Sandwich HagThe best sandwiches, the ones you crave for days after ordering, are served family style one day and between bread the next. Owner and chef Reyna Duong was born in a small fishing village on the southern tip of Vietnam — a tattoo on her forearm bears the city’s name — and grew up in […]
Ten Bells TavernThese are true-blue tavern wings — aka drumsticks that behave like wings. The sauce covers every nook and cranny of the drums, topped by crags of funky blue cheese. The sticky sauce arrives the hue of a smoldering campfire — a coating made with garlic, beer, brown sugar and a hammer or two of Frank’s […]
Mitsuwa MarketplaceUp against hip, shiny new food courts like Legacy Hall in Plano and the beloved Dallas Farmers Market, Mitsuwa Marketplace shines a different light on DFW. This Japanese food court in Plano doesn’t have its own brewery or double as a concert venue on the weekends. It’s not open and roomy, and you can’t bring […]
Ascension CoffeeThere’s really no better place to be an introvert than at home — or at a coffee shop. And there’s no better coffee shop to be an introvert than Ascension in the Design District. Of course, crowds are welcome. But to the dismay of society’s social butterflies, there is a contingent of restaurant-goers who just […]
Shake ShackThis is a touchy subject, because all cheese fries are technically the best cheese fries. But some places, like Shake Shack, go above and beyond. A smart cheese-fry slinger opts for a cheese sauce that coats the fry more evenly and doesn’t congeal into a cold, flavorless epoxy. At Shake Shack, the fries are amped […]
American ButchersAt this Dallas Farmers Market stall, all the meat you purchase comes from small family farms ethically raising beef, pork and lamb. The husband-and-wife team behind this shop can answer any question you’ve got about your meat, and then some. The butcher stall even hosts “meet your farmer” events where customers can meet the local […]
Mama's Daughter's DinerThe high-end, farm-to-market diner is hot right now, but sometimes, you just want the real, grease-stained thing. Mama’s Daughter’s is the classic diner of our dreams: sassy signs on the wall, lightning-fast service and cheap, satisfying diner eats.
George Kaiho, JettisonThis sleek West Dallas cocktail enclave is great for hiding out in a dark corner with a Negroni and a date, but it’s also a great place to geek out over cocktails with bar manager George Kaiho, a quiet but friendly presence behind the bar. His cocktails are sophisticated but approachable, and his hospitality means […]
Panther City BBQPanther City BBQ may be a food truck, but the breadth of barbecue goodness being served rivals that of many brick-and-mortars. Sure, you’ll find brisket, pulled pork, spare ribs and two kinds of sausage. But there’s also smoked turkey breast, smoked bologna and pork belly burnt ends, a nod to their friends down the street […]
Wow! Donuts & DripsAt Wow! Donuts & Drips, the doughnuts are works of art. They are made to order: small batches are baked every few hours, and the toppings and fillings are added on demand. Wow offers more than 120 creative toppings and fillings, from classic chocolate old fashioned or glazed cake doughnut to Nutella Kit Kat, carrot […]
Dallas Farmers MarketIn the last couple of years, the Dallas Farmers Market has become not just a good spot to pick up locally grown tomatoes but one of the city’s largest tourism draws, which unfortunately shows in the lack of parking. Even still, this farmers market is a blast to visit, and it’s easy to lose a […]
BolsaIt’s neither new nor trendy at the moment, but this Oak Cliff mainstay has long made one of the best brunches in the city. An early adopter of the farm-to-table movement, Bolsa keeps brunch fresh with dishes such as breakfast flatbreads, iron skillet quiche and maple-bourbon glazed pork belly. Grab a table early, as this […]
La ComidaLa Comida is the embodiment of the American dream. Brothers Mario and Ivan Urtecho hail from the Yucatan region and, unlike a lot of Tex-Mex joints, you’ll find authenticity and heart in this menu. Whether you want more Mexican fare like tortas or Tex-Mex classics like cheese enchiladas and margaritas, La Comida is likely to […]
Petra & the BeastWhen it comes to curing and foraging, Dallas chef Misti Norris is king — er, queen. That’s never more apparent than on the menu at her Old East Dallas restaurant Petra & the Beast, where she goes wild with a must-not-miss charcuterie program. Expect your board to be different every time, and let her choose […]
Malibu PokeDallas is swarming with fast-casual poke restaurants, each offering their own take on this classic Hawaiian dish of marinated raw fish. But amidst the cacophony, one restaurant stands out: Malibu Poke. From the same team behind TJ’s Seafood, Malibu Poke’s menu was developed by former FT33 chef Matt McCallister, and there’s serious creativity here. Try […]
Cox Farms MarketThis sweet little West Dallas grocery store is a godsend when you’re across the river and in search of organic produce or locally roasted coffee. It’s not big, but it makes up for its size in the solid selection of healthy food and ready-made sides and sandwiches. If you can’t make a farmers market but […]
Easy SliderSo you’re stumbling through Deep Ellum late at night and need a bite. You’ve got options, but not all compare to Easy Slider, the food truck turned brick-and-mortar. You can get these juicy, oh-so-perfect sliders until 2 a.m. Thursday through Saturday nights, and if you’re feeling especially adventurous, try the crackle shot, a shot of […]
Zoli's NY PizzaOh, how happy we were when formerly Oak Cliff-based Zoli’s NY Pizza popped back up in Addison. Whether you’re looking for classic New York-style pies or something more adventurous — or even a foot-long brunch cannoli made with Nashville hot chicken — Zoli’s can accommodate. Try the CBR, a pizza topped with mozzarella, roasted chicken, […]
Smoky RoseIf you’re looking for a patio with a pedigree, East Dallas’ Smoky Rose is the place. This gorgeous, verdant patio has sweet little gathering areas and fire pits and offers the same flowery, outdoorsy decadence you’ll find at the Dallas Arboretum across the street. The upscale barbecue dishes taste even better with a little fresh […]
Snooze an A.M. EateryFor those craving flapjacks, this Colorado import in Addison is hard to beat. From pineapple upside-down pancakes to buttermilk lemon poppyseed batter and sweet potato cakes, this popular breakfast and brunch spot makes fun variations on this breakfast classic. Not sure which to try? Order a pancake flight, which lets you try three different flapjacks. […]
One90 Smoked MeatsSome here in this Lone Star State might say mere fish isn’t worthy of a starring role, but they should probably visit Lake Highland’s hot spot One90 Smoked Meats. See, many equate smoked salmon with lox — which is cold-smoked — and that’s delicious, but One90’s hot-smoking approach makes for a perfectly flaky and flavorful […]
Samantha Rush, Rush PatisserieSamantha Rush has been serving sweets in DFW for more than 10 years at Rush Patisserie. She specializes in French pastries, so it’s the perfect spot to get your fix for macarons, tarts and croissants. If that isn’t enough, Rush is now doubling her load after taking over Trailercakes. Both businesses are operating out of […]
