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LIFE IS SHORT. THESE RESTAURANTS ARE MAKING IT LONGER. Healthy Choices are Easier and Tastier at these Blue Zones Project Approved™ Restaurants!

Aero Café at Lockheed Martin

Fixture – Kitchen and Social Lounge

Sip Wine Bar & The Cup Espresso Bar

American Airlines Café

Grand Cru Wine Bar & Boutique

Snappy Salads

The Bell Helicopter Employee Center

HoYA Korean Kitchen

Spiral Diner

Bird Cafe

Juice Junkies

Taco Heads

Buffalo West

La Perla Negra

Terra Mediterranean Grill

Byblos Mediterranean Restaurant

Lady and the Pit

Z’s Café & Catering

Café Modern

Los Vaqueros (Northside location)

Zoe’s Kitchen (University)

The Café at Bank of America

Oliva

Zoe’s Kitchen (Alliance)

Camelot Court at Cook Children’s Hospital

Planet Sub

Zoe’s Kitchen (Waterside)

Daddy Jack’s

Salata (Downtown location)

Feastivities

Salata (TCU location)

Righteous Foods

More restaurants are joining the movement all the time. For more information and a complete list of Approved restaurants, visit bluezonesproject.com BROUGHT TO FORT WORTH BY:

Sid W. Richardson Foundation

Central Market · Higginbotham Insurance & Financial Services Area Metropolitan Ambulance Authority/Medstar · Republic Title of Texas · The Junior League of Fort Worth, Inc. · Freese and Nichols · Epic Systems Corporation Real Estate Council of Greater Fort Worth · Rainwater Charitable Foundation · Meta Alice Keith Bratten Foundation · North Texas Community Foundation

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It was only a couple of years ago when Fort Worth was just burgers, burritos, and barbecue. Now pretty much every cuisine -- from Thai and Greek to Indian and all kinds of assorted mashups -- is represented here, and the best of the best can be found in our trusty EATS 2017. Keep it with you year round, so when you’re looking for a new spot, just grab it and go. For the skinny on all of the new eateries in town, be sure to pick up a Weekly every week or visit fwweekly.com. Dig in!

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Good Times

Great pizza

Enjoy Mr Gatti’s classics like The Sampler, Lasagna & that famous Mr Gatti’s Ranch Dressing as well as new favorites like Ginormous Meatballs!

Game Room. Private Dining Room. Catering.

FREE GELATO

with Facebook check in.

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Fort Worth 3268 West 7th Street | Fort Worth, TX | 817-435-2222 Parking in garage off of Barden St. ©2017 Gatti's Pizza

Serving traditional Mexican food since 1999!

Lunch & Drink Specials

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4320 Western Center Blvd.

817-306-9000 www.losmolcajetes.com

960 Hwy 287 North Mansfield 817-473-1882

Fort Worth’s newest Chef driven destination for unique New American bistro cuisine with global influences for lunch, dinner and brunch crafted by Owner/Chef Steve Mitchell. Everyday is a special occasion with innovative entrees, desserts, craft cocktails 2600 W. 7th St. Montgomery Plaza and wines that must be 817-338-0066 • mbistrofortworth.com experienced.

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10 established locations serving the best customers for 51 amazing years.

Thank you to our

customers and staff.

We appreciate you.

-The Pulido Family

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Locations to Serve You!

2900 Pulido St. Fort Worth, Texas 76107 (817) 732-7571

1224 Precinct Line Road Hurst, Texas 76053 (817) 282-9005

1029 N. Saginaw Blvd.

Saginaw, Texas 76179 (817) 847-9517

302 So. Main St. Weatherford, Texas 76086 (817) 594-0361

5051 Hwy. 377 South Fort Worth, Texas 76116 (817) 732-7871

3330 Matlock Rd. Ste 128 Arlington, Texas 76015 (817) 472-6535

809 East Road Stephenville, Texas 76401 (254) 965-4702

100 N.E. 22nd Ave. Mineral Wells, Texas 76067 (940) 325-8664

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812 N. Main Cleburne, Texas 76031 (817) 641-9421 I-20 East Eastland, Texas 76448 (254) 629-3211

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STEAKATION

Find steaks to make you drop your jaw, in sizes to make you unhinge it. Our USDA Prime and top two-thirds Choice Angus is richly marbled, grain fed, and aged a minimum of 14 days for increased tenderness and evolution of flavor.

Plus, Central Market’s friendly, knowledgeable butchers recommend cuts, offer cooking tips, and trim the fat for you.

Our meat counter is open-view, so you can see their work first-hand. In search of a special cut? Just ask our experts.

CENTRALMARKET.COM FORT WORTH 4651 WEST FREEWAY | 817-989-4700 SOUTHLAKE 1425 E. SOUTHLAKE BLVD. | 817-310-5600 DALLAS LOVERS 5750 E. LOVERS LN. | 214-234-7000 DALLAS PRESTON ROYAL 10720 PRESTON RD. | 972-860-6500 PLANO 320 COIT RD. | 469-241-8300

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Member of the North Central Texas Farmers Market Corp.

everything sold is grown/produced within 150 miles of Fort Worth and is sold by farmers/producers directly to you!

