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 a cozy atmosphere, accentuated by the 12 bright orange high-back bar stools encircling the expansive bar area. The menu at Jonathon’s Forestwood remains faithful to the original location, but they’ve introduced some new additions, such as a seared tuna salad, cobb salad, sopapilla waffles and a sandwich that stole the show for us: the Pigg Mac. Jonathon’s biscuits and gravy ($8.50), a must-try, consisted of two pepper biscuits and their famous peppered cream gravy, with four turkey sausage links. Flaky, fresh biscuits and the pepper gravy transformed this classic comfort into a sublime treat. First up, try the Danger Dogs, pancake-battered turkey sausage links served with spicy mustard. With four dogs per order, the batter was light and crispy with a funnel cake kind of texture. Skepticism turned into satisfaction as the spicy mustard surprisingly complemented the sweet pancake batter, resulting in a delightful, Texas State Fair kind of combination. The chicken fried steak and eggs is epic here. The steak is as large as the plate and unlike most crust that fall apart once the gravy hits, here it maintains a crunch even several hours later (leftovers). This is served with two eggs, brunch potatoes and toast; you would be remiss not to try it. The Pigg Mac sandwich comes with spicy pork patty and pepper Jack cheese provided a nice kick, while the citrus slaw and red onions added a refreshing crunch with a zesty twist. The harissa aioli infused a smoky spiciness, while the over-easy egg crowns this jewel of a sandwich with its silky runny yolk.