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Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives -
"Legends of Texas"

   (7 restaurants - Hide Closed)    
Aired on: July 28, 2014 
Aired on: July 28, 2014 
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Rating Yelp! rating descending order		 Restaurant Notes
Mac & Ernie's Roadside EaterySee Mac & Ernie's Roadside Eatery Video ($$)
(92 ratings)

11804 Fm 470 Map It!
Tarpley, TX 78883
(830) 562-3727
www.macandernies.com
As Seen On:
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Classics"
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Legends of Texas"
 4.5 out of 5
92 ratings		 tiny Texas shack w/ gourmet chef; dining room in outdoor parking lot w/ picnic tables; it's a total dive (but looks fun); crowded
Cane RossoSee Cane Rosso Video ($$)
(1868 ratings)

2612 Commerce St Map It!
Dallas, TX 75226
(214) 741-1188
www.ilcanerosso.com
As Seen On:
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Big Time Flavor"
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Legends of Texas"
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Triple D Nation: Italian, Thai and Pie"
  • Delia Pizza
    Neapolitan pizza w/ fresh mozzarella, roasted grape tomatoes, spicy bacon marmalade & arugula; looks good
  • Pasta Amatriciana
    homemade pasta topped w/ red sauce, pancetta, red onion
  • Billy Ray Valentine Pizza
    housemade mozzarella, vodka sauce, bacon marmalade, smoked bacon & sweety drop peppers; topped w/ olive oil, parmesan & parsley
  • Zucchini & Artichoke Fritters
    fried "nuggets" of dough; chopped artichokes, shredded zucchini, fontina, pecorino, parmesan, roasted garlic, & parsley; served w/ farmhouse dip
 4.0 out of 5
1868 ratings		 opened in 2011; means "red dog"; serves authentic Neapolitan pizza made according to the strict guidelines of the Associazone Verace Pizza Napoletana; pizza oven imported from Italy fired using Texas hardwoods up to 900-degrees; also started an ice cream company & a non-profit dog rescue
Monument CafeSee Monument Cafe Video ($$)
(1617 ratings)

500 S Austin Ave Map It!
Georgetown, TX 78627
(512) 930-9586
themonumentcafe.com
As Seen On:
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Legends of Texas"
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Triple D All Stars"
  • King Ranch Casserole
    Tex-Mex casserole w/ layers of pulled chicken, a creamy soup mixture w/ red bell pepper, diced tomatoes & green chile peppers and flour tortillas are covered with shredded cheese and baked; looks good
  • Pig 'n Waffle
    slice of homemade honey-and-sugar glazed ham in between 2 halved-waffles w/ syrup
 4.0 out of 5
1617 ratings		 est. 1995; classic roadside cafe w/ organic garden & organic market; guest appearance: actor Matthew McConaughey; Other Recipes: Blueberry Pie | Fresh Basil Dressing | Pecan-Crusted Pork Tenderloin | Roasted Root Vegetables | Whole Wheat Zucchini-Herb Bread
Niko Niko's Greek & American Cafe ($$)
(2270 ratings)

2520 Montrose Blvd Map It!
Houston, TX 77006
(713) 528-4976
www.nikonikos.com
As Seen On:
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Legends of Texas"
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "You Can Say That Again"
  • Baby Lamb Shank
    family and fan favorite; oven roasted with olive oil, oregano, garlic & lemon. Greek salad, pita bread & tzatziki sauce on the side; looks good
  • Loukoumades
    Greek honey balls; looks good
 4.0 out of 5
2270 ratings		 opened in 1977; long lines
Red Lion British Pub ($$)
(766 ratings)

2316 S Shepherd Dr Map It!
Houston, TX 77019
(713) 529-8390
www.redlionhouston.com
As Seen On:
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "By Request"
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Legends of Texas"
  • Chicken Tandoori Quesadillas
    chicken baked w/ Tandoori spices, glazed w/ sweet chili sauce then topped w/ mozzarella, pickled onions & peppers
  • Chicken Tikka Masala
    chicken bites in tomato-based creamy sauce; served w/ aged Basmati rice & naan; available for lunch only; looks good
  • Shepherd's Pie
    lamb-based stew topped w/ mashed potatoes & shredded cheese
 4.0 out of 5
766 ratings		 neighborhood British pub w/ traditional British & Asian-Indian twist on pub food
Bob's Taco StationSee Bob's Taco Station Video ($)
(338 ratings)

1901 Ave H Map It!
Rosenberg, TX 77471
(281) 232-8555
www.bobstacos.com
As Seen On:
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Legends of Texas"
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Stacked, Stuffed and Loaded"
  • Carne Guisada Tacos
    beef tips tacos; looks good
  • Bob's Snowballs
    "New Orleans style" (flavor shaved ice); lots of flavors; Guy got Dreamsicle...looks good
  • Pork Tamale
 3.5 out of 5
338 ratings		 started by selling snowballs (flavored shaved ice) in abandoned gas station in 1991 and eventually expanded the menu; everything made from scratch
Chop House Burgers [CLOSED]See Chop House Burgers Video ($$)
(108 ratings)

2230 W Park Row Map It!
Arlington, TX 76013
(817) 459-3700
As Seen On:
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Crankin' Up the Classics"
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, Episode: "Legends of Texas"
  • 10 Pepper Burger
    mixture of jalapenos, habaneros, Anaheim, New Mexico, de Arbol, red and green bells, poblanos, anchos and crushed red peppers; topped w/ pepperjack & served w/ Tabasco mayo
  • Big 'ole Bowl of Gumbo
    house made and served w/ rice & French bread; made w/ Earl Campbell sausage, crabmeat & crawfish; looks good
  • Chop House Burger
    patty is mix of cooked beef brisket & raw ground beef; char grilled & topped w/ house made steak sauce, apple wood bacon & smoked cheddar cheese; served on butter toasted bun; looks good
 3.5 out of 5
108 ratings		 [CLOSED]; owner/chef worked in fine dining for 25 years; Earl Campbell (NFL running back) made guest appearance; moved from original airing location (1700 W Park Row Dr)
Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives -
"Legends of Texas"		   (7 restaurants - Hide Closed)    
Aired on: July 28, 2014 
Aired on: July 28, 2014