# DiningOut

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- [5 Hot New NYC Bar & Restaurant Openings to Know About This Week](https://diningout.com/new-york/nyc-bar-restaurant-openings-july15-2026/): From a museum-like bar in Brooklyn to a new New Museum restaurant to a spicy Thai offshoot and more, here are five openings around NYC the week of July 15.
- [Want to Dine in an Indian Mansion? Now You Can at Ambassador's Clubhouse](https://diningout.com/new-york/ambassadors_clubhouse_indian-nyc/): Ambassador's Clubhouse NYC brings a Punjabi feast straight from the acclaimed London group behind Gymkhana and Berenjak. It's some of the best Indian in town.
- [Chef Andrea Frizzi Wows Denver With a New Italian Concept](https://diningout.com/denver/risica-opens-rino-denver/): Risica personifies the idea of "nothing ventured, nothing gained" and brings chef Andrea Frizzi back into the Denver Italian dining fold.
- [Inside Docent Steak, Dallas’ New Harwood District Steakhouse With Rare Beef and Samurai Art](https://diningout.com/dallas/inside-docent-steak-dallas-new-harwood-district-steakhouse-with-rare-beef-and-samurai-art/): A docent is a knowledgeable museum guide. And as its name suggests, Docent Steak aims to be more than just another Dallas steakhouse. It wants to be your guide to premium beef, served against a backdrop of more than 100 works from a private art collection. Opened October 1 by Harwood Hospitality Group, Docent Steak
- [This Week in Atlanta Restaurant News: One Flew South Names New Chef, Ceviche Sessions, and More](https://diningout.com/atlanta/this-week-in-atlanta-restaurant-news-one-flew-south-names-new-chef-ceviche-sessions-and-more/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Atlanta's restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here's everything you need to know about the city's dining scene this week. Travelers passing through Hartsfield-Jackson’s Concourse E have a new chef behind
- [This Week in Dallas Restaurant News: Maman Expands, Punk Noir Closes, and More](https://diningout.com/dallas/this-week-in-dallas-restaurant-news-maman-expands-punk-noir-closes-and-more/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Dallas’ restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can’t-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here’s everything you need to know about the city’s dining scene this week. New York-based Maman continues to build its presence in DFW with
- [Houston’s RARE Steak Championship 2026: Meet the Winners](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-rare-steak-championship-2026-meet-the-winners/): Houston's love affair with steak was on full display Thursday, October 15, as some of the city's top chefs gathered at POST Houston for DiningOut’s fourth annual RARE Steak Championship. More than 25 restaurants went head-to-head in a sizzling showdown of premium beef, creative culinary techniques, and cocktails, with plenty of bragging rights on the
- [This Week in Denver Dining: Crafting Beer Art, a Flooded Bar, and a New Slice Joint](https://diningout.com/denver/this-week-in-denver-dining-oct20-2026/): The Denver news is coming in hot with two closings, a Chicago pizza joint making its Colorado debut, a Musk-free restaurant, and a call for beer-loving artists.
- [Where to Get a Taste of Africa in Phoenix](https://diningout.com/phoenix/a-taste-of-africa-in-phoenix/): Find Ghanaian comfort food, Egyptian koshari, and Nigerian suya tacos in tasty restaurants all around Phoenix and the surrounding area.
- [This Week in NYC Dining: The Best Pizza in the World Has Been Identified](https://diningout.com/new-york/this-week-in-new-york-dining-october20-2026/): From the best pizza in the world to culinary greats to seasonal doughnuts, grab a serving of the latest restaurant and chef news, dished out on October 20.
- [The Best Places to Get Chicken Wings in and Around Phoenix](https://diningout.com/phoenix/best-chicken-wings-in-phoenix/): The Phoenix metro area loves wings. Whether you like them saucy, scorching hot, seasoned with dry rub, or dunked in ranch, there’s no wrong answer.
- [Dining Out in NYC With Dante Restaurants' Linden Pride](https://diningout.com/new-york/dining-out-in-nyc-with-linden-pride-of-dante/): Restaurateur Linden Pride, who just opened Dante Elizabeth Street, shares his favorite NYC places to eat with his kids, date night, and to have a martini.
- [Where to Find the Best Pizza in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/best-pizza-in-denver-2/): From naturally leavened sourdough to Neapolitan pies to oversized New York slices, these Denver-area pizzerias serve up something for every kind of pizza lover.
- [Contenders Enter the Ring at Phoenix’s RARE Steak Championship](https://diningout.com/phoenix/phoenixs-rare-steak-championship-debut/): Get to know four of the restaurants competing at RARE Steak Championship at Salt River Fields on November 12. Come taste, have fun, and vote for your favorite.
- [13 Spooky Halloween Pop-Up Bars and Restaurants in Atlanta to Visit This October](https://diningout.com/atlanta/13-spooky-halloween-pop-up-bars-and-restaurants-in-atlanta-to-visit-this-october/): Move over, trick-or-treaters… this October, the best costumes in Atlanta belong to the restaurants. From fire-breathing dragons to a haunted tiki island, these 13 pop-ups (an appropriately spooky number) prove the decor alone is worth the trip. Step inside, if you dare. Halloween Bar at Rreal Tacos Dinner comes with an audience at Rreal Tacos,
- [This Week in Dallas Restaurant News: Steak 48 Is Coming, Made by Marge Expands, and 50-Cent Martinis Arrive](https://diningout.com/dallas/this-week-in-dallas-restaurant-news-steak-48-is-coming-made-by-marge-expands-and-50-cent-martinis-arrive/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Dallas’ restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can’t-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here’s everything you need to know about the city’s dining scene this week. Phoenix-based Steak 48, which gets its name from Arizona being the
- [Haunted Hangouts in NYC to Get You in the Halloween Spirit](https://diningout.com/new-york/haunted-halloween-hangouts-nyc/): From spooky cocktails to killer clowns to spirited decor, get your Halloween on at these pop-up bars and restaurants in New York City.
- [Celebrated Chef Scott Conant Arrives in Arizona With New Italian Concept: Roman God of Fire](https://diningout.com/phoenix/roman-god-of-fire-tempe-arizona/): Lauded chef Scott Conant is back in the Valley and has teamed up with Pretty Decent Concepts to open his latest Italian concept, Roman God of Fire in Tempe.
- [How Edwin Zoe Reclaimed His Chinese-American Roots in Boulder](https://diningout.com/denver/edwin-zoe-san-san-boulder/): With the opening of San San, Boulder gets a taste of classic Chinese American food thanks to Edwin Zoe, owner of Zoe Ma Ma, Pearl Poke, and Dragonfly Noodle.
- [Get a Great Loaf of Bread at These 10 Denver Bakeries](https://diningout.com/denver/best-denver-bakeries-bread/): Love bread and don't want to spend $60? Denver has some amazing options for sourdough loaves, baguettes, rye, and more at these 10 bakeries.
- [The Best Dog-Friendly Patios in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/the-best-dog-friendly-patios-in-denver/): These Denver patios all have dog-friendly spaces for pups and their owners, as well as good food, drinks, and a vibe worth going out for.
- [Where to Eat Halal in Houston: The Best Restaurants Across the City](https://diningout.com/houston/where-to-eat-halal-in-houston-the-best-restaurants-across-the-city/): Thirty years ago, few non-Muslim diners were familiar with the term “halal,” much less encountered it while dining out. Today, it’s increasingly common to see the word on Houston restaurant menus. Halal means “lawful” or “permitted” in Arabic and governs not only dietary restrictions and requirements but also other aspects of daily life for Muslims.
- [7 Best Candy Shops in Atlanta for Handmade Chocolates, Nostalgic Sweets, and Southern Treats](https://diningout.com/atlanta/7-best-candy-shops-in-atlanta-for-handmade-chocolates-nostalgic-sweets-and-southern-treats/): Atlanta knows how to satisfy a sweet tooth, and with Halloween around the corner and the holiday season fast approaching, there’s no better time to indulge. From old-school candy counters stocked with childhood favorites to handcrafted chocolates, buttery Southern pralines, and seriously good confections, the city has no shortage of places to satisfy a sugar
- [5 Hot New NYC Bar & Restaurant Openings: Temaki and Tomatoes](https://diningout.com/new-york/new-nyc-bar-restaurant-openings-oct13-2026/): This week NYC showcases tomatoes in all their fruity glory, as well as a new temaki spot, a sunny rooftop cafe, three Japanese concepts in one place, and more.
- [This Week in Denver Dining: A New Chef Leaves Her Mark and Sotol is Having a Moment ](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-dining-oct13-2026/): This week in Denver dining news a restaurant seeks staff with the promise of a ski pass, pasta is booming, and pumpkin-laced cocktail are on the menu.
