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Mama Mia’s Italian Grill: BYOB to This Authentic Italian Fare Eatery

March 26, 2015 by

If you love New York-style pizza, pasta, and other Italian fare favorites, check out Mama Mia’s Italian Grill. Whether you’re looking for a romantic date night spot or a delicious dinner option for the whole family, this casual eatery provides the perfect backdrop for just about any type of meal.

Lunch consists of classic New York pizza with a variety of different toppings, and there are also fresh, healthy salads to go along with them. For dinner, Mama Mia’s menu switches to hearty pasta dishes and traditional Italian fare favorites like chicken piccata and shrimp scampi. Fresh bread comes with every meal, and the little ones will love the tasty kids' menu.

The restaurant is also BYOB, so you’re encouraged to bring your own beer or wine to enjoy with your meal.

Mama Mia’s Italian Grill
8200 Spencer Highway
Pasadena, TX 77505
(281) 479-4477
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Cheddar’s Casual Café: There’s Nothing Cheesy About It

February 26, 2015 by

With a modern, rustic decor, ample seating, and a spacious bar area perfect for watching the big game, Cheddar’s Casual Café is a great dinner option that the whole family can love.

This popular chain of classic American restaurants is a go-to option for a delicious and affordable dinner in Pasadena. Many of the menu’s items are prepared from scratch that same day, so you can expect a fresh taste from the pastas, grilled chicken, steaks, and other dishes. Cheddar’s also offers a kids’ menu filled with healthy meals that kids will actually enjoy, and the dessert menu is a great way to reward the little ones for eating their veggies. The adults will also appreciate the drink menu, which includes a wide selection of specialty margaritas from which to choose.

Cheddar’s Pasadena location is open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Cheddar’s Casual Café
3365 E. Sam Houston Pky
Pasadena, TX, 77505
(281) 998-2800
www.cheddars.com
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Pei Wei Asian Diner: Get Your Sushi Roll To-Go

February 5, 2015 by

Finding a delicious, authentic Asian bistro isn’t always an option in many cities, but Pei Wei Asian Diner ensures that residents of Pasadena have fresh Asian fare without having to look too far.

This delicious and healthy eatery is a part of a small chain that serves wok stir fries, flavorful sushi rolls, and traditional lettuce wraps at affordable prices. The service is always fast and friendly, and Pei Wei even offers nutritional information for any of its dishes. For vegetarian guests, the menu includes a number of meat-free options that are just as tasty as more traditional dishes. Because the menu is always changing, you can always expect something new from a visit to Pei Wei Asian Diner.

Pei Wei is open 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. The restaurant offers online ordering for take-out orders in addition to its sit-down dining.

Pei Wei Asian Diner
5932 Fairmont Parkway
Pasadena, TX 77505
(281) 487-2226
www.peiwei.com
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Tung’s Kitchen: Vietnamese Fare Flavors in Pasadena

January 29, 2015 by

If you’re looking for something flavorful and exotic, consider a meal at Tung’s Kitchen in Pasadena. Tucked into a strip mall on Fairmont Parkway, it’s easy to overlook this excellent Asian restaurant. The menu offers a variety of dishes, specializing on Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine.

Some of the most popular items include the crisp and delicious spring rolls, served with a dipping sauce made from fish sauce, julienned carrots, and garlic chile paste for a little kick. For entrees, the vermicelli noodle bowls are well-received, overflowing with flavor and protein. The pad Thai is also quite good, with a huge portion of savory noodles. The sweet and sour chicken also wins raves from regulars.

Lunch offers bargain-priced specials, which mostly come in at just $8 and include egg rolls and salad.

Tung's Kitchen
4300 Fairmont Parkway
Pasadena, TX 77504
(281) 741-0923
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Pipeline Pizza: Serious Slices

December 22, 2014 by

Pizza is deservedly popular. That’s why Pipeline Pizza has built such a dedicated clientele of fans. When you walk in, place your order at the counter – there’s no table service. The menu is extensive, but regulars regard the pizza as the best option. The crust is slightly thicker than classic New York style, but it doesn’t overwhelm the pie. The sauce is fresh and tasty and they don’t skimp on toppings.

Some favorite combinations include the spinach and artichoke and the spicy Cajun combo. They make everything from scratch, so it can take the kitchen some time to get your order out, but regulars regard it as worth the wait. If you don’t feel like pizza, the lavash wraps (a thin bread) are well-liked, and the chicken Florentine calzone is another good choice. Try to save some room for a slice of peanut butter pie for dessert.

Visit Pipeline Pizza's website to learn more.