Open saturdays 3821 sOUtHWest BLVD Year-round FOrt WOrtH, tX 76116 8 aM - 12 PM Visit our website

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Award winning cheese from award winning goats Flower Mound, TX

Available at all DFW Central Markets as well as local Farmers Markets (Cowtown, Coppell and Clear Fork Market)

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Great Atmosphere, Great Food, Great People

2824 Central Dr, Ste. 301 Bedford • 817-571-9999

4 LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU!

411 W. Magnolia Ave . 817-984-1800 spicedfw.com NEW! Order online for pickup!

4601 W. Fwy, Ste 206 • 817-737-8111

“Best Thai Food”

“Best Thai Food”

– FW Weekly Critics Choice 2016

lovethailicious.com

– FW Weekly Readers Choice 2014

4630 SW Loop 820 • 817-731-0455 thaiselectrestaurant.com

“Best Thai Food”

– FW Weekly Critics Choice 2015

NOW OPEN

3529 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite#147, Fort Worth • 817-741-3993

Coming soon online order at: www.thebangkokdfw.com

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STOCKYARDS STATION KEEPING IT REAL

Scoot your boots over to Stockyards Station and explore more than 20 unique shops carrying authentic wear with a Western flare, as well as custom jewelry, gifts, hats, boots and much more. Rest your weary legs and refuel at one of three great restaurants offering a culinary tour of the Lone Star State’s best barbecue, burgers and traditional Tex-Mex. After witnessing the world’s only twice-daily cattle drive, mosey your way through the brick-laden streets on the official walking tour that reveals the rich history of the Fort Worth Stockyards.

MORE THAN

20 SHOPS 3 LAID-BACK DISTINCTIVE

RESTAURANTS

TWICE-DAILY CATTLE DRIVES AT

11:30 AM & 4 PM EAT SHOP ENJOY IN THE HISTORIC FORT WORTH STOCKYARDS

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DALLAS FORT WORTH PLANO GRAPEVINE AUSTIN SAN ANTONIO THE WOODLANDS NASHVILLE CARLSBAD SAN FRANCISCO TUCSON AMELIA ISLAND NEW YORK

©2016 Bob’s Steak & Chophouse

A legendary Fort Worth dining experience. Come see what all the fuss is about.

Reserve your table today. bobs-steakandchop.com (817 350-4100 2017 | eats: local food guide

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2801 W 7th St • Fort Worth, 76107 • 817.882.6554

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

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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

324 S. Saginaw Blvd., Saginaw, Texas

817-847-0400

Your our Pit Stop for the Best BBQ & Seafood

3349 Western Center Blvd.,

Fort Worth, Texas

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HOURS CHECK OUT

SUN_THUR OUR TAKE-OUT MENU 11AM - 9PM BEER & WINE FRI & SAT 11AM - 10 PM

TO GO

817-560-DIVE

HICKORY STICK BAR-B-Q “You’ve tried the rest, now try the best!”

3520 ALTA MERE DR FORT WORTH, TEXAS

OYSTERS Catering or Dine In Serving Beer, Wine & Margaritas

ENTREES

Family Owned & Operated Since 1976 Celebrating 41 Years!

Open Tues. - Sat. 8am - 8pm 900 E. Enon, Everman, TX 817-478-9997 • Catering 817-999-2892

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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!

AMERICAN, BURGERS & MORE Bentley’s

A Fort Worth Tradition!

Serving Icelandic cod, catfish & hand-breaded vegetables for over 45 years!

Mon-Thurs 11am-9pm Fri 11am-11pm Sat 11am-10pm Sun 12pm-9pm

5920 Curzon Ave. (5900 block of Camp Bowie Blvd) 817-731-3321

Greenwood’s Family Owned!

German Restaurant & Bakery

Grünewald’s Piece of Nature Handcrafted German Organic Bread

1515 W Magnolia Av 682-715-4530 facebook.com/bentleysdogs Bentley’s triple concept of craft hot dogs, crepes, and single-origin coffee makes for a perfect stop any time of day. The Bentley’s house hot dog is served on a fresh, toasted pretzel bun schmeared with jalapeño cream cheese and topped by onions fried with more jalapeños. Try this delish dog for yourself today.

Carshon’s Deli

3133 Cleburne Rd 817-923-1907 carshonsdeli.com Carshon’s Deli is one of the oldest restaurants in Fort Worth and is certainly the oldest deli in town. Established in 1928

by David Carshon, a Jewish immigrant, Carshon’s is a kosher-style deli, featuring New York-style sandwiches and side orders, other deli products, and terrific desserts.

Open 9am-3pm Mon-Sat.

