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Peppers Beef and Seafood: The South’s ‘Best-Kept Secret’

September 4, 2014 by

Peppers Beef and Seafood is a self-proclaimed “best-kept local secret in the South” that's spent the last 15 years producing excellent American fare classics.

Start your meal with an order of fried pickles with ranch dressing, or opt for the pan-seared scallops with a rum mint butter sauce reduction. For entrees, the chicken smothered with sauteed onions and mushrooms and topped with brown gravy wins raves, as does the blackened Gulf redfish. Of course, you can’t go wrong with steaks here. Peppers serves only Nolan Ryan all-natural aged beef, and every steak is grilled to diners' specifications. Make sure to order a baked potato on the side!

Peppers Beef and Seafood
3604 Fairmont Parkway
Pasadena, TX 77504
(281) 998-1114
www.peppersrestaurant.net
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Frank’s Grill: Comfort Food

August 28, 2014 by

Frank’s Grill is a Pasadena institution serving large portions of comfort food. The space is functional and can get quite busy at times, but the ambiance isn't the real draw here.

So what is it that brings diners to the space? It’s the food. Portion sizes are absolutely enormous and everything that comes out of the kitchen is flavorful. Try the breakfast taco, which is made with a burrito-sized tortilla, two eggs, meat and hash browns. Their country fried steak is a take on the classic, and the “fully loaded” hash browns may challenge even the biggest appetite. At lunch, they change from a full service restaurant to a cafeteria-style setup serving delicious Southern favorites. Try the mashed potatoes or the macaroni and cheese!

Frank's Grill
3807 Spencer Highway
Pasadena, TX 77504
(713) 941-6500
http://www.urbanspoon.com/r/8/1487893/restaurant/Houston/Franks-Grill-Pasadena
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Napoli Italian Restaurant: Family-Style Italian Cuisine in Pasadena

August 7, 2014 by

Traditional Italian food traditions revolve around friends, family, and a love of cooking, and that’s exactly how Pasadena’s Napoli Italian Restaurant operates. This authentic Italian restaurant serves all of its dishes family-style—how they’re served in Italy—and the menu includes Northern and Southern Italian dishes that have been around for generations.

Every meal starts with complimentary bread and olive oil seasoned with garlic and parmesan, as well as a warm greeting from the restaurant’s staff. Popular dishes include the fettuccine Alfredo, chicken piccata and traditional spaghetti and meatballs, and Napoli offers take-out on any of its menu items. The atmosphere is relaxed and ideal for large family gatherings, but the dim lighting and upstairs lounge area make Napoli ideal for date night, too.

Napoli Italian Restaurant is open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sundays through Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays.

Napoli Italian Restaurant
4450 East Sam Houston Parkway South
Pasadena, TX 77505
(281) 998-2223
www.napolirestaurants.com
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Order the St. Charles Tenderloin Sandwich at Savannah Café and Bakery

June 5, 2014 by

Regarded as one of the best kept secrets in Pasadena, the Savannah Café and Bakery has made a name for itself serving up delicious baked goods both sweet and savory. Some of their trademark offerings include the Beacon Hill cookie with chocolate chips, white chocolate, pecans and macadamia nuts, as well as the moist, delicious Coca Cola cake. Made with chocolate and marshmallows, it’s a rich, decadent delight. Their cupcakes are also incredible.

Lunch sees the place get packed with patrons enjoying some truly exceptional sandwiches. The St. Charles Tenderloin sandwich is one of their most popular; it starts with fork-tender slow-cooked pork and adds in Monterey Jack cheese, country fried onions, lettuce, mayo, and a raspberry chipotle sauce on grilled sourdough bread. It’s an explosion of flavor that will leave you satisfied. Also awesome is the Beaufort, which pairs home-made pot roast with Provolone cheese, citrus pepper sauce, and ancho chile mayonnaise.

Savannah Cafe and Bakery
5968 Fairmont Parkway
Pasadena, TX 77505
(281) 487-1400
www.magnoliacafeandbakery.com
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Dine On ‘Armadillo Eggs’ at Andy’s Barbeque

May 22, 2014 by

Texas is one of the states most famous for barbecue, as people here really love their meat. If you’re hankering for a sample of some of the best, Andy’s Barbecue will scratch that carnivore itch. This hidden treasure tucked away in a small neighborhood draws a devoted clientele who raves about Andy's spectacular brisket. Beef brisket is a famous Texas barbecue institution, and they nail it here, with a tender pink center, perfectly-smoked ring and crispy ends. The pulled pork is also well worth trying, and the house-made barbecue sauce is out of this world.

Of course, no barbecue is truly complete without a selection of side dishes, and the fried okra at Andy’s is among the best in the state. The cole slaw is tangy and complements the richness of the meat very well. Don’t leave Andy’s without ordering one of their famous “armadillo eggs,” jalapeno peppers stuffed with cream cheese, wrapped in sausage and bacon, smoked, and deep-fried. They’re a decadent delight.

Andy's Barbeque
2826 Dedman Street
Pasadena, TX 77503
(281) 487-7388
www.andyshawgwildbarbque.com
www.yelp.com/biz/andys-bbq-pasadena-2

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Margaritas Pack a Punch at The Don’Key Mexican Food

April 24, 2014 by

The Don’Key Mexican Food is a small shack illuminated by bright neon lights. This place has been serving authentic Tex-Mex classics since 1984. To start, you’ll get thin and crispy chips and hot red and green sauce, and you’ll have a choice of favorites, from sizzling fajitas to enchiladas, tacos, and tostadas.

