Neighborhood Dining
This is a fabulous Italian market just a few blocks from the Air BNB. You’ll be amazed by the great selection of Italian groceries and wines, but the hidden gem is at the meat counter. The selection of sandwiches can be ordered to-go or enjoyed at the store itself. The options are all superb, but stand outs include the enormous muffaletta sandwich (I dare you to try to finish an 9’’), the equally enormous prosciutto panini, and the homemade Italian sausage topped with sweet peppers and onions.
77 locals recommend
Jimmy's Food Store
4901 Bryan StThis is a fabulous Italian market just a few blocks from the Air BNB. You’ll be amazed by the great selection of Italian groceries and wines, but the hidden gem is at the meat counter. The selection of sandwiches can be ordered to-go or enjoyed at the store itself. The options are all superb, but stand outs include the enormous muffaletta sandwich (I dare you to try to finish an 9’’), the equally enormous prosciutto panini, and the homemade Italian sausage topped with sweet peppers and onions.
Walk just a few blocks to quality local fare with a beautiful patio.
Garden Café lives up to the name as you can eat outside next to the garden where many of the vegetables from the kitchen are grown. It's been a popular neighborhood breakfast/brunch spot for years - they've just expanded and are now open for lunch/dinner. Open Thursday - Saturday 10a-10p and Sunday 10a-3pm.
Take a Sunday morning stroll up for brunch. It's worth it! - It gets busy, so I'd recommend booking first on OpenTable.
48 locals recommend
Garden Cafe
5310 Junius StWalk just a few blocks to quality local fare with a beautiful patio.
Garden Café lives up to the name as you can eat outside next to the garden where many of the vegetables from the kitchen are grown. It's been a popular neighborhood breakfast/brunch spot for years - they've just expanded and are now open for lunch/dinner. Open Thursday - Saturday 10a-10p and Sunday 10a-3pm.
Take a Sunday morning stroll up for brunch. It's worth it! - It gets busy, so I'd recommend booking first on OpenTable.
Mai’s just underwent a renovation, but the menu is still an array of outstanding Vietnamese food. You’ve got plenty of options, but the classic Chicken Clay Pot is still a unbeatable choice. Open for lunch and dinner, you can get in and out without breaking the bank.
Mai's Restaurant Authentic Vietnamese Cuisine
4812 Bryan StMai’s just underwent a renovation, but the menu is still an array of outstanding Vietnamese food. You’ve got plenty of options, but the classic Chicken Clay Pot is still a unbeatable choice. Open for lunch and dinner, you can get in and out without breaking the bank.
Located just across the street from Mai’s, Sakhuu has made a name for itself thanks to their stuffed chicken wings. Their curries are especially tasty and can be ordered at varying heat levels, and you can always bring in your favorite drinks because the restaurant is BYOB.
Sakhuu Thai Restaurant (Dallas Location)
4801 Bryan StLocated just across the street from Mai’s, Sakhuu has made a name for itself thanks to their stuffed chicken wings. Their curries are especially tasty and can be ordered at varying heat levels, and you can always bring in your favorite drinks because the restaurant is BYOB.
Breakfast burritos. They’ve got ‘em and they are loaded with goodness. But be warned . . . they are anything but small! For full enjoyment, dine in so you don’t risk a cold burrito.
La Victoria
1605 North Haskell AvenueBreakfast burritos. They’ve got ‘em and they are loaded with goodness. But be warned . . . they are anything but small! For full enjoyment, dine in so you don’t risk a cold burrito.
At the end of the street, this authentic spot has great Mexican food from 8 am to 8 pm. You could always order tacos but why not order the dish that they named the restaurant after?! The tortas here are massive and are less than $10 each.
Aca Las Tortas
4420 Worth StreetAt the end of the street, this authentic spot has great Mexican food from 8 am to 8 pm. You could always order tacos but why not order the dish that they named the restaurant after?! The tortas here are massive and are less than $10 each.
