Eats 2018

Your Guide to Tarrant County Restaurants & More

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It was only a few years ago when the Fort Worth restaurant scene was comprised of a ramshackle collection of joints that served burgers, burritos, and to Tarrant County barbecue. Now pretty Your muchGuide every style of global cuisine –– from Thai and Moreamalgams –– is represented Greek to Indian and all kindsRestaurants of assorted&fusion here. The best of the best appears in our trusty EATS 2018. Keep it with you year round, and grab it and go when you’re on the hunt for a new spot. 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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March 4–August 19

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629 Stayton St. (817) 349-0031 MyMidiCi.com

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5 Family Locations To Serve You

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

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River Oaks 4441 River Oaks Blvd.

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Richland Hills 7344 Baker Blvd 817-616-5007

CELEBRATING

60 YEARS! 2533 White Settlement Rd • Fort Worth, TX 76107-1452 (817) 332-0357 • www.AngelosBBQ.com

Upscale Country Cuisine

CHUYITO’S

North Side 1521 N. Main St. 817-887-9322

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open THUR - sat 5-9 & Sunday 12-8 Closed Mon - WEd 10400 S FM 730, Azle, tx 76020 817.270.3222

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Homemade Desserts o Catering Available o Serving Breakfast All Day 5401 South Hulen Fort Worth, TX 76132 817-361-8500

6200 E. Lancaster Handley, TX 76112 817-451-6180

3701 E. Belknap - Riverside Area 1 Mile East of Downtown Fort Worth, TX 76111 817-222-0883

2051 W. Airport Frwy Euless, TX 76040 817-354-5900 5401 S. Blue Mound Rd. Saginaw, TX 76106 817-625-4115

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TOP 10 QUESO IN TEXAS! FIRST PLACE – “BEST IN SHOW” ZestFest 13 RATED #2 RESTAURANT IN FW - TripAdvisor 901 North Sylvania Avenue Fort Worth, TX 76111 Phone: (817) 984.1360 | Email: info@enchiladasole.com Website: www.enchiladasole.com 2018 | eats: local food guide

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Lunch • Happy Hour • Dinner

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2869 Crockett St. (817)759-9280 www.corkandpig.com

BRUNCH SAT& SUN

2973 W 7th St • (817) 566-9933

Private Dining Rooms and Catering Services Available Special Thank You to All Our Customers for Voting Us BEST BUFFET -FWWEEKLY READERS CHOICE 2017 BEST MIDDLE EASTERN -FWWEEKLY READERS CHOICE 2017 NOW SERVING OUR LUNCH BUFFET 7 DAYS A WEEK M-F 11-2:30 & Sat-Sun 11-3

2973 Crockett Street, Fort Worth, Texas 76107

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1/2 Price on select Pizzas and Appetizers & Drink Specials 840 Currie St - (817) 820-1510

LET YOUR TASTE RUN WILD.

Bar Louie

Kona Grill

Oni Ramen

Cork & Pig Tavern

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Terra Mediterranean Grill

Fireside Pies

Movie Tavern

The Social House

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Thursday Night Buffet 6pm - 9:30pm All You Can Eat & Kids 12 & Under Eat FREE

Happy Hour Mon - Fri 5 - 7pm

Hookah Lounge

Mon-Thurs Until 11pm Friday and Saturday Until 2am

Live Belly Dancing Shows

Friday & Saturday Nights @8pm

1406 N. Main (817)625-9667

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Eagle Mountain Lake 6680 Peden Rd. Fort Worth, Texas

324 S. Saginaw Blvd.

Saginaw, Texas 817-847-0400

3349 Western Center Blvd.

Fort Worth, Texas 817-306-0700

Your Pit Stop for the BesT BBQ & Seafood!

