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  • Thanksgiving dinner picks: a buffet every day, and more deals

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    More choices from the Thanksgiving lunch buffet, adding to a previous list:

    The chowdown starts early. Like, a full day early.

    The legendary holiday season lunch buffet at Neiman Marcus’ downtown Dallas store will start Wednesday, Nov. 26 at 11 a.m. It’s served seven days a week non-stop through Dec. 31.

    Yes, it’s $60.

    But part of the fun is seeing Neiman’s decorations, a tradition continued by new owner Saks.

    The buffet is on the store’s sixth floor in the Zodiac restaurant. It’s open daily until 3 p.m.; 1618 Main St., 214-573-5800.

    A little coffee bar on the first floor also sells Neiman’s fabled popovers, sandwiches and salads; neimanmarcus.com.

    Side dishes on the daily holiday buffet at the Zodiac inside the downtown Dallas Neiman Marcus.
    Side dishes on the daily holiday buffet at the Zodiac inside the downtown Dallas Neiman Marcus. twitter.com/NeimanMarcus

    Blue Mound Cafes

    The five Blue Mound Cafe locations in Fort Worth, Arlington, Saginaw and North Richland Hills will be open and will serve a turkey-and-dressing lunch for about $17.

    Don’t sleep late. Blue Mound starts serving at 10:30 a.m., and the lines will only get longer, particularly in neighborhoods with few other cafes like Saginaw and North Richland Hills.

    Co-owner Dustin Bunney said Blue Mound lined up 300 turkeys for lunch or its take-home family dinners.

    Blue Mound Cafe is at 4120 W. Vickery Blvd. or 3701 E. Belknap St., Fort Worth; 5410 S. Blue Mound Road, Saginaw; 4650 Little Road, Arlington; or 6455 Hilltop Drive at Rufe Snow Drive, North Richland Hills.

    A Blue Mound Cafe location in west Fort Worth advertises prominently that it’s open for Thanksgiving Day, as seen Nov. 18, 2025.
    A Blue Mound Cafe location in west Fort Worth advertises prominently that it’s open for Thanksgiving Day, as seen Nov. 18, 2025. Bud Kenbedy bud@star-telegram.com

    More turkey dinners

    Blue Mesa Grill, DiMassi’s, the Rim, Tannahill’s and Winslow’s have buffets and tables available.

    Same for Wildcatter Ranch near Graham.

    Boulevard Cafe in North Richland Hills is open and will serve an $18.99 lunch including pie.

    Rex’s Bar & Grill in Fort Worth has a $27.99 lunch and dinner featuring herb-garlic-roasted turkey, and also has a giant TV on a dog-friendly patio. Neighbor Ol’ South Pancake House is also open.

    Berry pancakes at Boulevard Cafe in North Richland Hills April 29, 2023.
    Berry pancakes at Boulevard Cafe in North Richland Hills April 29, 2023. Bud Kennedy bud@star-telegram.com

    The high-dollar dinners

    Prime steak and seafood houses with tables available as of midweek: B&B Butchers, Capital Grille (Fort Worth and Southlake), Del Frisco’s Double Eagle, Eddie V’s, the Keg, Keller Chophouse, Lonesome Dove, Mercury Chophouse, Rosebud, Ruth’s Chris, Toro Toro, Truluck’s and Wicked Butcher.

    The Gaylord Texan hotel still has tables. So do both the Live by Loews! hotel and Loews Arlington hotel, next to AT&T Stadium amid the Dallas Cowboys game atmosphere.

    But the Omni and Crescent hotel brunch buffets, the Bowie House and 97 West at the Drover are mostly booked.

    Cut & Bourbon’s sprawling, heated patio in Arlington has plenty of room for gatherings.
    Cut & Bourbon’s sprawling, heated patio in Arlington has plenty of room for gatherings. Bud Kennedy bud@star-telegram.com

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  • The Tampa Bay Metro South Tampa Dining Guide

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    South Tampa Dining Guide

    A list of great restaurants in South Tampa, Florida. Includes Westshore, Downtown & Davis Islands (West of Channelside Dr. & South of Hillsborough Ave.)