Dallas Restaurants - Some of the Best
Highlights: Baked Oysters, Fried Castelvetrano Olives, Pappardelle, Duck Fried Rice
58 locals recommend
Gemma
2323 N Henderson AveHighlights: Baked Oysters, Fried Castelvetrano Olives, Pappardelle, Duck Fried Rice
E Bar Tex-Mex
1901 N Haskell Ave.Highlights: Enchiladas, Fajitas, Queso, Margaritas
Vegetarian restaurant in Hare Krishna Temple. Great patio dining with fresh daily buffet
31 locals recommend
Kalachandji's
5430 Gurley AveVegetarian restaurant in Hare Krishna Temple. Great patio dining with fresh daily buffet
This Deep Ellum spot has a great selection of local beers and has amazing burgers.
36 locals recommend
Braindead Brewing
2625 MainThis Deep Ellum spot has a great selection of local beers and has amazing burgers.
Louie's
1839 N Henderson AveCash only spot. Some of the best pizza in town.
Mot Hai Ba
6047 Lewis StHighlights: Sizzling Cake, Pho, Roasted Halibut
Sandwich Hag
1902 Botham Jean BlvdHighlights: Bahn Mi, Curries, Salads
Show up early to get in line. Brisket here is some of the best in Texas. In heart of Deep Ellum.
255 locals recommend
Pecan Lodge
2702 MainShow up early to get in line. Brisket here is some of the best in Texas. In heart of Deep Ellum.
Rapscallion
2023 Greenville AveHighlights: The Long Walk to Nashville Chicken, Oysters, Pork Chop
Some of the best street tacos in town. Campechano & Carnitas are exceptional.
9 locals recommend
El Come Taco
2513 N Fitzhugh AveSome of the best street tacos in town. Campechano & Carnitas are exceptional.
Highlights: Meatball Sandwich, Any of the Pizzas (order the Honey Bastard off menu)
40 locals recommend
Cane Rosso
7328 Gaston AveHighlights: Meatball Sandwich, Any of the Pizzas (order the Honey Bastard off menu)
The best ramen in the city. Don’t miss out on the gyoza and other great small plates.
Hinodeya Ramen Bar
2023 Greenville AveThe best ramen in the city. Don’t miss out on the gyoza and other great small plates.
Local Attractions
Located just off downtown, this incredible interactive museum is great for children and adults. Each quarter, there is a weekend evening event just for adults. Definitely a top choice!
727 locals recommend
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
2201 N Field StLocated just off downtown, this incredible interactive museum is great for children and adults. Each quarter, there is a weekend evening event just for adults. Definitely a top choice!
This park is a wonderful oasis that literally bridges the gap between Uptown Dallas and Downtown. Enjoy a beautiful afternoon playing ping pong or shuffleboard, eating at the collection of food trucks, and borrowing a book from the on-site library.
884 locals recommend
Klyde Warren Park
2012 Woodall Rodgers FwyThis park is a wonderful oasis that literally bridges the gap between Uptown Dallas and Downtown. Enjoy a beautiful afternoon playing ping pong or shuffleboard, eating at the collection of food trucks, and borrowing a book from the on-site library.
Learn about the Kennedy Assassination and meet conspiracy theorists downstairs on the Grassy Knoll.
421 locals recommend
The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza
411 Elm StLearn about the Kennedy Assassination and meet conspiracy theorists downstairs on the Grassy Knoll.
One of the most gorgeous spots in the city. Acres of expertly maintained gardens on the edge of White Rock Lake. The staff continually changes the gardens to fit the season and their Spring Thursday night concert series is always full of fun cover bands.
710 locals recommend
The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
8525 Garland RdOne of the most gorgeous spots in the city. Acres of expertly maintained gardens on the edge of White Rock Lake. The staff continually changes the gardens to fit the season and their Spring Thursday night concert series is always full of fun cover bands.
Located on the edge of the lovely SMU campus, this is a great spot to learn about 43 and his presidency. The museum always has special exhibits for an additional cost.
130 locals recommend
George W. Bush Presidential Center
2943 SMU BoulevardLocated on the edge of the lovely SMU campus, this is a great spot to learn about 43 and his presidency. The museum always has special exhibits for an additional cost.
