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Let the dining begin! DFW Restaurant Week Gives Back to North Texas Food Bank and Lena Pope.

August 11, 2026August 11, 2026 Nelli Tokleh SproullLeave a comment
dfw retaurant week 30 years

Three decades of dining out for a cause!

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this is a community project of a few (20+ now!) Dallas based nerds who happen to like food. probably a little too much. do you heart food? do you take pictures of everything before you eat it? Do you use foursquare, foodspotting, yelp, instagram, pinterest and twitter to share about food? Do you live or travel to the Dallas area? join us. Questions or concerns can be directed at DFN founders @Elysa or @RoryEllis or email foodie AT dallasfoodnerd.com Follow my blog with Bloglovin

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Everyday Happy Hour? Sharable plates on the patio? Everyday Happy Hour? Sharable plates on the patio? That’s exactly what you’ll get when you stop in to @rasushi to try out their new menu! We tried the: Pineapple Cheese Wontons Chicken Fried Rice RA’ckin Roll Crazy Monkey Roll Shrimp Hibachi RA’ckin fried shrimp Pineapple cake The new menu and specials are perfect for ordering a little bit of everything and sharing with the table. Add this to your summer must-have list! 📍 Addison *hosted #dallasfoodnerd 📷: @ashleemademedoit
@torchystacos has landed in Uptown Dallas! 🌮🎉 This @torchystacos has landed in Uptown Dallas! 🌮🎉 This Austin cult favorite taco spot is serving up all the Torchy’s favorites we know and love, including their famous tacos, flavorful taco bowls, fresh salads, and of course, plenty of margaritas!🍹 And you can’t visit without ordering the green chile queso…one of the classic must-tries! 🧀🌶️ If you’re in Uptown and looking for a casual spot for tacos, margs and more, add this to your list. 📍 2305 Cedar Springs Road in Uptown Dallas *invited #dallasfoodnerd
You know those hidden gems that turn out to have s You know those hidden gems that turn out to have some of the most unbelievable food in the city? Yeah, @oldwestdallas is EXACTLY that. Old West Dallas Taqueria and Panaderi is blending time-honored traditions with serious flavor, serving up real deal taqueria staples alongside a bakery case full of fresh pan dulce. What we loaded up on: Barbacoa & Carne Asada Al Pastor Tacos Hearty Menudo Fresh Pan Dulce & Pastries for the sweet finish It’s authentic, welcoming, and open super early if you need that early morning taco fix. Don’t sleep on this spot! Who else loves finding low-key spots like this? Drop your favorite local hidden gem below! 📍5227 Singleton Blvd., Dallas *invited #dallasfoodnerd 📸: @feliciajarrell_
The word has spread fast that @cocoshrimp finally The word has spread fast that @cocoshrimp finally has a location in Dallas! Their new Wycliff Avenue location officially celebrates its Grand Opening Monday, 8/10 🍤🎉 There are SO many shrimp flavors to choose from including Classic Coconut, Sweet & Spicy, Butter Garlic, Spicy, and Lemon Herb. Can’t pick just one? The Sampler Plate lets you try three different flavors in one meal! 👏 And the Shrimp Tacos are a MUST 🌮🍤 They were ranked #45 Best Taco in the Nation by Yelp and come loaded with crispy coconut shrimp, buttery rice, romaine, sweet chili sauce + cilantro-lime dressing, all wrapped in a buttery flour tortilla. 🤤 We’ll definitely be dining here often! 🤩🍤🌮 📍 Wycliff Ave, Dallas 📅 Grand Opening: Monday, 8/10 *invited #dallasfoodnerd
If anyone has an in with Apple, tell them we’ve go If anyone has an in with Apple, tell them we’ve got ideas to level up their emojis. Maybe it’s a little self‑serving, but every true Dallasite needs these on their keyboard too! 😝 What else should they add?
