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Here’s Our Perfect Guide to Exploring (and Tasting) Your Way Through Dallas
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Dallas looms large in pop culture thanks to the 1980s eponymous hit TV show and the Dallas Cowboys football team, but what you may not know is that it has a booming culinary scene on par with its status as one of the fastest-growing metroplexes.
To really get a taste, you’ll need a game plan because the footprint of the DFW area is Texas-sized, which is to say, it’s sprawling with a dizzying maze of highways and a seemingly endless number of restaurants. If you’re short on time or are without a car, your best bet is to stick to Dallas proper. Nearby sister city Fort Worth is worthy of its own long weekend, while far-flung suburbs like Grapevine and McKinney shine, especially during certain seasons. (The latter offers a charming Oktoberfest organized around its town square, while the former boasts a wine trail and a designation as the “Christmas Capital of Texas.”).
Just don’t feel like you’re selling yourself short by staying within the city limits—from Deep Ellum to Oak Cliff to Highland Park, Dallas’ bustling enclaves have more than enough to keep you satiated.
Where to stay
Downtown is a hub for hotels, but none have a history quite like The Adolphus, built by Anheuser-Busch cofounder Adolphus Busch more than a century ago. The 407-room, Beaux-Arts-style hotel has hosted many dignitaries, including Queen Elizabeth II, but the oversized suites with plush beds and The French Room’s three-course tea service, held beneath Murano glass chandeliers, are enough to make anyone feel like royalty.
If it’s some serious R&R you’re after, look no further than The Joule. Post up at the rooftop pool in a private cabana or venture below ground to the subterranean spa—the blend of old-world techniques (Abhyanga massage) and new tech (LED light therapy facials) consistently earns high marks. And if after all that relaxation, you’ve worked up an appetite, choose between five on-site dining options. (The signature pig head carnitas at CBD Provisions will give you something to write home about.)
Across town, Virgin Hotels Dallas blazed a trail as the first hotel in the Design District when it opened in 2020. The interiors are hip (think feathered light fixtures, abstract art, and lots of patterned wallpaper), and so is the crowd. When you book, check the events calendar since there’s a good chance your stay will overlap with a tequila tasting, trivia night, or live DJ set. Fido can come, too, because the hotel is pup-friendly.
Last, but certainly not least, the former estate-turned-142-room Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek was the first-ever Rosewood property and continues to be the gold standard for Southern hospitality. Don’t miss your chance to dine at The Mansion Restaurant. With its cozy fireplaces, top-shelf cocktails, and seven-course tasting menu, the place is synonymous with special occasions.
Where to eat
It seems counterintuitive, but landlocked Dallas is quickly becoming a haven for sushi lovers. Nobu, as well as Austin-born concepts Uchi and Sushi | Bar, have all opened outposts—but the most exciting spots are Dallas originals. Chef Tatsuya Sekiguchi came to town by way of New York City and Hasuda, Japan, where he grew up. After a decade at Michelin-starred Sushi Yasuda and a residency at the Omakase Room in Manhattan’s West Village, he opened his own 10-seat, sake-forward experience Tatsu Dallas in Deep Ellum in 2022—and reservations have been almost impossible to get ever since. The more contemporary Shoyo in Lower Greenville, helmed by Nobu alums, has been around slightly longer and has three additional seats, so it may be a slightly easier mark. For a sure thing, try Kessaku downtown. The lounge-like atmosphere, skyline views, and truffle king crab roll are enough to make you temporarily forget your reservation woes.
Another hard-to-get-but-totally-worth-the-heartache reservation? Lucia. The Italian mainstay in Oak Cliff was recently a finalist in the James Beard Award’s “Outstanding Restaurant” category and pairs an affordable wine list with handmade pasta, house-cured salumi, and just-baked bread (the kitchen even mills its own flour). Pro tip: If you can’t nab a table, queue up before opening for a shot at the first-come, first-served bar. Or, for a worthy backup, seek out
Sachet in Oak Lawn. Its Mediterranean-inspired menu also features memorable pastas but covers more ground, reaching into the Middle East and North Africa. The one non-negotiable is the wood-oven-fired pita with Egyptian dukkah.
And of course, you can’t leave Dallas without enjoying one of its quintessential cuisines: barbecue. If you’re in town on the first Saturday of the month, count yourself lucky and head to Cattleack BBQ, which is typically only open for lunch three days a week. Brisket, spareribs, sausage—you can’t go wrong with any of it, and it’s best to get a sampling because they routinely sell out. On all the other days, opt for the specials at Slow Bone in the Design District or Deep Ellum’s Pecan Lodge, known for the Hot Mess—a winning combo consisting of a jumbo sweet potato, barbacoa, chipotle cream, and bacon.
