Southeastern U.S. :: The Happy Fork

Aug

2004

South Beach Grill

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Creative menu – sounds and tastes good. Many choices of appetizers, salads and entrees. Fish reins here, but they also have chicken, beef, and vegetarian dishes. My Grouper Linda was amazing – Pecan crusted and pan seared with abuerre blanc sauce. Cooked perfectly, the tastes melded together. Our knowledgeable and pleasant server was Amy.

After dinner take a short drive to the pier to take a stroll along the beach.
Best Dish: South Beach Nachos, Seafood Napoleon
What To Order: Try the Grouper Linda and the key lime pie!

South Beach Grill

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100 S. Lumina Avenue
Wrightsville Beach, NC
Next to Wilmington North Carolina
910-256-4646

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $20 to $30
Bar dining, Table seating, Closed Monday, Credit cards, Beer and wine, Casual, Limited parking
Lunch: Tue-Thu 11 am to 4 pm
Dinner: Tue-Thu 5 pm to 9 pm
Dinner: Sun-Sun 5 pm to 9 pm
Lunch: Fri-Sat 11 am to 4 pm
Dinner: Fri-Sat 5 pm to 10 pm

Categories : 4 Forks, Fork on the Road, Southeastern U.S., The Happy Fork reviews

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Jan

2002

Quarterdeck Seafood Bar and Neighborhood Grill

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A hangout to me would be a place just like this: friendly and efficient service, fair prices, festive and casual atmosphere and very good food. The sign says “Serving South Florida since 1966″, and I expect they will be here for many more years to come.

There are five Quarterdeck locations around Ft. Lauderdale. The one I tried is just a block from the Ft. Lauderdale Convention Center. The menu includes an array of appetizers, salads, burgers, pastas, steaks, sandwiches and seafood. I started with conch chowder, which was prepared in a peppery red broth and full of conch meat, potato and peppers (I added a bit of Tabasco to mine – www.tabasco.com/ ). I followed with the combo of a half-rack baby back ribs, and grilled grouper fish sticks (served satay style, and not to be confused with Mrs. Paul’s). This excellent entree came with a choice of potato. I choose sweet potato, which came with brown sugar and honey butter – a thoughtful addition as was the pint of Yuengling beer (http://www.yuengling.com/).

I hear the dolphin fish and burgers are also worthy.

Best Dish: Conch Chowder (add a touch of Tabasco)
What To Order: BBQ Ribs, Conch Chowder
Notable Staff: Miss Margo and Paul

Quarterdeck Seafood Bar and Neighborhood Grill

This information was accurate at the time of posting, but it’s always a good idea to call ahead or visit the website to confirm hours, location and other details.

1541 Cordova Road
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Near the Ft. Lauderdale Convention Center
954-423-4197

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $10 or less
Bar dining, Table seating, Patio, Late night, Credit cards, Bar, Casual, Smoking on patio, Swinging bench seats on the patio, Pool tables
Daily: Sun-Thu 11 am to 2 am
Daily: Fri-Sat 11 am to 3 am

Categories : 4 Forks, Southeastern U.S., The Happy Fork reviews

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Jan

2002

Siam House

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Siam House is a welcome spot for a quick lunch near the Ft. Lauderdale Convention Center. Menu service is fast and efficient (they also have a lunch buffet). For lunch, I enjoyed fresh steamed shrimp dumplings and a bowl of wonton soup. Look for them in the rear of the center, with Hops Brewery across from Public Grocery.

Siam House

This information was accurate at the time of posting, but it’s always a good idea to call ahead or visit the website to confirm hours, location and other details.

1392 S. E. 17th Street Causeway
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
Near the Ft. Lauderdale Convention Center
954-763-1701

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $10 or less
Credit cards, Beer and wine, Casual, Smoking on patio
Lunch Buffet: Mon-Fri 11:30 am to 2 pm
Lunch: Daily 11:30 am to 3 pm
Dinner: Daily 5 pm to 10 pm

Categories : Southeastern U.S.

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Dec

2001

Perricone

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A haven for office workers in this suburb of Miami, Pericone’s is gourmet food market and fine Italian restaurant.
What To Order: Rosemary grilled chicken, chicken picatta, ahi tuna steaks, pastas, soups, panini sandwiches.

Perricone’s Marketplace
This information was accurate at the time of posting, but it’s always a good idea to call ahead or visit the website to confirm hours, location and other details.

