American/Traditional

Open until at least 2 a.m. every night, this bar keeps parties fueled with 100 domestic and imported beers and familiar finger foods

Tex-mex cantina with southwestern classics such as fajita quesadillas and barbecue-smothered pulled-pork sandwiches

Bar near Atlantic Ocean pairs outdoor patio, tiki roof, and 30 drafts with raw-oyster bar, steaks, and flatbread pizzas

All natural and organic seafood, steak, and locally grown chops at a dark wood-paneled restaurant with a cigar lounge and 100+ bourbons

Nimbus amber and blond ales help wash down appetizers such as cheesy quesadillas and signature meatballs with housemade sauce

Full-service diner with vintage '50s and '60s flair serves all-natural burgers, sandwiches, and grilled cheeses with a choice of 29 toppings

Chef with regular segment on WBRC Fox 6 pairs four-course meal with six to seven wines

Shrimp tacos with margarita coleslaw, pesto turkey burger with roasted red peppers, and St. Louis–style ribs with korean barbecue sauce

Burgers, tuna melts, pork chops, and pastas at five locations of Iowa-centric franchise

Polynesian fusion food such as mu shu braised duck and tropical drinks such as vodka mai tais in a tiki-themed dining room