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 […]
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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 […]
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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Bajeko Sekuwa has locations in Nepal, where the chain has become famous for its grilled meats, momo dumplings and local comfort foods. Irving’s location, is the second to debut outside Nepal.
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 […]
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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Love for this Thai eatery is multi-generational. For more than 20 years, customers have been passing on their love for the food offered here. Dishes like the green curry, tom kha soup and corn patties fetch high praise. The pad Thai is also popular. Are you surprised? However, don’t be afraid to try some of […]
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 […]
Sitting atop a large hill in Oak Cliff, The Belmont Hotel and its conjoined bar are more than 80 years old, boutique in design and have an adorable vintage flair. The Belmont Bar is a place to enjoy upscale cocktails or martinis in a homey setting. Brick floors, warm sofas and a fireplace take residence […]
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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 […]
Founded in 1990, Bar Louie has five locations throughout DFW and over 70 across the U.S. A friendly neighborhood gastropub, Bar Louie offers strong cocktails, chef-inspired food and spot-on service all in a comfortable atmosphere where you’re encouraged to kick back and hang out. The menu has variety of bar bites, craft burgers, flatbreads, thick […]
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 […]