Red Garter Bar & Grill

Red Garter is a neighborhood bar on East Speedway with a burger reputation that has lasted. The half-pound Red Garter Burger is the staple, and the Black & Blue Bacon Burger adds blackening spices, blue cheese and bacon.

It still ranks among the city's higher-rated burger spots with diners. Expect a laid-back bar crowd, and go for a big, classic bar burger rather than anything fancy. It is close to the university area, which makes it an easy stop after a game or a show. Order the Red Garter Burger the first time, then branch out.