“So much more than just a doughnut shop, Hypnotic churns out funky specialty doughnuts and tasty chicken biscuit creations while staying closely involved in the local community. Favorite bites include the Canadian Healthcare (a long john topped with syrup, maple icing and a strip of bacon) and the Amy (a chicken biscuit with bacon, pickles, southwest spicy mustard, cheddar and honey).”

“Part restaurant, part beer garden, and part playground, The Lot is all Lakewood. Tons of neighborhood kids play together in the giant sand boxes while their parents sip cocktails and holler when the food comes. The Lot bills itself as dog-friendly, adult-friendly, kid-friendly, and smoker-friendly. All that, plus a full bar and a something-for-everyone menu makes The Lot a neighborhood favorite. The fact that they serve up slices of Emporium pies for dessert is just the cherry on top.”

“Local Favorite and would never know it's here unless you were "in the know". Food is superb and the drinks are fabulous!”

“Great little Austin-based taco shop just down the street. They have delicious tacos for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. ”

“GREAT BBQ right across the street from the Dallas Arboretum, this chef-driven smokehouse offers a variety of meats, including pulled pork, brisket and sausage by the half pound with à la carte sides, plus appetizers, salads and composed dishes. The modern yet rustic farmhouse setting boasts a cozy bar serving local beers, wine on tap and craft cocktails, along with expansive outdoor spaces. ”

“Goodfriend’s 2011 opening was an East Dallas game-changer, attracting a new wave of cool, young families to the area. It keeps them loyal with a diverse roster of North Texas beers in addition to a rotating selection of hard-to-find brews from around the country. (You can also take some of them home from sister store Goodfriend Package across the street.) Add grass-fed beef burgers and a covered patio, and it’s no wonder the place remains the neighborhood’s go-to watering hole.”

““Goodfriend Beer nerds pay attention. Goodfriend has one of the best patios for dorking out on suds. If a local brewery is going to release a special issue beer, there's a solid chance it's on tap here, often before the other bars even take delivery of their kegs. Mix in the strong neighborhood following and the massive roll-up doors that bring the patio weather inside, and you've got one of the better places in Dallas for drinking, whether the heat of summer has arrived or not.””

““It's rare to find a restaurant that serves four-star-quality cuisine at an affordable price. 20 Feet Seafood Joint is a casual alternative to the stuffy luxury dining scene. For an exquisite lobster roll without a stifling dress code, look no further than Peavy Road. The rosemary fries and clams aren't half bad, either.””

“So much more than just a doughnut shop, Hypnotic churns out funky specialty doughnuts and tasty chicken biscuit creations while staying closely involved in the local community. Favorite bites include the Canadian Healthcare (a long john topped with syrup, maple icing and a strip of bacon) and the Amy (a chicken biscuit with bacon, pickles, southwest spicy mustard, cheddar and honey).”

“Single Origin//Microlot coffee that is roasted in small batches. Locals love the coffee here.”

“We’re a micro-roaster and coffee bar in North Texas serving handcrafted espresso drinks and expertly brewed single-origin coffees”

“Good authentic Cajun spicy food. I enjoy the patio and sometimes they have a singer there ”

“Kind of an icon of a place. You can see the lake grounds as you go in, but this is NOT a lake VIEW. In Casa Linda Plaza still ”

“So much more than just a doughnut shop, Hypnotic churns out funky specialty doughnuts and tasty chicken biscuit creations while staying closely involved in the local community. Favorite bites include the Canadian Healthcare (a long john topped with syrup, maple icing and a strip of bacon) and the Amy (a chicken biscuit with bacon, pickles, southwest spicy mustard, cheddar and honey).”

“Single Origin//Microlot coffee that is roasted in small batches. Locals love the coffee here.”

“We’re a micro-roaster and coffee bar in North Texas serving handcrafted espresso drinks and expertly brewed single-origin coffees”

“I try to be gluten free but if I am going to cheat I will definitely get a personal sized bunt cake. They have deliciously moist cakes with creamy icings. You can't go wrong with any flavor but my fav is White Chocolate Raspberry with a cream cheese icing.”