Cork & Pig Tavern

2869 Crockett St 817-759-9280 corkandpig.com Cork & Pig Tavern is a unique chef-driven blend of brick-oven pizzas, gourmet salads, and an array of signature entrées, sandwiches, and mouth-watering apps and sides. Complemented by the expansive selection of wine, craft beers, and specialty cocktails, Cork & Pig Tavern’s exciting environment is perfect for relaxing, laughing, and dining with friends and family.

Fat Daddy’s Sports & Spirits Café

$11.55 TUES SCHNITZEL NIGHT

DINNER SPECIALS

WED GOULASH SPECIAL

THUR PETER’S DINNER SPECIAL

Dinner Tue-Th 4p-9p • Fri & Sat 4p-10p Closed Sunday & Monday 3522 Bluebonnet Circle • FW 76109 • 817-921-6777 www.greenwoodsgerman.com 22

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781 W Debbie Ln, Mansfield 817-704-7744 fatdaddyslive.com Fat Daddy’s is a great place to watch your favorite sports team, get a burger and fries, or dance the night away with live music. Along with great appetizers, burgers, and bar bites, the menu includes a variety of fresh chef-made dinner entrées plus sandwiches, pizzas, wraps, tacos, specialty spuds, desserts, and more. The menus for brunch and dinner are available online.

Gas Monkey Bar N’ Grill

10261 Technology Blvd, Dallas 214-350-1904 gmbg.com Gas Monkey Bar N’ Grill is a kick-ass restaurant that hosts national and local music almost every night. With more than 30 local and national beers available, plus handcrafted cocktails and world-renowned food, what else can you ask for? Check out gmbg.com for the full music calendar and menu. Get you some of that!

Grease Monkey Burger Shop & Social Club

200 N Mesquite St, Arlington 817-665-5454 greasemonkeyburgers.com Grease Monkey was created by a group with numerous ties to the city of Arlington.

The owners, investors, and operators have all lived in Arlington, gone to high school in Arlington, or attended UTA. This is why they chose to bring their business to Arlington. Come in for great food, cold beer, live music, and fun.

Justice Burger

105 College Av, Weatherford 817-757-7977 weatherfordjusticeburger.com Visit Justice Burger to join their fight for the American Dream of a better burger!

The good folks at Justice Burger pride themselves on using quality ingredients in every part of the preparation process, from the sharable appetizers to the gigantic burgers and shameless desserts.

And you’ll always find a local craft brew on tap here. Cheers!

Kincaid’s Hamburgers

Six Tarrant County locations kincaidshamburgers.com 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. continued on page 24

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E X P A N D YOUR DINING OPTIONS

Little Red Wasp Kitchen + Bar

808 Main St, 817-877-3111 littleredwasp.com Located in the heart of downtown Fort Worth, Little Red Wasp is a lovely modern eatery boasting a full bar with ample beers, American eats, and weekend brunch. The kitchen is open daily and serves brunch on Saturdays and Sundays. Go for happy hour and stay for dinner, and while you’re at it, grab a dessert. It will be well worth it.

Mash’d

2948 Crockett St 817-882-6723 mashd.com Mash’d brings the moonshine to the Fort. The scratch kitchen is locally and internationally influenced, with a rebellious American twist and moonshine-centered mixology, all served in an energizing, socially connected, unique environment. Enjoy the 360 bar that opens up to a large, lively patio. Mash’d is your place to gather with friends and family and to celebrate life.

Press Café

4801 Edwards Ranch Rd. 817 5706002 presscafeftworth.com Located in the heart of Edwards Ranch at The Trailhead right off Chisholm Trail Parkway and Edwards Ranch Road, Press Café focuses on fresh ingredients and sustainability. It’s also open bright and early for breakfast with Avoca coffee, house-made baked goods, and all your other early-risin’ needs. Press also stays open throughout lunch and dinner, with house-made burgers and entrées and with a great selection of beer and wine. The patio overlooks the Trinity River, with ample seating and a fire pit.

Patented Skovby Dining Table With a Unique Extentions System

Shaw’s Patio Bar and Grill

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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 the restaurant also serves up 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. Awarded Fort Worth Weekly’s Best Margarita in 2015.

The Lazy Moose

1404 W Magnolia Av, 682-708-3822 thelazymoosefw.com A comfortable, laid-back, lodge-style bar in Fort Worth, The Lazy Moose specializes in specialty cocktails, a great beer selection (including 10 craft beers on tap), a nice wine list, and a menu that goes way beyond wings.

Happy hour is 4-7pm Tue-Fri, and every weekend, pianists and other local musicians perform.

The Tavern

2755 S Hulen St, 817 923-6200 thetavernftworth.com A chef-driven restaurant committed to serving great food made fresh every day and served in a stylish yet relaxed atmosphere, The Tavern focuses on house-made contemporary American cuisine with a Southwestern flair, featuring organic produce, naturally raised meats, and sustainable seafood whenever possible. The good folks at The Tavern take the time to make their food from scratch, hand-picking fresh vegetables, hand-cutting steaks to order, and baking their own breads daily.