     


    District South Kitchen & Craft   $$
    3301 S Dale Mabry Hwy
    Website | (813) 999-8025
    Elevated comfort food in a welcoming space. Known for the prime rib melt and meatloaf.


    Graze South Tampa  $$
    2219 S Dale Mabry Hwy
    Website | (813) 819-2217
    Refined American fare with breakfast all day and standout burgers in a modern setting.


    Byblos Cafe   $$
    2832 S MacDill Ave
    Website | (813) 805-7977
    Chic Mediterranean spot with traditional Lebanese dishes, live entertainment, and full bar.


    Pané Rustica   $$
    3225 S MacDill Ave
    Website | (813) 902-8828
    Fresh-baked breads and pastries by morning, hearty sandwiches by afternoon. Rustic charm.


    Terra Gaucha Brazilian Steakhouse   $$$
    1108 S Dale Mabry Hwy
    Website | (813) 999-4332
    All-you-can-eat churrasco with premium meats and sides. Ideal for group dining.


    Water + Flour   $$
    1015 S Howard Ave
    Website | (813) 251-8406
    Health-forward Cali-Miami fusion with sushi, pizza, and pasta. Vegan and gluten-free options.


    On Swann   $$$
    1501 W Swann Ave
    Website | (813) 251-0110
    Seasonal American cuisine from an open kitchen. Great for charcuterie and cocktails.


    Meat Market   $$$$
    1606 W Snow Ave
    Website | (813) 280-1113
    Upscale steakhouse with top cuts, seafood, and elegant atmosphere in Hyde Park.


    Forbici Modern Italian   $$
    1633 W Snow Ave
    Website | (813) 251-8001
    Vibrant Italian spot with shareable portions and crowd-favorites like meatballs and Bolognese.


    Timpano   $$$
    1610 W Swann Ave
    Website | (813) 254-5870
    Italian classics meet lively bar scene. Stylish décor and rustic-modern menu.


    Taco Dirty   $$
    2221 W Platt St
    Website | (813) 314-7900
    Fast-casual tacos with bold flavors and endless combos. Try the All-In Bowl.


    Bella’s Italian Café   $$
    1413 S Howard Ave
    Website | (813) 254-3355
    Homemade pasta, wood-fired pizzas, and classic Italian in a laid-back setting since 1986.


    Bern’s Steak House   $$$$
    1208 S Howard Ave
    Website | (813) 251-2421
    Iconic fine dining with prime steaks, a massive wine cellar, and legendary dessert room.


    Salt Shack on the Bay   $$
    5415 W Tyson Ave
    Website | (813) 444-4569
    Laid-back seafood shack with waterfront views. A local favorite for tacos and sunset sips.


    Hula Bay Club   $$
    5210 W Tyson Ave
    Website | (813) 837-4852
    Waterfront bar and grill with live music, tropical vibes, and seafood favorites.


    Union New American   $$$
    1111 N Westshore Blvd
    Website | (813) 768-9989
    Sleek, modern dining and lounge with chef-driven New American cuisine.


    Eddie V’s Prime Seafood   $$$$
    4400 W Boy Scout Blvd
    Website | (813) 877-7290
    Elegant seafood and steak with live jazz in a stylish, upscale setting.


    Donatello   $$$
    232 N Dale Mabry Hwy
    Website | (813) 875-6660
    Classic Northern Italian fine dining with white-tablecloth service and romantic ambiance.


    Ocean Prime   $$$$
    2205 N Westshore Blvd
    Website | (813) 490-5288
    Modern steakhouse with seafood, truffle mac, and a standout wine list.


    Ponte Modern American   $$$
    1010 Gramercy Ln
    Website | (813) 582-7755
    Luxurious modern American cuisine with French-Italian influences in Midtown Tampa.


    Mad Dogs & Englishmen   $$
    4914 S MacDill Ave
    Website | (813) 832-3037
    Cozy British pub with hearty classics, craft beers, and old-world charm.


    Cousin Vinny’s   $$
    1331 W Cass St
    Website
    Family-friendly Italian-American spot with big portions and rustic charm.


