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Sundance Square's fabulous 8.0 Restaurant and Bar is popular with all ages who want healthy, delicious food at almost any hour. The dinner hour lasts late for theater goers who are hungry at 10:30pm; no drink is impossible at the bar. At the opposite end of the spectrum, but still in Sundance Square, is Billy Miner's Saloon, where half-pound burgers, steak or grilled chicken sandwiches, and ice cold longnecks or frozen Margaritas are the order of the day.

Upscale casual Mexican food can be found at Cabo, The Original MixMex Grill. It is a blend of South and Central American, Yucatan, and Southwestern flavors. A red and yellow neon sign marks the spot; mounted sailfish and TVs tuned to sports characterize the interior. Caravan of Dreams is an unusual multi-floor performing arts center with a spectacular rooftop bar, an intimate live music club on the first floor, and a 212-seat theater on the second floor. Food is fairly basic, since you are there to be entertained rather than to eat fancy food&emdash;and be sure to arrive early: serving stops before the headliner's show.

Ellington's Southern Table offers fabulous Southern home cooking in a cool dark interior with exposed red brick walls and dark wood tables and accents. Choose from steak, seafood, ribs, fried chicken, meat loaf or pot roast to name a few entrees; sides include mashed potatoes (of course!), butter beans and black-eyed peas, and fresh turnip greens among others. Beer and wine are available. Firehall Marketplace Deli is actually a fast food restaurant with no drive-through—you walk to it when you are downtown. With a good variety of breakfast goodies priced very comfortably, plenty of choices in lunch sandwiches, hot dogs, burgers, or pizza, and loaded baked potatoes with non-alcoholic beverages, this is a favorite with Fort Worth downtowners.

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium, another Shannon Wynne (of 8.0 fame) concept that has been repeated across the country. With 225 varieties of beer, a large game room, and live entertainment, the Emporium has quickly become a favorite. There is also a section with shirts, ballcaps, and the like to buy for souvenirs—and of course, food.

Great American Steakhouse and Pub is one of Fort Worth's top restaurants, offering succulent steaks, margarita crab cakes, roast chicken, unusual appetizers, yeast breads, and yummy desserts. Elegant décor is the order of the day, along with attentive service and a full bar. An upscale bistro with a true international flavor, Pangaea boasts Japanese décor, a Taiwanese owner/chef, and foods of the world. From pasta to seafood, fish to game, and beef and pork to vegetarian delights, the menu is varied enough to please the pickiest palate. Parthenon, while on the subject of international fare, is downtown's Greek bistro, offering traditional Greek goodies like moussaka, pastitsio, stuffed grape leaves and, of course, gyros at lunch and adding lamb, beef, and pork for dinner.

Randall's Cafe, Wine Bar, ∧ Cheesecakery, thought by some to have the best cheesecake in Texas, has added sea scallops, guinea hen, steak, pasta, and yellowfin tuna to its fare. The wine list, though limited, complements the entrees perfectly. And guess what's for dessert in 60 varieties? There is also a Euro-style market where you can buy dry pasta, wine, and, of course, cheesecake.

Reata, on the 35th floor of the Bank One building, is decorated like an elegant Texas cattle ranch; beef, of course, is the primary entrée. Still, game, fish, and fowl have places of honor on the menu as well, along with southwestern traditional dishes. The bar is well stocked to provide almost any drink you can think of.

Reflections at The Worthington Hotel offers romantic ambience with a business casual dress code. The menu is full of exotic entrees, unusual accompaniments, and desserts like poppy-seed soufflé and boysenberry ice cream sundaes. Of course, there's a fully stocked bar. Sundance Market and Deli is also a coffeehouse, bakery and cafeteria where weekend guests hear live jazz by local artists. Gourmet salads, meat loaf, and King Ranch chicken are featured along with awesome veggies, deli sandwiches you build yourself, fresh desserts, and gourmet coffee.

It is always Mardi Gras at Razzoo's Cajun Café, where the meat and seafood are often blackened and the boudin spicy. The spectacular drinks from the full bar, together with the seafood-heavy menu, will make you swear you are in New Orleans!

If drinking is higher on your list than eating, try the Black Dog Tavern. Pool tables and dartboards join comfortable chairs and mahogany stools to invite relaxing; Colorado Black Dog Ale is featured along with other varieties. Music is important here, with open-mike amateur night on Thursdays and jazz jams on Sundays. Or try the Springbok Pub, operated by former South African Warren Coetzer as a tribute to his home country's hospitality and the sport of rugby. The game room has billiards and darts and a huge rugby video library; domestic and imported lager, beer, and ale are featured with many brands on tap and specialty brews available in bottles.

