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Blue Mesa Grill delivers the bold tastes of the Southwest with an emphasis on grilling, fresh ingredients, and one-of-a-kind recipes in a high-energy environment. Signature items include tableside guacamole, red chile crusted salmon, unique spa dishes and steak, chicken, shrimp or sausage flash-grilled on skewers called churrascaritas. Abundant and colorful plate presentations at moderate prices translate into great value at Blue Mesa.

Start with warm black bean-bacon and queso dip drizzled with avocado sauce and Mesa sampler, caramelized onion-basil quesadilla, new mesa nachos and chicken taquitos. If you prefer salads then try avocado, mango and jicama with grilled shrimp on spring lettuces with tequila-orange vinaigrette. For main course order adobe pie, chicken, cheese and roasted peppers baked in a dome of corn masa and topped with three chile and chipotle cream sauces. A spa-grilled fish with mango relish, sweet potato and asparagus will give you a taste of the seafood prepared in the kitchen. Sip and savor new tequilas and top shelf margarita every month at The Tequila Bar.

The original Blue Mesa began over 20 years ago and is still owned and operated by its founders, Liz and Jim Baron.

This is the home of the dragonburger, a high calorie triple cheeseburger filled liberally with chilli and jalapenos, and if you find yourself craving one just after reading the description then head straight to Johnny B's Burgers, a friendly family run establishment that quite possibly serves some of the best burgers in South Lake. The atmosphere is always jovial and the food they serve draws people of all ages, particularly those looking for a great meal at reasonable prices.

The burgers are old fashioned, with thin patties, served with tomato, lettuce, onion and thousand island dressing, though you could be a little more adventurous and go for the double patty. Sweet sourdough buns, premium Texas beef, handcut and chilli fries and soft cream shakes make this place stand out from the multitude of fast food restaurants that you find in most cities.