Local Guide Dallas, Texas

Local Guide

Dallas, Texas

Things to Do & Places to Eat

Activities

Dallas Museum of Art

Founded in 1903 and present in its current location since 1984, the Dallas Museum of Art’s dynamic collection contains over 22,000 works of art from all cultures and time periods spanning 5,000 years of human creativity.

1717 North Harwood Dallas, Texas 75201 (214) 922-1200

https://www.dma.org/ Nasher Sculpture Center

Located directly across from the Dallas Museum of Art, the Nasher Sculpture Center was onceived as a serene urban retreat for the enjoyment of modern art. The 2.4 acre site houses the renowned Raymond and Patsy Nasher Collection of modern and contemporary sculpture.

2001 Flora Street Dallas, Texas 75201 (214) 242-5100

http://www.nashersculpturecenter.org Crow Collection of Asian Art

Located at the center of the Dallas Arts District, the museum features permanent and rotating exhibitions of arts from China, Japan, India and Southeast Asia including a breathtaking sculpture garden. The Crow Collection is located across from both the Dallas Museum of Art and Nasher Sculpture Center.

2010 Flora St. Dallas, Texas 75201 (214) 979-6440

http://crowcollection.org/explore/ Meadows Museum of Art

Known as the “Prado on the Prarie”, the Meadows Museum of Art is a resource of Southern Methodist University and houses one of the most comprehensive collections of Spanish art outside of Spain. 5900 Bishop Blvd.

Dallas, Texas 75205 (214) 768-2516

Majestic Theatre

Opened April 11, 1921 during the Vaudeville era, the Majestic hosted a variety of acts from Houdini to Mae West and Bob Hope. The Majastic was named to the National Register of Historic Places and re-opened on January 28, 1983, and remains an elegant center for the performing arts in downtown Dallas, booking shows ranging from nationally touring concerts and comedy acts to locally produced cultural events and fundraisers.

1925 Elm Street Dallas, Texas 75201 (214) 670-1404

http://www.dallasculture.org/majestictheatre/index.asp Meyerson Symphony Center

The Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center was designed by Pritzker Prize-winning architect I.M. Pei and internationally-renowned acoustician Russell Johnson. The concert hall is home to the world-class Dallas Symphony Orchestra.

2301 Flora

Dallas, Texas 75201 (214) 670-3600

http://www.dallasculture.org/meyersonSymphonyCenter/ Winspear Opera House

Designed as a 21st century reinterpretation of the traditional opera house, the Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House seats 2,200 in a traditional horseshoe configuration. The facility is home to the Dallas Opera and Texas Ballet Theater.

2403 Flora St., Suite 500 Dallas, Texas 75201 (214) 443-1060

http://dallasopera.org Wyly Theatre

The iconic Dee and Charles Wyly Theatre is one of the most versatile and dynamic theatrical performance spaces in the world, designed by REX/OMA, Joshua Prince-Ramus and Rem Koolhaas. Its Potter Rose Performance Hall can be shaped into a number of configurations to suit various productions.

2400 Flora St. Dallas, TX 75201 (214) 880-0202

http://www.attpac.org/your-visit/venues/wyly-theatre

Dealey Plaza

A National Historic Landmark, Dealey Plaza is the site of President John F. Kennedy’s assasination in 1963. Located in the West End of downtown Dallas, it attracts a million visitors each year.

500 Main Street Dallas, Texas 75202

The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza

Located on the sixth and seventh floors of the former Texas School Book Depository warehouse, the Sixth Floor Museum features films, photographs and artifacts that chroinicle President John F. Kennedy’s life, death and legacy.

411 Elm Street Dallas, Texas 75202 (214) 747-6662

http://www.jfk.org/ Pioneer Plaza

Located just outside the Dallas Convention Center, Pioneer Plaza commemorates the trails that brought settlers to Dallas and cattle to market. It features a variety of native plants and trees, a flowering stream and a larger-than-life bronze sculpted cattle drive created by artist Robert Summers of Glen Rose, Texas. 1428 Young St

Dallas, Texas 75202 (214) 953-1184

http://www.texastrees.org/what-we-do-2/treemendous-projects/pioneer-plaza/ Dallas Heritage Village at Old City Park

The mission of Dallas Heritage Village is to collect, preserve and teach the history of Dallas and North Central Texas. Located in historic Old City Park, the museum uses its collections of historic buildings and furnishings (representing the period 1840-1910) to sponsor research, publications, and special exhibits. 1515 S. Harwood St.

