Dallas Dining
May 21, 2007 | 12:27 pm
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As far as the "rest" of the Stockyards, I've always preferred the White Elephant Saloon over Billy Bobs (go *see* Billy Bobs for the sheer size and mass of it all - but unless a good act is on that Friday or Saturday, skip over to the White Elephant for more of a true honky-tonk feel).
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If you are in the mood for some unique "regional" cuisine, have margaritas at Joe T's (to see what the fuss is about) and then head to Tim Love's Lonesome Dove. His original there in Fort Worth is so successful he just opened a second outpost in New York City.
As far as the "rest" of the Stockyards, I've always preferred the White Elephant Saloon over Billy Bobs (go *see* Billy Bobs for the sheer size and mass of it all - but unless a good act is on that Friday or Saturday, skip over to the White Elephant for more of a true honky-tonk feel).
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If you are in the mood for some unique "regional" cuisine, have margaritas at Joe T's (to see what the fuss is about) and then head to Tim Love's Lonesome Dove. His original there in Fort Worth is so successful he just opened a second outpost in New York City.
A few months back, Tim Love was offered 3x what he could make in a year if he would give up his NYC lease. So, he took the money and shuttered it there.
May 22, 2007 | 6:42 am
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Interesting - I had heard the NYC rumor but his website still listed the NYC location last time I checked so I assumed it was untrue. I'm not a LD regular myself (WE is a different story).
The FW gossip I'm intrigued by, on the other hand, is that Hector (of Hector's on Henderson) has secured a Fort Worth location and is now in talks with his investors about expansion. I talked to Hector about this a couple of weeks and ago and he confirmed that it is true... if they can get the financing and other things worked out, he does plan to open both a northern outpost and one to the west (Fort Worth).
The FW gossip I'm intrigued by, on the other hand, is that Hector (of Hector's on Henderson) has secured a Fort Worth location and is now in talks with his investors about expansion. I talked to Hector about this a couple of weeks and ago and he confirmed that it is true... if they can get the financing and other things worked out, he does plan to open both a northern outpost and one to the west (Fort Worth).
May 24, 2007 | 5:26 pm
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As a longtime friend of Tristan Simon, I made it to The Porch - 2916 N Henderson built where the Barley House once stood.
My review:
the beer was cold
i haven't had dinner there yet, but the macaroni and cheese looked very good
hope this helps
My review:
the beer was cold
i haven't had dinner there yet, but the macaroni and cheese looked very good
hope this helps
May 26, 2007 | 9:34 am
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I wonder if the mac & cheese can hold a candle to the Barleyroni that I miss so much?!
Jul 27, 2007 | 6:36 pm
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I just found this great thread. Love reading everyone's opinions.
Our favorite Tex Mex in Fort Worth is at the Original on Camp Bowie (the refried beans alone are worth the trip).
Also, we love Mia's on Lemmon in Dallas as well as Primo's on McKinney. We've never had a bad meal at Uncle Julio's.
We've had mixed results with Chuy's.
I share techgirl's Kincaid's love.
I haven't tried Pappas Burgers in FW yet, but I've had it in Houston. Terrific if you like a burger that runs down your arm!
Our favorite Tex Mex in Fort Worth is at the Original on Camp Bowie (the refried beans alone are worth the trip).
Also, we love Mia's on Lemmon in Dallas as well as Primo's on McKinney. We've never had a bad meal at Uncle Julio's.
We've had mixed results with Chuy's.
I share techgirl's Kincaid's love.
I haven't tried Pappas Burgers in FW yet, but I've had it in Houston. Terrific if you like a burger that runs down your arm!
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Jul 28, 2007 | 9:31 am
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I'm curious which Julio's location you go to? I live walking distance to the one by the Tollway in Far North Dallas. I recall a decade ago or longer thinking it was some of the best Mex in town. These days, consensus among my neighbors is that it's gotten pretty ordinary and a bit overpriced.
Jul 29, 2007 | 7:54 am
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Jul 29, 2007 | 3:48 pm
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I've not had a bad meal at Los Vaqueros in Fort Worth. Not as good as Esperanzas, but pretty good nonetheless.
As for anyone thinking of trying Esperanza's, be warned that they are more of a Breakfast/Lunch/Brunch place, as they close at 6pm.