We love a consistent book club and another reason We love a consistent book club and another reason to eat! This time, our group discussed One of the Girls by Lucy Clark over brunch at @breadwinnerscafe We didn’t solve the mystery but we did eat some delicious food! 😝 We had some biscuits & sausage gravy and fried chicken & waffles. The jalapeno bacon cheddar waffles added a nice light kick of flavor! Can’t wait to visit again when it’s a little cooler to sit on the patio! 📍We chose the Uptown location this time but their second location is inside @northparkcenter
$30 Cowgirl Dinner 🤠 The Cowgirl Dinner at @haywi $30 Cowgirl Dinner 🤠 The Cowgirl Dinner at @haywirerestaurants was such a hit this past spring, they to run it back! It’s their take on the viral Girl Dinner. For just $30, you get a 5 oz steak, Caesar salad, tallow fries, and your pick of a Lemon Drop Martini or Margarita. Everything’s bigger in TX…but not this deal! Because we love everything at Haywire, we also ordered the Chef’s “Favorite 4” starter (elk tacos, fried green tomatoes, onion rings, & queso blanco). Plus a Chipotle Chocolate Cake, because we’re still girls, after all. 🤭 Round up your girl gang, dust off that cowgirl hat and boots, and plan a girls night out! 📍Plano, Uptown, and across TX *hosted #dallasfoodnerd
A coffee shop that’s open LATE!☕ @mokacocoffee is A coffee shop that’s open LATE!☕ @mokacocoffee is a new specialty Yemeni café in Prosper, rooted in one of the oldest coffee cultures in the world. Hailing from New York, this shop is inviting, and honestly one of the best coworking spots in this area that we’ve experienced. The lattes, espressos, refreshers, and breakfast bites will keep you going. This coffee shop is different and you will feel it the moment you walk in! Open until 10pm on Sundays-Thursdays and until 11pm on Fridays/Saturdays. 📍 2281 E. University Drive, Prosper, TX *hosted #dallasfoodnerd 📸: @feliciajarrell_
Hidden gem Chinese food spot in Frisco! ✨@zhaostar Hidden gem Chinese food spot in Frisco! ✨@zhaostarbistrofrisco We stopped in to Zhao Star China Bistro in Frisco for lunch & were so impressed by the huge & authentic menu! This place serves both Chinese classics like beef flat noodles & dry fried string bean and takeout favorites like sesame chicken & shrimp fried rice. They also have dim sum items like shumai & BBQ pork buns! Plus a cute little robot brings out your food, which is so fun. 🤖 Everything we tried was super comforting & delicious, just like your favorite Chinese food should be. Our surprise favorite was the Salt & Pepper Shrimp, which was so crispy & well seasoned. PS they have lunch specials during the week starting at just $10.95! If you’re looking for your new favorite Chinese food restaurant—or a great takeout option—this is your spot! 🥡 📍6363 Dallas Pkwy, Frisco *sponsored #dallasfoodnerd 📷: @amypyen
Golden Hour 🌅 at @delilahdallas is the after work Golden Hour 🌅 at @delilahdallas is the after work move. This old Hollywood spot is your next stop for Happy Hour in Dallas. We shared the Champagne Papi for Two 🥂, Tuna Tartare, Crispy Cauliflower (GF), and Chicken Tenders with ranch and hot honey. Whether you’re catching up with friends or easing into the evening, Golden Hour in Dallas starts at Delilah with half-off signature cocktails and shareable bites, Tuesday–Sunday from 5–6 PM. 📍1616 Hi Line Drive, Dallas a @hwoodgroup concept *invited 📸: @jeanerjeaner
It’s National Oyster Day! 🦪🦪🦪🦪 A holiday we tend It’s National Oyster Day! 🦪🦪🦪🦪 A holiday we tend to celebrate every day! Doing a cheers for all of the delicious oysters in our area! Café Dior @eatalydallas @houseoftorowestlake @rambleroomsniderplaza @trulucksrestaurant @thehudsonhouse
