Popular Addison happy hour destination Houlihan’s just celebrated its 43rd birthday. As part of its ongoing birthday celebration, Houlihan’s is dishing up (pun intended) a special “Culinary Comeback” menu that features some of their most popular items from menus past through the end of May.
Grapefruit Jalapeno Cocktail
I braved the torrential downpours of late to check out the “Culinary Comeback” menu with my wife. Maybe it was the lingering effects of Cinco De Mayo, but I ended up ordering a very Mexican-inspired dinner–a Grapefruit Jalapeño cocktail and the Achiote Grilled Shrimp Tacos (both features of the limited time menu). The Grapefruit Jalapeño cocktail is an interestingly spicy yet refreshing drink, with Deep Eddy Ruby Red vodka, lime, soda water and fresh jalapeños. The jalapeños may not be not suitable for those who for usually shy away from spice, but it did have a nice bite without being overpowering. As for my shrimp tacos, the chipotle-achiote marinade gave a surprisingly deep, smoky flavor to the dish and the chipotle mayo and sweet chipotle dressing added a nice sweet/savory touch. These tacos are by no means your traditional, bland fish tacos.
Achiote Grilled Shrimp Tacos
Opting for a “girly” drink (though Susie would argue that that’s an insult to some), my wife decided on the Strawberry Basil Lemonade. The summery mix of fresh strawberries, basil, fresh lemonade and Bombay Sapphire gin was the perfect thing to start summer (err spring?) off with a bang. The basil was a welcome change … it’s more unique than throwing mint in it and it gave it a really nice fragrance. Frankly, I was tempted to order one myself, but thought the pink drink looked better in her hands than in would in mine. Paired with Houlihan’s ever so popular wild mushroom and arugula flatbread (a mix of crimini, shiitake and oyster mushrooms with a roasted garlic white sauce, a blend of cheeses and truffle vinaigrette), my wife’s combo was an excellent light and satisfying choice.
Strawberry Basil Lemonade | Picture borrowed from Houlihan’s
It’s clear that Houlihan’s has a lot to celebrate … and I love how they actually listen to their customers. (Case in point: the comeback menu.) Add in food and drinks features like Certified Angus beef, organic salad greens, gluten-free and vegetarian options, and the always noteworthy happy hour menu and I will gladly celebrate with Houhilan’s.
Their Culinary Comeback menu will be available through the end of May. Check out the menu. Happy 43rd birthday Houlihan’s!
Houlihan’s (Addison location; there are 3 in the DFW area)
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5225 Belt Line Road, Dallas, TX 75254
(972) 386-0689
Happy Hour: 3pm-7pm & 9pm-11pm (“Happy Apps” until close)
- $3 domestic drafts & long island ice tea by the glass
- $4 wells cocktails & craft beers
- $5 traditional or fresh agave margaritas, mojitos, mango ginger or mandarin martini and long island iced tea pitchers
- $1 off glass of wine
- 13 appetizers for $3.95