Eats 2015

annual local food guide

ONLY SHARKS GET

FRESHER SEAFOOD With our more than 100 varieties of saltwater and freshwater fish and shellfish, the world of seafood is your oyster. Shipments are flown to Texas from places all over the world, including Hawaii, Ecuador, and Maine. Each fillet and steak is expertly cut by our fishmongers from whole fish. We’ll even pack them on ice for the drive home so you’re fish remains as fresh as if you had caught it yourself. Minus all the work.

CENTRALMARKET.COM FORT WORTH 4651 WEST FREEWAY | 817-989-4700 SOUTHLAKE 1425 E. SOUTHLAKE BLVD. | 817-310-5600 2015 | eats: local food guide

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tear into some BadAss BBQ Cover by Ryan Burger contributing Photos by Jason Harvey

Welcome to Eats 2015!

BRISKET S AUSAG E RIBS

PORK CHOPS

CHICKEN FRIED STEAK HELL, WE GOT TACOS!

We all know Fort Worth is booming. Over the last couple of years alone, the Fort has become one of the fastest-growing cities in America. And other cities our size or larger are looking at us to see how we’ve handled the amazing growth. Just as vital as the influx of visitors to our success is our grassroots economy, and that’s why local farmers, food distributors, restaurateurs, and chefs have committed themselves to growing their businesses from the ground up. Literally.

The Fort Worth Weekly continues to support all businesses but especially locally owned ones, and our Eats: Local Food Guide is our way of celebrating the best, mostly independent culinary gems that our town has to offer. Though mostly a directory, Eats is also a great read, full of eye-popping descriptions of delicious food –– from sushi to pizza, Tex-Mex to barbecue, pho to vegetarian –– and tons of information about your next date night or happy hour.

Remember: Think local, shop local, create local, dine local, and live local.

EDITORIAL Associate Editor Anthony Mariani Listings Editor Kristian Lin Staff Writers Jimmy Fowler, Peter Gorman, Eric Griffey, Jeff Prince Contributors Sarah Angle, Edward Brown, Leonard Eureka, Laurie James, Annabelle Massey Malloy, Steve Steward Proofreader Margaret Allyson Contributing Photographers Lee Chastain, Robert Hart, Brian Hutson, Vishal Malhotra prod u ctio N

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1620 N. Las Vegas Trail 1/4 mile N of 820

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The Virgin Olive Oiler The Largest Selection of Extra Virgin

eat

Olive Oils on Tap in Texas!

Stop in to see and taste!

Get the full experience! *As always, cleanse your palette between tastings with complimentary

drink socialize THE CULTURAL DISTRICT’S Exquisite Dining Experience 3700 Mattison Ave, FW 76107 817-989-0007 www.fwpiola.com

wine anytime you visit the store!*

Taste Before You Buy Every Day at the Virgin Olive Oiler 4801 Overton Ridge Blvd. Suite 128 | Fort Worth, Texas 76132 | 817.294.0036 www.thevirginoliveoiler.com

HAPPy HouR 1/2 Price Local Draft Beer 3pm-6pm

7 days a week

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LITTLE RED WASP KITCHEN + BAR

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808 Main St, Fort Worth, TX 76102 (817) 877-3111 / littleredwasp.com

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Family Owned & Operated since 1982

Chuy’s Mexican

Restaurant

The Original Chuy’s of Fort Worth

River Oaks 4441 RiverOaks Blvd 817-625-1107

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Haltom City 5115 NE 28th St 817-222-0390

1521 N Main St - 817-887-9322

THAI THAT YOU CAN HAVE EVERY DAY!

“Best Thai Food”

– FW Weekly Critics Choice 4630 SW Loop 820 817-731-0455 thaiselectrestaurant.com

SPICE BY THAI SELECT

Thai Kitchen & Bar If you love Thai food, itʼs always a special day.

– Bud Kennedy, DFW.com – Eatsbeat

411 W. Magnolia Ave 817-984-1800 • spicedfw.com

“Best Thai Food”

– FW Weekly Readers Choice 4601 West Frwy, Ste 206 817-737-8111 lovethailicious.com

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DOS GRINGOS

RESTAURANT & CANTINA

THE COOLEST HOT SPOT IN THE CULTURAL DISTRICT CELEBRATING 40 YEARS

HAPPY HOUR

MON-FRI 4-7 HOUSE MARGARITAS $4 $3 BIG DRAFT BEERS & $4 WINE

VOTED BEST MARGARITA BEST QUESADILLA - FWWEEKLY

LOCATED IN THE HEART OF THE HISTORIC FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS Everything from traditional, to exotics

1015 University Dr. Fort Worth • 817-338-9393 www.dosgringosrestaurant.com

in Historic Stockyards District Since 1947

such as Salmon, Alligator, Ostrich, Kangaroo, Elk, Venison, Buffalo and much more. We also carry a large variety of Hunter & Game Sausages, Hot Sauces, Spices & Rubs, Flavored

INTERNATIONALLY RENOWNED CHARCOAL BROILED STEAKS FINE WESTERN DINING• PRIVATE PARTY ROOMS

Popcorn, unique Candies and more

140 E. Exchange Ave, Ste 128 Fort Worth, TX 76164 817-624-2902 www.ftworthjerky.com Located in the Historic Stockyards

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Where Real Cowboys Eat!

www.cattlemenssteakhouse.com 2458 North Main Street L Fort Worth, TX 76164 L 817.624.3945

FORT WORTH’S BEST

Voted

Martini • Breakfast • Pizza • Dessert • Family Restaurant Chicken Fried Steak • American Restaurant • Brunch

Lunch & Dinner

Breakfast Lunch & Dinner 7 Days A Week Breakfast Saturday & Sunday

Cocktails 4700 CAMP BOWIE BLVD, FORT WORTH, TX 76107 817-733-4761 • WWW.LUCILESSTATESIDEBISTRO.COM Mon-Thu 11:00am-10pm|Fri 11:00am-11pm|Sat 9am-11pm|Sun 9am-10pm

Daily Fresh Seafood Specials & Homemade Soups, Pastas, Authentic Wood-Oven Pizzas, Steaks & More!

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Parkview Patio Open • Happy Hour Wed-Sat 4-8pm DAILY TEX-MEX SPECIALS TUE-FRI

Tex-Mex & Tapas Cuisine Lunch Wed-Fri 11a-2p • Dinner Wed-Sat 5-10p THE FORT WORTH VENUE FOR LIVE MUSIC

NO COVER

FULL BAR

HAPPY HOUR WED-SAT 5-8PM • PRIVATE PARTIES AVAILABLE • CAN NOW RESERVE FOR OFFICE PARTIES, • HAPPY HOURS OR FOR ANY OCCASION!

1010 Houston St., Fort Worth • 817-336-3124 www.mambosfortworth.com

fresh seAfOOD !

seafood boils • lunch specials • patio seating

happy hour • full bar service • private events

6115 Camp Bowie Blvd. #104 FW 76116 • 817-763-8585 theblucrab.com 12

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I know the name of every customer I have ever served. it’s Honey.

Or Sugar.

Sometimes Darlin’.

Free WiFi 2pm-6am Voted Best Breakfast 2005-2014 Best Late Night Spot

1509 S. University • Fort Worth • 817-336-0311 2015 | eats: local food guide

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Fast, casual restaurant offering a healthier option of great tasting food

Eclectic Entrées - Sandwiches - Salads - Vegan Options Full Menu on

RabbitsGardenFreshCafe

If you like our burgers you will love our tenderloin.

Join us for our chef inspired daily specials.

761 Keller Parkway, Suite 107, Keller, TX 76248 •817-741-3554

The word is out! Wall Street Journal includes Salsa limon as a great eating destination.

Voted BEST SIDE TRIP Across University Dr. Salsa Limon serves authentic, Mexico City style tacos filled with tangy pork and fresh herbs.

- Wall Street Journal Museo 929 University Dr. 817-820-0680

3005 Morton at Norwood | 817-332-3344 www.mmlbar.com 14

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La Gran Plaza 4200 S. Fwy Suite 1099 817-921-4435

Fort Worth, TX • www.salsalimon.com

HABANERO’S Grill & Cantina

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Grass Fed Meat Market Grass Fed Beef & Lamb Pasture Raised Pork & Chicken Raw Milk Cheeses, Free Range Eggs & More

New

Chef New

Menu New

All raised locally right here in North Texas!

