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Restaurants

Standing Her Ground at Cafe Madrid

By Lauren Drewes DanielsOctober 29, 2025

Real estate investors have been circling Cafe Madrid hoping to turn it into a luxury high-rise. But not even a tech-bro can afford it.

Amy Broad at JD's Chippery
Shops & Markets

1.5 Million Cookies and a Viral Diet Coke: JD’s Chippery Is a Growing Family Legacy

By Lauren Drewes DanielsOctober 28, 2025

With a new location at Preston and Royal, JD’s Chippery is a cookie spot you should get familiar with.

Restaurants

El Califa de Leon Adruptly Pulls Plug on Dallas Taco Pop-Up Due to ‘Unmet Standards’

By Aaren ProdyOctober 21, 2025

We’ve got our own great tacos, anyway.

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Chef Tiffany Derry in front of ShefFW sign
Shops & Markets

Chef Tiffany Derry’s Shef F&W Festival Is the Most Essential Foodie Event This Fall

By Lauren Drewes DanielsOctober 20, 2025

Ever cried over a paper plate of food at a food festival in Grand Prairie? Well, show up and find out.

Ciggie Machine at Mike's Gemini Twin
Bars & Breweries

Where the Booze is Cheap and the Walls Talk: Dallas’ Top Dive Bars

By Aaren ProdyOctober 15, 2025

Family in town and need a strong drink in a dark bar? Sames.

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Restaurants

The 15 Best Pizza Spots in Dallas

By Angie Quebedeaux and OthersOctober 8, 2025

When it comes to pizza, Dallas just about has it all.

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Restaurants

This Buy-Two-Get-One-Free Sushi Deal in Sunnyvale Is Easy Money

By Sean StroudOctober 6, 2025

This small sushi spot doesn’t just boast great prices, the food is good, too.

Peking Duck Tacos at Dragon Casa
Restaurants

Taste Tested: Peking Duck Tacos at Dragon Casa

By Hank VaughnOctober 6, 2025

This sister concept to Dragon House in Far North Dallas is a Chinese-Mexican fusion spot with tasty Peking Duck tacos.

patacon sandwich at burnt bbq
Restaurants

A Dallas Barbecue Joint Has a Secret Venezuelan Menu

By Simon PruittOctober 3, 2025

At Burnt BBQ and Tacos, a Venezuelan kitchen staff has quietly put together a delicious taste of South American flavors.

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cheesesteak sandwich from Cheesesteak House
Restaurants

18 Insanely Good Dallas Meals for $10 or Less

By Angie Quebedeaux and OthersSeptember 30, 2025

We’ve found bowls of pho, cheesesteaks and burgers better than they have any business being at these prices.

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