- [A Cajun & Texas Culinary Explosion: First Look at Bluebonnet & Thyme Southern Bistro & Bar](https://diningout.com/dallas/a-cajun-texas-culinary-explosion-first-look-at-bluebonnet-thyme-southern-bistro-bar/): From Fair Park to Victory Park, chef Kendall Williams has spent the last 10 years feeding Dallas. Williams began her culinary journey as a child, watching her father and grandmother cook, absorbing every bit of wisdom they imparted, either verbally or by demonstration. By the time she was 13, Williams cooked a family dinner all
- [9 Pumpkin Patches Near Atlanta With the Best Fall Food and Treats](https://diningout.com/atlanta/9-pumpkin-patches-near-atlanta-with-the-best-fall-food-and-treats/): Picking the perfect pumpkin is hungry work. And when you’re driving anywhere from 45 minutes up to an hour and a half to find that gourd, you want to be sure the food is up to snuff. From classics like apple fritters and cider slushies to smoked barbecue nachos, turkey legs, and deep-fried PB&Js, these
- [This Week in Phoenix Dining: Patio Season, State Fair Eats, National Seafood Month, and the Best New Eatery ](https://diningout.com/phoenix/phoenix-dining-news-oct12-2026/): Halloween fun, new restaurants to try, and a patios are back, grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef news, dished out on October 13.
- [This Week in New York Dining: NYC is the 22nd Best Dining City, Apparently](https://diningout.com/new-york/this-week-in-new-york-dining-october13-2026/): From Braille on menus to award-winning cocktail bars, grab a serving of the latest New York City restaurant, bar, and chef news, dished out on October 13.
- [Drinking Around the World in NYC: India and Italy](https://diningout.com/new-york/drinking-around-the-world-in-nyc-india-and-italy/): No passports, security lines, or stressful flight delays required: taste global flavors in stellar cocktails without leaving NYC. First up, Italy and India.
- [What’s New (and What’s Gone) in the Phoenix Dining Scene](https://diningout.com/phoenix/whats-new-and-whats-gone-in-the-phoenix-dining-sept-2026/): New restaurants arrived across Phoenix in September, while several longtime favorites served final meals. Find out who left, and the new hot spots to check out.
- [The Viral Sadboy Creamery Has a New Pint Shop, and Yes, There's a Line](https://diningout.com/denver/sadboy-creamery-ice-cream-denver/): The viral ice cream brand Sadboy Creamery debuted its first brick-and-mortar location off East Colfax and Marion Street in Denver, and the lines only got longer.
- [Ask the NYC Somm: Lai Rai Pairs Serious Wine With Ice Cream](https://diningout.com/new-york/ask-the-nyc-somm-lai-rai-chinatown/): Want to dive into wine more? These NYC bars and restaurants pour some of the best vino and the sommeliers are ready to serve and teach. Next up, Lai Rai.
- [This Week in Phoenix Dining: Fall Menus, Matcha Omakase, and Late-Night Parties](https://diningout.com/phoenix/this-week-in-phoenix-dining-oct6-2026/): Phoenix foodies have plenty to look forward to this week. Think multiple collaborative dinners, charity events, wine pairings, and autumn-inspired menus.
- [Denver’s Breakfast Burrito Scene, According to Local Diners](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-best-breakfast-burrito-according-to-readers/): Recently we released a list covering the best breakfast burritos in Denver. Next we asked about your thoughts on the subject. Here are the top answers.
- [Winner, Winner, Chicken and Waffles: 12 Atlanta Spots to Try](https://diningout.com/atlanta/winner-winner-chicken-and-waffles-12-atlanta-spots-to-try/): Atlanta knows its chicken and waffles, and when the craving hits for that crispy, golden, sweet-and-savory combination, there’s no shortage of places to get your fix. But not all chicken and waffles are created equal—and that’s what makes exploring the city’s versions so much fun. You’ll find everything from crispy wings and juicy tenders to
- [RARE Steak Championship Returns to Houston October 15 With All-You-Can-Eat Steak](https://diningout.com/houston/rare-steak-championship-returns-to-houston-october-15-with-unlimited-steak-tastings-from-more-than-25-restaurants/): Houston loves its steakhouses, but how often do you get to sample dishes from more than 25 of the city's top restaurants in a single night? On Thursday, October 15, DiningOut's RARE Steak Championship returns to POST Houston in Downtown for its fourth year, bringing together local chefs, sizzling cuts of beef, and a little
- [The Ultimate Guide to Halloween Dining Around Phoenix Metro](https://diningout.com/phoenix/ultimate-guide-to-halloween-phoenix/): Candy corn in the coffee, spirits in the cocktails, and the brewery tours come with ghost stories. Here’s the best Halloween celebrations in and near Phoenix.
- [Michelin Guide Texas 2026: Fort Worth Earns Its First Star as Dallas Restaurants Win New Honors](https://diningout.com/dallas/michelin-guide-texas-2026-fort-worth-earns-its-first-star-as-dallas-restaurants-win-new-honors/): North Texas has a new Michelin-starred restaurant, and this time, the honor belongs to Fort Worth. The Michelin Guide unveiled its 2026 Texas restaurant selections on Thursday, October 8, awarding three new stars statewide, six new Bib Gourmand distinctions, and 16 additions to its list of recommended restaurants. For Dallas-Fort Worth, the biggest news came
- [Michelin Guide Texas 2026: Houston Gets New Restaurants, but No New Stars](https://diningout.com/houston/michelin-guide-texas-2026-houston-gets-new-restaurants-but-no-new-stars/): The Michelin Guide has spoken, and for Houston, the 2026 results brought plenty of new recognition, but no new stars—and a few familiar snubs. The prestigious dining guide unveiled its 2026 Texas restaurant selections on Thursday, October 8, bringing three new Michelin stars to the state, six new Bib Gourmand distinctions, and 16 additions to
- [Dining Out in NYC with Chef Andrew Carmellini of The Astor and The Dutch ](https://diningout.com/new-york/dining-out-in-nyc-with-chef-andrew-carmellini/): With The Astor and The Dutch hitting 15 years in SoHo, chef Andrew Carmellini has many reasons to celebrate. Plus, he shares his favorite spot to dine out.
- [5 Hot New NYC Bar & Restaurant Openings: Daniel Humm’s Official Spot and a Legendary Baker Does Bagels](https://diningout.com/new-york/new-nyc-bar-restaurant-openings-oct7-2026/): This week in NYC openings: Look out for a sizzling new Brazilian restaurant on the Lower East Side and bagels in a Park Slope shop from a legendary baker.
- [Savor Pintxos at Pip, the Little Sister to Popular Spanish Restaurant El Five](https://diningout.com/denver/pip-opens-denver-highland/): The Highland dining scene is about to get even better with the November opening of Pip, a casual Spanish and Mediterranean concept from Denver's Edible Beats.
- [Houston Diners Named the City’s Best Chinese Restaurants—and One Classic Dominated](https://diningout.com/houston/houston-diners-named-the-citys-best-chinese-restaurants-and-one-classic-dominated/): Houston’s Chinese food scene is far too sprawling—and its diners far too opinionated—for everyone to agree on a single favorite. Is it the restaurant that has been serving the same beloved egg rolls for decades? A dim sum institution where weekend lunch means a table crowded with dumplings? A Sichuan restaurant capable of making your
- [31 Halloween Events in Dallas-Fort Worth to Get You in the Spooky Spirit](https://diningout.com/dallas/31-halloween-events-in-dallas-fort-worth-to-get-you-in-the-spooky-spirit/): Halloween falls on a Saturday this year, and Dallas-Fort Worth is in for a wickedly good time. Across the Metroplex, bars, restaurants, entertainment districts, and entire cities are getting into the spirit with everything from haunted tours and over-the-top Halloween pop-ups to boo-zy menus, costume contests, wine walks, and family-friendly festivities. There are even singles
- [The Essential Inman Park Dining Guide: 12 Restaurants to Try in Atlanta](https://diningout.com/atlanta/the-essential-inman-park-dining-guide-12-restaurants-to-try-in-atlanta/): Inman Park has no shortage of good places to eat. With the Eastside BeltLine Trail running through the neighborhood and Krog Street Market just steps away, it’s the kind of place where a quick walk can easily turn into drinks, dinner, and a few hours spent exploring. The dining scene is just as varied, mixing
- [HTX Diwali Returns to POST Houston With a Free Festival of Lights Celebration](https://diningout.com/houston/htx-diwali-returns-to-post-houston-with-a-free-festival-of-lights-celebration/): Houston’s Diwali celebrations are getting a skyline backdrop this month. POST Houston is hosting the second annual HTX Diwali: Shine Your Light Over Houston on Saturday, October 24, transforming the Downtown destination into a day-to-night celebration of the Festival of Lights with dancing, fashion, art, food, and music. The free, all-ages festival begins at 11
- [Dallas Diners Named the Best Steakhouses in the City, One Classic Dominated](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-diners-named-the-best-steakhouses-in-the-city-one-classic-dominated/): Dallas is a steakhouse town. That’s not exactly breaking news. But ask Dallas diners which restaurant serves the best steak in the city, and suddenly the discussion gets extra juicy. DiningOut Dallas posed the question to its Facebook readers, and hundreds weighed in, naming everything from lavish steakhouses built for expense-account dinners to decades-old neighborhood
- [This Week in Denver Dining: Ice Cream Making Classes are Back and Internet Fame Comes to a Food Truck](https://diningout.com/denver/this-week-in-denver-dining-ice-cream-making-classes-are-back-and-internet-fame-comes-to-a-food-truck/): This week in Denver news, meet the chef who went out of his way to learn about bao, a food truck creating a lot of internet buzz, and a pop-up-turned-permanent.