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Go To Moe’s

Come Try Our Handbreaded Chicken Fried Steaks And Onion Rings

Breakfast Specials $3.99 CFS Lunch Special $4.99 Dinner Specials $5.99

Try Our Home Made Pies

Daily Lunch Specials

Moe’s Cafe

4705 River Oaks Blvd. • FW 76116

817-378-9262

PROUDLY SERVING FORT WORTH FOR OVER 10 YEARS

S ’ E a M A M-Que & Home Cooking Bar-B

Happy Hour 12pm-8pm 7 Days a Week Great Atmosphere, Great Food, Great People

2824 Central Dr, Ste. 301 Bedford • 817-571-9999 20

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818 East Rosedale FW 76104 • 817-877-3322

From I-30 take I-35W South, exit Rosedale

HOME TO FORT WORTH’S ONLY FEMALE PIT MASTER

Serving traditional Mexican food since 1999!

Lunch Drink Specials

1106 US 377, ROANOKE

817-491-4600

4320 WESTERN CENTER, FW

817-306-9000

960 HWY. 287 NORTH, MANSFIELD w w w. l o s m o l c a j e t e s . c o m

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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 America Gardens 2833 Morton St, Fort Worth.

817-439-9660 americagardensusa.com This scratch kitchen specializes in food from around the country and Is complimented by the bar’s sizeable cocktail and beer lists. America Gardens is a place for everyone to gather and enjoy each other’s company. The West 7th eatery Is open for lunch and dinner daily inside or on 10,000-square-foot patio.

Come out and enjoy.

A Fort Worth Tradition

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

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

The Bearded Lady 1229 7th Av, Fort Worth. 817-349-9832 thebeardedladyftw.com This tavern located on Magnolia Avenue serves pub food paired with craft beer and selections from Its full bar. The bar offers a rotating selection of the best craft beers in the country! This gem was voted Best Brunch and Best Mac & Cheese in our Best Of 2017 issue.

Bread Winners Café & Bakery 1612 S University Dr, Fort Worth. 817-9848710 breadwinnerscafe.com With Its selection of breads, desserts, and everything in between, Bread Winners Café & Bakery has been family owned and operated for 24 years, and are happy to be in Fort Worth! Enjoy Its breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day, and the famous weekend brunch. Join them for happy hour featuring innovated craft cocktails, wines, and local beers, Mon-Fri, 3-7pm Carshon’s Deli 3133 Cleburne Rd, Fort Worth. 817-923-1907 carshonsdeli.com Carshon’s Deli is one of the oldest restaurants in Fort Worth, and it’s 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, side orders, other deli products, and terrific desserts. Open 9am-3pm, Mon-Sat. Cork & Pig Tavern 2869 Crockett St, Fort Worth. 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 Its 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 781 W Debbie Ln, Mansfield. 817-704-7444 6730 Fossil Bluff Dr, Fort Worth. 817-768-2960 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 to live music. Along with great appetizers, burgers, and bar bites, the menu includes a variety of fresh chef-made entrées, sandwiches, pizzas,

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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 worldrenowned food, what else can you ask for? Check out gmbg.com for the full music calendar and menu.

Get you some of that!

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.

The Lazy Moose 1404 W Magnolia Av, Fort Worth. 682-7083822 thelazymoosefw.com A comfortable, laid-back, lodge-style bar in Fort Worth, The Lazy Moose features 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.

M&O Station Gril 200 Carrol St, Fort Worth. 817-822-8020 bestburgerfortworth.com The M&O Station Grill is a great family diner that is owned and operated by Chef Danny and his wife Rose Badillo. M&O Station Grill opened its doors in November, 2008, as a BURGER Diner, with a comfy home feel, and a nostalgic, retro atmosphere. Chef Danny has over 38 years of food industry experience, ranging from prestigious local Country Clubs, Private Clubs, and Catering to local, well-known, socialites in Fort Worth.

Press Café 4801 Edwards Ranch Rd, Fort Worth. 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, serving Avoca coffee, house-made baked goods, and all your other early-risin’ needs. Press also stays open throughout lunch and dinner, offering house made burgers and entrées with a great selection of beer and wine. The patio overlooks the Trinity River, and there’s ample seating –– and a fire pit.

