The best restaurants in Haltom City

226 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Taqueria Mexica

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Casual eatery serving familiar staples like chilaquiles, tacos and rice and beans in a no-frills setting.

4100 Rufe Snow Dr Ste B (North Richland Hills)

Casual eatery serving familiar staples like chilaquiles, tacos and rice and beans in a no-frills setting.

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Goldfish Sushi

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Casual eatery with an array of sushi rolls and other Japanese fare, plus an all-you-can-eat option.

4613 Denton Hwy suit #45

Casual eatery with an array of sushi rolls and other Japanese fare, plus an all-you-can-eat option.

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Local, mom-and-pop-style pizzeria for New York-style pies and pasta dishes, plus cheese bread.

5111 N Beach St STE 100 (Fort Worth)

Local, mom-and-pop-style pizzeria for New York-style pies and pasta dishes, plus cheese bread.

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Low-key, cozy spot with traditional fare such as pupusas in a humble setting.

7000 Baker Blvd (Richland Hills)

Low-key, cozy spot with traditional fare such as pupusas in a humble setting.

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Casual, takeout eatery specializing in authentic Mexican staples such as breakfast burritos and tacos.

831 N Sylvania Ave (Fort Worth)

Casual, takeout eatery specializing in authentic Mexican staples such as breakfast burritos and tacos.

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Cicis Pizza

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Italian chain offering an array of specialty pizzas, plus classic pastas & salads.

950 N Beach St (Fort Worth)

Italian chain offering an array of specialty pizzas, plus classic pastas & salads.

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Marco's Pizza

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Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.

7047 Blvd 26 Ste 200 (North Richland Hills)

Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.

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365 Tacos

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Casual restaurant, and truck stop, dishing up familiar Mexican eats, with delivery and takeout options.

3101 North Fwy #200 (Fort Worth)

Casual restaurant, and truck stop, dishing up familiar Mexican eats, with delivery and takeout options.

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El Puerto

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Casual restaurant serving familiar Mexican eats, plus seafood like ceviche.

2700 NE 28th St (Fort Worth)

Casual restaurant serving familiar Mexican eats, plus seafood like ceviche.

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Pizza Inn

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Pizzeria & buffet chain offering several crust options, plus pastas & more.

6900 Blvd 26 (Richland Hills)

Pizzeria & buffet chain offering several crust options, plus pastas & more.

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Micas Taqueria

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Casual eatery offering typical Mexican plates such as tacos and pozole, plus a kids' menu.

801 N Sylvania Ave (Fort Worth)

Casual eatery offering typical Mexican plates such as tacos and pozole, plus a kids' menu.

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Chuck E. Cheese

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Kid-friendly chain known for its arcade games, pizza parties & play zones.

7110 S Westmoreland Rd (Dallas)

Kid-friendly chain known for its arcade games, pizza parties & play zones.

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Poke Stop

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Japanese restaurant offering sushi, ramen, poke bowls, and other comfort foods in an informal setting.

8605 N Beach St (Fort Worth)

Japanese restaurant offering sushi, ramen, poke bowls, and other comfort foods in an informal setting.

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Marco's Pizza

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Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.

12650 N Beach St Ste 110 (Fort Worth)

Counter-serve chain serving up a menu of specialty or custom pizzas for takeout or delivery.

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Casual eatery located at a gas station offers tacos and other familiar Mexican bites, plus breakfast options.

5025 Broadway Ave

Casual eatery located at a gas station offers tacos and other familiar Mexican bites, plus breakfast options.

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Family-run Italian restaurant serving pizza and other standards, plus BYOB.

5800 N Tarrant Pkwy #110 (Fort Worth)

Family-run Italian restaurant serving pizza and other standards, plus BYOB.

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Taqueria Temo

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Casual eatery specializing in al pastor and other traditional Mexican dishes.

4900 Broadway Ave

Casual eatery specializing in al pastor and other traditional Mexican dishes.

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Jet's Pizza

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Counter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.