- [The Best Sandwiches in Atlanta, According to Local Diners](https://diningout.com/atlanta/the-best-sandwiches-in-atlanta-according-to-local-diners/): Atlanta has no shortage of foods worth arguing about. Wings inspire fierce loyalties, barbecue can start a debate before the meat platter hits the table, and asking Atlantans where to find a great sandwich can send you from Inman Park to Dunwoody, Roswell, Norcross and even an hour north of the city. DiningOut Atlanta recently
- [The Ultimate Denver Halloween Event and Treat Guide](https://diningout.com/denver/the-ultimate-denver-halloween-event-and-treat-guide/): Denver are you ready for all things Halloween? We're talking spooky cocktails, pumpkin treats, scary movie screenings, epic drag show, and even more events.
- [Don't Miss These Pumpkin Drinks, Baked Goods, and Other Tasty Treats in Phoenix](https://diningout.com/phoenix/where-to-find-pumpkin-phoenix/): The flavor of pumpkin can be found in martinis, chili, cupcakes, pancakes, and more; and these 15 Phoenix area spots have what you crave.
- [Meet Chef Eduardo Osorio, the Culinary Force Behind Dallas’ Meridian](https://diningout.com/dallas/meet-chef-eduardo-osorio-the-culinary-force-behind-dallas-meridian/): Eduardo Osorio has a lot on his plate these days. The executive chef behind Meridian’s live-fire kitchen recently added culinary director of The Village to his title, giving him oversight of the sprawling Dallas development’s restaurant concepts. He’s also preparing to roll out a new menu at Meridian, experimenting with everything from the wood fueling
- [This Week in NYC Dining: Reservations are Open For Chef Daniel Humm’s New Restaurant](https://diningout.com/new-york/this-week-in-new-york-dining-october6-2026/): This week try to get a seat at Daniel Humm’s new NYC restaurant. If that fails, tuck into a lobster-laden pizza, a burger from Chicago, and a martini trio.
- [The Best Pumpkin Treats in Atlanta to Try This Fall](https://diningout.com/atlanta/the-best-pumpkin-treats-in-atlanta-to-try-this-fall/): Juicy Couture, Ed Hardy, and other early aughts labels may be making their way back into fashion, but the pumpkin spice craze never quite lost its sheen. This season, we’re once again embracing that nostalgic taste of fall, and Atlanta’s bakeries, cafes, and scoop shops are answering the call. From a 100-layer doughnut to pumpkin
- [This Week in Houston Restaurant News: Goode Co. Launches an Oyster Club, and Morris Chestnut Tends Bar](https://diningout.com/houston/this-week-in-houston-restaurant-news-goode-co-launches-an-oyster-club-and-morris-chestnut-tends-bar/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Houston restaurant, bar and culinary news. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts and industry updates, here's everything happening in Houston's dining scene this week. Goode Company is celebrating Gulf Coast seafood with the launch of its new Oyster Club,
- [Chef Alex Stratta Shares His Favorite Restaurants in Phoenix Right Now](https://diningout.com/phoenix/chef-alex-strattas-favorite-restaurants-in-phoenix/): Award-winning chef Alex Stratta at Belmont Kitchen & Cocktails in Scottsdale reflects on the city that launched his career and where he likes to eat in Phoenix.
- [This Week in Dallas Restaurant News: Hugo’s Seafood Bar Expands, and the Zodiac Room Returns](https://diningout.com/dallas/this-week-in-dallas-restaurant-news-hugos-seafood-bar-expands-and-the-zodiac-room-returns/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Dallas’ restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can’t-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here’s everything you need to know about the city’s dining scene this week. Hugo's Seafood Bar reopened a newly expanded Bishop Arts restaurant at
- [BARK WEEK: Denver Hospitality Dogs Make the Industry Better](https://diningout.com/denver/bark-week-hospitality-dogs-denver-2026/): Meet the adorable dogs behind Denver’s top chefs, restaurant owners, bartenders, and hospitality professionals–round two.
- [How to Get a Michelin-Star Meal in NYC Without the Price Tag](https://diningout.com/new-york/where-to-get-a-michelin-meal-in-nyc-without-the-price-tag/): Serious diners seeking Michelin-star restaurant food and experiences without the hefty price tag are flocking to the bar section at these NYC hot spots.
- [Influenced: Date Night Denver Dishes on Dining Out](https://diningout.com/denver/influenced-date-night-denver-dishes-on-dining-out/): Meet Date Night Denver, a social media account everyone should follow for great date ideas, restaurant recommendations, and to watch this cute couple have fun.
- [BARK WEEK: Every Cup at Side Pony Showcases Rescue Dog Stickers ](https://diningout.com/denver/side-pony-rescue-dog-cups-bark-week/): Side Pony has a new campaign featuring to-go cups boasting pictures of a dog in need of a good home, complete with a QR code for more information.
- [Bone Appétit: Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants and Bars Around Phoenix](https://diningout.com/phoenix/dog-friendly-restaurants-around-phoenix/): At these local Phoenix spots, your most loyal dog date gets patio privileges and, in some cases, a menu that gives begging a night off.
- [How an Olympic Swimmer Became a State Fair of Texas Cheesecake Champion](https://diningout.com/dallas/how-an-olympic-swimmer-became-a-state-fair-of-texas-cheesecake-champion/): Stephen El Gidi had a plan. The Canadian athlete made waves competing in the 2008 Beijing and 2012 London Olympics. When swimming dried up, he worked as an environmental engineering consultant. Then, cheesecake came straight out of left field, transforming El Gidi from a world-class swimmer to a two-time State Fair of Texas Big Tex
- [The Best Ramen in Houston: Where to Find Tonkotsu, Spicy Bowls, and Late-Night Noodles](https://diningout.com/houston/the-best-ramen-in-houston-where-to-find-tonkotsu-spicy-bowls-and-late-night-noodles/): While Houston is rightfully known for its killer Tex-Mex and barbecue, it’s the endless variety of global offerings that really encapsulates the city’s culinary scene. From Indian street eats and Viet-Cajun crawfish to complete Ethiopian feasts, tasting your way through the city can be an adventurous journey. And, thanks to a handful of new restaurant
- [Bark Week: Meet NYC’s Beloved Dining Dogs](https://diningout.com/new-york/bark-week-chef-dogs-nyc/): NYC may not be a dog town, but there are a handful of chefs, writers, bartenders, and restaurant owners who have one. Time to meet four of them.
- [Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/phoenix/plate-full-of-phoenix-news-bites-sept30-2026/): This week in Phoenix restaurant news look for dramatic second acts, seafood boils, and local restaurants serving up pumpkin, apple, and all things spiced.
- [BARK WEEK: How a Stolen Dog Turned Into New York's First Dog Cafe](https://diningout.com/new-york/chateau-le-woof-nyc-dog-cafe/): The owner had a dream, literally, and woke up with the name Château Le Woof. It was the first cafe in NYC dedicated to dogs and their owners.
- [BARK WEEK: Celebrate Your Pup at One of the Best Dog Bakeries in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/bark-week-denvers-best-dog-bakeries/): These Denver bakeries really know how to treat man's best friend, discover custom pup cakes, crunchy dog biscuits, and snacks sure to make that puppy happy.
- [Bark Week: Meet the Dogs of Houston’s Top Chefs and Restaurateurs](https://diningout.com/houston/bark-week-meet-the-dogs-of-houstons-top-chefs-and-restaurateurs/): Houston’s chefs and restaurateurs spend their days feeding the city, but at home, there’s often another hungry customer waiting. For Bark Week, we asked some familiar faces in Houston’s food scene to introduce us to their four-legged family members—and dish on the foods their pups can’t resist. As it turns out, these pups have opinions.