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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 817-738-4761 • 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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free admission to museum ( Leonard Department Store)

Delivery Services available

Call about our CATERING MENU Ask about Dine & Tour groups

LOOK FOR OUR NEW SUNDAY HOURS IN APRIL 200 Carroll St - 817.882.8020 - www.bestburgersfortworth.com

ENJOY THE

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WORKING HOURS SUN - THUR 11:00AM - 10:00PM FRI-SAT 11:00AM - 11:00PM 225 SHOPS BLVD., STE 101, WILLOW PARK, TEXAS 76087

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4 LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU! 411 W. Magnolia Ave Fort Worth • 817-984-1800 new! order online for pickup! www.spicedfw.com

4601 W. Fwy, Ste 206 Fort Worth • 817-737-8111 new! order online for pickup! www.lovethailicious.com

4630 SW Loop 820 Fort Worth• 817-731-0455 new! order online for pickup! www.thaiselectrestaurant.com

“Best Thai Food” – FW Weekly Critics Choice 2016 – FW Weekly readers Choice 2017

“Best Thai Food” – FW Weekly Readers Choice 2014

“Best Thai Food” – FW Weekly Critics Choice 2015 & 2017

3529 Heritage Trace Parkway, Suite#147, Fort Worth • 817-741-3993 new! order online for pickup or order online for delivery! www.thebangkokdfw.com

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BAR BeQUE open daily ‘til we run out!

Beef Brisket  Pulled Pork  Ribs sausage Turkey  chicken Potatoes Veggies  Desserts catering Dine InTo Go

true to texas bbq for Real Texas Parties finest beef

open Tues - sun smokeysbbqtx.com | 5300 e lancaster, fw | 817-451-8222

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• Fender Burger w/fries • Turkey Wrap

Social House 840 Currie St, Fort Worth. 817-820-1510 socialhouseusa.com Social House is a casual restaurant/bar that specializes in all forms of social interaction. With an award-winning scratch kitchen and 100 beers on tap, the West 7th eatery can cater any social gathering. There’s 28-plus televisions so you watch the game from every angle. With our magnificent brunch, happy hour, and late-night menu, Social House always wants you to Stay Social!

Pho Hung Camp Bowie 6399 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth.

817-831-9888 Facebook.com/phohungcampbowie Beef pho is one of nature’s perfect foods, and the noodle broth at Pho Hung Camp Bowie earns praise from locals as well as newcomers from Vietnam. Pho Hung’s soups are bursting with flavor, while the nonpho dishes are prepared with just as much care. Best of all, the delicious soup comes at prices that aren’t inflated by a trendy neighborhood or gaudy décor –– and are as unpretentious as the food itself.

The Tavern 2755 S Hulen St, Fort Worth. 817 923-6200 thetavernftworth.com A chef-driven restaurant committed to serving great food made fresh every day, 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.

Piranha Killer Sushi 335 W 3rd St, Fort Worth. 8 17-348-0200 piranhakillersushi.com Piranha Killer Sushi is a premier dining destination for exquisite sushi and cuisine and killer drinks served in a killer atmosphere. Piranha Killer Sushi serves up a twist on classic Japanese cuisine by fusing flavors of the Pacific Asian Rim.

Weinberger’s Deli 601 S Main St, Grapevine. 817-416-5577 weinbergersdeli.com Weinberger’s Deli is all about sandwiches. Its Chicago-style deli serves delicious meaty sandwiches and subs, including Its more famous creation, the Italian Beef. The menu is large and has something for everyone, from the Turkey Ciabatta to Italian Pulled Pork, Reubens, Muffulettas, and Pastramis, all your deli favorites are covered. There are even vegetarian options.

ASIAN, PHO, SUSHI, & THAI The Bangkok 3529 Heritage Trace Pkwy, Ste147, Fort Worth. 817-741-3993 thebangkokdfw.com With the same owners and fantastic recipes as Thai Select, Spice, and Thailicious, The Bangkok is sure to satisfy your Thai cravings. Come explore the staples of Bangkok today.

