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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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Every Restaurant and Bar That Has Closed in Deep Ellum Since 2020

Every Restaurant and Bar That Has Closed in Deep Ellum Since 2020

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 19, 2025

Deep Ellum has had some deep cuts over the past five years.

Nuri steakhouse diningi room

Dallas Spot Makes List of Steakhouses ‘Worth the Splurge’

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 18, 2025

An article praised the “rise of ever greater levels of consumption,” and, of course, Dallas was mentioned.

The Dallas Observer’s Second Members’ Supper Club Was a Hit

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 13, 2025

The Ramble Room was host to our August supper club, where Observer staff and readers sipped wine and ate decadent chocolate cake.

STIRR rooftop in Deep Ellum

Another Deep Ellum Staple Announces Immediate Closure

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 12, 2025

Deep Ellum has had a busy summer, and a lot of it hasn’t been good news.

Deep Ellum’s Last Stand: How Property Owners Are Taking Back the Streets

By Lauren Drewes Daniels and OthersAugust 11, 2025

Paddy wagons are part of the plan to increase safety in Deep Ellum, while landlords are suing to shut down some businesses.

Henry's Majestic courtyard

After Move from Uptown to West Dallas, Henry’s Majestic Closes

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 11, 2025

The West Dallas spot was the second location for this once-thriving restaurant.

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How to Get a 75-Cent No. 1 Classic at Whataburger Today

How to Get a 75-Cent No. 1 Classic at Whataburger Today

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 8, 2025

It’s a birthday party at Whataburger today. Use that app and order up.

No, Deep Ellum is Not Closed (Update: But Rodeo Is)

By Lauren Drewes Daniels and OthersAugust 7, 2025

Some streets are blocked off (again) and Rodeo is back open.

Big tex choice awards

The State Fair’s Big Tex Choice Awards: 15 Finalists, 6-Word Reviews

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 6, 2025

The State Fair of Texas doesn’t start until late September, but the menu is already lining up. Here is a look at the finalists.

niwa grill with meat.

Most Notable Dallas Restaurant Closings in July

By Aaren Prody and OthersAugust 4, 2025

Greenville Avenue lost a pizza spot and a downtown brasserie is going through some ch-ch-ch-changes.

pavlova at frenchie

Frenchie Makes New Friends in Park Cities, With French Fare and Feminine Energy

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 1, 2025

We’ve tried the freezer martini and almost all the desserts. Here’s a report.

espresso martini at tiny victories

The 20 Best Happy Hour Deals in Dallas Right Now

By Simon Pruitt and OthersJuly 29, 2025

Going out for dinner and drinks? In this economy? Luckily, these Dallas spots have great happy hour deals.

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Team Behind The Charles and Carlos Elegante to Open New Spot in Uptown

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 28, 2025

We’re excited about this mash of cultures in a space with a Wes Anderson flair.

Not Everyone Is a Fan of Buc-ee’s, ‘The New Invasive Species from Texas’

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 28, 2025

In the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, there’s a fierce resistance to a proposed Buc-ee’s. But have they used the restrooms?

How to Snag Free Pizza for a Year at New Little Caesars Location

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 25, 2025

Little Caesars is giving away free pizzas for one year to the first 100 people in line at its new store this Saturday.

Phat Girlz BBQ: The Smoke Show in Cedar Hill You Can’t Miss

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 23, 2025

We don’t go to Cedar Hill often, but from now on, when we do, it’ll be for the spicy chicken salad and brisket.

canolies and dip

First Look: New Plano Restaurant From Group That Impressed Guy Fieri – And Michelin

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 22, 2025

Flamant has joined the flock of restaurants at the Boardwalk at Granite Park, bringing panache and pink plumage.

Black Shelton at a concert

Gwen Stefani and Blake Shelton Spotted Dining in Fort Worth

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 19, 2025

The power couple wasn’t at the Fort Worth spot you might expect and, honestly, we’re glad.

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Dallas Observer Supper Club Brings Food Lovers to Radici

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 18, 2025

The Observer broke bread with some of our members and chef Ivana Robinson at Radici this week.

What Does Paige Bueckers Order at Wingstop? Now We Know (And You Can Order It)

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 14, 2025

Now you can get Dallas Wings’ point guard Paige Bueckers’ favorite meal from Wingstop. Here’s what that entails.

A brown sugar oatmilk shaken espresso with white chocolate mocha sauce and vanilla sweet cream cold foam

Starbucks Ruins the Whole Point, Adds ‘Secret’ Menu to App, Plus Win $25K for Your Custom Drink

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 14, 2025

Starbucks is publishing some of its more obscure drinks in its app. We call foul.

the phoritto at cris and johns

Cris and John Closes Original Location, Sets Opening Date for New Restaurant

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 14, 2025

The Viet-Mex kitchen, which is one of our Top 100 restaurants, is ready for its next phase.

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