92PTS WINEADVOCATE 92PTS WINEADVOCATE 94PTS WINEADVOCATE 90PTS WINEENTHUSIAST 91PTS WINEENTHUSIAST WITH MINGLE WITH MINGLE MINGLE THE ASPECIALFOODANDWINEPAIRING FEATURINGSINGLEVINEYARDNEWRELEASES FLEMING’S STEAKHOUSE N. LEGACY TOWER 7250 DALLAS PARKWAY PLANO, TEXAS 75024 W E D N E S D A Y SEPT.27,2017 FROM 6–7:30PM YOU’RE INVITED TO PLEASE RSVP to FLEMING’S 972-543-2141 $55/PERSON WWW.KENNYSEASTCOASTPIZZA.COM 4701W. PARK BLVD | PLANO 972.519.9669 “Every day is a holiday, and every meal is a feast!” Do you remember a time when there were restaurants without “BS” split charges, 18% gratuity added or ridiculous statements like “I’m sorry that’s our policy?” Welcome to Kenny’s East Coast Pizza. A restaurant reminiscent of the way things used to be.A place where we make it our policy to have no policy! goodEATS NEWLISTING! LAVA CANTINA LavaCantinaoffersauniquedining/entertainmentconceptthatfather and son owners Steve and IanVaughn like to call,“Creole food with a Mexican twist.”The place is flooded with music memorabilia, making it the perfect backdrop to enjoy live outdoor bands, a rooftop patio, fantastic food, and plenty of adult beverages. This is where you want to people watch, with that just-right combination of Austin-esque outdoorsy-ness with a nod to bigger venues such as House of Blues. Entrees can be as light or as decadent as your waistline prefers, and Sundayjazzbrunchisanicewaytoroundouttheweekendwithfriends orfamily. 5805GrandscapeBlvd.|TheColony (214)618-6893|lavacantina.com Mattito’s This is the kind of Tex-Mex cuisine that North Texans both love and crave. And at Mattito’s, you have to start off with the Bob Armstrong dip. Basically a layered chile con queso with seasoned ground beef, guacamoleandsourcream,you’llsoonfindyourselfswooningoverMr. Armstrong.Whilenotonthemenu,withawinkandasmileyourserver willbehappytoaccommodateyou.Thenmoverightontomorecheesy goodnesswithTexasEnchiladasorQuesadillasdeBrisket.Ifyourmood isn’t cheesy, you can’t go wrong with the fajitas and yes, if needed, they even offer gluten-free tortillas.The lite fajitas are perfect for cal- orie counters, sautéed without oil and served over seared broccoli and cauliflower. The chicken fried steak, though definitely not for Paleos, is strictly top notch. A few locations also offer a well-priced Sunday brunchfrom10-2,andalllocationsareveryfamilyfriendly. MultiplelocationsthroughoutDFW mattitos.com Torchy'sTacos Dallasites have pretty particular opinions when it comes to tacos, so findThis Austin-based eatery offers what most would call “gourmet” tacos in a fun, casual, non- gourmet setting. Their taco of the month is always delicious and might include ingredients like pumpkin seed crusted chicken tenders or escabeche carrots. They also offer hearty breakfasttacosandsomeofthebestquesoandchipsintown. MultiplelocationsthroughoutDFW torchystacos.com SEAFOOD Amberjax This light and spacious Louisiana-style eatery has plenty to offer. Not onlyisitsmack-dabinthemiddleofoneofDallas’hottestdiningdesti- nationsfordatenightandmore,thefreshlypreparedseafoodistough to beat.Whether you’ve got a hankering for Down Home Shrimp and Grits, Lobster Mac & Cheese or maybe something lighter like Seared YellowfinTuna withWasabi, Ponzu and Ginger, Amberjax will not dis- appoint. Don’t like fishy things? No worries. They also offer delicious chickenandbeef. 3011GuldenLane|Dallas (469)513-9088|amberjax.net Lefty’sLobsterand ChowderHouse Long considered a neighborhood gem, Lefty’s serves the kind of sea- foodyou’dexpecttofindsomewhereontheEastCoast:clamchowder, lobster bisque (Can’t decide between the two? Ask for half and half), whole main lobster (Lefty’s uses cull lobsters that have one claw— hence, the name) and fried shrimp. Hearty salads are made heartier withtheadditionofchicken,salmon,shrimporlobster—andifyou’re simplynotfeelingfishy,goforaperfectlycookedfiletmignonorburg- er. Lefty’s numerous accolades speak for themselves, and it gets a lot ofregulars,especiallyonweekends—sobesuretomakeareservation online.Openforlunchanddinner,andthebarstaysopenlate. 4021BeltlineRd.|Dallas (972)774-9518|leftyslobster.com NEWLISTING! SeaBreezeFishMarket&Grill Finding truly fresh fish in Dallas can be challenging, but Sea Breeze makes it sooo easy. Selections are flown in daily, representing only the freshest seafood available. Part retail fish market, part sit-down restaurantwithfullbar,atSeaBreezeyoucanpurchasefishtoprepare in your own home...or let the experts do it for you while enjoying a glassofwineorcocktail.TrytheSesameCrustedYellowfinTunaNachos with avocado wasabi, sweet Thai chili, and lemon zest—or maybe you're more of a Smoked Salmon Deviled Egg person; you can't go wrong with either one. The Lobster Roll is served in a split-top bun filled generously with buttery lobster salad (it also comes in an appe- tizersize).Specialschangeweeklydependingonwhat'sfreshest. 4017PrestonRd.,Suite530|Plano (972)473-2722|seabreezefish.com TheOceanaireSeafoodRoom While this may be considered more of a date night place, if you hap- pen to bring your in-laws here for aThanksgiving weekend night out, they’ll never forget it. THE freshest seafood in a sleek setting makes The Oceanaire the perfect spot for a luxurious dinner with top-notch service.Menuofferingsarebasedentirelyonfreshnessandavailability, so arrive prepared to“just go with it.”There are several few sides you won’t want to miss including Chardonnay Roasted Mushrooms and Shells & Cheese with Smoked Gouda and Applewood Bacon.Their full barmightjustmakeyouforgetyoupromisedtopickupthetab. TheWestinGalleria|Dallas theoceanaire.com SOUTHERN NEWLISTING! Spoons Located right on the square in beautiful, historic McKinney, Spoons offers breakfast all day plus a plethora of entrée options to suit every- one’s culinary cravings. Start by sharing an order of Cottage Potatoes All the Way—basically, a breakfast version of cheese fries: house potatoes smothered with Cheddar and Pepper Jack cheeses, crumbled apple smoked bacon and a side of Spoons’salsa. Spoons is famous for its chicken salad, and once you’ve tried it, you’ll know why: diced red grapes, celery, and pecans, mixed with mayonnaise and pickle relish,