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Deep Ellum

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The exterior of Local in historic Deep Ellum.
Restaurants

Deep Ellum’s Chef-Driven Restaurant, LOCAL, Still Shines 23 Years Later

By Lisa PettyMarch 16, 2026

Revisiting a longtime Deep Ellum favorite, Local, reminds us why it’s been around for more than 20 years.

The rooftop at Culinary Dropout with lots of people hanging out and drinking.
Restaurants

16 Dallas Rooftops for When You Need a Drink and a Skyline View

By Hank Vaughn and OthersMarch 13, 2026

Soak up the sun and skyline at these rooftop patios where the drinks and food flow.

Concerts

Blood Orange’s Symphonic Dreams Came to Life at the Bomb Factory 

By Alyssa FieldsMarch 6, 2026

The crowd in Deep Ellum danced until their feet basically bled orange at the Bomb Factory Thursday night.

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Construction in Deep Ellum
Restaurants

Deep Ellum’s New Deal: The Struggle, the Shift and a New Restaurant Row

By Lisa PettyMarch 4, 2026

For Restaurants, Deep Ellum is a punishing obstacle course but a little help might be on the way.

Charley Crockett performs on stage for a music festival
Critic's Notebook

‘I Let Y’all Down’: Charley Crockett Denied Entry to Canada for Old Drug Conviction

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 24, 2026

A marijuana-related guilty plea in Virginia 10 years ago kept Crockett from entering Canada for a tour.

indie-rock band Enjambre stands in front of trees
Concerts

Ahead of Daños Luz Tour at Trees, Enjambre Find Their Light

By Baylie VikeFebruary 24, 2026

The acclaimed Mexican indie-rock greats say their new record is a destination 30 years in the making.

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Nikki Perez of Houston's Daze captivates the crowd with her powerful vocals and shoegaze sound.
Concerts

Gazed and Confused Fest Readies for a Fuzzy, Ferocious Debut in Deep Ellum

By Preston BartaFebruary 22, 2026

A new festival is bringing a punch of emo, indie and metalcore under one roof for a new festival next month.

EV's Vintage
Dallas Life

EV’s Vintage Gets a Second Life With New, Late-Night Location

By Sean StroudFebruary 18, 2026

Within spitting distance from It’ll Do Club, the treasure trove is open until 2 a.m. on Sundays.

cenzo's pizza and wine
Restaurants

Dallas’ Best Cheap Eats for Every Day of the Week

By Simon Pruitt and OthersFebruary 17, 2026

We mapped out a week’s worth of the best cheap food deals in the city so you don’t have to. Monday through Sunday, we’ve got you covered

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Books

New Book Inspired by Kettle Art Gallery is More Than Just Pages About Art

By Scott TuckerFebruary 13, 2026

A new book tells the story of Kettle Art Gallery, a pillar of Deep Ellum, and the man behind the curtain.

Ruins in Deep Ellum
Bars & Breweries

The Ultimate Dallas Bar Guide

By Desiree Gutierrez and OthersFebruary 13, 2026

From dive bars to vinyl-spinning DJs at low-key lounges, there’s a vibe and style for everyone in Dallas.

A shrimp po'boy, red beans and rice and gumbo at Bucky's
Restaurants

Best Cajun Food in Dallas: A Fat Tuesday Guide

By Terrance Porter and OthersFebruary 13, 2026

It’s Mardi Gras, y’all. Get some crawfish and Hurricanes.

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Cane Rosso Brick Oven
Restaurants

Deep Ellum Pizzeria Celebrates 15 Years with $1 Pizza and Beer This Monday

By Lauren Drewes DanielsFebruary 12, 2026

Cane Rosso in Deep Ellum is 15, old enough to realize $1 pizza is the only way to buy our fickle affection.

Critic's Notebook

Where to Find an Actual Vinyl DJ Set in Dallas

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 12, 2026

For the analog listeners living in this digital world.

Dallas Life

How to Celebrate Galentine’s Day in Dallas

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 11, 2026

Fridays are for the girls. Or at least this Friday is.

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Critic's Notebook

Third Annual Dallas Entertainment Awards Bring Together Dallas Arts Scene

By Alyssa FieldsFebruary 5, 2026

Produced by singer Dezi 5, the awards went off without a hitch last night.

the Gravy Back at Easy Slider
Restaurants

The Best $10 You’ll Spend in Dallas: A Whiskey Shot with a Brown Gravy Back

By Lauren Drewes DanielsFebruary 3, 2026

Is it a shot or is it Sunday dinner? And should it come with an ankle monitor?

Dallas Life

Local Business Owners Will Spend Months Making Up for Winter Storm Losses

By Alyssa FieldsJanuary 29, 2026

‘Just wait it out? It’s not like my landlord is waiting it out.’

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The beer garden at Dot's Hop House.
Restaurants

Deep Ellum Loses Another Classic: Dot’s Hop House Announces Last Call

By Lauren Drewes DanielsJanuary 27, 2026

Deep Ellum is down 99 beer taps.

people on a patio in bishop arts
Critic's Notebook

The Music We Think You Listen to Based on Which Dallas Neighborhood You Live in

By Carly May Gravley and OthersJanuary 23, 2026

After weighing the facts (and the stereotypes), here’s what we think Dallas residents are listening to based on where they live.

the bomb factory crowd for diana ross
Critic's Notebook

The Bomb Factory Marquee Tributes Minnesota Woman Killed by ICE

By Alec SpicerJanuary 13, 2026

The latest installment of ‘things people on the internet somehow find a way to be miserable about’ is here.

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The last night of DFW's 2025 Jambaloo Festival featured the Texas Gentlemen.
Concerts

Jambaloo, North Texas’ Free Winter Music Festival, is Changing This Year

By Alyssa FieldsJanuary 7, 2026

Last year, the unexpected rise of an already-booked headliner was a stark awakening for festival organizers.

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