Dallas

(From June 2011)

Located in the Dallas World Aquarium, this little pearl of a restaurant is a delightful place for family dining (try to get one of the large tables with a view of the jungle below). The attentive staff quickly brings fresh salsa, tomatillo sauce, and chips to complement the mostly Southwestern fare. Adults will enjoy the taco salad, absolutely stuffed with succulent chicken, fresh guacamole, and pico, and kids will groove on the quesadilla, with its gooey, stretchy cheese. Don’t miss the best brownie in town, served warm and topped with caramel and chocolate sauces and cinnamon ice cream. Beer & wine.

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(From May 2012)

Warm, yeasty rolls kept us occupied until our entrées arrived at this russet-hued, classy spot near the Arts District. If you’ve got a hefty appetite, look no further than the chicken-fried venison steak: two crispy, generous pieces sharing a plate with caramelized shallot–sage potatoes, chorizo cream gravy (now there’s a brilliant idea), and braised greens. Then end your feast with the apple and cranberry crisp (supplemented with cherries) with crunchy oatmeal topping and a scoop of cinnamon ice cream. Service is solicitous, even when the house is full. Bar. (opens at 5)

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