South

The Balcony of Ridglea is a romantic supper club featuring late-night dining on weekends with traditional continental cuisine and Sunday brunch, when the full bar does serve champagne and mimosas! Café Aspen offers contemporary American fare in a country club atmosphere with live music on weekends. From champagne salmon to walnut-crusted chicken breast or grilled beef tenderloin with blackberry Beaujolais sauce, the selections are tempting. Extensive wine list is available by the bottle or glass.

Edelweiss Restaurant offers Bavarian charm and substantial fare. Wine is available, but there is a larger selection of domestic and imported beer, much of it on tap. Typical pizzeria décor without checked tablecloths accompanies the smell of fresh baked pizza dough at Palermo's. Targeted toward family fun, Palermo's menu features pizza, sub sandwiches, and homemade pastas; espresso, coffee, tea, and soft drinks.

For a taste of Old World Germany complete with a cuckoo clock, try the Bavarian Bakery and Café. The food is hearty and German, the desserts sweet, and the classic beer and wine selection very German.

Magnolia Avenue

Bangkok City offers contemporary cuisine with shabby chic décor in a recently renovated area just west of downtown. Featuring mostly seafood highlighted by unusual spices, its lunch buffet serves as a sampler of the extensive variety of entrees. BJ Keefer's is a local favorite because of its relaxed atmosphere and great specialty burgers, all hand formed and grilled over an open flame. Chicken fried steak and grilled catfish are also on the local favorite list. A great Tex-Mex tradition turns healthy at Hot Damn, Tamales! Maintaining their delicious spicy taste, the tamales are cooked with vegetable shortening instead of the traditional lard and include meat-filled and meatless varieties. You can buy tamales to eat in, take out, or frozen to take home.

Scampi's is a cozy lunch eatery with a great Italian menu—and a romantic dinner hideaway in the evenings with about twice the selection and ambiance offered at lunch. Traditional Italian entrees, crisp salads, and hearty soups are the order of the day; you can bring your own wine to enjoy with your meal if you like. A classic 1950s style diner, Paris Coffee Shop offers coffee, conversation, and substantial breakfast and lunch fare. Choose eggs any style with bacon and toast for breakfast; lunch selections include fried chicken, liver and onions, and catfish; and desserts are yummy.

King Tut Restaurant features Egyptian, Greek, and Middle Eastern cuisine; the sampler appetizer includes a variety of goodies you may not have tried before. Entrees come with Greek salads and include unusual combinations of meats and vegetables and spices; vegetarians will love all their choices here. Desserts feature baklava and Turkish coffee.

Cultural District/TCU

Bella Italia features unusual game dishes like buffalo, elk, ostrich, emu, quail, venison, Texas antelope, and caribou as well as traditional Italian recipes. Unique appetizers and side dishes enhance your dining experience; there is a full bar. Blue Mesa Grill is one of the top Southwestern restaurants in the Metroplex, featuring blue tortilla chips and house made sweet potato chips, blue crab and shrimp cakes, red chile crusted salmon, Texas rib eye, and a variety of Southwestern pastas. Of course, Blue Margaritas are the signature drink, or try a different drink made with one of their 50 premium tequilas.

Encore, opened in 1999, is an elegant French bistro where herbs, fresh vegetables, and beautiful presentations enhance each entrée. Soups, salads, and sandwiches are offered at lunch and as lighter alternatives for dinner. An extensive wine list offers pricing to fit any pocketbook. Four Star Coffee Bar, once a fish market, has been renovated with muraled walls and hand painted tables. Hand roasted coffee beans from around the world are featured here, along with flavored, decaffeinated coffees. Breakfast and lunch are served daily with a number of non-meat options as well as traditional roast beef, chicken, and tuna sandwiches.

For rowdy fun in a gaudy diner atmosphere, try Fred's Café. Mile high burgers and fresh fries are the order of the day here; Wednesday is pizza night and Fridays are Tex-Mex. Hoffbrau Steaks, one of Texas' most popular steak houses, has multiple locations across the Metroplex. With everything from a wide variety of steaks to chicken, burgers, and shrimp, there is something for everyone at Hoffbrau. The onion rings are to die for, but don't discount the fresh-cooked veggies. There is a good selection of beer including Scottish Ale, Pilsner, and Porter.