Serving Hot & Juicy Burgers Fri, Sat & Sun. 3326 W 7th St, Ft. Worth • 817-878-2722 www.BurgundyPastureBeef.com

American Dinner • Brunch 2418 Forest Park Blvd, FW 76110 817-927-7372 • seradiningandwine.com

“A TEXAS TRADITION SINCE 1968”

NOW SERVING WINGS!!

JOIN MAMA’S COUPON CLUB! Text MAMAS to 39649 for Special Offers

5811 Bryant Irvin Rd., Fort Worth 817-346-6262 1200 North Fielder, Arlington 817-795-8700 1813 W. Berry St., Fort Worth 817-923-3541 26 E. Debbie Lane, Mansfield 817-473-2600 5800 Camp Bowie, Fort Worth 817-731-6262 3529 Heritage Trace Pkwy., Keller 817-750-6262 9101 Blvd. 26, Ste 131, North Richland Hills 817-281-0571 16

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mercadojuarez.com

Award-Winning Salsa Delicious Lunch Specials

1651 East Northside Drive, Fort Worth 817-838-8285

125 E I-20, Arlington 817-557-9776

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HOME OF THE BIG BUNS VOTED BEST FAMILY RESTAURANT 2012 – Local Eats

Homemade Desserts

Catering Available

D a i ly L u n c h S p e c i a ls2pm from 11am

—

M a k e s u re y o u s to p b y f o r one of our

Happy Hour

Chicken On Fire Press

Domestic Bottles

12" Coney Pizza

902 Houston Street

FW 76102 • 817-877-4727

Mon-Fri

6:30-10:30am

Breakfast Special

3

$

99

PLUS TAX

Mon-Sat Lunch Specials

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$

45 PLUS TAX

Mon-Sat Dinner Specials

Sun — Tues 3 — 8

$2.50 $3.25

Domestic Drafts $3 Wells $5 Crown & Down

Live Music Tues, W

ed & Fri DJ Fri & Sat Night Karaoke Sun days

BEST THAI Four Years in a Row!

– Fort Worth Weekly

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$

95 PLUS TAX

Family Owned & Operated Since 1983

Serving Breakfast All Day! EXTENDED HOURS: Mon.-Sat. 6:30am-8:30pm • Sun. 7am-3pm

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5401 South Hulen 6200 E. Lancaster Fort Worth, TX 76132 Handley, TX 76112 817-361-8500 817-451-6180 3701 E. Belknap - Riverside Area 1 Mile East of Downtown Fort Worth, TX 76111 817-222-0883 5401 S. Blue Mound Rd. Saginaw, TX 76106 • 817-625-4115 2051 W. Airport Frwy

Atmosphere and cuisine to Thai for!

Grand Re-opening in April. Come in for free beer and margaritas from 4-8pm

Downtown at The Embassy Suites Hotel • Free Valet! Full Bar!

Euless, TX 76040 • 817-354-5900

600 Commerce St. 76102 • 817-332-0088 • www.thaitinas.com

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Expires 4/30/15.

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Expires 4/30/15.

NOW OPEN • DOWNTOWN FORT WORTH 411 W. 7th St., Fort Worth, TX., 76102

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BBQ Lunch Specials Served 11am-3pm 7 days a week

on the BRAZOS “Some of the best brisket in the area is being served here” Mon-Fri 6:30am-3pm Saturday 9am-3pm

Happy Hour Mon-Fri 3pm-7pm

Margarita Lg. 5.25 Sm. 3.25

9001 East Hwy. 377 Cresson, TX 76035 @ The Texaco Plaza

817-396-4758

For Inquiries about Catering & Private Parties Contact Kathryn @ 817-291-6152

Gift Cards . Catering . Food to Go

$5

99

Taco Tuesday

$9

99

Fajita Wednesday 6770 Fossil Bluff Dr, Ft. Worth 817-232-2966 1601 Airport Freeway, Bedford 817-354-9587

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LIVE MUSIC EVERY THUR-FRI-SAT NIGHT!

COMING UP:

3/26 TEXAS CRAFT BEER, LIQUOR & WINE TASTINGS - FREE TASTINGS FROM LOCAL VENDORS 7PM-10PM

LIVE MUSIC W/CURT DIXON 3/28 & 3/29 BRUNCH WITH THE EASTER BUNNY 10AM-12:30PM

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK - 112 W ELLISON ST BURLESON, TEXAS - 817-447-2337 www.old-town-brew.com

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The Ninja Invasion Has Begun.

Japanese Buffet • Large Variety of Sushi Rolls, Hibachi and Salad Bar • Full Bar American-Japanese Fusion Cuisine • Full Menu • Happy Hour 5pm-8pm • Specials All Day Full Bar with all Japanese Draft Beers • Chocolate Fountain & more • Ask about our Daily Special!

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excluding beverages & alcohol

excluding beverages & alcohol

Menu Items Or Buffet

Ninja Sushi & Grill *Cannot be combined with any other offer.

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4638 S. COOPER ST., #190 ARLINGTON • 817-472-5600 NEW! 4714 SW LOOP 820 FORT WORTH• 817-377-0690 WWW.NINJASUSHIGRILL.COM

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Ninja Sushi & Grill *Cannot be combined with any other offer.

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Vintage Automobile Museum

SEAFOOD & STEAKHOUSE WITH HAND-CRAFTED COCKTAILS

Tom Burger Black Angus Ground Brisket, Cheddar Cheese,BBQ Sauce, Bacon and carmelized onions, lettuce, Tomato, pickles.

(Remove bun for a gluten-free item)

DINNER - Tuesday - Saturday 5:00pm - 10:00pm BAR - Tuesday - Saturday 4:00pm - Close (We have a late night 2am permit)

HAPPY HOUR IN BAR 4:00PM - 7:00PM BRUNCH SUNDAY 10AM-2PM

AWARD-WINNING STEAKS, SEAFOOD DESSERT & WINE LIST

Great Food & Full Bar

PRIME RIB FRIDAYS

22oz award-winning prime rib served with garlic mashed potatoes, asparagus, homemade au jus and creamy horseradish, $38.

First come, first served!

CALL TO MAKE RESERVATIONS 3206 Winthrop Ave, Fort Worth, Texas (817) 570-0340 | thewildmushroomrestaurant.com 22

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LIVE MUSIC on Weekends

Monday - Friday 11am-11pm

Saturday & Sunday Brunch 10am-2pm

202 Fort Worth Hwy, Weatherford, TX 76086

817.594.3750

Come To

Weatherford BIG JOHN’S BURGERS & BEER 105 College Ave Weatherford, TX 76086 817-341-6717

VINTAGE GRILL & CAR MUSEUM 202 Fort Worth Hwy Weatherford, TX 76086 817-594-3750

EATS RUSTIC MARKET 109 N. Main St Weatherford, TX 76086 817-599-4422

2 OUTLAWS BBQ 609 N. Main St Weatherford, TX 76086 817-594-5449

ANTEBELLUM ALE HOUSE 321 E. Oak St Weatherford, TX 76086 817-341-6625

stay awhile

YESTERDAYS

Sandwich Shop YESTERDAY’S SANDWICH SHOP 201 N. Main St Weatherford, TX 76086 817-599-3903 2015 | eats: local food guide

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ALL NEW COCKTAIL MENU drinks - food - fun

2837 Crockett St, Fort Worth, TX 76107 817-887-9233 2015 | eats: local food guide

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New American Cuisine with a Global Influence 2600 W. 7 TH , FORT WORTH | 817.877.3888 | BITECITYGRILL.COM 26

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Chef Eddy Thretipthuangsin’s latest venture — a modern twist on traditional Thai cuisine.

2801 W 7th Street Fort Worth, TX 817.984.1363 KinKinUrbanThai.com

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Delicious Home Cookin’

EAT AT JOE’S!

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Catfi sh!

Every Friday Night Irivng & Watauga only

425 W Irving Blvd • Irving, TX • 972-253-7335 5912 Denton Hwy • Watauga, TX • 817-788-9583 310 N. Mitchell Rd • Mansfield, TX • 817-477-3383 – CALL LOCATION FOR HOURS –

Breakfast Sat & Sun

$5.95

Lunch special

BEST FOOD IN TOWN & ATMOSPHERE TO MATCH! 5693 WestCreek Dr. SW Forth Worth. Texas

817.294.0020

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Lunch & Dinner

7days / week

AUTHENTIC RECIPES & FRESH INGREDIENTS

324 S. Saginaw Blvd., Saginaw, Texas

817-847-0400

LAND & SEA, WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED!

