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Kingfsh (1998) 601 W. Riverside Drive, Jeffersonville // (812) 284-3474 kingfshrestaurants.com Kingfsh offers a large seafood menu (Icelandic cod and rolled oysters are local faves) and live entertainment at its On the Rocks patio bar. La Bocca (2010) 134 E. Market St., New Albany // (812) 725-9495 laboccarestaurant.net This family-friendly restaurant serves authentic Italian fare for lunch and dinner, including calamari, pasta La Bocca and a seafood combo of shrimp, clams and calamari served over linguini. Lancaster's Cafe (1953) 223 W. Fifth St., New Albany // (812) 949-2400 newalbanyentertainment.com/Lancasters-Cafeteria.html Team banners and photos of local sports icons decorate this relaxed and comfortable 175-seat cafeteria. Louis Le Francais 225 State St., New Albany // (812) 9459425 wickspizza.com See Highlands entry. 2740 Charlestown Road, New Albany // (812) 944-6845 ilovezesto.com Only open in the warmer months, this old-school drive-in cools off the summer with homemade ice cream and sorbet favors. Grab a pulled-pork sandwich or chili dog and follow it up with a butterscotch-dipped soft-serve. COFFEE & MORE Adrienne & Co. Bakery Cafe (2001) 3825 Charlestown Road, New Albany // (812) 945-4405 theoriginalpizzaking.com A family favorite serving original "Southern Indianastyle" pizza, this place brings out your drinks on a train while the kids watch the personal booth TV or play video games. Rocky's Italian Grill (1977; riverfront restaurant opened 2000) 715 W. Riverside Drive, Jeffersonville // (812) 282-3844 eatatrockys.com Rocky's offers spectacular river views, outdoor seating, 32 craft beers and a whole-wheat crust pizza that made its predecessor — Rocky's Sub Pub — a longtime Jeffersonville favorite. Toast on Market (2005) 141 E. Market St., New Albany // (812) 941-8582 toastonmarket.com See Butchertown/Phoenix Hill/Irish Hill entry. town r d River City Winery (2007) Chateau de Pique Clarksville Tasting Room (2005) Rookies Cookies (1939) 1305 Veterans Pkwy., Clarksville // (812) 725-7879 chateaudepique.com Sample classic French-American hybrid wines at the tasting room of this Seymour, Ind., winery. Coffee Crossing 180 W. Spring St., New Albany // (812) 949-4430 earthfriendscafe.com The original location of this vegan/vegetarian specialty cafe now found in NuLu as well is located inside the historic New Albany library. Get a cup of organic joe and browse the library's corridors. Pizza King 137 E. Market St., New Albany // (812) 590-3426 quillscoffee.com See Highlands entry. 321 Pearl St., New Albany // (812) 945WINE rivercitywinery.biz Housed in an old dry-goods store, River City bottles 3,000 to 4,000 gallons of wine each year. A tasting room and restaurant known for crab cakes and brick-oven pizzas occupies the frst foor, with a banquet facility on the top level. New Albanian Pizzeria & Public House (2009) (2004) 4211 Charlestown Road, New Albany // (812) 981-0188 onionteahouse.com This Chinese restaurant offers daily specials, such as Maui pineapple chicken and sizzling tofu, and has a good selection of bubble teas. Quills Coffee (2011) 129 W. Court Ave., Jeffersonville // (812) 282-2665 cakestoday.com While a slice of German chocolate cake is as good as it gets, why not mix it up with a bite of lemon blueberry swirl, caramel apple, or any of the other 30 favors this shop has to offer? 4212 Charlestown Road, New Albany // (812) 981-2633 coffeecrossing.com Grab your mocha and settle into a chair by the freplace. Get your caffeine fx frozen, blended or straight black, and your wif free. Tip: Try the banana nut bread latte. Onion Restaurant & Tea House ing Spr d eR 65 dl Mid St 8th St Zesto's (1951) 133 E. Market St., New Albany // (812) 944-1222 louislefrancais.com Impeccable service and genuine French cuisine, prepared by owner/chef Louis Retailleau, has made this such a popular spot for lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch that it's best to make reservations. 3312 Plaza Drive, New Albany // (812) 944-2577 newalbanian.com Formerly Rich O's and Sportstime PIzza, New Albanian Brewery's Pizzeria remains a local favorite. The "upside-down" pizza, beer cheese and, of course, the brews are highly recommended. Sam Peden Community Park Wick's Pizza (1981) St 1370 Veteran's Pkwy., Clarksville // (812) 218-9538 kansaisteakhouse.com Now open in Louisville as well, this local favorite serves up sushi rolls such as the "Mango Crunch Roll," the "Angry Ex-Wife" and the "Morning Roll." 265 te Kansai Japanese Steakhouse 2441 State St., New Albany // (812) 944-9999 tuckersaf.com With three 118-inch TVs and 12 plasmas, Tucker's is a family sports restaurant serving reasonably priced wings, burgers and steaks. Sta 2421 Engle Road, Starlight // (812) 923-5255 joehubers.com Buy in-season fruits and veggies at the market or pick them yourself. The restaurant features homestyle fare such as fried chicken, honey ham, fried biscuits with apple butter, cobblers and pies. Tucker's American Favorites (1998) Charles Joe Huber Family Farm & Restaurant (1983) Earth Friends Cafe (2011) Honey Creme Donut Shop (c. 1943) 514 Vincennes St., New Albany // (812) 945-2150 "We Do Donuts & We Do Them Right" is the slogan of this 70-year-old bakery at the corner of Vincennes and Donut Alley. Plan to arrive early. Open at 5 a.m. Huber's Orchard and Winery (1978) 19816 Huber Road, Borden // (812) 923-9463 huberwinery.com This 600-acre family farm includes a fun park with slides, mazes, pedal karts, miniature tractor rides and a petting zoo; a bakery, lunch cafe, ice cream and cheese shop; winery tours and tastings; and tours of the vineyards. PerkFections Cafe (2002) 359 Spring St., Jeffersonville // (812) 218-0611 PerkFections offers a complete espresso bar; chai teas and smoothies; a pastry case with its signature Oreo Dream and lemon blueberry bars; and light luncheon fare. Polly's Freeze (1952) 5242 State Road 62, Georgetown // (812) 945-6911 pollysfreeze.com. Celebrating 60 years, this 1950s-era summer drive-in offers burgers and fries but is best known for its soft-serve and homemade ice creams and sherbets, available by the pint, quart and halfgallon. 310 Pearl St., New Albany // (812) 9488858 rookiescookies.net A New Albany tradition since 1939, Rookies Cookies is famous for melt-in-your-mouth, sold-bythe-pound cookies, peanut butter patties, cookie pancakes, and chocolate, cinnamon, pecan and fruit sweet rolls. Schimpff's Confectionery (1891) 347 Spring St., Jeffersonville // (812) 283-8367 schimpffs.com One of Indiana's "seven hidden treasures," Schimpff's Confectionery is well known for making the perfect Red Hots.The store features a candymaking demonstration area, candy museum and a 1950s-era soda fountain that make the 120-yearold company just as much of a tourist destination as a sweets-lover's paradise. Sweet Stuff Bakery (1986) 323 E. Spring St., New Albany // (812) 948-2507 sweetstuffbakery.com Would we like a slice of chocolate gateau ganache cake, caramel apple pie, or red velvet cheesecake? All of the above, please. when we last checked — and you'll receive a free mug with your name on it. Bottoms up, Rogue Dead Guy! The Levee (2009) 1005 W. Market St., Jeffersonville // (812) 284-4759 Stop in to play a game of pool and enjoy a river view. A great hang out for hot summer nights. Lighthouse Restaurant and Lounge 202 Main St., Jeffersonville // (812) 283-0077 With all-you-can-eat whitefsh, fries, and coleslaw every Friday, this small restaurant stays busy. Stop in for dinner and stay for the cheap drinks. New Albanian Bank Street Brewhouse (2002) 415 Bank St., New Albany // (812) 7259585 newalbanian.com New Albanian has been brewing distinctive and award-winning house beers for nine years. Savor their suds with pizza, sandwiches or salads at the original Plaza Drive location (New Albanian Pizzeria & Public House). Third Base Tavern 134 Spring St., Jeffersonville // (812) 283-4947 If you have a chopper, chances are you've been here. Live music and a line of bikes in the front are the norm at this small tavern. FASHion Clothes Cottage (1982) 2545 Charlestown Road, New Albany // (812) 945-5960 Located in a former bank building, Clothes Cottage offers name-brand clothing for every member of the family. Nightlife The Dandy Lion (2010) 310 Bank St., New Albany // (812) 9449477 Built largely out of "upcycled" construction materials, this art boutique carries clothing, jewelry, candles and fasks, and fne art created by more than 120 crafters and artists from around the world. The Irish Exit Ale House (2011) Designer Fragrance & Gifts (1986) 207 E. Main St., New Albany // (812) 944-1929 theirishexit.com If corn hole, live music and the outdoor patio aren't enticements enough, drink one of everything on their beer menu — there were 78 different brews 423 Spring St., Jeffersonville // (812) 282-3943 No knock-offs here, just discounts on department store fragrances, jewelery and purses by makers such as Kate Landry, Jessica Simpson, Giani Bini and Antonio Melani. William's Bakery (1928) 1051 N. Clark Blvd., Clarksville // (812) 284-2867 This classic bakery open since 1928 has perfected the iced sugar cookie. TIP INSIDERS· HOLE IN THE WALL The Lighthouse Bar and Grill Restaurant and Lounge (202 Main St., Jeffersonville). Located across from Jeffboat, the Lighthouse is famous for its $6.99 all-you-can-eat white fsh, fries and slaw on Fridays. Throw in cheap drinks, pool, darts, and friendly locals. This place keeps a crowd. 6.13 LOUISVILLE MAGAZINE 91