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Aaren Prody

Aaren Prody is a freelance food writer for the Dallas Observer, whose culinary endeavors are inspired by her travels around the world and fueled by a seriously good cup of joe. Her repertoire also extends to her camera and niche selection of Spotify playlists.

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The Most Exciting Restaurant Openings This Fall

By Aaren ProdySeptember 17, 2025

A no-phone policy? Only if the margs are flowing. What about art-inspired tasting menus? Buckle up for fall.

4 Dallas Restaurants Are Finalists for World’s Most Beautiful List

4 Dallas Restaurants Are Finalists for World’s Most Beautiful List

By Aaren ProdySeptember 17, 2025

Finally, the bathroom at Le PasSage is getting the recognition it deserves.

The tordelli at Baonecci

The 15 Best Italian Restaurants in Dallas

By Angie Quebedeaux and OthersSeptember 16, 2025

For many, there are few things as comforting as a bowl of pasta. Here’s our list of great Italian restaurants around Dallas.

A Ranking of the Best State Fairs Just Dropped, See Where Texas Stands

By Aaren ProdySeptember 12, 2025

Proposterous. They’ve clearly never had a Fletcher’s corny dog, and it shows. We’re simply not buying it.

Victory Park to Get 2 New Restaurants from Group Behind Sanjh; Signs Big Chef

By Aaren ProdySeptember 11, 2025

We’ve transcended the restaurant-speakeasy reign and are now getting two restaurant experiences in one.

Is Dallas Really Not a Top 50 Food City? One Popular List Seems to Think So.

By Aaren ProdySeptember 10, 2025

Did one of the NYT reporters use one of those 76 flights to land at DFW? One can only wonder.

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Where Dallas Is Eating Now: The City’s Most Popular Restaurants Reservations

By Aaren ProdySeptember 9, 2025

Half a million reviews later, OpenTable confirms what every Dallas diner already brags about.

The Troubadour Festival Might Be Texas’ Best Music and Barbecue Festival

By Aaren ProdySeptember 8, 2025

Celina is saucing, grilling and smoking its way onto Dallasites’ radar this fall.

The Biggest New Restaurant Openings in August 2025

The Biggest New Restaurant Openings in August 2025

By Aaren ProdySeptember 4, 2025

Another month, another crop of Dallas restaurants fighting for your appetite.

The 10 Most Iconic Dishes in Dallas

By Aaren ProdySeptember 3, 2025

Are you really even a Dallasite if you haven’t had a meatball sandwich from Jimmy’s?

STIRR rooftop in Deep Ellum

Which Dallas Restaurants Closed in August? Here’s the Full List

By Aaren ProdySeptember 3, 2025

Some Dallas restaurants tapped out in August – pour one out.

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Donut Miss Out: Free Voodoo Doughnuts This Sunday

By Aaren ProdyAugust 21, 2025

This Portland-born doughnut shop is practically handing them out for free this Sunday.

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Houston Brunch Spot Goes Viral After SUV Crash Caught on Film By Food Influencers

By Aaren ProdyAugust 20, 2025

Mimosas, lamb chops and an SUV. Brunch at CuVee’s became social media’s most unexpected meal.

New 12-Seat Wood-Fired Omakase in Downtown Is Now Taking Reservations

By Aaren ProdyAugust 19, 2025

Dallas’ newest culinary spot, Sauvage, debuts a smoky twist on omakase this week.

Is the Five-Item Menu The New Trend in Burgers? We Test it Out.

By Aaren ProdyAugust 18, 2025

NADC Burger held its grand opening in Uptown Dallas this past weekend, and they’re serving nostalgia with a side of fries.

We Tried Viral-Looking Pastries At This Modern French Bakery in Dallas

By Aaren ProdyAugust 15, 2025

How many folds does it take to get 96-layer croissants? Ask chef Anna Narinan.

Tatsu’s Dining Room Has Its Star, But You Won’t Believe What Its Restroom Is Competing For

By Aaren ProdyAugust 14, 2025

Who knew the path to greatness for a restaurant is not on the plate, but in the bathroom?

banana nut pancakes at Chubby's.

15 of the Best Breakfasts in Dallas

By Aaren Prody and OthersAugust 13, 2025

If you need more than a ciggie and coffee for breakfast, here are some of the best options in Dallas.

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A Very Particular Burger Spot Is About to Open in Uptown

By Aaren ProdyAugust 11, 2025

Uptown’s about to get smashed – Wagyu style.

The Most Booked Restaurants in the Dallas ‘Burbs

By Aaren ProdyAugust 7, 2025

OpenTable’s latest list proves that the suburbs are eating very well.

This Downtown Dallas Restaurant Grows Its Menu On The Roof

By Aaren ProdyAugust 7, 2025

Chef Vinnie of The Sheraton Hotel is growing an urban jungle in downtown Dallas.

hendy's dininig room.

The Biggest Restaurant Openings in Dallas This July

By Aaren ProdyAugust 6, 2025

July in Dallas was only a brief lull before a new roster of restaurants debut this fall.

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