ASIAN, SUSHI & PHO Le’s Wok

812 W Rosedale St, 817-336-6632 leswok.com Le’s Wok is a quick and easy restaurant that serves delicious Chinese and Vietnamese cuisine. The menu features around 70 dishes, from such Asian classics as beef and broccoli, Kung Pao beef, and Pad Thai to Pho Tai, banh mi, and mango or strawberry teas.

Ninja Sushi

4714 SW Loop 820, 817-377-0960 ninjasushigrill.com Not only does Ninja excel at sushi and Asian staples, the drinks are plentiful and inexpensive. For happy hour (5-8pm daily), buy one mixed drink or sake and get another for a dollar or one bottle or draft beer and get another 50-percent off. Come for the drinks and stay for the award-winning cuisine. continued on page 26

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Oni Ramen

2801 W 7th St, 817-882-6554 oniramen.com At Oni Ramen, award-winning Chef Jesús Garcia serves 100 percent authentic Texanese ramen. Whether you are new to ramen or a seasoned slurper, you will enjoy Garcia’s piping hot specialties and go back for more.

BARBECUE

Angelo’s Bar-b-Que

Wine Is To Women as Duct Tape Is To Men- It Fixes Everything EVERY Tuesday & Wednesday $5 Glasses and $5 Hummus - ALL Day 2015 Chardonnay • 2014 Pinot Grigio • 2012 Zinfandel • 2014 Tempranillo

1100 Foch St Fort Worth, TX 76107 • (817) 336-9463 www.timestencellars.com/fortworth

All you need is BBQ and Beer We’ve Got Both

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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 $6 per person, including a barbecue sandwich of your choice plus chips and a drink. Also, 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

Closed Mon & Tue Open Wed - Sun 11am ‘Til Sold Out

1620 Las Vegas trl north

2533 White Settlement Rd, 817-3320357 angelosbbq.com When it comes to summing up such a vital part of Texas dining, the Texas Monthly said it best. “Barbecue joints may come and go, but this one is here to stay. Angelo’s Bar-b-Que, which has been around since 1958, has become the yardstick against which all newcomers are measured.” Help Angelo’s celebrate more than 39 years in business by heading over for some grub today.

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1620 N Las Vegas Tr, 817-367-2200 facebook.com/BillysOakAcresBbq Though featured on the hit Food Network show Diners, Drive-ins & Dives, Billy’s may still 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.

Bone Daddy’s House of Smoke

Arlington Highlands, 817-704-7744 bonedaddys.com Offering killer barbecue, ice cold beer, attentive and engaging service, and a “can’t get anywhere else” experience, Bone Daddy’s specializes in original Texas smokehouse barbecue while staying true to the classics, including smoked brisket, ribs, pulled pork, turkey, sausage, ham, bone-in chicken, sandwiches, and much more. Bone Daddy’s is located on the westbound I-20 service road between Center and Cooper streets in the Arlington Highlands.

Hickory Stick BBQ

900 E Enon Av, Everman, 817-4789997 hickorystickbbq.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.

Roscoe’s

Smokehouse

1541 SW Wilshire Blvd. Burleson 817-484-2123 134 S. Main Street, Keller 682-593-7799 www.roscoessmokehouse.com Our philosophy is simple. We buy quality cuts of meat, apply our secret rub, and cook low and slow until the meat is fork tender and falling off the bone. Add some delicious, fresh-made side items and an ice cold soft drink, or frozen schooner of 29 degree beer, and you’re there. Nothing fancy and no gimmicks, just real Texas barbecue cooked to perfection.

Texas Pit BBQ

324 S Saginaw Blvd, Saginaw, 817847-0400 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 there are three different catering packages available, suitable for any size party. continued on page 28

• Owner And Chef Mary Perez Recognized As One Of Fort Worth’s Top 7 Female Chefs • Rated #1 Restaurant in Fort Worth • You Can Find Echiladas Ole Award- Winning Salsa & Sauces Available In Central Market And Kroger Stores Near You

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GO NUTS THIS SPRING We carry a complete line of imported and domestic nuts, dried fruit and seeds, chocolate candies, gift baskets & more! Ideal for holidays and special occasions, gift items — for friends, relatives, customers or employees. Custom order welcome!

Call, stop in, or visit our website for price list and brochure.

BISTRO & ECLECTIC 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.

M Bistro

Vending Nut Company 2222 Montgomery Street

Fort Worth (4 blks N. of I-30) Open Mon-Fri 8:30-5:00, Sat 9:30-12:30

817-737-3071 • www.vendingnutco.com Sayers Fami Family ly

FARMERS MARKET Family Owned & Operated Since 1973

Fresh & Healthy Never Tasted So Good!

