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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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Pioneer of Bishop Arts Restaurant Scene, Sara Tillman, Has Died

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 1, 2022

A pioneering figure in the Bishop Arts District restaurant scene passed away on July 23 at age 68. Sara Tillman was raised in Oak Cliff and lived and worked there …

The Great American Hero is Closing, Again. But It Will Reopen, Again.

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 28, 2022

There’s a scene in the 1994 film Forrest Gump where Tom Hank’s character is sitting on a bench talking about how he was invited to visit the White House, and explains with an eye roll, “Again.” And then he, ” … met the President of the United States. Again.”

The Lost Cajun, Which Sued to Halt Minority Preference for COVID Funds, Has Closed

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 27, 2022

A restaurant in Keller didn’t agree with how the Small Business Association (SBA) was distributing more than $28 billion from the Restaurant Revitalization Fund…

Landmark Bar and Kitchen to Open with Free Happy Hour Nacho Bar

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 22, 2022

The space on SMU Boulevard that was once a Twisted Root and most recently Texas Republic, which opened in October 2021, will soon transform into Landmark Bar and Kitchen …

First Look: Brentwood is Channeling its Predecessor Houston’s

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 19, 2022

Brentwood is now open in Houston’s old location in Addison. The look and feel – and even the smell – seem familiar.

Grant Wood of Blood and Honey Fame on His New Gig and Swinging for the Fences

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 18, 2022

Grant Wood’s brewing portfolio spans many decades and miles. After graduating from Texas A&M he started his brewing career at Pearl Brewing Company in …

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Potential Rolling Blackouts Have Local Restaurateurs Sweating

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 13, 2022

If you tapped your A/C up a few degrees yesterday or paused your Bitcoin mining operation from 2 to 8 p.m., local restaurants are grateful.

Texas Monthly and Panther City BBQ to Break Guinness Barbecuing Record this Week

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 12, 2022

Because Texas isn’t engulfed in enough of an inferno right now, Panther City BBQ in Fort Worth will attempt to break the world record for barbecuing this week.

First Look: Knox Bistro and “The French” Burger Diplomacy

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 11, 2022

Earlier this year, this space formerly known as Up on Knox got a reboot by French chef Bruno Davaillon, who is one of two Dallas chefs whose resume includes a Michelin star …

Deep-Fried Brisket Cheese Sticks and More Good News from the State Fair

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 8, 2022

Who’s ready to down some corny dogs and funnel cakes? The State Fair of Texas lives in our veins for just one month, but the truth is, it’s almost a year-round operation.

The Margarita Trail Finale Is an Essential Marg-Tasting Party

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 7, 2022

This past June about a dozen restaurants were part a boozy Margarita Trail around Dallas. Bartenders  created craft margaritas, each …

Portillo’s Food Truck to Roll Through Dallas in Advance of Restaurant Opening

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 6, 2022

Chicagolanders in North Texas take heart: You left Chicago, so now Portillo’s is coming for you. And even before their actual brick-and-mortar location, which is slated for later this year.

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The Londoner is Headed Back to Dallas and a Rebooted Mockingbird Station

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 5, 2022

Last summer Trinity Hall at Mockingbird Station pulled a classic Irish goodbye after 20 years in the space. Now a longtime local British pub is taking over the space.

DFW Restaurant Week is Back for 25th Year with Brunch and VIP Experience

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJuly 1, 2022

First, let’s be clear about something. They misspelled month. DFW Restaurant Week runs a full month, officially kicking off Aug. 8-14, but many restaurants extend …

Dallas Restaurants Choose Women’s Rights; Raise Money for Women’s Health Nonprofit

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJune 29, 2022

Several Dallas area restaurants and bars are finding it difficult to celebrate the upcoming Fourth of July holiday after the recent ruling handed down by the Supreme Court overturning Roe V. Wade.

Chef Tiffany Derry Judges on New Cooking Show, The Great American Recipe

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJune 29, 2022

Dallas chef and all-around fantastic person Tiffany Derry is on another TV show. PBS’ The Great American Recipe premiered on June 24 and is an eight-part cooking …

First Look: Revolver Taco Lounge Gastro Cantina Doesn’t Need Luck

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJune 28, 2022

A “gastro cantina” may seem an ill-fitting description, like putting a gardening glove on the wrong hand. Typically, gastronomy and cantinas sit at different tables in

Five New Restaurants & Bars in Dallas to Check Out

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJune 27, 2022

The Dallas restaurant and bar scene is on fire. Inflation-schmation. Labor woes-schmoes. There are multiple new spots opening every …

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Birdie Roosts in The Exchange Food Hall With Chicken Tenders and Return of the Mac

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJune 24, 2022

Birdie is a new restaurant by chef Josh Harmon, who trained at some lauded restaurants like David Burke Townhouse, The Dutch Le

Sorry, But McDonald’s Mango Pineapple Smoothie is Pure Bliss

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJune 16, 2022

We’re very supportive of handcrafted cocktails infused with unicorn horn essence tenderly shaken by a mild-mannered full-sleeve-tatts bartender …

Is Dallas a Michelin Star-Worthy City? We Asked Michelin-Star Chefs

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJune 15, 2022

Good question. While Dallas has Michelin-starred chefs – two now, to be exact – those awards were given to restaurants in other states, never here.

Old 75 Beer Garden to Open in Richardson Restaurant Park

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJune 14, 2022

Old 75 Beer Garden is a 15,000-square-foot outdoor space slated to open this fall at the Richardson Restaurant Park, near the US 75 and Spring Valley Road intersection.

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