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May 23, 2013
Monica's Aca y Alla No Longer Has Monica, but the Deep Ellum Fave Presses On
I was in a car on my way to Austin, tweeting about kolaches and blissfully ignoring my work email, when the DMN story on Monica's Aca y Alla popped up on my phone. I promised myself I wouldn't work while I was gone, but couldn't resist the temptation to at least skim the piece. Long story short: M ... More >>
Dining
May 17, 2012
Manuel's Creative Cuisine is a Worthy Find, If You Can Find It
An Oak Lawn newcomer tries to recapture the Centrum Building's spotlight.
Blogs
April 3, 2012
Chicken Scratch, McCallister's New Adventure and More Openings from a Busy March
As usual, last month was a busy one in the Dallas restaurant scene. Read on for the full slate of opening restaurants, and be sure to share tips about restaurant openings or closings in the comments section below or at dish@dallasobserver.com. Openings: Chicken Scratch (2303 Pittman St.): Tim Byre ... More >>
Blogs
February 9, 2012
WhataFail: How Some Dallas Restaurants Treat Their Employees
Restaurant Opportunities Centers United has released a new restaurant guide. The 52-page guide makes no mention of food quality, ingredient sourcing, or a customer's dining experience, but instead focuses on how well restaurants treat their employees. Wages, benefits and advancement opportunities ar ... More >>
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February 6, 2012
Oak in the Design District is Open for Lunch
Chef Jason Maddy at OakThe new Oak at 1628 Oak Lawn in the Design District, which was previously only open for dinner, announced today that they are now open for lunch. For starters the lunch menu includes hummus, foie gras and celery root and apple soup. For sandwiches they have a lamb bac ... More >>
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January 3, 2012
Bolsa Mercado, Oak and Other Openings and Closings from December in Dallas Dining
December welcomed a handful of highly anticipated restaurants, with Bolsa Mercado setting up shop just a few doors down from Bolsa, the design District's Oak opening its doors and the Galleria welcoming Townhouse Kitchen and Bar. Read on for the full opening and closing slate, and be sure to share t ... More >>
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August 19, 2011
Lose Brunch, and Pick Up Breakfast: That Mimosa Sucked Anyway
flickrI don't love brunch, but I understand its appeal. Why sit down to black coffee, two eggs over-easy, some bacon and toast when you can gorge on eggs Benedict and wash it down with a mimosa that's endless and sweet? Why poke at a single pastry when you can sample a bread basket and sip a ... More >>
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May 6, 2011
Holy Half a Million, Batman, That Dark Knight Art Sure Did Set a Record at Auction Last Night
Everyone scoffed when Barry Sandoval said this Batman would go for $100,000 in March. Though, technically, he was way off.At the end of March, Heritage Auction Galleries invited some of us to walk across Oak Lawn to take a long, hard look at a never-before-offered original Frank Miller splash pag ... More >>
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January 31, 2011
The Calatrava's Kind of Blue
Tomorrow morning, Justin Terveen's promised us a close-up of the Margaret Hunt Hill's promised light-er-up from his perch on the Continental Avenue Bridge. But, well, we've got an awful good view of the Calatrava from Unfair Park HQ, and our Eric Garcia climbed up to the roof to get a good look-see ... More >>
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December 2, 2010
Eatzi's Pork Sausages: If You're Going to Break
A Rule, Do it Right
Bit of a paradox, blogging about pork sausage the same week I blogged about potato latkes, but what the heck, I don't keep kosher, and I can't keep quiet about these pigs that need no blanket -- not anymore. My Jewish guilt is somewhat assuaged by the fact that I first discovered this style of ... More >>
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October 1, 2010
Daiquiri's To Go, To Go
Click to embiggen the Daquiri's To Go menuYou've been to Daiquiri's To Go, no? Most of our staff has -- something, methinks, to do with its proximity to Unfair Park HQ (it's more or less at Oak Lawn and Market Center Boulevard). That, or there's just something about booze in a cup in a bag -- and ... More >>
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July 23, 2010
Get Your Hot Coppa On Tonight With Eatzi's "Pizza Night"
Daniel RodrigueEach Thursday evening, empty pizza boxes line both sides of the Oak Lawn Eatzi's entrance. Pizza Patron and Little Ceasars may have the market cornered when it comes to the whole hot-and-ready-to-go-pizza-pie thing, but those chains' pies don't hold a caper to the savory pizzas yo ... More >>
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July 6, 2010
Bill Shatner's Coming to Town in October. You Khan Greet Him in His Star Trek II Uniform.
