Maple Point

5415 Maple Ave
Dallas, TX 75235

Charles L. writes: This is a little nondescript place in a strip mall next to a mexican restaurant.  It's a great little neighborhood bar that's been there forever, and looks like it.  They don't serve food, but drinks are reasonable.  You can tell the place has just…

Cafe Brazil

200 Coit Road Suite #112
Plano, TX 75075

Steve K. writes: I tried the Cafe Brazil on Coit Rd in Plano on Wednesday morning for breakfast with a customer. I had their migas and a sampling from the coffee bar.

The migas were very, very good. Delicious sausage and a nice "feisty" mix of peppers and spices with…

La Hacienda Ranch

3300 N Interstate 35E
Carrollton, TX 75007

Mark A. writes: The food at this place is not too expensive. The service was pretty good as well, seem to be able to handle a lunch rush pretty well.  I would recommend this place to anyone who likes tex-mex.

Cafe Charlton

3500 W Wheatland Rd
Dallas, TX 75237

Donna W. writes: This is the on-site cafeteria here inside the Methodist Charlton Medical Center. I ate here a couple of mornings ago. I'm not a fan of hospitals, period, but the breakfast food was pretty good. I had the spinach-zucchini-cheese eggs with pork sausage…

Target Stores

739 N Highway 67
Cedar Hill, TX 75104

Donna W. writes: This is  a Super Target, which means it has a grocery store along with the basic Target offerings. The food in the grocery store is very reasonably priced and fresh (I definitely spend some time in their produce section). I actually feel like their…

7-Eleven

Plano, TX 75074

Zachary K. writes: I love Seven Eleven. They have really stepped up there game when it comes to offering healthier food and drinks to their customers.  They sell all of my favorite drinks and I love Big Bites and Go-Go Taquitos.  Also they have great fresh pineapples…

Cheddar's Restaurants

4830 Little Rd
Arlington, TX 76017

Judy S. writes: Ah, Cheddar's. I grew up in Arlington and when I was in high school, Cheddar's was the 'cool' place to go after athletic events, or out with a group of friends, etc. So, Cheddar's is close to my heart. Over 10 years after high school, I almost always…

Whataburger Restaurants

1910 N Coit Rd
Richardson, TX 75080

Eli S. writes: For Fast food, you cant get any better...Burgers to order, Chicken Fingers with Texas toast and gravy andof course the famous Fancy Ketchup in its own dipping package. I crave Whataburger and you cannot get it outside of Texas...well at least not in…

Retro Revolutions

5000 Greenville Ave
Dallas, TX 75206

evan h. writes: Think everyone looks the same these days? Wonder why our wardrobes and our walls and our words all suffer from the uniform stench of mass-consumerism? Is it because we are all being told what to wear and how to decorate our apartments and which…

Rockhouse Live Grille & Venue

17449 Preston Road
Dallas, TX 75252

Zach B. writes: They have moved to Addison!  The address is 4060 Beltline, right next door to Wing House.

Now the place is cozier, with much improved food (including some of the best PIZZA in town), and the same great happy hour as the old place.  Not to mention the…

Sushi Awaji Japanese Restaurant

4701 W Park Blvd
Ste 101
Plano, TX 75093

Joseph B. writes: Another great place for sushi in Plano!  They have a small bar and a sushi bar when you first walk in the open area and they also have a separate room for smaller crowds or for big parties. The service was ok but I was part of a group that went and…

The Trinity River Arts Center

2600 Stemmons Fwy
Ste 180
Dallas, TX 75207

Charles L. writes: I went to the Trinity River Arts Center to see the musical Hair for the 40 year anniversary of the show.  I was kind of surprised I could pick up tickets the day of the show in the late afternoon, but it was packed and they even brought out extra…

Elaine's Kitchen

1912 Mrtn Lthr Kng Jr
Dallas, TX 75215

Wallace S. writes: Okay, so the restaurant is dodgy, the neighborhood is very dodgy, and the service is slow.  You have a hard time sitting down to eat because the place is tiny and there is a line of people towering over you to get their food.  They seem to be only…

Steak Kountry

701 N Highway 78
Wylie, TX 75098

Cristol W. writes: Don't let the cheezy decor and country shack exterior fool you.  Steak Kountry makes a mean filet mignon!

