Dining Guide Our Editors Scoured the Greater Dallas Area for Family-Friendly Dining Destinations
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Dining Guide Our editors scoured the greater Dallas area for family-friendly dining destinations. Here are some of our favorites. goodEATS Saint Ann Restaurant and Bar ASIAN ling and inside, broth that is meant to be slurped once it has cooled a bit. Although the inside space is gorgeous, it’s the patio overlooking the Arts This is the kind of place where you find yourself asking your server what District that’s the real draw at Saint Ann—the perfect spot for a cocktail the guy at the next table ordered, so you can have it next time. Service is or weekend brunch. The food is fairly straightforward: salads, sandwich- The Blue Fish exceptionally friendly and kids and larger parties are welcomed. Dining Guide es, steaks and fish. We like ordering a few appetizers (the bacon wrapped The Blue Fish serves some of the Full bar, too. Medjool dates and spinach artichoke dip are nice) and kicking back while freshest fish prepared by talented 6025 Royal Ln., Suite 201 | Dallas Finding a family-friendly restaurant that’s affordable, accessible and delicious can be challenging – but we know where to look! The next time taking in the hipster crowd. sushi chefs anywhere. But not (214) 361-1771 | royalchinadallas.com your teens ask, “What’s for dinner?” (you know, in that voice) pay a visit to one of these tried-and-true eateries: 2501 N. Harwood St. | Dallas everyone likes sushi (or so we’ve (214) 782-9807 | saintanndallas.com heard) and The Blue Fish accom- modates that preference easily Samui Thai Sixty Vines with delicious entrees such as If you’re looking for great Thai food, step right into Samui. Upscale Thai dé- AFGHAN Hash House A Go Go Choose from Banana Caramel Pecan, Key Lime, Double Chocolate Fudge What could be better than a great glass of wine? How about a great glass Korean Style Slow Braised Short cor makes it a sophisticated option for evening dining but don’t overlook What’s not to love about a restaurant that’s self-described as “Twisted and many others—all made from scratch. Whole pies and cakes are also of wine—on tap? Not only does this mean that each glass provides the Ribs, Chicken Teriyaki and Sautéed the lunch specials—generously portioned and very reasonably priced. Nora Restaurant and Bar Farm Food?” Based in San Diego with several locations now in other available to order and on your way out, you might just pick up a chiminea, best possible taste at the perfect temperature, reusable kegs equal less Jumbo Prawns. A variety of small plate appetizers, craft cocktails, and Too many menu choices to decide? Start with the Original Sampler Platter Restaurants featuring Afghan states, Hash House serves hearty portions of breakfast-all-day menu too. Open for lunch and dinner every day with live music on Friday and spoilage and less landfill. But let’s get to the food: Small plates like Manila extensive wine and sake offerings help make this family friendly place with something for everyone in your party including Chicken Satay, Sun cuisine in Dallas aren’t that easy items like Sage Fried Chicken Benedict, an assortment of savory hash- Saturday nights. clams with creamy white wine chowder broth or wood-fired cauliflower a local favorite. Wrapped Shrimp, Calamari, Bags of Gold, Monsoon Roll, Sunshine Roll, to find. And finding one with a es that will make you rethink hashes, and Sausage Gravy Pot Pie with Lekka Café & Gifts with lemon dill yogurt are perfection. Hungrier appetites will find plen- 940 Garden Park Dr. | Allen and Veggie Tempura. Big Bowl Soups are a meal in and of themselves, and beautiful rooftop bar and patio scrambled eggs and mashed potatoes. Flapjacks and waffles are also 17606 Preston Rd. | Dallas ty to choose from too, such as fregola served risotto style, then topped (972) 908-3433 | thebluefishsushi.com standout entrees include Pad Kee Mow (wide rice noodles, eggs, basil, is just about impossible—until solid choices, as is our other most recent anytime obsession—Hot, Sticky (972) 735-8425 with crispy wild mushrooms. The burger, made with Akaushi beef, is and veggies in light soy sauce and paprika) and Panang Beef (flank steak Nora came along. If you’re already Granola with milk and mixed fresh fruit. Even several of the salads are rib something you’ll dream about later, and entrees, such as chicken, fish C Rolls Sushi simmered in coconut panang curry). There’s also a nice cocktail menu— familiar with the country’s food, stickers; you will definitely not leave this place hungry. Other standouts Lekka and chops, are solid choices. Perfect for both large parties and intimate C Rolls offers what we like to call “knock your socks off sushi.” There’s we keep coming back for the Lychee Martini. you’ll be delighted to find your on the dinner menu include Hand-Hammered Crispy Pork Tenderloin 1921 N. Henderson Ave. | Dallas gatherings. beautifully presented sushi, sashimi, raw rolls, cooked rolls, veggie rolls 5700 Legacy Dr., Suite A1 | Plano favorites such as Kadu (sautéed pumpkin with garlic yogurt and meat and Pan-Seared Airline Chicken Breast with fresh polenta, fried leeks and (469) 828-1686 | lekkashop.com 3701 Dallas Pkwy | Plano and—for those non-sushi folks (is there still such a thing?)