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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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South Polk Pizzeria: Neo-New York Style Pizza and ‘Only Winners’

South Polk Pizzeria: Neo-New York Style Pizza and ‘Only Winners’

By Lauren Drewes DanielsFebruary 7, 2024

There’s a new style of pizza in Oak Cliff.

FIFA Announces Dallas Will Host 9 World Cup Matches

By Lauren Drewes Daniels and OthersFebruary 4, 2024

The World Cup is coming to the U.S. But which games will take place in Dallas?

an empty restaurant in Deep Ellum

Dallas Bars Feel the Chill of Winter, So Save a Bar and Go Have a Drink

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 30, 2024

Bars are ready for y’all to get back out there.

Detroit native Keith Lee is a former MMA fighter turned social media foodie with matter-of-fact restaurant reviews. He has more than 15 million followers on TikTok.

Keith Lee’s Dallas Visit Has Begun with Pizza, Barbecue and Shoulder Shrugs

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 29, 2024

Keith Lee has begun his food tour of Big D.

Okonomiyaki topped with brisket from The Pantry on Magnolia

First Look: The Pantry on Magnolia Serves Stellar Dumplings and Brisket

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 25, 2024

Cowtown’s dumpling game is real.

Regino Rojas of Purepecha in Dallas eats a taco.

2024 James Beard Award Semifinalists Include 8 Dallas-Area Spots

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 24, 2024

Eight Dallas-area chefs and restaurants have made it to the semis of the esteemed culinary awards.

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Lawry's The Prime Rib in Dallas

Lawry’s in Dallas To Close for Good, Leaving a Large Restaurant Legacy

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 24, 2024

Legend has it that Lawry’s invented valet parking. Who knew?

Palmer's hot chicken sandwich

Palmer’s Hot Chicken Premiers on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

By Lauren Drewes Daniels and OthersJanuary 24, 2024

Palmer’s is getting the Guy Fieri treatment.

Lionel Messi Inter Miami at the Cotton Bowl in Dallas.

Dallas Beats Messi and Inter Miami at the Cotton Bowl

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 23, 2024

Messy as the weather was, Dallas soccer fans came out to see one of the greatest footballers of all time.

Update: Trompo Raises $36K to Pay Back Rent and Lives On (Again)

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 17, 2024

Trompo on Jefferson Boulevard is giving it one more try.

Taste Tested: Cinnamon and Sugar Churro Bacon at H-E-B

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 17, 2024

H-E-B has a new limited-time bacon.

Maple & Motor is Opening New Restaurant in Far North Dallas

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 11, 2024

We’ve got great burger news.

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Barons Creek Tasting Room Is Now Open in Bishop Arts. But What Is It?

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 10, 2024

We tried a new winery tasting room in the Bishop Arts District. Or did we?

Dr. Bombay Ice Cream

We Try Snoop Dogg’s Ice Cream, Dr. Bombay, Plus Where to Find It in Dallas

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 5, 2024

Snoop Dogg can now add Ice Cream Man to his CV.

On My Honor, There’s Girl Scout Cookie-Scented Deodorant and Soap

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 5, 2024

Craving Thin Mints? Ready to soap up?

Bite Me: The Best Things We Ate in Dallas Last Year

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 3, 2024

It was a big year for food.

Henry’s Majestic Finds a Big New Home in West Dallas

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 2, 2024

A treasured restaurant is reborn.

The Observer’s Most Read Food Stories of 2023

By Lauren Drewes DanielsDecember 22, 2023

From adults-only skating rinks with restaurants to hidden gems, here are our top-read stories of the year.

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Harlowe Closes After Allegations of Drugging, Another Woman Speaks Out

By Lauren Drewes DanielsDecember 21, 2023

Harlowe in Deep Ellum has closed as DPD continues to investigate a case involving a bartender.

Shodo lobster roll

A Peek at New Sushi Restaurant, Shodo, Now Open in the Design District

By Lauren Drewes DanielsDecember 20, 2023

Shodo is a new sushi restaurant and bar in the Design District from the same group behind PakPao and El Bolero.

Chef Junior Borges to Collaborate for 2 Nights at Sushi Bar Omakase

By Lauren Drewes DanielsDecember 18, 2023

Junior Borges and Francis Arguilla will team up for an unforgettable omakase.

comments about starbucks coffee throwing incidnet.

Plain Rude: Another Food-Throwing Customer, This Time at a Plano Starbucks

By Lauren Drewes DanielsDecember 15, 2023

Researchers found that “asymmetries in power can lead certain people to act more dominantly.” Particularly in a Starbucks drive-thru. In Plano.

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