San Francisco Oven

8408 Preston Rd
Preston Creek
Plano, TX 75086

Glenn S. writes: I was dubious about trying this place after the mysterious 5-star review from Shannon H , who may or may not actually exist. I was nearby and it was not crowded like the Pei Wei next door, so I said "what the heck".

What I found was a menu that…

Shady Oak Barbeque

3408 Central Expy
Plano, TX 75074

Tom W. writes: I've eaten at Shady Oak a few times and they've been consistently good.  It's one of the few places that will serve up some actual bbq, not some sliced lunch meat with some sauce and canned veggies.  

They have a full menu of brisket, ribs, pulled…

Live Hair Group

3609 A Greenville Ave
Dallas, TX 75206

Chris S. writes: A bit of background - I grew up getting $5 barbershop haircuts.  The thought of paying more than $12 for a haircut was mind boggling to me.

Fast forward to realizing how unmanageable and crappy my hair looked and wanting to try something new.  I tried…

Tinos Mexican Food Restaurant

911 E Davis St
Mesquite, TX 75149

Esteban P. writes: First thing that I have to point out is that I am Tino Martinez's (the owner of Tino's and Martinez restaurants) nephew and my dad and some of my other uncles work there, so this is less of a "the service and food and service is great" review than a…

Martinez Restaurant

901 Gross Rd
Ste 300
Mesquite, TX 75149

Esteban P. writes: First thing that I have to point out is that I am Tino Martinez's (the owner of Tino's and Martinez restaurants) nephew and my dad and some of my other uncles work there, so this is less of a "the service and food and service is great" review than a…

Goody Goody

5285 Highway 121
The Colony, TX 75056

Mike H. writes: well stocked, good prices, and some interesting specials on some of the big bottles.  they have a good assorment of beers too but not some of the really stronger foreign imports (like the Schneider Weisse family).

Arbor Hills Nature Preserve

6701 W Parker Rd
Plano, TX 75086

Crystal C. writes: This anti-metroplex oasis is about 3 miles from my house, and about 3 light years away from honking horns, ambulances, and stop-lights.  Every chance we get, my son and I escape into this wonderfully laid out preserve with a kite, a kickball, bikes,…

Donut's & Cafe

1921 E Hebron Pkwy Ste 106
Carrollton, TX 75007

Crystal C. writes: Great place to sit down for donuts and kolaches in the morning.  Since they are on the corner of this little shopping strip, the seating is very open and comfortable with windows on two sides.  There's not much to say except that the staff is very…

Museum of Nature and Science

3535 Grand Ave
Dallas, TX 75315

Kathryn E. writes: Very nice museum.  Had my 8 year old nephew for the day and we only made it through the children's section and Imax,   He loved all the hands-on exhibits.  He dug out a dinosaur bone from the excavation sand pit, dropped different size coins down the…

Vongeertsem Butcher Shoppe

3527 Oak Lawn Ave
Dallas, TX 75219

Lisa P. writes: Have you ever seen a standing rib roast in real-life person?  Not all done up with panties on - I'm referring to the bloody, boney hunka-hunka, all dripping with juice, that comes *before* the tanned and shellacked version you are presented with…

Olea

5809 Preston Rd
Ste 578
Plano, TX 75093

jaime c. writes: Our 3rd visit and still it does not dissappoint. I tried the $29.00 Paella and have to say it was wonderful. Wish it was a bit cheaper but for what you get it's worth it. They did change the escargot' to a tradidtional style versus the encroute. Just…

New San Dor

240 Legacy Dr
Plano, TX 75086

Van P. writes: On my first trip, we split between 3 people the crispy garlic chicken and seafood tofu hot pot (it would border on sacrilege to order basic beef and broc at a place like this).  As promised by others, the crispy garlic chicken was perfect.  The skin…

Burger Island

1515 N Town East Blvd
Mesquite, TX 75150

Kim s. writes: The hamburgers are HUGE, and the fries are great.  they have a very wide selection.  I Iike the Hawaiian burger and the fried pickles.
It's a little pricey but worth it.   The place is small and basic, but usually always busy.  Check it out.

