I had a couple of recomend-able dishes this weekend at Capitol Pub.
Calamari Fries – strips of calamari steak, battered and fried. Served with a creamy tomato based sauce. Very tasty! The breading is kind of thick and crunchy and the calamari is cooked perfectly. Not chewy or tough. Perfectly tender. It’s a good snack for two to share before a burger or sandwich. Or even just over a couple of drinks.
Reuben Sandwich – their housemade corned beef with the standard sauerkraut, Swiss cheese and Russian dressing. This was a killer sandwich. Just the right ratio of meat to kraut on a marbled rye bread. I’ll be having this again.
From the looks of their website they’re having a little 4th of July thing. Hub and I have been talking about where to watch the fireworks. And since we don’t know anyone with a roof facing Fair Park, the question still remains open. Meridian, you think?
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Janna // July 1, 2008 at 1:55 am |
Hey there! We had dinner at Nana this past weekend. We could see some thunder/lightning rumble way in the distance. I mentined to the waiter that the 4th fireworks view must be spectacular!! He gave me a huge grin and said they will definately be open…with their regular menu be served. I bet that will be beautiful! Not sure if our 2-year-old will be awake late enough to attend. Darnit!
Also, got a press release from The Second Floor in the Westin (Bijoux owners)…they are doing Kobe beef hot dogs. Yummy!
foodczar // July 1, 2008 at 3:27 pm |
Margie, now you’ve got me wanting a Reuben! I haven’t had a good one in so long. And with in-house-made corned beef, I’m sure it was extra-wonderful!!
Janna // July 1, 2008 at 11:48 pm |
Foodczar, can I join you? There is nothing more frustrating than when your craving a reuben and you get something that turns your stomach! I have not had one since and need to put that memory to rest. The words house-made grabbed me too!!!
Nancy // July 2, 2008 at 1:54 am |
Margie, Thanks for your comments on SideDish. I have added your blog to our Blogroll. Welcome to the world of cyberdining!
Nancy Nichols
Margie // July 2, 2008 at 10:45 pm |
Thanks Nancy! I’m honored!
Janna, I thought about Nana, too. But, I bet I’m going to be a little tired by Friday night for fine dining. I bet we’ll be slumming it!
michelle // July 3, 2008 at 3:00 am |
I couldn’t recommend the Meridian Room enough. It’s probably going to be very packed on the fourth, but I bet it will be a nice crowd a a good place to see over Fair Park