2600 W 7th St, FW, 817-338-0066 mbistrofortworth.com M Bistro is Fort Worth’s newest chefdriven destination for unique dining any day or night of the week. Every day is a special occasion, with innovative entrées, desserts, and craft cocktails and wines that must be experienced.

M Bistro offers New American bistro cuisine with global influences for lunch, dinner, and brunch crafted by Owner/ Chef Steve Mitchell.

Michael’s Cuisine Restaurant & Bar

3413 W 7th St, 817-877-3413 michaelscuisine.com This year, restaurateur Chef Michael Thomson, a recognized leader in the Texas food movement, is celebrating his 25th year of offering his contemporary ranch cuisine in the Cultural District.

Chef Thomson blends the spices and textures of Mexico with the cuisines of the American South, most evidently in his signature pepper-crusted pan-seared tenderloin with ancho bourbon sauce. If you want outstanding, affordable food and award-winning service in an upscale yet comfortable environment, Michael’s Cuisine is waiting for you.

CAFE & DINER

Dixie House Café

Local Honeys 2 Vegetable Plants Flower Plants 2 Herb Plants Fresh Fruits & Veggies RETAIL & WHOLESALE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC

5507 E Belknap St. | Haltom City, 76117 (817) 838-8526

Five Tarrant County locations dixiehousecafes.com 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 Dixie House, you are always guaranteed a good meal and a friendly smile.

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 something for everyone, any time of day. With steaks, burgers, and, of course, breakfast, Ol’ South has got you covered. You’re always welcome for some sho’ good eatin’.

CUPCAKES & DESSERTS

Stir Crazy Baked Goods

W Magnolia Av, 817-862-9058 stircrazybakedgoods.com Stir Crazy makes baked goods the way your grandmother used to –– well, if what your grandmother made was kickass.

There is a wide range of goodies to choose from, including cookies, cupcakes, cakes, pies, sweet rolls, sausage rolls, quiche, and more. These baked goods have both quality and craft.

EVERYTHING ELSE

Blue Zones Project

1300 Summit Av, Ste 750,817-8690900 fortworth.bluezonesproject.com Blue Zones Project is a collaborative effort to help improve the wellbeing of all people in Fort Worth. By taking an environmental approach to wellbeing improvement, Blue Zones has an opportunity to create real change in our community –– the kind of change that sparks people’s deepest desires to live well while giving them the tools to do so. Check out all the restaurants that have been approved along with other business that have gotten in involved in one way or another and keep an eye out for cool events.

Buc-ee’s No. 37

15901 N Fwy, 979-238-6390 buc-ees.com A place where employees work hard to make each store the very best, Buc-ee’s offers great opportunities for growth and success to hard working, highperformance individuals. Buc-cee’s No. 37 is now looking for a BBQ Operations Director and a Jerky Operations Director.

If you think you have what it takes, head over to buc-cees.com and apply today.

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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, and has one of the best cheese departments in the country along with a staggering buffet of chefprepared 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 place. Blocks from UTA’s campus, about one mile from both the Cowboys’ and Rangers’ stadiums, Downtown Arlington has food, shopping, spas, and drinks for before and after games with some businesses offering shuttles to and from the stadiums.

Come out and see what you’ve been missing.

Edible Arrangements

Multiple locations ediblearrangements.com If you’re craving fresh fruit, you’re craving Edible Arrangements, the fruit experts for 15 years. Choose from more than 50 different fresh fruit bouquets or a wide variety of chocolate-dipped fruit pieces with assorted toppings, delivered fresh daily. On the go and craving a healthy snack? Our Edible-To-Go line of fresh fruit treats is waiting for you in one of our more than 1,200 stores worldwide.

Stockyards Station

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

FARMERS’ MARKETS, COFFEE & SPECIALTIES

Specializing in local seasonal fruits, vegetables, plants, and pottery, Green’s also makes custom gift baskets onsite with fresh fruits, canned jellies, and jalapeño peanut brittle.

3821 Southwest Blvd cowtownmarket.com Cowtown Farmers Market is a year-round weekly market for local vendors, providing the freshest produce, plants, meats, cheeses, breads, and other items. This is a group of farmers and artisans who believe that providing fresh, local food and products is the best way to shop and eat. Everything sold at Cowtown Farmers Market is made or grown within 150 miles of Fort Worth, like Latte Da Dairy’s famous plain chévre, feta, and Caerphilly. Remember to bring your reusable tote so you can take home some of Prairie Oasis Farms’ pastured chicken.

Sometimes, there’s even an old-timey fiddleand-guitar jam session happening nearby.

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Green’s Produce & Plants

3001 W Arkansas Ln, Arlington , 817274-2435 greensproduce.com Spring is in the air, so 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.

