Offering an expanded menu of what’s available at BBBop’s Upper Greenville Ave locations, the Oak Cliff outpost also has an excellent patio on which to eat Korean fried chicken, bibimbap bowls, and kimchi-kale fried rice.

An OG of the Bishop Arts dining scene, Bolsa is one of Dallas’ longest standing farm-to-table eateries. Simple dishes, like the beloved Twig & Branch flatbread, show off the area’s finest local ingredients.

Reservations at Lucia go quickly — sometimes months in advance, and for good reason. Chef David Uygur’s pasta, charcuterie, and inventive Italian dishes have been praised by every critic and diner in the city. Pro-tip: Go alone and score a spot at Lucia’s counter, which offers open seating. Or swing by Lucia’s new sister concept Macellaio for a charcuterie-focused meal.

Home to some of the city’s best barbecue, Lockhart Smokehouse brings a Hill Country pedigree. Owner Jill Grobowsky Bergus’ grandfather helmed the iconic Kreuz Market in until the 1980s, and it’s still in the family. With no need to improve on a classic, this spot has its sausages shipped in fresh from Lockhart.

While not technically a restaurant, the pies at Emporium are hearty enough to consider a meal. Order up a slice of Smooth Operator (French silk) or Drunken Operator (bourbon-pecan) and pair with a cup of coffee for an ideal afternoon snack.

It’s been designated as one of the best Mexican restaurants in Texas, but Veracruz is also a beloved local spot with fiercely loyal regulars. The menu is inspired by the rich culinary history of Veracruz with a little bit of Texas thrown in, and features dishes like pipian (grilled chicken topped with a spicy pumpkin seed sauce) and excellent blue corn enchiladas. If you’re feeling ridiculous, try the Peace Pipe, a foot-long tortilla that is stuffed with chicken or beef, onions, and peppers before being smothered in red sauce and queso fundido.

Dallas doesn’t feel much like Paris, unless you happen to be on the patio at Boulevardier. Pair the locally-inspired bistro fare (think chicken paillard and crawfish beignets) with a bottle of something fancy, yet affordable, from the restaurant’s expertly-curated wine list.

Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, Oddfellows is an all-day fave. Chef Anastacia Quinones’ menu of comfort food (like migas omelettes, shrimp with pimento cheese grits, and pork belly sliders) features an interesting mix of diverse influences. During brunch, frosé is on offer, along with carafes of bloody marys and mimosas.

Dedicated almost exclusively to the humble cheesy sandwich, this spot definitely offers plenty of spins on the classic. Try a buffalo chicken grilled cheese with housemade wing sauce, or perhaps a chicken caprese sandwich with fresh mozzarella. Lactose intolerant? Don’t worry, there’s also a griddled PB&J and bacon-pineapple lollipops on the menu.

This hip Bishop Arts coffee bar and bookstore is an excellent place to curl up with a cup of coffee or cocktail while enjoying a read from the shop’s well-curated selection of books or working. Should hunger strike during a book marathon, The Wild Detectives serves up a menu of fancy tostas (aka Spanish-influenced toasts) and breakfast tacos in the AM to keep diners satisfied while turning pages.

It doesn’t get much better than comforting bar fare, and Ten Bells gets it right. Mac & cheese, sandwiches, and an extensive list of eggs Benedict options during brunch makes this spot always a timely choice.