Dallas, Texas | The List
Dallas, Texas | The List
Miekala Figueroa
A local's guide to all things Dallas, Texas. Includes restaurants and bars, things to see and do, places to shop, and places to stay. This guide is constantly being updated.
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To Eat & Drink —
Breakfast, Brunch & Coffee
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Wayward Coffee Co
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One of my favorite coffee spots in the Oak Cliff area. Really great coffee and atmosphere.
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Shug's Bagels
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Looking for a breakfast bagel in Dallas? This is not the only choice, but it’s the best one. The classic spicy shug or even one of their cutlets are to die for after a late night. Order the night before or morning of to beat the lines. Also open late until 2AM.
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LDU Coffee To Go
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Favorite coffee spot. Great staff and servic. Super potent and delicious coffee.
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Village Baking Co Boulangerie - Greenville
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Favorite pastries in East Dallas! They always have a huge selection. They also have fresh bread, sandwiches, and coffee.
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Carte Blanche
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A fine dining restaurant, but I love coming here in the morning for their pastries.
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Garden Cafe
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Sweet neighborhood breakfast spot. Eat in the garden and say hi to the chickens! Also open for dinner and their cauliflower steak is one of my favorite dishes in the city.
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Xaman Cafe
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Great little cafe to grab some breakfast or lunch at. Come back in the evening and check out their tucked away bar call Ayahuasca Cantina.
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The French Room
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Grab your gals and enjoy some tea in this stunning space. Definitely pricey but such a fun and unique activity in Dallas.
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Kuluntu Bakery
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James Beard award nominee! Incredible bakery focused on high quality ingredients and community. Check their website for their next community bake or local pickup!
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Lunch & Dinner
Sister Restaurant
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Really great balance of ambiance and quality of food. Dishes are incredible and really love their roasted carrots the most.
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Mot Hai Ba
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The coziest little joint you’ll find in Dallas. I could eat the garlic noodles and crispy rice cake forever and never get sick of them. Great wine list and delicious cocktails. The staff and service is incredible. A Dallas gem.
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Beverley's Bistro & Bar
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Looove love love this spot. Great date night or birthday spot, but I also love sitting at the bar with a glass of wine and a book. The food is incredible! Beautiful place. Be prepared for valet and very limited street parking.
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Loro
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Asian barbecue! A unique spot in this area, lots of seating, friendly staff, great drinks, and even better food. The potatoes are a must. There’s something for everyone.
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Wabi House
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Favorite ramen in the city of Dallas. Great spot for a date, birthday, or casual hang with friends. You really can’t go wrong with anything on the menu.
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Petra and the Beast
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A hidden gem in Dallas. Amazing food, BYOB. Come for a la carte dishes or make a reservation for a Saturday tasting menu!
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Sassetta
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Recently moved to the downtown area, this place has some great food and amazing atmosphere.
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Lucia
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One of the best in Dallas and a James Beard nominee. Grab any reservation you might be lucky enough to find. Incredible and filling dishes. It's hard to pick a favorite.
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Lounge Here
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Not my favorite food in town, but you're coming here for the atmosphere and the drinks. This place is tucked away close to one of my favorite record shops. Look for the sign with the desert imagery.
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Taqueria La Ventana
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Great spot to grab a bite close to downtown! Great tacos and love the churros!
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Jimmy's Food Store
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A neighborhood staple. All the italian goods you could possibly need. Fresh produce, sweets, the best cannolis, incredible deli counter, amazing selection of cheeses and olive oil, etc. Highly recommend their frozen cookies or lasagna. My favorite place to grab a sandwich in town. Amazing wine selection as well.
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INVASION
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Fresh take on fast food. Best chicken sandwiches in the city, hands down. Drool-worthy potatoes and brussels sprouts, but you gotta get the Cardi or Cardi B. Staff is super friendly and amazing.
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Mami Coco
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The best barbacoa tacos in Dallas. There's two locations in Dallas and both are excellent.
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VAQUEROS TEXAS BAR-B-Q
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If you're looking for BBQ, this is the spot. Not exactly in Dallas, but it's worth the drive. My absolute favorite BBQ in the metroplex. Be prepared for a line.
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Bars & Nightlife
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Double D's Bar
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When I feel like dancing but don't want to go to a club, this is where you'll find me. Retro vibes, always have a DJ every night, neon, couches, a pool table, and a disco ball. I always have a blast here.
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Jettison
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Best cocktails in the city. These drinks are truly a craft and made with so much love and care. Intimate but beautiful space.
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Las Almas Rotas
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A must. Incredible mezcal and tequila selection. Staff is very knowledgable and friendly. Super great food as well. A staple!
