Ate Café: The Perfect Way to Re-Fuel After a Workout

Although it may seem a bit unusual at first that Spring’s Ate Café is located inside of a popular climbing gym, you won’t mind it a bit the first time you enjoy this filling, healthy fare after a grueling workout. Whether you come here to climb or not, everyone is welcome to try the delicious menu of creative dishes like the Farmhouse Burger, the Vietnamese Banh Mi sandwich, and the Ultra-Veg pie, a flatbread pizza piled high with grilled vegetables. The casual, modern eatery also serves a great selection of fresh salads for those looking for a lighter meal, and the Italian doughnuts are reportedly can't-miss.

Order your food from the convenient, open ordering counter at the front of the restaurant, and then enjoy it at one of the metal café tables or wrapped up to take to go!

Ate Café
403 E Louetta Road
Spring, TX 77373
(832) 980-5283
www.5atecafe.com

Italian Fare and Fireside Dining at Grotto Ristorante

With vibrant painted murals, a gleaming curved wooden bar, and walls stacked with wine bottles, Grotto Ristorante is a lively setting for a flavorful dinner.

Settle in by the fireplace indoors or out on the patio and get your party started with a glass or bottle of wine and an antipasto, like mussels marechiaro with white wine and fresh tomatoes, the scampi grotto with mushrooms, or the mozzarella in padella with tomatoes, garlic, and basil. Pizza and pasta are featured on the menu, along with entrees like shrimp paillard with jumbo lump crab, roasted bell peppers, and lemon sauce, and snapper Siciliano with Roma tomatoes, garlic, shrimp sauce, and lump crab.

Grotto Ristorante is open every day, and it serves brunch on the weekends.

Grotto Ristorante
9595 Six Pines Drive
The Woodlands, TX 77380
(281) 419-4252
www.grottorestaurants.com
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The Flavors of Louisiana are at Schilleci’s New Orleans Kitchen

Taste the flavors of Louisiana at Schilleci’s New Orleans Kitchen in The Woodlands. Conveniently located near the Market Street shops, it's an ideal spot to stop in for lunch. Diners love the complimentary basket of Cajun potato chips. The menu offers all of the standards of Big Easy cuisine, like chicken and sausage gumbo, etouffe, jambalaya, and po'boys (try one with sloppy roast beef). Just be sure to save room for beignets (New Orleans-style doughnuts) and a French Press coffee. Come by on Wednesday or Thursday for "Wine Lovers Night" and take advantage of $10 off any bottle of wine. Regulars love Schilleci's for its friendly service and cozy space.

9595 Six Pines Drive, Suite 1120
The Woodlands, TX 77380
(281) 419-4242
www.schillecis.com
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Atsumi Asian Kitchen Sushi Bar: For When You’re Craving Sushi and General Tso’s

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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Make Breakfast Sweet and Delicious at Donut-licious in Spring

Sweet tooths with a more refined palate should try Donut-licious in Spring. This grown-up doughnut shop is perfect for foodies, but the menu here also appeals to doughnut purists. Flavors like red velvet, bacon maple, and strawberry shortcake perfectly blend sweet and savory ingredients, while more unique options, like the boudin doughnut, are great for more adventurous diners. To add to the flavorful appeal, all of Donut-licious’ doughnut are also decorated with fun, colorful swirls, rainbow sprinkles and other types of flair.

If you’re looking to add some caffeine to your sugar rush, you’ll also find strong, brewed coffee and even sweeter Vietnamese coffee. With a bright, modern interior and easy to-go ordering, Donut-licious is a great place to grab breakfast for yourself or your whole crew.

Donut-licious
1535 Spring Cypress Road
Spring, TX 77388
(281) 288-1778
www.yelp.com/biz/donut-licious-spring

Beck’s Prime: Texas Burgers

Beck’s Prime focuses on fresh, top-quality fare, made to order and grilled over mesquite coals. That means your burger is very fresh and prepared just for you.

