Grapevine Restaurants

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The Gaylord Texan Resort offered several unique places in which to dine. The River Walk Cafe was designed to resemble a restaurant along the authentic river walk in San Antonio, Texas. It was quite realistic! Entertainment featured music from South of the Border and the menu held a variety of tempting entrees.

All types of breads and rolls began the buffet, then several types of cheese, followed by cold shrimp and assorted salads and raw vegetables, next came the entrees: fish, ham, beef, poultry and even pizza and quesadillas. The dessert bar had ice cream and all sorts of cakes, cookies, and sweet confections!

We bought tickets for the dinner theatre which began after the buffet. The murder mystery was presented following the meal. Likeable characters produced a wacky comedy keeping the audience laughing and involved. At the conclusion, the audience was asked to select who they thought had committed the devious deed! It was an enjoyable event.

Favorite Dish: The buffet had much to offer hungry patrons!

Lazy Bones is a laid back type of restaurant that is void of anything fancy on the outside, but has very good food on the inside. The interior looks like its been transported from the 50's.

Whenever I see quesadilla on the menu, I go for it! The chicken quesadilla was one of the best I've tasted ($6.95). They offer uncommon appetizers such as:

Corn Poppers (bite-sized breaded creamed corn, fried and served with ranch dressing);
Fried Pickles (breaded, then deep fried until a golden brown) or
Fried Mushrooms--to name a few.

Lunch items run the gamut from Cardiac Chili Cheese Burger
Lazy Bones Wings
Assorted Wraps
Fish Tacos
Philly Sandwich
Pizza
Catfish Platter and more

A reminder on the menu advertised: Our Famous Homemade Fried Pies are back!

Lunch specials are served Mon.-Fri. 11am-2:30 pm. I imagine this is a busy place in the evenings.

Favorite Dish: Chicken Quesadilla--I'm in a rut, but this was delicious!

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Wandering around Main Street during Grapefest made us hungry and we were famished around mid-day. As we neared Weinberger's we saw every bench and table outside the deli was filled--a good indication that there is something good inside!

Inside we read a sign that amused us. In so many words we were warned...you'd better know what you want before you order otherwise you'll only be taking up time and slowing down the line!! But not to worry, we encountered very pleasant servers behind the counter.

I ordered a Chicago style Hot Dog--an all beef hot dog garnished with yellow mustard, green sweet relish, chopped onions, tomato wedge, a few peppers and flavored with celery salt and pickle. It was delish!

A nice couple shared their table with us beneath a shady umbrella. They informed us that Weinberger's was an extremely popular deli whose family has been in business since the 1950's.

Favorite Dish: Order a hot dog topped with chili, a hot pastrami or Italian meatball sub, chicken Caesar wrap, a Reuben Sandwich, chicken salad or chose from many other selections!

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!

Biscuits is a fairly new restaurant in Grapevine which serves delicious and filling breakfasts. You'll find a spotless, no-frills restaurant that serves up a good meal--if you're hungry, stop by one morning!

When we stopped, just about every table was occupied, but we were seated quickly. After changing my mind at least twice, I selected a fried egg sunny-side-up with two strips of crisp bacon and a homemade biscuit, which was served warm and just about melted in my mouth. My husband's blueberry pancakes were light and tasty with his bacon fried just as he likes it.

After talking with the manager, we found out that this restaurant was first established in Oregon. In fact, several other BISCUITS restaurants were located there, too. Grapevine was the first venture out of Oregon. Fortunately for us!

Favorite Dish: I think any choice would be delicious!

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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Unto the Glass is a small gourmet cafe located along Grapevine's Main Street. This intimate sized cafe with bar serves great appetizers/tapas.

Some appetizer choices:
Smoked Salmon & Potato Crostini ($10)
Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Hummus ($9)
Roasted Garlic & Goat Cheese ($9)

Oil Paintings accent the walls above the dining tables, adding an artsy appeal.

A friend and I enjoyed the Brie and Chicken Nachos starter ($10) which we shared--it was huge! This unique combination of melted brie, cranberries, chopped tomatoes, diced chicken over nachos was wonderful--watch the dried pepper flakes--wow! This makes a meal in itself and we really didn't have to order anything else, but...we did.

We ordered a chicken salad with grapes, diced tomatoes, diced chicken and small chunks of brie and I think bits of cranberries, asking that it be halved, as well. ($10) Even by doing so, our portions were a good size. I added iced tea as my beverage.

The menu includes many assorted salads:
Warm Bacon Spinach Salad
Shrimp Salad, Greek Salad
Grilled Chicken Salad
Flori's Chicken Tinga Tostatas and others.

Fried Bologna Club or Smoked Turkey Melt are just two of several sandwiches they offer.

Entrees fit for an evening meal are:
New York Strip ($16)
Beef Tips & Rice ($13)
Chicken & Dumplins ($13)
Mom's Meatloaf.

We followed our lunch with a Red Velvet Cake drizzled with sour cream and topped with berries--rich, delicious and divided between the two of us! My share of the meal was $15.

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The Main Street Bread Baking Company is a bakery, a cafe and a restaurant all blended into one very nice place to eat!

After browsing all the interesting shops along Main Street with friends or just by myself, I've enjoyed a flavorful Chicken Caesar Salad or just nibbled on a flakey piece of pastry with tea. Either way... it's a pleasant stop.

A small coffee bar is set to one side of the eatery for cozy cafe-type seating, while additional dining areas take the overflow or hold special gatherings.

The glass pastry case displays numerous samples of sugary delights. I'm sure there is something here for everyone's taste!