Hilton Dfw Lakes Executive Conference Center

1800 State Highway 26
Grapevine, TX 76051

Danny K. writes: I was in and out of Dallas this week for one night and needed a place to stay close to the airport. The Hilton DFW Lakes was the perfect place. Its about 6 miles from the airport and easy to get to. When I first pulled into the hotel I was a bit…

American Laser Center

5824 W Plano Pkwy
Ste 101
Plano, TX 75093

Francesca L. writes: Clean rooms and equipment and professional service. The only problem is that they are always super-booked. You have to make appointments months in advance which can be tough sometimes.

La Madeleine French Bakery & Cafe

900 W Northwest Pkwy
Southlake, TX 76092

shauntal b. writes: ooohhh! i adore this place! i so wish that i could go here more. they have the best pastries. no they're not true european pastries, because true european pastries are a bit bland. you can bet that they don't tell you that in the travel books. every…

Red Lobster Restaurants

3311 E Sh 114
Southlake, TX 76092

K A. writes: I. Love. Red Lobster.  I don't care about the price at at; just take me there!!

Greenville Avenue Seafood & Jazz

2104 Greenville Ave
Dallas, TX 75206

Zachary K. writes: I went to the Grand Opening(actually the second but OFFICAL) on a tip from a friend. There was some free food, not much and some free drinks(New Orleans Hurricanes) which was all great!

We decided to order a bit of food anyways so heres the lowdown.…

Han Mi Ri Restaurant

2216 Royal LN
#119
Dallas, TX 75229

Diana J. writes: Oh my, how I am so glad I found this gem.
They sell your typical Korean "street" food.
Kimbab, duk book gee, bibimbap, etc.
Just soo yummy. Decently priced too. Like $13 bucks for kimbab and duk book gee.
It's a medium sized place and looks clean.
It's…

Corner Bakery Cafe

4805 Frankford Rd
Ste 105
Dallas, TX 75287

Tony M. writes: This Corner Bakery is always packed for lunch on weekdays, and with many good reasons.  The service is as friendly as a neighborhood deli where they recognize you as a regular - even if you're not.  The menu stands up to repeat visits with something…

Cheddar's Inc Restaurants

1937 Airport Fwy
Bedford, TX 76021

kari c. writes: one word PAINKILLER.  you are only allowed 2 bc of the amount of alcohol in this thing.  i am not a drinker at all although i can handle my liquor but this is an exception.  if you do decide to even have 1, make sure you have a driver bc it will…

Mainstream Fish House

11661 Preston Rd
Ste 153
Dallas, TX 75230

Russell P. writes: Yes!  I beat Meridith to this review.

Pretty good little fish place in a shopping center on the corner of Preston and Forest.  We went this evening (Sunday) because the wait at another fish place down the road was 45 minutes.  This place had a small…

Rice Worx

3400 Preston Rd Ste 220
Plano, TX 75093

Kristen F. writes: This place has changed names a few times over the years, but as far as I can tell, it's still the same Chinese Restaurant.  I like the food here... you can eat in or takeout, and it's delicious either way.  I used to be a regular back in high school…

Souper Salads

4709 W Parker Rd Ste 400
Plano, TX 75093

Kristen F. writes: Oh my god, guys.  Their gingerbread is just insane.  I'm not even a huge gingerbread fan, but here, I go nuts for it.  This Souper Salad is the fanciest one I've been to.  It's nice inside.

You pay about $7, and go to the salad buffet, soup buffet,…

Quiznos

2021 Justin Rd
Flower Mound, TX 75028

scott s. writes: Hey, it's Quiznos.  Perfectly fine, but nothing exceptional.

