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Critic's Notebook

Thin Line Fest 2026: Our Top 10 Music Moments

By Preston BartaMarch 24, 2026

From Seryn’s emotional homecoming to an intergalactic rock opera, the 10 unforgettable sets that defined this year’s Thin Line Fest.

The meatball sub from Jimmy's, in front of the sore in East Dallas.
Restaurants

The Best Sandwiches in Dallas

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMarch 23, 2026

From meatball sandwiches at Jimmy’s to mile-high pastrami at Cindi’s, North Texas has some great sandwich shops. Here are our favorites, new and old.

Film, TV & Streaming

Lone Stars and Golden Statues: Who Will (and Should) Win at the 2026 Oscars

By Preston BartaMarch 13, 2026

Get ready for the 98th Academy Awards on Sunday, where plenty of North Texas talent is on the ballot.

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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.

a plate of Cacio e pepe fritters at Seager and Sons
Restaurants

The Most Booked Restaurant in the Dallas Suburbs

By Aaren ProdyMarch 12, 2026

Who’s ready to hit the Benihana? A lot of people in the ‘burbs apparently.

The Crafty Irishman's upstairs open-air bar full of people on a busy night.
Restaurants

The Best Pubs in Dallas

By Lauren Drewes Daniels and OthersMarch 10, 2026

Feeling like some fish and chips washed down with a Guinness? Sames.

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Cardi B attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating "Superfine: Tailoring Black Style" at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025, in New York City.
Bars & Breweries

Our ‘Down South’ Recs for the Next Time Cardi B Wants Soul Food in Dallas

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMarch 9, 2026

We missed Cardi B’s request for “down south food” while in Dallas. But here are our recommendations for next time.

Louie's has tavern-style pizza and vibes.
Restaurants

Move Over Deep Dish, Here’s Where to Find Chicago Tavern-Style Pizza in Dallas

By Hank VaughnMarch 5, 2026

Looking for Chicago’s iconic square-cut thin crust pizza? Discover new restaurants, classic dives and secret gems in North Texas.

dining room at Pangea
Restaurants

The 10 Biggest Dallas Restaurant Openings in February

By Aaren ProdyMarch 4, 2026

We can’t wait to dig into Pangea, AM/FM, Ayat and a few other places that recently opened in Dallas.

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A close up of a bowl of chicken nuggets topped with cheese and green onions.
Restaurants

3 Dallas Spots Make Texas Monthly‘s Best New Restaurants List

By Aaren ProdyMarch 3, 2026

Texas Monthly food critic Paula Forbes crisscrossed the state to find the best new restaurants, and Dallas did quite well.

A huge chicken and biscuit sandwich on a plate.
Restaurants

12 Spots With the Best Brunch in Dallas: Updated 2026

By Aaren Prody and OthersFebruary 28, 2026

From $5 mimosas in Deep Ellum to skillet pancakes with smoked honey butter in Plano, here are the 12 best brunch spots in Dallas for 2026.

Dallas Life

Black-Owned Businesses You Can Support in North Texas

By Aria BellFebruary 24, 2026

Put your money where your hashtags are this Black History Month and beyond and support Black-owned businesses in Dallas.

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Dairy-ette is a classic diner straight out of 1956.
Opinion | Reader Response

Readers Share Their Favorite Old Dallas Restaurants

By Lauren Drewes DanielsFebruary 23, 2026

Prince Hamburgers, Charcoal Broiler, Highland Park Cafeteria and Celebration are some of the most beloved and long-standing gems in Dallas.

The crowd of a punk rock concert
Critic's Notebook

The 15 Best Venues To Catch a Punk Show in DFW

By Vera "Velma" Hernandez and OthersFebruary 22, 2026

Punk never dies, especially not at these North Texas moshing grounds.

campisi's exterior
Restaurants

10 Oldest Dallas Restaurants That Are Local Institutions

By Aaren ProdyFebruary 18, 2026

In a city of churn-and-burn dining, these icons prove staying power lies in execution, not hype.

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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

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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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.

Silhouette of two people at a rock concert
Concerts

Take Your Music Lover to One of These Shows This Valentine’s Day

By Austin ZookFebruary 11, 2026

Does falling in love at a metal show count as a hopeless place?

Ruins in Dallas
Bars & Breweries

Love on a Budget: A Guide to Dive Bars and Cheap Date Ideas

By Lauren Drewes DanielsFebruary 11, 2026

Low-key elite food, restrooms with character and maybe even a stripper pole. All on a budget.

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The lasagna bianca at Radici
Restaurants

The Definitive Guide to Dallas Italian: 15 Restaurants Worth the Hype

By Aaren Prody and OthersFebruary 10, 2026

For many, there are few things as comforting as a bowl of pasta. Here’s our list of great Italian restaurants around Dallas.

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