Some of Texas's best home cooking is offered at the Jubilee Café—crispy chicken fried steak, grilled pork chops, fried catfish, with fried green tomatoes (really!) or corn casserole. Country breakfasts are popular with the locals, and there plenty of non-alcoholic beverages. Bellagio Italian Bistro offers traditional Italian fare with tasty sides and decadent desserts; beer and wins are available. For Mediterranean favorites with a New American twist, try Bistro Louise. Salads with the freshest ingredients accompany beef and seafood favorites, followed by unusual desserts and accompanied by wine or something stronger from the bar.

Family-owned Caro's Mexican Restaurant has been in business since 1947 with good reason: family recipes prepared from scratch using only the freshest ingredients. Unusual treatments of popular Mexican dishes are enhanced by authentic Mexican beer. Charleston's Steak House presents tasty appetizers, mouth-watering steak and seafood entrees with creatively prepared sides, and incredible desserts. With your meal, enjoy a glass of thoughtfully selected wine—or a thick milkshake!

Fishmonger's Seafood Market ∧ Grill, a former market, expanded into a delightful family-friendly restaurant serving all fresh fish, shrimp, and clams whose natural flavors are enhance with minimal seasonings. House specialty gumbo is full of fish, veggies, and Cajun spices for a hearty appetizer or main dish. Alcohol is served, though not from a full bar. Maritage offers New American cuisine with an Italian flair. Rich game or seafood entrees and unusual sides at dinner are complemented by sandwiches, pasta, and veggie dishes at lunch. Luscious desserts and a full bar complete the experience.

Unique pastas, hearty salads, and creative presentations characterize lunches at Michael's Restaurant and Ancho Chile Bar. Dinner is even more spectacular, with traditional southwestern fare served up with the flavor of Mexico. The Ancho Bar is cigar-friendly for ladies and gentlemen. Milano's Pizza and Pasta Restaurant is just that, serving up traditional pasta and pizza with huge house salads with tangy tomato-basil vinaigrette dressing.

Menus that change with the seasons characterize the global flavor of The Pegasus. From unique appetizers through delightfully outrageous entrees and a thoughtful wine selection, each dish is a gourmet moment all by itself. Put it all together for a truly memorable dining experience. By contrast, the Railhead Smokehouse is an unabashed Texas barbecue restaurant with tender ribs, juicy brisket, salami, chicken, bologna, ham, and turkey accompanied by traditional beans, potato salad, or coleslaw and finished off with a huge glass of iced tea combine for a real Texas meal. More than 35 Italian specialties are prepared in open kitchens at Romano's Macaroni Grill, where the tables are covered in butcher paper and crayons are provided to vent your creative urges. Menus are set by a team of chefs to ensure consistently high standards; house wines are in large jugs that you pour yourself on the honor system. Just tell the waiter how much you poured. Thick sandwiches, hearty soups, and homemade desserts make the Swiss Pastry Shop a favorite with locals. A wide assortment of unusual breads makes choosing a pleasure; order by the piece or whole to eat in or take out.

Szechuan Restaurant offers more than 150 items, all prepared from fresh ingredients. Tasty sauces served on the side enhance the flavors; dishes prepared with low-sodium soy sauce and fat-free ones are available. Sardines Ristorante Italiano is funky and fun, with a traditional Italian menu of pastas with savory sauces and lovely seafood, yummy desserts, and a full bar with excellent wines.

For teens and young Christians who want an alcohol-free, smoke-free place to enjoy music and dancing, Club 412, sponsored by a church, offers such an opportunity. Many members of the bands who play here plan to go into the ministry. Friday nights are for new dance steps and DJs; Saturdays are for harder core and rap artists. On either night, plentiful refreshments are available.

Stockyards Area

Cattlemen's Steak House, in the stockyards since 1947, is a beef institution where you choose your steak from the glass butcher case. If you are not a red meat eater, there is a good selection of superb seafood and chicken; legendary house specialties include the blue cheese vinaigrette and homemade dinner rolls. Popular California wines are featured on the wine list. El Asadero, a family-owned delight with a traditional Tex-Mex menu, offers all the standard favorites with a few surprises. Specialty meats are marinated and charbroiled Mexican style, and it is all very comfortably priced.

Sunday brunch all day on weekends is a nice addition to the usual at Esperanza's Bakery & Café. Along with traditional lunch and specialty items are offered unique Mexican-style breads and pastries, all in quaint cheery surroundings. The huge open hickory grill at H3 Ranch Grill in the legendary Stockyards Hotel gets your attention right away; it commands the whole area and is the reason for its uniqueness. Of course steak is the specialty here, but suckling pig and rainbow trout are also grilled on that monster, as are many of the sides. Weekend brunches are also awesome.

