Deep Ellum’s Angry Dog is a dark dive bar with plenty of TVs and bar food, like poutine, fried pickles, and a burger.

Louie’s is a bar on Henderson with a long menu of burgers, pizzas, and pastas, which help to counteract the multiple martinis you’ll order.

Jeng Chi in Richardson is a little far from Downtown Dallas, but is worth the drive for a long menu of great Chinese food.

Nalinh is a bit far in Irving and it’s half grocery store, but when you make it to the restaurant in the back, you’ll find excellent Thai food.

When you need a great burger and a comfortable booth, head to Maple & Motor, and make sure you finish with a shake too.

Afrah moved next door to a bigger space in Richardson, where they are are still serving excellent Lebanese food.

Bubba’s in Park Cities looks like a 50s diner, has a drive-thru, and serves great fried chicken and biscuit sandwiches.

Taqueria El Si Hay is a small stand out in Bishop Arts that’s worth the trek for the tacos they’ve been serving for decades.

Rafa’s has been serving Tex-Mex food for 40 years, and is just as good for a starting point for a night as a boozy brunch the next morning.