Skip to content
advertisement
  • facebook
  • instagram
  • x
  • tiktok
  • bsky
  • threads
Site Logo
Support Us
User Menu
  • Sign Up/Sign In
  • Contribute
  • Contact Us
Search
Close Search Close Search
  • News
    • Crime & Police
    • Economy
    • Education
    • Housing
    • Immigration
    • Politics & Government
    • Texas Legislature
    • Transportation
    • Trump
    • Weather
  • Soccer
  • Opinion
    • Community Voice
    • Editorial Voice
    • Reader Response
  • Food & Drink
    • Bars & Breweries
    • Openings & Closings
    • Hidden Gems
    • Restaurants
    • Shops & Markets
    • Top 100 Bars
    • Top 50 Restaurants
  • Arts & Culture
    • Dallas Life
    • Film, TV & Streaming
    • Outdoors & Rec
    • Performing Arts
    • Sex & Dating
    • Shopping
    • Travel
    • Visual Arts
  • Music
    • Concert Reviews
    • Critic’s Notebook
    • Features
    • Local Music
    • Rock Music
    • Touring Artists
  • Things To Do
    • Calendar
    • City Guide
    • Events Coverage
    • First Look
    • Free & Cheap
    • Lists
  • Best of Dallas
    • Arts & Entertainment
    • Food & Drink
    • Shopping & Services
    • Sports & Recreation
    • Readers’ Choice
  • Newsletters
  • More
    • About Us
    • Weekly WTF
    • Contact Us
    • Advertise With Us
    • Classifieds
    • Flipbook Archive
    • Membership
    • Our Staff
    • Promotions & Free Stuff
    • Tell Your Story-Sponsored

Where to find a hot international boyfriend during the World Cup

  • News
    • Crime & Police
    • Economy
    • Education
    • Housing
    • Immigration
    • Politics & Government
    • Texas Legislature
    • Transportation
    • Trump
    • Weather
  • Soccer
  • Opinion
    • Community Voice
    • Editorial Voice
    • Reader Response
  • Food & Drink
    • Bars & Breweries
    • Openings & Closings
    • Hidden Gems
    • Restaurants
    • Shops & Markets
    • Top 100 Bars
    • Top 50 Restaurants
  • Arts & Culture
    • Dallas Life
    • Film, TV & Streaming
    • Outdoors & Rec
    • Performing Arts
    • Sex & Dating
    • Shopping
    • Travel
    • Visual Arts
  • Music
    • Concert Reviews
    • Critic’s Notebook
    • Features
    • Local Music
    • Rock Music
    • Touring Artists
  • Things To Do
    • Calendar
    • City Guide
    • Events Coverage
    • First Look
    • Free & Cheap
    • Lists
  • Best of Dallas
    • Arts & Entertainment
    • Food & Drink
    • Shopping & Services
    • Sports & Recreation
    • Readers’ Choice
  • Newsletters
  • More
    • About Us
    • Weekly WTF
    • Contact Us
    • Advertise With Us
    • Classifieds
    • Flipbook Archive
    • Membership
    • Our Staff
    • Promotions & Free Stuff
    • Tell Your Story-Sponsored
  • facebook
  • instagram
  • x
  • tiktok
  • bsky
  • threads

Author

Showing 67 - 88 of 279

Chris Wolfgang

Chris Wolfgang started writing about barbecue for the Dallas Observer in 2015, and became the Observer’s restaurant critic in October 2021. In his free time, he’s a dog owner, plays a mediocre guitar and is likely recovering from his latest rec-league sports injury.

Visit My Author Page

Boulevardier in Oak Cliff Set To Close This Spring

By Chris WolfgangMarch 1, 2024

After 12 years, the Bishop Arts favorite will soon close its doors forever.

Short rib hash at The Finch in Dallas

Brunch at The Finch Uncovers Some Classy Gems

By Chris WolfgangMarch 1, 2024

We popped into The Finch for brunch recently and left wondering where everyone else was eating on the weekends.

The Heritage Table Is a Southern Farm-to-Table Charmer in Frisco

By Chris WolfgangFebruary 29, 2024

Fresh off a James Beard nomination for chef Rich Vana, The Heritage Table In Frisco reclaims its title as one of the area’s best farm-to-table restaurants.

the red phone booth at the red phone booth in the colony.

At The Colony’s Red Phone Booth Speakeasy, Exclusivity Collides With Reality

By Chris WolfgangFebruary 26, 2024

Drinking shouldn’t be this hard. We struggle to get into The Colony’s new speakeasy.

Loop 9 BBQ's brisket Philly sandwich

Eat This: The Brisket Philly Sandwich (and Pork Belly Burnt Ends) at Loop 9 BBQ

By Chris WolfgangFebruary 22, 2024

With a solid grasp of the barbecue basics, Loop 9 BBQ expands its skillset.

Dallas’ Restaurant Industry Mourns the Loss of Joshua Bonee

By Chris WolfgangJanuary 11, 2024

One of Dallas’ most celebrated and well-liked chefs, Joshua Bonee, passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 9.

advertisement

First Look: Birdie’s Eastside Is a Fresh Taste in a Classic Space

By Chris WolfgangJanuary 9, 2024

Restaurateur Jon Alexis has transformed an old Luby’s into a hip East Dallas restaurant and bar that offers a little something for everyone.

