For those of you who like to eat in Dallas (or in general) as much as I do, Taverna will be one of your top picks. I decided I should eat at a restaurant a few times and try multiple menu items before blogging about it. After a few great experiences, this past weekend was the icing on the cake, and I am officially sold on Taverna.
Taverna is an Italian restaurant located on Knox and nestled between trees and houses. The adorable house is small and intimate with a patio for outside dining. If you live in Dallas, than you know the importance of an outside patio (especially during brunch hours). The menu features multiple classic Italian dishes with my favorites being the Parmesan cheese and truffle oil risotto (Risotto al Parmigiano All' Olio Tartufato) and the seafood pasta (Fettucine Frutti Di Mare). The pizza at Taverna is also outstanding, and I recommend the Pear and Gorgonzola pizza which is almost like eating the most delicious dinner and dessert at the same time :). The Margherita pizza is great too if you prefer something more simple.
I have yet to mention the greatest thing about Taverna by far: brunch. Taverna has a wide variety of options on the brunch menu that are all very affordable, and you can get $1 each mimosas or peach bellinis with your meal during brunch! I recommend the Ham and Gruyere cheese omelet or the Taverna Frittata (it changes each day). I promise you cannot go wrong with $1 mimosas no matter what you order for brunch.
And for those of you who live or travel to Austin or Ft. Worth, Taverna has locations in both of these cities as well!
http://www.tavernabylombardi.com/
Bon Appétit!
Thursday, May 26, 2011
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Yao Fuzi
After months of deciding what restaurant I wanted to write about next (obviously), I am back! This time I will blog more frequently with a variety of restaurants; I promise!
As many of you may know, I am a huge fan of Asian food and have found the perfect place for you. Although this place may force you to venture out of the Uptown "bubble," it is definately worth the trip. Yao Fuzi has incredible food, great service, and the perfect ambiance for a date night or a fun dinner with friends.
Yao Fuzi is great for any appetite because there is a variety of Asian fusion type menu items. Yao Fuzi takes reservations (major plus!), but if you are stuck waitng, there is a great (but small) bar area to enjoy a varity of martinis and sake. I recommend combining the two and ordering a Sake-tini if you are indecisive like me.
Now it's time for the most important details: the food of course! My favorite appetizer is the Yao Five Spiced Spare ribs and the rock shrimp and pork potstickers. For the main course, my two favorite dishes are the chicken and cashew nuts and the Yaki Udon noodles. I have tried almost all of the main courses on the menu and I haven't found one that wasn't amazing. Yao Fuzi serves all of the traditional dishes you would expect, in addition to some unique options such as a Seafood Clay Pot, Lamb with Scallions, and Shanghai Style Lobster.
In addition to a great dinner menu, Yao Fuzi has lower prices for a majority of their menu items for lunch and the lunch price includes soup and a spring roll (amazing deal!). I know Yao Fuzi will not disappoint if you are ever in the mood for some Asian food.
Happy Eating :)
http://www.yaofuzi.com/
As many of you may know, I am a huge fan of Asian food and have found the perfect place for you. Although this place may force you to venture out of the Uptown "bubble," it is definately worth the trip. Yao Fuzi has incredible food, great service, and the perfect ambiance for a date night or a fun dinner with friends.
Yao Fuzi is great for any appetite because there is a variety of Asian fusion type menu items. Yao Fuzi takes reservations (major plus!), but if you are stuck waitng, there is a great (but small) bar area to enjoy a varity of martinis and sake. I recommend combining the two and ordering a Sake-tini if you are indecisive like me.
Now it's time for the most important details: the food of course! My favorite appetizer is the Yao Five Spiced Spare ribs and the rock shrimp and pork potstickers. For the main course, my two favorite dishes are the chicken and cashew nuts and the Yaki Udon noodles. I have tried almost all of the main courses on the menu and I haven't found one that wasn't amazing. Yao Fuzi serves all of the traditional dishes you would expect, in addition to some unique options such as a Seafood Clay Pot, Lamb with Scallions, and Shanghai Style Lobster.
In addition to a great dinner menu, Yao Fuzi has lower prices for a majority of their menu items for lunch and the lunch price includes soup and a spring roll (amazing deal!). I know Yao Fuzi will not disappoint if you are ever in the mood for some Asian food.
Happy Eating :)
http://www.yaofuzi.com/
Monday, November 1, 2010
Seasons 52
I know it has been a while since I last wrote, but I have a slew of new restaurants coming your way in the next few weeks; just in time for the holiday season! While Halloween has come and gone, I have skipped the tricks and decided to give you a treat. Seasons 52 has opened up in the Shops at Legacy, and you are going to love this restaurant. Aside from the eclectic mix of American cuisine, the atmosphere is upbeat and innovative.