5040 N Tarrant Pkwy (Fort Worth)

Counter-serve chain offering Detroit-style pizza with flavored crusts, plus wings & subs.

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Don Taco

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Spacious counter-service joint for tacos, fajitas & other Mexican favorites, plus big margaritas.

3529 Heritage Trace Pkwy #101 (Fort Worth)

Spacious counter-service joint for tacos, fajitas & other Mexican favorites, plus big margaritas.

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MOD Pizza

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Counter-serve, industrial-chic chain restaurant known for build-your-own pizzas.

3101 Heritage Trace Pkwy Ste 105 (Fort Worth)

Counter-serve, industrial-chic chain restaurant known for build-your-own pizzas.

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Strip-mall American eatery serving updated soul food & vegan dishes with soft drinks & smoothies.

4141 W Wheatland Rd (Dallas)

Strip-mall American eatery serving updated soul food & vegan dishes with soft drinks & smoothies.

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Casual pizzeria serving New York-style pies and other Italian fare, including handmade pasta.

11477 Woodland Springs Dr #155 (Fort Worth)

Casual pizzeria serving New York-style pies and other Italian fare, including handmade pasta.

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This Italian spot features classic pasta & meat dishes in a space with dark wood & a patio.

12477 Timberland Blvd #633 (Fort Worth)

This Italian spot features classic pasta & meat dishes in a space with dark wood & a patio.

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Taste of Asia

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Unassuming eatery in a shopping center offering popular Chinese, Japanese, Korean & Thai dishes.

Located in Kroger, shopping center, 12584 N Beach St #144 (Fort Worth)

Unassuming eatery in a shopping center offering popular Chinese, Japanese, Korean & Thai dishes.

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Local chain for pies & family Italian recipes in simple, casual surroundings with BYOB policy.

8645 N Beach St (Fort Worth)

Local chain for pies & family Italian recipes in simple, casual surroundings with BYOB policy.

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Cozy hangout featuring a "meatball ferris wheel" alongside other Italian fare and handmade pasta.

3200 Tracewood Wy Ste 110 (Fort Worth)

Cozy hangout featuring a "meatball ferris wheel" alongside other Italian fare and handmade pasta.

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Tacos la welta

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Relaxed restaurant serving enchiladas, quesadillas, burritos and other traditional Mexican dishes.

8702 S Lancaster Rd (Dallas)

Relaxed restaurant serving enchiladas, quesadillas, burritos and other traditional Mexican dishes.

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Taco Casa

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Branch of a Texas-based chain serving casual Mexican fare such as tacos, burritos & nachos.

3160 Denton Hwy

Branch of a Texas-based chain serving casual Mexican fare such as tacos, burritos & nachos.

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Tex-Mex outlet serving tacos, enchiladas and more, plus margaritas and beer and free ice cream.

3408 Denton Hwy

Tex-Mex outlet serving tacos, enchiladas and more, plus margaritas and beer and free ice cream.

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Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.

1140 W Camp Wisdom Rd (Dallas)

Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.

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Rosati's Pizza

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Italian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.

5152 Golden Triangle Blvd (Fort Worth)

Italian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.

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Los Molcajetes

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Laid-back eatery featuring authentic Mexican staples, including enchiladas suizas and pozole, plus cocktails and beer.

2306 S Buckner Blvd (Dallas)

Laid-back eatery featuring authentic Mexican staples, including enchiladas suizas and pozole, plus cocktails and beer.

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Informal restaurant serving traditional Mexican dishes in a comfy space with booth & table seating.

3628 Frankford Rd (Dallas)

Informal restaurant serving traditional Mexican dishes in a comfy space with booth & table seating.

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Mexican Sugar

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Laid-back restaurant serving Latin American comfort food, snacks & cocktails, plus weekend brunch.

3215 Regent Blvd (Irving)

Laid-back restaurant serving Latin American comfort food, snacks & cocktails, plus weekend brunch.

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Casual BYOB selling NYC-style pizza by the slice & pie plus Italian fare such as pasta dishes.