DelCiano Pinoy Cuisine 6401 S Cooper St, Ste143, Arlington. 817-8976134 Facebook.com/delciano DelCiano is all about delicious food inspired by Filipino cuisine. It’s BYOB, so you can bring your favorite wine to pair with crispy pata, kare-kare, sinigang, adobo, lechon kawaii, bistek, tapsilog, pancit, and more. There’s freshly made pandesal with every meal. Boba tea and desserts are also available.

• Pick 2 Sampler

• Fan Club w/fries • Cilantro Salad

• Bowl of Tortilla Soup

• 1/2 Chicken Alfredo

• Bowl of Chili

• Loaded Spud & Caesar or House Salad • Chicken Quesadilla

LOCATIONS FAT DADDY’S FORT WORTH

FAT DADDY’S MANSFIELD

6730 Fossil Bluff Drive | Fort Worth, TX 76137 (817) 768-2960

781 W. Debbie Lane | Mansfield, TX 76063 (817) 453-0188

Le’s Wok 812 W Rosedale St, Fort Worth.

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 such as beef and broccoli, Kung Pao beef, and Pad Thai to Pho Tai, banh mi, and mango or strawberry teas.

Piranha Killer Ramen 309 Curtis Mathes Way, Arlington.

682-410-0504 piranhakillersushi.com Piranha Killer Ramen is an inviting and trendy dining destination serving up killer ramen and sushi.

Piranha Killer Ramen serves up a twist on classic Japanese cuisine by fusing flavors of the Pacific Asian Rim. Sam Won Garden Korean Restaurant 5201McCart Av, Ste B, Fort Worth. 8 17-926-1515 Facebook.com/swgrestaurant Sam Won Garden cooks up succulent Korean barbecue along with all the fresh banchan (side dishes) your heart could desire. And if East Asian ’cue isn’t your thing, the place serves several soups, lunchboxes, and noodle-based dishes, too. Along with Its specialty barbecue, the kitchen also serves traditional soups. The food Is great for lunch, dinner, and/or catering.

Spice 411 W Magnolia Av, Fort Worth. 817-9841800 spice-hub.com With an affordable menu 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. Thailicious 4601 W Fwy, Ste 206, Fort Worth.

817-737-8111 lovethailicious.com Thailicious serves up original Thai food that you’ll want to eat every day. 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, Fort Worth.

817-731-0455 thaiselect-hub.com 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 Krapow with a Thai beer or your favorite wine. continued on page 28

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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

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

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100% Grass Fed Beef Raised On Fertile Texas Prairie Land

BARBECUE

2 Outlaws BBQ 609 N Main St, Weatherford.

817-594-5449 facebook.com/ Proudly serving Parker County’s finest BBQ since 2012. Offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner 7 days a week and menudo on Sundays. Live music on the patio. Catering available. New Weatherford location coming soon! Monday-Saturday 7-8p.

Saturday 10-2p.

Angelo’s Bar-b-Que 2533 White Settlement Rd, Fort Worth. 817-332-0357 angelosbbq.com When it comes to summing up such a vital part of Texas dining, 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 60 years in business by heading over for some grub today.

BBQ on the Brazos 9001 E Hwy 377 (located in the Texaco Plaza), Cresson. 817-396-4758 BBQontheBrazosCressonTX.com BBQ on the Brazos’ philosophy is quite simple.

The folks who cook the ‘cue 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, hand-selected hardwoods. BBQ on the Brazos wants to use the art of Texas barbecuing to create a memory, one bite at a time.

Bailey’s BBQ Fort Worth 826 Taylor St, Downtown Fort Worth yelp.com/biz/baileys-barbeque-fort-worth Bailey’s has been serving up meaty, flavorful barbecue from deep within downtown Fort Worth since 1931. 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.

Drake’s Yoke 225 Shops Blvd Ste101, Willow Park. 817-5980844 drakesyoke.com Smoky barbecue, Southern hospitality, friends, and family –– everything we love about Texas Is all in one place. This kitchen offers all the Southern classics you know and love, smoked to melt-inyour-mouth perfection. It’s recently opened in The Shops at Willow Park! Hours are 11am-10pm SunThu, 11am-11pm Fri & Sat.