This is the place to be every Fall for the world famous Texas State Fair. The Cotton Bowl is always full of excitement in early October for the annual Red River Showdown - Texas/OU game.
66 locals recommend
Fair Park
This is the place to be every Fall for the world famous Texas State Fair. The Cotton Bowl is always full of excitement in early October for the annual Red River Showdown - Texas/OU game.
One of the best places to see a movie, Alamo combines a laid back atmosphere with first run movies and special cult-movie nights. The bar upstairs has a great selection of local beers and the rooftop patio has one of the best views of the Dallas skyline.
119 locals recommend
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema
1005 S Lamar StOne of the best places to see a movie, Alamo combines a laid back atmosphere with first run movies and special cult-movie nights. The bar upstairs has a great selection of local beers and the rooftop patio has one of the best views of the Dallas skyline.
Neighborhoods
The Dallas Arts District includes three distinct museums for those who love visual art. The Dallas Museum of Art has a vast collection which is free to the public and has regular special exhibits for an additional charge. The Crow Collection focuses on Asian Art and also has free admission. The Nasher Sculpture Center does require admission, but often has free days. All three have outdoor exhibits, so it’s a special treat to experience them on a beautiful Dallas weather day.
170 locals recommend
Arts District
The Dallas Arts District includes three distinct museums for those who love visual art. The Dallas Museum of Art has a vast collection which is free to the public and has regular special exhibits for an additional charge. The Crow Collection focuses on Asian Art and also has free admission. The Nasher Sculpture Center does require admission, but often has free days. All three have outdoor exhibits, so it’s a special treat to experience them on a beautiful Dallas weather day.
Shopping
The oldest open air mall in the country, this is where the Dallas elites go to shop. Very high end retail and shops fill the spaces, so if you don’t want to drop too much cash, just stop by the patio at Royal Blue Grocery and get some people watching in.
100 locals recommend
Highland Park Village
47 Highland Park VillageThe oldest open air mall in the country, this is where the Dallas elites go to shop. Very high end retail and shops fill the spaces, so if you don’t want to drop too much cash, just stop by the patio at Royal Blue Grocery and get some people watching in.
This massive mall has just about everything you’d want. Amazing cross section of shops and restaurants are complimented by sculptures from the Nasher Sculpture Center’s collection.
597 locals recommend
NorthPark Center
8687 N US 75-Central Expy 1000This massive mall has just about everything you’d want. Amazing cross section of shops and restaurants are complimented by sculptures from the Nasher Sculpture Center’s collection.
Get Outside
Need a day at the pool? Locals know that this is the spot to go. The FOE is tucked back in a quiet neighborhood and provides a massive swimming pool, tons of shade to layout, a volleyball court, and a full, cash bar. The entry fee changes, but is never over $10 for adults. Great hangout to meet new Dallas friends.
20 locals recommend
Fraternal Order of Eagles
8500 Arturo DrNeed a day at the pool? Locals know that this is the spot to go. The FOE is tucked back in a quiet neighborhood and provides a massive swimming pool, tons of shade to layout, a volleyball court, and a full, cash bar. The entry fee changes, but is never over $10 for adults. Great hangout to meet new Dallas friends.
This new trail connects Deep Ellum to White Rock Lake. You can jump on the trail at the Fitzhugh and Santa Fe and choose which direction to go.
Santa Fe Trail
Santa Fe TrailThis new trail connects Deep Ellum to White Rock Lake. You can jump on the trail at the Fitzhugh and Santa Fe and choose which direction to go.
Bike, Run, Rollerblade, or even rent a sailboat or kayak. A popular spot for locals who enjoy some lake time with over 9 miles of trails and paths.
502 locals recommend
White Rock Lake
2810 White Rock RdBike, Run, Rollerblade, or even rent a sailboat or kayak. A popular spot for locals who enjoy some lake time with over 9 miles of trails and paths.
Nearby Hospitals/Pharmacies
Baylor University Medical Center at Dallas: Emergency Room
3305 Worth StClosest Emergency Room
HealthCareClinics
5315 Ross AveWalgreens
1306 N Beckley AveCVS
1411 Main