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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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rolled tacos at Gilberto's Taco Shop

Visit Gilberto’s Taco Shop for More Than its Baseball Fight Mural

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJune 9, 2023

We recently tried the food at Gilberto’s, the restaurant famous for the Rougned Odor and Jose Bautista fight mural.

H-E-B To Bring Two of its Low-Price Stores, Joe V’s, to Dallas

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJune 7, 2023

South Dallas has long needed a grocery store. After buying an abandoned grocery store space in South Dallas in 2022, H-E-B has announced a Joe V’s will be going in.

Dallas Leaves the 2023 James Beard Awards Empty-Handed

Dallas Leaves the 2023 James Beard Awards Empty-Handed

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJune 6, 2023

Dallas had a good showing at the James Beard Awards this year, alas none come home with a top prize.

crown block sunset over Dallas

20 Hot New Dallas Restaurants for a Sizzlin’ Summer

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJune 5, 2023

The Dallas dining is on fire. Here is just a portion of the new restaurants that have opened in time for summer.

In Tipsy and Full News: El Gordo Seafood on West Davis Is a Charmer

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 31, 2023

El Gordo Seafood on West Davis has a great patio, good-time vibes and tropical cocktails.

‘It Has it All’; The Grapevine Bar Has Found a New Home

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 24, 2023

One of the best dive bars is moving. And, no worries, they’re taking the basketball court.

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Brian’s Coffee Opens with Japanese Souffle Pancakes, Tornado Rice and Big Butts

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 23, 2023

Brian’s Coffee in Carrollton has a rich menu of pastries, croissants, plus brunch options.

Wear a Hockey Jersey and BOGO at Chipotle, Tuesday, May 23 (Go Stars!)

Wear a Hockey Jersey and BOGO at Chipotle, Tuesday, May 23 (Go Stars!)

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 22, 2023

Chipotle is offering a bonus burrito to hockey fans on Tuesday, May 23, from 3 p.m. until closing time. The Stars are down two games to the Las Vegas Golden Knights in the Western Conference Finals. The teams meet for the Stars’ first home game of the series on Tuesday…

Blue Bell Announces New Ice Cream in Stores Now: Dr Pepper Float

Blue Bell Announces New Ice Cream in Stores Now: Dr Pepper Float

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 18, 2023

Blue Bell Ice Cream’s new Dr Pepper Float ice cream is in stores now.

Komodo: $16 water, a service fee and sitting in your neighbor’s lap. And so can you!

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 17, 2023

Komodo is one of the most anticipated restaurant openings in Dallas this year. We made reservations weeks out only to leave feeling a bit had.

roman-tonda style pizza at leela's

Leela’s in Uptown is a Cozy Pizza and Wine Den

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 15, 2023

Leela’s new restaurant in Uptown is a cozy, minimalist pizza and wine bar that we have a wee bit of a crush on.

Leon’s Smash Burger Pop-Up Mates Aussie Burgers With Zavala’s Barbecue on Saturday

Leon’s Smash Burger Pop-Up Mates Aussie Burgers With Zavala’s Barbecue on Saturday

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 12, 2023

An Aussie is bringing his smash burgers to Dallas this Saturday for a rendevous with Zavala’s Barbecue.

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PGA Madness in Frisco: 13 New Restaurants and All the Golf

By Nicolle Lane and OthersMay 12, 2023

PGA Frisco opened to the public in early May, and it brings 660 acres of immersive games, events and food with it.

The Enduring Role of El Centro in Dallas’ Thriving Restaurant Scene

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 11, 2023

For decades El Centro, now Dallas College, has provided chefs and bakers to the restaurant industry. Now as the scene is on fire, we need them more than ever.

We Try Martin House’s Mayonnaise Beer … ‘for Some Reason’

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 9, 2023

If you’ve ever thought, “Yummm … mayonnaise beer ….” well, great news, Homer.

Micah Parsons to Work Shift at Hat Creek Burger Co. in Coppell for Charity

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 2, 2023

If you’re a fan of burgers and All-Pro linebackers who wear a blue star on their helmet, you might want to make your way to Hat Creek Burger Company on Wednesday.

Ida Claire Named to OpenTable’s 100 Most Popular Brunch Spots in America

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 2, 2023

OpenTable released a list of best brunch spots and in one case we were like, “Yeah, duh?!” But then we scratched our heads a little.

Mister O1 Pizza Opening Second Location in Grapevine

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 28, 2023

Downtown Grapevine is getting a Mister O1 pizza.

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TikTok-Famous Nectar Hard Seltzer Pop-Up at H-E-B Frisco Thursday

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 26, 2023

Nectar Hard Seltzer, a West Coast canned beverage, will be at H-E-B in Frisco on Thursday.

Dwayne, The Rock, Johnson Wants to You to Drink Tequila and Eat More Guac

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 26, 2023

The Rock is picking up the tab for your gauc! (At participating locations, valid where valid, DNA mouth swab may be required along with an expense report in triplicate, you keep the goldenrod).

Parterre in Downtown Dallas: from Brunch to Nightcaps

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 25, 2023

The space and the La Casita-bred French toast here are fan (and we mean this) tastic.

Tequila Social Coming to the Katy Trail This Spring

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 24, 2023

Opening this Spring in the Harwood District, Tequila Social will have a massive patio on the Katy Trail.

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