3349 Western Center Blvd.,

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Explore Downtown Arlington with more than 20 unique bars and restaurants to choose from! downtownarlington.org

BABE’S CHICKEN HOUSE COOL BERRY FROZEN YOGURT FLYING FISH FUZZY’S TACO SHOP THE GREASE MONKEY HOOLIGAN’S PUB ICAFE JIMMY JOHN’S J. GILLIGAN’S BAR & GRILL MAVERICKS BAR & GRILL MELLOW MUSHROOM OLD SCHOOL PIZZA & SUDS PIE FIVE PIZZA CO. POTAGER CAFE RESTAURANT506 THE TIN CUP TWISTED ROOT BURGER CO.

El Gabacho Tex-Mex Grill We take life with A grain of salt, a wedge of lime and a shot of tequila.

HAPPY HOUR Monday-Friday 11-7 OVER 100 PREMIUM TEQUILAS

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2408 W. Abram Arlington, TX

Banquet Room Available for Private Parties

Piccolo Mondo Italian Restaurant

829 Lamar Blvd East, Arlington ~ 817-265-9174 (Metro)

Burgers - Bar - Live music - sports events - indoor/outdoor patio

Open for Lunch & Dinner Piano Player Tues.- Sat.

Live Music: Fri Mar 27 ..... Van Darien Sat Mar 28 .... Devin Leigh Fri Apr 3 ........ Legacy 4 Sat Apr 4 ....... Whitnye Raquel

Mon-fri 11am-2am Saturday 10am-2am Sunday 11am-12am

200 N Mesquite St, Arlington 817.665.5454 GREASEMONKEYBURGERS.COM 2015 | eats: local food guide

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BEST CATFISH

A Southern Style Dish! Served with Homemade Tartar Sauce!

IN THE METROPLEX!!!

BRING IN THIS AD FOR A FREE DRINK W/PURCHASE BONELESS WING TUESDAY

$.59 BONELESS WINGS 18 WING SAUCES, RANGING FROM MILD BUFFALO TO SPICY, HONEY BBQ, PARMESAN GOLDEN GARLIC, AND MANY MORE!

817-572-1600

4261 W GREEN OAKS BLVD ARLINGTON, TX 76016 TJS-ARLINGTONTX.COM TJSARLINGTONTX

TWITTER@TJSARLINGTONTX

NEW YORK PIZZA, PASTA & SUBS ITALIAN RESTAURANT Mon-Thurs 11am-10pm Fri & Sat 11am-11pm Sun 12pm-10pm

Browse through our large selection of vegetable and herb plants, hanging baskets, garden decor & beautiful pottery

BYOB LUNCH SPECIALS Mon-Fri 11am-2pm

WWW.NYPIZZAPASTA-DFW.COM

Family Owned and Operated – Est. 1969 Mon-Sat 8-7pm Sun 8-6pm 3001 W. Arkansas Lane • Arlington, 76016 (817) 274-2435 • www.greensproduce.com 32

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4750 Bryant Irvin Rd. Ste#858 • Fort Worth, TX 76132

817-924-0990

PIZZA • PASTA • SALAD • SUBS • APPETIZER • DESSERT

Live Music

HUGE Heated patio patio & & outdoor outdoor stage stage

every every thursday thursday thru thru sunday sunday evening evening

Margarita wednesday every wednesday 11am - 6pm

BIKE NIGHT 3rd Thursday every month

LUNCHES STARTING AT $5.99 5024 S. Cooper, Arlington, Just south of I-20 • 817-468-2557

DINNERS STARTING AT $8.49

New Sign, New Hours, New Drinks, New Stage, New Location.

Same GREAT food!

featured on 11 hand crafted sodas, home made pies • BYOB Bootleg fried chicken is back!

2230 W. Park Row., Pantego, TX • 817-459-3700

New Hours Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm, Fri-Sat, 11am-10pm, Sun 11am-4pm 2015 | eats: local food guide

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100% Fresh ingredients, responsiBle and sustainaBle produce

Best Margarita

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Greenwo d’s Family Owned!

German Restaurant

Grünewald’s Piece of Nature Handcrafted German Organic Bread

Available at the BRIT Monthly

Farmers Market

To-Go • PaTio • Lunch • Dinner Brunch WeekenDs - saT & sun 10am - 2:30Pm Wake & make BLooDy mary Bar 3516 BlueBonnet Cir, 682-708-3127

delivery now availaBle!

Full Bar Sunday Brunch Live Music No Cover • Patio Seating

Saturday, April 4th

& the First Saturday of Each Month BRIT FARMERS MARKET 1700 UNIVERSITY DR, FW 76107 • 817-332-4441 3522 Bluebonnet Circle • FW 76109 Lunch Th & Fri 11-2p • Dinner Tue-Th 4p-9p 817-921-6777 fax 6779 Fri & Sat 4p-10p •Closed Sunday & Monday www.greenwoodsgerman.com

Sunday 10a-2a

Monday - Tuesday 11a-12a

Wednesday - Saturday 11a-2a

Your Neighborhood Bar & Grill

FRED’S TCU 3509 BLUEBONNET CIR. 817-916-4650

FRED’S NORTH 2730 WESTERN CENTER BLVD 817-232-0111

FRED’S WEST 7TH 915 CURRIE ST 817-332-0083

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DAILY DRINK SPECIALS K IDS E AT Saturday F R EE & Sunday All Day

B ru nch

Monday & Tuesday

3468 Bluebonnet Cir • Fort Worth, Texas (817) 923-7625 • www.TheBottomFW.com

BEST WINGS 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 - FW WEEKLY

3015 S. UNIVERSITY | 817-386-9601 MON-SUN 11A-2A 2015 | eats: local food guide

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Craft Conscious

The makers of the Near Southside certainly leave their mark, sharing in the true joy of supporting the endeavors of friends and neighbors alike. Whether craftcentric, locavoracious or just in search of a singularly divine treat, our eateries have the roasters, toasters, makers and bakers to keep you loco for locals.

With undying respect for the gumption of the upstart, the Near Southside has become a cradle for the DIY spirit, encouraging those who follow their own path.

Angie’s Bikkles Caribbean Restaurant Avoca Coffee Roasters Benito’s Restaurante Brewed Cane Rosso Cannon Chinese Kitchen Cat City Grill Chadra Mezza and Grill Chimera Brewing Ellerbe Fine Foods Esperanza’s Restaurant & Bakery Finn MacCool’s Pub Good Luck Grand Cru Wine Bar & Boutique Hot Damn, Tamales!

Jesus Family Restaurant Kent & Co. King Tut Egyptian Restaurant Le’s Wok Lili’s Bistro on Magnolia Magnolia Market & Cheese Company MammaMia Melt Ice Creams Mexican Inn Cafe Nickels Distilling Nonna Tata Old Neighborhood Grill Paco & John Mexican Diner

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Are you craving a specific food?

Do you have no idea what you want to eat? Want to try something new? EATS makes it easy with our restaurant listings!

Grease Monkey Burger Shop and Social Club 200 N Mesquite St, Arlington 817-665-5454 GreaseMonkeyBurgers.com

AMERICAN, BURGERS & MORE

Grease Monkey is Arlington. The owners, investors, and operators all have lived in Arlington, gone to high school in Arlington, or attended UTA. And Arlington should be thankful. Along with live music throughout the year on the indoor/outdoor patio, Grease Monkey serves up one of the best burgers in the great 817.

The food is so good it’s bananas!

The Bearded Lady

Houston Street Bar & Patio

A neighborhood tavern in the heart of the booming Near Southside, The Bearded Lady provides gourmet pub food, a warm, cozy atmosphere, a full bar with all of your favorite spirits, and a rotating selection of the best craft beers in the country.

In addition to two HD projector screens, Houston Street Bar’s spectacular rooftop patio has a fully stocked bar. And every day’s a party at Houston Street Bar. There are the daily lunch and drink specials plus live music Tue-Fri, DJs Fri-Sat, and karaoke Sun. Big game or UFC fight coming up? Houston Street Bar will be the place to be.

