Four Decades On, JR Bentley’s in Arlington Gets a Refresh
JR Bentley’s has a long history in Arlington and has gone through quite a few changes over the decades. The English-inspired pub has always been popular …
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Herrera’s Cafe on Sylvan Avenue to Close for Good on Friday, April 22
The Dallas Morning News reported yesterday that Herrera’s Cafe on Sylvan Avenue is shutting its doors after 51 years of business.
Border Backlog Gets Local: ‘People Have to Eat. People are Feeling the Pinch of Higher Prices.’
A bit of political theater last week by Texas Governor Greg Abbott is playing out at the detriment of small local businesses and consumers.
Cowtown Dogs Looks to Create a Texas-Style Hot Dog
Matthew Toback saw an opportunity in the local hot dog game. While other cities and regions from coast to coast have their own style – Chicago, Detroit, New York City, LA – Dallas has Sonic.
After a Disastrous First Launch, Fuku Gives it Another Go
Despite a lot of media hoopla about a year ago that chef David Chang of Momofuku fame was bringing his chicken sandwiches to Dallas, the rollout was a disaster.
Foot Long Fried Mozzarella Logs at Happiest Hour
The Uptown restaurant and bar Happiest Hour near the American Airlines Center was abuzz before the Stars and Maple Leaf’s hockey game last week.
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Now Serving: A New Side to the Observer’s Restaurant Guide
We know that restaurants have had a tough two years and keeping up with all of the twists and turns hasn’t been easy, either. That’s why our tech team got to work …
Best Foodie Finds in Dallas for April 7-13
Peticolas is having their Velvet Hammer 5K this weekend, On Rotation turns 7 and Loro is hosting Meanwhile Brewing. And, hey, you should play bingo more often. It’ll help you relax. Here are the best food finds for the next week.
Ten Bells Tavern to Close April 24; No Date Set for New Spot Yet
The froth of Bishop Arts is dissolving. Ten Bells Tavern, a small-ish tin building with the logo brandished in black spray paint on the side, is set to close shop soon, to make way for more apartments.
Blue Bell Ice Cream Drone Delivery Coming to Frisco and Little Elm Thursday
Wing, a subsidiary of Alphabet, which owns Google, is an on-demand drone delivery company launching in Frisco and Little Elm this week.
Sando.Itchi and Midnight Rambler Host Pop-Up at the Giant Eye
The wildly popular Japanese sando pop-up shop, Sando.Itchi, just announced a new date and it’s a trifecta of Dallas hipness.
Let’s Roll: Dallas Food Trucks Flirt with New Opportunity
Chef Ross Marquette and his wife, Katherine, were expecting their first child when they both lost their jobs in 2020. The pandemic dealt a knock-out punch to many in the restaurant industry, and they tumbled with it.
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Pity the Fool: April 1 Jokes That Left us Sad
It sucks being had, even if it’s just for 2 seconds. This past Friday, while scrolling through social media feeds, a few things popped up that were kind of shocking until …
Shuttered: Shoals, Kung Fu Saloon & Armadillo Ale Works
Recently we postured about all the new restaurants opening around Dallas despite persistent industry challenges from inflation to labor issues.
“Fried Jesus,” Abel Gonzales, Opens New Restaurant, AG Texican in Dallas
Don’t ask Abel Gonzales about the new A&E documentary Deep Fried Dynasty, in which he has a key role. “Fried Jesus” – as he’s become known after 19 years as
Deep Fried Money at the State Fair of Texas
The new series on A&E, Deep Fried Dynasty, pulls the curtain back on the money behind the fried food business at the State Fair of Texas. And it’s quite fascinating.
Legal Draft Beer Co. in Arlington Shutters
Central Arlington lost a local brewer this week. A letter posted on Legal Draft’s website thanked everyone for an outpouring of love and support over the past six years.
Child Care Assistance Available for Service Industry Parents, Application Window Closes March 25
The Dallas Morning News recently reported on a program designed to help service industry workers with child care costs. However, the application window closes soon …
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First Look: Sclafani’s Adds to Dallas’ Big Bagel Bender
Carbs have a bad rap these days and it’s largely undeserving. A recent influx of bagels into Dallas feels like an organized movement to change that. Like Hands Across America,
First Look: Darkoo’s Chicken Shack Lands in East Dallas
When the small East Dallas Lao restaurant Khao Noodle Shop closed earlier this year, owner Donny Sirisavath promised that while it was the end of one chapter it was the beginning of another …
New Openings: Fried Jesus, Sadelle’s, Trompo, La Stella and Darkoo’s; Plus Bottled Blonde to Open in Fort Worth
If the potential end of falling backward and springing forward wasn’t enough good news, we’ve got some humdinger new restaurants opening.
Chef Tiffany Derry and Roots Southern Table Make Final Cut for James Beard Awards
Previously we reported on the semifinalists for the prized James Beard Awards. There were 11 local nominations in all, including Roots Southern Table for best new restaurant ..