- [Bark Week: Meet the Dogs of Atlanta’s Top Chefs and Restaurateurs](https://diningout.com/atlanta/bark-week-meet-the-dogs-of-atlantas-top-chefs-and-restaurateurs/): Every kitchen has its off-the-clock-crew, and in Atlanta, that crew often has four legs, a wagging tail, and very strong opinions about dinner. From a Shih Tzu with a penchant for apples to a German Shepherd who’s basically the mascot of his own sandwich, we rounded up the dogs waiting at home (or occasionally on
- [The Best Things to Do in Denver This Week](https://diningout.com/denver/a-plate-full-of-denver-events/): Events in Denver are coming in hot with two BOGO specials, so much Halloween fun including the South Broadway parade, celebratory dinners, tacos, and more.
- [Dining Out in NYC with Chef Marcus Samuelsson, Who Brings the Heat With World of Smoke Global BBQ](https://diningout.com/new-york/dining-out-in-nyc-with-chef-marcus-samuelsson/): Celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson calls Harlem his home and is hosting World of Smoke Global BBQ in Queens. But before that, he shared his favorite NYC spots.
- [The Best Valley Dog Bakeries Making Great Birthday Cakes](https://diningout.com/phoenix/phoenix-dog-bakeries/): These Phoenix area bakeries make custom cakes and cookies for birthday pawties, all to give local dogs plenty to celebrate with canine treats.
- [BARK WEEK: Phoenix Hospitality Dogs and Their Talented Owners](https://diningout.com/phoenix/bark-week-phoenix-hospitality-dogs-and-their-talented-owners/): Welcome to Bark Week! We invited industry professionals to send photos and information about their pets to celebrate dogs and restaurants.
- [James Beard-Recognized Chef Chris Williams Debuts New Rooftop Restaurant in Houston’s Museum District This Week](https://diningout.com/houston/james-beard-recognized-chef-chris-williams-debuts-new-rooftop-restaurant-in-houstons-museum-district-this-week/): Chris Williams is adding a new vantage point to his longtime Museum District presence—12 stories up. The James Beard Award finalist and his Lucille’s Hospitality Group will open The Branch on Thursday, October 1, inside Forme, a new luxury hotel, residential and lifestyle development in Houston’s Museum District at 5501 La Branch St. The sprawling
- [Dallas Diners Picked the Best Mexican Restaurants in Dallas, an Old-School Favorite Came Out on Top](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-diners-picked-the-best-mexican-restaurants-in-dallas-an-old-school-favorite-came-out-on-top/): Dallas has no shortage of beloved Mexican restaurants, but getting local diners to agree on the best one is another matter entirely. That debate quickly took over when DiningOut Dallas asked its Facebook followers to name their favorite Mexican restaurant. Nearly 500 comments poured in, with readers naming 28 restaurants across Dallas and the surrounding
- [Houston Diners Named Their Favorite BBQ Spots, Two Restaurants Tied for #1](https://diningout.com/houston/houston-diners-named-their-favorite-bbq-spots-two-restaurants-tied-for-1/): Ask Houstonians where to find the city’s best barbecue and you’re unlikely to get a short answer. You might not even get an answer within Houston city limits. When DiningOut Houston asked its Facebook followers to name the best barbecue in Houston, readers responded with more than 400 comments and 42 different restaurants, ranging from
- [Bark Week: The 11 Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Dallas for You and Your Pup](https://diningout.com/dallas/bark-week-the-11-best-pet-friendly-hotels-in-dallas-for-you-and-your-pup/): Let’s be honest. We’ve all cut a dinner or trip short just to rush home to our furry friends. So why leave your tail-wagging companion behind in the first place? Lucky for Dallasites and Dallas-bound travelers, hotels across the city are going above and beyond to welcome four-legged guests. Dallas hoteliers are making sure fur
- [Hudson House Is Opening Two New Houston-Area Restaurants in Katy and Memorial City](https://diningout.com/houston/hudson-house-is-opening-2-new-houston-area-restaurants-in-katy-and-memorial-city/): Hudson House is doubling down on Houston. The Dallas-born restaurant known for ice-cold martinis, oysters and cheeseburgers will open two more Houston-area locations in 2027, expanding to Katy and Memorial City. The additions will bring Hudson House’s Houston-area footprint to four restaurants. Vandelay Companies announced Wednesday that Hudson House will open at LaCenterra at Cinco
- [Blossom by SYC Blooms in Denver's LoHi](https://diningout.com/denver/blossom-by-syc-blooms-opens-denver/): Blossom by SYC has been ushering in influencers, scenesters, and looky-loos clamoring for the perfect selfie backdrop from the instant it opened in Denver.
- [Bark Week: 12 Best Hot Dogs in Atlanta, From Chili Dogs to Chicago-Style Favorites](https://diningout.com/atlanta/12-best-hot-dogs-in-atlanta-where-to-find-chili-dogs-corn-dogs-and-chicago-dogs/): 12 Atlanta hot dogs worth the drive, from The Varsity's chili dog, the benchmark since 1928, to Chicago dogs at Skip's and Korean corn dogs.
- [Bark Week: The Best Dog-Friendly Hotels in Atlanta for a Pawsitively Luxe Stay](https://diningout.com/atlanta/bark-week-the-best-dog-friendly-hotels-in-atlanta-for-a-pawsitively-luxe-stay/): Nothing screams “cozy” quite like snuggling up in a plush bed and fluffy robe with your pooch. If your digs happen to be at a five-star hotel, even better. Atlanta has plenty of stays willing to let you bring your four-legged best friend along, but only a handful truly take things from pet-permissible to pawsatively
- [Mule Train Opens This Week in South Downtown Atlanta, a Homecoming Years in the Making](https://diningout.com/atlanta/mule-train-opens-this-week-in-south-downtown-atlanta-a-homecoming-years-in-the-making/): Mike Sheats is from Athens. Shyretha Sheats is from Carrollton, about 45 miles west of Atlanta. Their first restaurant opens this week in South Downtown, and for two Georgia natives who’ve spent years cooking and pouring drinks for other people’s places, it’s a homecoming. The couple’s first brick-and-mortar, Mule Train, is a 40-seat, full-service restaurant
- [Bark Week: The Best Hot Dogs in Houston for Classic, Loaded, and Gourmet Dogs](https://diningout.com/houston/buns-of-fun-where-to-find-houstons-best-hot-dogs/): Houston may be best known for barbecue and Tex-Mex, but the city’s hot dog scene deserves a place in the spotlight, too. Across town, restaurants are giving the humble frank plenty of personality, from perfectly executed classics and chili-smothered favorites to over-the-top creations stacked with inventive toppings. Whether you’re craving a no-frills late-night dog or
- [Bark Week: The Best Dog-Friendly Hotels in Houston for Eating, Drinking, and Staying With Your Pup](https://diningout.com/houston/bark-week-the-best-dog-friendly-hotels-in-houston-for-eating-drinking-and-staying-with-your-pup/): Houstonians love their pups, and restaurants, bars, and hotels have taken note of that fact. Gone are the days when Rover resided in a dog house in the backyard. Pooches today are commonly referred to as “fur babies” and their “parents” enjoy taking them everywhere. While Houston has a number of pet-friendly patios and restaurants
- [The Best Chicken Wings in Houston: 17 Spots for Crispy, Smoked, and Saucy Wings](https://diningout.com/houston/the-best-chicken-wings-in-houston-17-spots-for-crispy-smoked-and-saucy-wings/): Chicken wings may have started as a humble bar snack, but in Houston they’ve taken on a life of their own. They’re a staple at sports bars, backyard watch parties, late-night food trucks, and neighborhood restaurants—often serving as the centerpiece of game-day spreads across the city. Whether piled high in a basket with a side
- [Bark Week: 28 Best Dog-Friendly Restaurant and Bar Patios in Houston](https://diningout.com/houston/bark-week-22-best-dog-friendly-restaurant-and-bar-patios-in-houston/): Human Houstonians aren’t the only ones who like to go out on the town. While the sofa may be comfy most of the time, local pooches love outings to the park, jogging trails, and even the city’s many restaurant patios. Dogs crave interaction, and a pup-friendly restaurant gives them plenty of opportunities to experience new
- [Chef Tiffany Derry on Her Dallas Restaurants, TV Career, and Shef Food + Wine Festival](https://diningout.com/dallas/chef-tiffany-derry-on-her-dallas-restaurants-tv-career-and-shef-food-wine-festival/): If you’re lucky enough to catch a few moments with the vivacious, ever-smiling chef Tiffany Derry, savor your time with her. This culinary force is always on the move, whether it’s between her restaurant concepts (including Roots Southern Table, Roots Chicken Shak, Radici Wood Fire Grill, The Landing, and Syrup + Sno) in Farmers Branch,
- [5 Hot New NYC Bar & Restaurant Openings to Know About This Week](https://diningout.com/new-york/hot-new-nyc-bar-restaurant-openings-sept30-2026/): This week, look out for a New York-meets-Shanghai bar on the Lower East Side, a new Ginza-style bar in Hudson Square, a hot bagel shop in Chelsea, and more.
