Offbeat Finds
By Nathan Stull, Dallas Editor
Tired of frequenting the same old hangouts? Walk on the wild side with strange brews, outlandish eateries and odd establishments of all kinds with our list of Dallas treasures that offer a few surprises.
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Kalachandji's Palace & Restaurant
5430 Gurley Ave, Dallas, TX
Krishna devotees prepare a vegetarian Indian buffet in a courtyard adjacent to a temple. -
Highland Park Pharmacy
3229 Knox St, Dallas, TX
Historic soda fountain shop on Knox Street serves traditional breakfast and lunch dishes, plus an assortment of drug store goods. -
Keller's Drive-In
6537 E Northwest Hwy, Dallas, TX
Classic hamburger drive-in hangout serves cheap burgers and beer by the six pack. -
Celebration Restaurant
4503 W Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX
Where else can one ask for seconds of chicken-fried steak? -
Obzeet
19020 Preston Rd, Dallas, TX
Buy a Tramezzino, then maybe a cabinet or some Shona art. -
Garden Cafe
5310 Junius St, Dallas, TX
This offbeat neighborhood find is all about the fun garden in the back. -
Mecca Restaurant
10422 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX
Popular breakfast spot in north Dallas is known for large tasty cinnamon rolls and other breakfast delights.
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Bar of Soap
3615 Parry Ave, Dallas, TX
Punk-music fans congregate at this Fair Park bar and laundromat to drink cold Buds and wash their duds. -
Sons of Hermann Hall
3414 Elm St, Dallas, TX
Nearly 100 years old, this place keeps roping people in with its vintage vibe, authentic atmosphere and outstanding live music acts. -
Art Bar
2803 Main St, Dallas, TX
Art, poetry and live DJs make this Deep Ellum bar and club a breeding ground for creative inspiration. -
Lee Harvey's
1807 Gould St, Dallas, TX
With comfortable outdoor seating and homey wooden interior, this dive on the outskirts of downtown creates a neighborhood atmosphere.
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Hotel ZaZa
2332 Leonard St, Dallas, TX
With a fresh and original atmosphere, this Uptown hotel attracts a hip clientele.
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Belmont Hotel
901 Fort Worth Ave, Dallas, TX
Restored boutique hotel in Oak Cliff offers comfortable accommodations, downtown views and options, from garden rooms to urban lofts. -
Azalea Plantation
1400 Robinwood Dr, Fort Worth, TX
Step back into comfort at this plantation-style bed-and-breakfast. -
Etta's Place
200 W Third St, Fort Worth, TX
Wild West heritage at a charming bed-and-breakfast.
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McKinney Avenue Transit Authority - Trolley Barn
3153 Oak Grove Ave, Dallas, TX
Station for the old time trolley that runs up and down McKinney Avenue. -
The Soda Gallery
408 N Bishop St Ste 101, Dallas, TX
Shelves are lined with various amusing carbonated beverages and exotic smokes at this Bishop Arts shop. -
Build-a-Bear
3811 S Cooper St, Arlington, TX
Create your own playmate at this do-it-yourself stuffed-animal lab.