Not just another Mexican restaurant, Joe T. Garcia's is a Fort Worth institution. The setting is breathtaking, with fiesta gardens, colorful plants, and lots of pools and fountains; the specialty drinks made from a family recipe brought from Monterrey; and the food is the ultimate in Mexican cuisine.

For the ultimate party experience, be sure to visit Billy Bob's Texas. Multiple dance floors, country Western dancing lessons (free!), mechanical bull, live bull riding, cold beer, hot music from the biggest names in Country Western music, and a huge store with everything Western you can imagine—it's all at Billy Bob's.

And for a real Old West style saloon, there is the White Elephant Saloon. The décor is real down-home, with lots of western memorabilia and zillions of cowboy hats, elephant artifacts and elephants from all over the world! There is a brass foot rail at the bar, pool tables, a dance floor, and plenty of live or recorded music.

Other Areas

Keys Lounge is hopping with blues from Friday through Sunday, plus there are wild jam sessions on Thursdays. Many of the artists are recording live CDs as they perform. Darts and pool are available if you want more than just music; and there is a limited menu to keep you from starving.

Saltgrass Steak House is very Texas and very sort of rough-hewn, with a patio area overlooking a small lake. Hearty steak house fare includes steak, chicken, shrimp, sides, and Shiner Bock beer bread with a good wine list.

Ruffino's Ristorante Italiano, located in a high-dollar area, offers a romantic elegance with a new Italian menu full of gourmet options. Traditional fare is joined by salmon sciarpa and Portobello tower; a good selection of beer and wine complements the meal.

Pappasito's and its Cajun sibling Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen almost always pair up and locate next door to each other, as is the case here. The upscale Mexican food here is to die for; the quality is the best and the portions huge. There are always new gourmet items joining the traditional fajitas and enchiladas, and the service is impeccable.

J. Christen's Grill and Bar, just a couple of miles from Texas Motor Speedway, is a sports bar decorated in a racing motif, but it can still offer a romantic intimacy. No typical bar fare here—everything is prepared and presented beautifully (and spicily!), especially steak and burgers. Popular desserts and a full bar complete the experience.

Celaborelle offers West Asian food with an eclectic flair. Lamb, beef, and chicken as well as vegetarian options are served at both lunch and dinner at very comfortable prices.

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8.0 Restaurant & Bar

Live music, great food in Sundance Square

111 East Third Street
Fort Worth, TX 76102
United States
+1 817 336 0880

In business since 1995, 8.0 enjoys a prime location at Sundance Square in downtown Fort Worth. The interior is decorated with murals painted by local artists; live music is performed every weekend by celebrities such as Collin Hill. The lunch and dinner menu selections are eclectic and health conscious. Entrees include baked fish in lemon butter sauce, traditional pasta dishes and a variety of 8.0's own blue plate specials. House specialty drinks include martinis and blue things(frozen margaritas).

Review © 2007, Wcities

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Bangkok City

Spicy food in an eclectic atmosphere 3615 E Lancaster
Fort Worth, TX 76104
United States
+1 817 927 3220 The aura of Downtown Fort Worth is exemplified in the surroundings of this distinctive dining establishment. Contemporary, chic furnishings are complemented by contemporary fare, including seafood and a collection of Thai spices. The best bet for lunch in Bangkok City is the buffet, which serves as a sampler for all of the entrees available. Menu favorites include red curry chicken, and the spicy seafood soup.The restaurant is also well known for its vegetarian entrees, which are made with tofu instead of meat.

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Bella Italia

Italian food made with wild game 5139 Camp Bowie Boulevard
(at Merrick Street)
Fort Worth, TX 76107
United States
+1 817 738 1700 With Bella Italia, owner Carlo Croci adds on to his success of the original Bella Italia in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Unusual game fare is served here, including gourmet entrees made with buffalo, elk, ostrich, emu, quail, venison, Texas antelope and caribou. Traditional Italian recipes are served as well. House specialties include savory elk with porcini mushroom sauce, delicious salmon in Pernod sauce, delicate orange roughy with olive oil and herbs, and luscious linguine with grilled chicken. Reservations are not taken, so come early and enjoy a drink with friends while you wait at the bar.

