If there’s one thing we know for sure, there’s no shortage of Texas pride around here! In an effort to help our fellow Texans and support local businesses, our (very hungry) editors scoured the web for the best curbside cuisine the Lone Star State has to offer.
DALLAS/FORT WORTH METROPLEX
A Hero to the Rescue – Dallas
“We have kitchens, we have passionate teammates that want to serve so that is what we are going to do!” Monday-Friday, from 6-9pm, Hero will be providing free hot meals for pick up in downtown Dallas, as part of the Everybody Eats initiative. Simply drive up to the pick up window on Valor, off Nowitizki Way in Victory Plaza.
Cuarentena Meal Kits To Go – Plano
Plano’s Mexican Sugar is providing fun (and food) for the whole family with “cuarentena” meal kits! The kit items change daily, so be sure to check their Instagram feed with updates to each day’s menu. Available for pick up, call (972) 943-0984 to place your order and become your own Top Chef!
Italian Worthy of a *Chef’s Kiss* – Fort Worth
Cafe Bella, voted Best Italian by Fort Worth Magazine, has the comfort carbs you’re craving! Place your take out order over the phone, or opt for delivery via a third party service. View their menu here.
CENTRAL TEXAS
Roll Through Cafe Cappuccino – Waco
Waco’s Cafe Cappuccino’s got you covered – in more ways than one! With three locations serving breakfast, lunch and coffee to go, you’ll also get a free roll of coveted TP with every $15 order, or two rolls with every $25 gift card purchase.
Local Fave Offering ‘Kerbside’ Pickup – Austin
With all locations (excluding their Central location) open from 7am-10pm daily for delivery or Kerbside pickup, there is no shortage in Kerbey Queso around here! In an effort to keep Austin kind, for every one adult entree purchased, you can receive a kids meal free of charge. Visit their website to order online.
Embracing the New Normal – Fredericksburg
Emma + Ollie’s in Fredericksburg, offering pastries, breakfast and boxed lunches, is fully embracing the new normal by adjusting their store hours, delivery, and pick up options to best serve and support their community. For updated operating hours and pick up protocol, visit their website.
You’re My Boy, Blue! – Bryan/College Station
Bryan/College Station fans of Blue Baker, rejoice! The local favorite’s pick-up windows and tents are open. Try a new Cajun Crawfish Roll, or check out their daily specials, available via online order for pick up or delivery. Another perk: Baker Bonds! Purchase a gift card, and Blue Baker will add 10 percent to any remaining balance at the end of the year.
GREATER HOUSTON
Fine Dining with a Finer Perk – Houston
Houstonians, turn your dining room into a cozy lodge with sophisticated classics, like Duck Gumbo and Bread Pudding, courtesy of Rainbow Lodge. They’re giving away a $20 gift card with every to-go order, and will bring your meal straight to your car! Check out their take-out menu, then call (713) 861-8666 to order.
Sweet Relief – Houston
Cloud 10 Creamery, with three locations across Houston, has their unique scoop selections available for take out and delivery from 12-10pm. 15 percent of gift card purchases will be put toward staff tips, so now is a great time to stock up on gifts. Treat yo’self while treating others!
WEST TEXAS
Indoor Date Night – Abilene
Fire up the Netflix and call Vagabond Pizza in Abilene to take care of the rest! From Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-8pm, you can order pizza and wine for take out! This is what quarantined date night dreams are made of.
Family Dinner, Fuentes Style – San Angelo
Let San Angelo’s Fuentes Cafe Downtown check “meal prep” off your to do list. Serving 4-6, their Family To-Go Packs vary from enchiladas to tapatios, all served with chips and hot sauce. Don’t forget to add a Patron margarita kit to your order! Check out their Facebook page and website for ordering details and ongoing specials.
Curbside Cupcakes – Lubbock
“Best of the West 2019” The Ruffled Cup has cupcakes and confections available for curbside pickup. Call in now to get margarita, mimosa, and coconut cream cupcakes delivered to your car! Their Amarillo location is open, as well!
”Stay Home” for a Good Cause – El Paso
Ay Jalisco encourages social distancing with their “Stay Home” special: 12 flautas (get them deep fried, or frozen for later use), all the fixin’s, two quesadillas and a side of rice and beans, all for $16! Consider sponsoring a meal for law enforcement, first responders and medical workers. Call (915) 852-8282, or visit their website for more details!
SOUTH TEXAS
Let’s Get Some BBQ, Bro – San Antonio
If you’re hankerin’ for some authentic Texas barbecue, Two Bros in San Antonio has got your back! Open daily for curbside pick up or delivery, call (210) 496-0222 to order.
At-Home Tour de Taste Buds – Laredo
Try flavor profiles from all over the world, within the comfort of your own home, with El Capataz take out! Their dishes are inspired from varying regions such as Southern Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean and Mediterranean. Their full menu is available for curbside pickup from 5-9pm.
EAST TEXAS
Banh Mi & Boba Tea To Go – Tyler
Open from 11am-7pm for curbside pick up, local favorite WhatSub Banh Mi is offering 20% off! Place an order for banh mi, a rice bowl, salad bowl with a side (spring rolls, chips or fried tofu) and a boba tea for the discount.
