ON THE ROAD

[boots]

Don't speed. The state boys in Texas are about as fast as the ones in Florida. Remember, you can't outrun a Motorola.

 

[Jim Tom Pinch]

Good advice. I actually have a Texas speding ticket in my collection. From the metropolis of Clyde no less. I have Georgia, Louisianna and Indiana too as I try to collect motor vehicle infractions from all 50 states.

 

[HoopsMcCann]

i'm blanking on the bbq place i went to in college station -- good god, went there three days in a row, i can almost tlel you how to get there, but damn, i can't remember the name... ugh

went to doubel daves (pizza) a couple of times, but that was more for nestolgia than the food (as was whataburger, which kicks serious ass)

and the there's the tap to do your drinking at. jesus, texas rules for eye candy, i can tell you that. wow. and you've got to go to the dixie chicken just to say you've been there

 

[Nate Scarborough]

DALLAS: Go to the ORIGINAL Sonny Bryan's barbecue on Inwood, near Parkland Hospital. Go there for lunch, and get there early. They close when they run out of meat.

Not only is the food great (especially the onion rings), but the setting is about as far from a chain restaurant as you possibly can get.

PHILADELPHIA: For a hoagie, go to Salumeria in the Reading Terminal Market. They make the best hoagie you will ever eat. Salumeria is a reason I will never set foot in a Subway (besides that wimp Jared).

 

[Ace]

i'm blanking on the bbq place i went to in college station -- good god, went there three days in a row, i can almost tlel you how to get there, but damn, i can't remember the name... ugh

Is that the place where the plop the meat and fixin's in your plate on butcher paper and give you a big knife and nothing else to eat with?

That was great.

 

[boots]

Nate, obviously you're just a tourist. Why on earth would you recommend Salumeria in Philadelphia for a hoagie? The spot in Dallas is also a tourist trap.

 

[Armchair_QB]

Heading to Philly tonight for a few days. Any suggestions on good restaurants and bars that won't be over run with tourists would be greatly appreciated. I realize there are few places that WON'T be over run given it's July 4th weekend.


If you're stopping in College Station, why? Seriously, if you want to soak up some local Aggie flavor, hit the Dixie Chicken. The real fun's in Austin however, which is about two hours west.

If you're driving from Dallas to College Station you'll probably go thru Waco. If you do take the time to visit the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. It's right on the Brazos River across the street from Baylor University. Also make time to have lunch/dinner at George's Bar and down a few frosty Big O's.

 

[boots]

armchair:
I need specifics. Music, atmosphere, type of crowd, african American, Hispanic, white, asian... be as specific as you can and I'll try to steer you correctly.

 

[Nate Scarborough]

Right, Boots. I'm just a tourist. ::)

Salumeria was voted as the Best Hoagie by Philadelphia Magazine for many, many years. I'm recommending it because it's the best place, among many, I've had a hoagie.

The Sonny Bryan's that's a tourist trap is in the West End, not on Inwood. The locals go to Inwood. But I don't know that. I'm just a tourist.

 

[boots]

First off nate, you mention philly ragazine. That told me all I needed to know about you. YES, you are a tourist. You don't know the city. SHUT THE **** UP!!!!

 

[Huggy]

I'm going to be in Memphis from July 13-15.

As a music fan I am very interested in checking out Beale St., among other spots. Looking for suggestions on good joints - both for music and cold beer - and places to avoid.

Please post or PM.

 

[rickschu]

First off nate, you mention philly ragazine. That told me all I needed to know about you. YES, you are a tourist. You don't know the city. SHUT THE **** UP!!!!

So, Boots, where do you go for a good hoagie in Philly?

And as far as Dallas goes, here are three favorites:
--Cuba Libre (Henderson/75): Great Cuban/Spanish food.
--Sevy's Grill (Preston/NW Hwy): Terrific menu, a little expensive.
--Breadwinner's (Hall/McKinney): Known for their breakfasts, but lunch and dinner

For BBQ, the Sonny Bryan's on Inwood isn't bad (and certainly not the tourist trap that the location, or any other restaurant is, in the West End), though I prefer Peggy Sue by SMU
And for Mexican/Salvadoran, can't go wrong with Gloria's (multiple locations) or Monica's Aca y Alla in Deep Ellum.

 

[cougargirl]

Hey all, thanks for the tips on Philly. Had a GREAT time with my friend, and ended up at Geno's at 1 in the morning, wolfing down cheesesteaks and fries.

*******.

Check out the Bank. Great stadium, and there's a good view from everywhere of the field. We sat out in left field (how apropos), while my younger brother snagged a seat in Ashburn Alley. Only disclaimer - beware of the post-game exit. It takes about as long to get out of the Bank as it does to watch a Phillies game.

Other than that, many good times were had this weekend. Props to all the folks in the know about Philly. ;)

 

[boots]

RIC, FYI:
Best hoagies right now by far in Philly can be found at 56th and Market Street at the Fresh Grocer Market. They pile enough meat to make TWO hoagies and the price at $5.69 is virtually unbeatable. Always a line to get a grub there. have fun

 

[hockeybeat]

Any BALTIMORE restaurant(s) and/or bar(s) suggestions would be greatly appreciated...

 

[dixiehack]

Not quite related, but has anyone ever been to Callaway Gardens?

 

[Armchair_QB]

Threw back a beer or 30 at McGillins while I was in Philly. Supposedly the place has been around since 1860.

The ballpark was pretty nice but it's not near anything but the other Philly stadiums. Hard to believe they played a Final Four at the Spectrum. Place is looking a little ratty on the outside.

 

[boots]

Hockey, I'm trying to get the name of this spot for good beer and crab cakes. It's within walking distance of Camden Yards. There's also another good spot by the aquarium.

 

[markvid]

Threw back a beer or 30 at McGillins while I was in Philly. Supposedly the place has been around since 1860.

The ballpark was pretty nice but it's not near anything but the other Philly stadiums. Hard to believe they played a Final Four at the Spectrum. Place is looking a little ratty on the outside.

Inside is worse, and it's been 4 years since I was in it.

 

[Armchair_QB]

Played golf at this cool links course while I was there too.