Downtown Dallas is a continuously growing area with a beautiful arts scene, urban green spaces, fine dining and luxurious shopping. If you are staying in town longer, find some time to visit the Reunion Tower, the Giant eyeball, the Klyde Warren Park, the Museum of Arts, the Sixth Floor Museum (chronicles the life, assassination of president JFK), Dallas Zoo, Dallas Aquarium, Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Gardens, the Perot Museum of Nature and Science, the Rustic (where we had our first date), ride the Dallas Streetcar for free
The lively Deep Ellum entertainment district is known for its vibrant street murals, quirky art galleries and long-time concert venues for indie and blues. If you are staying in town longer, find some time to visit Harper’s, Pecan Lodge, Terry Black’s Barbeque, Vidorra, Zatar Lebanese Tapas, Serious Pizza, Elm & Good, Cane Rosso, Local, Purépecha Room and some live music at Mama Tried Honky Tonk. Louie Louie’s Piano Bar.
RH Rooftop Restaurant features an ingredient driven menu accompanied by a curated selection of artisanal wines and craft beers. Guests dine beneath a glass-and-steel atrium amidst trickling fountains, heritage olive trees, and glimmering chandeliers. This is a great place for brunch or dinner.
Overlooking beautiful Lake Grapevine, the magnificent Gaylord Texan Resort pays tribute to everything Texas on a grand scale. Gaylord Texan resort features the 10-acre Paradise Springs water park, Glass Cactus nightclub, magnificent accommodations and amenities. You will never find yourself looking for something to do with all the surrounding restaurants, shopping and unique entertainment.
The hip Bishop Arts District is known for its diverse nightlife, chic independent fashion stores and colorful street art. Dining choices range from Texas-style BBQ to Vietnamese pho, while relaxed bars pour everything from cocktails to house-brewed cider. If you are staying in town longer, find some time to visit Reveler’s Hall for some live music, Eno’s Pizzeria, Veracruz Tex-Mex restaurant, the wild detectives, Paradiso, Oddfellows, Lockhart Smokehouse BBQ and Emporium Pies
Cattleack Barbeque is known for its top-notch, fall-off-the-bone, melt-in-your-mouth smoked meats. That’s why we’re “Branded the Best.” Owner and head pitmaster Todd David doesn’t take that tagline lightly. He pours his heart, soul and Special Reserve BBQ sauce into making sure that every single item on the menu leaves you thinking, “Wow. This is the best darn BBQ I’ve ever had.” Please note they only open for few hours twice a week.