West End reboot hammered by city’s delays
In 1928, moving a river to save the West End took two years. A convention center remodel will take five. For restauratuers,
that’s a lifetime.
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End of an era: Pizza Hut’s private equity sale marks the fall of a North Texas empire
So does this mean no more personal pan pizzas for reading over the summer?
Will the World Cup be the summer hit restaurants were promised? So far, it’s a shrug
A confluence of events, including inflation, gas prices and foreign policy, have some restaurant owners skeptical
, at best.
In memory of Neiman Marcus
The 112-year-old downtown Dallas department store will shutter Sept. 30, for good this time. Rest in peace.
‘It’s a fear for me on a daily basis’: Texas BBQ gets Good Morning America spotlight
You know it’s bad when the cost of a brisket sandwich in Texas is national news.
Receipts: Data shows the impact the Stars, Mavs have on restaurants and bars near the AAC
We pulled the liquor sales for places surrounding the AAC for when the Mavs and Stars are playing, versus when they aren’t. Ouch.
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Hey, Dallas restaurant owners: the IRS might owe you a COVID-era refund
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.
‘Nothing makes any sense’: survey reveals the struggle for restaurants, fuel surcharges
Survey says! While meals cost more, restaurant are making less money. And consumers are driving less and eating out less.
A Dummy’s Guide to Dallas’ Budget Problems
Navigating the financial discussions of a major city can be confusing. Here’s what you need to know, including how Ozempic is involved.
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How Reasonable Can Home Buying Here Be if Dallas Has an Affordable Housing Crisis?
A new study says Big D is one of the most affordable cities to buy a home in the U.S. We wonder what that really means.
Immigration Declines Hurting Texas Job Growth, Dallas Fed Forecast Shows
Dallas was the lone major metropolitan area in the state to see job growth with a meager 0.1% increase in February, the Fed report found.
Death by Delivery: Why Your Dinner Habit Is Starving Dallas Kitchens
Our love of delivery apps and cheap meals is pounding small restaurants. Two Dallas operators are making it work.
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Kinky? In This Economy?
When the prices of things like gas and groceries feel ball-crushing as is, kink becomes a modern luxury.
DoorDash Grandma doesn’t need to save 4 cents on taxes, she needs a living wage
As North Texas rents skyrocket, viral ‘heartwarming’ stories of working seniors are starting to look a lot more like horror stories.
This Spring, Keep the Dallas Observer Blossoming
Become a member this month and help us grow.
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The World Cup Price Surge: Why Dallas Diners Might Pay More This Summer
Locals might be in for a shock this summer when dinner out or delivery suddenly costs more.
Paying at the Pump: Stacking Dallas Gas Prices Up Against Others in Texas, the US
Lots of reports say the same thing: we’re paying too much for gas.
This Dallas Suburb Named One of the Best Places To Live in US (Again)
One survey praises the city’s schools, jobs and diversity, placing the city high on its list of best cities to live in.
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A $2 Billion Soccer Wave Is About to Hit Dallas. Is Your Restaurant Ready?
We spoke with a hospitality expert about what restaurants should be thinking about ahead of the World Cup matches this summer.
These 3 Dallas Suburbs Among the Top ‘Small Cities for Big Jobs’ in America
Opportunities, a higher quality of life and affordable childcare await job seekers in these North Texas locales.
No, I’m Not Tipping You for Handing Me a Tablet. Survey Says: Americans Are Tipped Over
Requesting tips for to-go orders raise a great question: why are we being asked to tip a to-go order?
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This Dallas Neighborhood is the Gen Z Migration Capital of Texas
While one Big D ZIP code welcomes a bunch of Gen Zers, a suburb north of town has seen a ton of them leave recently.