10455 N Central Expy #104 (Dallas)

Casual BYOB selling NYC-style pizza by the slice & pie plus Italian fare such as pasta dishes.

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Authentic Neapolitan pizza joint with wood-fired pies and tasty toppings served at the Dallas Farmers Market.

920 S Harwood St #120 (Dallas)

Authentic Neapolitan pizza joint with wood-fired pies and tasty toppings served at the Dallas Farmers Market.

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Pizzati

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Lively spot offering stone-baked pizzas along with pasta and wings, plus some desserts.

4032 Cedar Springs Rd (Dallas)

Lively spot offering stone-baked pizzas along with pasta and wings, plus some desserts.

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Neighborhood restaurant for Tex-Mex faves such as margaritas and fajitas, plus veggie options.

opposite building to Samsclub parking, located opposite to whataburger, 6243 Retail Rd #400 (Dallas)

Neighborhood restaurant for Tex-Mex faves such as margaritas and fajitas, plus veggie options.

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Etopicafe

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Warm eatery offering fresh Ethiopian dishes, desserts and coffee, as well as friendly service.

9560 Skillman St Ste 111 (Dallas)

Warm eatery offering fresh Ethiopian dishes, desserts and coffee, as well as friendly service.

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Panevino Osteria

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Italian spot offering familiar dishes such as lobster ravioli in an upscale, romantic atmosphere.

5000 Belt Line Rd #300 (Dallas)

Italian spot offering familiar dishes such as lobster ravioli in an upscale, romantic atmosphere.

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Pizza Getti

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Slices, pastas & a weekday lunch buffet top the menu of this longtime pizzeria (since 1968).

3320 N Buckner Blvd (Dallas)

Slices, pastas & a weekday lunch buffet top the menu of this longtime pizzeria (since 1968).

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Roman Cucina

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Local Italian restaurant serving pasta, subs & cocktails in stylish surroundings.

7989 Belt Line Rd #315 (Dallas)

Local Italian restaurant serving pasta, subs & cocktails in stylish surroundings.

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Casual restaurant for sushi rolls (including special varieties), hibachi options and fried rice.

8010 Matlock Rd (Arlington)

Casual restaurant for sushi rolls (including special varieties), hibachi options and fried rice.

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Parterre

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All-day neighborhood parlor serving world-class coffee and cocktails, plus light fare and dinner.

1601 Elm St Ste 120 (Dallas)

All-day neighborhood parlor serving world-class coffee and cocktails, plus light fare and dinner.

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In-N-Out Burger

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Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

12909 Midway Rd (Dallas)

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

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The Boiling Crab

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Casual small chain offering boiled-in-bag Cajun-spiced crawfish, oysters, shrimp & other shellfish.

13340 Audelia Rd #106 (Dallas)

Casual small chain offering boiled-in-bag Cajun-spiced crawfish, oysters, shrimp & other shellfish.

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Classic Korean BBQ & dishes with tableside grills in a casual setting & light wood decor details.

10560 Walnut St #200 (Dallas)

Classic Korean BBQ & dishes with tableside grills in a casual setting & light wood decor details.

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Long-running counter-service chain offering classic fast food including burgers, fries & milkshakes.

718 E Irving Blvd (Irving)

Long-running counter-service chain offering classic fast food including burgers, fries & milkshakes.

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Enduring Italian eatery serves classic pasta plates, pizza & more in a humble, old-school setting.

11637 Webb Chapel Rd (Dallas)

Enduring Italian eatery serves classic pasta plates, pizza & more in a humble, old-school setting.

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Informal Texas-themed chain offers a meaty menu & full bar amid cattle kitsch decor.

13561 N Central Expy (Dallas)

Informal Texas-themed chain offers a meaty menu & full bar amid cattle kitsch decor.

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Vila Brazil

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Brazilian bar & steakhouse providing premium grilled meats & classic sides in homey surrounds.

