Fortune Garden: Round Rock Chinese Food

Fortune Garden has won over a bevy of fans who love their take on a fusion of Chinese and Vietnamese fare. Stop in and you can start your meal out with one of their flavorful appetizers like Spicy Lettuce Wraps, Wonton Soup, Egg Drop Soup, Crab Rangoon, Pot Stickers and Spring Rolls.

Pho, the Vietnamese soup that's earned a number of devoted fans, is also a great choice, either for your main meal or as an appetizer. Entrees include Neptune Seafood Plate with shrimp, scallop & crab, Pan Fried Flat Noodle with your choice of pork, chicken, beef or shrimp, Vegetable Fried Rice, Honey Walnut Shrimp, Fortune Lo Mein, and Orange Chicken. A tasty kid’s menu makes this a fun spot for a family meal.

Fortune Garden is open every day in Round Rock.

Fortune Garden
201 University Oaks Boulevard
Round Rock, TX 78665
(512) 218-1525
http://www.fortunegardenrr.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/fortune-garden-round-rock

Expect Excellent Authentic Mexican Fare at Juarez Mexican Bakery

Juarez Mexican Bakery is Round Rock's go-to place for tasty Mexican food on the fly. This family-owned and -operated restaurant has been serving the area for twenty years and is a staple for locals. Try not to fill up on the delicious chips and salsa, because there is much more to experience at Juarez.

Select from chalupas, enchiladas smothered with creamy sauce and cheese, flautas, and tender carne asada. Each lunch and dinner plate comes with traditional refried beans and rice. If you stop by for breakfast, you won't be disappointed with the migas or the crispy potatoes they're served with.

Juarez takes to-go orders for those who want to enjoy a homemade Mexican meal at home. Note that the place can get pretty packed, especially during the weekend when everyone is clamoring for the satisfying meals at Juarez.

Juarez Mexican Bakery
1701 South Mays Street
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 255-6262
http://www.juarezrestaurantbakery.com/
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Tokyo Steakhouse and Sushi Bar: An Entertaining Meal in Round Rock

For your next special night out, consider Tokyo Steakhouse and Sushi Bar in Round Rock. This benihana-style restaurant offers an upscale but relaxed dining environment. The meal is interactive and entertaining as skilled Teppanyaki chefs grill and prepare your food in front of you. The result is a delicious meal including steak, sushi and maki rolls. Although a bit pricy, dinners at Tokyo Steakhouse come with soup, salad, an appetizer and sides. Don't worry — the food is top-notch and the portions reasonable. Many customers rave about their special onion soup. If you’re on a budget, stop by during happy hour every day from 3-7 p.m. Domestic beers are $2, and there are good deals on popular sushi and rolls. The extended happy hour means you can grab an early dinner for about $15.

This is a popular place, so if you go during peak dinner times you may need to wait, or sit at a traditional table away from the grill. Don't worry, your food will be just as good!

Tokyo Steakhouse and Sushi Bar
201 Sundance Parkway
Round Rock, TX 78681
(512) 388-7896
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Taco Market: Mexican Food Made From Scratch

Taco Market proves that fast food can also be good food. Located at the shopping center where University Boulevard meets Campus Village Drive, Taco Market will make you feel welcome with its modern yet rustic ambiance. Bring your pooch and make use of the outdoor patio! Because of the helpful wait staff, fast service is also friendly service here. The menu features all of your Mexican food favorites, with a difference: everything from the tortillas to the selections at the salsa bar is made from scratch! Nothing is frozen or pre-packaged, and it shows through in the food. People here go for the queso dip and chips, and the street tacos are a big hit. Complement your meal with a trip to the salsa bar, where you’ll be able to sample a lot of different flavors.

Taco Market
1151 University Blvd
Round Rock, TX 78665
(512) 248-8222
http://www.tacomarketonline.com/
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Enjoy Generous Portions of Italian Fare at Gino’s Pizzeria

Gino's Pizzeria serves authentic Italian food in Round Rock. Owner Gino Minardi hails from Gela, Italy and has been in the business of delivering authentic Italian cuisine to hungry clientele since 1959.

Here, regulars love the friendly atmosphere and huge portions that lend themselves to leftovers. Try the baked cheese or beef ravioli, the crusted trout smothered with a creamy sauce, or select one of Gino's expertly crafted pizzas. You can also order your favorite Italian dishes in the form of a sub or get a calzone generously filled with two cheeses and topped with marinara sauce.

No Italian restaurant is complete without a selection of fine wines and coffee to accompany your meal. Gino's also offers catering for formal events and family-style to-go orders for when you need to feed a large group.

