Food & Drink

Drai’s is an iconic staple of the Las Vegas strip that will open next year in an emerging entertainment district in Dallas.

From the lively space to in-house masa program, El Carlos Elegante delivers upscale authentic Mexican and South American fare that is worth the price of admission.

Chef Ati Malaj, co-owner and chef of Mio Nonno, recently opened a new spot Ciccio Trattoria. House-made, rich pasta dishes and from-scratch bread are elevated by elegant seating and occasional live music.

The Original Hot Dog Factory which started in Georgia has opened a new location in Ft Worth. Is it worth the drive to be able to sample a large variety of dogs?

Jam + Toast, a new brunch spot in Frisco, has way more going for it than cozy decor. Shareable crepes, omelets, benedicts, waffles and pancakes all make rising early worthwhile.

In addition to big bowls of pasta, charcuterie boards and, naturally, goat cheese bites, Goat and Vine has its own private label of wine.

With more than 50 burgers and beers to choose from (each) plus adult milkshakes and giant tator tots, calling in sick the next day might actually be needed.

Made with cane sugar, wheat flour and chocolate sourced from Belgium and Switzerland, Ben’s Cookies is now open in Snider Plaza. Naturally, we had to try them.

After 47 years of making sandwiches in Dallas, the Great American Hero has shuttered its new location.

The Texas barbecue renaissance over the last decade has increased demand for every element of the business, including custom-built smokers.

A couple of updates on openings and closings in North Texas. Lucky’s Hot Chicken on Lemmon closes and Mister O1 Pizza marches on.

The London Baker recently expanded to a new spot in Lewisville with proper English scones, teas and coffees. But you must actually go for the country sausage pasty pillow.

We love finding hidden gems on menus. Case in point, the smoky and tender hickory grilled pork ribs at Las Palmas Tex-Mex. Start with a bowl of queso, of course.

Burger Max is the newest entry into the never-ending (thank God) hamburger scene in North Texas. They offer up tasty burgers at low prices.

This Atlanta-based chain has big vegan party vibes plus promiscuously-named burgers loaded with vegan patties, bacon, cheese, Slut Sauce and so much more.