2315 W Airport Fwy (Irving)

Brazilian bar & steakhouse providing premium grilled meats & classic sides in homey surrounds.

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Edmond's Burgers & More is quietly slinging premium, never-frozen patties with big flavor, from a Blue Burger stacked with blue cheese,…

2919 W 15th St (Plano)

Edmond's Burgers & More is quietly slinging premium, never-frozen patties with big flavor, from a Blue Burger stacked with blue cheese, house sauce and avocado to a Swiss Burger with sautéed mushrooms and caramelized onions. Keep it classic or branch out this week with the Chicken Pesto on sprouted toast.

From the Arlington newsletter, August 4, 2026

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From foldable Neapolitan pies and hefty Sicilian squares to ricotta-stacked White Pizza and pepperoni pinwheels that disappear fast,…

2425 SE Green Oaks Blvd #107 (Arlington)

From foldable Neapolitan pies and hefty Sicilian squares to ricotta-stacked White Pizza and pepperoni pinwheels that disappear fast, Brooklyn's Best Pizza & Pasta handles your weeknight cravings like a pro. Add a stromboli, a classic chicken parm sub, or that crispy-edged lasagna and call it comfort secured.

From the Arlington newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Craving a mini escape this week without driving far? Love & War in Texas serves buffalo steaks, brisket, and Tex-Mex comfort, then turns…

601 E Plano Pkwy (Plano)

Craving a mini escape this week without driving far? Love & War in Texas serves buffalo steaks, brisket, and Tex-Mex comfort, then turns into a legit music hangout with country, blues, and rock almost every night. Ranch house vibes, a menu built for sharing, and that unmistakable Lone Star spirit.

From the North DFW newsletter, August 7, 2026

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City Works (The Shops at Clearfork - Fort Worth) lines up 90 taps and 8 wines on tap, with rotating seasonals spotlighting 30+ local…

5288 Monahans Ave (Fort Worth)

City Works (The Shops at Clearfork - Fort Worth) lines up 90 taps and 8 wines on tap, with rotating seasonals spotlighting 30+ local breweries, alongside legit burgers, tacos, and shareable bites. Rally the crew this week for game-worthy energy without the stadium slog.

From the Fort Worth newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Delucca Gaucho Pizza & Wine Plano does Brazilian rodizio-style service for pizza, a nonstop stream of savory and dessert slices hitting…

8240 Preston Rd #100 (Plano)

Delucca Gaucho Pizza & Wine Plano does Brazilian rodizio-style service for pizza, a nonstop stream of savory and dessert slices hitting your table.

From the Garland newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Family-owned since 1972, Cremona Bistro Italian Kitchen keeps it classic with fresh, comforting Italian plates that feel like a warm hug,…

2704 Worthington St (Dallas)

Family-owned since 1972, Cremona Bistro Italian Kitchen keeps it classic with fresh, comforting Italian plates that feel like a warm hug, from saucy pastas to cozy bistro vibes that make catching up with friends way too easy. Put it on your weeknight rotation.

From the Sherman-Denison newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Nishiki Ramen

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Plano’s Nishiki Ramen is a family-owned Japanese spot led by Tokyo-born owner Mike Furuichi, serving homemade noodles and deeply satisfying…

109 Legacy Dr Ste 140 (Plano)

Plano’s Nishiki Ramen is a family-owned Japanese spot led by Tokyo-born owner Mike Furuichi, serving homemade noodles and deeply satisfying ramen in a relaxed vibe. When the week needs a reset, slurp a bowl or grab takeout and let the nostalgic flavors do their thing.

From the Princeton newsletter, August 8, 2026

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BBQ DNA

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Family-owned and proudly Black-owned, BBQ DNA serves love-loaded barbecue with savory sauces and sides that don’t play backup. It’s the…

211 N Ervay St Ste 110 (Dallas)

Family-owned and proudly Black-owned, BBQ DNA serves love-loaded barbecue with savory sauces and sides that don’t play backup. It’s the move when you want real-deal smoke without overthinking lunch this week, and they’ll cater when the whole crew suddenly “volunteers” your place.

