Shipley Do-Nuts is a small chain of doughnut shops that has served its own unique blend of doughnuts and kolaches for more than 78 years. The La Porte location is an area favorite for breakfast or a sweet treat anytime throughout the day because of its convenient drive-through and its delicious selection of baked goods.

Traditional glazed doughnuts are some of the shop’s most popular items, but it also serves yeast, filled, and cake doughnuts in a variety of flavors to offer customers even more options. For those with more savory tastes, Shipley Do-Nuts serves warm kolaches filled with sausage and cheese or ham and cheese that make a hearty breakfast. Hot coffee also pairs perfectly with any of the shop’s items.

Whether you come to work on the free Wi-Fi or to take a dozen to go, locals say Shipley Do-Nuts is a tasty and convenient choice.

Shipley Do-Nuts
120 North Highway 146
La Porte TX, 77571
(281) 842-9522
www.shipleydonuts.com

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Casa Anita’s Restaurant is the type of Mexican fare eatery that makes each dish based on generations of traditional preparation, and you might just taste the authenticity with every bite! Sauce-covered enchiladas, charbroiled carne asada, and crispy tacos are just a few of the hearty options at the casual restaurant, while large portions of nachos smothered in meats and cheeses are made to share amongst the table. Casa Anita’s also offers strong margaritas, wine by the glass, and Mexican beers for of-age guests to enjoy with dinner.

Inside, the restaurant is decorated with festive flags and banners in Mexico’s signature colors of red, green and white, while four-person tables with matching red leather chairs and wooden accent walls create separate dining areas throughout the space. Enjoy the affordably priced lunch specials on your break at work, or stop by for a lively happy hour at Casa Anita’s.

Casa Anita’s Restaurant
1309 W. Fairmont Parkway
La Porte, TX 77571
(281) 842-9704
www.casaanitas.net/laporte
www.yelp.com/biz/casa-anitas-restaurant-la-porte

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