1229 7th Av, 817-349-9832 twitter.com/BeardedLadyFW

Brewsters West 7th

2837 Crockett St, 817-887-9233 BrewstersWest7th.com

Brewsters West 7th is really good at two things: beer and burgers. Along with a mouthwatering burger, you can choose from more than 45 beers. More than their super-fast, scrumptious burgers, the Brewsters folks go gaga over their beers. Come in for happy hour 11-7pm everday to watch your favorite teams on any one of the multiple flat-screens, and you’ll be back.

Chop House Burgers

2230 W Park Row Dr, Pantego 817-459-3700 ChopHouseBurgers.com

Along with more space, with room for a copious stage, Chop House Burgers now has an extended menu.

One of award-winning Chef Kenny Mills’ faves is The Carolina, a char-grilled mixture of ground beef and slow-smoked pulled pork topped with bold Carolinastyle barbecue sauce. See what the popular Food Network show Diners, Drive-ins & Dives has made such a big fuss about.

Chuyito’s Burgers

1521 N Main St, 817-887-9322 facebook.com/ChuyitosBurgers

Along with ice-cold tap beer and a full bar, Chuyito’s serves half-pound burgers with a Mexican twist. Roll up your sleeves because these bad boys are a little messy, and every bite is delicious. Love burgers? Love Tex-Mex? Chuyito’s has got you covered.

Fred’s Texas Café

915 Currie St, 817-332-0038 FredsTexasCafe.com

In the heart of the West 7th corridor, Fred’s has been serving the best burgers in town for nearly 50 years.

With rustic Western décor, a spacious patio, and a welcoming staff, Fred’s is always ready for good times.

The beer is always ice-cold, and while there’s live music almost every night of the week, there’s never a cover. Check out Fred’s other locations: on Western Center in North Fort Worth and on Bluebonnet Circle

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Greasy Bend Burgers

2919 Race St, 817-222-0184 facebook.com/GreasyBendBurgers

Greasy Bend Burgers keeps things simple by serving only the freshest third-pound burgers, BLTs, and grilled cheese sandwiches. Served on a toasted bun, the burgers are always hot and fresh. Extras include mushrooms, avocado, bacon, and grilled onions.

Potatoes are cut daily for delicious fries.

902 Houston St, 817-877-4727 HoustonStBarFW.com

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Kincaid’s Hamburgers Six Tarrant County locations KincaidsHamburgers.com

OPEN FOR LUNCH M-F 11a-2:30p

Kincaid’s has a down-home, laid-back attitude while serving up the best hamburgers you’ll ever eat.

Kincaid’s burgers are made from the very best USDA Choice chuck available. Top your burger with bacon or chili and add a side of fried okra or onion rings.

Kincaid’s deviled eggs are world famous, so don’t leave without throwing a couple of those down the hatch.

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Little Red Wasp Kitchen + Bar 808 Main St, 817-877-3111 LittleRedWasp.com

Located in the heart of downtown Fort Worth, Little Red Wasp straightforward food, lots of beer, and a full bar. The kitchen is open daily and serves brunch on Saturdays and Sundays.

Magnolia Motor Lounge 3005 Morton, 817-332-3344 MMLBar.com

Located in the West 7th corridor, Magnolia Motor Lounge is an awesome watering hole with a rockin’ atmosphere and outdoor patio. In addition to the award-winning burgers, hot dogs, and huge sandwiches, MML offers some of the tastiest chefinspired daily lunch specials you’ll find in town. A few favorites include the pepper-seared tenderloin sandwich, asparagus-bacon-parmesan quiche, fried pork chop with loaded mash, or the barbecue chicken flatbread.

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Shaw’s Patio Bar and Grill 1051 W Magnolia Av, 817-927-2118 ShawsPatio.com

For the best and most creative burgers and shakes in town, Shaw’s is the place. The Near Southside establishment offers half-pound Angus burgers loaded with flavor. Not only does Shaw’s offer specialty burgers and sides, but there’s also an assortment of juicy hot dogs, fresh salads, and great sandwiches. While Shaw’s is a family establishment, it also has a full bar with great happy hour specials and two fabulous patios.

The Rock Wood Fired Pizza & Spirits 3351 Texas Sage Tr, 817-741-7625 TheRockWFK.com

Established in 1995, The Rock Wood Fired Kitchen is a family friendly, full service, unique dining concept, offering a variety of classics and favorites, including

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pizzas, burgers, spirits, and more. Don’t forget about The Rock’s custom Rocktails and signature buckets.

And don’t worry about the children. The Rock has a full kids’ menu, which includes pizza dough to play with.

Pho Hung

Tillman’s Roadhouse

2615 W Pioneer Pkwy, Grand Prairie, 972-660-8881 Pho-focused Vietnamese eats and unusual nonalcoholic drinks in a simple, relaxed setting make Pho Hung a destination. The menu is vast, featuring everything from charbroiled pork spring rolls, pork/shrimp/lemongrass chicken vermicelli, and combination fried rices to boba teas and pho served traditional style with fresh lime, cilantro, mint, and bean sprouts, Pho Hung has something for every Vietfood lover.

2933 Crockett St, 817-850-9255 TillmansRoadhouse.com

Tillman’s is an update on the classic Texas roadhouse: regional menu favorites, familiar tunes, and no-oneis-a-stranger hospitality, all energized with a modern take. On local Fridays, enjoy Texas-brewed beers.

Brunch is 11am-3pm every weekend, and there are drink specials every day of the week.

6399 Camp Bowie Blvd, FW 817-386-2538 4125 E Belknap St, Ste 107, Haltom City, 817-831-9888

TJ’s Catfish & Wings

4261 W Green Oaks Blvd, Arlington 817-572-1600 TJs-ArlingtonTX.com

Along with the best catfish in North Texas, TJ’s also serves delectable wings, with 18 sauces, ranging from mild buffalo to spicy, honey barbecue, parmesan, and golden-garlic. Watch the big game on the main 60-inch TV or one of five 40-inch “sideline” screens. The stadium-style seating makes TJ’s the perfect place for rooting on the good guys.

Vintage Grill & Car Museum 202 Fort Worth Hwy, Weatherford 817-594-3750 VintageGrillandMuseum.com

Vintage Grill & Car Museum, co-owned by Chef Jerrett Joslin and Tom Moncrief, features farmto-table Southern-style cuisine with a twist, plus an eclectic collection of vintage automobiles. The new restaurant, bar, and car museum located in the original McDavid car dealership building (circa 1930), just off the square, Vintage Grill also has outdoor patio dining, indoor dining, and a gift shop.

Drawing customers from all over North Texas, the restaurant/museum offers lunch, dinner, and, on Saturdays and Sundays, brunch. Using only highquality ingredients, Chef Joslin crafts mind-blowing chicken and waffles, chicken-fried steak, ribs, burgers, fish tacos, sea bass, salads, and more. To the extent possible, the produce is sourced from the world-famous Weatherford Farmers’ Market right across the street.

ASIAN, SUSHI & PHO MK’s Sushi

2901 Fair Dr, Ste 100, FW, 817-306-0003 2400 Airport Fwy, Ste 130, Bedford 817-545-4149 MksSushi.com

Since 2005, MK’s Sushi has been serving the finest sushi with love and compassion all while offering the best in culinary art in North Texas. With two convenient Tarrant County locations, stop by and experience MK’s Japanese masterpieces for yourself.

Ninja Sushi

4714 SW Loop 820, FW, 817-377-0960 4638 S, Cooper St, Arlington 817-472-5600 NinjaSushiGrill.com

Offering a wide variety of authentic Japanese food, Ninja Sushi features everything from hibachi to sushi to a chocolate fondue fountain. Order either from Ninja’s $9.99 lunch buffet or large menu. The Fort Worth location is new, so stop in soon to show some love.

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BARBECUE Bailey’s Barbeque

826 Taylor St, 817-335-7469

Bailey’s has been serving up meaty, flavorful barbecue from deep within downtown Fort Worth since 1931.

That’s right. Nineteen-Thirty-One. Bailey’s opens daily for lunch, with specials starting at less than $7 per person, including a barbecue sandwich of your choice plus chips and a drink. (Side upgrades are just 25 cents more.) Bailey’s has been open for 81 years, so if you haven’t eaten here, you haven’t tasted Fort Worth.