Gino's Pizzeria
1701 South Mays Street
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 218-9922
http://ginosroundrock.net/
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Twenty Years of Tradition Go Into the Sandwiches at Hoody’s Sub Shop

Residents of Round Rock have been flocking to Hoody's Sub Shop for over twenty years—and with good reason. Besides creating subs with high quality ingredients, like Boar's Head meat and cheese, Hoody's is also a dedicated part of the community. The owners are longtime Round Rock residents and happily support the area in their business endeavors.

Select hot or cold sandwiches, such as the Philly cheesesteak piled high with mushrooms, onions, and peppers, the delightfully spicy Cajun turkey topped with provolone, or skip the bread and turn any sub into a salad. All sandwiches come with lettuce, onion, tomato, and pickle, but you're more than welcome to add extras to any sub, including oil, spices, mustard, and mayonnaise.

Hoody's also offers a party tray (for pick up or delivery) that easily feeds twelve to fifteen and makes satisfying your hungry group a breeze.

Hoody's Sub Shop
1205 Round Rock Avenue
Round Rock, TX 78681
(512) 244-7166
http://www.hoodyssubs.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/hoodys-sub-shop-round-rock

Sip Bottomless Coffee, Fill Up on Pancakes at Cafe Java

If you feel like venturing out of the house for some breakfast, consider stopping by Round Rock's own Cafe Java. This cozy neighborhood cafe serves up some mean pancakes and coffee is always fresh, hot, and bottomless. The breakfast platters come with two eggs, crispy hash browns, toast, and your choice of meat: steak, ham, sausage, or corn beef hash.

Although only open for breakfast and brunch on the weekends, during the week Cafe Java stays open until 9 p.m. and is a great place to score a juicy burger or plate of fully loaded beef nachos. Regulars say the hearty homemade soups are some of the best they can find. 

The staff is friendly and quick, but Cafe Java fills up quick during the weekend, so keep that in mind if you stop by for an impromptu breakfast with friends or family.

Cafe Java
2051 Gattis School Road
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 238-0700
http://cafejavaroundrock.com/
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Bite Into an Authentic NYC Pizza at The Original Brooklyn Pie Company

Located in LaFrontera shopping center is The Original Brooklyn Pie Company, one of Round Rock's favorite places to grab a slice of pizza. Brooklyn Pie Company proudly uses only the best ingredients possible, from the unbleached flour for the crust to the freshly-cut vegetable toppings. Keep in mind that pizzas are cooked fresh in a traditional oven when you're waiting for your order.

Start off with cheese sticks seasoned with garlic and served with marinara or rolls coated with garlic butter. For your meal, pizzas like the Spanish Harlem pie with chorizo and jalapenos, the Cheeseburger Pizza with onion and bacon, and the Shredded Chicken pie with barbecue sauce, can be ordered by the slice or by the pie. Brooklyn Pie Company is a nice spot to stop by for a quick, delicious lunch or to grab dinner with friends and family.

The Original Brooklyn Pie Company
2711 La Frontera Boulevard
Round Rock, TX 78681
(512) 255-1414
http://brooklynpie.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/the-original-brooklyn-pie-company-round-rock

Healthy Fast Food Is on the Menu at Pita Fusion

Pita Fusion proudly brings healthy fast food to Round Rock. Pita Fusion has amassed quite a few regulars over the years because of quick service and clean, filling plates. The menu is somewhat limited, but every option is done right.

This restaurant creates artful pita wraps using typical lunch ingredients like ham, grilled chicken, tuna, and fresh vegetables, such as romaine lettuce, tomato, pickles, and peppers. Favorites include the falafel wrap with tzatziki and hummus, the sirloin steak wrap with onion and green peppers, and the Maui chicken wrap with ham and grilled pineapple.

Stop by Pita Fusion during your next lunch break to experience it yourself. This casual eatery is open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., every day.

Pita Fusion
661 Louis Henna Boulevard
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 388-7482
http://www.pitafusion.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/pita-fusion-round-rock

Go for the Spicy Oyster Gumbo at Louisiana Longhorn Cafe

Louisiana Longhorn Cafe happily offers Round Rock residents a place to enjoy authentic Creole cooking in a friendly, relaxed environment. The walls of this restaurant are decked with Cajun themed decorations, including a longhorn sporting Mardi Gras beads. 

Most dishes are based off family recipes and have a heavy emphasis on crawfish, shrimp, fish, a generous amount of spices, and plenty of creamy sauces. Try the fettuccini alfredo with crawfish, the crab cake stuffed flounder filet, or the spicy oyster gumbo. If you're craving etouffee or a po'boy, Louisiana Longhorn Cafe has those, too. Dishes are spicy, but not hot enough to put off those with a more delicate palate.

With a free five story parking garage nearby, this is a great place for large parties to get together and enjoy each other's company over some great food.

Louisiana Longhorn Cafe
200 East Main Avenue
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 248-2900
http://www.llcafe.com/
http://www.yelp.com/biz/louisiana-longhorn-cafe-round-rock

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