Simon Pruitt

Simon Pruitt is a staff writer for the Dallas Observer. He’s been writing professionally since he was 16, covering art, sports and all the peculiar things he finds along the way.

simon.pruitt@dallasobserver.com

Latest Stories

Empanadas at Unimarket

New Lake Highlands Latin Outpost Is Already a Neighborhood Staple

By Simon Pruitt

the bbq snob at heim.

Heim Barbecue Closing Fort Worth Flagship, Launching ‘Pig Stand’

By Simon Pruitt

cheesesteak sandwich from Cheesesteak House

Best Cheap Eats in Dallas: Where to Eat for Under $10 in 2026

By Angie Quebedeaux and Others

Dallas Ambient Music Night Gears Up For Its 50th Damn Good Concert

By Simon Pruitt

Woman posing for a photo

Most Anticipated Concerts of 2026 (So Far)

By Preston Jones and Others

David Byrne Dazzled in Long-Awaited Return to Dallas

By Simon Pruitt

One of Deep Ellum’s Most Cherished Pillars of Art Turns 20

By Simon Pruitt

A Sea Adventure Novel From Deep Vellum Might Win National Book Award

By Simon Pruitt

Dallas Artists Sound Off on Oct. 18 No Kings Protest Against Trump

By Simon Pruitt

The Trade is the Funniest Thing You’ll See in Dallas All Year

By Simon Pruitt

Dallas-Born JMSN Finally Got His Pop Hit, So He Went Rock

By Simon Pruitt

coffee at LDU Coffee

One Dallas Cafe Has Banned the Awkward Tip Flip, While A Sweet Shop Dances Around It

By Simon Pruitt

Jello Shots from Stiffler's for the Red River Rivalry

A Guide to the Texas-OU Game at The State Fair, With or Without Ticket

By Simon Pruitt and Others

patacon sandwich at burnt bbq

A Dallas Barbecue Joint Has a Secret Venezuelan Menu

By Simon Pruitt

bagels from K&L Bagels

Does Dallas Have Bagel-Mania?

By Simon Pruitt

Here’s How to Save Your Money at the State Fair of Texas

By Simon Pruitt

Buffalo Hirsch Bar

Buffalo Hirsch, An Open-Air Cocktail Truckyard, Opens in Lewisville

By Simon Pruitt

Sabrina Carpenter

Chill Out, Bougie LA Store Erewhon Is Not Moving To Dallas

By Simon Pruitt

The affogato at Khroma Coffee

The Gatekeeper’s Guide to Dallas

By Simon Pruitt

Man posing for a photo

2026 Stagecoach Festival in California Is a Texas Invasion

By Simon Pruitt

Garland To Unveil Texas’ Biggest Cowboy Hat, Because Why Not?

Garland To Unveil Texas’ Biggest Cowboy Hat, Because Why Not?

By Simon Pruitt

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