Hank Vaughn

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Map Kitchen in Carrollton Is Now Open and Ripe for Culinary Adventure

1 week ago | dallasobserver.com | Hank Vaughn

A small island of restaurants in a residential area of northeast Carrollton is the home to what seems like a rotating roster of Asian restaurants, many always worth checking out. The most recent addition is Mập Kitchen , which opened late last fall with the goal of serving up flavors from three countries: Vietnam, China, and Thailand.
The Dallas Restaurants We Miss the Most

2 weeks ago | dallasobserver.com | Hank Vaughn

Highland Park Cafeteria managed to stay open for almost a century and was once written up by The New York Times, which lauded its egalitarian sensibilities where the rich and not-so-rich dined together in harmony. The pandemic and the loss of traffic, however, was too much to overcome for this old-school Dallas institution. Recently Departed But Seems Like Years AlreadyNot Too Long Ago, But StillReally? Gone That Long Already?
Portillo's Papal Tribute Beef Sandwich The Leo Available in Dallas

3 weeks ago | dallasobserver.com | Hank Vaughn

This past Thursday, the conclave of cardinals shocked the world when they chose Robert Francis Prevost to be pope. An American pope had always been considered a long shot, but Prevost beat the odds. Born and raised in Chicago, it was initially reported that he was a Cubs fan.
DH Noodle & Grill Arrives in North Texas, Bringing Food From Northwest China

1 month ago | dallasobserver.com | Hank Vaughn

In far-off Northwest China lies the city of Dunhuang, an ancient stop along the Silk Road from a couple of millennia ago.
Moriya Shokudo Upgrades from Food Court Stall to Standalone Restaurant

1 month ago | dallasobserver.com | Hank Vaughn

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Dallas Dive Bar Adds Chicago's Maxwell Street Polish to Its Menu

1 month ago | dallasobserver.com | Hank Vaughn

Rumor has it that right before the outbreak of World War II, Jim’s Original hot dog stand in Chicago’s old Maxwell Steet Market District debuted a new tubular treat: grilled Polish sausage served in a bun and topped with mustard, grilled onions and sport peppers.
Far North Dallas Latin Fusion Spot Sabores Latin Now Open

2 months ago | dallasobserver.com | Hank Vaughn

There’s been an explosion of Latin restaurants in farthest North Dallas lately, with the newest edition, Sabores Latin House , opening this past November at the intersection of the Dallas North Tollway and Trinity Mills.Sabores is a Latin fusion spot whose website boasts “one thousand flavors in one place,” and true to its word, no single cuisine dominates here.
The 16 Best Dallas Rooftops for Dining and Drinks

2 months ago | dallasobserver.com | Hank Vaughn |Aaren Prody

Rumor has it that spring has finally arrived, and while it may only last a week or so here in North Texas, it’s time to start planning and taking advantage of this transitory clement weather by noshing a bit over a cocktail or three while taking in the glorious views and sunsets that North Texas can offer from some of its finer rooftop patios and terraces.While no list can cover all the options available for high-altitude al fresco dining, the following compilation is a good start.
Pastelito Hugo Serves Up Venezuelan Fare in Far North Dallas

2 months ago | dallasobserver.com | Hank Vaughn

Every Latin American culture has its own version of the humble dumpling, which takes the form of fried or baked pockets filled with a wide range of savory and sweet ingredients. The two most common regional forms are the empanada and the pastelito, and while very similar, they also have subtle differences. The empanada is perhaps better known. It originated in the Galicia region of Spain before reaching Latin America.
The 6 Best Things We Ate in Dallas in February 2025

Mar 4, 2025 | dallasobserver.com | Nick Reynolds |Lauren Drewes Daniels |Desiree Gutierrez |Hank Vaughn

We eat a lot. So when we get excited about something, it's usually for good reason. February was no exception with pizza, chicken fried steak, Rasta Pasta and smoky mozzarella.We’re simple people. When we hear about a good chicken-fried steak, we go eat it. In February, thanks to a reader tip, we discovered a chicken-fried steak for the ages.