HAPPIEST HOURS Try this: Best compared to a savory crêpe, a dosa is a thin, flat layer of cooked rice and lentil batter, ideal for dipping or stuffing full of yummy ingredients. Try the Masala Dosa, served with potato masala, sambar (flavorful lentil dip), and chutney. 1760 Prairie City Road, Suite 160, Folsom, 916-985- 3500, mylapore.us THE INDEPENDENT Vibe: Cocktail-focused outpost with cozy dining, a shrouded patio with ample seating, and fresh modern American plates. Hours: Monday-Friday, 2-6 p.m. Must-try dish: Swap potatoes for turnips with the turnip fries, a low-carb option that’s just as satiating as its counterpart. Tip: pair them with the cajun BBQ sauce. Hailed for its crafty libations, mixed drinks is where the bar really shines. For something familiar yet different, opt for a glass of Miss American Rye, a whiskey-based cocktail with housemade ginger syrup, housemade ginger beer, and an absinthe kick. 629 Main Street, Placerville, 530-344-7645, independentplacerville.com LA CALLE Vibe: Colorful murals and lights make La Calle a hip and popular spot. Hours: Wednesday-Friday, 2:30-6 p.m. Try this: Fried, yet fresh, give the Shrimp Poppers a try. Jalapeños stuffed with cheese and shrimp are wrapped in bacon, battered, and fried to golden perfection. This pop won’t stop. Keep the spice going with the Spicy Mamacita featuring vodka, house-made sweet and sour, and fresh-muddled jalapeños. 6608 Folsom-Auburn Road, Suite 1, Folsom, 916- 293-9677, facebook.com/lacallefolsom FLIGHTZ Vibe: Laid-back and unfussy with a wellrounded offering of wines, plus a sunny patio. Hours: Tuesday-Thursday and Sunday, 2-6 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 2-4 p.m.; 8-10 p.m. daily Try this: Nothing beats a classic yet flavorful bruschetta. Flightz Bruschetta features roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, pesto, and a Cabernet honey balsamic reduction. You can’t go to Flightz without trying a flight. Choose one of their Wine Flightz to get a few tastes of one winery. 3907 Park Drive, Suite 110, El Dorado Hills, 916-805- 5128, flightzwinepub.com Turnip Fries and Miss American Rye at The Independent FLB ENTERTAINMENT CENTER Vibe: A gathering spot for locals with plenty of fun including flat screen TVs, dart boards, pool tables, and more. Hours: Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m. Try this: There’s nothing like digging into Babo Fish Tacos. Beer-battered cod with shredded cabbage on a parmesan-crusted corn tortilla topped with pickled onion, creamy chipotle sauce, and garnished with cilantro and lime. Enjoy the generous happy hour discount with over 20 beers on tap or a cocktail made to order. 511 East Bidwell Street, Folsom, 916-983-4411, flb365.com BENNETT’S KITCHEN BAR MARKET Vibe: A fresh, laid-back interior with the option to be seated in the bar or casually hang on the patio while enjoying offerings from the market counter. Hours: 3-7 p.m. daily Try this: The best of both worlds comes in Corned Beef Tacos. House-braised, shredded beef in a handmade corn tortilla. Made with vodka and house-made tomato water, Tito’s Tomato Martini is a simple yet flavorful cocktail that pairs perfectly. 1595 Eureka Road, Roseville, 916-750-5150, bennettskitchen.com LAZY DOG RESTAURANT & BAR Vibe: Family-friendly with loads of seating and a chilled-out atmosphere. Hours: Monday-Friday, 3-6 p.m.; Sunday- Thursday, 9 p.m.- 12 a.m. Try this: Dive into the Coconut Shrimp Ceviche that’s cured in fresh citrus juices and coconut milk with fresh veggies. Bring a few friends and split a pitcher of Sangria; choose from white peach, raspberry rosé, or pomegranate red. 300 Palladio Parkway, Folsom, 916-378-4660; 238 Gibson Drive, Roseville, 916-727-6321, Photo by Dante Fontana. lazydogrestaurants.com 54 stylemg.com | AUGUST <strong>2019</strong> | /stylemg /stylemediagroup /stylemediagroup /stylemags
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