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Billy Miner's Saloon

A taste of the Old West 150 West Third Street
(Sundance Square)
Fort Worth, TX 76102
United States
+1 817 877 3301
http://cyberrodeo.com/billyminers This is one of downtown Fort Worth's favorite restaurants. Located in Sundance Square across the street from the Worthington Hotel, it is also within walking distance from the Fort Worth/Tarrant County Convention Center. Billy Miner's serves excellent food and provides good entertainment in an old-western atmosphere. Specialties include the half-pound burgers, Billy's steak sandwich and the grilled chicken sandwich. The ice cold long necks and frozen margaritas serve as the perfect accompaniment.

Review © 2007, Wcities

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Black Dog Tavern

Neighborhood-style bar 903 Throckmorton Street
Fort Worth, TX 76102
United States
+1 817 332 8190 Climbing down a flight of stairs transports you to this warm, sheltered tavern reminiscent of neighborhood spots that graced the streets in days gone by. Opened in 1997, Black Dog Tavern is a favorite of the younger crowd. Walls painted a warm shade of red bring the mahogany-colored stools, tables and chairs to life. The comfortable setting invites lively conversation and laughter. Pool tables and dartboards are strategically placed to allow some friendly competition without overtaking the bar. The bar features Black Dog Ale from Colorado, in addition to other varieties bearing the tavern's name. Music is another subdued feature: Sunday night features a jazz jam, while thursday is reserved for an open-mike amateur's night.

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Caro's Mexican Restaurant

Recipes as old as the Aztecs 3605 Bluebonnet Circle
Fort Worth, TX 76109
United States
Caro's Mexican Food, a family owned restaurant, has been serving Fort Worth residents since the 1940s. Owner Lou Caro Whitten boasts that his recipes, which have been handed down from generations are as old as the Aztecs. At the front, an ornate carved wood entrance door extends a warm welcome to all visitors. Mexican breakfast is a big hit here and is in demand all day long; try the chorizo sausage and eggs or migas (scrambled eggs, tortilla chips, onions, tomatoes, bell peppers and jalapenos). Specialty dinner entrees include the Mexican spaghetti (made from fideo noodles), complete with a rich, spicy sauce of tomatoes, green peppers and pork and the arroz con pollo, a half chicken liberally seasoned with Mexican spices.

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Cattlemen's Steak House

Original steakhouse in historic Stockyards 2458 North Main Street
Fort Worth, TX 76106
United States
+1 817 624 3945
http://www.cattlemenssteakhous... Located in the historic Fort Worth stockyards since 1947, Cattlemen's Steak House will always be hailed a classic beef institution. Steaks are the specialty here—just gaze into the glass butcher case and choose the one you want to have cooked. Other selections include fried jumbo shrimp, charbroiled chicken and steamed lobster. The wine list features wonderful cabernet sauvignons and popular California labels to perfectly compliment your meal. Steak gift-boxes are also available and can be airmailed around the world.

Review © 2007, Wcities

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Club 412

Christian Club for young people with music and dance 6481 Southwest Boulevard
Fort Worth, TX 76109
United States
+1 817 763 5529
http://www.club412.org/ This modern Christian club is smoke and alcohol free, thus ensuring a safe environment for young people to enjoy music and dance. The name "Club 412" comes from II Timothy 4:1-2, and the club is sponsored by the church in Cityview. The stage is elevated so that guests can see the entertainment from anywhere in the room.

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Edelweiss Restaurant

German cuisine in authentic atmosphere 3108 Southwest Hwy
Fort Worth, TX 76116
United States
+1 817 738 5934 True Bavarian charm resides at this unlikely location in west Fort Worth. The décor is "Bavarian Chalet," with dark wood accents complementing brick and beige stucco walls. A bandstand located in the center of the dining area features a small dance floor for those who enjoy polka; children and adults often crowd the floor to participate in the chicken dance. A reservation is generally required to obtain a table anywhere close to the action, but dining reservations are not otherwise required. Entertainment starts at 6:30p Sunday-Friday and at 7p on Saturdays. The hearty platters of schnitzel, fried potatoes, sauerbraten and wurst are authentic. Most entrees are accompanied with combinations of tart red cabbage, tangy sauerkraut or delicate, mouthwatering spaetzle dumplings. A small wine list adequately complements the cuisine, although emphasis is on the large selection of domestic and imported beer available on tap.

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El Asadero

Made-to-order, family-friendly Mexican food 1535 North Main Street
Fort Worth, TX 76106
United States
+1 817 626 3399 Housed in an antique red brick building overlooking the historic Stockyards, this family-oriented establishment exudes a fresh, almost eccentric essence that welcomes all. The tempo is set in motion by the friendly wait staff, who are lively and conversational. Of course, there is also the fresh, homemade food.The traditional Tex-Mex menu in El Asadero has several surprises and tasty alternatives including the green enchiladas, plus an array of specialty meat selections. All are marinated and charbroiled Mexican-style, and most are topped with peppers and unique salsas.