The food at Seasons 52 is unbelievably fresh, light and reasonably priced (especially for what you get). I highly recommend this restaurant if you enjoy seafood, but everything on the menu is wonderful. For an appetizer, I would recommend the crab and shrimp stuffed mushrooms or the garlic chicken flatbread. For the main course, the scallops are very tasty and larger than the portions at most restaurants. The scallops are paired with a sundried tomato pearl pasta, which reminded me of risotto. The atlantic salmon comes out fresh on a cedar plank, grilled to perfection and full of flavor. Additionally, the shrimp penne pasta tastes a lot more fattening than it actually is.
That is because...drumroll please... all items on the menu are under 475 calories! That's right everyone, good for your wallet and good for you (who would have ever thought).
For dessert, Seasons 52 features the mini "shot glass" type desserts, which are perfect for a small sweet bite everyone needs after a meal! Bon Appetit :)
http://www.seasons52.com/menu/dinner_menu.asp
The food at Seasons 52 is unbelievably fresh, light and reasonably priced (especially for what you get). I highly recommend this restaurant if you enjoy seafood, but everything on the menu is wonderful. For an appetizer, I would recommend the crab and shrimp stuffed mushrooms or the garlic chicken flatbread. For the main course, the scallops are very tasty and larger than the portions at most restaurants. The scallops are paired with a sundried tomato pearl pasta, which reminded me of risotto. The atlantic salmon comes out fresh on a cedar plank, grilled to perfection and full of flavor. Additionally, the shrimp penne pasta tastes a lot more fattening than it actually is.
That is because...drumroll please... all items on the menu are under 475 calories! That's right everyone, good for your wallet and good for you (who would have ever thought).
For dessert, Seasons 52 features the mini "shot glass" type desserts, which are perfect for a small sweet bite everyone needs after a meal! Bon Appetit :)
http://www.seasons52.com/menu/dinner_menu.asp
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
The Porch
I have noticed lately that restaurants with a unique American flare are opening up left and right in Dallas. Could this be the sign of a new trend? I have made it my recent mission to try all of the "adult" grilled cheese and macaroni this city has to offer. The Porch definitely takes the cake when it comes to gourmet American cuisine. Located in the heart of the up and coming Henderson area, The Porch has it all when it comes to great food, drinks, and atmosphere.
Like some of the other restaurants I have recommended, The Porch also does not take reservation. The restaurant does feature a large bar area with specialty cocktails and various types of wine. The Black and Blue martini and the Paloma are both good choices for passing the time!
For dinner, you should start out with the spinach dip or the popcorn chicken. I have tried almost every main course on the menu, but I am going to start by (naturally) recommending the grilled cheese and tomato soup and the smoked ham and cheese macaroni casserole. Both of those items are absolutely to die for! If you are surprised by the amount on unhealthy food I tend to suggest, get used to it :)! For my red meat lovers, the Au Jus sandwich and the NY strip are always excellent choices. And if you feel like being healthy, the fried chicken cobb (which isn't actually healthy at all) is also wonderful.
Above all, the atmosphere at The Porch cannot be beat, with a very upbeat dining area and a gigantic (surprise,surprise) porch. After your dinner, even though you will surely be stuffed, grab a few Starburst on your way out! I hope you love The Porch as much as I do!
It's 9:28 and OU still sucks \m/
Sunday, September 26, 2010
NoRTH - Austin Edition
Although I thoroughly enjoy eating in Dallas, I have to admit some of my favorite restaurants of all time can be found in Austin. Austin has some of the most unique restaurants I have encountered, and in honor of the 5 years I called Austin my home, I will be blogging about some of the best Austin has to offer from time to time.
I had trouble deciding which of my favorite Austin restaurants I wanted to share with you first, but I decided to start with one I could coin as my favorite Italian restaurant of all time (although most people will say I often speak in superlatives). That being said, it might be worth it to get in your car and drive 3 hours to eat at NoRTH. Located at The Domain, this Italian favorite will leave you wanting more. As an integral part of the Fox Restaurant Concepts (and probably the most widespread), NoRTH has added a modern flare to traditional Italian food. To start, you should definitely order the melt-in-your-mouth (literally) Zucca chips which are thin slices of zucchini fried like potato chips. For the main course, I highly recommend the chicken parmesean with butter rigatoni, which is large enough to share between two people! The restaurant offers an extensive wine list, but I like the sparkling prosecco with your choice of peach, berry, or passion fruit flavor.
Even though you will probably have a wait for dinner since the restaurant doesn't take reservations, the location of NoRTH is ideal for shopping around The Domain. After we ate, I definitetly requested to my waiter (who obviously has a lot of pull at the company...) that NoRTH, along with some of the other Fox restaurants, should come to Dallas. Who knows, maybe one day they will listen! Either way, if you ever find yourself in Austin, you should give NoRTH a try.
