Low-Carb, Paleo/Primal-Friendly Restaurant Meals

I’m keeping it short today since we’re making the final move into our new place and may not have Internet access for a while. Fortunately, I’ve downloaded a lot of podcasts onto my Ipad  — will make unpacking much more enjoyable!
I’ve been eating some very basic Paleo/Primal foods this week, and it’s going very well so far. I’m eager to try preparing some more elaborate recipes soon. However,  since our new refrigerator won’t be delivered for a few days,  a good portion of my meals will be eaten away from home.  So I thought I’d post a few ideas for making  great low-carb, Paleo/Primal dining choices, beginning with choosing the right restaurant.

Here’s a regional list of restaurants that serve Certified Humane (no antibiotics, free-range, naturally raised) poultry, meat, dairy, and/or eggs. Check out the ones in your area, and feel free to add any others you know and like in the comments section below.  I know there are a lot more out there! Very easy to make these meals low-carb by replacing the bread, pasta, and potatoes with extra grilled veggies or a large salad.

The following  are my favorite places that serve at least one low-carb, Paleo/Primal-friendly entree (hopefully a few on the list have locations near you!)  and what I recommend ordering from each.  Enjoy!

1. Chipotle  Everything here is wonderful! 100% of the pork, 80% of the chicken, and 85% of the beef (100% for barbacoa) served at Chipotle is naturally raised, and their goal is to eventually offer only 100% organic/naturally raised meat and poultry. 
Recommendation:  Chicken, pork, or beef salad with lettuce, sauteed green peppers and onions, pico de gallo, and a generous scoop of homemade guacamole.

2. Ruby’s Diner Earlier this year, this ’50s-style diner began using only naturally raised beef in all its restaurants.  Chicken is still conventionally farmed, however.
Recommendation:  Ruby’s burger in lettuce wrap  or chopped steak, large salad with oil and vinegar

3. Wood Ranch BBQ and Grill  Select entrees at Wood Ranch use poultry that’s free-range and naturally raised.
Recommendation:  Roasted free-range half chicken or free-range turkey sliders,  large salad with oil and vinegar

4. Panera Bread  Although known for its sandwiches and baked goods, there are a number of naturally raised chicken  salads available at Panera.
Recommendation:  Grilled Chicken Caesar Salad or Chopped Chicken Salad