Guidebook for Dallas

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Guidebook for Dallas

Food Scene

BYOB, excellent food and great service.
Ginger Thai Restaurant
6434 E Mockingbird Ln
BYOB, excellent food and great service.
Italian gelato at it's finest with the most eclectic menu of flavors. Treat yourself after an afternoon run.
13 locals recommend
Paciugo
2115 Abrams Rd
13 locals recommend
Italian gelato at it's finest with the most eclectic menu of flavors. Treat yourself after an afternoon run.
Not your standard Tex-Mex restaurant but rather a yummy blend of Oaxaca and Pueblo inspired cuisine.
67 locals recommend
Meso Maya Comida Y Copas
4123 Abrams Rd
67 locals recommend
Not your standard Tex-Mex restaurant but rather a yummy blend of Oaxaca and Pueblo inspired cuisine.
Looking for healthy, mostly organic, prepared meals and snacks on the run? Then check out Snap Kitchen at the corner of Skillman and Mockingbird,which offers a daily rotating selection with several items for special diets such as gluten free, vegan, paleo, and the likes. Favorites include Grass Fed Sloppy Joe's over Sweet Potatoes, Red Curry Butternut Squash Soup or their "Devily" eggs made with hummus instead of mayo. Several locally made items such as Hail Merry's grain free tarts, Holy Kombucha and their own granola - traditional and paleo.
8 locals recommend
Snap Kitchen
4164 N US 75-Central Expy 1000
8 locals recommend
Looking for healthy, mostly organic, prepared meals and snacks on the run? Then check out Snap Kitchen at the corner of Skillman and Mockingbird,which offers a daily rotating selection with several items for special diets such as gluten free, vegan, paleo, and the likes. Favorites include Grass Fed Sloppy Joe's over Sweet Potatoes, Red Curry Butternut Squash Soup or their "Devily" eggs made with hummus instead of mayo. Several locally made items such as Hail Merry's grain free tarts, Holy Kombucha and their own granola - traditional and paleo.
Gluten free, vegan and paleo bakery that tastes amazing!
8 locals recommend
Unrefined Bakery
6464 E NW Hwy
8 locals recommend
Gluten free, vegan and paleo bakery that tastes amazing!
Far better than Starbucks across the street also because it's a drive thru!
10 locals recommend
White Rock Coffee Express
4216 Abrams Rd
10 locals recommend
Far better than Starbucks across the street also because it's a drive thru!
Located in strip center (next to Thai Ginger) They delivery pizza, pasta, sandwiches, entrees and stromboli. Great lunch specials that run till 4:00 PM.
Lovers Pizza & Pasta
6434 E Mockingbird Ln
Located in strip center (next to Thai Ginger) They delivery pizza, pasta, sandwiches, entrees and stromboli. Great lunch specials that run till 4:00 PM.
Austin establishment with two locations in Dallas. Also serves beer and wine in evenings.
62 locals recommend
Houndstooth Coffee
1900 N Henderson Ave
62 locals recommend
Austin establishment with two locations in Dallas. Also serves beer and wine in evenings.
Don't let the name scare you away from made to order, ground onsite, hand-formed beef, chicken, turkey and veggie burgers. An array of gourmet toppings as well as different bun selections make this Dallas branch of a Fort Worth original, a popular hangout. Sit outside on nice days and watch runners and walkers along the trail or stay inside and play "washers". But be warned, the appetizers are large and the frozen Moontang carries a punch, so plan accordingly.
60 locals recommend
Rodeo Goat
1926 Market Center Blvd
60 locals recommend
Don't let the name scare you away from made to order, ground onsite, hand-formed beef, chicken, turkey and veggie burgers. An array of gourmet toppings as well as different bun selections make this Dallas branch of a Fort Worth original, a popular hangout. Sit outside on nice days and watch runners and walkers along the trail or stay inside and play "washers". But be warned, the appetizers are large and the frozen Moontang carries a punch, so plan accordingly.
(DoorDash Deliver's & Menus are in the back of the House Guide) Dallas' Dream Cafe was on the forefront of healthy eating and one of the first to show steak and potatoes Dallasites that vegans and vegetarians could co-exist alongside carnivores. With everything from burgers, to salads, chicken enchiladas and tofu scrambles, to the now famous, made on site cinnamon buns and popovers with fresh strawberry butter, guacamole, dressings and soups, Dream Cafe has something for everyone. They also have daily Happy Hour on local craft beers and wines, along with fresh squeezed juices, hot tea and frothy cappuccino's.
37 locals recommend
Dream Cafe
2808 McKinney Ave
37 locals recommend
(DoorDash Deliver's & Menus are in the back of the House Guide) Dallas' Dream Cafe was on the forefront of healthy eating and one of the first to show steak and potatoes Dallasites that vegans and vegetarians could co-exist alongside carnivores. With everything from burgers, to salads, chicken enchiladas and tofu scrambles, to the now famous, made on site cinnamon buns and popovers with fresh strawberry butter, guacamole, dressings and soups, Dream Cafe has something for everyone. They also have daily Happy Hour on local craft beers and wines, along with fresh squeezed juices, hot tea and frothy cappuccino's.

