Offal, innards, organ meats, the nasty bits—whatever they're referred to, the various animal parts like tripe, tongue, heart and liver have the potential for some seriously good eating in the proper hands. Diners that used to turn up their noses at such offerings are now chowing down on sweetbreads and bone marrow in everything from tacos to pot pie—indeed, organ meats have become tres chic in Dallas.

To satisfy this most primal of urges, Eater Dallas has compiled a map of some of the city's best places to seek out offal—from down-home to upscale, for both newbies and experienced organ meat-eaters alike.

Don't see your favorite spot for liver 'n onions or tripe tacos represented on the map? Let us know in the comments below.

[Photo credit: First Chinese BBQ/Official]