Big Groups
Big Groups
Sammie’s Bar-B-Q
The mains at Sammie's are solid and go best with the vinegar-based coleslaw, baskets of fried okra, and ice-cold bottles Miller Lites.
Goldee’s Barbecue
Goldee’s tender brisket is more than reason enough to brave the line at this Fort Worth barbecue spot.
Cattleack
Cattleack in Farmers Branch is the go-to BBQ spot for large groups. It also happens to be BYOB.
Slow Bone BBQ
The cubicle crowd from nearby offices come to Slow Bone for quick lunches and a hit of 1pm barbecue sauce.
Mo’ Bettahs
Mo’ Bettahs in North Dallas is where you’ll simultaneously get some of the best charred meats and Hawaiian food in the city limits.
Terry Black’s Barbecue
Terry Black’s Barbecue in Deep Ellum is where you should eat cream corn and banana pudding.
Lockhart Smokehouse
Lockhart Smokehouse in Oak Cliff is the perfect post-work hangout for a beer and spice-forward brisket.
El Ranchito
El Ranchito is a great place to eat Tex-Mex in Oak Cliff, and yes, you will see a mariachi band.
Jinya Ramen Bar
Jinya Ramen is one of the chillest places to slurp a bowl of hot noodles in Victory Park.
Hat Creek Burger Company
While in Walnut Hill, stop by Hat Creek Burger Company for a strawberry shake.
HG Sply Co.
HG Sply Co.'s outdoor rooftop is the perfect spot to share snacks and a wind-down cocktail in Lower Greenville.
Quarter Bar
Uptown's Quarter Bar is a buzzy rooftop spot with late night eats and a perpetually thirsty crowd.
The Rustic
The Rustic is a chain with locations in Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio with a huge outdoor patio and a calendar packed with live music.
Katy Trail Ice House
Head to Katy Trail Ice House in Uptown to post up outside on their patio with friends, beers, and inevitably a burger or some tacos.
Mughlai Restaurant
Head to Mughlai in North Dallas for some Northern Indian food - come for dinner or for the lunch buffet before going to The Galleria Dallas.
Afrah Mediterranean Restaurant
Afrah moved next door to a bigger space in Richardson, where they are are still serving excellent Lebanese food.
Javier’s Gourmet Mexicano
Javier’s in Park Cities serves very good Tex-Mex in a massive space. Make sure to wash it all down with a margarita.