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While it’s certainly no Hurricane Harbor, the Splash Park at this White Rock rec center is definitely a step up from your garden hose. The large amoeba-shaped expanse has plenty of sprayers and fountains for kids and adults alike to frolic and get some relief from the scorching summer temperatures (through Labor Day). It also […]
This restaurant originated in Oregon, where “River Pig” is an old term for guys whose job it was to guide timber down rivers to sawmills. The menu offers typical items that you would find at a gastropub, but also some unique grub like the Hell’s Canyon Drumsticks. Instead of drums and flats, you get five […]
East Dallas newcomer Rodeo Cold heralds a new generation of dive bars. The Western-themed spot glows on Ross Avenue, but if you miss it, just look for the cowboy-hat-wearing doorman posted on a barstool out front. Inside its red glow, the essentials are all covered: a pool table, bartenders who’ll soon enough know your usual […]
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This gem of the Old Town Shopping Center has quite possibly some of the best corn patties this city can offer. The fritters are crisp and not greasy. The accompanying cucumber sauce is tangy and sweet with thinly sliced red onions offering a fine crunch. Other top choices, served by traditionally attired servers, include the […]
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“At The Rustic, music is part of our DNA,” The Rustic’s creator Kyle Noonan said in 2020 as the bar and restaurant kicked off its Safe Sounds Music Series, a masked and socially distanced concert series aimed at keeping the music playing during the pandemic. And then there’s this: “We hustle together, we party together, […]
This bar in East Dallas has an old soul. From two experienced barkeeps – original mixologist Gabe Sanchez, previously of Black Swan in Deep Ellum, and Ryan Payne – this is a slinky black dress with an attitude of indifference. Sip a cocktail like the Big Booty Trudy or order a boilermaker from the Churched […]
In a small garden tucked behind Sakhuu Thai in East Dallas, owner Kyla Phomsavanh grows the building blocks for his curries, stir fries and other Thai dishes. Have a seat in the dark-toned dining room and make friends with the staff. They’re as warm and welcoming as a steaming bowl of tom kha soup. If […]
Located near White Rock Lake, the city’s largest public tennis center is probably a good place to start if you have dreams of becoming the next Andre Agassi on a budget. Classes are offered for every age group from toddlers to seniors, and every level of play from first-timers to wannabe pros. Closed just three […]
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This Greenville Avenue classic offers typical bar fare, including burgers, sandwiches and pizza, and with several HD TVs blasting the big game, it’s the perfect spot to have a beer and support your team of choice. Much of the food is good, not great, but don’t miss the sweet potato fries, which are crispy and […]
Patrons can choose fried calamari and any of a number of everyday pasta dishes, but diners can also get double-take menu options. These include the crab claws in garlic butter sauce and the Southwest linguini with Italian sausage, red onion, green pepper and mushrooms in a chipotle cream sauce. The pizzas at this family restaurant […]