Dallas, Texas 75215 (214) 421-5141

http://www.dallasheritagevillage.org/

Reunion Tower

Recently reopened, Reunion Tower’s 470 foot circular observation deck is a great place to take in a one-of-a-kind view of dallas. From the Geo-Deck one can gaze out at the Trinity River, lush green Oak Cliff, and various architectural highlights of the Dallas skyline. The tower also features two restaurants, the informal Cloud Nine and more opulent Five Sixty by Wolfgang Puck.

300 Reunion Blvd. East Dallas, Texas 75207 (214) 712-7040

http://www.reuniontower.com/ Southfork Ranch

Made famous by the TV show “Dallas”, the Southfork ranch is open for series-inspired tours year round. 3700 Hogge Road

Parker, Texas 75002 (972) 442-7800

Perot Museum of Nature and Science

The Perot Museum of Nature and Science opened its doors on December 1, 2012. Praised as a “world of wonder” by the Dallas Morning News, its 5 floors house 11 permanent exhibit halls featuring state-of-the-art video and 3D computer animation along with life-like simulations and interactive kiosks.

2201 N. Field Street Dallas, Texas 75201 (214) 428-5555

http://www.perotmuseum.org Dallas World Aquarium

More than your typical aquarium, the DWA contains several replica habitats containing all varieties of exaotic birds, mammals and aquatic life.

1801 N. Griffin St Dallas, Texas 75202 (214) 720-2224

http://www.dwazoo.com/ Dallas Arboretum

Spanning over 66 acres and 19 finely manicured gardens, the Dallas Arboretum provides rotating displays four times a year, delivering breathtaking color for visitors from March through November.

8525 Garland Road Dallas, Texas 75218 (214) 515-6615

http://www.dallasarboretum.org/

Klyde Warren Park

Klyde Warren Park is an expansive 5.2-acre public park that creates green space out of thin air, connecting the vibrant uptown neighborhood with the Dallas Arts District and downtown. It hosts lunchtime food trucks and frequent arts, music and other events.

2012 Woodall Rodgers Freeway

Dallas, Texas 75201 (214) 716-4500

http://www.klydewarrenpark.org/ Deep Ellum Brewing Co.

Established in 2010, this Dallas brewing company hosts tours every Saturday from noon to 3 PM. 2823 St. Louis Street

Dallas, Texas 75226 (214) 888-3322

http://www.deepellumbrewing.com/ McKinney Avenue

This strip in Uptown Dallas is home to a lot of great bars, restaurants, galleries, and shopping. A historic trolley runs free of charge (donations are accepted to keep the cars in good condition) and provides transportation through the area.

http://www.mata.org/

NorthPark Center

Developed by art collector and developer Ray Nasher, the mall opened in 1965 and expanded in 2006. Installed art has always been an integral part of the NorthPark Center, and was one of the first commercial centers in the United States to create space for the display of fine art.

8687 North Central Expressway (I75) Dallas, Texas

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/NorthPark_Center

Nieman Marcus (original flagship store in downtown Dallas)

Renaissance Revival architecture is located in the Main Street District of downtown Dallas. The Zodiac Restaurant on the sixth floor isopen for lunch.

1618 Main Street Dallas, Texas

Dallas

Restaurants

Downtown:

Dallas Museum of Art 1717 N Harwood Dallas, TX 75201 (214) 922-1835

https://www.dma.org/visit/dma-cafe Nasher Café by Wolfgang Puck

New American Cuisine Nasher Sculpture Center 2001 Flora St

Dallas, Texas 75201 (214) 242-5118

http://www.nashersculpturecenter.org/visit/a menities

Nammi Food Truck

Food Truck, Vietnamese

Check online schedule for exact location Dallas, Texas 75206

(972) 252-2052

http://nammitruck.com/ Savor Gastropub

Gastropub, New American Cuisine 2000 Woodall Rodgers Fwy

Dallas, Texas 75201 (214) 306-5597 http://savor-relish.com/savor/ Meso Maya Mexican 1611 McKinney Ave Dallas, Texas 75202 (214) 484-6555 http://mesomaya.com/index.html