From the Dallas newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Compact, no-frills eatery serving mesquite-grilled burgers, sandwiches & chicken, plus beer.

1106 N Collins St (Arlington)

Compact, no-frills eatery serving mesquite-grilled burgers, sandwiches & chicken, plus beer.

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Since 1996, Italy Pasta Pizza & Subs has been turning out New York style pies and hearty pastas with dough made in-house daily, plus solid…

2221 Browning Dr (Arlington)

Since 1996, Italy Pasta Pizza & Subs has been turning out New York style pies and hearty pastas with dough made in-house daily, plus solid chicken and shrimp plates and a surprisingly good beer and wine lineup. Perfect for that weeknight when only classic, cozy Italian will do.

From the Arlington newsletter, August 10, 2026

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Informal Texas-themed chain offers a meaty menu & full bar amid cattle kitsch decor.

5845 Sandshell Dr (Fort Worth)

Informal Texas-themed chain offers a meaty menu & full bar amid cattle kitsch decor.

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No-frills counter-serve pizzeria offering Neapolitan & Sicilian pies, plus pastas & sandwiches.

4300 Matlock Rd Ste 100 (Arlington)

No-frills counter-serve pizzeria offering Neapolitan & Sicilian pies, plus pastas & sandwiches.

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Taverna Rossa

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Pizzas with gourmet, locally sourced toppings plus ample on-tap craft brews & specialty cocktails.

4005 Preston Rd Ste 512 (Plano)

Pizzas with gourmet, locally sourced toppings plus ample on-tap craft brews & specialty cocktails.

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American fare with a Texas accent, live music & a lively bar scene in ranch-reminiscent environs.

857 W John Carpenter Fwy (Irving)

American fare with a Texas accent, live music & a lively bar scene in ranch-reminiscent environs.

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Louie's

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Old-school hangout serving up beer, cocktails & thin-crust pizza in a casual, no-nonsense setting.

1839 N Henderson Ave (Dallas)

Old-school hangout serving up beer, cocktails & thin-crust pizza in a casual, no-nonsense setting.

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American chophouse with Cajun & Southwestern influences, Kobe burgers, craft cocktails & brunch.

6077 W Interstate 20 (Arlington)

American chophouse with Cajun & Southwestern influences, Kobe burgers, craft cocktails & brunch.

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BBQ chain eatery featuring house-smoked meats, stuffed baked potatoes & classic sides.

1801 Ballpark Way (Arlington)

BBQ chain eatery featuring house-smoked meats, stuffed baked potatoes & classic sides.

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Vietnamese-American fusion comfort food, cocktails & karaoke are offered till late in a funky space.

2537 N Fitzhugh Ave (Dallas)

Vietnamese-American fusion comfort food, cocktails & karaoke are offered till late in a funky space.

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Sports bar & grill offering wings, burgers & more, plus trivia nights.

4000 Bagpiper Way #140 (Arlington)

Sports bar & grill offering wings, burgers & more, plus trivia nights.

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Si Tapas

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Spanish tapas restaurant with a long wine & sherry list, outdoor seating & bohemian style.

2207 Allen St (Dallas)

Spanish tapas restaurant with a long wine & sherry list, outdoor seating & bohemian style.

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Twin Peaks

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Sports-bar chain where scantily clad waitresses serve American comfort food in lodgelike surrounds.

3312 N Central Expy (Plano)

Sports-bar chain where scantily clad waitresses serve American comfort food in lodgelike surrounds.

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Mexican joint for tacos with a patio that is cooked to order.

505 E Abram St (Arlington)

Mexican joint for tacos with a patio that is cooked to order.

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Popular casual chain dishing up chicken tenders and sliders with a range of spice levels and sides.

1709 Preston Rd A (Plano)

Popular casual chain dishing up chicken tenders and sliders with a range of spice levels and sides.