817-490-5004 lattedadairy.com It started out as simply a dream: to produce delicious artisanal goat cheeses right here in Texas. Latte Da Dairy cheeses can be found online and at all five North Texas Central Markets and Scardello’s Artisan Cheese. You can also find Latte Da at the following farmers’ markets: Cowtown, Clearfork, and Coppell. The good folks at Latte Da Dairy are committed to providing only the highest quality and most delicious cheese. Get some today and discover why they’ve won so many awards.

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 continued on page 38

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812 W. Rosedale, Fort Worth, TX 76104 817-336-6632

Monday-Saturday: Lunch 10 am-3 pm • Dinner 3pm-9pm • Sunday: Closed www.leswok.com

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The Moose is Loose ON MAGNOLIA. COMFORTABLE. DRINKS. FOOD. MUSIC.

”An atmosphere unlike any other on the hip West Magnolia Avenue restaurant and bar scene.”

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Unpretentious Global Cuisine LUNCH. DINNER. PIANO. Serving Fort Worth since 2007

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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.

Vending Nut Company

2222 Montgomery St, 817-737-3071 vendingnutco.com Vending Nut Company is a family-owned and -operated business that provides the highest quality nuts available, packaged and presented with uncompromising effort. They roast all of their nuts right there onsite to provide the ultimate in freshness in their retail store and wholesale products. Your satisfaction is guaranteed, or your order will be replaced at no charge.

GERMAN

Greenwood’s German & European Restaurant

3522 Bluebonnet Cir, 817-921-6777 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 aftertastes.

Little Germany

703 N Henderson St, 682-224-2601 littlegermanyfortworth.com Little Germany’s kitchen has more than 40 years of experience in the German food restaurant business and is bringing you the most delicious food at an affordable price. Head over to celebrate your birthday, anniversary, or any other special occasion. Conveniently located near Downtown Fort Worth.

ITALIAN & PIZZA

W. Magnolia Ave Fort Worth, TX 76104

817.862.9058 Cakes - Cupcakes - Cookies - Sweet Rolls Pies - Savory - Scones - And More!

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Piccolo Mondo Italian Restaurant

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

MEDITERRANEAN Café Chadra

1622 Park Pl, 817-924-2372 cafechadra.com Café Chadra prides itself on serving authentic Lebanese and Italian dishes.

Traditional Lebanese favorites such as shawarmas and homemade hummus and an assortment of Italian pastas and hand-tossed pizzas come piping hot from the kitchen every day. 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 to enjoy.

Gatti’s

3268 W 7th St, 817-435-2222 gattispizza.com Gatti’s is the place where memories are made over unforgettable pizza. In business for more than 47 years, Gatti’s serves up fresh sauces made with vineripened tomatoes filled with 16 herbs and spices, and the dough is made fresh by hand every day. You’ll always enjoy savory flavors and endless fun at Gatti’s.

Mungie’s Italian Express

5612 McCart Av, 817-361-7374 mungiesitalianexpress.com Mungie’s Italian Express, a.k.a. Italian Express, serves up fresh and affordable New York-style pizza, pasta, and subs, plus wings and an all-new Southern comfort menu. The good folks at Italian Express grate cheese daily, make pizza crust from scratch, and make all plates fresh to order.

Terra Mediterranean Grill

2973 Crockett St, 817-744-7485 terramedgrill.com Terra’s lunch buffet (Mon-Fri) is mindblowing, featuring gyros, chicken kabobs, hummus, falafel, roasted cauliflower, and so much more. For dinner and on the weekends, Terra offers a full menu with such Mediterranean favorites as lamp chops, salmon kabobs, and haloumi cheese. Don’t forget to enjoy a refreshing mojito or a glass of wine at the outdoor bar. Voted Best Buffet in Fort Worth Weekly’s Best Of 2016 issue. continued on page 40

More than just pizza and spaghetti Mungie’s Italian Soul Fusion is wholesome food that nourishes body and soul. Celebrating delicious fresh ingredients prepared with love daily. Freshly grated cheeses, fresh dough, fresh produce, savory, rich, tasty, delicious, filling, hearty, sweet, authentic... an explosion of flavors... Amazing.

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Enchiladas ¡Ole!

901 N Sylvania Av, 817-984-1360 Enchiladasole.com Enchiladas ¡Ole! serves up affordable, healthy Tex-Mex with fresh, authentic ingredients that contain no preservatives, no additives, and no lard, all prepared daily in a friendly family-oriented atmosphere.

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140 E Exchange Av, 817-566-0917 habanerosgc.com Habanero’s specializes in fresh, authentic Mexican food and tasty margaritas to enjoy with the entire family. Located in the heart of the Stockyards, it tells a tale of the familiar –– flautas and fajitas mixed with culinary creativity or grilled pork chops with achiote sauce –– but that’s just the beginning of the menu. Stop by, have a drink and some of the delicious food, and enjoy the patio.