It's nice to have a place where you can go and it's laid back, but not loud like a Saltgrass/Outback and have a nice quality meal for a very…

Ships Lounge

1613 Greenville Ave
Dallas, TX 75206

Jason H. writes: Ahhh....Ships....how I love your "no cussing" sign behind the bar, your jukebox full of old country and R&B selections, and your laid-back, welcoming atmosphere.

On the lower lower end of Greenville Avenue, Ships is a true definition of a dive bar.…

Industry Bar

5427 Beltline Rd
Dallas, TX 75254

Mike H. writes: This place ended up being pretty decent.  They have some really awesome happy hour specials.  Checked this place out last night (Monday) and only spent 15 dollars - with tip - for 10 wings, 4 quesadilla wedges, and two beers.  The food wasn't bad at…

Village Burger Bar

3699 McKinney Ave
Dallas, TX 75204

Melody L. writes: Okay so I am not usually one of those chicks who goes to a place that specializes in burgers and orders a salad, but I do it every time I come here. Melody, it is called the FREAKING Village Burger Bar!! I know, I know, I know. But I just can't help…

Boston Market

789 W Wheatland Rd
Duncanville, TX 75116

Donna W. writes: This would be the fast food version of Marie Callendar's. They've definitely got home-cooking flavor at a very reasonable price. On more than one occasion, I've picked up a side of their creamed spinach for a potluck and folks loved it. The sirloin…

Mick's

2825 Greenville Ave
Dallas, TX 75206

Zachary K. writes: This is a fun place to go for there infamous Drum and Bass Nights on  Mondays. The drinks are relatively cheap, and so are the people that hang out there! No J/k, the crowd ranges from hip hop to preppy, its diverse and I happen to enjoy it every…

Cindi's New York Delicatessen

3565 Forest Lane
Dallas, TX 75234

Masami O. writes: My department went to this Cindi's for a birthday lunch. Someone I know is quite the sandwich connoisseur, and a lover of the Ruben.
So off we went. Most of us ordered a Reuben.
Go there and get one. While your arteries and butt (or belly or where…

Anime Pop

4151 Belt Line Rd
Ste 122
Addison, TX 75001

Charles L. writes: Pop Kulture is now known as Anime Pop.  It's the best place to go to in north Dallas to find anime.  They have a great selection of DVDs to rent.  They carry DVDs to buy, as well as lots of Taiwan and Chinese imports.  Good selection of CDs and…

Bend Yoga Studio

5014 McKinney Ave
Dallas, TX 75205

Francesca L. writes: They have intimate concerts on the weekends here and it's really nice...about 60 people max, chillin in a folding chair with your shoes off, the artist right there in front of you...it's nice. about $20 and plus you can buy the cd from the artist…

Wright's Barber Stylist

113 N Ballard Ave
Wylie, TX 75098

Tom W. writes: Good old fashioned barber shop.  No hair gel here, and don't fear the straight razor.

La Quinta

4440 N Central Expy
Dallas, TX 75206

lucy b. writes: Safe, clean, and affordable at a great location. Not an easy combination to find in Dallas. The staff is very nice and accommodating. My sister and I stayed here for one night to catch a concert downtown. We felt totally safe returning to our rooms…

Amf Bowling Centers

3805 Belt Line Rd
Addison, TX 75001

Charles L. writes: Now it's called 300.  They have pool tables, bowling, video games and miniature golf under black lights.  Bowling is the main draw and I've gone there several times for that.  Food is ok.  They do have a large area of chairs of sofas so it's not a…

Family Karaoke Music Studio

11339 Emerald St
Dallas, TX 75229

Francesca L. writes: This place has recently moved to a new and big building--near Namoo on Goodnight Ln. Now they have huge front room/bar area with 6 or so tables. Being new, everything is very clean and nice.
I guess due to incidents in the past, they are really strict…

On the Spot Jewelry and Watch Repair

6121 W Park Blvd Ste B
Plano, TX 75093

Charles L. writes: I recently got a couple watches with metal bands.  Having only owned watches with leather bands (or plastic way back) I had no idea how to adjust the size on them.  They were happy to adjust it for me, but charged about $10 a watch.  Very quick and…