Modern Indian cuisine rooted in regional classics, Modern Indian cuisine rooted in regional classics, a stunning space, and live entertainment that brings the whole vibe together in a way that is hard to put into words, that’s the @themangoyard. What we ordered: TANDOOR & SMALL PLATES: Lamb Chops · Chicken Tikka · Seekh Kebab · Chilli Pepper Shrimp MAINS: Authentic Hyderabadi Dum Biryani (Mutton) · Exotic Nawabi Chicken Korma · Varuval Branzino SIDES: Garlic Naan DESSERT: Coffee Tiramisu Everything from start to finish was delicious and that is not an exaggeration. The Coffee Tiramisu at the end was the perfect close to a perfect meal. 📍 Frisco, TX ✨ Hosted #dallasfoodnerd 📸 @feliciajarrell_
Last week we saw an early screening of Spider-Man: Last week we saw an early screening of Spider-Man: Brand New Day and… yeah, you gotta go see this one!🕷️ This big superhero movie broke dozens of records already and pulled in $360M just on opening weekend. In theaters now. 🎥 #dallasfoodnerd @fons_pr
Bagels & Coffee in Frisco! 🥯 The cutest (& tasti Bagels & Coffee in Frisco! 🥯 The cutest (& tastiest) bagel shop in Frisco lives right on Main Street: @bagelology.bagels.coffee There’s almost always a line out the door, which makes sense because their bagels are fluffy, tasty, and so pretty, and the cream cheese is made with real fruits & veggies for that perfect, fresh bite. It’s our go-to on the weekend, even if we have to weave in between the crowd🤭. Nerdy tip: Visit during any holiday or event! They have a true talent for turning bagels into an adorable celebration! 📍Frisco *gifted #dallasfoodnerd
A dinner we’re still thinking about @oceanprimedal A dinner we’re still thinking about @oceanprimedallas 🥂 Some dinners are just dinner. This one felt like an event. We walked into Ocean Prime not expecting to order half the menu, but one bite of the parmesan baked scallops and the jumbo shrimp cocktail and we knew we were in for a treat. The lobster linguine came out next, and it might be the best pasta we’ve had in Dallas this year. The branzino followed, flaky and perfectly seasoned, with the truffle mac & cheese and carrots and almonds rounding things out on the side. Every plate was phenomenal. And then dessert happened. Decedent chocolate cake. Ten-layer carrot cake. Honestly, no regrets. If you’re in Dallas and looking for a restaurant that turns a dinner into a memory, @oceanprimedallas is the move. Come hungry, stay for the cake. 🦞🍰 📍 Dallas *hosted #dallasfoodnerd 📷: @ashleemademedoit
What if you could turn your favorite food or scent What if you could turn your favorite food or scent into your own custom candle? 🕯️ That’s exactly what Community Candle Co. does when you invite them to your business, home or office for a candle-making experience with your crew. They’ll bring an assortment of high quality oils and educate you on the science behind candle pouring all while you create your very own candle. Perfect experience for girls night, team building or just a good night in! Follow @thecommunitycandleco and tell them we scent you 😉 *gifted #dallasfoodnerd 📸 @ashleemademedoit
13 time world pizza champion. We let the resume sp 13 time world pizza champion. We let the resume speak for itself! @slicehousefrisco brings serious pizza credentials to the table and every single slice we tasted backs it up. Artisan craft meets fast casual and somehow it works perfectly. New York, Detroit, Grandma, Sicilian, the styles are all here and they are all done right✅ What we tried: SLICES: BBQ Chicken · Little Italy · Pepperoni · Detroit Motorhead · Burrata Queen · and more DESSERT: Cannolis · Pistachio was the personal favorite and it was not close. The cannolis alone deserve their own post. One last note: the Detroit Motorhead pizza is the move if you have never tried Detroit style. Tony Gemignani built a legacy for a reason and one visit to Slice House will show you exactly why. 📍 Frisco, TX ✨ Hosted #dallasfoodnerd 📸: @feliciajarrell_