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Ellington's Southern Table

Traditional Southern foods in Sundance Square 301 Main Street
(at Second Street)
Fort Worth, TX 76104
United States
+1 817 336 4129 Located in the heart of downtown Fort Worth near Sundance Square, Mercury Chophouse is close to the city's best hotels. Chophouse is known for its famous steak, along with a diverse menu of seafood and comfort food. Excellent appetizer choices here include delicious tempura shrimp and sashimi. Main-course selections range from steak, lamb chops, and short-ribs. Favorites include the 18 oz. bone-in-rib-eye, and the pepper crusted tuna mignon. Unique wine-pairings are also available in this intimate and inviting atmosphere.

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Fishmonger's Seafood Market & Grill

Casual atmosphere, fresh seafood 3468 Bluebonnet Circle
Fort Worth, TX 76109
United States
Take a dip into the fabulous ocean fare at this homegrown establishment, which has been in operation for several years. Originally the place was just a fresh fish market, later it expanded to accommodate this delectable restaurant. Fishmonger's Seafood Market & Grill's ambiance is inviting and friendly. Fish, shrimp and clams are prepared in a number of ways, with minimal seasonings enhancing the food's natural flavor. The house specialty is the gumbo. Fish chosen from the neighboring fish market is mixed into a stew-like soup with Cajun spices and vegetables.

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Fred's Cafe

Funky cafe, 50 years in the making 915 Currie Street
Fort Worth, TX 76107
United States
+1 817 332 0083 With a rowdy roadhouse atmosphere and gaudy diner furnishings, this funky, 50-year-old eatery is perfect for families and fun-loving folks in general. Certain nights of the week, Fred's Cafe features special themes, while weekend nights are reserved for live music and patio dancing. Authentic, mile-high hamburgers are the café's claim to fame. Wednesday nights are invent-a-pizza nights, while Friday nights are hot and spicy, with Tex-Mex entrees on special. Diners are also encouraged to suggest new entree combinations, which may even earn a permanent spot on the menu.

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J. Christen's Grill and Bar

Upscale versions of favorite American foods near Texas Motor Speedway 6480 I-35 West
(at Western Center Boulevard)
Fort Worth, TX 76137
United States
+1 817 847 9802 J. Christen's Grill and Bar is located just a couple of miles south from the Texas Motor Speedway, and its interior is decorated with racing pictures, racing car doors, checkered flags and framed fire suits. The food includes chicken, burgers, catfish, steaks and Tex-Mex dishes. The plump, spicy grilled chicken filet is liberally dusted with spices before being grilled, and the half-pound mushroom and grilled onion cheeseburger is simply superb! Gourmets are delightful including juicy prime filet mignon, complete with grilled onions and mushrooms. Desserts include an excellent lime pie and the chocolate shell dessert stuffed with pound cake, strawberries and whipped cream.

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Joe T. Garcia's Mexican Restaurant

Mexican food, live music since 1935 2201 North Commerce Street
Fort Worth, TX 76106
United States
+1 817 626 4356
http://www.joets.com/ Established in 1935, Joe T. Garcia's remains one of Fort Worth's most popular Mexican restaurants, run by the Garcia-LanCarte family. Located in the heart of downtown Fort Worth near hotels and the cultural district, the venue features beautiful fiesta gardens with a patio. Everyone enjoys outdoor seating, complete with ferns, rippling water and huge shade trees. Try the cheese enchiladas or the fajitas (your choice of grilled beef or chicken). Excellent appetizers include Joe's nachos, quesadillas or chalupas. The popular weekend brunch begins with huevos rancheros or migas with potatoes and refried beans.

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Jubilee Café

Down-home cooking in a convenient urban space 2736 West Seventh Street
Fort Worth, TX 76107
United States
+1 817 332 4568 Fort Worth, like all cities, has a good share of homey cafes. What sets the Jubilee Café apart is its location, as it sits squarely where the downtown and museum districts meet. The interior is truly country like. The food represents the best in home cooking. Take your pick from down-home favorites such as crunchy chicken-fried steak and gravy or fried catfish. Other delicious entrees include chicken spaghetti, fried catfish nuggets and pepper steak. The pies may remind you of your grandmother's cooking, complete with tall peaks of meringue.