If I can sneak away this afternoon, I'm gonna cross Oak Lawn and visit Heritage Auction Galleries HQ -- just so's I can touch the hem of one Admiral James T. Kirk. The Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan costume worn by Bill Shatner, and since stored in the private collection of a prop-and-costume co ... More >>
Dining
July 1, 2010
Meddlesome Moth: Great Beer, but the Food Doesn't Make Our Heart Flutter.
If I can sneak away this afternoon, I'm gonna cross Oak Lawn and visit Heritage Auction Galleries HQ -- just so's I can touch the hem of one Admiral James T. Kirk. The Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan costume worn by Bill Shatner, and since stored in the private collection of a prop-and-costume co ... More >>
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June 2, 2010
When It's Too Hot Out For Coffee, Just Grab Buli's Naughty Toddy
Photos By Daniel RodrigueNot everybody had a Memorial Day spent reveling in work-free, care-free bliss; for many of us the holiday was pretty close to the same ol' daily grind. And, not naming names, but a handful of us showed up at Observer HQ on Monday. By noon, Roasted had already finished off ... More >>
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May 7, 2010
Fino's Italian Bistro May be Good for What Ails You
Neighborhood gems add sparkle to any part of town. Of course, I'm referring to the restaurants and bars that make anyplace in the metroplex special. Many of these places have gained fans outside their area, but denizens of the neighborhood cherish them as uniquely theirs, welcome havens of res ... More >>
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March 1, 2010
There's Light at the End of the Tunnel - Swear
The month of February definitely saw more restaurant closings than openings, with a few scheduled debuts pushed back to March. A new Italian restaurant opened in Coppell (Maurizio's), while another one will be opening shortly in North Dallas (Ristorante Nicola). The masterminds behind Nandina a ... More >>
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February 22, 2010
Getting Your Morning Shot of Kinky Friedman at Urban Dog Coffee
Photos by Daniel RodrigueUrban Dog owner Brady Cottle doses a shot for Kinky.Whether it's a morning cup of wake-up, a mid-day java jolt or a final fix of fresh-brewed for the drive home, many of us rely on our regular close-to-home/office coffee haunts to fuel us through our daily grind. And, whe ... More >>
Blogs
February 18, 2010
Make Cyclone Anaya's Jumbo Lump Crabmeat Nachos Yourself, and You Can Call Them By Any Name You Want
Photos by Sarah JohnsonJumbo Lump Crabmeat Nachos Demonstrated by Jose Cardenas of Cyclone Anaya's It's becoming more common for an athletes, both active and retired, to switch hats and become restaurateurs. For example, the Dallas dining scene has the popular sports-inspired Hully & Mo Res ... More >>
Dining
February 11, 2010
DISH Suffers From a Lack of Focus on Getting the Food Right
Photos by Sarah JohnsonJumbo Lump Crabmeat Nachos Demonstrated by Jose Cardenas of Cyclone Anaya's It's becoming more common for an athletes, both active and retired, to switch hats and become restaurateurs. For example, the Dallas dining scene has the popular sports-inspired Hully & Mo Res ... More >>
Blogs
December 18, 2009
The Year/The Decade: Things We Miss
You leave any era with some regret. It can't be helped, really, for there are moments that pass and places that disappear. The vibe inside Sense when it first opened, before crowds moved elsewhere, that brief period of silliness when places from Paris Vendome to Nana began serving Kobe burgers, k ... More >>
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September 17, 2009
A Sordid Blanche
You leave any era with some regret. It can't be helped, really, for there are moments that pass and places that disappear. The vibe inside Sense when it first opened, before crowds moved elsewhere, that brief period of silliness when places from Paris Vendome to Nana began serving Kobe burgers, k ... More >>
Blogs
July 25, 2009
Sloppy Seconds: Moving On Up
Some places we covered this week are punching above their weight, for better or for worse, and others are aiming purposefully low. The best of City of Ate this week covers a handful of spots toying with a new social place.The Week in Review(s): Your own Dallas Observer: Dave tries slumming it at ... More >>