15 Southeast Tenth Street
Miami Beach, FL 33131
305.374.9449

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $20 to $30
Patio, Private room, Table seating, Breakfast, Late night, Credit cards, Bar, Beer and wine, Snappy Casual, Catering, Specialty Food Market, Notable atmosphere, Delivery
Lunch and Dinner: Mon-Thu 7 am to 11 pm
Fri-Sat 7 am to 11:30 pm
Sun 7 am to 10 pm

Categories : 4 Forks, Fork on the Road, Southeastern U.S., The Happy Fork reviews

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Nov

2001

Central Grocery

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The place that invented the

Muffuletta sandwich – olive salad, cheese, and deli meats. No tables, just grab a seat at the counter or take out.

Central Grocery
923 Decatur
New Orleans, LA
In the French Quarter
504-523-1620

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $10 or less
Counter, Credit cards, Casual

Categories : 4 Forks, Fork on the Road, Southeastern U.S., The Happy Fork reviews

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Nov

2001

Come Back Inn

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Just a few minutes from the New Orleans airport in the city of Metairie. A seafood po-boy from this neighborhood sandwich shop is a great way to inaugurate each visit to the city. Dine in or to go.

Three locations in Louisiana.

What To Order: shrimp po-boy, oyster po-boy, gumbo

Come Back Inn

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http://www.comebackinn.com/
8016 West Metairie Avenue
Metairie, LA
Just East of Williams Blvd., near the airport
504-467-9316

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $10 or less
Credit cards, Smoking section

Categories : 3 Forks, Fork on the Road, Southeastern U.S., The Happy Fork reviews

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Nov

2001

Deanies Seafood

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A local New Orleans favorite that will ship seafood nationwide. They come from miles around to have boiled crawfish, barbecue shrimp, but their specialty is fried seafood, large portions of fried seafood.

Deanies Seafood

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http://www.deanies.com/
1713 Lake Avenue
Metairie, LA 70005
504-834-1225

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $20 to $30
Casual

Categories : 2 Forks, Fork on the Road, Southeastern U.S., The Happy Fork reviews

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Oct

2001

Sylvia

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06-01-07 Just heard that Sylvia’s in Atlanta is no more.

Don’t be turn off by the fact that Sylvia’s also owns a hair care company, for this soul food restaurant has it’s roots (pun intended) in Harlem where the original Sylvia’s has been serving up since 1962. Go with a group and order the family style dinner which includes heapings of delicious fried chicken, BBQ ribs, roasted chicken, corn bread, collard greens, gumbo, red beans and rice, candied yams, mashed potatoes and dessert.

Live entertainment completes the Sylvia’s experience. On my recent visit, regular Sharon Woodruff performed R&B hits and originals for the appreciating crowd.

What To Order: Fried chicken, gumbo, and BBQ short ribs
Notable Staff: Will Stokes, Executive Sous Chef

Sylvia’s Restaurant

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http://www.sylviassoulfood.com/
241 Central Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30303
(404) 529-9692

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: RIP
Credit cards, Beer and wine, Bar, Smoking section, Entertainment

Categories : 3 Forks, Fork on the Road, Southeastern U.S., The Happy Fork reviews

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Oct

2001

South City Kitchen

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Festive atmosphere, efficient service. Any appetizer is a winner. Not all entrees are great so pick wisely. Get their early and enjoy a drink at the next door Martini Bar.
What To Order: Fried green tomatoes, buttermilk fried chicken, crayfish and tasso ham

South City Kitchen

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www.southcitykitchen.com, www.fifthgroup.com
1144 Crescent Avenue
Atlanta, GA 30309
In midtown at 14th, a short taxi ride north of downtown.
404-873-7358

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $20 to $30
Brunch, Late night, Credit cards, Bar, Beer and wine, Smoking section
Lunch and Dinner:

Categories : 1 Fork, Fork on the Road, Southeastern U.S., The Happy Fork reviews

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Aug

2001

Chez Philippe

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An institution in Memphis, Chez Philippe is at home in the historic Peabody Hotel. The service is refined, but the food a bit over done on presentation, and less so on taste.

Chez Philippe

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www.peabodymemphis.com
149 Union Avenue
Memphis, TN 38103
The Peabody Hotel
901.529.4188

Average Cost Per Person, excluding drinks: $50 or more
Credit cards, Bar, Beer and wine, Exceptional wine list, Jacket required, Romantic Spot, Notable atmosphere