dining guide AMERICAN ANDREW’S DOWNTOWN
JUICY BLUE
Located in the Four Points by Sheraton Downtown, this cool lobby restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Unique dishes include tapas with a twist, such as the Georgia peaches with caramel. 316 W. Tennessee St.
After 40 years, Andrew’s is still an energetic, casual, see-and-be-seen spot. House favorites include a popular lunch buffet, hamburgers, salads and pasta dishes. Downtown delivery.
(850) 422-0071. $ B L D
BACKWOODS CROSSING ★
Eclectic and edgy, both in menu and atmosphere, Kool Beanz delights in art present both on the walls and your plates. This offbeat alternative won Best Casual Dining in Tallahassee. 921
(850) 222-3444/Fax, (850) 222-2433. $$ B L D
Sit down at this 2020 Best of winner for fresh gourmet food at Tallahassee’s farm-to-table, destination concept restaurant featuring locally caught and produced soft-shell crabs, sausage, duck and blueberries. 6725 Mahan Dr.
(850) 765-3753. $$ L D
BUMPA’S LOCAL #349
Featuring burgers, sandwiches, pastas, fried ribs, tacos and wings, this new neighborhood bar and grill has something for everyone.
2738 Capital Circle NE. (850) 599-8652. $L D
DOG ET AL ★
KOOL BEANZ ★
Thomasville Rd. (850) 224-2466. $$ L D
LIBERTY BAR AND RESTAURANT ★
Carefully crafted unique cocktails mixed with a gourmet menu that features fresh, local produce. 1307 N. Monroe, Unit No. 2.
(850) 354-8277. $$ D
LOFTY PURSUITS ★
This old-fashioned soda fountain serves ice cream, milkshakes and candy — plus brunch dishes and a selection of vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options. 1355 Market St.,
A11. (850) 521-0091. $ B
Foot-long and veggie entrees alike grace this award-winning menu. Also ask about their incredibly valued family packs. 1456 S. Monroe St. (850) 222-4099. $L D
THE EDISON
This relaxed fine dining establishment is equipped with a beer garden, wine cellar, casual café, open-air alternatives and a gorgeous view that has become a Tallahassee favorite. 470 Suwannee St. (850) 684-2117. $$/$$$
FOOD GLORIOUS FOOD ★
The name says it all! This restaurant boasts a palate-pleasing combination of personalized service, eclectic ambiance and award-winning cuisine and is the Best Desserts winner for 2017–20. 1950 Thomasville Road. (850) 224-9974. $$ L D
HOPKINS’ EATERY ★
A Best of 2020 winner, Hopkins’ provides favorites such as the Ultimate Turkey, the Linda Special and a variety of salads to keep customers coming back. Multiple
MIDTOWN CABOOSE ★
Outrageous burgers in a laid-back atmosphere — Wells Bros. lives on at this burger joint, voted Tallahassee’s best for 2020. 1406 N. Meridian Road.
(850) 521-1933. $$ L D
OVERUNDER BAR ★
Two experiences under one roof, OverUnder features specialty cocktails plus curated food and drink pairings and is a 2020 Best Wine List/Wine Bar winner. 1240 Thomasville Rd. (850) 597-7552. $$
R&R EATERY
Located in Hotel Indigo, R&R Eatery is a modern American restaurant with fresh takes on classic dishes and a mix of signature craft cocktails. 826 W. Gaines St.
ROOTSTOCK
★ 2020 Best
of Tallahassee Winner
Visit Our New Location Kleman Plaza Tues-Sun | 7am-2pm (850) 907-EGGS (3447)
705 S. Woodward Ave. (850) 894‑6276. $$ B L D
ISLAND WING COMPANY ★
THE KEY
3740 Austin Davis Ave. Tues-Sun 7am-2pm (850) 765-0703
Whether it’s for a social cocktail, a quick lunch or a place to gather before home football games, Madison Social offers something for everyone.
(850) 210-0008. $$ B D
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Great Friends
MADISON SOCIAL
locations. Hours vary. $
Get baked! Tally’s Best Sports Bar for 2020 won’t serve you up greasy, fried wings; instead Island Wing bakes them fresh. 1370 Market St. (850) 692-3116.
Great Food
Tree Trimming PALMS • OAKS • PINES Ben Vasilinda 850.228.7208
With an ever-changing menu of unique flavors, Rootstock offers shareable plates, artisan cocktails and a selection of 25 wines by the glass. 228 South Adams. (850) 518-0201. $$$ D
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The restaurants that appear in this guide are included as a service to readers and not as recommendations of the Tallahassee Magazine editorial department, except where noted. $$ Moderately B Breakfast/ Outdoor Dining L D
Brunch Lunch Dinner
Live Music Bar/Lounge $ Inexpensive
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