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Lauren Drewes Daniels

Lauren Drewes Daniels is the food editor of the Dallas Observer. She started working as a freelance writer in 2013 and became editor in 2021. She covers Dallas’ evolving dining scene, the many openings and closings as well as trends and breaking news. She oversees annual lists including Top 100 Bars and Top 100 Restaurants and contributes to the Best of Dallas. If you have a tip about an amazing pastry, pie or taco, let her know.

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Cris and John’s, Home of the Phorrita, Is on The Move

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 24, 2025

The amazingly popular fusion spot hasn’t always been easy to get into. That will soon change.

Nirvana Lounge Is a Culinary and Cocktail Gem

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 24, 2025

The new restaurant at the Toyota Music Factory complex brings excellent cocktails and dishes

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Former Observer Staffer Patrick Strickland to Talk About Greece’s Violent Far Right

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 21, 2025

Strickland will sign and talk about his new book You Can Kill Each Other After I Leave at Half Price Books April 26.

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Meridian Plots a Comeback As a Relaxed Neighborhood Bistro

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 16, 2025

Once one of Dallas’ prized restaurants, a new chef is at the helm of Meridian, which should reopen early this summer.

PETA hell on wheels truck

PETA is Patrolling Dallas Restaurants Today

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 10, 2025

Thinking of barbecue or ham for lunch? Might want to have your headphones on.

Luka Doncic

VIDEO: Dallas Welcomes Luka Doncic Back to the American Airlines Center

By Lauren Drewes Daniels and OthersApril 9, 2025

The superstar was traded 67 days ago. Upon returning to Dallas, Doncic was shown the sort of love few will ever experience.

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Bottled Blonde Closes Temporarily. When Will it Reopen?

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 9, 2025

The popular bar near Deep Ellum is evidently getting an updo. Or blowout. We’re not sure which.

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First Taste of The Hampton Social in Downtown

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 9, 2025

The Hampton Social is a coastal-inspired three-story behemoth in downtown, where some kinks can’t be worked out.

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Fort Worth Spot Serves the ‘Most Legendary’ Margaritas in Texas, Supposedly

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 8, 2025

Well. We have feelings on this.

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Rahr Brewery is On the Move; Announces Closing Date for Current Space

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 7, 2025

The beloved Fort Worth brewery is looking for a new home to expand its beer offerings.

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Bar in Victory Park Hosts Fundraiser and $7.77 Specials for Luka’s Return as a Laker

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 7, 2025

Real commitment is running around the AAC 77 times. Who’s in?

Photos: Best Things We Ate in March

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 7, 2025

You had me at ‘dirty martini deviled egg.’

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Las Palmas' Tepache cocktail.

We Got the Receipts: Here Are The Most Popular Bars in Dallas

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 4, 2025

We like to keep an eye on the most popular drinking establishments in Dallas. Question: what happened to Bottled Blonde?

lasagna blanca.

Radici Sets Opening Date for Grand Prairie Restaurant

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 2, 2025

Things are about to get a lot tastier in Grand Prairie.

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2025 Dallas James Beard Finalists Announced

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 2, 2025

The James Beard finalists are out, with several big Dallas names on the exclusive culinary awards list.

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Cardi B x Raising Cane’s Moisturizing Sauce? ‘It Smells Just Like Chicken’

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 1, 2025

Ever eat something so good you just want to rub it on your face? Yeah, us neither.

Del Sur Tacos burrito

The Best Burritos in Big D

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 1, 2025

April 3 is National Burrito Day, but we recognize every day as one to celebrate meat and cheese stuffed tortillas.

The State Fair of Texas

State Fair of Texas Announces Dating App, Fairmates, Plays with Our Hearts

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 1, 2025

Dream of serving corn dogs and funnel cake at your wedding? We got news … but check the date.

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Update: John Tesar Leaves Knife, Restaurant to Close in August

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMarch 28, 2025

John Tesar and Knife Steakhouse at The Highland Dallas have parted ways; however, it will continue to operate until Aug. 31.

Update: The Zodiac Room at Neiman Marcus Will Remain Open Through 2025

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMarch 28, 2025

Great news for devotees: The Zodiac Room at Neiman Marcus is open through the end 2025.

Nirvana Dallas

Group Behind Sanjh Opens Restaurant and Lounge, Nirvana, at Toyota Music Factory

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMarch 26, 2025

Here’s a peek at the new anchor restaurant at the buzzy music and entertainment complex in Las Colinas.

Austin Coffee Festival

Why The Coffee Festival is All the Buzz; We’re Digging the Line-Up

By Melanie Hernandez and OthersMarch 26, 2025

If you have a more than passing interest in coffee, here are your plans for Saturday, April 5.

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