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3314 Harwood Rd, Bedford, 817-354-5300 8216 Bedford-Euless Rd, NRH 817-770-2249 jimadores.com Los Jimadores Tex-Mex & Tequila Factory offers authentic Mexican dishes as well as Tex-Mex favorites and a full bar, with top-shelf margaritas and draft beer. Be sure to ask about celebrating your next social occasion –– for one low price, your family, colleagues, or friends will enjoy delicious choices off the menu.

Los Molcajetes Mexican Restaurant

4320 Western Center Blvd, 817-306-9000 1106 N Hwy 377, Roanoke, 817-491-4600 960 Hwy 287N, Mansfield. 817-473-1882 losmolcajetes.com Since opening in 1999, Los Molcajetes has received several outstanding reviews, mainly for the world-beating specialty fajitas, including beef, chicken, pork, or shrimp. Too bad you can’t try them all at the same time.

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 dollar 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 issues. Now serving beer and wine.

Pulidos

Multiple locations pulidosrestaurant.com Pulidos has been serving delicious Mexican specialties to North Texas diners for 50 years.

Whether it’s a casual dinner with the family, a first date, or your wedding rehearsal dinner, Pulidos always provides the right service, atmosphere, and mouthwatering authentic Mexican dishes.

Salsa Limon

4 DFW Locations www.salsalimon.com 2017 marks Salsa Limón’s big expansion to wow the world one taco at a time! Our unique menu of breakfast, lunch, dinner, and late night is now being served at four locations.

From street style tacos, burritos, and migas to Rumchatas, Micheladas, Margaritasand other delicious house-made cocktails -- Stay tuned for our next big move to the River District, DISTRITO, coming April 2017! Salsa Limón invites you to experience Mexicangrade, Mexican.

Tortaco

910 Currie St, 682-990-0735 tortaco.com The tacos and tortas menu at Tortaco features original chef-created recipes that will take you on a wild ride, with crisp greens, hearty marinades, deep smoke, and a wealth of other ingredients. Chef bowls like pork kimchi, Hamachi, or veggie come served on serrano jasmine rice. By their side are delights such as roasted crab dip and jalapeño mac and cheese. Then you’ll be brought home with house desserts and refreshing drinks. continued on page 42

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300 Throckmorton St, Ste 180 682-316-3230 wildsalsarestaurant.com Wild Salsa brings regional Mexican flavors to a menu ranging from à la carte street tacos to platos fuertes like lamb shank barbacoa. All the food is made from scratch each day, using locally sourced fresh ingredients, providing an experience unlike any other. Have a seat at the bar, and try a Wild Rita with roasted pineapple- and jalapeñoinfused tequila –– or try a tequila flight, selecting from the more than 100 tequilas on the shelves.

SEAFOOD & MORE Pacific Table

LUNCH SPECIALS under $7.00!

MON-THU 10:30-4:00 FRI 10:30-3

826 Taylor St • Downtown FW • 817-335-7469

Authentic Mexican Food

1600 S University Dr, 817-887-9995 pacifictableftworth.com Pacific Table is celebrated Chef Felipe Armenta’s eclectic mix of modern Pacific Northwest cuisine rooted in classical technique. The oysters, traditional sushi, seafood, grilled steaks, oven-roasted chicken, sandwiches, and salads are presented in a warm setting.

Texas Pit Oyster Bar

3349 Western Center Blvd 817-306-0700 facebook.com/pages/Texas-Pit-Oyster-Bar Texas Pit Oyster Bar in North Fort Worth does everything right, especially raw oysters. The menu includes just about every seafood-restaurant staple, including snow crab legs, boiled crawfish, assorted shrimp plates, poboys, and tilapia or catfish tacos (grilled or fried). Texas Pit’s appetizer menu features two varieties of gumbo, three seafood cocktails, and clam chowder.

The Dive Oyster Bar

3520 Altamere Dr, 817-560-3483 Smack dab in the West Side, The Dive is the perfect spot for cold beer and fresh seafood. The authentic feel is undeniable. Not only is the atmosphere fantastic, but the menu is as well. The Shiner beer-battered fish ’n’ chips, the gumbo, the Bloody Mary oysters, and The Dive Burger are just the beginning of your awesome choices. Stop in and have a bite and a cold beer.

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Zeke’s Fish & Chips 8216 Bedford - Euless Rd NRH 76180 817.770.2249 www.jimadoresmexican.com

5920 Curzon Av, 817-731-332 zekesfishandchips.net Zeke’s Fish & Chips is a family-owned and -operated business with more than 43 years of experience. Zeke’s is the

only restaurant in the area that offers Icelandic cod and also serves freshwater catfish and Gulf shrimp using only pure low-cholesterol vegetable oil.

Excellent cooking and customer service are guaranteed.

SPORTS GRILLS & PUBS Danny’s Celtic Pub

2824 Central Dr, Bedford, 817-5719999 dannyscelticpub.com An Irish Pub with a friendly everybodyknows-your-name feel, Danny’s specializes in cold brews and hot food.