Georgie, Reimagined

By Chris WolfgangDecember 26, 2023

Georgie has transformed from boring celebrity chef steakhouse to creative culinary adventure.

Our Food Critic Is Thankful for a Lot This Thanksgiving, and Not Just Food

By Chris WolfgangNovember 23, 2023

Maybe you’re sitting on some couch right now fairly annoyed, not at all thankful. We get that. But here are some things we’re excited about.

Via triozzi italian dishes

Via Triozzi: The Italian Restaurant Dallas Craves

By Chris WolfgangNovember 21, 2023

Via Triozzi checks all the boxes.

Side Hustle Burgers Make Its Presence Known in East Dallas

By Chris WolfgangNovember 17, 2023

Not satisfied with making great pizza, the minds behind Cane Rosso, Zoli’s and Thunderbird Pies aim for burger domination.

Dallas-based Low and Slow Snacks Makes Better Barbecue Chips in Frito Lay’s Backyard

By Chris WolfgangNovember 2, 2023

Where there’s smoke there’s fire for a startup snack maker.

advertisement

Cheapsteaks Wears Its Deep Ellum Bona Fides On Its Tattooed Sleeve

By Chris WolfgangOctober 19, 2023

Instead of some glitzy restaurant chasing the next fad, Cheapsteaks in Deep Ellum serves up honest food at a fair price. And that’s key to Deep Ellum retaining its character.

Cry Wolf Has Closed

By Chris WolfgangOctober 17, 2023

The East Dallas restaurant had developed a reputation for exquisite food in an unpretentious setting.

James Beard-Nominated Chef Junior Borges Is Out at Meridian

By Chris WolfgangOctober 13, 2023

We suppose this is one way to retool a restaurant: oust the James Beard-nominated chef.

a two-meat plate from Zavala's Barbecue.

The Barbecue Easy Button: Zavala’s Barbecue Adds Affordable Meat Plates

By Chris WolfgangOctober 11, 2023

How’s a two-meat plate from Zavala’s sound right about now?

In a World of Made-Up Food Holidays, National Texas Twinkie Day May Be Our Favorite

By Chris WolfgangOctober 9, 2023

A food holiday we’ll stand up and cheer for.

Tina’s Continental Brings Mid-Century Lounge Vibes to Deep Ellum

By Chris WolfgangSeptember 21, 2023

Tina’s Continental is Deep Ellum cocktail bar that exudes a classy yet low-key style that we can’t help but adore.

advertisement

Zoli’s in Addison Plans Midway Project Liberation Party After Disastrous Two-Plus Years

By Chris WolfgangSeptember 19, 2023

For two and a half years, Zoli’s in Addison has struggled with road construction in front of the restaurant. With the end finally in sight, a celebration is in order.

Brix Barbecue In Fort Worth Has A New Permanent Location, With Barbecue Hits We Still Adore

By Chris WolfgangSeptember 11, 2023

Brix Barbecue in Fort Worth has moved from an Airstream trailer to brick and mortar, and we’re all about the classic barbecue favorites served along with non-traditional gems.

Quarter Acre Dallas plates

Quarter Acre Blends Skillful Fare With a Side of Whimsy

By Chris WolfgangAugust 14, 2023

The vibe of Quarter Acre is straight out of New Zealand, and the skillful yet whimsical menu is a unique twist compared to some of Dallas’ more formulaic restaurants.

Casa Rosa Brings Its Pink Hued Tex-Mex Dining Room Back To Dallas

By Chris WolfgangAugust 1, 2023

Sizzling fajitas and classic margaritas have always had a home here. Round two of Casa Rosa is just as good, and perhaps more endearing, some 40 years later.

  • Previous
  • 1
  • …
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • …
  • 13
  • Next
Site Logo

View This Week's Print Issue

Where To Find Dallas Observer In Print

Editorial

  • News
  • Food & Drink
  • Arts & Culture
  • Music
  • Things To Do
  • Newsletters

Marketing

  • Promotions & Free Stuff
  • Advertise With Us
  • Terms of Use
  • Privacy Policy

More

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Staff
  • Careers
  • Flipbook Archive
  • Membership

Voice Media Group

  • Denver Westword
  • New Times Broward-Palm Beach
  • Miami New Times
  • Phoenix New Times
  • V Digital Services
  • facebook
  • instagram
  • x
  • tiktok
  • bsky
  • threads
PrivacyTermsCookiesAccessibilityAIYour Privacy Rights

Use of this website constitutes acceptance of our policies linked above. The Dallas Observer may earn a portion of sales from products & services purchased through links on our site from our affiliate partners. ©2026 Dallas Observer, LP. All rights reserved.
Do Not Sell or Share My Information

Privacy Policy

Stay in the Know

Sign up for the latest news, free stuff and more!

Notice of Collection | Terms | Privacy

Welcome!
You are now a Dallas Observer Insider, thank you!