BBQ on the Brazos

9001 E Hwy 377 (located in the Texaco Plaza), Cresson, 817-396-4758 BBQOnTheBrazos.com

BBQ on the Brazos’ philosophy is quite simple. They like to blow smoke, one piece of hardwood at a time.

The cooks use only the best raw products money can buy, the freshest ingredients, and, of course, handselected hardwoods. BBQ on the Brazos wants to use the art of Texas barbecuing to create a memory, one bite at a time.

Billy’s Oak Acres BBQ

1620 N Las Vegas Tr, 817-367-2200 BillysOakAcresBBQ.com

Though featured on Diners, Drive-ins & Dives, Billy’s may be Fort Worth’s best-kept secret. Located in a small rustic building on the far West Side, this fine purveyor of ’cue has mastered the art of the smoker.

Try the pecan-smoked brisket, with a nice crisp exterior, continuous smoke ring, and delectable bits of melt-in-your mouth fat. Billy’s also serves chicken-fried steak on Thursdays and Sundays, and don’t forget about Taco Tuesdays, when Billy’s slings out pork and brisket tacos.

Hickory Stick BBQ

900 E Enon Av, Everman, 817-478-9997 Hickory-Stick.com

Family owned and operated since 1976, Hickory Stick knows barbecue. Their motto? “You’ve had the rest, now try the best.” The meat is slow-smoked to perfection and melts in your mouth. Hickory Stick also offers catering and party rooms. Stop on by today, and you’ll be made to feel right at home.

Texas Pit B-B-Q

324 S Saginaw Blvd, Saginaw 817-847-0400 facebook.com/pages/Texas-Pit-B-B-Q

Authentic, award-winning barbecue is what every customer gets when dining at Texas Pit. Best of Tarrant County and Best of the Northwest are just two of the many honors that this restaurant has received.

The beer is always cold, and three different catering packages suitable for any party are also offered.

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“The traveling ice cream experience” Serving hand-dipped ice cream to the DFW area.

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Come visit our Near, Southside Historic estate.

Dine al-fresco in our Food Truck Park, enjoy a game of badminton or croquet and visit our Museum inside.

1509 Pennsylvania Ave, Fort Worth, Texas • (817) 336-1212 • Mon-Fri 11am-2pm • www.historicfortworth.org/foodpark FORT WORTH FOOD PARK 2509 WEISENBERGER ST, FORT WORTH, TEXAS (972) 850-8736 OPEN WED-SUN 11AM-8PM HTTP://WWW.FWFOODPARK.COM/

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MK’s Sushi

Japanese Restaurant An Upscale Dining Experience

Bite City Grill

2600 W 7th St, 817- 877-3888 BiteCityGrill.com

Bite’s American cuisine with global influences is reflected in the restaurant’s modern yet rustic interior.

Chef Eddy Thretipthuangsin’s creations are accessible enough for a casual lunch but perfect for both everyday and special celebrations. The craft cocktails make Bite a great happy hour destination as well.

Lili’s Bistro

1310 W Magnolia Av, 817-877-0700 LilisBistro.com

Lili’s is about comfort –– from the service to the food and everything in between. Expect a twist on the expected. Smoked wild turkey sandwich? Yellow curry lobster tail salad? Petite beef wellington with gorgonzola? Lili’s got ’em. And don’t forget about the amazing wine list. The best part? Lili’s is simple enough for a casual get-together yet elegant enough for a night on the town.

Max’s Wine Dive

Two LocaTionS: 2901 Fair Drive, Ste 100 Fort Worth, TX 76131 817.306.0003

2400 Airport Frwy, Ste 130 Bedford, TX 7602 817.545.4149

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Authentic Mexican Food

2421 W 7th St, Ste 109, 817-870-1100 MaxsWineDive.com

Fried chicken and champagne? Why the hell not?! This isn’t just Max’s slogan, it’s the company philosophy.

The Wine Dive provides a unique dining experience, one that allows you to pair handpicked wines with comfort food while rocking out to cutting-edge tunes on the jukebox. Peanut butter-and-jelly wings? You bet.

Max’s got them too. And they’re amazeballs. And for your weight watchers, Chef Stefon Rishel also does lighter fare wonderfully. Stop by today, and bring your friends. And your appetite for food and fun.

Planet Sub

411 W 7th St, Ste 100, 817-846-7106 PlanetSub.com

Planet Sub is not your standard sandwich shop, and that’s not just because of the bread is made daily from scratch or the fresh ingredients that are combined in uncommon ways. It’s the culture, the way Planet Sub gives its customers a break from the droning grind of the corporate, cookie-cutter lifestyle that we all have become so accustomed to, that really makes PSUB different from any other restaurant.

Rabbits Garden Fresh Café

761 Keller Pkwy, Ste 107, Keller 817-741-3554 facebook.com/RabbitsGardenFreshCafe

Los Mejores Tacos!

HAPPY HOUR M-F 3-8PM OPEN LATE EVERY FRI & SAT!

1446 N. MAIN • 817-625-TACO (8226) Mon-Thur 9a-10p, Fri 8a-12a, Sat 8a-4a, Sun 8a-10p

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Rabbits Garden Fresh Café is a fast casual café with a menu designed to emphasize proteins and vegetables while cutting back on starches and carbohydrates.

Rabbits Garden offer bison, natural chicken, tuna, salmon, and shrimp as well as some vegan and vegetarian meals and seasonal fruit smoothies.

Rabbits Garden’s goal is to provide a fast, fresh, greattasting meal that people don’t have to feel guilty about.

And Rabbits Garden is always adding new things to the menu.

Righteous Foods

3405 W 7th St, 817-850-9996 EatRighteously.com

A clean-food eatery in the heart of the Cultural District, Righteous Foods focuses on responsibly sourced ingredients and tasty bites in a fun and relaxing atmosphere. Closed Sundays, open 7am-9pm MonFri, 9am-9pm Sat.

Sera Dining & Wine

2418 Forest Park Blvd, 817-927-7372 SeraDiningandWine.com

A neighborhood restaurant featuring new American cuisine and led by Chef Jen Williams, Sera offers shareable cheese and charcuterie plates and small and large plates that change frequently according to what’s fresh and in season –– Sera uses only the best, locally sourced ingredients. The desserts are made by hand daily, and the wine list reflects the menu, offering unique choices from around the world, and all of Sera’s drafts have been produced in North Texas.

CAFE & DINER Dixie House Café

5 Tarrant County Locations

Now with five locations, Dixie House Café is a prime example that hard work pays off. Family owned and operated since 1983, the café coined the phrase “Home of the Big Buns.” Enjoy desserts from scratch, breakfast specials, and homemade lunches and dinners. When visiting the Dixie House you are always guaranteed a good meal and a friendly smile.

Joe’s Coffee Shop

5912 Denton Hwy, Watauga 817-788-9583 425 W Irving Blvd, Irving 972-523-7335 310 N Mitchell Rd, Mansfield 817-477-3383 JoesCoffeeShop.net

Stop by Joe’s Coffee Shop for friendly atmosphere and some delicious downhome cooking. The full breakfast and lunch menus feature Joe’s famous catfish, chicken-fried steak, hamburgers, and homemade pies.

Breakfast is served until 3pm. Find Joe’s on Facebook for daily specials.

Ol’ South Pancake House 1509 S University Dr, 817-336-0311 OlSouthPancakeHouse.com

Serving great, hearty food for more than 30 years, Ol’ South is a true Fort Worth tradition. Open 24/7, Ol’ South has got something for everyone any time of day. Steaks, burgers, and, of course, breakfast –– Ol’ South’s got you covered. And you’re always welcome for some sho’ good eatin’.

Pearl Snap Kolaches

4006 White Settlement Rd, 817-233-8899 PSKolaches.com

Offering quick service, drip and specialty coffees, and an expanded menu of kolaches and other baked goods, Pearl Snap does just about everything –– except donuts! (Or Danishes.) Pearl Snap specializes in Czech-inspired, Texas-bred breakfast foods that have customers jumping out of bed every morning.

CUPCAKES & DESSERTS Atomic Candy

105 W Hickory St, Denton, 940-383-3780 Atomic-Candy.com

Located on the square in Denton, Atomic Candy is a kickass candy store with a nostalgic bent, carrying a wide array of vintage candy, novelties, and more than 250 different glass-bottled sodas.

