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What to Eat in Tallahassee

Like many other southern cities, casual American cuisine dominates the Tallahassee dining scene. However, because seafood reigns supreme in Florida, many Tallahassee eateries also offer a variety of fresh seafood dishes.

Locals and visitors alike rave about the laid-back eatery Kool Beanz Cafe, which cooks up funky American dishes like the mojo spiced chicken, country fried chicken and linguine with crawdads (or crawfish as they're more commonly known outside of the South). Kool Beanz also offers a sizable beer and wine menu.

Another local favorite is Wells Brothers Bar and Grill, home of the "Best Burger in Tallahassee" according to FSView & Florida Flambeau. The popular burger joint is known for its specialty burgers, which range from the roasted red pepper and bacon-topped "The Panhandler" to the peanut butter and bacon-covered "The Lip Smacker." For those looking to blend in with the locals, try "The Gator-Hater," a classic burger with bacon and cheese that pays homage to Tallahassee's own Florida State University. Wells Brothers also offers pizza, salads and other casual fare for those looking for something other than a burger.

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#1
Backwoods Crossing
#1 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (410)
$ - $$ | American, Asian
6725 Mahan Dr, Tallahassee, FL 32308-1413
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#2
The Bada Bean
#2 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (256)
$ - $$ | American, Cafe
2500 Apalachee Pkwy, Tallahassee, FL 32301-4978
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#3
Kool Beanz Cafe
#3 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (1109)
$ - $$ | American, International
921 Thomasville Rd Local Eatery with daily menu changes, Tallahassee, FL 32303-6219
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#4
Wells Brothers Bar and Grill
#4 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (456)
$ - $$ | American, Bar
1710 W Tharpe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303-4442
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#5
Cypress Restaurant
#5 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (270)
$$ | American
320 E Tennessee St, Tallahassee, FL 32301-7626
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#6
Shula's 347 Grill
#6 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (567)
$$ | American, Steakhouse
415 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32301-1257
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#7
Georgio's Fine Food & Spirits
#7 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (517)
$ - $$ | Seafood, Mediterranean
2971 Apalachee Pkwy, Tallahassee, FL 32301-3609
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#8
Azu Lucy Ho's
#8 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (251)
$ - $$ | Chinese, Japanese, Sushi, Asian
3220 Apalachee Pkwy, Tallahassee, FL 32311-5200
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#9
Midtown Caboose
#9 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (276)
$ - $$ | American, Bar
1406 N Meridian Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32303-5642
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#10
Harry's Seafood Bar and Grille
#10 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (815)
$ - $$ | American, Bar, Seafood, Cajun & Creole, Grill
301 S Bronough St, Tallahassee, FL 32301-1706
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#11
Sage
#11 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (328)
$$ | Cafe, American
3534 Maclay Blvd S, Tallahassee, FL 32312-3914
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#12
Cabo's Island Grill and Bar
#12 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (450)
$ - $$ | Mexican, American, Seafood
1221 Apalachee Pkwy, Tallahassee, FL 32301-4543
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#13
Bird's Aphrodisiac Oyster Shack
#13 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (216)
$ | American, Bar, Seafood, Pub
325 N Bronough St, Tallahassee, FL 32301-1311
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#14
Ted's Montana Grill
#14 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (940)
$ - $$ | American, Bar
1954 Village Green Way, Tallahassee, FL 32308-3800
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#15
Masa
#15 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (287)
$ - $$ | Japanese, Sushi, Asian, Thai
1650 N Monroe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303-5533
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#16
Bella Bella
#16 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (338)
$ - $$ | Italian
123 E 5th Ave, Tallahassee, FL 32303-6122
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#17
Shell Oyster Bar
#17 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (134)
$ - $$ | American, Seafood
114 Oakland Ave # A, Tallahassee, FL 32301-4314
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#18
Grub Burger Bar
#18 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (171)
$ - $$ | American, Bar
3425 Thomasville Rd Suite 21, Tallahassee, FL 32309-3493
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#19
Sweet Pea Cafe
#19 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (109)
$ | American, Cafe
832 W Tharpe St, Tallahassee, FL 32303-5355
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#20
Sahara Greek Lebanese
#20 of 949 Places to Eat in Tallahassee
TripAdvisor (129)
$ - $$ | Lebanese, Mediterranean, Greek, Middle Eastern
1241 E Lafayette St, Tallahassee, FL 32301-4518
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