Texas Tasties: Must Visit Food & Sip Spots in Texas

Becs
Dec 16, 2021
7 min read

Updated: Jun 4

Visiting Texas and want some suggestions on where to eat at?? Check out this list of Texas Tasties! This list will be continually updated...stay tuned for more!

Mexican Sugar

Located: Dallas, TX - Uptown

If you are looking for a tasty and popular spot to eat Mexican food in Dallas, you might want to consider stopping by Mexican Sugar! This pretty and aesthetic restaurant has lots of seating inside, as well as tables on the patio. We ordered the arepas, elote, and the chicken enchiladas entree. When I say this spot has the BEST elote I've ever tried...I am being serious! This restaurant provides complimentary warm salsa and has a fantastic happy hour menu! For happy hour, we tried the hibiscus margarita, strawberry margarita, and a house margarita...all were amazing. Make sure to check out Mexican Sugar in Dallas asap!

Happiest Hour

Located: Dallas, TX - Uptown

One of the best spots to hang out with friends and enjoy good beverages and food in Dallas is at the Happiest Hour! This spot is always lively and a great time! There are plenty of tables inside as well as on the spacious patio. The Happiest Hour has a great happy hour menu, a large selection of tasty food and shareable appetizers, outdoor games, music/entertainment, indoor games, several TV's to watch sports, and more! Every time we go to Dallas, we always spend time at the Happiest Hour. The service is great and it is kid-friendly (dogs allowed on the patio). Make sure to check this spot out in Dallas asap!

The Henry

Located: Dallas, Texas

The Henry is a great spot to get drinks with the girls, to go on a cute date, or to even have a business meeting during lunch. The rooftop gives you a great view of the downtown area. I had ordered the Bolognese and a fresh salad. The sangrias are very refreshing! I would highly recommend eating at The Henry and then walk around the area afterwards!

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Yolk

Located: Multiple locations in Dallas, Texas

We were looking for a good brunch spot to go during the week and found great reviews of Yolk on social media, so we had to visit! I ordered the mouthwatering hash/scramble bowl served with fluffy pancakes. My friend ordered the peanut butter banana french toast plate with a side of crispy bacon. The service was friendly and quick! We both left very full and super happy we went to this breakfast spot. Add Yolk to your list of Dallas food to try!

Katy Trail Ice House

Located: Dallas Texas

The Katy Trail Ice House is a popular spot in Dallas to hang out with friends, eat good food, and sip on great drinks. The patio gives backyard vibes and is a wonderful place to enjoy the weather. If you want to go for a walk before or after hanging out, this spot is located right next to the Katy Trail! This biergarten is pet and kid-friendly! I would recommend bringing some cards or games to play with your table while you are there. Everytime we go to Dallas, we always stop at Katy Trail Ice House. Add this spot to your Dallas bucket list!

Tejas Tex-Mex

Located: Bishop Arts District in Dallas, Texas

Craving Tex-Mex after spending a day of shopping in the Bishop Arts District?? Step into Tejas Tex-Mex for mouthwatering tex-mex entrees and great beverages. The inside of Tejas has a beautiful aesthetic with pretty decor and plants. Tejas also has a relaxing and pretty patio with murals on the side of the building to look at. I ordered the vibrant and fresh taco salad along with a side of delicious elote off the cob. My friend ordered the sizzling fajitas and really enjoyed them! We sat on the patio while enjoying our meal. Tejas has a wonderful happy hour menu with good cocktails. Make sure to add Tejas to your Dallas food list!

Chelsea Corner

Located: Dallas, Texas

Looking for a delicious brunch spot in Dallas? Make sure to check out Chelsea Corner! This brunch spot has beautiful vibes and decor inside of the restaurant, but they also have a spacious and inviting patio. We sat out on the patio and enjoyed the weather while eating brunch and sipping on coffee. We both ordered the cheddar jalapeno biscuits and gravy served with bacon and absolutely loved our meals. Chelsea Corner is a fantastic spot to visit if you are looking for a fun and relaxing patio to eat at. Check out Chelsea Corner in Dallas asap!

Hide Bar

Located: Dallas, Texas

If you are looking for a fun rooftop bar and patio in Dallas, then head upstairs to Hide Bar! This bar has a great cocktail and food menu, as well as TV's that you can watch sports on. We ordered the garlic rosemary popcorn...perfect snack for a table to enjoy while sipping on beverages. With over 30 signature cocktails, there is something on the menu for everyone in your party to enjoy. Although we didn't order entrees, this spot is an all-scratch kitchen and offers brunch on the weekend. The views from the patio are great and the service was on-point. If you are looking for a fun rooftop bar/patio in Dallas, check out the Hide Bar!

