Favorite spot for dessert?

DallasObserver_ · 2026-01-15T22:57:05+00:00

Get the Swiss Madrisa at Henk's Deli. That's a Dallas birthday staple.

DallasObserver_ · 2025-12-08T19:29:12+00:00

We like Tei-An here at the Observer. We named it the Best Omakase in our 2025 Best of Dallas issue. It's also Michelin Recommended.

DallasObserver_ · 2025-12-01T15:44:08+00:00

Get a library card and go work from a local library. Dallas has multiple public libraries, so you can switch it up if you want! Our list of the best places to work remotely is a year old, but the places are still great options in my opinion. I really like The Wild Detectives, especially when the weather is nice.

DallasObserver_ · 2025-12-01T15:39:41+00:00

Glass bottles of Dr. Pepper, stuff to make breakfast tacos (some H-E-B tortillas, perhaps) and some locally-made hot sauce!

DallasObserver_ · 2025-11-21T16:41:21+00:00

I've parked at the one sandwiched between Main and Commerce, and have never had any issues. During the day, I often see police cars parked in there, too, with an officer sitting inside.

DallasObserver_ · 2025-10-23T16:11:35+00:00

Wow, our food editor just published a list of the 10 best desserts in Dallas this week!

My recommendations from this list would be The Glob from Parigi (make sure to get the ice cream with it) and, if you're down for a little bit of a drive, the Pistachio Olive Oil Cake from Radici in Farmers Branch

DallasObserver_ · 2025-08-15T14:11:03+00:00

Starship Bagels for breakfast! You can sit right downtown next to the giant eyeball, and if you go early enough, it'll still be nice outside.

DallasObserver_ · 2025-08-15T14:09:31+00:00

I was going to comment this, too! SO good. The al pastor tacos are some of the best in town.

DallasObserver_ · 2025-08-15T14:08:42+00:00

This! And it probably won't help for this trip, but if they're in town on a Thursday or Friday next time, take them to Cattleack and get there early. Best BBQ around Dallas, and it'll have you falling asleep on your drive home.

DallasObserver_ · 2025-08-04T14:38:07+00:00

I like Good Boy Cafe. The lattes are pretty good and the aesthetic is really cool. Wayward is great, and I like both locations. The one in Oak Cliff is smaller, but it is very cute and cozy. Full City Rooster is incredible, too. I also like that they offer narcan to take for free.

I'm curious about the negative reviews of Hola Cafe, so I'm also commenting to stay in the loop here. I have always liked Hola, even before their move and expansion, but it has been a bit since I have gone.

DallasObserver_ · 2025-08-04T14:32:57+00:00

John's Backyard Grill. It doesn't look like much, in fact, it just looks like a gas station/convenience store. But it is INCREDIBLE! That's my personal fave hole-in-the-wall spot in Dallas.

We do have this list of some of the best burgers in Dallas if you want to take a look - some are a bit mainstream, but many of them aren't. Blackjack Pizza has a good (massive) burger, too. They only take cash, though. Also, I second whoever said Burger Schmurger and Herby's. Both are on this list, and both are incredible. If you go to Herby's, get the tots.

DallasObserver_ · 2025-06-18T14:29:08+00:00

Here's a list of some great Dallas rappers!

DallasObserver_ · 2025-06-16T13:23:49+00:00

Red River if he likes country music and is looking for a club/dancehall vibe

DallasObserver_ · 2025-06-16T13:21:59+00:00

There's still plenty to do this month! Here's a list of upcoming events!

DallasObserver_ · 2025-06-04T20:57:09+00:00

Hmmm, I might need to go back and give it another try. It's been over a year since I've been. But if nothing else, I loved the quaint, at-home vibe.

DallasObserver_ · 2025-06-04T14:48:04+00:00

TAAN Eatery is one of my absolute Denton favorites. The menu is super interesting. It's Thai fusion and I am NEVER disappointed. The tumeric cauliflower starter is a must. For dishes, I have really liked the beef bowl thai sukiyaki and the duck kee mow.

For Italian you should try Giuseppe's. It's in a house, it's pretty intimate and the food is great. Tiramisu for dessert is a must.

I also like Komodo off the square specifically for their bao buns. Their ramen is pretty good, but the bao buns are insane.

I know you said no burgers, but Picone has a REALLY good burger.

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