- [Plate Full of Denver News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-news-bites-sept29-2026/): This week in Denver dining news a bear brunches in Aspen, whiskey warms up the season, a pizza shop catches on fire, and a Colorado campus goes plastic free.
- [Bari Ristorante Sets September 30 Opening Date in The Woodlands](https://diningout.com/houston/bari-ristorante-sets-september-30-opening-date-in-the-woodlands/): The Woodlands is getting another major Houston restaurant import this month. Bari Ristorante, the stylish Italian restaurant that has drawn a steady crowd in River Oaks District since opening in 2023, will debut its second location on Wednesday, September 30, at 24 Waterway Avenue. And Bari isn’t going small for its suburban expansion. The new
- [Attend an Epic Dinner at Roth’s Sea & Steak in Colorado Springs](https://diningout.com/denver/event-roths-sea-and-steak-colorado-springs/): Chef Ricky Biswas of Roth's Sea & Steak in Colorado Springs is hosting a two night party complete with a concert, cocktails, a 10-course dinner, wine, and more.
- [RARE Steak Championship 2026: Denver Delivers Some Great Bites and a Lot of Fun](https://diningout.com/denver/rare-steak-championship-2026-denver/): This year marked the 7th annual RARE Steak Championship, and it popped up in a new venue. Taking place at Infinity Park in Glendale, a Denver suburb, the event on Thursday, September 24 brought together over 30 restaurants, spirit sponsors, bartenders, chefs, and meat lovers. Live music filled the large, private stadium field, which came
- [JOEY Maple Opens in Uptown Dallas With New Menu and Luxe Design](https://diningout.com/dallas/joey-maple-opens-in-uptown-dallas-with-new-menu-and-luxe-design/): Canada’s JOEY Restaurants officially opened JOEY Maple on September 10, marking the growing international brand’s second Dallas location and another addition to one of the city’s buzziest dining neighborhoods. “Uptown Dallas has one of the most energetic dining communities in the country, and expanding in Texas is a significant milestone for our brand,” said Layne
- [Houston’s Plate Full of News: Tacos Doña Lena is Moving, Love Croissants Debuts in the Heights, and Little Ruby’s is Coming](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-plate-full-of-news-tacos-dona-lena-is-moving-love-croissants-debuts-in-the-heights-and-little-rubys-is-coming/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Houston restaurant, bar and culinary news. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts and industry updates, here's everything happening in Houston's dining scene this week. The 411 Tacos Doña Lena is moving its original Spring Branch restaurant to a larger
- [Dallas’ Plate Full of News: KFC Debuts a Test Kitchen, Nuri Steakhouse Names a New Chef, and More](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-plate-full-of-news-kfc-debuts-a-test-kitchen-nuri-steakhouse-names-a-new-chef-and-burger-schmurger-nears-a-milestone/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Dallas’ restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can’t-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here’s everything you need to know about the city’s dining scene this week. The 411 Korean-inspired Nuri Steakhouse recently named a new executive chef.
- [BARK WEEK: Pups, Pizza, and a Patio Make This Phoenix Place Perfect](https://diningout.com/phoenix/phoenix-pizza-to-the-rescue-bark-week/): What do pizza and pups have to do with one another? At Pizza to the Rescue, quite a lot. Find your next furry friend and get a great meal too.
- [Atlanta’s Plate Full of News: Mule Train Opens, Jeni’s Expands, and New Fall Menus Arrive](https://diningout.com/atlanta/atlantas-plate-full-of-news-mule-train-opens-jenis-expands-and-new-fall-menus-arrive/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Atlanta's restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here's everything you need to know about the city's dining scene this week. The 411 Cotto Modern Italian opened its second location in the
- [BARK WEEK: Bird Dog Brings a Monthly Canine Celebration to Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/bird-dog-rare-bird-cherry-creek/): The Denver rooftop bar Rare Bird has crafted an extra-special happy hour that's all about your dog, you, and other canine companions-complete with pup treats.
- [Plate Full of New York News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/new-york/plate-full-of-new-york-news-september29-2026/): This week in NYC news we learn what’s happening in the former Donohue’s space, plus new brunch service at Carversteak, and the resurrection of lunch at Massara.
- [The Best Places to Dine With Your Dog in NYC](https://diningout.com/new-york/the-best-places-to-dine-with-your-dog-in-nyc/): Why choose between going out and hanging with your dog? These NYC hot spots around Manhattan not only welcome hungry guests, but their four-legged friends too.
- [5 Hot New NYC Bar & Restaurant Openings to Know About This Week](https://diningout.com/new-york/hot-new-nyc-bar-restaurant-openings-sep23-2026/): This week in New York openings look for a massive Lincoln Center brasserie from a beloved celeb chef and a Southern-style country buffet in the East Village.
- [Muku Made Michelin Star History in NYC, Now it Celebrates One Year](https://diningout.com/new-york/one-year-muku-michelin/): Last year the kaiseki Muku became the fastest restaurant in NYC history to get a Michelin star, and today chef Manabu Asanuma’s hot spot continues to impress.
- [Carrie Baird Returns to Bar Dough With a Fresh Take on the Denver Italian Favorite](https://diningout.com/denver/carrie-baird-returns-to-bar-dough-with-a-fresh-take-on-the-denver-italian-favorite/): Chef Carrie Baird is back where one of the most notable chapters of her Denver restaurant career began. The “Top Chef” finalist has returned to Bar Dough, the LoHi Italian restaurant where she was an early member of the team and earned a James Beard Award semifinalist nomination for her work in 2019. Now, Baird
- [Bun B’s Trill Burgers Opens New Galleria-Area Location This Friday, With a 3 a.m. Drive-Thru Coming Soon](https://diningout.com/houston/bun-bs-trill-burgers-opens-new-galleria-area-location-this-friday-with-a-3-a-m-drive-thru-coming-soon/): This weekend, Bun B is bringing Trill Burgers to one of Houston’s busiest thoroughfares. Trill Burgers will open its fourth Houston-area restaurant at 7616 Westheimer Road on Friday, September 25, marking the latest expansion for the homegrown burger brand co-founded by the Houston rap legend. Located just west of the Galleria, the new restaurant will
- [The Compass Celebrates 50 Years in Phoenix](https://diningout.com/phoenix/tbt-the-compass-phoenix/): Fifty years after opening high above downtown, The Compass is still where Phoenix diners go for proposals, anniversaries, and milestone dinners.
- [A Trio of New Scottsdale Hotel Restaurants to Book Right Now](https://diningout.com/phoenix/new-scottsdale-hotel-restaurants-ella-cielito-salt-sol/): Three’s company in the Scottsdale hotel scene, where Southern smokehouse cooking joins Mexican rooftop dinners and Mediterranean meals by the pool.
- [From Museums to Martinis: The Best Restaurants in Houston’s Museum District](https://diningout.com/houston/from-museums-to-martinis-the-best-restaurants-in-houstons-museum-district/): Houston is home to one of the country’s most impressive collections of museums, from the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston and the always-free Menil Collection to Holocaust Museum Houston and the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum. Families flock to the Houston Museum of Natural Science and Children’s Museum Houston year-round, and with many institutions offering special
- [The Steaks Chefs Love: Denver Chefs Share Their Favorite Cuts](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-chefs-share-favorite-steak-cuts/): Ribeye? Hanger? The Denver steak? These nine Colorado chefs share what steaks are their personal favorites, and the most underrated cuts. Plus, tips on cooking.