Mad Hatter Café

Café, Breakfast and Brunch 400 N St. Paul St

Ste 120

Dallas, Texas 75201 (214) 954-9900

http://www.madhattercafe.net/index.html Power House Deli

Delis, Sandwiches, Smoothies 601 N Akard St

Dallas, Texas 75201 (972) 560-3883

Uptown:

McKinney Ave Restaurants and Bars: http://www.uptowndallas.net/explore-uptown/dining-and-entertainment?page=1 Bread Winners Café & Bakery

Breakfast and Brunch, Bakery 3301 McKinney Ave Dallas, Texas 75204 (214) 754-4940 http://www.breadwinnerscafe.com/ Avanti Ristorante Italian 2720 McKinney Ave Dallas, Texas 75204 (214) 871-4955 http://www.avantirestaurants.com/ Lark on the Park

Wine Bar, American Cuisine 2015 Woodall Rodgers Fwy Dallas, Texas 75201 (214) 855-5275 http://www.larkonthepark.com/ie/index.php Komali Mexican 4152 Cole Ave Dallas, Texas 75204 (214) 252-0200 http://www.komalirestaurant.com/ Baboush

Moroccan, Mediterranean, Wine Bar 3636 McKinney Ave

Ste 150

Dallas, Texas 75204 (214) 599-0707

http://www.baboushdallas.com/ The Standard Pour

Lounge, Cocktails, New American Cuisine 2900 McKinney Ave Dallas, Texas 75204 (214) 935-1370 http://www.tspdallas.com/ Stoneleigh P American Cuisine 2926 Maple Ave Dallas, Texas 75201 (214) 871-2346

Deep Ellum:

Hamburgers, American Cuisine 2615 Commerce St.

Dallas, Texas 75226 (214) 741-7668

http://www.twistedrootburgerco.com/

Angry Dog

Hot Dogs, Pub Food, American Cuisine 2726 Commerce St Dallas, Texas 75226 (214) 741-4406 http://angrydog.com/index.php Cane Rosso Pizza, Italian 2612 Commerce St Dallas, Texas 75226 (214) 741-1188 http://ilcanerosso.com/

East Dallas:

Boutique Grocery, Sandwhiches 4901 Bryan St Dallas, Texas 75206 (214) 823-6180 http://www.jimmysfoodstore.com/ Tacos La Banqueta Mexican 1305 N Carroll Ave Dallas, Texas 75204 (214) 823-1260

E Bar Tex Mex

Mexican, Tex Mex 1901 N Haskell Ave Ste 120 Dallas, Texas 75204 (214) 824-3227

Lower Greenville:

New American Cuisine 2323 N Henderson Ave Ste 109

Dallas, Texas 75206 (214) 370-9426

http://gemmadallas.com/ The Blue Fish

Sushi, Japanese 3519 Greenville Ave Dallas, Texas 75206 (214) 824-3474 http://www.thebluefishsushi.com/ Café Izmir

Middle Eastern, Mediterranean, Tapas Bars 3711 Greenville Ave Dallas, Texas 75206 (214) 826-7788 http://www.cafeizmir.com/

University Park:

Fusion, New American Cuisine 8300 Preston Ctr Plz

Dallas, Texas 75225 (214) 890-7900

http://www.hillstone.com/#/restaurants/cafeR andD/

Hopdoddy Burger Bar

Hamburgers 6030 Luther Ln Ste 100 Dallas, Texas 75225 (214) 363-2337 http://www.hopdoddy.com/ Peak Wood Fired Grille

New American Cuisine 6135 Luther Ln

Dallas, Texas 75225 (214) 361-6984

Vegetarian Options:

Vegetarian, Himalayan/Nepalise, Indian 2912 Oak Lawn Ave

Dallas, Texas 75219 (214) 521-6157

http://www.cosmiccafedallas.com/ Sykamore Vegan House

Asian Fusion, Vegetarian 4029 Crutcher St

Dallas, Texas 75246 (214) 826-0305

http://sykamore.net/ Be Raw Food & Juice

Vegetarian, Raw Food, Smoothies 6005 Berkshire Ln

Dallas, Texas 75225 (214) 234-0106

http://www.berawfoodandjuice.com/ Spiral Diner

Vegan, Vegetarian, Breakfast and Burnch 1101 N Beckley Ave

Dallas, Texas 75203 (214) 948-4747