Skip to content
advertisement
  • facebook
  • instagram
  • x
  • tiktok
  • bsky
  • threads
Site Logo
Support Us
User Menu
  • Sign Up/Sign In
  • Contribute
  • Contact Us
Search
Close Search Close Search
  • News
    • Crime & Police
    • Economy
    • Education
    • Housing
    • Immigration
    • Politics & Government
    • Texas Legislature
    • Transportation
    • Trump
    • Weather
  • Soccer
  • Opinion
    • Community Voice
    • Editorial Voice
    • Reader Response
  • Food & Drink
    • Bars & Breweries
    • Openings & Closings
    • Hidden Gems
    • Restaurants
    • Shops & Markets
    • Top 100 Bars
    • Top 50 Restaurants
  • Arts & Culture
    • Dallas Life
    • Film, TV & Streaming
    • Outdoors & Rec
    • Performing Arts
    • Sex & Dating
    • Shopping
    • Travel
    • Visual Arts
  • Music
    • Concert Reviews
    • Critic’s Notebook
    • Features
    • Local Music
    • Rock Music
    • Touring Artists
  • Things To Do
    • Calendar
    • City Guide
    • Events Coverage
    • First Look
    • Free & Cheap
    • Lists
  • Best of Dallas
    • Out now: Best of Dallas 2025!
    • Arts & Entertainment
    • Food & Drink
    • Shopping & Services
    • Sports & Recreation
    • Readers’ Choice
  • Newsletters
  • More
    • About Us
    • Weekly WTF
    • Advertise With Us
    • Contact Us
    • Flipbook Archive
    • Membership
    • Our Staff
    • Promotions & Free Stuff
    • Tell Your Story-Sponsored

Best things to do in Dallas this week, May 18-24

  • News
    • Crime & Police
    • Economy
    • Education
    • Housing
    • Immigration
    • Politics & Government
    • Texas Legislature
    • Transportation
    • Trump
    • Weather
  • Soccer
  • Opinion
    • Community Voice
    • Editorial Voice
    • Reader Response
  • Food & Drink
    • Bars & Breweries
    • Openings & Closings
    • Hidden Gems
    • Restaurants
    • Shops & Markets
    • Top 100 Bars
    • Top 50 Restaurants
  • Arts & Culture
    • Dallas Life
    • Film, TV & Streaming
    • Outdoors & Rec
    • Performing Arts
    • Sex & Dating
    • Shopping
    • Travel
    • Visual Arts
  • Music
    • Concert Reviews
    • Critic’s Notebook
    • Features
    • Local Music
    • Rock Music
    • Touring Artists
  • Things To Do
    • Calendar
    • City Guide
    • Events Coverage
    • First Look
    • Free & Cheap
    • Lists
  • Best of Dallas
    • Out now: Best of Dallas 2025!
    • Arts & Entertainment
    • Food & Drink
    • Shopping & Services
    • Sports & Recreation
    • Readers’ Choice
  • Newsletters
  • More
    • About Us
    • Weekly WTF
    • Advertise With Us
    • Contact Us
    • Flipbook Archive
    • Membership
    • Our Staff
    • Promotions & Free Stuff
    • Tell Your Story-Sponsored
  • facebook
  • instagram
  • x
  • tiktok
  • bsky
  • threads

Food & Drink

Showing 23 - 44 of 19344
A burger and fries from Susan's in the Design District

At Susan’s Burgers, the griddle is hot and mom would be proud

By Courtney E. SmithMay 11, 2026

The Dallas-owned restaurant serves up home-style nostalgia and $13 bacon cheeseburgers in the heart of the Design District.

Howard Wang and his son Jarren in the kitchen.

Why Howard Wang’s Lake Highlands spot is more than just your neighborhood kitchen

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 8, 2026

Howard Wang’s son, Jarren, spent years in renowned Asian kitchens in New York City and Austin. Now, he’s back in Dallas, fusing new-school techniques with his father’s legacy.

the patio at HG Sply Co

The 15 best Dallas Patios for soaking up this amazing weather

By Aaren Prody and OthersMay 7, 2026

The 10-day forecast calls for perfect temps, sunny skies and cocktails on a patio.

advertisement
advertisement
advertisement
Gnocchi Bolognese

Eat Here Now: 12 Fresh Openings Shaking Up the Dallas Food Scene

By Aaren ProdyMay 7, 2026

It may seem like a lot of good ones are closing, but this spring has treated the Dallas dining scene well. Here are 12 places to add to your list of places to try.

Bartender at Will Call

‘Could be a jump start’: Will the World Cup be a lifeline for Deep Ellum this summer?

By Austin WoodMay 6, 2026

Between Commerce Street construction and the seasonal summer blues, Deep Ellum staples like Will Call and Dusty’s are looking to FIFA fans to turn the tide.

The espresso cappuccino at Yiayia's.

A Greek-Style Coffee Shop Is Currently North Dallas’ Best-Kept Lobby Secret

By Ashley PerezMay 6, 2026

Tucked away in a North Dallas condo building, Yiayia’s Coffee House is an ode to freddo espresso and cappuccino.

advertisement
the exterior of kitchen and kocktails

Kitchen + Kocktails Turns Closure Speculation Into a Bold Times Square Expansion

By Aaren ProdyMay 5, 2026

All eyes were on this elevated Southern comfort-food restaurant after a cryptic Instagram post hinted at a closure.

the dining room at Saint Ann

Last-Minute Mother’s Day Guide: Here’s Where You Can Still Snag a Table

By Melanie HernandezMay 5, 2026

Procrastinated on Mother’s Day plans? These Dallas spots still have tables, from high-end sushi to over-the-top buffets.