Blogs
April 2, 2009
Veggie Girl: Eatzi's
A hat tip to the writers of Dude Food, who this February ensured that good ol' meat-eatin' men could dine successfully at Eatzi's. So, it turns out, can veggie-eating types. Eatzi's is one of those Oak Lawn institutions whose charming perks have given it staying power. It could be the outdoor ... More >>
Blogs
March 25, 2009
Pairing Off: Little Debbie Spinwheels
Patrick MichelsWhen you open a bottle of Julienas 2006 Grand Vin Du Beaujolais, a blast of fruit hits your nose, mixed with the sting of black pepper. In tasting, it finishes quickly, but leaves a trace of dark forest berry on the tongue, soured but still palatable.It would be a nice wine for any ba ... More >>
Blogs
February 11, 2009
Pairing Off: Bratwurst and Sauerkraut
Patrick MichelsWhen Charles de Gaulle famously moaned "how can anyone govern a nation that has 246 different kinds of cheese," the Frenchman who best defined national vainglory hoped to excuse political chaos in his country.Geez, the Germans manage orderly governance (and the occasional foray into F ... More >>
Blogs
December 26, 2008
Coffee And Community
It's been over two months since Urban Dog Coffee reopened its refurbished doors on Oak Lawn, and the renovated digs are well-worth a visit. The café now includes two rooms of tables, plush chairs and free wireless in a space complete with paintings by local artists and music by local musicians. "W ... More >>
Blogs
October 24, 2008
Giveaway: Tickets To Tomorrow's Edgefest 18 At Pizza Hut Park
It's been over two months since Urban Dog Coffee reopened its refurbished doors on Oak Lawn, and the renovated digs are well-worth a visit. The café now includes two rooms of tables, plush chairs and free wireless in a space complete with paintings by local artists and music by local musicians. "W ... More >>
News
April 10, 2008
Down-and-Dirty Developers Want Into the Inner City
As the city council looks at rezoning, we're wary of the quick-money guys
Blogs
March 5, 2008
That's What Friends Is For
As the city council looks at rezoning, we're wary of the quick-money guys
Blogs
October 31, 2007
Haaaay Ride
As the city council looks at rezoning, we're wary of the quick-money guys
Blogs
June 8, 2007
An Iron Chef Moves to the Stoneleigh
As the city council looks at rezoning, we're wary of the quick-money guys
Blogs
December 19, 2006
Business in the Front
As the city council looks at rezoning, we're wary of the quick-money guys
News
June 1, 2006
Save This City
As the city council looks at rezoning, we're wary of the quick-money guys
Blogs
April 5, 2006
Walk Away
As the city council looks at rezoning, we're wary of the quick-money guys
News
November 17, 2005
Kitty Has Two Daddies
Intrepid journalist sets out to resolve feline custody dispute
Calendar
September 11, 2003
History Lessons
The Smithsonian brings modern artifacts
Best of Dallas
September 26, 2002
Best Men's Consignery
Gent·ly Owned Men's Consignery
Best of Dallas
September 26, 2002
Best Greeting Cards (Naughty)
Nuvo
Best of Dallas
September 26, 2002
Best DVD Store, But Only For Purchase
Movie Trading Company
Calendar
December 13, 2001
New Year's Eve Guide
Don't be caught at home when 2002 arrives
News
March 1, 2001
The Lady Vanishes
Saying goodbye to Priscilla Davis, the non-socialite
News
September 21, 2000
The Doctor Is Out
A Dallas activist helps lead the charge against Dr. Laura
News
September 7, 2000
Party Girl
Confronting advanced breast cancer without a dime to her name, Texas legend Priscilla Davis insists the good times aren't over yet
Dining
February 18, 1999
Hash Over
Confronting advanced breast cancer without a dime to her name, Texas legend Priscilla Davis insists the good times aren't over yet
Dining
December 31, 1998
Let 'em eat loin
1998 was a year of lusty carnivores, raw fish, and orgiastic indulgence
Dining
October 8, 1998
Drab fab
Fabulosa! doesn't live up to its punctuation
Dining
November 27, 1997
Skyscraper chow
Yorkshire Club thrusts fine fare into thin air
News
November 20, 1997
Holiday Highlights
Yorkshire Club thrusts fine fare into thin air
Dining
August 10, 1995
Hot Dish
Yorkshire Club thrusts fine fare into thin air
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