Parks & Nature

We are runners and bikers. It's our favorite spot in the metroplex and why we live in this neighborhood!
503 locals recommend
White Rock Lake
2810 White Rock Rd
503 locals recommend
We are runners and bikers. It's our favorite spot in the metroplex and why we live in this neighborhood!
A shining example of Dallas' urban resurgence, this park is planned green space, built over a freeway to allow pedestrians access from Uptown to the Dallas Arts District. Sculptures, a Children's Park, patio restaurants, historic cathedrals, museums, a food truck park, fountains, live music and the amazing Dallas skyline, capture the essence of what it means to be a Dallasite in the 21st century.
884 locals recommend
Klyde Warren Park
2012 Woodall Rodgers Fwy
884 locals recommend
A shining example of Dallas' urban resurgence, this park is planned green space, built over a freeway to allow pedestrians access from Uptown to the Dallas Arts District. Sculptures, a Children's Park, patio restaurants, historic cathedrals, museums, a food truck park, fountains, live music and the amazing Dallas skyline, capture the essence of what it means to be a Dallasite in the 21st century.

Drinks & Nightlife

A 5-minute walk to fabulous local wine haunt, voted one of the top Dallas wine bars, two years running. European design, with fireplace and staffed with warm and knowledgeable people, who are eager to please and in no way stuffy or snobby.
Bodega Wine Bar
6434 E Mockingbird Ln
A 5-minute walk to fabulous local wine haunt, voted one of the top Dallas wine bars, two years running. European design, with fireplace and staffed with warm and knowledgeable people, who are eager to please and in no way stuffy or snobby.
Located in Mockingbird Station on the upper level near Angelika Theatre, this Irish pub and restaurant is a great place for drinks, refined Irish fare, live music Saturday & Sundays and early morning rugby broadcasts! Looking for something to do on a quiet Sunday night? Stop by for their pub trivia night and make some new friends.
11 locals recommend
Trinity Hall Irish Pub & Restaurant
5321 E Mockingbird Ln
11 locals recommend
Located in Mockingbird Station on the upper level near Angelika Theatre, this Irish pub and restaurant is a great place for drinks, refined Irish fare, live music Saturday & Sundays and early morning rugby broadcasts! Looking for something to do on a quiet Sunday night? Stop by for their pub trivia night and make some new friends.
A music venue, restaurant and bar, it's called the rustic because it has an outdoor stage with picnic tables and sliding glass doors to separate interior from exterior areas, though the burgers are surprisingly good. Be prepared for crowds when SMU is in session.
220 locals recommend
The Rustic
3656 Howell St
220 locals recommend
A music venue, restaurant and bar, it's called the rustic because it has an outdoor stage with picnic tables and sliding glass doors to separate interior from exterior areas, though the burgers are surprisingly good. Be prepared for crowds when SMU is in session.
You can run the trail that runs along the property's edge, then stop at the Ice House to quench your thirst. Dog friendly with shade trees and BBQ, the crowd runs on the younger end.
286 locals recommend
Katy Trail
Katy Trail
286 locals recommend
You can run the trail that runs along the property's edge, then stop at the Ice House to quench your thirst. Dog friendly with shade trees and BBQ, the crowd runs on the younger end.

Arts & Culture

790 locals recommend
Dallas Museum of Art
1717 N Harwood St
790 locals recommend
With pristine interior galleries, lush outdoor galleries and a fabulous cafe, the Nasher includes some of the lesser known/seen sculptures from Matisse and Miro as well as contemporary and classic pieces. A favorite during the quieter weekday visits or late brunch on weekends.
240 locals recommend
Nasher Sculpture Center
2001 Flora St
240 locals recommend
With pristine interior galleries, lush outdoor galleries and a fabulous cafe, the Nasher includes some of the lesser known/seen sculptures from Matisse and Miro as well as contemporary and classic pieces. A favorite during the quieter weekday visits or late brunch on weekends.
Newest addition to the arts district downtown. Order tickets in advance as weekend lines can get long.
727 locals recommend
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
2201 N Field St
727 locals recommend
Newest addition to the arts district downtown. Order tickets in advance as weekend lines can get long.