- [The Best Cheesesteaks in Atlanta: 7 Spots for Philly-Style Favorites](https://diningout.com/atlanta/the-best-cheesesteaks-in-atlanta-7-spots-for-philly-style-favorites/): There’s something about a good cheesesteak that doesn’t need much explanation. Thinly sliced steak, melted cheese, onions, and a soft, sturdy roll come together to make a sandwich that’s mouthwatering, filling, and nearly impossible to eat gracefully. Whether you like yours with Cheez Whiz, white American, or provolone—or you’re open to something a little less
- [Popular All-You-Can-Eat Sushi Restaurant Seven Sushi & Robata Is Expanding to Midtown](https://diningout.com/houston/popular-all-you-can-eat-sushi-restaurant-seven-sushi-robata-is-expanding-to-midtown/): Unlimited sushi is coming to Midtown. Seven Sushi & Robata, the all-you-can-eat Japanese restaurant that debuted in Asiatown last year, is expanding with a second Houston location at 3304 Milam Street this fall. Husband-and-wife owners Grace and Leo Xia, whose restaurant portfolio also includes Duck N Bao and Hongdae 33, are taking over the former
- [Where Should Visitors Eat in Houston? Locals Recommend These Restaurants](https://diningout.com/houston/where-should-visitors-eat-in-houston-locals-recommend-these-restaurants/): Ask a Houstonian where to eat and you’re liable to get a question in return: What are you in the mood for? Barbecue? Tex-Mex? Steak? Vietnamese? Indo-Pak? Something fancy? A Michelin recommendation? The possibilities are nearly endless in a city where deciding where to eat can turn into a debate before anyone has even gotten
- [The Best Pizza in Dallas, According to DiningOut Readers](https://diningout.com/dallas/the-best-pizza-in-dallas-according-to-diningout-readers/): Few foods inspire opinions quite like pizza. New York-style devotees want a slice thin enough to fold. Neapolitan fans look for blistered crusts and bubbling mozzarella. Detroit-style loyalists want those crispy, cheesy edges. And New Haven converts will happily explain why char is a feature, not a flaw. So when DiningOut Dallas asked its Facebook
- [Where to Host a Holiday Party in Houston: Restaurants With the Best Private Dining Rooms](https://diningout.com/houston/where-to-host-a-holiday-party-in-houston-restaurants-with-the-best-private-dining-rooms/): It may be hard to believe, but the holiday season is right around the corner, and local restaurants are ready to celebrate. From festive dinners and corporate parties to family gatherings and end-of-year soirées, calendars are filling fast. The city’s dining scene has a space for every kind of celebration, from elegant private dining rooms
- [Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/phoenix/plate-full-of-phoenix-news-bites-sept22-2026/): This week in Phoenix restaurant news we’re turning our attention to sourdough bread making, National Coffee Day, and all things fall.
- [Oktoberfest in Houston 2026: Where to Celebrate With Beer, Brats, and More](https://diningout.com/houston/oktoberfest-in-houston-2026-where-to-celebrate-with-beer-brats-and-more/): Oktoberfest may have started in Munich in 1810, but Houston knows how to make the tradition its own. This fall, breweries, beer halls, neighborhood bars and restaurants across the Houston area are raising a stein with German-style beers, brats, live music, stein-hoisting contests and plenty of lederhosen. From Downtown beer gardens to neighborhood hangouts and
- [The Best Pizza in Atlanta, According to DiningOut Readers](https://diningout.com/atlanta/the-best-pizza-in-atlanta-according-to-diningout-readers/): Pizza is one of those foods everyone seems to have an opinion about. Thin and foldable, or blistered and Neapolitan? Old-school neighborhood joint, or destination-worthy pizzeria? And in Atlanta, apparently, there’s another question to consider: How far are you willing to drive for a really good pie? DiningOut Atlanta recently asked its Facebook followers to
- [Where to Eat Near State Farm Arena and Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta](https://diningout.com/atlanta/where-to-eat-near-state-farm-arena-and-mercedes-benz-stadium-in-atlanta/): If you’re headed to Mercedes-Benz Stadium or State Farm Arena, don’t make the rookie move of eating wherever you find a parking spot. The area surrounding the stadiums have some serious gems, with everything from sushi and Thai food to soul food, tacos, and craft beer. This is your big list of places to eat
- [9 Unique Dallas Coffee Shops Hidden in Salons, Bookstores, and Boutiques](https://diningout.com/dallas/9-unique-dallas-coffee-shops-hidden-in-salons-bookstores-and-boutiques/): Over the last few years, Dallas entrepreneurs have transformed how they use their space by creating one-stop shops where you can check off an errand or two from your to-do list and find sustenance under the same roof. Enterprising owners have strapped on their bar and barista aprons to capitalize on the spaces that house
- [Where to Eat, Drink, and Play in Dallas: The Best Eatertainment Spots](https://diningout.com/dallas/where-to-eat-drink-and-play-in-dallas-the-best-eatertainment-spots/): Dallas undoubtedly loves to eat and drink. The city’s full of social-media-ready bars and restaurants flaunting impeccable design and technique-driven menus that yield some truly photogenic dishes. But, you can score great food and a little something more in a new category of dining that's turning heads: eatertainment. The immersive trend combines food, drink, and
- [Plate Full of Denver News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-news-bites-sep22-2026/): Get ready for all things fall on local menus. In other news, a driverless vehicle broke the law, new chefs are popping up, and Denver does Dolly.
- [Dallas’ Plate Full of News: State Fair Specials Arrive, Bluebonnet & Thyme Opens, and Charlie’s Is Coming](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-plate-full-of-news-state-fair-specials-arrive-bluebonnet-thyme-opens-and-charlies-is-coming/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Dallas’ restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can’t-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here’s everything you need to know about the city’s dining scene this week. The 411 Bluebonnet & Thyme brought its Cajun-meets-Texan cuisine to Victory
- [The 10 Best Smash Burgers in NYC Right Now](https://diningout.com/new-york/best-smash-burgers-in-nyc/): Check out our guide to the salty, crispy, cheese-covered smash burgers defining NYC dining right now. These are the 10 best right now, have you tried any?
- [Southern Smoke Festival 2026 Brings More Than 100 Culinary Stars to Houston—Here Are 10 to Know](https://diningout.com/houston/southern-smoke-festival-2026-brings-more-than-100-culinary-stars-to-houston-here-are-10-to-know/): The Southern Smoke Festival is an embarrassment of riches. A powerhouse lineup of talent—the country’s top chefs, bartenders and hospitality professionals—will descend on Houston for the festival on Saturday, October 3 from 4 to 8 p.m., turning Discovery Green into an unmissable culinary paradise. It’s where foodies will get to see some of the nation’s
- [Taste Brookhaven 2026 Returns October 1 With 16 Atlanta Restaurants](https://diningout.com/atlanta/taste-brookhaven-2026-returns-october-1-with-16-atlanta-restaurants/): Brookhaven’s dining scene gets its annual spotlight this fall when Taste Brookhaven returns on Thursday, October 1, bringing together 16 local restaurants for an evening of tastings, cocktails, and live entertainment. Presented by Explore Brookhaven, the event returns for the second year in a row to Brookhaven City Centre, the walkable development at 4001 Peachtree
- [Houston’s Plate Full of News: Bar Bludorn The Woodlands Shifts Its Opening Date and Le Colonial Marks a Decade in Houston](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-plate-full-of-news-bar-bludorn-the-woodlands-shifts-its-opening-date-and-le-colonial-marks-a-decade-in-houston/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Houston restaurant, bar and culinary news. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts and industry updates, here's everything happening in Houston's dining scene this week. The 411 Bar Bludorn Woodlands has a new opening date. The latest restaurant from chef
- [Plate Full of New York News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/new-york/plate-full-of-new-york-news-september22-2026/): This week in NYC news, we said bye to Sweet Chick and hi to FKA; we learn how chefs will create more food and less waste; plus, a dreamy job for you at EMP.
- [Game On: The Best Sports Bars in Greater Phoenix](https://diningout.com/phoenix/best-sports-bars-phoenix/): From chicken wings to great beer to killer snacks, no matter the sport, these Greater Phoenix bars have what you need to watch the big game.
- [Dine at the 25 Best Italian Restaurants in Denver ](https://diningout.com/denver/10-of-the-best-italian-restaurants-in-denver/): Denver has no shortage of Italian fare, whether you’re craving handmade pasta, hearty chicken parmesan, lasagna, or even noodles with kimchi alla vodka.
- [Marea Marks 15 Years of NYC Seafood Excellence](https://diningout.com/new-york/marea-seafood-lovers-nyc/): Home to the city’s most raved about fusilli, for over 15 years chef PJ Calapa has enticed diners with signature seafood and seasonal fare at Marea in NYC.
- [Maple & Ash: A Sensational Scottsdale Steakhouse in Multiple Acts](https://diningout.com/phoenix/maple-and-ash-scottsdale-chefs-tasting-menu/): Maple & Ash is a Scottsdale steakhouse with a “I Don’t Give a F*@K” tasting menu featuring a seafood encore and a supporting cast capable of stealing a scene.
- [Dining Out in New York City With Chef Erik Ramirez of Papa San ](https://diningout.com/new-york/dining-out-nyc-with-chef-erik-ramirez-of-papa-san/): Peruvian-American chef Erik Ramirez runs Papa San in NYC, but he also took home top prizes at the RARE Steak Championship and created a viral hot dog.
- [Party in the Kitchen 2026 Returns With 25 Atlanta Chefs to Support Open Hand](https://diningout.com/atlanta/party-in-the-kitchen-2026-returns-with-25-atlanta-chefs-to-support-open-hand/): Atlanta’s restaurant community is coming together for a good cause on September 24, when Party in the Kitchen returns with bites from 25 local chefs—all in support of one of the city’s longstanding nonprofits. Open Hand’s annual culinary fundraiser returns to the Foundry at Puritan Mill for its 23rd year, bringing together chefs from restaurants
- [Score With Football and Great Food at Empower Field in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/where-to-eat-in-empower-field-denver-football/): Yes, you can get plenty of hot dogs and Coors when catching a football game in Empower Field at Mile High. But, there's so much more to munch on and drink.