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J. Raes Bakery

935 Foch St, 817-332-0090 Jraes.com

Cheesecakes, cupcakes, and cookies, oh, my. Baked fresh from scratch every day, J. Raes pumps out delicious treats for parties and celebrations that are sure to please everyone. Holiday specials and even custom treats are available.

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EVERYTHING ELSE Burgundy’s Local – Grass-Fed Meat Market & Grill 3326 W 7th St, 817-878-2722 BurgundyPastureBeef.com

Real food, real flavor, real wholesomeness, culinary quality with peace of mind –– that’s Burgundy’s core philosophy. Producing the highest quality 100-percent grass-fed beef, raised naturally in lush pastures right here in North Texas, Burgundy offers only foods that meet the company’s strict core philosophy, which means: raised in a sustainable manner and in the most natural setting –– on pasture, in the open air and sunshine –– and never with the use of growth promotants (hormones) or any other artificial circumstance. All the meats are cut and packaged onsite at The Burgundy Boucherie with the USDA stamp of approval. Burgundy’s food is simply the best for you and your family.

Central Market

4651 W Fwy, FW, 817-989-4700 1425 E Southlake Blvd, Southlake 817-310-5600 CentralMarket.com

Besides aisles and miles of the most exciting produce and packaged foods from around the world (including lots of local and organic products), Central Market has a full-service café, often features live music, has one of the best cheese departments in the country, and a staggering buffet of chef-prepared food to go. This is a market in the fullest sense of the word: a place to eat, meet, and learn.

Downtown Arlington, Inc. 316 W Main St, Arlington DowntownArlington.org

The Downtown Arlington area is growing rapidly and offers a little bit of everything all in one area. Blocks from UTA’s campus, about one mile from both Cowboys’ and Rangers’ stadiums, DTA has food, shopping, spas, and drinks for before and after games with some businesses offering shuttles to and from the games.

Come out and see what you’ve been missing.

Stockyards Station

140 E Exchange Av, 817-625-9715 StockyardsStation.com

“Find the Mediterranean on West 7th!”

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art on the map nationally. The venue was also there in the 1990s, when greedy real estate developers and other opportunists turned the neighborhood into a tacky carnival –– Deep Ellum needed to die. Now with The Prophet Bar’s help, Deep Ellum is experiencing a resurgence, fueled by time-tested elements: live music, raw inspiration, and real people. Get out and check out a show from touring and North Texas-local bands tonight.

Stockyards Station is your Western dining destination.

Take a walk down the trail to Habanero’s Grill and Cantina, where you can sip a margarita and enjoy some crazy-good authentic Mexican fare. If you’re in the mood for a burger, mosey on into Trail Boss Burgers, where you can choose from dozens of mouthwatering burgers and specialty sandwiches. Head across the train tracks to a Fort Worth favorite, Riscky’s Barbeque, and stuff yourself with ’cue sandwiches, baked beans, or sausage. Maybe “and” sausage.

The Prophet Bar

2546 Elm St, Dallas, 214-742-3667 TheProphetBar.com

Deep Ellum was born, died, and has been resurrected many times. The Prophet Bar has seen it all. In the early 1980s, the venue helped put Dallas music and

801 E Lamar Blvd, Arlington, 817-461-9362 WholeFoodsMarket.com

Whole Foods Market has been keeping food honest since 1980. Committed to quality every day, the store features foods that are free of artificial preservatives, colors, flavors, sweeteners, and hydrogenated fats.

From small-batch, artisan recipes to exotic flavors, the variety of products will expand your culinary vocabulary. Whole Foods Market, with its unwavering standards –– from farm to fork –– takes the guesswork out of every meal and adds a side of confidence.

FARMERS’ MARKETS, COFFEE & OILS Green’s Produce & Plants 3001 W Arkansas Ln, Arlington 817-274-2435 GreensProduce.com

Spring is in the air! It’s time to start planning your gardens, and Green’s Produce can help. Green’s has been a destination for more than 30 years and is still family-owned and -operated. Specializing in local seasonal fruits, vegetables, plants, and pottery, Green’s also makes custom gift baskets onsite with fresh fruits, canned jellies, and jalapeno peanut brittle.

Rodak’s

2520 W Pafford St, 817-924-6821 RodaksCoffeeandGrills.com

Rodak’s custom-roasted coffee is the world’s finest specialty grade coffee, and it’s roasted right here in Fort Worth. In addition to serving custom coffee, Marvin Rodak also is your certified Promo Grill dealer. Rodak also has launched a line of handmade-coffee meat rubs, including cherry-roasted and original. Custom rubs are also available for special order. Rodak also carries the best in hot sauces, mies, breading mix, pepper sauces, and locally made hot pepper pickles.

The Farmer’s Market 5507 E Belknap, Haltom City 817-838-8526

The Farmer’s Market has been family owned and operated since 1973, offering fresh vegetables and fruits, vegetable and herb plants for your garden, and a large flowering plant selection. Pecan shelling also available, and spring specials are going on now.

The Virgin Olive Oiler

4801 Overton Ridge Blvd, Ste 128 817-294-0036 TheVirginOliveOiler.com

Experience a selection of tap extra-virgin olive oils from around the world and aged balsamics from Modena, Italy. Taste before you decide, and the friendly staff will bottle on demand just for you. Browse and buy other items for your inner foodie, such as sea salts and pure cane sugars, pastas, pestos, and handcrafted olive oil soap.

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Piola Italian Restaurant

Greenwood’s German & European Restaurant

Using family recipes that have been handed down for generations, Chef Bobby Albanese creates delicious authentic Italian dishes in a comfortable at-home setting, complete with a beautiful garden/patio.

Experience the richness and diversity of Piola’s menu while relaxing in a beautiful space that takes you back in time. Located near the Cultural District, Piola restaurant is a short walk from the museums and a short drive from downtown.

3522 Bluebonnet Circle, 817-921-6777 GreenWoodsGerman.com

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This humble, quietly elegant eatery brings authentic German, Bavarian, Austrian, and other European flavors to a city notably lacking in these cuisines.

Greenwood’s just does everything right, from hot, fragrant presentations to enchanting after-tastes.

Slice the Pizza Spot

monday-saturday 11-9 sunday 12-8 105 w. hickory st denton, tex 76201 940-383-3780 www.atomic-candy.com

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ITALIAN & PIZZA Birraporetti’s

668 Lincoln Sq, Arlington 817-265-0555 Birraarlington.com

Birraporetti’s is uniquely Irish-Italian. New owners have brought new life to this longtime favorite, offering scrumptious pizza and pasta, live music and karaoke, a la carte Saturday brunch and traditional Sunday brunch, and delivery and catering. Located just blocks from the stadiums and Six Flags, Birraporetti’s does it best.

Bravo! Cucina Italiana 3010 S Hulen St, 817-763-0145 BravoItalian.com

slicethepizzaspot.com Only a 1/4 mile from I-20 Exit Ranch House Rd. S 9650 E Bankhead Hwy, Aledo, Texas•(817) 441-1466

Upscale yet affordable dining at its best with greattasting food and an inviting atmosphere under a fun, family-friendly Roman ruin décor, Bravo! specializes in fresh, made-to-order, authentic Italian food with creative, seasonal specials for lunch or dinner. Bravo! also offers take-out and event catering.

Mama’s Pizza Multiple locations MamasPizzas.net

Sara’s Cupcakes (817) 825-9696

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Mama’s East Coast-style pizza has been recognized as Fort Worth/Tarrant County’s Best Pizza or Pizza of Choice for the past three decades by reader surveys in several area publications, including Fort Worth Weekly. Mama’s special dough, sauces, fresh produce, and 100-percent real cheese, coupled with a family dining atmosphere, make for a unique pizza dining experience.

New York Pizza & Pasta 4750 Bryant Irvin Rd. Ste#858 817-924-0990 Nypizzapasta.com

Enjoy authentic Italian meals with your family and friends at this wonderful, personable restaurant with friendly service, quality food and a variety of dishes that everyone will love. If you don’t have time to eat in, call us and we’ll have your meal ready for pick-up.

Daily specials are available and they provide catering for small and large parties. Stop by and say hello to Greta who will give you a warm, welcome, comfortable dining experience. And if you’d like to enjoy a beer….

