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Spiral Diner: Vegetarian Delights in Dallas
May 9, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Spiral Diner lays claim to the impressive standing of “serving organic vegan food in the Lone Star state.” You heard right: vegan food, as in no meat of any kind. Since opening as a modest lunch counter in 2002, Spiral Diner has since grown to two locations in Dallas and Fort Worth. Spiral Diner stands on strong moral beliefs of using mostly organic ingredients, recycled materials, and cruelty-free cleaning products. As for the food: the diner serves up breakfast all day, fresh smoothies, salads, sandwiches and wraps using tofu and meat substitutes, and a variety of classic entrees. Spiral also offers soy protein burgers tasty enough to delight even carnivores and vegan ice cream. There are also dishes free of gluten, nuts, and other allergens. Need more convincing? Spiral's also got freshly baked custom cakes and a lengthy beer list!
Spiral Diner
1101 N. Beckley Avenue
Dallas, TX 75203
(214) 948-4747
http://www.yelp.com/biz/spiral-diner-dallas
What’s The Word?
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Lucia: Hand-Crafted Cuisine
April 18, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Located in the historic Bishop Arts District, Lucia offers an ambiance that seems as if it's from a bygone era. This charming restaurant is a foodie must-visit, meaning reservations on weekends are strongly recommended. Once you’re tucked into the romantic little nook, the knowledgeable waitstaff will help guide you through a menu of several courses and an extensive wine list. The menu changes from month-to-month to reflect fresh, seasonal ingredients plus the chef’s culinary inventiveness. Any antipasti dish featuring salumi, cured in-house, is a must, though other favorites include fois gras, salads with duck confit, and oyster dishes. Light, flavorful entrees include beef tongue, pork shoulder, gnocchi, and pork ragu. Prices for entrees run $25 to $35, a bargain for the array of unique tastes. If you can, save room for dessert like walnut and ricotta cannoli with apples and rosemary.
Lucia
408 W. 8th Street
Dallas, TX 75208
(214) 948-4998
http://www.yelp.com/biz/lucia-dallas
Thai Star: Shines Bright
March 21, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Addison's Thai Star is a welcome retreat in the Dallas metro area. The restaurant features a laid-back, almost humble, interior featuring tables along with cushy seating. If you're looking for authentic Thai food, Thai Star is a good destination. The restaurant is open every day except Sunday for lunch and dinner. Thai Star's menu features familiar light, flavorful noodle and rice entrees, along with $7.95 lunch specials. Popular dishes include Peanut Delight, Thai Sweet and Sour Chicken, Healthy Ginger, and delicious curry dishes. Dinner also offers appetizers like sushi and spring rolls, soups, salads, and additional fried rice, noodle, and curry entrees. Stop in for new art exhibits every month and Saturday acoustic shows. Check the website for details!
Thai Star
14833 Midway Road
Addison, TX 75001
(972) 991-6334
http://www.yelp.com/biz/thai-star-addison-2
The Ginger Man: A Beer Lover’s Fantasy Land
February 15, 2012 By Leave a Comment
The Ginger Man may sound like a character from a Grimm story, and the creaky house the bar inhabits might also look like it came out of a German fairytale, but don’t let that fool you—The Ginger Man is a serious place for beer experts. Having won numerous awards, including Best Beer Joint by the Dallas Observer three years in a row, The Ginger Man offers 71 beers on tap and 100 bottled varieties, including some rare brews. Fun events like Mystery Beer Day (the name you draw is the beer you drink), Rare Beer Tasting, and live musical performances make The Ginger Man a draw any night of the week. There are three outdoor areas to enjoy the brews: one in front, one in the backyard, and one upstairs. Yummy bar foods include the German Bratwurst, Pesto Cheese Sandwich, and Spinach Artichoke Dip. For any fan of beer and joviality, The Ginger Man demands a visit.
The Ginger Man
2718 Boll St.
Dallas, TX 75204
(214) 754-8771
www.gingermanpub.com
Fireside Pies: A Cut Above of the Average Slice
January 18, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Focusing on fresh ingredients and authenticity, Fireside Pizzas creates hand-crafted, artisan pizzas according to the “pie-making disciplines of old.” Made with fine ingredients (some imported from Italy, some grown locally in Dallas), Fireside Pizza features unique pies and toppings as well as the old standbys. Each pizza is topped with fire-roasted sauce and a four-cheese blend of Fireside Pizza’s award-winning cheeses, then cooked in a pecan wood fired oven. Guests can order a specialty pie (like the Peta Pie with Goat Cheese and Portobello Mushrooms, or the Hot N’ Crumbled Jimmy’s Spice Italian Sausage), or create their own choosing from additional toppings like Texas Beef Sausage and Whipped Ricotta cheese. With a large back patio, custom made booths, and viewing areas near the bar to watch pies being cooked, Fireside Pies is a great place to watch a game, meet with friends, or just relax.
Fireside Pies
2820 N. Henderson Avenue
Dallas, TX 75206
(214) 370-3916
www.firesidepies.com
Mi Cocina: A Classy Mexican Eatery Makes Tacos Upscale
December 21, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Forget the soggy chalupas at Taco Bell and head over to one of Mi Cocina’s 15 locations for an authentic Tex-Mex experience. The first Mi Cocina opened in 1991 as a modest twelve-table restaurant. Today, each restaurant features swanky interiors carefully designed to reflect its specific neighborhood. One has wall hangings with the Eiffel Tower and the Statue of Liberty, another features Andy Warhol-like paintings, yet another is rustic Southwestern with a fireplace—though each Mi Cocina is sleek and modern.
The menu reflects the founders’ devotion to great food, using only the highest quality ingredients in each recipe. Meals with names like “Mama’s Tacos” and “Raina’s Tex-Mex Basics” give a personal touch to the menu. The prices are right, especially the $8.75 lunch special that includes three components— combinations of tacos, enchiladas, burritos, or rice and beans. Combining stylish dining with classic dishes made from fresh ingredients, Mi Cocina is the destination for Mexican comfort food.
Mi Cocina
7215 Skillman Street
Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 503-6426
www.mcrowd.com/micocina.html
Restaurant Reviews Are On The Way…
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