to not find yourself charmed by a breakfast joint when the logo is a sunburst—made of bacon! At Spring’s Sunny Side of the Street, chefs Michael and Tony Kusuma are hard at work on making the most important meal of the day the most delicious meal of the day, as well.

The breakfast menu is chock full of classics such as thick Texas-style French toast, customizable three-egg omelets, and buttery old fashioned biscuits topped with sausage gravy. For the more adventurous, sample some “Future Classics” like apple cheddar flapjacks, blueberry custard baked French toast, or curried butternut squash shirred eggs. While the breakfast selections dominate, the lunch menu also shines with fan favorites and Southern signatures like the self-explanatory chicken waffle toast sandwich and the Korean pulled-pork sandwich served with Korean cabbage slaw and spicy barbecue sauce.

Sunny Side of the Street is open 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily, with lunch available after 11 a.m. The early bird gets the worm in this case, as tables tend to fill up fast, particularly on the weekends.

Sunny Side of the Street
4915 FM 2920 Road
Spring, TX 77388
(281) 355-8888
www.sunnysidetexas.com
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