I was born and raised in Lubbock, Texas. I also happen to be a foodie, a coinsurer of fine dining, a gastronome. In other words, a fat guy.

One of my personal favorite places to gorge myself in Lubbock is and always has been Jazz Louisiana Kitchen. My last meal would be a full order of their famous Chicken A La Mer on a bed of rice with double veggies, a side of the stuffed zucchini, and several ICE COLD Coors Lights. Possibly a beignet for dessert if I have room. Oh, and Tracee (the owner) would need to be my server because she's one of my favorite people in the world.

As a tried and true Lubbockite, I know my way around a Taco Villa too! I don't know what it is about that place that makes it so, so good. Maybe it's the red sauce. Maybe it's the tortillas or their famous hot sauce served in the little cups. I don't know exactly what it is, but I'm composed of about 64% Taco Villa.

What would be YOUR pick for a restaurant where everyone needs to eat at least ONCE in Lubbock? We asked that very question and the answers are in the gallery below!

Restaurants in Lubbock That Everyone Should Try At Least Once

We asked, and Lubbock answered! Here are the local restaurants that Lubbock residents absolutely insist you visit at least once.

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Texas Police Codes with Descriptions

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Pumpkin Inspirations for Amateur Carvers

Let's face it, not everyone is a whiz at carving pumpkins. Sometimes your jack-o-lantern looks more sad than scary, but that's okay! Perhaps these examples could inspire you to try something different this season!

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