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Piccolo Mondo Italian Restaurant

Mon-Sat 11am-2:30pm 4:30- 7pm 2919 Race St. 817-222-0184

3700 Mattison Ave, 817-989-0007 FWPiola.com

829 Lamar Blvd E, Arlington, 817-265-9174 PiccoloMondo.com

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Listen to what everyone’s been saying about Piccolo Mondo, a North Texas tradition for more than 25 years: “Exemplifies the fine art and traditions of Italian cuisine,” “One of the area’s finest restaurants,” “Where the locals eat,” and many more, in addition to a citation of epicurean excellence. Piccolo Mondo is known for exactly what it is: fine Italian dining.

9650 E Bankhead Hwy (only minutes from I-20 & Ranch House Rd), Aledo 817-441-1466 www.slicethepizzaspot.com

Slice the Pizza Spot needs to be experienced to be believed. With great tunes, cold beer, and made-toorder hand-tossed pizza, this family-owned place is great for families and fun. Check out Slice’s Airstream bar and patio area this spring. You’ll be glad you did.

Vivo 53

525 Taylor St, 855-416-9774 Vivo53.com

What do you call a pizza dough that took 53 attempts, three master bakers, and four years to perfect? It’s called food made with integrity, and you’ll find it only at Vivo 53. Fort Worth’s newest Downtown Italian eatery serves up unique pizzas, pastas, shareable appetizers, and house-made craft cocktails. And the cool décor sets the stage for Vivo’s VIP: Very Important Pizza.

MEDITERRANEAN Café Chadra

1622 Park Place, 817-924-2372 CafeChadra.com

Café Chadra prides itself on serving authentic Lebanese and Italian dishes. The café features traditional Lebanese favorites such as shawarmas and homemade hummus. Italian dishes include an assortment of pastas and hand-tossed pizzas. Let the Elbitar family prepare a meal for you that is as rich as the traditions from the Lebanese village of Chadra.

There’s also a great, relaxing patio.

Terra Mediterranean Grill 2973 Crockett St, 817-744-7485

Terra’s lunch buffet (Mon-Fri) is mind-blowing, featuring gyros, chicken kabobs, hummus, falafel, roasted cauliflower, and so much more. For dinner and on the weekends, Terra has a full menu with such Mediterranean favorites as lamp chops, salmon kabobs, and haloumi cheese. And don’t forget to enjoy a refreshing mojito or glass of wine at the outdoor bar.

MEXICAN, TEX-MEX & MORE SOUTH OF THE BORDER Chuy’s Mexican Restaurant 4441 River Oaks Blvd, 817-625-1107 515 NE 28th St, 817-222-0390

Family owned and operated for more than 30 years, Chuy’s specializes in fresh, tasty Mex-Mex with a TexMex twist. Pumping out mouthwatering breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, Chuy’s has something for everyone. And a great, festive atmosphere too.

Dos Gringos

Mi Charrito Ray

Voted Best Margaritas, Best Quesadillas, and Best Salsa several years running in the Fort Worth Weekly’s annual Best Of Fort Worth issues, Dos Gringos is sure to make your stomach –– and your wallet –– happy.

Located right across the street from the museums in the Cultural District, Dos Gringos also has happy hour 4-7pm Mon-Fri.

Mi Charrito has been a Fort Worth staple for more than 39 years, dishing out the best chicken enchiladas in town and traditional plates such as red chicken mole.

Mi Charrito also is home of the free sopapilla. Drop in and stay awhile.

1015 University Dr, 817-338-9393 DosGringosRestaurant.com

El Arroyo

5024 S Cooper St, Arlington 817-468-2557 ElArroyoArlington.com

Looking for a great place to spend time with friends and enjoy delicious Mexican cuisine? El Arroyo offers a variety of tasty choices. The newly renovated patio with a full bar is the place to enjoy a refreshing margarita while watching your favorite sports on one of five flat-screen TVs. Enjoy live music Thursday, Friday, Saturday nights and Sunday afternoons.

El Gabacho

2408 W Abram St, Arlington 817-276-8160 BrownstoneVillage.com

Fort Worth Weekly’s Best Of winner for best margarita, El Gabacho is more than just margaritas and swirls.

There’s also a gourmet menu that includes such favorites as enchiladas de mariscos, chicken-stuffed jalapeños, and spinach quesadillas. El Gabacho is the perfect place to grab a bite and catch up with friends.

Los Paisanos

1446 N Main St, 817-625-TACO

If you’re looking for great Tex-Mex, make sure you stop by Los Paisanos. And don’t pass on their famous $1 street-style tacos with your choice of beef, chicken, slow-roasted pork, or lengua. Los Paisanos also won Best Menudo, Best Green Salsa, and Best Spicy Dish in some of Fort Worth Weekly’s most recent Best Of Fort Worth issues. Now serving beer and wine.

5693 Westcreek Dr, 817-294-0020 MiCharritoRay.com

3516 Bluebonnet Cir, 682-708-3127 PegasoMexicanDiner.com

It does exist! Thanks to Pegaso, you can now enjoy healthy and nutritious Mexican and Tex-Mex food.

Pegs offers food made from 100-percent fresh ingredients and responsible and sustainable produce, with all the style and delicious flavors you expect from a high end restaurant and at a fraction of the price.

Along with custom-made enchiladas, burrito bowls, street tacos, and more, Pegaso also mixes one of the best margaritas you’ll find in Fort Worth.

Posados Café

6770 Fossil Bluff Dr, FW, 817-232-2966 1601 Airport Fwy, Bedford817-354-9587 Posados.com

Family owned and operated for 18 years, Posados Café, a full-service, family-friendly restaurant, knows how to treat customers. Don’t miss Posado’s $5.99 Taco Tuesdays or $9.99 Fajita Wednesdays. And the margaritas are truly special.

Salsa Limón

4200 S Fwy (inside mall, across from Cinema Latino), Ste 1099, 817-921-4435 929 University Dr (across from the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth), 817-820-0680 SalsaLimon.com

Pushing the limits of quality and flavor to the highest levels, Salsa Limón is utterly committed to serving unapologetically Mexico City-style tacos. Call them a taco cult, call them “Los Chilangos,” call them the finest professional taqueria. Whatever you call Salsa Limón, call on them today.

Taco Diner

Mambo’s is a downtown favorite with famous tacos, tapas, fajitas, and incredible margaritas that will keep you going back for more. Serving lunch and dinner and now offering daily Tex-Mex specials, Mambo’s also has live music every weekend with no cover and patio seating.

Taco Diner presents a lighter approach to authentic Mexican cooking in a bustling, high-energy atmosphere, emphasizing the bold flavors found in traditional Mexico City taquerias. Chosen Best Green Salsa by critics in Fort Worth Weekly’s Best Of 2014 issue, Taco Diner all day Thursday is $5 Mambos & Margaritas happy hour.

Mercado Juarez Café

1651 E Northside Dr, FW, 817-838-8285 125 E I-20, Arlington, 817-557-9776 2222 Miller Rd, Arlington, 817-649-3324 MercadoJuarez.com

Mercado Juarez Café has served mesquite-fired specialties and Tex-Mex favorites in North Texas for 25 years. Whether it’s a casual dinner with the family, a first date, or your wedding rehearsal dinner, Mercado Juarez Café always provides the best service, atmosphere, and mouth-watering authentic Mexican dishes.

Mi Cocula Mexican Grill

6550 Camp Bowie Blvd, 817-708-2895

Mi Cocula is brand new to the Camp Bowie area, serving up daily lunch specials (11am-4pm MonFri). Tacos, enchiladas, ceviche, brisket tacos –– Mi Cocula has it all. Be sure to drop by next time you’re in the neighborhood. Happy hour is 4-7pm Tue-Thu.

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Yucatan Taco Stand

909 W Magnolia Av, 817-924-8646 YucatanTacoStand.com

Yucatan Taco Stand proudly serves the freshest Latin-fusion cuisine in a fast casual setting in town.

Along with bold appetizers and entrées, Yucatan also specializes in award-winning tacos, signature nachos, and world-class margaritas. Yucatan has indoor and outdoor seating, where customers can enjoy lively music, a sleek décor, warm colors, beautiful lighting, and palm trees, all in addition to the amazing food.

SEAFOOD & MORE Blu Crab

6115 Camp Bowie Blvd, 817-763-8585 TheBluCrab.com

Blu Crab offers fresh seafood and quality steaks and an unforgettable dining experience. Traditional

Catering or Dine In Serving Beer, Wine & Margaritas Family Owned & Operated Since 1976 Celebrating 39 Years!