Taco Delite West

2957 W 15th St
Plano, TX 75075

Charles L. writes: I'm not a big eater of fast food anymore, but this is one of the few places I don't mind going to if fast food is all I have time for.  It serves Mexican, as you'd expect, but the food is a step up from what you'll find other places.  You don't feel…

Queen of Sheba

14875 Inwood Rd
Addison, TX 75001

Bumble B. writes: I had no idea Ethiopian food could be this good.  I went with several friends, so we ordered 4 entrees.  They along with several veggies and lentil dishes were served family style on a great big platter .  I loved the whole experience of trying…

24 Hour Fitness

2524 N Galloway Ave
Mesquite, TX 75150

Francesca L. writes: Compared to my crappy 24, this one was much better! The changing/locker area is more closed off and not all out in the open right at the door. The showers are just curtains though, not the frosted glass like my other gym, but not a big deal..

The best…

Westin Galleria Dallas

13340 Dallas Pkwy
Dallas, TX 75240

Maggie V. writes: So I have been staying here for the past few weeks on business. Unfortunately the hotel is going through some remodeling, and although there are very lovely pictures of what every will look like... the current Westin is not up to par. The water and…

Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Superstore

229 E FM 1382
Ste 510
Cedar Hill, TX 75106

Donna W. writes: When I was younger, I only thought of Jo-Ann's as having fabric and sewing notions and not much more. Yet in my more mature years, I find that Jo-Ann's has expanded its wares and is aptly deserving of the name addendum "and Craft Superstore".
Besides…

Paciugo Gran Caffe

3030 Olive St
Ste 102
Dallas, TX 75334

Anthony H. writes: Yup, my experience wity Paciugo Gran Cafe was pretty much like Donna W's... it's a great place to watch a movie on the big screens at Victory Plaza. I tried their ice cream, specifically the Caramel flavor, and it was pretty good... ultra creamy as…

Sarku Japan

3811 South Cooper St
Parks Mall Food Court, 2nd Floor
Arlington, TX 76004

Donna W. writes: This place scores 4 stars because it's light (compared to what's around in the food court as dining options), fresh (they grill it up right in front of you at the counter), tasty,  fast and cheap. They make teriyaki dishes (chicken, beef, seafood or…

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1111 W Airport Fwy Ste 135
Irving, TX 75062

kate r. writes: Quick and friendly service. It doesn't hurt if you're hooked up with an employee discount either... =)

Firehouse Subs

2304 Coit Rd
Plano, TX 75075

Charles L. writes: This sub shop is near my new apartment and my friend and I stopped here for lunch.  Their claim to fame is that they steam their meat to improve the flavor.  Ordered a Hero, grabbed a bottle of hot sauce from their extensive collection and we sat…

Cindi's Ny Deli Bakery & Restaurant

7522 Campbell Rd Suite 117
Dallas, TX 75248

Charles L. writes: I go here from time to time for lunch.  I always get the deli sandwiches, normally for take out.  The place is very popular, there is always a wait.  The sandwiches are huge.  Piles and pile of meat.  I normally eat half and save half for later.…

Carvel Ice Cream

7522 Campbell Rd #114
Dallas, TX 75248

Charles L. writes: I needed some ice cream after lunch so stopped by here.  I hadn't heard of Carvel before.  It seems they specialize in making cakes.  They had a large sign near the register suggesting you get your face on a cake...  umm, no thanks.

They don't have a…

Long's Tailor

7522 Campbell Rd # 115
Dallas, TX 75248

Charles L. writes: I took a few sweaters with holes here to get fixed and have some pants altered.  They did an excellent job, although it took several days.  I couldn't even detect were the original holes were in my sweaters!  I was very happy.  The service was very…

Sneaky Petes

2 Eagle Point Rd
Lewisville, TX 75077

becky s. writes: Fried fish, scantily clad waitresses, live reggae music, excellent mixed drinks... what more could you ask for? I went to Sneaky Pete's for the first time this past weekend with a friend of mine who lives in Lewisville. We had the alligator tail…