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Breezy hangout serving seafood & beach-themed cocktails in stylish, nautical surroundings.

1520 Main St (Dallas)

Breezy hangout serving seafood & beach-themed cocktails in stylish, nautical surroundings.

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

1301 N Collins St Suite 101 Suite 101 (Arlington)

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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Stylish dining room serving traditional Italian cooking with beer & wine in low-lit surroundings.

2500 NE Green Oaks Blvd #106 (Arlington)

Stylish dining room serving traditional Italian cooking with beer & wine in low-lit surroundings.

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Popular for dine-in, takeout and catering services, serving charcuterie and other dishes.

506 E Division St #130 (Arlington)

Popular for dine-in, takeout and catering services, serving charcuterie and other dishes.

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Umi Umi

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Umi Umi brings a modern, serene vibe and the kind of sushi that makes you text a photo before you take a bite. Think pristine nigiri,…

5850 K Ave #400 (Plano)

Umi Umi brings a modern, serene vibe and the kind of sushi that makes you text a photo before you take a bite. Think pristine nigiri, artful specialty rolls, and beautifully plated sashimi... perfect for a low-key upgrade to your usual midweek routine.

From the North DFW newsletter, August 14, 2026

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Vibrant, retro chain serving a seasonal menu of creative breakfast & lunch fare, plus cocktails.

8041 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 846 (Dallas)

Vibrant, retro chain serving a seasonal menu of creative breakfast & lunch fare, plus cocktails.

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Sushi Hana

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Comfortable Japanese restaurant serving up sushi, ramen, udon, bento, and other familiar eats.

2109 W Parker Rd Ste 104 (Plano)

Comfortable Japanese restaurant serving up sushi, ramen, udon, bento, and other familiar eats.

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Upscale spot offers an American menu in a spacious modern setting featuring a garden patio.

2501 N Harwood St Suite 225 (Dallas)

Upscale spot offers an American menu in a spacious modern setting featuring a garden patio.

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Italian BYOB serving brick-oven pizza & other casual fare in a cozy, neighborhood setting.

1730 W Randol Mill Rd (Arlington)

Italian BYOB serving brick-oven pizza & other casual fare in a cozy, neighborhood setting.

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Zalat Pizza

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No-frills hub for pies both traditional & with southeast Asian influences served till the wee hours.

2519 N Fitzhugh Ave (Dallas)

No-frills hub for pies both traditional & with southeast Asian influences served till the wee hours.

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Laid-back destination offering an extensive wine menu, plus Spanish-style tapas, plates & desserts.

5016 Miller Ave (Dallas)

Laid-back destination offering an extensive wine menu, plus Spanish-style tapas, plates & desserts.

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Kooly’s BBQ

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Kooly’s BBQ is all about classic Texas smoke with brisket, ribs, and those East Texas hot links, but the move is their Knockout and Big…

1219 E Illinois Ave (Dallas)

Kooly’s BBQ is all about classic Texas smoke with brisket, ribs, and those East Texas hot links, but the move is their Knockout and Big Heavyweight baked potatoes piled high with meat, plus easygoing sides like mac and cheese and beans. Make that loaded potato your move this week.

From the Forney newsletter, August 15, 2026

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Contemporary industrial-style venue for New American plates, along with a whiskey cocktail menu.

3601 Dallas Pkwy (Plano)

Contemporary industrial-style venue for New American plates, along with a whiskey cocktail menu.

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Casual spot for Texas-inspired cuisine, craft cocktails & a large selection of bourbons & whiskeys.

12300 Inwood Rd Ste 170 (Dallas)

Casual spot for Texas-inspired cuisine, craft cocktails & a large selection of bourbons & whiskeys.

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Classic sports bar & grill with TV screens, pool tables, outdoor tables & wings on the menu.

935 W Parker Rd Suite #410 (Plano)

Classic sports bar & grill with TV screens, pool tables, outdoor tables & wings on the menu.

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Modern outfit for gourmet burgers & nonbeef options, plus spiked milkshakes & creative cocktails.