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Cosmo's
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From the outside it's unsuspecting in a shopping strip outside a quiet neighborhood. Inside is an eclectic hidden gem with some of the best oxtail pho you'll ever have. The staff and service is amazing here. Really love this bar around Christmas time.
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Vector Brewing
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Some of the best beer in town. Really great, interesting brews and a cozy spot. They also have some stellar pizza and bites! My husband and I love to sit on the patio. If you like trivia, this is an A+ spot.
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The Wild Detectives
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Part coffee shop, part bar, part book shop. Really unique space and they have one of the best backyards/patios. Love coming here with friends or solo with a book.
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Le Sol House
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Fun social house with events like movie nights, natural wine tastings, parties, and more. Check their website for upcoming events.
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Shop, See, & Do —
Shops
Go Easy: Smoke n Snack
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A hip femme-leaning smoke shop with wellness items and a fridge of amazing non-alcoholic and CBD drinks.
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Rare Heart Vintage
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Excellent vintage shop. Can be a little pricey but everything is priced fairly. Shop owner is super sweet.
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Forty Five Ten
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A must visit. Definitely higher end shopping, but they have such a unique and exciting collection of brands and designers. Really incredible space as well.
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Good Cycle
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Black-owned and by far one of the best vintage shops in all of DFW by a long shot. The owner and staff are so knowledgeable and sweet. I always walk out with something here and have the best experience.
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STAG Provisions for Men
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Menswear shop. Pricey, but you get what you pay for. Luxurious and high end without the frills.
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East Dallas Vintage
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Great spot for vintage home goods, clothing, etc. Located in East Dallas, not too far from some other noteworthy spots.
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Dolly Python
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Another great spot for vintage home-goods, clothing, etc. Have found some great boots, glassware, and extravagant and unique clothing pieces here. Love coming here for Halloween costume shopping.
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Bar & Garden Dallas
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A wine shop with a great natural wine selection. They also have a unique selection of liquor. I specifically love their tequila and whiskey selection. You can find some great vintage glassware here as well!
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Deep Vellum Bookstore & Publishing Co.
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Very small independent bookstore and publishing house. Really unique selection!
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14 Records
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The collection here is insane. Really rare finds in here. The owner is super knowledgeable and will be able to tell you about any record you pick up in detail. Hours are a little funny.
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Dallas Denim Repair
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Not only does this place fix up your denim, but you can buy high quality second-hand and new denim from them as well. Lots of great brands.
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Museums, Sights, & Parks
Nasher Sculpture Center
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My favorite museum in all of Dallas. Stunning architecture, artwork, exhibitions, and they throw really great events. Enjoy their sculpture garden, especially during their "'til Midnight at the Nasher" summer event series!
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Dallas Museum of Art
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A great collection of art and always have some great exhibitions. You can walk to the Nasher Sculpture center from here.
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Dallas Contemporary
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A great free activity! I absolutely love this museum. They have incredible exhibitions and events here.
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Haas Moto Museum & Sculpture Gallery
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A really incredible private collection of motorcycles new and old. They even have custom builds that are one of a kind. Amazing history and the staff is super knowledgeable and kind. They have another warehouse of more bikes if interested in continuing this experience. All by appointment!
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White Rock Lake
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Nature is slim to none here in Dallas. I love coming here and going on walks with my dog or meeting up friends for picnics. Grab your hammock and set up for the day or watch the sunset on one the piers!
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The Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden
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A great spot to enjoy some nature in Dallas. Right on White Rock Lake. You get a great view of the city and sunsets! A great spot to enjoy with friends and family. Bring a picnic!
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Trinity River Audubon Center
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A great spot to enjoy a nature walk or bird watch. Not too far from downtown Dallas!
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Where to Stay
The Adolphus
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Beautiful and historic. Right downtown as well. Especially beautiful around the holidays.
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Virgin Hotels Dallas
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Really hip, but fun place to stay. They have a great view of the city, a great coffee shop, and close to all the goods in the Design District!
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Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek
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Such a beautiful and historic place to stay. On the more expensive side, but it is luxurious.
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The Statler
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I haven't stayed a night here, but have heard really great things. Grab a bite at Knife and grab a drink at Bourbon & Banter.
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The Joule
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Great hotel! Close to everything downtown. They have a great spa and Midnight Rambler is below.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Miekala Figueroa
Hi, I'm Miekala! I'm a Maine native based in Texas. I'm a graphic designer and art director that loves to travel, hike & camp, bird watch, cook up a storm, try new wines, get lost in book and record stores, thrift, and go to the movies. I love playing tour guide when friends and family visit places that are near and dear to me, so I'm happy to be here!
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