Santa Fe Cattle Co.

On our recent trip to Regal Palms, we discovered a new-to-us chain restaurant called Santa Fe Cattle Co. Located on US 27--just past the intersection with US 192--it's only about 10 minutes from Regal Palms Resort & Spa.

Although the restaurant also offers "Chuckwagon Breakfasts" from 7:30 to 10:30 in the morning, we dined from its lunch/dinner menu. We were pleased with the selection of steaks, chicken, sandwiches and salads. The grownups shared chicken-steak combo fajitas, which were delicious. The kiddo had classic mac and cheese from the children's menu.

A Santa Fe plus: the basket of steaming-hot yeast rolls and cornbread that's brought to every table. Like Texas Roadhouse and other chain steakhouses, Santa Fe Cattle Co. also provides a bucket of peanuts in the shell. And the wait staff--who provide excellent service with a welcome dash of Southern hospitality--encourage patrons to toss the empty shells right on the floor.

If you're looking for a hearty meat 'n' potatoes meal with Southwestern flair, check out Santa Fe Cattle Co. And if you're ready to book your stay at Regal Palms, consider our four-bedroom, three-bathroom townhouse. To learn more, visit our website or call Susan at 1-888-353-6600.