Where to eat in San Antonio, Austin, and Dallas?
I am vacationing in Texas in December: 2 days in San Antonio, 1 day in Austin, 2 days in Dallas/Plano. Where should I eat? Breakfast, lunch, and dinner recommendations welcomed and appreciated!
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Shake Shack: A New York Spin on the West Coast–Style Burger
Crackblind - you're correct. No shakes in the B-line; only custards and the liquidest beverages (beers, sodas).
Funny story about my last visit to Shake Shack: Having just completed teh Corporate Challenge, my boyfriend and I confirmed on the iPhone that Shake Shack is open for dinner. We got in a cab (the prospect of walking from 57th was just too much after a 3.5-mile run and 20 block walk) and asked for Madison Square Park. The driver's response: "There's no such thing as Madison Square Park." Then what's that green square on the map in your cab? That one, right there, labeled "Madison Square Park." Happily, we ended up at the Shack and with our delicious, delicious burgers.
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A diet of fondue makes me blue;
I'm desperate to chew something new.
And thus I submit
The fruit of my wit
To bypass the queue for my 'que!
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A meaty debate:
Texas or Carolina?
I would take either.
Events: Brooklyn Uncorked at BAMcafé
Ice cream from the Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory. The coffee ice cream is delish!
What are your top 3 culinary flops?
Profiteroles that never really puffed like it should and stayed mushy on the inside.
Burning rice because I forgot to turn down the range after boiling the water. A "D'oh!" moment for sure.
Overmelting baker's chocolate on a makeshift double boiler. It turned into ... I don't even know how to describe it. An ugly, rough, separated goop. Unappetizing and utterly unusable.
Where to eat in San Antonio, Austin, and Dallas?
I should add that I live in New York and probably won't want to go to any sushi or Italian or similar restaurants. I'm seeking a real Southwest / Tex-Mex / American culinary experience, so hopefully your suggestions will help me experience the breadth and quality that I know Texas has to offer!
Where to eat in Dallas, Texas?
CiCi's Pizza: All you can eat for only $3.99!
- Unless they raised their prices since I was last there.
- Also, that works a lot better when sung with the jingle.
- Also, not seriously.
Cook the Book: 'Pure Dessert'
No question, Paula Deen's "Is It Really Better Than Sex?" cake. From bottom to top: yellow cake (from a box), pineapple sauce, French vanilla pudding, whipped cream, and toasted coconut shavings. I love making whipped cream and eating the leftover coconut shavings, and everyone (except for my boyfriend, who's allergic to pineapple) loves the cake!
Morimoto's Cookbook Can Be Yours This Weekend
Chen Kenichi, he was the funniest one in interviews. Iron Chef America blows compared to the original.
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Shake Shack: A New York Spin on the West Coast–Style Burger
Forgot to mention that 5 Guys is pretty good, in my opinion. It is a welcome sight after a long, long flight home into Reagan National. I still prefer the Apple Pan, though.
Shake Shack: A New York Spin on the West Coast–Style Burger
I lived for 31 years in LA and moved away 18 years ago...I cannot imagine going to LA for a visit without stopping at Tito's Tacos, the Apple Pan or Brent's Deli in the Valley. The Apple Pan hasn't changed a whit or lowered its standards for the quality of its food or service since my first Hickory Burger in 1966...Quality Forever, baby!
Shake Shack: A New York Spin on the West Coast–Style Burger
@ Growler: Everyone has their own opinions of course, but I think you'll find the majority of burger foodies in this town disagree with you.
My perfect SS visit is the double shack, a chicago dog, a shake of some sort, and a couple bites of my wife's portobello burger. Hehe.
Shake Shack: A New York Spin on the West Coast–Style Burger
Sorry, Shake Shack is okay, but seriously overrated. Don't believe the hype!
Shake Shack: A New York Spin on the West Coast–Style Burger
Uglycuss...aw, gee. I used to love Hardee's. Thanks for the info. :-(
Shake Shack: A New York Spin on the West Coast–Style Burger
What makes the shack burgers work so well-- especially compared with an inferior burger of a similar style like Five Guys*-- is the balance between the beef, bun and condiments. The leaf lettuce and tomato used in the Shack Burger are just the right amount. Five Guys' iceberg lettuce doesn't add the same flavor. And the potato bun at the Shack ties it all together. The Five Guys bun is too thick-- it overwhelms the burger. And the brisket/sirloin blend in the Shack's patties gives it a more interesting and complex flavor.
I hope that Shake Shack uptown will have the same balance of burgers without the insane line in the park. This classic post from AHT remains my guideline for when to wait on line and when not to bother.
*Not to say that Five Guys is bad-- I enjoy their burgers and they have great fries, but their burgers don't have the same balance that the Shack's exhibit.
Shake Shack: A New York Spin on the West Coast–Style Burger
You'd think a fine publication like this would know that, alas, you cannot get a shake from the B line.
Good rule of thumb for the line, is that if it passes the concrete walkway into the park from Madison, it is too long for a mere mortal to wait on. And the perfect meal is one shack burger and one vanilla shake.
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We Have a Winner!
Texas, Carolina, New York,
Give us brisket and sausage, pulled pork,
We keep calling “More meat!”
Smoky, savory and sweet
Like a jewel on the end of your spork.
—Geoff
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Thanks to all who entered. This one was tough to call. Still want to try your hand at winning a pass? Today's assignment is an ACROSTIC POEM!
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Pulled pork, beef brisket, jalapeno slaw, rib rack….
I’m so excited for such a delightful snack!
But with the lines growing ever-fast
My appetite won’t long last
Please don’t make me get my meat fix at Shake Shack.
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