The small menu here reflects the predominantly fried All-Stars of Texan and Southern cuisine. There’s fried chicken and chicken-fried steak, natch. There’s fried catfish and pot roast. There’s fried chicken tenders and smoked chicken. That’s the entire selection of main dishes at Babe’s Chicken Dinner House. No joke. And that’s a relief to see in […]
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This Snider Plaza shop is a mainstay of the chic mom set. Owner Carrie Barnard originally set out to open a little shop filled with things she couldn’t find in town for her own children. Cut to present day and she has added an adjoining sister store, miniME, aimed at older kids and a thriving […]
Years ago, Baby Dolls Saloon moved locations and began boasting “The Legend Lives On.” The 37-year-old institution backs up the claim with a roster of more than 200 dancers on any given night. The grand staircase opens onto a bar that sits in the center of the club. The main stage is enormous, and off […]
The world would be all the better if it were filled with more trompo taco fans. To make a great trompo taco, the vertical spit has to spin, but at many places business isn’t steady enough to keep the contraption in motion. Not so at Bachman Tacos and Grill, where tacos are a necessary add […]
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Originally a local Houston phenomenon, Bamboo House opened the doors to its first North Texas location. Hungry families have since piled in the Plano joint to get a taste of what the chain claims to be the ‘best Peking duck in town.’ The platter’s arrival is almost a royal event; it’s trolleyed in on a […]
Thai food at Bambu isn’t the sloppy affair it sometimes becomes at greasy pad Thai joints: The best dishes at this neighborhood nook are startlingly sophisticated, reflecting a respect for top-notch ingredients and a steady command of the grill. The restaurant hews to the Isaan style of cooking associated with Thailand’s northeastern region, and the […]
This far North Dallas spot is probably more neighborhood than destination, but tasty dishes and charming decor keep it in the game. Fried rice dishes come out quickly, which might raise an eyebrow, but fluffy rice with tasty chunks of pineapple and chicken was a surprise and relief. The grilled chicken smothered in peanut sauce […]
The Gambaccini family hails from Lucca, Italy, that beautiful city in Tuscany famous for its Renaissance walls and tordelli lucchesi, a bright yellow pasta made with eggs that is similar to ravioli but always filled with a mixture of meat, usually beef and/or pork, and sauced with a rich meat ragu. After originally emigrating to […]
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The mixology at this bar puts it into a category of its own. Ruben Rolon, the beverage director who previously developed a Michelin-recognized establishment, is redefining Dallas’ cocktail scene. The drinks are meticulously made, often taking multiple days to perfect, with a focus on reinterpreted classics. Add in their exotic spirits and global wines paired […]
Bar W is a new sports bar along Maple Avenue across from The Stoneleigh, where The Stoneleigh P long lived. The crowd leans toward college sports fans, except when Love Islandis on (love is a sport, many would say). They have a lot of space for big crowds both inside and out, with TVs packed […]
The Deep Ellum Dog Park is loaded with amenities and special equipment to make sure you and your best friend have a great time. Just look at this list! 1.2 acres to play on 6-foot high fence Grass coverage on 80% of the park Shaded areas under the overpass No hot street surfaces Lots of […]
Barley and Board is a hip Denton spot driven by executive chef Chad Kelley, featuring a small brunch menu with giant blueberry pancakes and a dried fruit and nut porridge for those craving something sweet. The rest of the menu slants savory. Dinner includes small plates, like wicked Gulf oysters and roasted bone marrow, plus […]
Largemouth bass, walleye, trout, crappie, smallmouth bass or catfish, whatever your species we have fishing tackle and fishing lures for you. Barlow’s online fishing tackle store offers name brand fishing tackle plus a complete selection of specialty items such as, Do-It molds, fishing hooks, bulk plastic worms, spinner blades, lure skirts, fly tying materials and […]
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Barry Whistler Gallery: This Deep Ellum gallery has been showcasing works from local Texas artists for a quarter century. These days you’ll find lots of minimalist photography and digital art in the collection. Summer 2013 saw “The Color Condition,” a massive fringed banner constructed from painters’ drop cloths, shower curtains and tablecloths that hung on […]