John’s Cafe

Basic, classic breakfast dishes aren’t difficult to come by at the relocated Greenville Avenue landmark. In business for more than 33 years, John’s knows how to break an egg or two. Plus, syrup isn’t even required for pancakes or the powdered-sugary, cinnamon-y French toast-yeah, they’re that good. John’s also handles the lunch crowd with standard […]

Jonathon’s Diner

Here you’ll find the city’s best chicken and waffles, along with some of its best gravy with plenty of black pepper. Breakfast is served all day, but don’t skip the sandwiches like the super-tall club sandwich or the macaroni and cheese that’s full of love and no fanciness. In 2022, they expanded with a second […]

Jonathon’s Forestwood

In Oak Cliff, Jonathon’s Diner has been a beloved breakfast, brunch and lunch destination since 2011. In fall 2023, this new spot opened at Forest Lane and the North Dallas Tollway. Despite its unassuming exterior, the interior is surprisingly spacious, with seating for approximately 150, both inside and outdoors. The dark sage green walls create […]

Jose

This upscale Mexican restaurant, conveniently located near some of Dallas’ wealthiest neighborhoods, serves two menus. The first, which it debuted in 2017, is a canny setlist of fancied-up Tex-Mex favorites, such as $17 seafood enchiladas. The menu-within-a-menu is the work of a chef hired in late 2018, Anastacia Quiñones-Pittman, who brings her own distinctive and […]

JR’s Bar and Grill

Located on Cedar Springs in the Oak Lawn area, this popular bar has been remodeled and expanded three times since its opening in 1980. JR’s boasts three full bars — two downstairs and another upstairs on its usually bustling covered patio/balcony. The patio makes for a great place to watch the basic hustle and bustle […]

Jubilee Cafe

Jubilee Café in Carrollton is a dessert-forward Korean-owned spot that originated in Palisades Park, NJ, and got our attention via pictures of its teddy bear latte that is trending all over social media. What started as primarily a chocolatier has become a cute little café that serves brunch, sandwiches, pastas, a full range of coffee […]