Beck's burgers are made with certified Angus beef chuck that’s ground in-house. Order the California Burger and you get yours bedecked with Swiss cheese, guacamole, lettuce & tomato. The Bill’s Burger comes with sautéed onions, cheddar, bacon, jalapenos, prime sauce & lettuce. Hearty sandwiches include Grilled Chicken, Ahi Tuna, Ribeye, and Hickory Prime Pork. Pair your sammie with some Hand-Cut Idaho Fries, Sweet Potato Fries, Parmesan Crisps, Southwestern Black Beans, Broccoli Coleslaw, or Rice. Add on a creamy shake in Chocolate, Vanilla, or Strawberries & Cream if you'd like a sweet treat with your meal.

Visit Beck's Prime's website to learn more about this Spring, Texas spot!

Beck's Prime
2120 Buckthorne Place
Spring, TX 77380
(281) 367-3600
www.becksprime.com
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Mooyah Burger: Tasty Tasty

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
www.yelp.com/biz/mooyah-burger-spring

Jasper’s: Gourmet Upgrades on Classic Comfort

Celebrate a special occasion at Jasper's, an upscale restaurant offering gourmet upgrades on classic American comfort food. The creation of Executive Chef Kent Rathburn, an Iron Chef America winner and James Beard Award nominee, Jasper's features a sophisticated, yet modern, decor appropriate for special occasions.

Start with the Maytag Blue Cheese Potato Chips or a basket of the homemade bread with roasted garlic-herb butter. Many customers come for the Slow Smoked Baby Back Ribs, which were recognized by Bon Appetit as one of the top three racks in the country. These tender treats are coated with Ancho barbecue sauce and served with a side of Creamy Baked Potato Salad. If barbecue isn't your style, try an Allen Brothers Steak with a side of aged Gouda Mac and Cheese.

Prices reflect the quality and reputation of Chef Rathburn, but for those on a budget, the lunch menu offers a better deal on signature dishes. Or, enjoy happy hour on the patio from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m., daily, with $5 wine, beer, cocktails, and small plates. Dinner reservations are recommended.

Jasper's
9595 6 Pines Drive, Suite 900
The Woodlands, TX 77380
(281) 298-6600
www.jaspers-restaurant.com
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Hummingbird Tea Room and Bakery

Hummingbird Tea Room and Bakery is a delightful spot to take a break from the hustle and bustle and bask in a serene setting with a cup of tea and a homemade scone. Tea is available either in bulk by the pound, or to drink there by the cup or pot.

Their myriad teas includes Organic Earl Grey, Bombay Chai, Organic Lopsang Souchong, White Lotus, Marrakesh Mint, Orchid Oolong, and Chamomile Citrus. They also have organic brewed coffee and espresso drinks. In addition to yummy Scones, Cookies and Muffins, they have breakfast offerings like Omelets, Stuffed Croissants, Waffles and Sausage Rolls. The lunch menu features a Turkberry Sandwich with roasted turkey, Swiss cheese & cranberry sauce, and a Brie Baguette with brie cheese, tomato, fig preserves, tomato, cucumber & basil.

Hummingbird Tea Room and Bakery is open Monday through Saturday.

Hummingbird Tea Room and Bakery
30420 FM 2978
Spring, TX 77382
(281) 419-8362
www.hummingbirdtearoom.com/wp
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White Flamingo: Fabulous Food in a Casual Atmosphere

Fine dining can still be casual, especially at the White Flamingo. A perfect place for a tasty lunch or classy dinner, the White Flamingo offers fantastic food in a classy, casual atmosphere. Located not too far away from Millenium Waterway, diners come into the White Flamingo and notice the beautiful tables, all with white linen tablecloths. The lunch sandwiches are hearty and come with a bowl of the day’s soup. Or try a salad, especially the special Ginger Mandarin or Strawberry Avocado salads. For dinner, enjoy a tasty appetizer and move on to outstanding chicken, seafood, or steak entrees. And don’t pass up the dessert cart, which changes every day. Having an event? The White Flamingo is the perfect place for birthdays, anniversaries or larger events. The restaurant is open every day for lunch and dinner, and for breakfast on the weekends.

White Flamingo
24307 Aldine Westfield Road
Spring, TX 77386
(281) 907-0778

www.awhiteflamingorestaurant.com
www.yelp.com/biz/the-white-flamingo-spring

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