8255 Preston Rd #300 (Plano)

Modern outfit for gourmet burgers & nonbeef options, plus spiked milkshakes & creative cocktails.

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Modern, clubby restaurant featuring sushi & Japanese tapas, plus fancy mixed drinks.

3131 W 7th St (Fort Worth)

Modern, clubby restaurant featuring sushi & Japanese tapas, plus fancy mixed drinks.

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Homemade stuffed pastas are the hallmark of this classic neighborhood trattoria with pizza & subs.

3100 W Arkansas Ln (Arlington)

Homemade stuffed pastas are the hallmark of this classic neighborhood trattoria with pizza & subs.

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Piccolo Mondo

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Sophisticated restaurant offering familar Italian recipes, plus a separate piano bar.

829 E Lamar Blvd (Arlington)

Sophisticated restaurant offering familar Italian recipes, plus a separate piano bar.

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Olive Burger

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Gourmet-style burgers and other Mediterranean eats in a laid-back place with a drive through.

5720 State Hwy 121 (Plano)

Gourmet-style burgers and other Mediterranean eats in a laid-back place with a drive through.

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360 Brunch House

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Casual restaurant known for breakfast and brunch, including chicken and waffles, lobster benedict, and lamb chops.

5331 E Mockingbird Ln #160 (Dallas)

Casual restaurant known for breakfast and brunch, including chicken and waffles, lobster benedict, and lamb chops.

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Classic American breakfast food & baked goods in a casual setting with New York-inspired interiors.

3330 Matlock Rd #100 (Arlington)

Classic American breakfast food & baked goods in a casual setting with New York-inspired interiors.

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Billy Can Can

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Luxe take on an old-west saloon for fancy cocktails, beer & wine, & elegant steaks, chops & seafood.

2386 Victory Park Ln (Dallas)

Luxe take on an old-west saloon for fancy cocktails, beer & wine, & elegant steaks, chops & seafood.

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Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

3625 Central Expy Suite 100 Suite 100 (Plano)

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

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Informal Vietnamese restaurant ladling out a variety of noodle soups & banh mi sandwiches.

5005 S Cooper St #187 (Arlington)

Informal Vietnamese restaurant ladling out a variety of noodle soups & banh mi sandwiches.

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Upbeat eatery featuring American fare, from fried chicken to lamb chops and cocktails, on a patio and in an upscale interior.

5000 Belt Line Rd (Dallas)

Upbeat eatery featuring American fare, from fried chicken to lamb chops and cocktails, on a patio and in an upscale interior.

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Casually sophisticated downtown steakhouse with large patio for family-style Argentinian favorites.

1807 Ross Ave (Dallas)

Casually sophisticated downtown steakhouse with large patio for family-style Argentinian favorites.

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Mo's Italian Bistro leans into cozy, straightforward Italian comfort, the kind of saucy, cheesy, carb-happy plates that make a long day…

3704 W Camp Wisdom Rd #100 (Dallas)

Mo's Italian Bistro leans into cozy, straightforward Italian comfort, the kind of saucy, cheesy, carb-happy plates that make a long day instantly better. Keep it simple this week with a relaxed sit-down, a twirl of pasta, and that satisfied "yep, this is exactly what I needed" feeling.

From the Waxahachie newsletter, August 13, 2026

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Vibrant, retro chain serving a seasonal menu of creative breakfast & lunch fare, plus cocktails.

2150 W 7th St Suite 108 (Fort Worth)

Vibrant, retro chain serving a seasonal menu of creative breakfast & lunch fare, plus cocktails.

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bellagreen

Restaurants

Casual, kid-friendly eatery known for healthy comfort dishes like salads and pizza.

2408 Preston Rd #704a (Plano)

Casual, kid-friendly eatery known for healthy comfort dishes like salads and pizza.

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Japan House

Restaurants

All-you-can-eat sushi spot with a robot serving staff and a menu of traditional cooked dishes.

