Swanky Mister Charles Opens at Former Home of Highland Park Soda Fountain
You’ll need to set an OpenTable alert to get a reservation at this new concept, which is booked out for now. No worries the truffle duck berlingot will wait for you.
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‘Girl Dinner’ is Not a Snack Plate: It’s a Plan B, M&Ms and Pepsi. Or Whatever.
The girl dinner TikTok trend has girls sharing their ideal meals. And it’s not a snack plate, it’s not crackers and cheese, it’s whatever the hell they want it to be.
Turning Point Is a Pioneer on the North Texas Craft Beer Scene
With an emphasis on style and hyper-fresh beer, Turning Point Brewery is a pacesetter in the North Texas craft beer scene.
We Try Artificial Intelligence Pizza at the Walmart in Frisco
Luigi is the giant robotic arm making pepperoni pizza at Pizza Jukebox in Frisco. It’s fun entertainment for the kids if nothing else.
Why is an LBJ Oath of Office Tribute Hiding Behind a Random Bar at Love Field?
There’s a light and marker noting exactly where LBJ took his Oath of Office aboard Air Force One on Nov. 22, 1963. Why doesn’t anyone know about it?
King Kups Food Truck in McKinney Serves up West Coast Birria and Spicy Elote
Apparently being a DJ can lead to a life of tacos. True story, kids. Read about how Frank Hernandez was inspired to open King Kups food truck in McKinney.
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In-N-Out Burger Bans Employees from Wearing Masks in Texas
An internal memo from In-N-Out was recently leaked. In it, the company told employees they could no longer wear masks at stores in five states, including Texas. We talk to a couple of local restauranteurs about the controversial stance.
H-E-B is One Charismatic Leader Short of a Cult as 100s Line Up for McKinney Opening
H-E-B has opened its first store in McKinney today. Hundreds waited in the dark, pre-dawn, just to be a part of the fanfare.
Tequila Social on Katy Trail Set to Open on July 24, Which Happens to Be National Tequila Day
Tacos, tequila and seating for 199 of your best friends: sound fun? It does to us too. This new restaurant and bar is the 14th concept from Harwood Hospitality.
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We Make the Omelet From Season 2 of The Bear
Popular series The Bear is back for a second season, and we’re back in our own kitchen making a dish featured in the show.
First Look: Quartino, an Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar from Chicago, Lands at The Grandscape
Chicago-transplant Quartino makes bread and pasta in-house daily. And while those are wonderful, the bolognese and pappardelle di manzo would make Nonna proud.
Retro Arcade and Bar, Round Two, Opens this Week; Free Games July 19
A new retro arcade and cocktail bar is opening in North Oak Cliff with games like Pac-Man, X-Men, Ninja Turtles, Frogger, NBA Jam and The Simpsons, plus board games.
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Ten50 BBQ To Open Second Location in Former Sonny Bryan’s Spot on Lovers Lane
Ten50 BBQ is moving into the spot where Sonny Bryan’s was for more than two decades. They hope to open the new location later this year.
Dayne’s Craft Barbecue Plans a New Brick and Mortar Home in Aledo
With stellar brisket, pulled pork and smash burgers, we’re more than willing to drive west to visit Dayne’s new restaurant in Aledo.
Bamboo House Brings Crispy Duck and Long Lines to Plano
People are lining up for the Peking Duck at Bamboo House. Is it the best in the Dallas area? We stopped by to see.
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Gonzalez Restaurant Endures as an Oak Cliff Favorite
Since 1973, Gonzalez has hit the spot. We recently visited to reminisce over cabrito guisado, legnua guisada and thankfully some things never change.
What We Do in the Shadows Popping Up at La La Land Kind Cafe in Dallas (Kinda)
While none of the cast is making an appearance – daytime hours, we suppose – there will be coffee-themed lattes at La La Land Cafe.
Ari District Offers up Pup Pies and Other Thai-Inspired Brunch Street Fare
Ari District Thai Bistro recently moved from a lunch/dinner service to a breakfast/brunch schedule and menu, serving up Bangkok-inspired street food in a warm and cozy atmosphere.
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Fresh Pours: The Newcomers on the Observer’s Top 100 Bars List
Dallas loves a nice cocktail. We have the proof. Here we’ve updated our annual list of the top 100 bars around North Texas. Cheers!
The Making of a Bar Scene in Dallas
We update our top 100 bars list with a few newcomers and old hats each year. We talked to the team behind Double D’s about how they stick out in a crowded field.
From Bonanza to Barbecue: A First Look at Strouderosa BBQ in Lake Highlands
From a mountain of brisket nachos to stellar sides, Strouderosa is smoking things up in northeast Dallas. Be sure to try the smoky, bacon-laden beans and the “threeso” mac and cheese.
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First Look: Temakeria in Trinity Groves Let’s You Eat Inside an A-ha Music Video
Temakerie is a new restaurant in Trinity Groves whose unique 2D-inspired interior provides an interesting environment to sample some pretty good Japanese food.