    Streetlight Taco   $$
    4004 Henderson Blvd
    Website | (813) 217-9158
    Fresh, bold, chef-crafted tacos with vibrant ambiance and local ingredients.


    Izakaya Tori   $$
    310 S Dale Mabry Hwy
    Website | (813) 875-4842
    Intimate Japanese eatery with sushi, skewers, ramen, and small plates.


    Bistro BT   $$
    4267 Henderson Blvd
    Website | (813) 513-8402
    Chic bistro serving French-Vietnamese cuisine with fresh flavors and artistic flair.


    Wright’s Gourmet House   $$
    1200 S Dale Mabry Hwy
    Website | (813) 253-3838
    Beloved local deli with legendary sandwiches, baked goods, and a loyal following.


    Ava   $$
    718 S Howard Ave
    Website | (813) 512-3030
    Rustic-modern Italian with handmade pastas, wood-fired pizza, and vibrant energy.


     

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  • Best Bite: Why you must try the mole at Alebrijes Cafe in Litchfield Park

    Best Bite: Why you must try the mole at Alebrijes Cafe in Litchfield Park

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    In Litchfield Park, the word is out about Alebrijes Cafe & Grill. Customers routinely wait long stretches for a table at the homey restaurant, but they willingly do so, confidently knowing that the food is so worth it.

    Alebrijes opened in 2021 in a West Valley shopping center. From the outside, the building looks more like a dentist’s office than a restaurant. But inside, bright flags, fabrics and alebrijes, the little wooden carvings of fantastical spirit animals that the restaurant is named after, fill the space. Casual cafe tables dot the dining room and patio, and stools line the bar.

    On a recent Sunday at lunchtime, the crowd was a mixture of families stopping by for lunch after church in their Sunday best and football fans donning their jerseys ahead of the afternoon NFL game.

    Kids sipped from jars of creamy horchata while adults decided between an earthy and warming cup of Cafe de Olla, served in earthenware mugs and refilled from tea kettles, or a margarita. For those looking for something in between, try the Baileys Carajillo, a boozy coffee creation made with Liquor 43 and espresso, topped with a swirl of whipped cream.

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    Brunch beverage options include the boozy Baileys Carajillo (left) and the sweet, warm Cafe de Olla.

    Tirion Boan

    At midday, both the brunch and lunch menus are available. The former is filled with sweet options such as French toast topped with dulce de leche and plantains or a concha version with ice cream, as well as savory plates of chilaquiles and hearty breakfast burritos. The lunch menu skews savory with tacos, enchiladas, tostadas and chiles rellenos making an appearance.

    The food here is Oaxaca-style and packed with chiles and spices that add layers of flavor to each dish. Across the menu, many of the plates include a side of nopalito, or cactus paddle salad and are doused with mole, perhaps the most famous Oaxacan staple.

    Alebrijes serves two varieties of the rich sauce. The black mole is sweet and intense with a hint of licorice flavor. The red mole, only different in color to the very discerning eye, is a little more savory with a gently spicy kick. Both are thick, rich, delicious and sure to spoil your white shirt forever.

    click to enlarge Steak and eggs plate with chilaquiles.

    The Chilaquiles Divorciados is one of the signature dishes at Alebrijes. It includes a choice of steak and two eggs along with chilaquiles made with mole and homemade tortilla chips.

    Tirion Boan

    We tried the black mole served over chips as part of the Chilaquiles Divorciados. The plate includes a tender ribeye steak and two eggs, both cooked to the customer’s liking, and mole-slathered chilaquiles. The steak was soft and satisfyingly salty, the perfect savory companion to the sweet black mole.

    We tried the red mole in one of the lunch items, the mole burrito. This hearty wrap is filled with rice, black beans and a choice of meats. We opted for the cecina pork which is marinated with chiles until it turns a deep orange. The whole thing was smothered in warming red mole and sprinkled with cotija cheese and pickled red onion. Definitely a job for a knife and fork, this burrito makes for messy fun any time of day.

    So clear your calendar, make sure you have enough time to not stress about the wait and be prepared to sink into one of the best moles in town.

    Alebrijes Cafe & Grill

    4900 N. Litchfield Road, Bldg. B, Litchfield Park



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