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Congrats, Dallas: Olōyō, the restaurant we’ve been waiting for, opens soon

Congrats, Dallas: Olōyō, the restaurant we’ve been waiting for, opens soon

By Aaren ProdyMay 22, 2026

After years of refining their craft through hyper-popular pop-ups, the team behind Molino Oloyo is ready to open their new home in East Dallas.

Punk Noir wants to shake up fine dining in Dallas. Here’s a look inside

By Aaren ProdyMay 21, 2026

With a 20-course tasting menu spanning several rooms, the restaurant pairs local artwork with an evolving, multi-sensory narrative. (But what’s it taste like?)

chef adam reson the fairmont dallas

The Prep Q&A with chef Adam Reson at the Fairmont

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 21, 2026

Ever had an oven explode in your kitchen? Meet chef Reson at the Fairmont and hear other fun stories about cooking in Dallas.

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An ice cream shop with a cult following makes its Dallas debut

An ice cream shop with a cult following makes its Dallas debut

By Aaren ProdyMay 20, 2026

The Portland-born shop brings its famous rotating flavors (and a Fritos pie sundae) to North Texas.

Texas Roadhouse steak meal with a baked potato

Steak? In this economy? Why Texas Roadhouse wins over this food writer and North Texas diners

By Lisa PettyMay 20, 2026

With steak prices soaring, we skipped the latest bougie opening for the longest wait in North Texas to see if the chain holds up.

money bag dumplings at komodo

The life, death and receipts behind Komodo’s closing

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 20, 2026

What booze sales tell us about flashy restaurant imports that open with a bang and fizzle out hard.

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Hey, Dallas restaurant owners: the IRS might owe you a COVID-era refund

Hey, Dallas restaurant owners: the IRS might owe you a COVID-era refund

By Lisa PettyMay 19, 2026

A landmark federal court ruling means the IRS may have illegally hit local businesses with late fees during the pandemic. If so, you have until July 10 to file a claim.

the exterior of tipsy booze

A national chain is moving into the Bishop Arts. At least it’s boozy ice cream

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 19, 2026

New York-based Tipsy Scoop is bringing over-the-top alcohol-infused treats to the neighborhood this summer.

two salads on a table at Tribal All Day Cafe

Tribal All Day Cafe to close, reopen in larger space nearby

By Aaren ProdyMay 18, 2026

Tribal All Day Cafe — where eating healthy is actually fun — is moving to a bigger space just across the street. We’re excited about this move.

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CBD Provisions is back. So are the pig’s head carnitas

By Desiree GutierrezMay 16, 2026

After eight months, the downtown restaurant returns with a new chef, French precision and a yee-haw-brasserie ambiance.

Two soft serve margaritas with popping boba on top.

Are soft-serve margs the drink of the summer? (Yes!) Where to find them in Dallas

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 15, 2026

Margaritas get a glam up. Here’s where to find the silky smooth cocktails in Dallas.

Cafe Brazil on SMU campus.

Don’t panic (yet): Cafe Brazil will have to move, but plans to stay near SMU students

By Melanie HernandezMay 15, 2026

The land this beloved 24-hour cafe sits on is part of a campus expansion, but Cafe Brazil is working to ensure those coffee-fueled late-night study sessions live on.

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a tray of bbq from cattleack bbq

A local’s guide to Dallas’ best BBQ, Tex-Mex, steaks and chicken-fried steak

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 14, 2026

Dallas is built on beef, smoke, gravy and queso. If you’re visiting for the World Cup, skip the tourist traps and eat like a native.

Lobsta Grilled Cheese from Dock Local - Samantha Marie Photography

Seafood swap: Rex’s Seafood to close, replaced by Dock Local

By Aaren ProdyMay 14, 2026

You have until May 17 to grab your favorite bite at Rex’s at the Dallas Farmers Market – although the flagship location in North Dallas will remain open.

the patio of casablanca

Why Casablanca in the Bishop Arts District closed

By Aaren ProdyMay 13, 2026

The once very popular lounge with “sing-easies” (private karaoke rooms) is now an event space.

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‘Nothing makes any sense’: survey reveals the struggle for restaurants, fuel surcharges

By Jeff SiegelMay 13, 2026

Survey says! While meals cost more, restaurant are making less money. And consumers are driving less and eating out less.

Evan Pemberton (left) and Mike Stites standing in front of their new restaurant

Midcult Society wants to fill a ‘Cry Wolf-shaped hole’ in Dallas dining

By Chris WolfgangMay 12, 2026

A pair of industry veterans will open an Expo Park restaurant that promises creative flavors in an approachable venue.

A pickle smoothie from Smoothie King

A big dill: Smoothie King drops a new pickle smoothie

By Aaren ProdyMay 12, 2026

In America, hydration is approached as a high-functioning personality trait. And now we’re drinking our deli garnishes. Case in point?

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fajitas at el molino

Anchor Sushi in North Dallas to close, reopen as upscale Tex-Mex spot

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 11, 2026

Last call at Anchor Sushi Bar in Preston Royal Shopping Center is May 31.

0.6 miles of glory: the Meat Fight 1K requires stretchy pants, not running shoes

By Aaren ProdyMay 11, 2026

The Meat Fight 1K is the best race you’ll never run. 

A burger and fries from Susan's in the Design District

At Susan’s Burgers, the griddle is hot and mom would be proud

By Courtney E. SmithMay 11, 2026

The Dallas-owned restaurant serves up home-style nostalgia and $13 bacon cheeseburgers in the heart of the Design District.

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Howard Wang and his son Jarren in the kitchen.

Why Howard Wang’s Lake Highlands spot is more than just your neighborhood kitchen

By Lauren Drewes DanielsMay 8, 2026

Howard Wang’s son, Jarren, spent years in renowned Asian kitchens in New York City and Austin. Now, he’s back in Dallas, fusing new-school techniques with his father’s legacy.

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