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Hickory Stick BBQ 900 E Enon Av, Everman. 817-478-9997 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 slowsmoked to perfection and melts in your mouth.

Hickory Stick also offers catering and party rooms.

Stop on by today, and you’ll feel right at home.

3326 W 7th St, Ft. Worth • 817-878-2722 www.BurgundyPastureBeef.com

Mama E’s BBQ & Home Cooking 818 E Rosedale St, Fort Worth.

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Worth’s only female pitmaster. Be sure to check the board for the daily specials or go with one of her tried-and-true meat plates and sandwiches.

Panther City BBQ 201EHattieSt,FortWorth.817-300-3743 panthercitybbq.com Enjoy some good old-fashioned Texas barbecue from some guys who have a dream and a pit.

Parked next to Republic Street Bar, this ‘cue joint specializes in brisket, but all their meats are sure to please.

The Sausage Shoppe 3515 Sycamore School Rd, Ste138, Fort Worth. 817-292-3012 The Sausage Shoppe is a family-run, longstanding barbecue and soul food establishment. The smoked sausage is made fresh every morning.

Both the beef and the pork are tasty, plump, and meaty, with mouth-watering fresh spices. Its house made barbecue sauce is of the sweet-tangy variety. Other offerings include smoked chicken and a host of sides, including green beans, sweet potatoes, potato salad, baked beans, and more.

Be sure to save room for a slice of ultra-flaky pie.

Smokey’s Barbeque 5300 E Lancaster, Fort Worth.

817-451-8222 smokeysbbqtx.com Smokey’s Barbeque serves “True to Texas” grub every Tue-Sun. The place opens when the food Is ready and closes when the kitchen runs out. Its smoked meats include brisket, chicken, ribs, and sausage, plus chicken and pork on Thu and Fri. Every meat Is available family style, by the plate, or by the pound. Sides include potato salad, chuck wagon beans, cole slaw, and potato chips. Desserts include homemade buttermilk pies with chocolate pecans, vanilla buttermilk, vanilla with pecans, plus a special flavor each Friday.

Smokey Mae’s Pit BBQ 8120 Rendon Bloodworth Rd, Mansfield. 817592-0202 smokeymaesbbq.com Smokey Mae’s serves up real Texas barbecue the way it’s meant to be: the best meat smoked with real hardwood on real smokers. Dine in, take out, and catering Is available. There are drinks and live music on the patio every weekend –– the drink menu includes moonshine specialty drinks.

Texas Pit Bar-B-Q 324 S. Saginaw Blvd, Saginaw.

817-847-0400 6680 Peden Rd., Fort Worth Authentic, award-winning barbecue is what every customer gets 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.

There’s a new location open on Eagle Mountain Lake.

BISTRO & ECLECTIC

Lili’s Bistro 1310 W Magnolia Av, Fort Worth.

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Open for Lunch & Dinner Piano Player Tues.- Sat. Banquet Room Available for Private Parties

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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.

Lucile’s Stateside Bistro 4700 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth.

817-738-4761 lucilesstatesidebistro.com Lucile’s is a full-service restaurant and bar serving lunch and dinner seven days a week and breakfast on Sat and Sun. The menu is centered around “American Food Classics,” popular American dishes made from classic recipes updated to fit today’s lifestyle.

Sunday Brunch 11am-2pm

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Twilite Lounge 212 Lipscomb St, Fort Worth.

817-720-5483 thetwilitelounge.com This neighborhood bar in the Near Southside offers live music, a jukebox, spacious courtyard, and authentic New Orleans Po’boys and Cajun side orders. The kitchen stays open until 2am, seven days a week.

CAFE & DINER

Dixie House Café 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.

Moe’s Cafe 4705 River Oaks Blvd, Fort Worth. 817-3789262 facebook.com/MoescafeFortWorth Enjoy home-style cooking to fit any budget! From a hearty breakfast served all day to a huge, hand breaded chicken-fried steak for dinner, Moe’s has got you covered. Don’t forget to save room for a slice of homemade pie!