Things to do
The Dallas Arts District is considered the largest contiguous urban arts district in the nation and is home to the free Dallas Museum of Art as well as the acclaimed Nasher Sculpture Center (the outdoor galleries, featuring European masters, are a must when the weather is nice). Just outside the boundaries of the Arts District is The Samurai Collection, a small but well-curated, free museum that has the largest holding of samurai armor and weapons outside of Japan. Lastly, in the West End, The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza recounts the somber day in November 1963 when President John F. Kennedy visited Dallas. The museum is as much about the assassination as it is about JFK’s legacy. Reserve your time slot in advance to guarantee admission.
For kids (and kids at heart), Klyde Warren Park packs a lot into five acres of green space built over a freeway: a playground, a light-up musical fountain that doubles as a splash pad in the summer, a stage for outdoor concerts and workout classes, and an expansive lawn for pick-up games and picnicking (food trucks are almost always parked nearby). On a rainy day or when the heat is too much, explore the Dallas Aquarium. The way it’s laid out, you’ll begin your journey in the cloud forest, surrounded by tropical birds and tree frogs, then follow a corkscrew-like path, descending several stories until you reach the bottom of the sea floor. Along the way, stop to admire sloths, otters, and even an ocelot.
At Highland Park Village, the country’s first open-air shopping center and a National Historic Landmark, the draw is both the architecture (Mediterranean Spanish-style) and the stores (Chanel and Cartier intermingle with Texas designers Tom Ford and Lela Rose). If you’re looking for smaller, homegrown boutiques, the walkable Bishop Arts District has some of the best, including candle hotspot Society by Jackson Vaughn and letterpress shop We Are 1976. South of downtown, the Dallas Farmers Market offers an indoor food hall, open seven days a week, where you can pick up culinary souvenirs—we recommend the local cheeses at Scardello or wines made with Texas grapes at Eden Hill Loft.
Police shoot suspect after truck rams cruiser
Dallas police are searching for a suspect after an attempt to stop a stolen truck led to a shooting in Northeast Dallas.
DALLAS – Dallas police have released the names of the three people arrested at a Northeast Dallas apartment complex on Thursday,
17-year-old Eric Lampkin-Scarborough, 21-year-old Damon Price and 19-year-old Deantae Moore were arrested after ramming two police cruisers in a stolen truck.
Police say Moore was wanted on two counts of capital murder after two 18-year-olds were killed on Dixon Avenue this March.
Camren Stacy was found on the ground outside of a vehicle and Kamari Smith-Capps was found in the driver’s seat on March 22.
An arrest warrant affidavit obtained by FOX 4 says Moore was Instagram messaging Smith-Capps about buying “Glock Switches” before the shooting.
Dallas Police Shooting
DPD says on Thursday afternoon they tried to stop a red truck that had been flagged as stolen.
The truck rammed two police cruisers in the parking lot of the Lakeside Apartments and the four suspects inside ran from the area.
Police shot one of the suspects, Eric Lampkin-Scarborough. He is in the hospital in stable condition. Police say he was armed at the time of the shooting.
Deantae Moore and Damon Price were also arrested.
In connection to Thursday’s incident, Price was charged with the unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, two counts of aggravated assault of a public servant, and a probation violation for the manufacturing and delivery of a controlled substance.
A fourth suspect got away. Police say they are working to identify the suspect, but there is no description at this time.
Police say three guns were recovered in the area.
Chief Eddie Garcia is expected to release more information and video of the incident in the coming days.
Thursday was an eventful first day of the Dallas Cowboys training camp. The front office attempted to answer tough questions, and even an emotional Dak Prescott spoke about his future with the franchise.
So, let’s start today on a lighter note, celebrating the best player ever to wear the number 44 for the Cowboys.
A second-round pick in the 1972 NFL Draft, Robert Newhouse played the role of bruiser in the backfield for the Cowboys. Playing for the franchise from 1972 to 1983, Newhouse appeared in 168 games, starting in 75.
The fullback position is a lost art in the game today; however, in this era, Newhouse’s position was vital to the success of most teams in the league.
Many of the greats from this franchise have a ring to compliment their time in Dallas; Newhouse is no different. Newhouse was a member of the 1977 team that went on to win the Super Bowl.
Sadly, Newhouse passed away back in 2014. The legacy of the number 44 starts with Newhouse. A Texas boy who went to college in Houston and found his professional home in Dallas.
Texas made and is now known as one of the best to play for the Cowboys.
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Day 1 of Dallas Cowboys training camp is in the books, meaning we have a lot to revisit.
To start things off, Jerry Jones dominated much of the team’s camp-opening news conference by answering questions about contract extensions, fan frustration and expectations. Stephen Jones and Mike McCarthy were also in attendance but didn’t generate as much buzz as the Cowboys owner and general manager.
