Morelia Mexican Grill: Not Your Typical Tex-Mex Cuisine

Morelia Mexican Grill in Round Rock is not your typical Tex-Mex food. The family hails from Morelia, Mexico and the menu offers traditional and authentic food.  Of course you can find your favorite Mexican items like Burritos and Tacos, but what makes Morelia stand out is a varied menu with more options than is typical of Mexican food.  In addition to standard beef, chicken and shrimp fajitas, the grill offers combos that feature quail and ribs.  If you like enchiladas, they have 10 to choose from, including crawfish enchiladas with a cajun cream sauce. In fact, their special sauces are found throughout the menu and range from ranchero to mole and spicy cream. The atmosphere is casual and murals transform the walls making the bar look like Mayan carved stone. Bar beverages are more than just margaritas and include traditional drinks like a Charro Negro, a refreshing combination of Tequila and Coke.

Morelia Mexican Grill
920 Palm Valley Boulevard
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 255-0511
www.yelp.com/biz/morelia-grill-round-rock

Japanese Cuisine Favorites at Akira Sushi Grill and Wok

Akira Sushi Grill and Wok is a causal Japanese and Chinese restaurant in Round Rock.  Their Japanese menu features many regular and specialty rolls as well as an array of raw fish nigiri and sashimi.  A customer favorite is the orange blossom roll; a several types of fish, avocado, and unagi sauce in a beautiful presentation.   Although the ingredients sound like an odd combination, regulars swear by the Akai roll with broiled unagi, cream cheese, and avocado topped with strawberries.  Many customers come for the Japanese dishes, but Akira makes great Chinese food as well, like General Tso’s and Mongolian stir-frys.  There are several tofu options for vegetarian customers.  Stop in for generously portion bento boxes and discounted wok specialties.

Akira Sushi Grill and Wok
16420 RR-620
Round Rock, TX 78681
(512) 671-4788
www.akirasushigrill.com
www.yelp.com/biz/akira-sushi-grill-and-wok-round-rock

Tasty Chicken and More at Pluckers Wing Bar

Want to watch the game? Head to Pluckers Wing Bar in Round Rock, just a few minutes from The Marquis at Canyon Ridge. This place loves to use their fryers! Pluckers has 19 zesty sauces to coat their crispy and juicy wings, like the Hallelujah, sweet sauce with a kick, and Spicy Mandarin, for a flavorful twist. If you want to challenge your taste buds, try Fire In The Hole, their hottest sauce.  Those that manage to put away 25 wings will appear on their “wall of flame.” (If you do, make sure to cool off with some sweet tea.) Other fried favorites are the pickles, fried mac and cheese, and thick-cut homemade potato chips with warm blue cheese dressing. Burgers and sandwiches round out their menu, along with several sides including twice baked potato casserole, waffle fries, and mac and cheese — which many people swear is the best they’ve had. So what are you waiting for?

Pluckers Wing Bar
300 Mays Crossing
Round Rock, TX 78662
(512) 671-9464
www.yelp.com/biz/pluckers-wing-bar-round-rock

 

Try a Flight and Buy a Bottle at Vino 100

Round Rock's Vino 100 is an easy and elegant way to shop for wine. Tucked away in an unassuming shopping center, it's a distinctive wine bar and store. Chef and owner Bryan Gano has created a cafe that features light meals and an extensive wine selection. Bryan and his staff are happy to help you choose a wine flight (several small samples) to pair with your meal. The menu offers unique and flavorful dishes like the spicy shrimp diablo or new twists on old classics, like lamb burgers. Customers rave about the bread pudding for dessert. It's a great place for a fun date — after finishing your wine flight and meal, you can put your new knowledge to use and take home a bottle. All wines in their store are accompanied by Vino 100’s standardized information sheet, which includes a wine barometer that indicates its flavor (fruity to dry) and body (light to full).  The store is laid out accordingly, which helps you find the best wine for you.

Vino 100
3021 S Interstate 35
Ste 120
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 255-0526
www.yelp.com/biz/vino-100-round-rock

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