Despite the results of the game this weekend, I will close with a very proud Hook 'Em Horns!
http://www.foxrc.com/north.html
I had trouble deciding which of my favorite Austin restaurants I wanted to share with you first, but I decided to start with one I could coin as my favorite Italian restaurant of all time (although most people will say I often speak in superlatives). That being said, it might be worth it to get in your car and drive 3 hours to eat at NoRTH. Located at The Domain, this Italian favorite will leave you wanting more. As an integral part of the Fox Restaurant Concepts (and probably the most widespread), NoRTH has added a modern flare to traditional Italian food. To start, you should definitely order the melt-in-your-mouth (literally) Zucca chips which are thin slices of zucchini fried like potato chips. For the main course, I highly recommend the chicken parmesean with butter rigatoni, which is large enough to share between two people! The restaurant offers an extensive wine list, but I like the sparkling prosecco with your choice of peach, berry, or passion fruit flavor.
Even though you will probably have a wait for dinner since the restaurant doesn't take reservations, the location of NoRTH is ideal for shopping around The Domain. After we ate, I definitetly requested to my waiter (who obviously has a lot of pull at the company...) that NoRTH, along with some of the other Fox restaurants, should come to Dallas. Who knows, maybe one day they will listen! Either way, if you ever find yourself in Austin, you should give NoRTH a try.
Despite the results of the game this weekend, I will close with a very proud Hook 'Em Horns!
http://www.foxrc.com/north.html
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Lumi Empanada & Dumpling Kitchen
Lately, I have noticed whenever anyone suggests a place to eat I have already blogged about, I usually say no because I should try somewhere new instead. That is why, for those of you who know me well, I have not (and may not ever) blog about Grimaldis :)
My newest post is about Lumi Empanada and Dumpling kitchen located on McKinney in uptown. This restaurant is found in an adorable little house, which is perfect for an outing with friends or a romantic evening. Lumi features tapas style entrees in addition to larger portions. I have tried almost every item on the menu, and I have yet to find something I didn't enjoy. As far as dumplings, I recommend the duck and leek dumplings with a plum dipping sauce, but for my non-adventurous readers, the traditional pork are also incredible! I also love the Ahi Tuna nachos, which have a little bit of a kick to them! You should also try the saucy edamame and the Ba Noi eggrolls if you're still hungry. The small plates range in price from $6-8, so they are very reasonably priced.
Aside from the food, the drinks at Lumi are equally amazing. My favorite is the Lumi Lychee, but the mojitos are great too if that is more your style. I know you will enjoy this restaurant as much as I do!
http://www.lumikitchen.com/home.html
My newest post is about Lumi Empanada and Dumpling kitchen located on McKinney in uptown. This restaurant is found in an adorable little house, which is perfect for an outing with friends or a romantic evening. Lumi features tapas style entrees in addition to larger portions. I have tried almost every item on the menu, and I have yet to find something I didn't enjoy. As far as dumplings, I recommend the duck and leek dumplings with a plum dipping sauce, but for my non-adventurous readers, the traditional pork are also incredible! I also love the Ahi Tuna nachos, which have a little bit of a kick to them! You should also try the saucy edamame and the Ba Noi eggrolls if you're still hungry. The small plates range in price from $6-8, so they are very reasonably priced.
Aside from the food, the drinks at Lumi are equally amazing. My favorite is the Lumi Lychee, but the mojitos are great too if that is more your style. I know you will enjoy this restaurant as much as I do!
http://www.lumikitchen.com/home.html
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Village Burger Bar
Located in the heart of West Village (along with the Shops at Legacy and Watters Creek Allen), Village Burger Bar has added a unique twist to the traditional burger. As the burger has become a staple of our culture, Village Burger Bar does not disappoint when it comes to this American tradition. Although it might be hard to mess up a burger, it is equally hard to make one that tastes this good.
The menu features specialty burgers such as the blue burger, a turkey and a chicken burger, in additon to a build your own burger option on the menu.
If your in the mood for something else, Village Burger Bar has a variety of salads and paninis to choose from as well. As for a side, I would recommend the sweet potato fries, which are some of the best I have ever tried.
And you know I wouldn't forget to mention drink specials! Village Burger Bar has $3 specialty margaritas every Friday (all day), which includes Chamboritas and Pamaritas. If your looking for a quick, casual place for lunch or dinner, Village Burger Bar will surely hit the spot!
http://www.villageburgerbar.com/index.htm
The menu features specialty burgers such as the blue burger, a turkey and a chicken burger, in additon to a build your own burger option on the menu.
If your in the mood for something else, Village Burger Bar has a variety of salads and paninis to choose from as well. As for a side, I would recommend the sweet potato fries, which are some of the best I have ever tried.
And you know I wouldn't forget to mention drink specials! Village Burger Bar has $3 specialty margaritas every Friday (all day), which includes Chamboritas and Pamaritas. If your looking for a quick, casual place for lunch or dinner, Village Burger Bar will surely hit the spot!
http://www.villageburgerbar.com/index.htm
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