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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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the patio at HG Sply Co

The 15 best Dallas Patios for soaking up this amazing weather

By Aaren Prody and OthersMay 7, 2026

The 10-day forecast calls for perfect temps, sunny skies and cocktails on a patio.

Torchy Taco's chips and tacos

Teacher and Nurse Appreciation Week: Where to Get Free Food and Deals in Dallas, Updated

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 5, 2026

As they say, if you have an appreciation week, you’re not getting paid enough. Hopefully these bargains soften the blow.

bill Rossell of Lakewood Landing at a Dallas Stars game.

‘I’m Not Afraid of Dying … But I Also Want To Live’; Lakewood Landing Owner Shares Search for Donor

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 1, 2026

Bill Rossell owns the East Dallas institution and is in need of a little help.

a plate of tacos from tacos juanchos

Food & Wine Names Dallas Newcomer to Its ‘Hottest’ Tacos List

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 30, 2026

Been to the new orange-y taco spot on Oak Lawn Avenue yet? Might wanna go see what it’s all about.

Banh mi from Lady Love Lounge in a basket

LadyLove Lounge Launches Late-Night Menu and It’s a Beaut

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 28, 2026

The pork belly banh mi at LadyLove is a three-day process.

Members-Only Supper Club With Chef Misti Norris: The Menu Release

Members-Only Supper Club With Chef Misti Norris: The Menu Release

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 28, 2026

The menu drop is here. Chef Misti Norris has created a seasonal, locally sourced dinner for 20, which is this Monday, May 4. Only a few seats are left. Snag them quickly.

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Troy Aikman tending bar at The Katy Trail Ice House

The Best Sports Bar in Dallas

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 27, 2026

If you don’t have tickets, here are 15 of the next best options.

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At Last: Why It Took 10 Years To Put a Central Market in Uptown

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 27, 2026

After a few false starts and a do-over, construction on a new Central Market should start this year.

a table full of food at Norman's Japanese Grill

The Top 50 Restaurants in Dallas Right Now

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 25, 2026

Need something new to try this weekend? Have you tried Norman’s yet? Take a culinary adventure based on young American solider’s time in Japan after WWII.

The Eye art piece in downtown Dallas.

WTF Happened to Salt Lick BBQ in Grapevine?

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 24, 2026

Our Weekly WTF answers your burning questions about life in North Texas. Today we talk local barbecue.

a pepperoni and sausage pizza from good side.

17 Best Pizza Spots in Dallas

By Aaren Prody and OthersApril 23, 2026

Our updated list includes a recent California import and one hole-in-the-wall spot that still does their own delivery.

a 30-pack of busch light apple

Update: Bapple is Back, Baby. Dallas Stores Stock Up & (B)Applebee’s Has $4 Cans

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 22, 2026

The world is trying to heal. The seasonal Busch Light beer is back and the hunt is on.

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A 12-ouce filet mignon at Stillwell's

Dallas Steakhouse Listed Among Top in State; Another Dubbed ‘Icon’ (We Beg to Differ)

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 22, 2026

One Dallas steakhouse landed on a notable list. As for the “icon” … sigh … iconic if you like meat sweats.

take out bags sitting on a counter, one is being removed.

Death by Delivery: Why Your Dinner Habit Is Starving Dallas Kitchens

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 22, 2026

Our love of delivery apps and cheap meals is pounding small restaurants. Two Dallas operators are making it work.

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STIRR Addison Has Closed, Following the Deep Ellum Exit Last Year

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 20, 2026

This follows the Deep Ellum closure last year.

wine section at Eataly

Bags Can’t Fly Free, But a Case of Wine Can: Southwest Airlines Says Load Up, Winos

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 20, 2026

If you’re heading to wine country, your cabernet sauvignon flies home free.

The Doobie from Greenville Ave. Pizza Co is a slice of cheese pizza with fried chicken and cheetos on top.

Got Munchies? A 4/20 Guide to Dallas’ Finest High-Times Eateries

By Carly May Gravley and OthersApril 20, 2026

If you like creative plates full of flavors to quell neurons demanding a snack, Dallas has some stellar options.

the cover of A History of Heartache, which has a crumpled up pack of Marlborough cigarettes

A History of Heartache: North Texas Writer’s Debut Fiction Hits Home

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 20, 2026

North Texas native Patrick Strickland will be at Deep Vellum Books this Tuesday at 6:30 p.m. to discuss his new book.

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Shopping cart in a wholesale club aisle

$2 Gas? New Wholesale Club Opens in Forney with 1-Day-Only Special

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 17, 2026

What’s BJ’s and where is Forney? Us too. Here’s what you need to know about the new Costco and Sam’s Club competitor.

A huge chicken and biscuit sandwich on a plate.

The Big D Guide to Breakfast: 16 Spots to Butter Your Morning Biscuit

By Aaren Prody and OthersApril 17, 2026

From diners to Uptown staples, made-from-scratch biscuits to chilaquiles, Dallas doesn’t mess around with breakfast.

A case full of Kate Weiser Chocolate.

End of an Era: Dallas Chocolatier Announces Closure

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 14, 2026

Carl the Snowman will have one final tour this Christmas season.

Remolded liquor shelves at Goody Goody that look sort of like a vending machine.

The Liquor Store Vending Machine: Goody-Goody Upgrades Greenville Avenue Store

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 13, 2026

Be sure to take your phone into Goody-Goody on Greenville Avenue. You’ll need it to select your bottles.

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