Surf Camp

Surf Camp is Nick Badovinus’ rooftop bar and restaurant in the East Quarter, perched above National Anthem and Brass Ram. Self-described as a “rooftop refreshments and fair-weather snack bar,” Surf Camp delivers on those promises from start to finish. The cocktails lean heavily on tropical motifs, all the beer comes in cans, and there’s light […]

Tatsu

Tatsu, the namesake Deep Ellum omakase restaurant from chef Tatsuya Sekiguchi, is the only Dallas restaurant to earn a Michelin star, but we’ve been enthralled with Sekiguchi’s lessons in the art of omakase well before the Michelin Guide came to town. Dallas’ omakase scene is growing rapidly, but we prefer Tatsu’s traditional and elegant interpretation […]

Tei-An

The most influential figure on the Dallas dining scene might be Teiichi Sakurai, who is doing his best to build one of America’s best Japanese food markets. Sakurai’s previous restaurants, Teppo and Tei Tei Robata, are both still open and still outstanding, and his ramen shop Ten is a cult favorite. But Tei-An is his […]

Terry Black’s BBQ

This Austin-import is set in the middle of Deep Ellum with a huge barn like dining room along with a wonderful rooftop for outdoor dining. This spot made Texas Monthly’s Top 50 BBQ list in 2021, not that that surprised anyone. Their Central Texas-inspired brisket is spot on. The sides are solid too. And what’s […]

The Majestic Theatre – Dallas

The Majestic is regularly used for musical productions, dramatic plays, national pageants, dance and concerts.

The Playwright Irish Pub

What to eat before one attends an event in the Arts District? Luckily, there are many options including this great Irish Pub. The Playwright is first and foremost an Irish pub so its libations are at the forefront and include many Irish beers on tap such as Guinness Stout, Guinness Blonde, Irishman Red, Harp, and […]