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Keys Lounge

Always has live entertainment 5677 Westcreek Drive
Fort Worth, TX 76133
United States
+1 817 292 8627
http://www.keyslounge.com/ Often hailed as the best blues bar in Fort Worth, Keys Lounge comes alive with the best music every Friday through Sunday. The concrete floor is almost stark against the backdrop of dark wood paneled walls adorned with neon signs. There is an ample game room for those who want to play darts and shoot pool. A limited menu of bar fare: sandwiches, finger foods, chips and nuts, is available to stave off hunger pains. Talented artists who have played concerts here include Robin Syler, Groove Daddy's, John Cooley and Crying Out Loud.

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King Tut Restaurant

Fine Egyptian, Greek and Middle Eastern cuisine 1512 West Magnolia Avenue
Fort Worth, TX 76104
United States
+1 817 335 3051 King Tut Restaurant is located in a newly renovated area near downtown Fort Worth. Opened by Cairo native Amin Mahmoud in October of 1992, King Tut features Egyptian, Greek and Middle Eastern food in a setting that features tapestries, Egyptian figures and images of the real King Tut adorning the walls. Entrees include fried falafel with chickpeas, fava beans, onions and leeks, Macarona Bil Béchamel- an Egyptian-style lasagna with sirloin beef and tubular pasta as opposed to lasagna noodles, and the delectable shawarma, which combines loads of shrimp, chicken breast, lamb or sirloin with onions, tomatoes and spices. Several vegetarian dishes are also available, whereas desserts such as the beloved Baklava uphold the Greek theme.

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Michaels Restaurant & Ancho Chile Bar

Gourmet food, casual ambience 3413 West 7th Street
Fort Worth, TX 76107
United States
+1 817 877 3413 Chef-proprietor Michael Thomson has offered fine dining at this Forth Worth legend for many years. Michaels Restaurant offers only the best in contemporary ranch-style cuisine, while the less formal Ancho Chile Bar offers food as well as drinks. The casual ambience in each is equally suited to business travelers and families. Signature dishes include the venison quesadillas, the pecan chicken stuffed with goat cheese and the pistachio salmon fillet. Rich desserts such as key lime pie and flan with roasted pecan sauce make for excellent choices. A sunday brunch is offered every weekend, with features items such as eggs benedict and specialty omelets. The full wine list is reasonably priced.

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Parthenon

Flavorful Greek food with an authentic flair 401 North Henderson Street
Fort Worth, TX 76102
United States
+1 817 810 0800 The Parthenon Greek Restsaurant opened its doors in 1997. Operated by Peter and Gus Katzianis, both originally from Cyprus, this eatery is in accordance with the authenticity and vibrant flair of its name. The surroundings are authentically Greek, complete with native music. Lunch specialties include baked moussaka and pastitsio, both of which are lasagna-like dishes. Dinner portions and choices expand. The most delectable feature is savory hummus and lamb chops. Additional selections include the lamb and the skewers of beef and pork, which are grilled and then topped with a cinnamon-tomato sauce.

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Pegasus

Globally influenced gourmet food 2443 Forest Park Boulevard
Fort Worth, TX 76107
United States
+1 817 922 0808 The food at this upscale, globally influenced restaurant is not only delicious, but also artistically displayed on the plates. Fine white china and stemmed glassware adorn the white tablecloth tables. To keep every visit here fresh, the menu at The Pegasus changes with seasonally. For a delicious entree, try the pepper coriander seed-crusted tuna, wild duck breast, the rack of lamb or the delightful porcini mushroom ravioli. The well-selected wine list offers choices by the bottle and the glass.

Review © 2007, Wcities

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Railhead Smokehouse

Prize-winning barbecue in Cultural District 2900 Montgomery Street
(at Vickery)
Fort Worth, TX 76107
United States
+1 817 738 9808 Railhead was rated as excellent by the Zagat Survey and has received a certificate from the Texas legislature for serving the best barbecue in Texas. The menu is what you would expect to find at a quality Texas barbecue restaurant. Succulent smoked ribs are rosy and ready to fall off the bone. The savory beef brisket can be ordered sliced or chopped. Barbecued salami, chicken, bologna, ham and turkey round out the rest of the meat menu. A wide variety of beer is available, too. To get your food, you go to the bar and place your order, then bring it back to the table yourself.