- [Charlie’s, a New 30-Table Dallas Restaurant From Bob Sambol and Vandelay, Is Coming to Lovers Lane](https://diningout.com/dallas/charlies-a-new-30-table-dallas-restaurant-from-bob-sambol-and-vandelay-is-coming-to-lovers-lane/): Dallas restaurateur Bob Sambol is getting back into the restaurant business with a project that promises to be considerably smaller—and quieter—than many of the splashy openings that have defined the city’s dining scene in recent years. Sambol is partnering with Hunter Pond and Rick Dunlap of Vandelay Companies to open Charlie’s, an intimate, dinner-only restaurant
- [Houston’s Best Rooftop Bars for Cocktails and City Views](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-best-rooftop-bars-for-cocktails-and-city-views/): While Houston may not have mountain views or vistas overlooking the ocean, it does have great cityscapes. And when observed from an excellent vantage point, like atop a high-rise hotel or on an open-air pool deck seven stories up, the views can be hard to beat. Houston’s rooftop bars not only offer worthy panoramic views
- [Houston Diners Named Their Favorite Burgers—and the Winner Was Close](https://diningout.com/houston/houston-diners-named-their-favorite-burgers-and-the-winner-was-close/): National Cheeseburger Day lands on Friday, September 18, and in Houston, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate. But with burger joints ranging from decades-old institutions to chef-driven newcomers, deciding where to sink your teeth into a juicy patty can inspire plenty of debate. In honor of the occasion, DiningOut Houston took the question to
- [Bark Week: The 18 Best Dog-Friendly Restaurants and Bar Patios in Dallas](https://diningout.com/dallas/bark-week-the-18-best-dog-friendly-restaurants-and-bar-patios-in-dallas/): You’re on your way out the door to meet friends for dinner when you hear a little whimper, followed by a mournful bark, and turn to find a pair of sad puppy eyes asking, Why can’t I come? The cuteness is hard to resist. While there are plenty of places that aren’t suited for pets,
- [Best Places in Denver For an Affordable Steak](https://diningout.com/denver/where-to-go-for-steak-denver-without-breaking-the-bank/): Steak lovers know you can find a great piece of meat without breaking the bank, but you have to look. That's why we tapped our Denver readers to find the best.
- [5 Hot New NYC Bar & Restaurant Openings to Know About This Week](https://diningout.com/new-york/hot-new-nyc-bar-restaurant-openings-september16-2026/): This week, look out for a new gluten-free dining option in Tribeca, the return of an iconic delicatessen, something new from chef Andrew Carmellini, and more.
- [Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/phoenix/plate-full-of-phoenix-news-bites-sep16-2026/): Phoenix celebrates Restaurant Week, pastrami deals, football fun, and Michelin-level dining. All with a side of ice cream, tacos, and bagels in the news.
- [Meet the Husband-and-Wife Team Behind Salisbury’s Pizza, East Dallas’ New Spot for $4 Slices](https://diningout.com/dallas/meet-the-husband-and-wife-team-behind-salisburys-pizza-east-dallas-new-spot-for-4-slices/): Lately, the Dallas restaurant scene has felt more like a high-stakes competition to see who can offer the priciest, most extravagant food and drinks. Yet, amid $350 steaks and $28,500 bottles of wine, two restaurateurs set out to create an affordable, old-school pizza joint, complete with red-and-white-checkered tablecloths and multigenerational family photos lining the walls.
- [The Best Chinese Restaurants in Dallas, According to Local Diners](https://diningout.com/dallas/the-best-chinese-restaurants-in-dallas-according-to-local-diners/): Ask Dallas diners where to find the best Chinese food, and you’d better establish some ground rules first. Do you mean Dallas proper or anywhere in DFW? Sichuan or Cantonese? A longtime neighborhood standby or somewhere a little more polished? And are we talking regional Chinese cooking or the American Chinese dishes many Texans grew
- [The Best Local Restaurants to Visit at the Phoenix Airport](https://diningout.com/phoenix/best-airport-restaurants-phoenix/): Dine before you go at the top 10 regional restaurants, celebrity-chef owned eateries, and local brewpubs in the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
- [5 New Houston Restaurant Openings to Know Right Now](https://diningout.com/houston/5-new-houston-restaurant-openings-to-know-right-now/): September is still summer in Houston, and there’s more heating up than just the temperatures. The city’s restaurant scene continues to welcome new concepts, from luxurious fine dining destinations to casual cafés and everything in between. Whatever your budget or dining mood, there’s always somewhere new worth checking out. Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner,
- [Atlas Chef Freddy Money Shares the Secrets of His Michelin-Starred Atlanta Kitchen in New Cookbook](https://diningout.com/atlanta/atlas-chef-freddy-money-shares-the-secrets-of-his-michelin-starred-atlanta-kitchen-in-new-cookbook/): Many of history’s best artists know that the combination of contrasting elements is what creates compelling art. At Buckhead’s Atlas, the blending of novelty and nostalgia is what keeps diners (and critics) coming back for more. Here, a meal might begin with a black truffle tart or leche de tigre spheres before moving on to
- [RARE Steak Championship Makes Its New York Debut: Meet the 2026 Winners](https://diningout.com/new-york/rare-steak-championship-makes-its-new-york-debut-meet-the-2026-winners/): Smoke, fire, and the unmistakable sizzle of steak took over Industry City in Brooklyn on Thursday, September 10, as some of New York’s top chefs fired up their grills for DiningOut New York’s inaugural RARE Steak Championship presented by Buckhead Meat & Seafood and Snake River Farms. The nationally touring steak competition made its New
- [From Buford Highway to Poncey-Highland: The Story Behind Tio Lucho’s](https://diningout.com/atlanta/from-buford-highway-to-poncey-highland-the-story-behind-tio-luchos/): At Tio Lucho’s, the Peruvian restaurant Arnaldo Castillo opened in Poncey-Highland in 2022, there’s a fried grouper dish finished with cau-cau salsa, a seafood sauce rich with memory. His father, Luis, used to make it. It’s not revolutionary, but Castillo still puts it on the menu from time to time because cooking it feels like
- [The Best Restaurants in Montrose: Where to Eat in Houston’s Dining Hotspot](https://diningout.com/houston/the-best-restaurants-in-montrose-where-to-eat-in-houstons-dining-hotspot/): Many remember Montrose, or “the Montrose” to some, as a funky urban enclave where the diversity of businesses and residents was showcased in eclectic fashion. Over the years, upscale housing and major retail developments have transformed the place of tattoo parlors and night clubs into a more genteel neighborhood. Along with the changes came a
- [The Best All-Day Breakfast Restaurants in Houston](https://diningout.com/houston/the-best-all-day-breakfast-restaurants-in-houston/): They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and who are we to disagree? While some can get by on a hot cup of joe, others need a full-fledged breakfast to fuel the day. Luckily, Houston has plenty of restaurants serving breakfast well beyond the morning hours, meaning late risers can get
- [State Fair of Texas 2026: What to Eat, What’s New, and How to Save](https://diningout.com/dallas/state-fair-of-texas-2026-what-to-eat-whats-new-and-how-to-save/): It’s the most Texan time of the year—the State Fair of Texas is back! The State Fair of Texas returns to Fair Park Friday, September 25, and lasts until Sunday, October 18 with this year’s theme, “Stars, Stripes, and Howdies,” celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. Fairgoers can expect lower admission, four new Big Texas Choice Award
- [A Dallas Seafood Institution Turns 50: Inside S&D Oyster Company’s Enduring Legacy](https://diningout.com/dallas/a-dallas-seafood-institution-turns-50-inside-sd-oyster-companys-enduring-legacy/): Back when the United States was celebrating its bicentennial, finding fresh seafood in landlocked Dallas wasn’t commonplace, but Herb and Mary Kay Story had a plan to fix that. While serving as a Navy fighter pilot for six years on the Gulf Coast, Mr. Story grew to love fresh seafood, so when he couldn’t find
- [Dallas’ Plate Full of News: Hudson House Opens in Southlake, Guest House Heads to Uptown, and S&D Oyster Co. Turns 50](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-plate-full-of-news-hudson-house-opens-in-southlake-guest-house-heads-to-uptown-and-sd-oyster-co-turns-50/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Dallas’ restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can’t-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here’s everything you need to know about the city’s dining scene this week. The 411 Vandelay Companies opened its 12th Hudson House in Southlake
- [Plate Full of New York News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/new-york/plate-full-of-new-york-news-september15-2026/): Winners of the NYC RARE Steak Championship are in. Chef Ayo Balogun closed his Bed-Stuy cafe, and Massara re-introduced an Italian-accented weekend brunch.