—plenty of (972) 398-2807 | samuithai.com sauce), Mantoo (steamed beef dumplings), Kofta Chalao (stewed meat- mushroom madeira cream. sixtyvines.com “small food” options including baked green mussels, jalapeño tempura balls with spices and dried plum) and Qabili Palao (seasoned meat with 1900 Preston Rd., Ste. 343 | Plano Lyfe Kitchen (yummy), soft shell crab and BBQ ribs. C Rolls also offers a lunch roll com- Tukta Thai raisins and carrots). But if you’re just getting started, you can’t go wrong (972) 867-4646 | hashhouseagogo.com Struggling with your decision to The Grape bo including a generous roll of your choice, four pieces of California roll, If you’re looking for great Thai food, step right into Samui. Upscale Thai dé- with any of the Kabobs and some of the best hummus we’ve sampled. eat more healthfully? Go to Lyfe! Though The Grape has been around for more than 40 years, there’s a rea- miso soup, garden salad and a drink for just $11.99. This is the kind of cor makes it a sophisticated option for evening dining but don’t overlook Before or after dining, grab a Cardamom Martini and head to the roof for While this “health casual” chain’s son (actually, several) why it remains a Dallas favorite. Let’s start with the place where entrees are so pretty, you’ll even want to eat the garnish. Be the lunch specials—generously portioned and very reasonably priced. some of the city’s most romantic views. Jasper’s mission is to “create a dynamic Mushroom Soup, a must-have, and move right into, say, Cornmeal Fried sure to ask about catering options and reasonably-priced party platters Too many menu choices to decide? Start with the Original Sampler Platter 1928 Greenville Ave. | Dallas Jasper’s motto may be “Gourmet Backyard Cuisine,” but our question is, synergy between greens, grains, Oysters and Crispy Duck Breast with Roasted Brussels Sprouts. Craving for your next big event. with something for everyone in your party including Chicken Satay, Sun (214) 828-0095 | noradallas.com Whose backyard? And more importantly, How can we snag a nightly in- proteins and seasonal vegetables,” something less fancy? The burger, topped with house made peppered 18101 Preston Rd., Ste. 300 | Dallas, Wrapped Shrimp, Calamari, Bags of Gold, Monsoon Roll, Sunshine Roll, vitation? Beloved Dallas-based chef Kent Rathbun believed the concept we believe it still has to taste good bacon and Vermont white cheddar, has been voted “Best in Texas” by Tex- (972) 447-4900 | crollsushi.com and Veggie Tempura. Big Bowl Soups are a meal in and of themselves, and was “just crazy enough to work,” and it certainly does. The dining here and thankfully, Lyfe doesn’t disap- as Monthly. Two dozen wines by the glass and a Monday through Friday standout entrees include Pad Kee Mow (wide rice noodles, eggs, basil, AMERICAN is largely indoors (though there is a nice patio), the atmosphere is up- point. The menu is innovative but Happy Hour with drink specials help make The Grape an after-work re- Howard Wang’s and veggies in light soy sauce and paprika) and Panang Beef (flank steak scale-meets-cozy, and the service is equally attentive and relaxed. Start straightforward—nothing is fried, veggies are plentiful, and proteins are spite from the daily grind, and its romantic atmosphere keeps it at the top While the Grills and the Brasserie offer slightly different menus, Howard simmered in coconut panang curry). There’s also a nice cocktail menu— Bread Zeppelin NEW LISTING! with Jasper’s famous Maytag Bleu Cheese Potato Chips and Prosciutto optional (and very reasonably priced). The sweet corn chowder with ca- of everyone’s Date Night list. Swing by for Sunday brunch, too. Wang’s is famous for nicely-sized portions of well-seasoned Asian Fusion we keep coming back for the Lychee Martini. While sandwich wraps may have been soooo 1990’s, you gotta admit— Wrapped Shrimp ‘N Grits. We’re slightly addicted to the smoky Blistered shew cream is rich and filling, at a surprisingly low 164 calories. For heart- 2808 Greenville Ave. | Dallas food, served in a sleek, contemporary atmosphere. Large round tables 9625 Plano Rd., Ste. 500 | Dallas there’s something pretty appealing about cramming a bunch of delicious Shishito Peppers served with lime and Falksalt.