Restaurants

Sad news today as one of the best bars in the city is closing in October. “I didn’t want this,” says co-owner Eric Sanchez.

We created a list of the top places to satiate your adult-sized cravings for child-like treats. From buckets of taffy to hot-dog-flavored candy canes, turns out Dallas is super sweet.

They say a true Australian breakfast is a trifecta of good coffee, good service and good banana bread. Frisco breakfast spot The Aussie Grind delivers all three.

Akira Imamura, the owner and chef of Ramen Izakaya Akira in Lewisville, opened a six-course tasting menu that displays his fusion of Japanese and Italian cuisine.

Maguire’s may have closed, but Renny’s Grill & Bar has recently opened in Dallas and has some of favorites from that menu as well as new selections, all served in a smart and comfortable setting.

One of Dallas’ most popular food trucks has made a permanent shift to its very own brick-and-mortar. We made a visit to try the tacos, tortas and a margarita on the colorful patio.

CocoAndre is moving to a new chapter with the matriarch retiring soon. But, fear not, the local chocolatier will continue to thrive with daughter Cindy at the helm.

Beat the heat with some delicious gelato.

Brix Barbecue in Fort Worth has moved from an Airstream trailer to brick and mortar, and we’re all about the classic barbecue favorites served along with non-traditional gems.

Gong Cha, a Taiwan-based spot known for its bubble tea, offers bubble waffles that are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. They pair well with a scoop of ice cream.

Beat the heat this weekend with some delectable chocolate.

Originally from New York City, Black Tap’s over-the-top milkshakes recently debuted in Dallas. We came in expecting big and weren’t disappointed.

See what they did there? We’ve never been so amused by a vegan meal.

Born on the campus of the University of Arkansas, the Narcos-inspired quesadilla spot is now open, and it doesn’t care what you smell like.

A new menu item piqued our interest enough to have us fight the dinnertime rush. And we’re sorry to say how much we like it.

North of Dallas at The Hub in Allen, chefs prepare dinner for small groups just two nights a week. The cuts of steak, wine and even recipes are all on offer.

The Toasted Yolk is the newest addition to the local brunch scene. Try the signature toasts baked with egg yolk, huge benedicts, crispy churro doughnuts and boozy brunch accompaniments.

Miznon, originally out of Tel Aviv, is internationally known for pita sandwiches and its boiled and broiled baby cauliflower heads. Yep. That’s what they say.

Boozy Bird is a new bar and grill that focuses on chicken and offers dozens of canned beers, along with pool and beer pong. They aren’t clucking around.

The Katy Trail has a new tenant with a notable happy hour. We’re so excited we can afford to go out again. From 3 to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, anyway.

It’ll take a couple of trips to get through the whole menu, but the soft Indian bread stuffed with meats, cheese, nuts and chickpeas (and much more) is worth it. Plus the weekend buffet is a steal.

With so much to eat in Dallas, it can be hard to justify driving west on I-30. But no more – get to Don Artemio’s for the fried nopalitos, lengua tacos and deconstructed tres leches.