Pipeline Pizza
3931 Spencer Hwy
Pasadena, TX 77504
(832) 386-0000
http://www.pipelinepizzatx.com/
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Southmore Asian Restaurant: Chinese Cuisine and More

November 24, 2014 by

If you’re looking for a meal that offers a little something different, stop in at Southmore Asian Restaurant, considered by some Pasadena diners to be one of the town’s hidden treasures. From the outside, it may not look like much, as it's lodged in a strip mall and has slightly dated signange. However, the food here is the real draw.

The menu covers an array of Chinese food dishes, with some recommended offerings including the Kung Pao chicken and the chicken with garlic sauce. They also serve tasty Vietnamese food, including pho, the iconic noodle soup dish that’s hearty and filling. To refresh your taste buds, get an order of tapioca bubble tea in one of the many flavors they offer. Prices are incredibly reasonable, with a wide list of lunch specials coming in at just $5.95 apiece.

Visit Southmore's Facebook page to learn more about this Pasadena restaurant!

Southmore Asian Restaurant
2222 Southmore Avenue
Pasadena, TX 77502
(832) 623-6491
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The Republic House: A Stomping Ground for Pasadena’s Beer Enthusiasts

November 6, 2014 by

If you’re a craft beer aficionado in the Pasadena area, The Republic House is the place to be. This stylish pub carries a very impressive selection of craft beers, including a good number of rare options that you won't find anywhere else in town. More than 51 taps line the beer wall, a variety of cans and bottles fill the coolers, and there are always five nitro kegs that frequently rotate with different types of beer.

The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about each item on the menu, and there’s even a “Beer Nerd” who maintains the menu and can provide even more information about each beer. The Republic House also offers a great selection of spirits and wines for those who—gasp!—aren’t fans of beer.

In addition to its beer menu, the Republic House serves a food menu full of upscale bar food items.

The Republic House
7219 Fairmont Parkway
Pasadena, TX 77505
(832) 385-1553
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Ichibon: Sushi and a Hibachi Show in Pasadena

October 23, 2014 by

Ichibon Japanese Seafood and Steakhouse is a part of the hibachi-style Japanese restaurant trend, in which the talented chefs put on a show by cooking your food right in front of you at the table.

In addition to its hibachi meals, Ichibon serves a full sushi menu complete with maki rolls and sashimi options made using only the freshest ingredients. The restaurant features a modern, sleek style that makes it ideal for date night, but its fun atmosphere and the wild antics of its hibachi chefs make it great for families, as well. Ichibon’s menu also includes a variety of Japanese desserts like green tea ice cream, banana tempura and fried ice cream, and there is a full bar with wine, beer, and spirits for of-age guests.

Ichibon is open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekdays and 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. on weekends. Sunday hours are from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Ichibon
4908 Fairmont Parkway
Pasadena, TX 77505
(281) 991-0486
www.ichibonhouston.com
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Johnny Tamale Cantina: Spice It Up

October 2, 2014 by

Johnny Tamale Cantina has been serving dependable Tex-Mex fare since 1998. With a menu that relies on freshest ingredients, regulars insist there's nothing here that disappoints.

Start your meal with the top-flight “Johnny Rita,” a margarita made with Patron Silver and Monin agave nectar, served in a martini glass. The menu is extensive, listing many Tex-Mex crowd-pleasers. Johnny Tamale’s sizzling fajita platters receive high marks, with tender, seasoned beef or chicken marinated and grilled, then served with peppers, onions, and tortillas. Also very good are the chile rellenos, the tamales, and the popular Mexican beef stew known as carne guisada.

Johnny Tamale Cantina
4647 E. Sam Houston Parkway S.
Pasadena, TX 77505
(281) 487-7482
www.jtcantina.com
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Sudie’s Catfish House: Famous Fried Catfish You Just Have to Try

September 25, 2014 by

At Sudie’s Catfish House, local Florida seafood is prepared with home-style cooking methods, and the sides are made entirely from scratch, free of trans-fats, and relying only on real ingredients. This is a family-owned, casual restaurant that takes its cooking very seriously, and the personal experience is something that you won’t find from chain seafood restaurants.

The menu includes appetizers like fried pickles and peel-and-eat shrimp, as well as soups and salads to go with your meal. A wide variety of seafood options make up the dinner entrees, though the most popular dish is, of course, the catfish prepared three different ways. For landlubbers, Sudie’s also offers Southern-style chicken, steak, hamburgers, and other menu options as an alternative to seafood.

The restaurant itself has a farmhouse feel, and the large fish attached to a fishing rod on the exterior makes Sudie’s easy to find. If you’re hosting a get-together, Sudie’s also offers a full banquet hall and catering services to meet your needs, big or small.

Sudie’s Catfish House
4910 Spencer Highway
Pasadena, TX 77505
(281) 487-0920
www.sudies.com
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