As for anyone thinking of trying Esperanza's, be warned that they are more of a Breakfast/Lunch/Brunch place, as they close at 6pm.
Jul 29, 2007 | 5:03 pm
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I'm curious which Julio's location you go to? I live walking distance to the one by the Tollway in Far North Dallas. I recall a decade ago or longer thinking it was some of the best Mex in town. These days, consensus among my neighbors is that it's gotten pretty ordinary and a bit overpriced.
I do find them overpriced on their dinners, but love that you can still order a la carte to get exactly what you like. Or if you don't want to eat an enormous dinner. Not that many places allow that any more.
Sep 7, 2007 | 11:20 pm
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Dim Sum in Dallas?
I'm gonna ask... where in Dallas can I get dim sum? I have looked at Guidelive.com and it wasn't exactly too forthcoming with info.
I've poked around the restaurants on Carrier Parkway in Arlington and found nothing but a bunch of Vietnamese restaurants. I tried Haltom City, and found a lot of Vietnamese restaurants and one excellent Thai restaurant. Poking around in Plano didn't bring many results either.
Thanks in advance!
I've poked around the restaurants on Carrier Parkway in Arlington and found nothing but a bunch of Vietnamese restaurants. I tried Haltom City, and found a lot of Vietnamese restaurants and one excellent Thai restaurant. Poking around in Plano didn't bring many results either.
Thanks in advance!
Sep 8, 2007 | 8:33 am
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To get good dim sum in the Dallas area, you need to drive to DFW airport and hop on a plane to another city. 
Seriously, I've looked - been to a couple of places in Richardson suggested to me, one around Plano, a couple in Arlington. All were BLECH. I've found they are highly touted by folks who have not traveled and actually had DECENT dim sum elsewhere.
If someone finds a place, I'd love to know about it. One of the higher end Chinese restaurants in Addison used to do dim sum on Saturday/Sunday mornings and it was in the decent range... but that was years ago and it went downhill (and now I'm not sure if they do it at all).
Seriously, I've looked - been to a couple of places in Richardson suggested to me, one around Plano, a couple in Arlington. All were BLECH. I've found they are highly touted by folks who have not traveled and actually had DECENT dim sum elsewhere.
If someone finds a place, I'd love to know about it. One of the higher end Chinese restaurants in Addison used to do dim sum on Saturday/Sunday mornings and it was in the decent range... but that was years ago and it went downhill (and now I'm not sure if they do it at all).
Sep 10, 2007 | 11:59 pm
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I'm gonna ask... where in Dallas can I get dim sum? I have looked at Guidelive.com and it wasn't exactly too forthcoming with info.
I've poked around the restaurants on Carrier Parkway in Arlington and found nothing but a bunch of Vietnamese restaurants. I tried Haltom City, and found a lot of Vietnamese restaurants and one excellent Thai restaurant. Poking around in Plano didn't bring many results either.
Thanks in advance!
I've poked around the restaurants on Carrier Parkway in Arlington and found nothing but a bunch of Vietnamese restaurants. I tried Haltom City, and found a lot of Vietnamese restaurants and one excellent Thai restaurant. Poking around in Plano didn't bring many results either.
Thanks in advance!
The one I like to go to is Kirin Court off of 75. Their busy hours are between 11- 1pm so the food is abundant and hot around these times. The other one is Maxim's but I don't think it is as nice although the food is still good- also off of 75. Here are the addresses:
Kirin Court
221 W Polk St (second floor)
Richardson, TX 75081
Phone: (214) 575-8888
Maxim's Restaurant
310 Terrace Drive
Richardson, TX 75081
Be adventurous and try the chicken feet !
Kirin Court
221 W Polk St (second floor)
Richardson, TX 75081
Phone: (214) 575-8888
Maxim's Restaurant
310 Terrace Drive
Richardson, TX 75081
Be adventurous and try the chicken feet !
Sep 12, 2007 | 4:01 pm
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Kirin Court is very good. I like it better than Maxim's but only because of crowds.
I'm surprised nobody has mentioned Arc-en-Ciel in Garland. ^
I'm surprised nobody has mentioned Arc-en-Ciel in Garland. ^