Old Neighborhood Grill 1633 Park Place Ave, Fort Worth. 817-9232282 facebook.com/Old-Neighborhood-Grill Settled in the Near Southside, this comfy diner offers a generous amount of menu items ranging from chicken-fried steaks, old-fashioned breakfast, as well as other diner fare. You can catch the new owners, Brenda and Wallis, regularly serving their customers with a friendly smile and service.

DESSERTS & SWEETS

Alchemy Pops 411 S Main St, Fort Worth. 817-502-2026 alchemypops.com Alchemy Pops sells gourmet frozen pops that make you feel as great as they taste! Its flavor selections change seasonally, and it’s important to the staff that you enjoy a sweet treat made with all-natural and local ingredients. It offers catering, delivery, and event service. Pop into Its shop at 411 South Main Street today!

Mad Mike’s Ice Cream 2304 W Park Row Ste 16, Pantego.

817-583-8031 madmikesicecream.com Mad Mike’s is a family-owned business. All Its ice cream is made fresh, in-house. Along

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with seasonal special flavors, enjoy a rotating selection of perennial favorites, including vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, coffee latte, coconut, rocky road, cookies and cream, mint chocolate chip, and butter pecan. With candy bars in the mix, there’s also flavors made with Butterfinger, Snickers, Heath, Reese’s, and more. Other dessert ice cream flavors on the menu include strawberry cheesecake, apple pie, pumpkin walnut, or cookie monster. Its open daily in the spring and summer, evenings and weekend only in the fall and winter.

EVERYTHING ELSE

Blue Zones Project 1300 Summit Av, Ste750, Fort Worth. 817-8690900 fortworth.bluezonesproject.com Blue Zones Project is a collaborative effort to help improve the well-being of all people in Fort Worth.

By taking an environmental approach to well-being 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.

Candlelite Inn Restaurant 1202 E Division St, Arlington.

817-275-9613 candleliteinnarlington.com The Candlelite Inn restaurant is a part of history in Arlington, Texas. Established in 1957 it was the first restaurant to offer pizza in Arlington. When the restaurant was in the small rock building next to the existing structure all they served was tacos, pizza, beer, and soft drinks. In 1964 the larger building was put up and the legacy of Steaks, Tex-Mex, Italian entrees, and the coldest mugs of beer anywhere around began. Today, you can stop in for all four!

Central Market 4651 W Fwy, Fort Worth. 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 chef-prepared food to go. Also new to the Fort Worth location, Curbside service is now available. You will be able to get all your favorites faster on those busy days when you don’t have time to stroll and just gotta roll! You don’t even have to get out of your car!

To sign up and to receive a discount on initial orders visit the Central Market website.

Town Talk Foods 121 N Beach St, Fort Worth.

817-831-6136 106 College Park Dr, Weatherford (Opening in May) towntalkfoods.net Town Talk Foods has been serving Fort Worth since 1964, saving customers hundreds of dollars on groceries. It stocks everything a traditional grocery store does, including meats, produce, dry goods, plus natural foods and organics. Pet supplies and cleaning supplies are there in abundance, too. Specializing in over-stock, close-end-date and continued on page 36

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surplus items, you may not find everything on your list in one trip, but you will save money on the items you do find. For the freshest in produce, check out Its special Saturday Market area on the weekends.

It’s closed Sundays but open every Mon-Sat. A second location in Weatherford will be opening in May 2018.

FARMERS’ MARKETS, COFFEE & SPECIALTIES Avoca Coffee Roasters 835 Foch St, Fort Worth 817-878-4249 1311 W Magnolia Av, Fort Worth.

817-924-1514 avocacoffee.com Boasting two locations in Fort Worth, Avoca Coffee Roasters helps you get your day started off right!

Grab a quick drink on the go or settle into a comfy chair and let the day drift away. With espresso, teas, and snacks, Avoca is the perfect place to come relax or get some work done.

Burgundy’s Local 3326 W 7th St, Fort Worth.