I have rated it 4 stars only because I don't think that any chain sub sandwich place is worthy of 5.  Cero's Heros in Grapevine -- definitely not a chain -- rates 5 stars in my book.…

Darque Tan

2633 McKinney Ave
Dallas, TX 75204

Jill S. writes: I am addicted to tanning.  I also have SAD (seasonal affective disorder). SHUT UP! I do!  Anyways, I can't be without a tanning bed session every 2-3 days and I stumbled upon this little place while shopping.  The girl behind the counter was…

One Stop Dickeys

2324 McKinney Ave
Dallas, TX 75204

Jill S. writes: As far as gas stations go, it's pretty standard.  However, their mini mart is the shiznit.  Open all night and stocked with whatever you need.  I was able to replenish the contact lens solution, toothpaste and other items that airport security made…

Crowne Plaza

700 E Avenue H
Arlington, TX 76011

Geomar R. writes: Just minutes away from DFW Airport, the Arlington Crowne Plaza, is surrounded by local attractions, such as the Six Flags Over Texas, Hurricane Harbor, and the Ameriquest Field (Texas Rangers).   I stayed here during Cinco de Mayo weekend for my…

Steve & Barry's

Valley View Center
13331 Preston Rd
Dallas, TX 75240

Meredith S. writes: A great place for your basics! I went there with my husband and purchased some work clothes for the both of us. He was able to get 6 or 7 shirts for work, 2 pairs of swimming trunks  and I got 2 shirts. The total was something like $50 or so. It was…

International House of Pancakes

1820 Preston Park Blvd
Plano, TX 75093

Kristen F. writes: I know it might seem crazy to give an IHOP four stars, but this one will be the best IHOP you ever go to!  I promise!  I also have nostalgic ulterior motives.

This place is where all the high school kids hang out late nights.  The service is better…

Keith's Comics

5400 E Mockingbird Ln
Ste 120
Dallas, TX 75206

deno f. writes: I did a lot of shopping this weekend and I have to say I got the best service at Keith's.  My daughter loves reading the Japanese graphic novels (manga).  I admit I read a few too.  Okay...I admit more...I'm a total manga geek.  I read them all like…

Grand Chinese Buffet

2390 E Lamar Blvd
Arlington, TX 76006

Geomar R. writes: My fiancee and I ate here for her brother's wedding rehearsal dinner.  I was quite surprised with the quality of service and food here.  My past experiences with buffets have been a mixed bag, some being good, some being bad.  In this case, the…

Beckley Brewhouse

1111 N Beckley Ave
Dallas, TX 75203

joe z. writes: Pretty good little restaurant/bar/coffee shop just around the corner from Methodist hospital in Oak Cliff. They have traditional american food like pizza and burgers that are really good as well as sweet potato fries! I have been trying to hit all…

Main Street Blues Room

814 S Main St
Grapevine, TX 76051

Molly B. writes: We took out my parents for an evening of good food and good music. This place was great. It is a little pricey for the entrees, between $20 - $30  a plate. But they have appetizers and sandwiches. Of course, you could also go for the all liquid diet,…

24 Hour Fitness

308 S Akard St
Dallas, TX 75202

Juan M. writes: This is where i be "workin on my fitness".  A couple of years ago i signed up for their "buy one year, get two free" membership deal.  In light of my nomadic ways, their several locations around the area was definite plus in making this decision. And…

Mi Cocina

11661 Preston Rd
Dallas, TX 75230

Jill W. writes: Very consistent with the other locations--good quality food, strong drinks, efficient and polite service. This location was really cool about letting me do a "call ahead seating" for a party of 14 on a weekend night.  They had the table totally…

Sur La Table

4527 Travis St # A
Dallas, TX 75205

Charles L. writes: This place kicks ass.  I took a cooking class last night on sauces.  Fun hands on learning.  You can't imagine what an ass whip making hollandaise is, but damn it was good.  At the end of the class everyone gets to eat what was made, great dinner!…

Zoes Kitchen

5710 West Lovers Lane
Suite 108
Dallas, TX 75334

Wallace S. writes: This new restaurant on Lovers and the Tollway focuses on fresh Greek Salads and chicken or tuna-based sandwiches.   Their food is huge, tasty, and heavy on Feta cheese.  The also have some take out packages for the busy mom.  It's perfect lunchtime…