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Pho-focused Vietnamese eats & unusual non-alcoholic drinks in a simple, relaxed setting

delicacies such as fresh salmon, mahi mahi, and sea bass are flown in daily. Blu Crab also does a N’awlins seafood boil with crawfish, gulf shrimp, snow crab, king crab, blue crab, and lobster tails. Visit the fullservice bar with daily happy hour specials.

food. Enjoy conversation, karaoke, live music, darts, and $6.94 food specials, including fish and chips, corned beef and cabbage, and other Celtic fare every day. Nobody does comfy Celtic like Danny’s.

Texas Pit Oyster Bar

2900 Hwy 121, Bedford, 817-354-4140 PapaGSportsBar.com

3349 Western Center Blvd, 817-306-0700 facebook.com/pages/Texas-Pit-Oyster-Bar

Texas Pit Oyster Bar in North Fort Worth does a lot of things right, especially raw oysters. The menu includes just about every seafood-restaurant staple, including snow crab legs, boiled crawfish, assorted shrimp plates, po-boys, and tilapia or catfish tacos (grilled or fried). Texas Pit’s appetizer menu features two varieties of gumbo, three seafood cocktails, and clam chowder.

SOUTHERN & HOMESTYLE Angie’s Bikkles

1704 Galveston Av, 817-472-5600 As you partake in Angie’s Bikkles’ authentic Jamaican food, not only will you be transported to the Caribbean but you will taste and feel Angie’s passion in every bite. Along with jerk chicken, oxtail, curried goat and chicken, and more, Angie’s serves up deliciousness from the heart.

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Old Neighborhood Grill 1633 Park Pl, 817-923-2282

Fort Worth Weekly’s Best Of winner for all-star home cooking’s best chicken-fried steak, Old Neighborhood Grill’s tender and generously sized CFS in delectable cream gravy is beloved by the regulars. Drop in for breakfast (served daily) or lunch and enjoy the best comfort food in Fort Worth.

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SPORTS GRILL & PUBS Buffalo Bros Pizza Wings & Subs 3015 S University Dr, 817-386-96013 BuffaloBrosTexas.com

Buffalo Bros takes great pride in offering friendly and courteous staffers and awesome pub food. This TCU hot spot serves award-winning food that brings the authentic tastes and flavors of Buffalo, New York, to Fort Worth. Voted Best Sports in 2008 and 2010 by the Fort Worth Weekly, Buffalo Bros also has a bunch of TVs for your favorite sports. While you’re there, dig in to those tasty wings –– voted Best Wings in Fort Worth in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014 by the Weekly.

Chimera Brewing Co. (formerly Zio Carlo Magnolia Brewpub) 1001 W Magnolia Av, 817-923-8000 facebook.com/ZioCarloBrew

The guys at Chimera Brewing Co. have put a lot of time and effort into creating a new identity that is a reflection of their love for this city and neighborhood.

The dough, rolls, soups, sauces, and desserts are made in-house, and every day features a soup du jour.

Every weekend is brunch time, featuring Chimera’s oh-so-delicious breakfast pizza. The good folks at Chimera take their hand-crafted brewing philosophy into the kitchen, and the results will blow you away.

Danny’s Celtic Pub

2824 Central Dr, Bedford, 817- 571-9999 DannysCelticPub.com

An Irish Pub with a friendly everybody-knows-yourname feel, Danny’s serves up cold brews and hot

Papa G’s Sports Bar & Grill

Great food, drinks, and sports entertainment with a neighborhood bar atmosphere is the name of the game at Papa G’s. Come enjoy food and drink specials daily while playing pool, air hockey, Golden Tee, or Buzztime. Papa G’s also has karaoke and, almost every night, live music or a DJ.

STEAKS & MORE Cat City Grill

1208 W Magnolia Av, 817-916-5333 CatCityGrill.com

Fort Worth Weekly’s Best Of readers’ choice winner for new restaurant, Cat City Grill is a dining gem in the heart of the Near Southside. Gorgeous plating and creative eats including Baja lobster tacos, salmon sliders, warm cherry brie, and cappuccino bread pudding set Cat City Grill apart from the rest. Stop in for Sunday brunch and Wine Wednesdays.

Cattlemen’s Steak House 2458 N Main St, 817-624-3945 CattlemensSteakhouse.com

Cattlemen’s is like the John Wayne of steak houses.

It’s uncomplicated, good, and unflinchingly authentic.

The lunches come with a dinner salad and your choice of potato style. Make sure to try the chickenfried steak of superior quality with tender beef and crispy batter.

The Wild Mushroom

3206 Winthrop Av, 817-570-0340 TheWildMushroomRestaurant.com

Offering upscale cuisine in an intimate atmosphere for a one-of-a-kind experience, The Wild Mushroom showcases an ever-changing menu that combines creativity with gourmet classics as well as cuttingedge cooking techniques. Check out the new menu, with all of its tantalizing starters, salads, soups, fresh seafood, prime steak from the field, and an awardwinning wine list and desserts. The Wild Mushroom now serves brunch 10am-2pm Sundays, featuring a build-your-own Bloody Mary bar, fresh juice bar, brunch menu and buffet. The bar opens at 4pm TueSat, with dinner from 5 to 10pm.

THAI

Kin Kin Urban Thai

2801 W 7th St, 817-984-1363 KinKinUrbanThai.com

Marrying traditional family recipes from Chef Eddy T’s homeland of Thailand with his formal culinary skills, Kin Kin offers Thai dishes with an innovative twist.

Inspired by the urban vibe of Thai culture, Kin Kin will dish out your new favorite Pad Thai or Eddy T’s version of a Thai burger paired with an Asian-inspired libation.

Spice

411 W Magnolia Av, 817-984-1800 Spice-Hub.com

With a tantalizing and affordable menu, Spice offers an elegant taste of Thailand. Spice’s authentic homestyle Thai cooking embodies a wide array of dishes cooked by Thai chefs. Because of the extraordinary care put into the recipes, the presentation and flavor of the courses are unsurpassed. BYOB.

Thai Select

Thailicious

4630 SW Loop 820, 817-731-0455 ThaiSelect-Hub.com

4601 W Fwy, Ste 206, 817-737-8111

The delicious, well-priced lunch specials, large portions, and overall variety make Thai Select the perfect place to meet with friends or bring the family for a taste of Thailand. Try the Pad Thai, Thai curries, or pad kra prow with a Thai beer or your favorite wine.

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Thai Tina’s

600 Commerce St, 817-332-0088 ThaiTinas.com

Thailicious offers original Thai food that can be enjoyed every day rather than saved for that special occasion. The menu is packed with fresh, zesty, and healthy dishes for people who enjoy great culinary experiences, so lose the guilt and stop in today.

Located inside Embassy Suites hotel, Thai Tina has a beautiful dining room and fresh handmade food.

With dozens of tasty selections, this sophisticated downtown restaurant, which won readers’ choice for Best Thai four years running in the Weekly’s annual Best Of Fort Worth issues, lives up to its slogan: “food that’s simply to Thai for.”

Juice Junkies

925 Foch St, FW, 817-885-7775 251 Town Center Ln, Keller, 817-741-3665 JuiceJunkies.com

Juice Junkies offers more than 20 raw, organic, coldpressed juices, super-food smoothies, and gourmet vegan bites (gluten and dairy free).

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WINE, SPIRITS & MORE Goody Goody Multiple locations GoodyGoody.com

Since 1964, Goody Goody has been your one-stop shop for any spirited celebration. Whether you’re looking for fine wine, craft beer, or premium liquor, Goody Goody has a knowledgeable, friendly staff that will help you find the right drink, at the best price, for any occasion.

Liq-O-Rama

2400 Meacham Blvd, FW, 817-624-9800 1228 S Blue Mound Rd, Saginaw, 682-2869800 6738 Lake Worth Blvd, Lake Worth, 817238-9972 LiqORama.com

Liq-O-Rama can assist you with all your refreshment needs. Whether it is a romantic evening for two, a family or company picnic, or a hardy-party for hundreds, Liq-O-Rama has more than 1,200 selections of wines and champagnes (domestic and imported), a full line of cordials, bourbons, whiskeys, vodkas, tequilas, and more, and, of course, beer. If you can drink it, Liq-O-Rama has it.

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