BUD’S BROILER
112 Sauve Road, River Ridge 738-2452
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CELLARS OF RIVER RIDGE
1801 Dickory St., River Ridge 734-8455
What better way to showcase Cellars’ impressive collection of more than 2,000 wines than the weekly Friday wine tastings, open to the public from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.? On the food side, try a hot tortilla wrap with blackened chicken, green onions, bell peppers and cheddar cheese. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday. Credit cards and checks. $
DAMON’S
1200 S. Clearview Pkwy., Harahan 734-7428
www.damons.com
Trivia games and large-screen televisions might distract sports fans, but only until the server brings out ribs graced with the restaurant’s barbecue sauce (bottled for sale). The menu also features prime rib, blackened tilapia, Cajun chicken and red beans with rice. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$
KYOTO II
5608 Citrus Blvd., Elmwood 818-0228
Now with two locations (see "Uptown" for the original Kyoto), Kyoto makes it easier for New Orleanians to sample flavors from the Orient. The appetizers are quite popular, including whitefish carpaccio drizzled with basil-infused olive oil. And don’t overlook the favorite California roll, served with tempura veggies. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Monday through Saturday. Credit cards. $$
LA MADELEINE
5171 Citrus Blvd., Harahan 818-2450
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MILANO PIZZERIA
1299 Hickory St., Harahan 737-2002
Creativity is a plus when ordering at this family-owned restaurant. Specialty pizzas are served on traditional or wheat crust, with toppings in the gourmet kalamata olive to artichoke realm. Management’s pick is the chicken Alfredo pasta with fresh garlic, white and black peppers and Parmesan. Or forgo it all for a plate of spaghetti and meatballs. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $
PLANC COFFEE AND TEA
1827 Hickory Ave., Harahan 738-2220
www.planc.com
Natural fruit smoothies join the long list of libations at this cafe known for specialty coffees and teas. The menu includes an extended list of soups, including chicken noodle and crawfish with corn, as well as favorite pastry choices of cheesecake and doberge. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $
REGINELLI’S PIZZERIA
5608 Citrus Blvd., Elmwood 818-0111
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TAQUERIA CORONA
1827 Hickory Ave., Harahan 738-6722
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VERONA RESTAURANT
1821 Hickory Ave., Harahan 739-9875
The tastes of the Mediterranean burst forth in dishes like double-cut pork chops grilled on apple wood and served with a choice of dirty rice, pasta or sweet potato fries. Vegetables take center stage in spinach and eggplant manicotti with three cheeses and hints of dill, or in the six-onion soup topped with a pastry crust and Parmesan. Reservations accepted for parties of six or more. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards and checks. $$
WINNER’S
2216 Hickory Ave., Harahan 737-3148
Tune in for a new menu at this competitive neighborhood haunt. For now, however, the hands-down winner here is the steak special on Wednesday nights. From 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., run in for a 16-oz. New York strip or T-bone served with a baked potato for just $9.95. The turtle cheesecake is a natural for dessert. Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$
ZEA ROTISSERIE CAFE
1655 Hickory Ave., Harahan 738-0799
Zea Rotisserie Cafe in Harahan continues to present inspired dishes like the rotisserie lamb chop with rosemary demi-glace, the blackened prime rib and the slow-cooked veal roast. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$
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