Southlake Expansion; Goat and Beer Dinner

SOUTHLAKE—Residents of Southlake will be delighted to hear of some coming attractions: Howard Wang's, Torchy's Tacos, and Snappy Salads will all open branches in the affluent suburb beginning in February. [CultureMap Dallas/Bud Kennedy's Eats Beat]

FORT WORTH—Observer critic Scott Reitz scoped out the new Rodeo Goat and found a lot to like, despite the over-cooking of the over-sized, "coma inducing" burgers. The meat is house-ground and the toppings range from the tasty (Tabasco mayo and a fried egg) to the bizarre (peanut butter and coriander chutney). [City of Ate]

MOCKINGBIRD—Central 214 chef Graham Dodds is teaming up with Real Ale Brewing Company and Windy Hill Farm for a rather niche dinner: six courses of goat and beer. Seats for the dinner, which will be held Thursday, January 17, are $70 plus tax and tip and can be reserved by calling (214) 443-9339. [Eaterwire]