817 878-2722 burgundypasturebeef.com We’ve produced 100 percent grass-fed, grassfinished beef since 1999 and remain inspired to offer a cuisine quality beef that is raised sustainably with the healthful qualities nature intended. The West 7th-are shop offers the largest selection of LOCAL 100 percent grass-fed beef and lamb, pasture-raised pork and chicken, raw milk cheeses, pastured eggs, and other locally crafted products.

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Cowtown Farmers Market 3821 Southwest Blvd, Fort Worth 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 fiddle-and-guitar jam session happening nearby.

Great Harvest Bread Co. 1305 W Magnolia Av, Fort Worth.

682-708-7228 fortworth.greatharvestbread.com Great Harvest Bread Co. Is dedicated to providing you with warm, welcoming service and fresh, delicious bread each day. Stop in for breakfast or lunch and try one of Its delicious sandwiches or salads today!

Latte Da Dairy 1304 Bridle Bit Rd, Flower Mound.

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, Fort Worth. 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 is also 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.

Sayer’s Family Farmers Market 5507 E Belknap St, Haltom City. 817-838-8526 farmersmarketftw.com Sayer’s Family Farmers Market has been a neighborhood staple since opening in 1973. Still family owned and operated, they are open to the public and welcome both retail and wholesale business. Along with seasonal, local vegetables and fruits, they also sell local honey and plants (vegetable, flower, and herb plants).

GERMAN

Little Germany 703 N Henderson St, Fort Worth. 682-2242601 littlegermanyfortworth.com Little Germany’s kitchen has more than 40 years of experience in the German food restaurant business and continues to bring you the most delicious food at an affordable price. Head over to celebrate your birthday, anniversary, or any other special occasion. It’s conveniently located near Downtown Fort Worth.

ITALIAN & PIZZA

Giovanni’s Italian Kitchen 5733 Crowley Rd, Fort Worth. 817-551-3713 This longtime Stockyards staple had relocated to the Southside, just off I-20. The location may have changed but the fresh ingredients and family recipes have not. Come see Mamma and Papa Giovanni for an authentic Italian experience. Lunch specials daily start at $7.99.

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.

Piola Italian Restaurant 3700 Mattison Av, Fort Worth 817-989-0007 fwpiola.com 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 is a short walk from downtown.

MidiCi 629 Stayton St, Fort Worth.

817-349-0031 mymidici.com

Everything we do is motivated by our will to make the world a friendlier place and to serve fine authentic Neapolitan pizza. Our certified pizzaiolos (pizza makers) invite you to select fresh, high-quality ingredients to create your ideal Neapolitan Pizza in the open kitchen and watch as your pizza is made.

Mr. Gatti’s 3268 W 7th St, Fort Worth. 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 vine-ripened 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 Soul Food 5612 McCart Av, Fort Worth. 817-361-7374 mungiesitalianexpress.com Mungie’s Italian Soul Fusion, a.k.a. Italian Express, serves up fresh and affordable New Your-style stuffed pizza and pizza-by-the-slice, house made alfredo sauce, pasta, subs, wings, and a Southern soul-food menu that includes oxtail, meatloaf, mac and cheese, greens, and a variety of other comfort food. Along with dine-in, they also deliver and can be ordered through Uber Eats and Slice.

MEDITERRANEAN

Byblos 1406 N Main St, Fort Worth. 817-625-9667 byblostx.com Enjoy Middle-Eastern specialties plus live belly dancers on the weekends. The Hookah Lounge is open until 11pm during the week and 2am on Fri and Sat. Happy hour runs Mon-Fri from 5 to 7pm.

Chadra Mezza & Grill 1622 Park Place Av, Fort Worth. 817-924-2372 cafechadra.com 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 of the Lebanese village of Chadra. There’s also a great, relaxing patio to enjoy.

Terra Mediterranean 2973 Crockett St, Fort Worth.

817-744-7485 terramediterranean.com Terra’s daily lunch buffet is mind-blowing, 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 on the outdoor bar. It was voted Best Buffet & Middle Eastern in Fort Worth Weekly’s Best Of 2017 issue.