Review © 2007, Wcities

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Reflections at The Worthington Hotel

Premier Fort Worth restaurant in the Worthington Hotel 200 Main Street
(in the Worthington Hotel)
Fort Worth, TX 76102
United States
+1 817 870 1000 Located on the second floor of the Renaissance Worthington Hotel, Kalamatas elicits a true Mediterranean feel with its spacious archways with blue tiles and authentic artifacts. Kalamatas offers a warm and inviting destination for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu is extensive and includes tapas, salads, brick-oven pizzas, pastas and entrees. Sandwiches are also available for lunch. The breakfast menu includes healthy items such as the egg white omelette with spinach, feta and tomatoes, and sinfully rich items like the homemade brioche French toast with berries and citrus sabayon. You are sure to find something for everyone.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Ruffino's Ristorante Italiano

Gourmet Italian food with pampering service 2455 Forest Park Boulevard
(at Park Hill)
Fort Worth, TX 76110
United States
+1 817 923 0522 Ruffino's Ristorante Italiano, located in an upscale Fort Worth neighborhood, has been a hit since 1992. Business professionals, couples and students from Texas Christian University come to enjoy the low-lit ambience and elegant atmosphere. While you eat, brothers/owners Franco and Bobby Albanese will probably stroll by your table to get an off-the-cuff critique of your meal. House specialties include the salmon sciarpa (grilled salmon in puffed pastry with a lemon caper piccata sauce) and the portobello tower, which is packed with mushrooms, breaded eggplant, spinach and feta cheese, all layered to structure a 4-inch tower. Traditional Italian dishes shine as well, including the frutti di mare with linguine, shrimp, scallops, mussels and clams.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Saltgrass Steak House

Great Texas beef in the heart of Cowtown 4627 City Lake Boulevard West
Fort Worth, TX 76132
United States
+1 817 263 5577
http://www.saltgrass.com/ This great steakhouse offers Texas favorites in the heart of Cowtown. The interior of Saltgrass Steak House has longhorn steer and deer heads perched on the walls, as well as Texas signs and other memorabilia. The perimeter of the restaurant is against a small lake, so there is ample opportunity to watch the water and maybe catch a glimpse of a duck while you are dining. The menu concentrates on beef—the thick and juicy cognac pepper Angus steak is mouthwatering. You also have choices of wonderful dishes like the plump grilled chicken breast and the grilled chicken pasta salad. The wine list here is well rounded, a perfect compliment to your meal.

Review © 2007, Wcities

Scampi's

Fine Italian food in the medical district 206 West Aries
South Padre Island
Fort Worth, TX 76104
United States
+1 956 761 1755
http://www.scampisspi.com/ Scampi's looks like a little sidewalk café on the outside, with a couple of white iron tables and chairs gracing the entrance. A black-and-white checkered tablecloth and cloth napkins flesh out the special, romantic ambiance as Italian music plays in the background. A group of 8-10 entrees are available for lunch, along with about twice as many at dinner. The house specialty, spaghetti, is served both by itself and as a side dish with the lasagna, the cannelloni, the linguine or one of the many other entrees. If you have room, try one of the heavenly desserts such as tiramisu or creamy custard. Finally, you may bring your own bottle of wine.

Review © 2007, Wcities

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Szechuan Restaurant

Authentic Chinese food draws great crowds 5712 Locke Avenue
Fort Worth, TX 76107
United States
+1 817 738 7300 There are more than 150 items available at this fabulous ethnic Chinese restaurant. Located near downtown Fort Worth and the Cultural District, Szechuan Restaurant draws a mix of business patrons and out-of-town guests. The ambiance features low lighting, and the staff provides prompt service.The ingredients are always fresh; the zesty chicken dishes are sweet and pungent, whereas the beef is tender and tasty. House specialties include shrimp and scallops in a hot garlic sauce, pan-fried noodles with chicken and vegetables, and the Mongolian barbecue combination platter. Daily lunch specials are available,too.

Review © 2007, Wcities

White Elephant Saloon

Old West Saloon in the Stockyards 106 E Exchange Ave
Fort Worth, TX 76106
United States
+1 817 624 8273
http://www.whiteelephantsaloon... Sporting an authentic Old West saloon ambiance, the White Elephant Saloon has been named among Esquire magazine's 100 Best Bars in America. Memorabilia found in the White Elephant Saloon memorializes the Fort Worth Stockyard's past. You will also find a wonderful collection of elephant artifacts, statues and toys given to the bar by appreciative patrons from around the world, from Germany to Thailand. Country and western music is played every night. The food is the usual bar fare, made specifically to complement the drinks and entertainment.

Review © 2007, Wcities

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