


Ilene's expert tip: Every day from 9 p.m. Recommended for Oak Lawn's Best Restaurants because: eatZi's is a foodie paradise for takeaway gourmet goodies.
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The store is worth a visit, if only to taste all of the free samples doled out, but be prepared to encounter crowds no matter what time of day you come. They offer breakfast, lunch and dinner and also have a small covered patio for those who want to hang-out rather than take their meal on the run. With endless options of house-baked breads, pastries, main courses, salads, sides and even sushi, not to mention chocolates, cheeses, snacks and wine, this place is definitely not for the indecisive. Designed to recreate a European market, the 8000-square-foot space features a bakery, a sandwich station, a grill, a chef's case of prepared meals and shelves stocked with specialty finds. Since then, eatZi's has spawned several more locations throughout the metroplex. With its piped-in opera music and diverse culinary offerings, this gourmet food emporium-cum-cafe has remained a popular foodie pit-stop since it first opened back in 1996. And if a lively neighborhood bistro is more what you have in mind, head over to Parigi, a local favorite serving up stellar seasonally-inspired dishes.įinally, be sure to stop in at the Cosmic Cafe, not only for its vegetarian fare, but also to check out the eclectic decor. Some of the city's best seafood can be had at TJ's Seafood Market & Grill, a cozy eatery that churns out insanely delicious lobster rolls. There's also eatZi's, an epicurean marketplace and cafe that's great for grab-and-go. or the gourmet pub grub at The Meddlesome Moth. There's also Nonna, a pocket-sized trattoria that consistently receives rave reviews from restaurant critics and locals alike.įurther cementing the area's status as a food destination is Uchi, Chef Tyson Cole’s sushi paradise– which, at the moment, is the most sought after reservation in town.įor something more casual, try the killer sammies at East Hampton Sandwich Co. More celeb sightings and tasty treasures can be had at Al Biernat's, a neighborhood stalwart for over 15 years that's known for its impeccable steaks, wild game and seafood. The restaurant showcases modern American and French cuisine and has served everyone from royalty to rock stars. First up is the legendary Mansion on Turtle Creek, an opulent restaurant housed in the former estate of a 1920s-era cotton magnate. Want to paint the town red? Here's where you'll find some of the city's most famous eating establishments. No matter what kind of cuisine you’re after, the options are diverse enough to satisfy just about every culinary craving and budget.

Along with being celebrated as one of the most gay-friendly districts in the country, Oak Lawn, located minutes from downtown, is also undoubtedly one of Dallas' hottest neighborhoods for dining.
