Don’t Tell Supper Club – 4.7 Stars Pull a sword from a man’s throat. Watch in awe as people go through rings and suspend themselves in curtains aka aerial performances. Sip on a cocktail aptly named Green Eggs and Ham then let your fork slip into tender Smoked Yellowtail Sashimi. This isn’t someplace you need a plane to get to. But, it is an escape from the norm. Don’t Tell Supper Club isn’t your average night out in Dallas. Tucked away in Downtown Dallas, from the outside, there’s really nothing too assuming about Don’t Tell. Open Thursday through Saturday night, this place easily blends into the fabric of buildings surrounding…
A Glimpse at Taziki’s
Taziki’s 4 Stars Fried, frozen and microwaved. Those aren’t forms of cooking that you’ll be privy to tasting when visiting Taziki’s Café. With their latest franchise in Plano, the healthy Mediterranean eatery is serving up plenty of delicious healthy options. Most notable are the chicken roll ups, grilled shrimp with their tender taters, and the spicy pimento cheese. What to Order – The Grilled Shrimp Feast which is served with either delicious roasted new potatoes or basmati rice and Greek salad. The shrimp is seasoned and grilled with lemon juice, butter and just a touch of blackened seasoning. Promise not to skip out on the baklava. Where to find…
The End of Cheating at Nazca Kitchen
Nazca Kitchen We all appreciate a good cheat day. Ordering butter, cheese and fried themed foods just because you deserve it and it tastes so good. Sure, it may come at the expense of a food coma and a wardrobe upgrade to stretch pants, but, you’ve already committed to cheating for the day. But, what if you could fork around without consequences and cheat days could be every day. Enter Nazca Kitchen. Truthfully there’s really no room to be “bad, bad” at Nazca. It’s not exactly tolerated. The light and airy environment directly translates to the menu which takes a healthier approach to South American cuisine. Here, you can actually…
A Taste of the Whimsical at Sai
Spring rolls aren’t something you will find on the starters section of the menu at Sai Fine Asian Bistro. Instead, you’ll spot appetizers like fried brussel sprouts in a sweet and tangy chili plum sauce and their tangy take on braised pork belly. But it doesn’t stop with the starters. Sai’s menu is tossed in the whimsical with sprinkles of the traditional for good measure. Items served at Sai are the foodchild of Chef Eddy. Somewhere smack dab between upscale and affordable, Eddy has left his mark on this Colleyville eatery, creating dishes that make you ask, “What’s that seasoning in there?” It’s a question that you might ask while…
Good Times at The Brixton
The Brixton – 4.5 Stars $$ When visiting The Brixton, it’s not simply a restaurant, it’s an experience. With a Vegas style vibe, the new eatery and two-story nightclub is in a league of its own. The brothers of Harder Concepts and Chef Patrick Stark have created a rockin menu for the rock and roll vibe here. With most of the options served in shareable portions, this is a great spot to grub and dance with a few of your pals. What to Order – Bloody Mary Shrimp Shooters made with grilled herb brined shrimp. You’ll also want to try the Bacon Bites, made with smoked Nueske’s Bacon, fresh Granny…
A Glimpse at Heritage Pizza and Taproom
Heritage Pizza and Taproom – 5 Stars $$ There are some that will argue, pizza is pizza. And to those foolish folks, you’ll need to shut their pie hole by stuffing a delicious slice of The Heritage in it. Located in Plano, Heritage Pizza isn’t just serving your standard pizza pies. You’ll be introduced to pies like The Cowboy, a fantastic mixture of buffalo sauce, boneless wings, bacon, blue cheese, sharp cheddar, celery and their Summer Camp Ranch. It’s basically hot wings in the form of a pizza. Who could ask for more? And even if you’re not one to typically ride the veggie train, the Sante Fe crowned with…
A Glimpse at The Grill on the Alley
The Grill on the Alley- 4 Stars $$$ Before working your credit card into a plastic frenzy inside the mall, you’ll need a little nourishment. Enter The Grill on the Alley inside Dallas Galleria. With their new and improved menu, The Grill offers a variety of tastefully made dishes. From their thick Nueske’s Slab Bacon cooked in a bourbon maple glaze, to their signature lobster mashed potatoes, there’s no way you can really be disappointed. Be sure to save room for the decadent dessert, a 6 layer high slice of coconut cake. What to Order– Start with the Ahi Tuna Poke with onion shoyu, tobiko, avocado and wontons. If you’re…
Happy Hour Next Door
Next Door- 4 Stars Have room for another happy hour? Thought so. Next Door recently introduced their new happy hour. Enjoy drink and food specials all day Wednesday and Thursday through Sunday from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Get your buzz on with $4 glasses of wine, $5 specialty cocktails, $3 beers and half priced pizza pies and apps. PS, ladies, you can enjoy an especially bubbly evening on Thursday nights during their Ladies Night. All evening long partake in $1 glasses of champagne, half priced mules and a DJ. Not a bad way to ensure you have a very happy week. $$ What to Order– Feel free to try quite…
A Taste of District Food and Wine
District Food and Wine – 5 Stars Buttery salmon, mouthwatering burgers and the type of truffle mac and cheese that makes me question if I’ve actually been eating real mac and cheese or cheesy, noodled piles of nothingness. Located in the Design District, District Food and Wine proves that you can eat in merriment without spending a mint. Nothing on the menu is over 16 bucks. Hours can be a little tricky here, so, if you do develop a craving for their grub, be sure to see if they’re open for business. Nothing worse than getting a hankering for something, only to find out they’re closed for the day. $$…
What to Order at the new Cinco Taco Bar
$$ What to order- I’m a sucker for a good pastor taco and this one is exceptionally tasty. It’s made with grilled pineapple, cilantro and toasted cheese. Also worth a little of your taco time are the barbacoa and thinly sliced and griddled rib eye tacos. Don’t skimp on the margaritas, they are poured nice and tight. Where to find them– 7949 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 130 Dallas, TX 75230 Phone- (469) 567-3319 That whole parking thing – Preston Hollow Village has a rather large lot, so you should have no issue with finding a spot.