Torchy Taco's chips and tacos

Teacher and Nurse Appreciation Week: Where to Get Free Food and Deals in Dallas, Updated

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 5, 2026

As they say, if you have an appreciation week, you’re not getting paid enough. Hopefully these bargains soften the blow.

advertisement
A rendering of Lumis lounge.

Houston Cocktail Lounge Lumis Is Coming to Dallas’ Design District This Fall

By Aaren ProdyMay 5, 2026

The spot follows the success of De Fortune in Houston and is part of massive new space, The Seam on Oak Lawn.

a plate of tacos from tacos juanchos

We Try the Entire Menu at Taco Juancho — Here’s What to Order

By Courtney E. SmithMay 4, 2026

Well, almost the entire menu. With some focus — and fortunately not a lot of money — we’re confident you can tackle it.

James Beard-Nominated Chef Opens Maroma in the Design District

By Aaren ProdyMay 4, 2026

More seafood is on the way to the Design District.

advertisement
bill Rossell of Lakewood Landing at a Dallas Stars game.

‘I’m Not Afraid of Dying … But I Also Want To Live’; Lakewood Landing Owner Shares Search for Donor

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 1, 2026

Bill Rossell owns the East Dallas institution and is in need of a little help.

a plate of tacos from tacos juanchos

Food & Wine Names Dallas Newcomer to Its ‘Hottest’ Tacos List

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 30, 2026

Been to the new orange-y taco spot on Oak Lawn Avenue yet? Might wanna go see what it’s all about.

PopUp Bagels: a bagel and salted butter on a table outside.

Is Dallas’ New PopUp Bagels Worth the Hype? A Bagel Purist Weighs In

By Jeff SiegelApril 30, 2026

PopUp Bagels is perhaps the loudest damn bagel shop we’ve ever been to. But we let a purist take a bite for an honest take, which is the only kind he’s capable of.

advertisement
A mezcal cocktail at kilmac's.

The No. 1 Bar in North America Is Taking Over a North Texas Bar This Week

By Aaren ProdyApril 30, 2026

Visit Fort Worth this weekend for a unique bar concept inspired by the historic 1860 arrival of 77 samurai in the United States.

spicy miso ramen in a bowl served with two thick slices of pork belly at Ichigoh.

10 Most Underrated Restaurants in Dallas 

By Aaren ProdyApril 29, 2026

The best restaurants in Dallas often aren’t on your social media feed. From Deep Ellum staples to dumplings on Royal Lane, here are the low-key best bites in Dallas.

the fried chicken sandwich at Flock and Fresh

This New Dallas-Based Chicken Restaurant Hopes to Rival Chick-fil-A 

By Aaren ProdyApril 29, 2026

The Smoothie King king is getting into the chicken tendie business. And there will be free meals for the first 250 guests at the grand opening this weekend.

advertisement
Seegars Reuben with pastrami, sauerkraut and dressing on marbled rye.

Pastrami for the People: Seegars Deli Brings the Meat to The Cedars

By Austin WoodApril 28, 2026

Seegar’s Deli recently debuted for a soft opening in The Cedars. Expect dinner and cocktails soon.

Banh mi from Lady Love Lounge in a basket

LadyLove Lounge Launches Late-Night Menu and It’s a Beaut

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 28, 2026

The pork belly banh mi at LadyLove is a three-day process.

Members-Only Supper Club With Chef Misti Norris: The Menu Release

Members-Only Supper Club With Chef Misti Norris: The Menu Release

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 28, 2026

The menu drop is here. Chef Misti Norris has created a seasonal, locally sourced dinner for 20, which is this Monday, May 4. Only a few seats are left. Snag them quickly.

advertisement
Troy Aikman tending bar at The Katy Trail Ice House

The Best Sports Bar in Dallas

By Lauren Drewes DanielsApril 27, 2026

If you don’t have tickets, here are 15 of the next best options.

  • Previous
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • …
  • 880
  • Next
Site Logo

View This Week's Print Issue

Where To Find Dallas Observer In Print

Editorial

  • News
  • Food & Drink
  • Arts & Culture
  • Music
  • Things To Do
  • Newsletters

Marketing

  • Promotions & Free Stuff
  • Advertise With Us
  • Terms of Use
  • Privacy Policy

More

  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Staff
  • Careers
  • Flipbook Archive
  • Membership

Voice Media Group

  • Denver Westword
  • New Times Broward-Palm Beach
  • Miami New Times
  • Phoenix New Times
  • V Digital Services
  • facebook
  • instagram
  • x
  • tiktok
  • bsky
  • threads
PrivacyTermsCookiesAccessibilityAIYour Privacy Rights

Use of this website constitutes acceptance of our policies linked above. The Dallas Observer may earn a portion of sales from products & services purchased through links on our site from our affiliate partners. ©2026 Dallas Observer, LP. All rights reserved.
Do Not Sell or Share My Information

Privacy Policy

Stay in the Know

Sign up for the latest news, free stuff and more!

Notice of Collection | Terms | Privacy

Welcome!
You are now a Dallas Observer Insider, thank you!