Racine's dining landscape is ever-growing and while you'll still find your fair share of small, mom and pop diners and supper clubs, new, contemporary and ethnically diverse restaurants are popping up downtown.

Here is an updated account of what our neighbor to the south is bringing to the dining table. While this list doesn't cover every last eatery, it includes the newcomers as well as several perennial favorites.

Buckets Pub
2031 Lathrop Ave., (262) 633-8951
You'll find classic bar food here, done well. Hit it up for your Friday night fish fry or grab a burger during the game.

Buona Vita Pizzeria Restaurant
3701 Durand Ave., (262) 554-5508
It's known locally as an "Italian gem." Go for the pizza, stay for the fun.

Chancery
207 Gas Light Dr., (262) 635-0533
6430 Washington Ave., (262) 886-5600
www.thechancery.com
Wisconsinites know what to expect at this "family pub": an American menu featuring wraps, sandwiches, pub burgers, seafood and even steaks.

Charcoal Grill & Rotisserie
8300 Washington Ave., (262) 884-9400
www.charcoalgrill.com
As the name suggests, the Charcoal grill prepares its home-style food backyard BBQ style over coals or wood and its pizzas are made in a wood-fired brick oven. Overall, the place feels casual and relaxing.

Corner House
1521 Washington Ave., (262) 637-1295
Famed for its prime rib, the Corner House has been a Racine surf and turf staple for years. Prime rib not your thing? Try the lobster and other seafood selections.

DeRango's Pizza Palace
3840 Douglas Ave., (262) 639-4112
www.derangos.com
The DeRango family pizza is consistently voted as the best in Racine, but the restaurant also serves up plenty of other Italian specialties, as well as seafood, charbroiled steaks and sandwiches.

Farm Restaurant
3810 Durand Ave., (262) 634-1267
www.barnbuster.net
It doesn't get much more family style than dining at The Farm. You can't miss it; it's the size, shape and color of an actual barn and it dishes out good Midwestern eats, like burgers, fries, fish and chicken. Dig in.

HobNob Restaurant
277 S. Sheridan Rd., (262) 552-8008
www.thehobnob.com
Rarely will you find a more stunning view of Lake Michigan in Wisconsin than at the HobNob. It has the feel of a '50s-style supper club, with classic entrees, swanky cocktails and live music on the weekends.

Infusino's Restaurant
3325 Rapids Dr., (262) 633-3173
www.infusinos.com
If you're looking for an authentic Italian dinner, this is one of your best bets in Racine. The huge menu boasts a complete tour of Italy, from veal, to pasta to seafood and dessert.

Ivanhoe Pub & Eatery
231 Main St., (262) 637-4730
www.theivanhoepub.com
Once you make your way through its extensive beer and Irish whiskey selection, you might want to consider a meal. Choose from apps, salads, wraps, burgers, ciabatta bread or entrée items like shepherd's pie.

Jose's Blue Sombrero
6430 Washington Ave., (262) 886-5600
www.josesbluesombrero.com
Jose's offers standard, quick, Americanized Mexican fare with some interesting options added for good measure. Tip: order the tableside guacamole; it's prepared fresh in front of you at your table.

Kewpees
520 W. Wisconsin Ave., (262) 634-9601
www.kewpee.com
One of the only unique hamburger joints in town, Kewpies caters to downtown workers looking for a mid-day snack or evening meal. The 1950's diner style sandwich shop serves 700-1000 hungry patrons everyday.

Lone Star Steakhouse & Saloon
5880 Durand Ave., (262) 554-4511
www.lonestarsteakhouse.com
This Texas-style steak house and saloon specializes in hand-cut mesquite-grilled meats with all the sides you love: steak fries, twice-baked potato, Texas rice and homemade chili.

Los Mariachis Mexican Restaurant
5821 Washington Ave., (262) 884-0770
www.losmariachis-wi.com
How about some beef tongue tacos tonight? Yep, they've got them (and we hear they're good!), but if you're looking for a your favorite Mexican dishes, you'll find them here in many tasty varieties.  Page 1 of 2 (view all on one page)

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