Grapevine Restaurants

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Mac's American Grill* offered a great start to Sunday brunch, a fruit and pastry bar. Our favorite tidbit from the bar: mini-cinnamon rolls baked fresh and warm from the oven! Umm, delicious! The assorted fruit offered was perfectly ripe and tasty, as well.

The dining room was nicely decorated,spacious and arranged in sections, so as not to feel cavernous. Our waitress was adept at her job, in bringing out our tea/coffee and taking our orders promptly.

The wonderful brunch menu listed items such as:

Eggs benedict $11.05
Huevos Rancheros $10.75
Mushroom and Spinach Omelet $10.75
Steak and Eggs $17.75

Once you're shown your table, waste little time before sampling the fruit and pastry bar. You can go as many times as you like. I noticed some plates were piled high with those yummy mini-cinnamon rolls!Your meal order will be taken from the menu.

There was a steady stream of people going in and out of Macs when we visited, testifying to the popularity of their Sunday brunch. Brunch hours are 9:30am-2:30pm. We were very happy with our meals!

*Mac's American Grill is actually in Colleyville, Texas but since I don't have a page for that I am placing it in Grapevine's page.

This is THE place for sushi/sahimi/roe. The rolls are fresh & large. A super deal @ lunch, many are about 2/3 price. Closed for lunch only on Sat./Sun, though. The freshness and "sea-ness" of the raw foods were what really struck my wife & I. After all, this place is not near the fishing grounds (not much sashimi comes from the Gulf). Try the roe appetizer served in lg. martini glass w/uni & 4 colors/tastes of smelt roes (omit the green wasabi-flavored one per your tastes). Even the saba was outstanding. Some other raters gave low marks...can't understand why? We visited here a lot during our week-long stay.

Yes, America is all about fast food. It's cheap, fast, and easy! While in Grapevine I always make sure to stop at Taco Bueno!! It is great tex-mex food with a lower price. Although loaded in calories I always save one meal to splurge and this is definitely the one!

*No alcohol is available like some places around here though.

Favorite Dish: My favorite meal is the Mucho Nachos (without the chili sauce or refried beans) with a soft beef taco. It is enough for two people, unless you're really hungry!! They put plenty of queso and tomatos on top which I always enjoy. However, because of all the the toppings some of the chips lose their crunch. I love it!! My mom hates nachos like that so be advised!

The tacos both hard and crispy are fantastic. I've heard the tortilla soup is great, although it's usually only available in the colder months. The mexi-dip is also great. You get beans, guacamole, and a cheese puff to dip your chips in.

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The Rainforest Cafe is always a hit with the kids! The tropical decor and animated animals make it a great place for lunch or dinner. Of course, you usually have to nagivate the gift shop first where there are lots of cute toys within.

While the grandkids were staying with us we dined at this restaurant three times in two different locations. A kid-size cheese pizza and a plate of three mini burgers cost $5.99 each. Adults entrees tend to be more expensive: chicken quesadilla $8.99 and Chicken Caesar Salad about $13.99, I believe.

For those unfamiliar with this chain, you'll experience a thunderstorm during your time here, as well as, see the animals seemingly come to life. I highly recommend it for kids!

I had heard very complimentary things about Bob's Steak and Chop House, but we didn't experience it first hand until attending a retirement party there last week.

As we pulled up to the restaurant, valet service took our car and we blew into the building. It was very windy that evening! Our group of 30 people were led to a small room at one end of the restaurant--it was cozy and felt quite private.

Happily, we didn't have a set menu, but were able to order as we pleased, which I thought was very nice! I chose the small filet mignon capped with a portobello mushroom and drizzled with a mushroom sauce, garlic "smashed" potatoes, green beans and a half size tossed salad. The meal was delectable! My husband ordered the salmon with baked potato and vegetables--he ate every bite!

The service was impeccable. Our waiter stood by our table attentively, anticipating our every need....whisking our plates away swiftly, yet quietly. I highly recommend Bob's Steak and Chop House for an excellent repast and great service.

Someone recommended Esparza's when we were actually asking for directions to another restaurant in Grapevine. We were told, "You won't regret stopping by.

We glimpsed many people gathered outside sipping drinks and engaged in animated conversation on the patio. The friendly atmosphere snagged us!

Dining outdoors would have been nice, but we were told that only drinks were served on the patio, so were escorted to our table.

After viewing the extensive menu, my husband and I ordered Chicken Flautus ($8.99) which consisted of shredded chicken in a crispy corn tortilla with refried beans and ranchero sauce accompanied by guacamole and sour cream. It was very good!

Other entrees served are:

Chicken Chimichunga ($8.99)-a flour tortilla stuffed with chicken deep fried, accompanied by ranchero sauce with refried beans

Seafood Tostadas ($10.99)-a sauteed crabmeat blend with shrimp, bell peppers, onions on two flour tortillas

Pollo Poblano ($9.99)-grilled chicken breast topped with slices of poblano pepper, monterey jack cheese and ranchero sauce.

Complimentary nachos and salsa were brought to the table before ordering.

Their menu stated, "Famous for Tex-Mex; Notorious for Margaritas"

Favorite Dish: Chicken Flautus!

There are a few restaurants within the Metroplex we enjoy frequenting when we have the craving for Italian food--Cafe Italia is one of these.

This intimate-sized restaurant on the outskirts of Grapevine offers a fairly extensive menu. My usual choice is either Rigatoni with Vodka Sauce or the Chicken Fettucine Alfredo--both are excellent. The meals include salad and rolls. Cannoli for dessert would be a wise choice!

It's byob, so don't hesitate to bring your own wine if desired. Our most recent dining experience was a pleasant one with friends. We were served promptly, enabling us to head to Grapevine's Palace Theatre for a Friday night show in plenty of time!

Cafe Italian also has another restaurant in Grapevine at 2631 Ira E. Woods.

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I'm not a coffee lover, but I do enjoy tea. I especially enjoy tearooms! This particular one has changed names a couple times and was formerly known as Grapevine Tea Room and Willow Cottage Tea Room.

Let's Pretend Tea Parties and Tea Room is a pleasant place to celebrate, whether it's a special occasion or not. I think a visit is particularly nice when it's for a birthday, so I invited my friend, Janice, to go there for hers.

As we entered the tea room, we noticed pretty curtains used as focal points on the wall. Some were chintz and others in subtle, petite prints with silk rose tiebacks. Glass-topped tables were draped in floral tablecloths and white wainscoting accented the pretty pink walls. This tearoom definitely exuded femininity. China teapots as centerpieces held a bouquet of flowers at each table. Unique teapot-style lamps lit the tables.

We each ordered the Trio Salad for $8.95--there were several choices of salads, three to be chosen. I selected Pasta Salad, Chicken Salad and a Signature Salad which included pecans. Other choices could include pimiento salad and fruit salad. We agreed that our selection was delicious! Walk-in hours are Weds.-Fri. 11am-2pm.

Let's Pretend Tea parties for the younger set seem to be popular with birthday celebrations.