Vagabond

You’d never expect music like this in a restaurant like this. Sure, lots of burger places tuck an acoustic guitar balladeer in the corner who plays Coldplay covers and largely goes unnoticed, but Vagabond curates real artists. When they play, they command the entire room. If the music is not your thing, simply head out […]

Village Baking Co.

Baking demigod Clint Cooper had been making bread for local restaurants, hotels and grocery outlets for nearly a decade before he opened up this retail outlet, churning out baguettes, kouign amman, brioche, croissants and specialty loaves so good they’d tempt an angel to gluttony. So, obviously, we never stood a chance. We’re not saying we’re […]

Village on the Parkway

Located in North Dallas’ epicenter along Belt Line Road and the Dallas North Tollway, Village on the Parkway [VOP] has been an important part of the retail and restaurant landscape in North Dallas since 1981.And now, taking its cue from the vibrant spirit of Addison and Dallas, VOP is undergoing a dynamic transformation into a […]

The Whistling Pig

If you live anywhere near the corner of Lakeland Drive and Ferguson Road, the opening of Whistling Pig was likely big news. While many Dallas neighborhoods have experienced a restaurant renaissance over the years, epicurean developments have been glacial to non-existent here. Thankfully, the folks behind The Cock and Bull are speeding up the thaw. […]

Whole Foods

Founded in 1980 in Austin, this peddler of all-natural and organic produce and products features a wide range of Texas-grown foods, but if imported French butter is your thing, Whole Foods has that too. Each department’s staff is knowledgeable, chipper and willing to hold your hand when indecision strikes. For example, the cheesemongers will take […]

Wild About Harry’s

Besides an array of hot dogs, Harry’s is also known for frozen custard, an egg-rich ice cream that’s superbly smooth, creamy and dense. In addition to the standard chocolate and vanilla, rotating flavors might include cookies ‘n’ cream, mango or toffee crunch. A generously sized single scoop with a topping – think sprinkles, candy or […]

Wild Salsa

This isn’t your standard Mexican-American restaurant buried in a suburban strip mall. Wild Salsa sits smack in the middle of downtown, across from the lush grass, sculptures and dog walkers of Main Street Garden. Serving up great tacos priced from $2.50 to $3.50 apiece and clever sides, like dressed-up elotes and black bean cakes, the […]

Yin’s Wok

Yin’s Wok is one delivery place that has never let us down. Lunch specials come with the choice of fried or steamed rice, a spring roll, soup and, of course, a fortune cookie. Veggie lovers will be delighted with vegetable delight; those not counting calories will salute General Tso’s chicken; and all the lo mein […]

You-Chun Korean Restaurant

Though the menu is tiny–barely a dozen items–the food reflects laser-like focus. Dumplings and arrowroot noodles are precise and well-seasoned; marinated beef ribs are rich and dribbling with juices. Kimchee is killer. Plus, the huge flat screen in the front of the dining room broadcasts Korean dating game shows; at least we think that’s what […]

Yumilicious

By now we know this new-wave frozen yogurt is healthier for you than ice cream – low-calorie, nonfat, good for your complexion. We’ve heard all that before, but this new-wave yogurt explosion continues to leave a lasting mark on the face of Dallas. Beyond the novelty of the fro-yo trend, though, there’s room to appreciate […]

Zodiac

Appropriate to the department store’s high-end selections, Zodiac is a fine establishment of white tablecloth appointment on the sixth floor of Neiman Marcus’ flagship downtown store. Speaking of appointments, this restaurant is the kind of place for which reservations are highly recommended. There’s no dropping in after scoping out the Christian Louboutin Trunk Show. The […]

ZuZu

This tiny area chain, co-founded by Espartaco Borga in 1993, is a health-conscious bargain muncher’s paradise. None of the menu items is more than $10. The kitchen goes to great lengths to provide good eats, even making the corn tortillas and thirst-quenching peach-mango iced tea from scratch. The foundation and the most popular dishes here […]