7536 Blvd 26 (North Richland Hills)

All-you-can-eat sushi spot with a robot serving staff and a menu of traditional cooked dishes.

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Scotty P's

Restaurants

Part of a local counter-serve chain serving burgers, plus fried chicken, hot dogs & kids' meals.

2929 Custer Rd #300 (Plano)

Part of a local counter-serve chain serving burgers, plus fried chicken, hot dogs & kids' meals.

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Neapolitan-style pies from a wood-fired oven headline Cane Rosso Arlington, backed by craveable starters like crispy Brussels and…

200 N East St (Arlington)

Neapolitan-style pies from a wood-fired oven headline Cane Rosso Arlington, backed by craveable starters like crispy Brussels and wood-fired cheesy garlic bread, plus pastas from truffle carbonara to brisket lasagna bolognese. Mark it down for this week when you want pizza without the pizza rut.

From the Arlington newsletter, August 14, 2026

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Burgers & all-day breakfast fare anchor the lengthy menu at this family-friendly American eatery.

1530 N Cooper St (Arlington)

Burgers & all-day breakfast fare anchor the lengthy menu at this family-friendly American eatery.

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Local chain of offbeat coffeehouse & breakfast/lunch hangouts pouring unlimited java refills.

2815 Elm St (Dallas)

Local chain of offbeat coffeehouse & breakfast/lunch hangouts pouring unlimited java refills.

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Informal Italian restaurant serving classics like spaghetti and chicken marsala with vegetarian options.

3948 Legacy Dr (Plano)

Informal Italian restaurant serving classics like spaghetti and chicken marsala with vegetarian options.

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Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

465 E Interstate 20 (Arlington)

Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

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Scrambler Cafe

Restaurants

Casual, colorful spot for breakfast favorites and lunch-time staples, as well as espresso-based drinks.

7000 Independence Pkwy Ste 104B (Plano)

Casual, colorful spot for breakfast favorites and lunch-time staples, as well as espresso-based drinks.

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Casual New York-based chain known for craft burgers as well as craft beer and milkshakes.

2475 Victory Park Ln Ste 120 (Dallas)

Casual New York-based chain known for craft burgers as well as craft beer and milkshakes.

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Contemporary bar with made-to-order sangrias, plus Spanish & Catalan small plates.

6007 Legacy Dr #180 (Plano)

Contemporary bar with made-to-order sangrias, plus Spanish & Catalan small plates.

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Eatery & beer garden offering farm-to-table fare, 60+ beers & live music amid plank & brick walls.

3520 Greenville Ave (Dallas)

Eatery & beer garden offering farm-to-table fare, 60+ beers & live music amid plank & brick walls.

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Casual Japanese eatery offering creative rolls, sushi & hibachi-grilled fare, plus Korean staples.

7525 Greenville Ave (Dallas)

Casual Japanese eatery offering creative rolls, sushi & hibachi-grilled fare, plus Korean staples.

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Relaxed, lodge-chic chain serving global comfort fare, including stir-fries, pot roast & pastas.

8401 Preston Rd (Plano)

Relaxed, lodge-chic chain serving global comfort fare, including stir-fries, pot roast & pastas.

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Old-school Italian counter-serve joint offering pizza, pasta, subs, stromboli & more.

965 W Lamar Blvd (Arlington)

Old-school Italian counter-serve joint offering pizza, pasta, subs, stromboli & more.

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The Bloom Lounge

Restaurants

Breakfast, brunch and dinner spot with a chic decor, serving waffles, omelettes and pancakes, plus steaks, salads, salmon and pizza.

6145 Windhaven Pkwy #120 (Plano)

Breakfast, brunch and dinner spot with a chic decor, serving waffles, omelettes and pancakes, plus steaks, salads, salmon and pizza.

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Cafe Madrid

Restaurants

Spanish small bites supported by an extensive array of wines & sherries, plus live flamenco.

4501 Travis St (Dallas)

Spanish small bites supported by an extensive array of wines & sherries, plus live flamenco.

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