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Bishop Arts District
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Food scene
To truly be where the hipsters are in Bishop Arts, Paradiso is stop number one. The Mediterranean menu offers a trip all the way around Southern Europe, while the millennial pink decor, prolific greenery, and booming music make a strong statement about who is Paradiso’s core customer demographic.
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Paradiso
308 N Bishop AveTo truly be where the hipsters are in Bishop Arts, Paradiso is stop number one. The Mediterranean menu offers a trip all the way around Southern Europe, while the millennial pink decor, prolific greenery, and booming music make a strong statement about who is Paradiso’s core customer demographic.
Elegant bistro featuring Afghan cuisine with vegetarian & gluten-free options, plus Sunday brunch
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Nora Restaurant and Bar
205 N Bishop AveElegant bistro featuring Afghan cuisine with vegetarian & gluten-free options, plus Sunday brunch
Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Oddfellows is an all-day fave. The menu of comfort food (like pozole verde, shrimp with poblano cheddar grits, and sweet potato gnocci) features an interesting mix of diverse influences. During brunch, frosé is on offer, along with carafes of bloody marys and mimosas.
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Oddfellows
316 W 7th StOpen for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Oddfellows is an all-day fave. The menu of comfort food (like pozole verde, shrimp with poblano cheddar grits, and sweet potato gnocci) features an interesting mix of diverse influences. During brunch, frosé is on offer, along with carafes of bloody marys and mimosas.
Reservations at Lucia go quickly — sometimes months in advance, and for good reason. Chef David Uygur’s pasta, charcuterie, and inventive Italian dishes have been praised by every critic and diner in the city. Pro-tip: Go alone and score a spot at Lucia’s counter, which offers open seating.
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Lucia
287 North Bishop AvenueReservations at Lucia go quickly — sometimes months in advance, and for good reason. Chef David Uygur’s pasta, charcuterie, and inventive Italian dishes have been praised by every critic and diner in the city. Pro-tip: Go alone and score a spot at Lucia’s counter, which offers open seating.
Chef Jon Stevens’ modern American spot centers around the restaurant’s wood-fired grill, which chars up entrees like Wagyu meatloaf and New York strip with chimichurri sauce. The menu changes frequently, so pay attention to Stevens’ specials for the most interesting dishes on offer.
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Stock & Barrel
316 W Davis StChef Jon Stevens’ modern American spot centers around the restaurant’s wood-fired grill, which chars up entrees like Wagyu meatloaf and New York strip with chimichurri sauce. The menu changes frequently, so pay attention to Stevens’ specials for the most interesting dishes on offer.
A favorite for brunch, dinner, or dessert, Cretia’s offers consistently solid Cajun-inspired fare that is a good option for satisfying a crowd or picky eaters. Plus, the bounty of baked goods including pies, breads, and other treats is always on point.
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Cretia's Eatery and Bake Shoppe
228 W Davis StA favorite for brunch, dinner, or dessert, Cretia’s offers consistently solid Cajun-inspired fare that is a good option for satisfying a crowd or picky eaters. Plus, the bounty of baked goods including pies, breads, and other treats is always on point.
Home to some of the city’s best barbecue, Lockhart Smokehouse brings a Hill Country pedigree. Owner Jill Grobowsky Bergus’ grandfather helmed the iconic Kreuz Market in until the 1980s, and it’s still in the family. With no need to improve on a classic, this spot has its sausages shipped in fresh from Lockhart.
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Lockhart Smokehouse BBQ
400 W Davis StHome to some of the city’s best barbecue, Lockhart Smokehouse brings a Hill Country pedigree. Owner Jill Grobowsky Bergus’ grandfather helmed the iconic Kreuz Market in until the 1980s, and it’s still in the family. With no need to improve on a classic, this spot has its sausages shipped in fresh from Lockhart.
In this light, airy spot, order up a plate of Asian-inspired Cajun food, dubbed by Krio as “Far East meets the Deep South.” This is not a combination easily found anywhere else in the Metroplex, so this might be one of the best spots to try crawfish bisque and Jambalaya eggrolls. Bonus, Krio is offering industry prices on Monday nights with deals from 4 p.m. until the kitchen closes.
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Bishop Arts Station
In this light, airy spot, order up a plate of Asian-inspired Cajun food, dubbed by Krio as “Far East meets the Deep South.” This is not a combination easily found anywhere else in the Metroplex, so this might be one of the best spots to try crawfish bisque and Jambalaya eggrolls. Bonus, Krio is offering industry prices on Monday nights with deals from 4 p.m. until the kitchen closes.
Eno’s created such a loyal following for its cracker-thin-crust pizzas over its 10 years in Bishop Arts, it added multiple locations. Diners of the original will find a sizable selection of beers on tap plus a smaller but well-curated wine list. Pro tip: go lighter on the toppings to ensure the pizza crust stays ultra crisp.
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Eno's Pizza Tavern
407 N Bishop AveEno’s created such a loyal following for its cracker-thin-crust pizzas over its 10 years in Bishop Arts, it added multiple locations. Diners of the original will find a sizable selection of beers on tap plus a smaller but well-curated wine list. Pro tip: go lighter on the toppings to ensure the pizza crust stays ultra crisp.
While not technically a restaurant, the pies at Emporium are hearty enough to consider a meal. Order up a slice of the Smooth Operator (French silk) or the Drunken Nut (bourbon-pecan) and pair with a cup of coffee for an ideal afternoon snack.
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Emporium Pies
314 N Bishop AveWhile not technically a restaurant, the pies at Emporium are hearty enough to consider a meal. Order up a slice of the Smooth Operator (French silk) or the Drunken Nut (bourbon-pecan) and pair with a cup of coffee for an ideal afternoon snack.
Artisanal donut shoppe & coffee bar focusing on chef-made, small-batch, craft donuts using the highest quality ingredients with everything made in house.
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The Salty Donut
414 W Davis StArtisanal donut shoppe & coffee bar focusing on chef-made, small-batch, craft donuts using the highest quality ingredients with everything made in house.
Sightseeing
Imaginative gift shop offering edgy greeting cards, unique household items, candles & funky artwork.
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Bishop Street Market
419 N Bishop AveImaginative gift shop offering edgy greeting cards, unique household items, candles & funky artwork.
Dallas Zoo aka Dallas Zoological Park is a 106-acre zoo located 3 miles south of downtown Dallas, Texas, in Marsalis Park. Established in 1888, it is the oldest and largest zoological park in Texas and is managed by the non-profit Dallas Zoological Society. It is home to over 2,000 animals representing 406 species.
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Dallas Zoo station
614 S Ewing AveDallas Zoo aka Dallas Zoological Park is a 106-acre zoo located 3 miles south of downtown Dallas, Texas, in Marsalis Park. Established in 1888, it is the oldest and largest zoological park in Texas and is managed by the non-profit Dallas Zoological Society. It is home to over 2,000 animals representing 406 species.
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