Fans call the food fresh, reasonably priced, and delicious. The Don'Key is most famous for their margaritas— called the Don’Keyrita— available in regular, strawberry, or swirl. Fans call the margaritas strong and delicious. There’s $2.50 Beer of the Day and mojitos, specialty margaritas, and a variety of mixed drinks are also offered. At The Don’Key, happy hour is more like a "happy day," as drink specials run Mondays through Thursdays, from 11 a.m. 6 p.m., and Fridays, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The Don’Key is busy on the weekends especially, but if you have to wait, you won’t be waiting for long. Parking can be a challenge, and take-out is available.

The Don’Key Mexican Food
5010 Spencer Highway
Pasadena, TX 77505
(281) 487-1253
www.findthedonkey.com
www.yelp.com/biz/donkeys-mexican-food-pasadena

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Bring the Whole Family to Jimmy Changas for a Meal of Tex-Mex Fare

March 27, 2014 by

Jimmy Changas is a casual Tex-Mex restaurant in Pasadena that serves classics like enchiladas, tacos, and sizzling fajita plates and house specialties like the Chile Relleno and Stuffed Avocado. The portions are large, and the prices are reasonable.

Unlike most Tex-Mex restaurants, Jimmy Changas offers a decent selection of healthy plates and serves queso blanco dip — a thick, creamy, and flavorful type of queso. The bar is small, but the drinks are strong. The Changa Rita is the specialty margarita, made with orange juice and lime juice. There’s a playground for the kids so you can keep them entertained while you eat on the adjacent patio. Service is fast and friendly, and take-out is available. It’s always busy on the weekends, and they don’t take reservations, so you’re guaranteed a short wait.

Don’t forget to grab a free ice-cream cone from the self-serve machine on the way out!

Jimmy Changas
5144 Center Street
Pasadena, TX 77505
(713) 575-2700
www.freshmexfun.com
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Enjoy Big Japanese Fare Flavors at Little Tokyo

February 6, 2014 by

Hidden away in a small shopping center in Pasadena is Little Tokyo, a tiny and intimate Japanese restaurant specializing in sushi. The menu is extensive, offering a wide variety of sushi, sashimi, rolls, soups and salads, noodle dishes, and Bento boxes. The portions are large, and the prices are reasonable.

The fresh, made-to-order preparations mean your food may take awhile to arrive, but diners say it’s worth the wait. Regulars recommend sitting at the sushi bar to watch the chefs prepare your food. While you won't find a full bar here, Little Tokyo offers reasonably priced beers, wine, and sake. Because the restaurant is so small, it’s always busy and crowded, so be sure to make a reservation.

Take-out is available, and reservations are accepted. The restaurant is closed on Sundays.

Little Tokyo
6737 Fairmont Parkway
Pasadena, TX 77505
(281) 991-9400
http://www.littletokyosushi.net
http://www.yelp.com/biz/little-tokyo-pasadena

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Bite Into Authentic Texas Barbecue at Andy’s BBQ

January 30, 2014 by

The simple, red exterior and no-nonsense wooden interior of Andy’s BBQ in Pasadena says you’re in for the real deal: authentic, unpretentious Texas barbecue. The brisket is tender, the ribs are smoky and slathered with sauce, and the chopped beef sandwiches are full of flavor. Sides include coleslaw, baked potato salad, fried okra, and more.

The prices are reasonable: a three meat BBQ plate with your choice of meat and served with bread, pickles, onions, and two sides will cost you less than $12. Don't skip dessert as the eatery offers a variety of Southern sweets, like cobblers with ice cream (there’s even a Cobbler of the Day!), pies, and banana pudding with Nilla Wafers.

Andy’s BBQ closes at 8 p.m. every day, so plan accordingly. Andy's is closed on Sundays. Take-out and delivery are available.

Andy’s BBQ
2826 Dedman Street
Pasadena, TX 77503
(281) 487-7388
http://www.andyshawgwildbarbque.com
http://www.yelp.com/biz/andys-bbq-pasadena-2

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Expect Delicious Comfort Cuisine at Cheddar’s Casual Cafe

January 8, 2014 by

Cheddar’s Casual Cafe opened in 1979 in Arlington, Texas and has since expanded all over Texas and the South. The concept is simple: serve fresh, quality food for a fair price in a comfortable atmosphere.

The Pasadena location has Cheddar's usual comfort food, including dishes like chicken fried steak, country style fried chicken, and combination plates like steak and ribs and tenders and shrimp. Healthy options under 575 calories are also on the menu. If you order a salad, be sure to ask for a warm honey butter croissant, as they are only available upon request. Fans rave about the fresh, steaming sides, especially the broccoli cheese casserole and mashed potatoes.

Service is fast, friendly, and gets high marks as well as the prices, which regulars call reasonable. The drinks are huge, strong, and cheap. Take-out is available.

Cheddar’s Casual Cafe
3365 E Sam Houston Parkway South
Pasadena, TX 77505
(281) 998-2800
http://www.cheddars.com
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