MEXICAN, TEX-MEX & MORE SOUTH OF THE BORDER

Cancun 7419 Camp Bowie W Blvd, Fort Worth. 817696-8810 cancunmexicanrestaurantfw.com In 1988, Juan Piña came to Fort Worth bringing with him his love for the flavor of his hometown San Felipe, Guanajuato, located in Central Mexico. San Felipe is known for its typical cuisine famous for chiles rellenos, carnitas and guajillo

sauce, as well as its wonderful seafood dishes.

Today, Cancun Restaurant continues to celebrate its Mexican heritage with authentic, traditional Mexican cuisine and seafood specialties. Celebrating the spirit of Mexico with family and friends. Cancun offers Fresh Lime and Strawberry Margaritas and an extensive selection of Mexican beer.

Chuy’s Multiple Tarrant County Locations facebook.com/ChuysMexicanRestaurant Proudly serving Tarrant county fine Tex-Mex cuisine since 1982. Family owned and operated with 4 locations: Haltom City, River Oaks, Richland Hills, Eagle Mountain Lake. Also visit Chuyito’s Texican Burgers in Ft. Worth’s historic North Side

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

Los Molcajetes Mexican Restaurant 4320 Western Center Blvd, Fort Worth.

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 Its worldbeating specialty fajitas, including beef, chicken, pork, or shrimp. Come by and try them all.

Los Paisanos 1446 N Main St, Fort Worth. 817-625-TACO If you’re looking for great Tex-Mex and authentic Mexican grub, make sure you stop by Los Paisanos.

And don’t pass on their famous street-style tacos filled 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. It also serves beer and wine.

Pulido’s Multiple locations pulidosrestaurant.com Pulido’s 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, Pulido’s always provides the right service, atmosphere, and mouthwatering authentic Mexican dishes.

SEAFOOD & MORE

Catfish Sam’s 2735 W Division St, Arlington. 817-275-9631 facebook.com/catfishsams Catfish Sam’s is a family owned business of 60-plus years on the west side of Arlington. It serves only choice USDA fresh catfish. Other fantastic offerings include shrimp, chicken, steaks, and wonderful appetizers. There’s a full-service bar serving a variety of mixed cocktails, daiquiris, and a full complement of local and imported beers. Stop by 11am-9pm Mon-Fri, 4-9pm on Sat. Daddy Jack’s 353 Throckmorton St at 3rd, Fort Worth. 817332-2477 daddyjacks.org Daddy Jack’s in Sundance Square features the freshest available seafood from the East, West, and continued on page 40

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-887-9995 pacifictableftworth.com Pacific Table offers 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, Fort Worth.

817-306-0700 facebook.com/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, 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.

The Dive Oyster Bar y Cantina 3520 Alta Mere Dr, Fort Worth. 817-560-3483 facebook.com/thediveoysterbar 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 beerbattered 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

Fort Worth’s Original Ethiopian Restaurant

5920 Curzon Av, Fort Worth. 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 serves freshwater catfish and Gulf shrimp using only pure lowcholesterol vegetable oil. Excellent cooking and customer service are guaranteed.

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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 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 Wi-Fi and banquet rooms are available.

STEAKS & MORE Cattlemen’s Steak House 2458 N Main St, Fort Worth. 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 superior chicken-fried steak with tender beef and a crispy batter.

Creekside Grill 10400 South FM 730, Azle. 817-270-3222 facebook.com/CreeksideGrillAzleTX Creekside Grill offers upscale country cuisine including tender steak (prime rib, rib-eye, and fillet), chicken-fried meats, pork chops, seafood, hamburgers, sandwiches, and other homecooking restaurant staples like fresh veggies and homemade desserts.

H3 Ranch 105 E Exchange Av, Fort Worth. 817-624-1246 h3ranch.com Hickory-smoked everything, from spit-roasted pig to trout and steaks. Even the salsa has a hickory flavor to it. The Stockyard’s staple has won Fort Worth Weekly Best Of awards for Best Steak and Best Chicken Fried Steak.

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Serving Prime Rib on Friday & Saturday Nights BBQ Ribs, Lobster, Chicken, Pasta, Calf Fries, Shoot ‘em up Shrimp and the great steaks that make us famous!

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