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Lauren Drewes Daniels

Lauren Drewes Daniels is a senior editor at the Dallas Observer. She started freelancing in 2013 and became the food editor in 2021. In 2026, she was promoted to senior editor. Beyond covering Dallas’ dynamic restaurant scene, she helps drive community engagement and digital innovation. Lauren holds degrees from the University of North Texas and the UT Arlington. If you have a tip about an amazing pastry, pie or taco, let her know.

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Update: Sushi by Scratch at the Adolphus Hotel Sells Out in Hours

By Lauren Drewes DanielsNovember 30, 2023

After reservations went live this week, this small omakase sold out in just a few hours for the rest of December. The next round of reservations opens soon.

2 New Dallas Openings: UK-Based Wagamama and Jollibee

By Lauren Drewes DanielsNovember 29, 2023

Dallas is getting (more) international restaurants.

Matt McCallister’s Latest Project: Una Vida in West Village

By Lauren Drewes DanielsNovember 27, 2023

Una Vida is the latest project from Matt McCallister, who is now with Dallas-based hospitality group Local Favorite Restaurants.

A look at the Cowboys’ Thanksgiving Day menu and where to find each item

By Lauren Drewes DanielsNovember 22, 2023

Got tickets? Here’s where to find the typical coma-inducing fare.

Sushi Bar Hospitality

Sushi Bar Joins Dallas’ Growing Omakase Scene with Bonus Speakeasy: Ginger’s

By Lauren Drewes DanielsNovember 20, 2023

Dallas adds another to the growing field of omakase.

Ayahuasca might be Dallas’ most underrated restaurant

By Lauren Drewes DanielsNovember 16, 2023

Behind Xaman Cafe in Oak Cliff, this restaurant is serving Oaxacan-influenced dishes in a captivating space.

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Voodoo Doughnuts Announces Opening Date for Dallas Store

By Lauren Drewes DanielsNovember 14, 2023

The famous Portland-based doughnut shop will open a store in Dallas (finally).

Division Brewery Gets in the Tavern-Style Pizza and Burger Game

By Lauren Drewes DanielsNovember 13, 2023

Division Brewing in Arlington has opened a restaurant in front of the brewery. We tried the burgers and tavern-style pizza.

Three New(ish) Pizza Spots Around Dallas, Plus One Majestic Henry

By Lauren Drewes DanielsNovember 9, 2023

Another day in Dallas, another round of new restaurants opening.

Just Don’t Call It Deep Ellum: A Fight for the Soul of Dallas

By Lauren Drewes DanielsNovember 9, 2023

Between flashy new clubstaurants and DPD attempting to curb crime, the live music venues, dive bars and restaurants that give Deep Ellum its character are having a hard time.

Fond Brings Lunch, Aperitivo Hour and Olive Oil-Topped Soft Serve to Downtown Dallas

By Lauren Drewes DanielsNovember 8, 2023

Fond is a new lunch and aperitivo hour spot downtown. You can get sandwiches, soft serve, a peanut butter and jelly sandwich or an after-work drink and snack.

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Singer and Yellowstone Actor Ryan Bingham in Dallas on Wednesday with New Bourbon

By Lauren Drewes DanielsNovember 7, 2023

Fan of Yellowstone? What about Ryan Bingham’s music? If you also like bourbon, we got a bingo.

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Victorious Texas Rangers Are Wined and Dined at Al Biernat’s

By Lauren Drewes DanielsNovember 6, 2023

Sure, Arlington got the parade, but the team headed to Dallas for dinner.

The Forecast Is Tacos: Save Money on Tacolandia with Code “RANGERS” or “GOANDTAKEIT”

By Lauren Drewes DanielsNovember 2, 2023

Everything tastes better when the hometown team wins the World Series.

Saint Valentine To Open Soon in East Dallas

By Lauren Drewes DanielsNovember 1, 2023

Good news, East Dallas. The cocktail bar of your dreams is opening soon.

Updated: Texas Rangers World Series Watching Parties Around Dallas

By Lauren Drewes DanielsOctober 31, 2023

Globe Life Field is hosting watch parties for the games in Arizona. Tickets are just $10 (get link in story) plus a guide to other places throwing big parties.

Wu-Tang Clans’ Raekwon to DJ at Fatburger/Round Table Pizza Opening Tuesday

By Lauren Drewes DanielsOctober 30, 2023

Fatburger is opening a new co-branded restaurant with Round Table Pizza. Raekwon is DJing the grand opening.

11 Dallas Bakeries & Restaurants Serving Fall Flavors

By Amelie Baquero and OthersOctober 27, 2023

It might not always feel like quote-unquote autumn (fake news), but it can still taste like it.

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Dallas’ original Starbucks will close next year, after a 30-Year run

By Lauren Drewes DanielsOctober 26, 2023

The first Starbucks in Dallas will close shop early next year.

Where To Celebrate Dia de los Muertos in Dallas

By Amelie Baquero and OthersOctober 26, 2023

Dia de los Muertos events are taking place around Dallas over the next two weeks.

A Peek at The Piehole Project: Amazing Pie for a Good Cause, Bidding Ends Soon

By Lauren Drewes DanielsOctober 25, 2023

For the fourth consecutive year, Piehole Project will auction pies to raise money for future chefs in the DFW area.

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Chiloso’s Grilled Avocado Empire

By Lauren Drewes DanielsOctober 25, 2023

Ever tried the grilled avocados at Chiloso? 10 out of 10 every time.

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