Shopping

An eclectic blend of shops, services, restaurants and bars along with Angelika Film Center showing independent and art-house movies next to full and limited release.
96 locals recommend
Mockingbird Station
5307 E Mockingbird Ln
96 locals recommend
An eclectic blend of shops, services, restaurants and bars along with Angelika Film Center showing independent and art-house movies next to full and limited release.
Depending on who you ask, NorthPark was the 1st enclosed mall in the U.S. While it's status is debated, no one can contest that it is the largest in the metroplex by leased square footage and is the premier shopping destination for luxury retailers, high end design, art and fashion . TIP: Save time looking for a parking space by using the valet located at the SE corner of the center, eat lunch and have one of the restaurants validate for you.
597 locals recommend
NorthPark Center
8687 N US 75-Central Expy 1000
597 locals recommend
Depending on who you ask, NorthPark was the 1st enclosed mall in the U.S. While it's status is debated, no one can contest that it is the largest in the metroplex by leased square footage and is the premier shopping destination for luxury retailers, high end design, art and fashion . TIP: Save time looking for a parking space by using the valet located at the SE corner of the center, eat lunch and have one of the restaurants validate for you.
http://www.bishopartsdistrict.com/shops-and-services Located in historic Oak Cliff, south of downtown, the Bishop Arts District is one of the most eclectic neighborhoods in Dallas that focuses on locally owned and made gifts, clothing, galleries and artisanal fare along with fantastic venues for live music such as the historic, restored Kessler Theatre. The streets are narrow with limited parking so look for the valet on Bishop between 7th and 8th. Recommended restaurants include Hattie's, Lockhart's BBQ and Lucia's, though reservations run month's in advance due to 10 table dining room. Better yet, get the burger at Boulevardier.
521 locals recommend
Bishop Arts District
414 W Davis St
521 locals recommend
http://www.bishopartsdistrict.com/shops-and-services Located in historic Oak Cliff, south of downtown, the Bishop Arts District is one of the most eclectic neighborhoods in Dallas that focuses on locally owned and made gifts, clothing, galleries and artisanal fare along with fantastic venues for live music such as the historic, restored Kessler Theatre. The streets are narrow with limited parking so look for the valet on Bishop between 7th and 8th. Recommended restaurants include Hattie's, Lockhart's BBQ and Lucia's, though reservations run month's in advance due to 10 table dining room. Better yet, get the burger at Boulevardier.

Essentials

Austin original for organic, eco and ethically sourced produce, dairy and meats.
289 locals recommend
Whole Foods Market
2510 McKinney Ave
289 locals recommend
Austin original for organic, eco and ethically sourced produce, dairy and meats.
More than a grocery store, it's a 3rd generation Italian bakery, deli, pizzeria, wine shop and so much more! Excellent sandwiches made to order and the best cannolli in town. When the weather is nice, get there early to snag a sidewalk table, buy a bottle of wine and watch an eclectic Dallas neighborhood as they walk, ride and stroll to one of the oldest specialty markets in Dallas.
77 locals recommend
Jimmy's Food Store
4901 Bryan St
77 locals recommend
More than a grocery store, it's a 3rd generation Italian bakery, deli, pizzeria, wine shop and so much more! Excellent sandwiches made to order and the best cannolli in town. When the weather is nice, get there early to snag a sidewalk table, buy a bottle of wine and watch an eclectic Dallas neighborhood as they walk, ride and stroll to one of the oldest specialty markets in Dallas.
Inexpensive, strip center nail spa. Clean, quick and you don't have to make an appointment.
Oscar Nail Bar
6316 E Mockingbird Ln
Inexpensive, strip center nail spa. Clean, quick and you don't have to make an appointment.

Entertainment & Activities

Avoid the mega plex and enjoy REAL butter on your popcorn or sit at the art deco-ish bar and convo with some of the friendliest bartenders around (Bar is located on second level). Located in heart of the West Village, enjoy the free parking while you stroll around looking for a post cinema dinner at the endless array of restaurants.
75 locals recommend
Landmark's Magnolia Theatre
3699 McKinney Ave
75 locals recommend
Avoid the mega plex and enjoy REAL butter on your popcorn or sit at the art deco-ish bar and convo with some of the friendliest bartenders around (Bar is located on second level). Located in heart of the West Village, enjoy the free parking while you stroll around looking for a post cinema dinner at the endless array of restaurants.
You don't have to be a golfer or even like golf to enjoy this international sports chain. Created for year round enjoyment it's a game built around a multilevel practice range. Above average sports bar food with music, outdoor heaters, fans and A/C for hot Dallas summers.
178 locals recommend
Topgolf
8787 Park Ln
178 locals recommend
You don't have to be a golfer or even like golf to enjoy this international sports chain. Created for year round enjoyment it's a game built around a multilevel practice range. Above average sports bar food with music, outdoor heaters, fans and A/C for hot Dallas summers.
Squeezed into the corner of a two level strip center, this 30+ year, intimate theater offers locally produced casual comedies, melodramas and musicals that emphasize audience participation. Be prepared to throw popcorn, yell at the actors or sing a long. Day and early evening shows are family friendly. Late night performances after 10 PM are usually more adult orientated due to language and costumes.
7 locals recommend
Pocket Sandwich Theater
1104 E Mockingbird Ln
7 locals recommend
Squeezed into the corner of a two level strip center, this 30+ year, intimate theater offers locally produced casual comedies, melodramas and musicals that emphasize audience participation. Be prepared to throw popcorn, yell at the actors or sing a long. Day and early evening shows are family friendly. Late night performances after 10 PM are usually more adult orientated due to language and costumes.