Before the team’s first practice started, Jerry Jones had already coined a word of the day and pointed out the positive trajectory of the team’s season ticket sales. Here’s a look at what we learned from Day 1 of Cowboys training camp:
Jerry Jones and ambiguity
Much of Jerry Jones’ Thursday monologue included the phrase “ambiguity.” The word was mainly used while discussing frustration from the fan base after a slow summer that was marked by minimal moves on the free-agency market, a holdout from CeeDee Lamb and the lack of an extension for Dak Prescott.
“After 35 years, the one thing that is for sure is ambiguity,’’ Jerry Jones said. “Just the nature of what being a part of sports, a part of football is, is very ambiguous.
“There is always going to be many dangling participles out here of unfinished business. That’s the reality of it.
“That’s what frustrates you [media],’’ Jones continued. “And if it frustrates you it frustrates fans, obviously, to not have closure or to not have bright lines.
“That’s not in my mind. That’s not in my life. I don’t ever anticipate it getting any better with the NFL and the Cowboys.’’
Read more here from The Dallas Morning News’ David Moore.
A lame-duck year for Mike McCarthy?
Following the team’s news conference, Jerry Jones told a small group of reporters that McCarthy has the ability to become Dallas’ coach for years to come. McCarthy is in the final year of a five-year contract.
“I don’t agree with you,” Jones said. “I understand the term and I understand how it fits. I don’t look at it that way. There’s a point in there, I know our fans would like it if everybody were on a low contract, but if they won a Super Bowl, they’d get rid of [everybody]. I’m talking about every coach, every player, I’m talking about everybody. I know that’s the fans’ sentiment. I know that for a fact that you don’t domino if you don’t [win a Super Bowl]. But if you get it, it’s glory hole. Oil and gas term of hitting the big well.”
When asked why McCarthy didn’t receive an extension after the 2023 season, Jerry Jones pointed toward Dallas’ latest wild-card playoff loss to the Packers.
“Green Bay,” Jones said. “Mike has shown me that I want to have him and he’s qualified and he’s excellent and the players are excellent and he’s shown me that he could be our coach for years to come. He sits next to me in the draft. I really call on him a lot. If you can’t get along with Mike McCarthy, you can’t get along.”
Read more from The News’ Calvin Watkins here.
Where do extension talks stand for the Cowboys’ three big stars?
A majority of Dallas fans most likely already know CeeDee Lamb is in the early stages of a camp holdout. The Cowboys receiver is seeking the largest contract for a non-quarterback in league history.
He isn’t the only one seeking a big payday, as Micah Parsons and Dak Prescott are also in line for extensions. Parsons, who said he’ll wait until next year to get a new contract, also wants one of the largest contracts for a non-quarterback in league history.
That leaves us with Prescott.
The Cowboys quarterback desires to retire with the franchise that drafted him but is comfortable knowing it might not end that way. Prescott, entering the final year of his deal, expects to get a fair market value contract if he doesn’t get an extension this year.
“I want to be here but when you look up all the great quarterbacks that I watched, played for other teams,” Prescott said. “So my point in saying that it’s not something to fear. It may be a reality for me one day. It may not be my decision. The freedom that I have is be where your feet are, make the most of it, be confident in yourself, make your team better. I love my teammates I love that locker room.”
Read more here.
What Jerry said about his trial
Before the Cowboys owner joined his team in Southern California, he spent part of the week preoccupied with a trial in Texarkana. Jones brought a countersuit against a woman alleging she was his biological daughter, accusing the woman and her mother of breaching a settlement agreement reached in 1998. The trial came to a sudden resolution Tuesday as the parties settled, signaling the end of multiple lawsuits Jones has faced since 2022.
“Well, we got it resolved like I wanted. And so it was unfortunate but it is resolved,” Jones said Thursday. “And it was, of course, very sensitive with my family and it was very sensitive with the unique publicity that’s involved with the Cowboys, but it was [resolved] satisfactory for all concerned. I won’t be commenting any more about it, but I certainly are where I want to be.”
Read more here.
More coverage of Cowboys camp Day 1
— Jerry Jones remains comfortable selling the past, even in Cowboys’ most puzzling offseason
— While Cowboys navigate contract storm, Dak Prescott reveals honest outlook on future
— Was Jerry Jones sending a message to frustrated Cowboys fans with reference to ambiguity?
— Takeaways from Cowboys’ camp-opening address: Jerry Jones focuses on elephant in the room
— Cowboys owner Jerry Jones comments on dismissed paternity dispute in training camp address
— Why hasn’t Mike McCarthy gotten a contract extension yet? ‘Green Bay,’ Jerry Jones says
— Highlights from Jerry Jones, Mike McCarthy at ‘State of the Cowboys’ address in Oxnard
— Back in the saddle: See photos from Dallas Cowboys’ first training camp practice and opening news conference
Reporting from staff writers Calvin Watkins and David Moore was used in this post.
Find more Cowboys coverage from The Dallas Morning News here.
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