Sugar and Sage Bakery Takeover at Eataly’s Terra! Sugar and Sage Bakery Takeover at Eataly’s Terra! 🥐 As if Terra at @eatalydallas in @northparkcenter could get higher on our list of Dallas favorite restaurants, they’ve partnered with another of our favorite Dallas bakeries, @sugarandsagebakerydallas for swoon-worthy seasonal additions to the brunch menu now through Aug 23rd. We tried two pastries and the other two tempted us to come back and try in the coming weeks! 🥐💛 Delightful pastries we tried: 🥐Brioche al Salmone – Scallion & Cream Cheese-filled brioche, Catsmo Smoked Salmon, Capers, and Frisée 🥐Danish alla Pesca – Peach, Goat Cheese & Thyme Danish with Fresh Brûléed Peaches and Smoked Vanilla Gelato ⭐⭐Made just for Eataly. Grab it before it’s gone. Pastries we’re trying next time: 🥐Mini Pastry Basket – A Selection of Miniature Gluten-Free Banana Bread, Kouign Amann, Cinnamon Roll, and Pain au Chocolat 🥐Danish Uova e Bacon – Sugar & Sage’s Signature Savory Danish topped with a Wood-fired Sunny-Side Egg, Provolone, and Double-Smoked Bacon 📍NorthPark Center, Dallas *hosted #DallasFoodNerd 📷: @amypyen & @denimlikethejean
Endless omakase?? Say less, we’re in! We headed Endless omakase?? Say less, we’re in! We headed back to @hinokisushibar in Frisco to try out their new concept, Endless Omakase! 🍣✨ You heard right. It’s a 15 course omakase experience where you do the initial 14 courses & then you can do endless rounds of nigiri or handrolls until time or stomach space runs out! For just $75, it’s truly an amazing deal. Every course was beautifully plated & delicious, but we especially loved the toro & the 2 preparations of scallop we got to try. There was also a special A5 Wagyu beef uni caviar dish that blew our mind. 🤯 FYI: additional rounds of nigiri come out in sets of 4 & remains chef’s choice. Save just the tiniest bit of space though: the dessert, a miso ice cream crumble with olive oil drizzle, was actually spectacular. Heads up: they are still working out the kinks of this concept so if you need any sort of special accommodation, please reach out in advance! ⏰ 90 minute seating 🍣 15 course omakase, followed by endless rounds of nigiri or handrolls 💵 $75 🎟️ Reservation only, on OpenTable 📍 8050 Preston, Frisco *hosted #dallasomakase #dfwomakase 📷: @amypyen
Award-winning Taiwanese tea shop in North Texas! 🫖 Award-winning Taiwanese tea shop in North Texas! 🫖 We were invited in to @chichasanchen.tx, the Carrollton location of the famous tea shop from Taiwan. You might remember when this chain first made it to Texas last year, there was an hours long wait to get in! Chicha’s famous tea is made from leaves hand-picked during peak season in Taiwan & brewed to order—you can really taste the difference. Most drinks can also be customized to the sweetness & ice level you want, with additional toppings like konjac & grass jelly available, which reminded this Taiwanese contributor of home! Even for the boba lover with the most tried & true order, this shop will make you spend time considering their huge variety of drinks, including Peach, Lemon, Taro & a seasonal Plum series. Here was our order, but it was literally so hard to decide! 🧋Bubble Volcano 🧋Osmanthus Oolong Tea with Mango 🧋Cream Mango Tart 🧋Dong Ding Oolong Tea with Mousse 🧋Peach Oolong Tea with Mousse tl;dr: It really is worth the hype. If you love boba & haven’t made it to Chicha San Chen, let this be your sign! 📍Carrollton *hosted #dallasboba #dfwboba 📷: @amypyen
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