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

No Frills Grill & Sports Bar

Multiple locations nofrillsgrill.com No Frills has five locations dishing out fun for the whole family since 1990, with fast and friendly servers who make you feel at home. The menu is loaded with burgers, chicken, seafood, and TexMex. Watch the game on 100 HD TVs or play pool, Golden Tee, trivia, or Texas Hold ’Em. Free WiFi and banquet rooms available.

STEAKS & MORE

Bob’s Steak and Chop House

1300 Houston Street 817 350-4100 www.bobs-steakandchop.com Ranked as one of the best steakhouses in a city known for its beef, Bob’s is a standout for its elegant décor, knowledgeable service, classic wedge salad and fabulous sides.

Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House

812 Main St, 817-877-3999 delfriscos.com The warm, intimate Del Frisco’s Double Eagle features a classic steakhouse menu: USDA prime beef, flown-in daily seafood, side vegetables served familystyle, luscious desserts, including their award-winning lemon cake, and an extensive collection of fine wines.

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The Capital Grille

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800 Main St, 817-348-9200 thecapitalgrille.com Capital Grille, known for its relaxed elegance and exceptional cuisine, has an impressive menu of nationally renowned dry-aged steaks and the freshest of seafood, as well as an award-winning wine list of more than 5,000 bottles.

THAI

Tuk Tuk Thai

3431 W 7th St, 817-332-3339 tuktukthaitx.com Tuk Tuk Thai is a family-run independent neighborhood restaurant offering authentic home-cooked Thai meals in a contemporary setting. This eatery is a great place to meet, eat, and socialize for lunch or dinner. Would you rather have your meal elsewhere? Tuk Tuk offers free delivery for orders over $20 or more in limited areas.

The Bangkok

3529 Heritage Trace Pkwy, Ste 147, 817-741-3993 thebangkokdfw.com The Bangkok is now open. With the same owners and fantastic recipes as Thai Select, Spice, and Thailicious, it is sure to satisfy your Thai cravings. Come explore the staples of Bangkok today.

Spice

411 W Magnolia Av, 817-984-1800 spice-hub.com With an affordable menu full of tantalizing goodness cooked by Thai chefs, Spice gives you an elegant taste of Thailand. The authentic home-style Thai cooking embodies a wide array of flavors. Because of the extraordinary care put into the recipes, the presentation and flavor of the food are unsurpassed. BYOB.

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Thailicious

4601 W Fwy, Ste 206, 817-737-8111 lovethailicious.com Thailicious serves up 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.

Thai Select

4630 SW Loop 820, 817-731-0455 thaiselect-hub.com 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.

VEGETARIAN & GLUTEN FREE Juice Junkies

925 Foch St, FW, 817-885-7775 251 Town Center Ln, Keller, 817-7413665 juicejunkies.com Juice Junkies offers more than 20 raw, organic, cold-pressed juices, super-food smoothies, and gourmet vegan bites (gluten- and dairy-free), all made inhouse daily and ready to grab and go.

Juice Junkies is committed to offering the highest quality of nutrition and service. Come get some organic love today.

WINE, SPIRITS & MORE

Granbury Wine Walk 2017

Fri-Sat, Apr 28-29 Historic Downtown Granbury, 682498-3089 granburywinewalk.com A nonprofit event benefiting local charities, the Granbury Wine Walk offers live local music at clusters of booths, each cluster offering Texas flavors in wine, food, and art. The celebration begins with the “Sip & Savor” VIP event on Thu, Apr 27, when you can enjoy a taste of Texas with hors d’oeuvres from North Texas’ favorite celebrity chefs paired with carefully selected wines from wineries at the Wine Walk.

Purchase a two-day event ticket for $27 before April 15 or $35 thereafter.

Times Ten Wine Cellar

1100 Foch St, 817-336-9463 timestencellars.com/fortworth Times Ten Cellars is a full-production winery, wine bar, and event venue in the exciting West 7th area. Featuring all of their own wines, made onsite, along with a fabulous menu of small plates and gourmet items for your pairing pleasure, Times Ten also has the perfect space for your next event, large or small. Cheers! #X10FW

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Indoor / Outdoor / Organic Garden Supplies COMPOSTING WORMS / PEPPER & HOP PLANTS GROWING

Now Featuring USDA Organic NON GMO Seeds We Sell CO2 Tanks and Refill Existing Tanks Come Check Out Our Organic Aquaponic Garden

Most experienced team in the Metroplex

Hours: Mon-Sat 10-6 Sun 12-5

2732 Shamrock Ave, FW 76107 817-850-9700 • cagedtomato.com

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| eats: local food guide | 2017

DO RIGHT & FEAR NO MAN DOUBLE EAGLE STEAK HOUSE

2016 Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steak House

THIS IS WHERE WE SEPARATE THE MENU FROM THE BOYS.

812 Main Street w Fort Worth, TX w (817) 877-3999 w delfriscos.com