Truck Yard Dallas

Located: Dallas, Texas

You have to visit this Truck Yard themed bar in Dallas, Texas! The entire place is decorated and covered in old truck parts and engine items. This spot is a truck lover's dream spot! Good beverages, tasty snacks, and truck parts in a rustic bar with food trucks...that is what you can expert at the Truck Yard. While we were there, I had THE BEST smoked Reuben Sandwich I have ever had! The meat was tender and tasted delicious. You can order food from the QR code on the tables, or walk up to the food trucks to see what else they may be serving that day. The Truck Yard has live music and great vibes. If you are looking for a fun patio spot in Dallas, check out the Truck Yard!

Milli

Located: Dallas, Texas

If you are looking for a vibey spot to go out at night in Dallas, you might want to add Milli to your bucket list! This upstairs bar has live entertainment/DJs, fun lights, and specialty crafted cocktails. I ordered the house margarita...which packed a punch! The music and energy makes this a great bar to go for gals night out or a date night. Head upstairs to Milli the next time you go out in Dallas!

Hg Sply

Located: Dallas, Texas

HG Sply a popular rooftop bar and patio to visit in Dallas, Texas! This spot has tasty food, great cocktails, warming fire pits and games on the patio, and a wonderful view of the busy city. We played giant jenga for a while and had a fun time! We also ordered the house fries to snack on while sipping on drinks and playing games. If you are looking for a fun spot to hang out with friends in Dallas, HG Sply is a great rooftop bar to add to your Dallas bucket list!

Red River

Located: Dallas, Texas

If you are looking for a country night out in Dallas to boot-scoot-and-boogie, then you need to check out Red River! We went to Red River on a weekend night and the entire place was packed with people dancing, sipping on brews, and singing along with the live entertainment. There is a large circular dance floor that allows people to dance while constantly moving throughout the place. There is a bull-riding machine, several pool tables, a few different bars to order from, and a large stage for entertainers to perform on. Red River mainly plays country music but every hour or so they will play some pop/rap songs to break up the genre a bit. Red River is a great spot to pull up your boots and start dancing! Add this spot to your Dallas list of fun things to do!

Babou's

Located: 2598 N Harwood, Dallas, TX

A spectacular speakeasy in Dallas that should be on your bucket list is Babou's. This bar is tucked inside of a decorative library with comfortable seats, stunning decorations, and wonderful drinks. Babou's has special entertainers and DJ's certain days of the week. We sipped on specially crafted cocktails while listening to a live DJ! The vibes at Babou's are fun yet sophisticated. Wear something nice and check out this hidden bar in a "quaint library".

Melt

Located: Multiple locations in the Dallas area

Ready to try some of the best ice cream in Dallas? Step into Melt Ice Cream to enjoy unique and fresh ice cream flavors. We visited the Melt location in the Bishop Arts District after spending a day shopping around and exploring. The peanut butter explosion is packed with flavor! The classic chocolate and the coffee flavors are great choices to go with as well. Melt is the perfect place to eat ice cream on a warm day in Dallas. Add this spot to your Dallas food list!

Cattleman's Steakhouse

Located: Fort Worth, Texas

After a day of strolling around in the Fort Worth Stockyards, you have to enjoy a meal at Cattleman's Steakhouse! We had a wonderful meal that had us leaving stuffed, but ready to go back for more asap. We started our meal with the stacked and delicious onion rings. I ordered a half rack of ribs with a warm loaded baked potato and a fresh salad. My friend ordered the filet with mashed potatoes and a side salad as well. The ribs and steak were cooked and seasoned perfectly. I would recommend making reservations if you can. We were on the waitlist until a couple of spots opened up at the bar to snag. Make sure to eat at Cattleman's Steakhouse next time you are in the Stockyards!

Taverna

Located: Dallas, Texas

(and other states throughout the United States)

Taverna is a great spot to get pizza, fresh spaghetti, and mouthwatering brunch.

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Latin Deli

Located: Addison Square area within Dallas, Texas.

You must try their Chicken Sandwich!

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Risky's Steakhouse

Located: Fort Worth Stockyards

We stopped in Risckys while exploring the Stockyards & everything was delicious! I only got a side house salad and the Buffalo chicken strips on the appetizer menu but both hot the SPOT! The sirloin salad is a great meal if you have been out in the heat all day. Service is great...always keeps your water full! Recommend eating here while at the Stockyards!

Shug's Bagels

Located: Dallas, Texas

Shug's Bagels is a well-known attraction for breakfast and coffee in Dallas, Texas. The line can get very long because of how delicious their bagels are. I ordered the class Shug bagel (pictures below). You can see that the bagels are packed tight with ingredients! BACON, EGGS, CHEESE, HASHBROWNS...need I say more??