East Dallas & Lakewood in Dallas Observer
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The Across the Street Bar was named for its location on SMU Boulevard on the other side of Central Expressway from Southern Methodist University, and the auto-garage-turned-bar-and-venue does see its fair share of college students. But it also draws folks from the surrounding area. This Upper Greenville no-frills bar, venue and billiards parlor is in […]
The Alamo Club feels like it’s always been a part of Lower Greenville despite having opened in 2019. Owner Austin Rogers can often be found running food, taking orders and sometimes bussing tables at the classy Dallas club. The Alamo Club is billed as a cozy spot fit for any occasion, a quiet date night, […]
Ali Baba is one of Dallas’ best bargains for excellent Middle Eastern food, despite a cramped location with odd hours. We especially like the golden chicken, a half-chicken baked on a rotisserie and crisped under a broiler. Boston Market take note: Whatever they do at Ali Baba, this is how you’re supposed to make rotisserie […]
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This movie theater is located in Mockingbird station. The theater shows indie and art films along with blockbuster hits. Amenities include a coffee shop, beer and wine and snack food.
The giant, complimentary garlic rolls are reason enough to visit this Lakewood bistro. But the culinary fare that comes along with it is just as good. The sampler plates are particularly tasty. Choose from choices such as the chicken parmesan, cheese ravioli with marinara sauce and fettuccine alfredo plate and the seafood manicotti, shrimp pomodora […]
You will miss Apothecary the first time you attempt to visit. That’s part of its charm. This self-ascribed “avant-garde cocktail lounge” is a dark respite from the overwhelming elements of life. Here the world is shuttered out, the noise turned down to a delightful whisper. The mixologists here spend months crafting the recipes for each […]
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Art Frame Expo is your source for your everyday framing needs. Whether you’re looking to beautify your home or office, we have hundreds of pre-framed pictures to select from, along with a well trained and professional staff to assist you in making the right selections. We have a vast array of pictures from original paintings, […]
For more than 20 years, this neighborhood spot has been shelling out cheap mollusks with even cheaper brewskis. Much of the food comes in fried renditions, including oysters. However, there are many preparations offered, some unusual for shuck shack – stringed lights, coolers and picnic tables included – such as a ceviche and a trio […]
Persistent chatter and clanking silverware signals that you’ve found one of Uptown’s more promising dining spots in Baboush. Hummus and babaganoush are safe plays, served with plenty of warm pita for dipping, but the entire menu warrants attention. Shrimp and chicken kebabs and other street plates deliver bites that push conventional Moroccan cooking while staying […]
Bad Chicken is a classic hot and fried chicken spot with interesting, unique items to give them their own taste. Choose from wings, nuggets sandwiches, everything chicken you could want. Grilled or fried, you can get a salad, fries, mac and cheese, literally anything you could possibly want is here waiting for you. Not even […]
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Founded by Ken Reimer and Tom Dahl (the Baker brothers), the fast-casual salad and sandwich chain opened its first store in 1999. This location is in the Old Town Shopping Center and offers the company’s signature salads, like the Santa Barbara, Texas Cobb and Asian-inspired Kowloon. The sandwich favorites include the Texas Star (roast beef […]
The pink pig signage lures barbecue devotees to this palace of smoked pork. The rustic interior accentuated with red-and-white checker oilcloth tables gives the restaurant a ‘cue shack feel. Stepping into Baker’s Ribs is like stepping into a roadside barbecue joint. The signature St. Louis-style ribs are tender. However, the brisket is almost as much […]
Few places are left where you can truly feel like you’re in a bygone era, but the Balcony Club feeds that fantasy convincingly. The landmark jazz club on the second floor next to the old Lakewood Theater is a go-to spot for aspiring old-timers, no matter their age. The intimate space and dimly lit ambiance […]
With a no-frills menu of basic Thai options, Bangkok City is one of the most consistent stops for Thai food in the metroplex. It boasts a healthy number of vegetarian options, as well as a hearty variety of chicken and beef dinners. Especially potent are its Imperial Rolls – tofu and shrimp with vegetables wrapped […]