- [The Outstanding People Making These Phoenix Thai Restaurants Thrive](https://diningout.com/phoenix/three-standout-phoenix-thai-restaurants/): At Thai Rama, Cafe de Bangkok, and Chanpen Thai Cuisine in Phoenix, recipes carry memories of home and the support that helped each restaurant grow.
- [Ask the NYC Somm: Whimsical Wine Pairings at Parcelle](https://diningout.com/new-york/ask-the-nyc-somm-wine-at-parcelle/): Parcelle started online, opened a bottle shop, and now runs two NYC wine bars with natural bottles, collectible Burgundy, and plenty of snacks.
- [Atlanta’s Plate Full of News: Heritage Opens, Mister O1 Expands, and Bon Ton Is Closing](https://diningout.com/atlanta/atlantas-plate-full-of-news-heritage-opens-mister-o1-expands-and-bon-ton-is-closing/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Atlanta's restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here's everything you need to know about the city's dining scene this week. The 411 Mister O1 Extraordinary Pizza opened its third Georgia location
- [Meet the Steakhouses Behind RARE Steak Championship in NYC](https://diningout.com/new-york/rare-steak-championship-nyc-steakhouses/): NYC is about to get it's first RARE Steak Championship on September 10 in Brooklyn. Over 20 steakhouses have signed up, plus cocktails and seafood in the VIP.
- [Michelin Colorado is Out, and There are Plenty of New Additions to Celebrate ](https://diningout.com/denver/michelin-guide-awards-colorado-2026/): Today the official 2026 Michelin Guide announced the awards for Colorado, adding on 15 new entries. Some predictions proved true, though you may be surprised.
- [Everything You Wanted to Know About Arizona's Michelin Award Winners](https://diningout.com/phoenix/everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-arizonas-michelin-award-winners/): Arizona didn’t stick any Michelin stars in its pockets, but there are plenty of other reasons to celebrate the Phoenix restaurant scene. Here's the winners.
- [New York’s Plate Full of News: A NYC Pintxo Crawl, Momofuku’s New Kimbap, and RARE Steak Championship](https://diningout.com/new-york/plate-full-of-new-york-news-bites-september8-2026/): A great Spanish food market wants you to go on a pintxo crawl around Manhattan, Momofuku has debuted a new kimbap menu, and there’s a new drinkable version of a black and white cookie. Plus, this week is New York City's inaugural RARE Steak Championship. Have a tip? Send us a note via Instagram or
- [Plate Full of Phoenix Restaurant News: 7 Brew Eyes 41 Salad and Go Locations, Postino Gets Pickled, and Fall Flavors Arrive](https://diningout.com/phoenix/plate-full-of-phoenix-restaurant-news-7-brew-eyes-41-salad-and-go-locations-postino-gets-pickled-and-fall-flavors-arrive/): With Labor Day behind us, the Valley is settling into fall, even if it’s still 90,000 (ish) degrees outside. This week, get the scoop on banana pudding ice cream honoring Dolly Parton and her literacy legacy, pumpkin-filled cannolis, pickle collabs, and how to help fight hunger. We also have the skinny on an intimate Michelin-chef
- [La Vie en Rose Wows Denver in a Sparkling Debut](https://diningout.com/denver/la-vie-en-rose-champagne-denver/): La Vie en Rose is a Champagne bar in RiNo from Nicole and Scott Mattson, the owners of the Nocturne jazz and supper club.
- [GrapeFest 2026: Grapevine’s Biggest Wine Festival Returns for Its 40th Anniversary](https://diningout.com/dallas/grapefest-2026-grapevines-biggest-wine-festival-returns-for-its-40th-anniversary/): Grapevine may be known as the Christmas Capital of Texas from the end of November through December, but for the rest of the year, it makes a strong case for being the wine capital of Dallas-Fort Worth. And this year, the city is celebrating four decades of hosting the largest wine festival in the Southwest.
- [Chef Demetrius Brown’s Heritage Opens in Atlanta’s Summerhill September 10](https://diningout.com/atlanta/chef-demetrius-browns-heritage-opens-in-atlantas-summerhill-september-10/): For four years, chef Demetrius Brown’s Heritage Supper Club existed in borrowed spaces: a coffee shop after hours, a restaurant dining room on its night off, wherever he could set up to tell a story through food. On Tuesday, September 10, that story finally gets a permanent address when Heritage, Brown’s new restaurant with business
- [Iconic NYC H&H Bagels Opens Its First Texas Location in Houston Thursday](https://diningout.com/houston/iconic-nyc-hh-bagels-opens-its-first-texas-location-in-houston-thursday/): H&H Bagels, the Manhattan shop seen on Seinfeld, brings its first Texas location to 2850 Westheimer Road in River Oaks.
- [Meat & Greet: Go Behind the Scenes at Terry Black’s BBQ in Dallas](https://diningout.com/dallas/meat-greet-go-behind-the-scenes-at-terry-blacks-bbq-in-dallas/): There's something exhilarating, and a bit empowering, about pushing a menu inside when the server approaches your table and declaring with a flourish, "I'll take one of everything!" The new Terry Black's BBQ Experience offers a variation on that theme. "The Terry Black’s Experience was created last fall to give guests more than just a
- [5 New NYC Restaurants and Bars to Know About This Week](https://diningout.com/new-york/5-new-nyc-restaurants-and-bars-to-know-about-this-week/): Labor Day has come and gone and it’s suddenly back-to-school season. With the U.S. Open rolling on and Fashion Week beginning this week, New York is a bustling town again. Getting a table just got a bit trickier, but perhaps now’s the time to try something new—because the new bar and restaurant openings haven’t seemed
- [New York’s Plate Full of News: STK Opens in Chelsea, Forsythia Names a New Chef, and NYC Restaurants Say Goodbye](https://diningout.com/new-york/plate-full-of-new-york-news-bites-august31-2026/): Find out what tennis pros eat during the U.S. Open, mourn the passing of NYC restaurants, and embrace pumpkin. Read on for more news, dished out on August 31.
- [Jerk Chicken, Mojitos, and More: 9 Best Caribbean Restaurants in Dallas-Fort Worth](https://diningout.com/dallas/jerk-chicken-mojitos-and-more-9-best-caribbean-restaurants-in-dallas-fort-worth/): If you know where to look, the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex is filled with Caribbean culture. There are Cuban grocery stores, Dominican bakeries, cultural pride parades, and plenty of amazing Caribbean music, including an annual reggae festival each spring. There are also a number of hidden-gem Caribbean restaurants serving everything from empanadas to jerk to mofongos.
- [Dallas’ Plate Full of News: JOEY Opens on Maple, Fall Menus Arrive, and Food Festivals Fill the Weekend](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-plate-full-of-news-joey-opens-on-maple-fall-menus-arrive-and-food-festivals-fill-the-weekend/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Dallas’ restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can’t-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here’s everything you need to know about the city’s dining scene this week. The 411 Red: Italian officially debuted on August 20 on the
- [Denver Restaurant Week: Is It Worth It?](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-restaurant-week-is-it-worth-it/): On September 30, Visit Denver announced a fall Denver Restaurant Week scheduled for November 13 through November 22. While the surprise announcement wasn’t as impactful as other proclamations (from, say, March) that hit everyone like a punch to the gut, it did make us wonder: Is Restaurant Week worth it? Josh Wolkon (owner, Steuben’s and Ace Eat Serve) and Andy
- [The Best Outdoor Dining in Houston: 21 Restaurants with Standout Patios](https://diningout.com/houston/outdoor-dining-restaurants-in-houston/): 21 Houston restaurants with standout patios, from shady terraces overlooking the bayou to flower-filled courtyards with live music.
- [All You Need to Know About the Viral Dubai Bar](https://diningout.com/global/all-you-need-to-know-about-the-viral-dubai-bar/): The viral Dubai chocolate bar, made with pistachio cream and toasted kataifi. Where to buy it in Denver, what it costs, and which one is the better value.
- [Destination Dining: Take a Trip to Japan While Eating at Domo](https://diningout.com/denver/head-to-japan-via-domo/): Domo Japanese Country Restaurant is at 1365 Osage St., Denver, open Tuesday through Sunday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. No reservations. Japanese curry is the staple.
- [Local Flavors and Quick Bites: Denver Airport Dining Concourse A](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-airport-dining-concourse-a/): Where to eat at Denver International Airport Concourse A: local Colorado spots, quick grab-and-go bites, early openings and happy hour before your flight.
- [How The Brains Behind Denver's Most Beautiful Cocktail Bars Makes Magic](https://diningout.com/denver/sorry-gorgeous/): Sorry Gorgeous is a rooftop cocktail bar on the 12th floor of Novel RiNo in Denver. Nine cocktails, city views, open Wednesday through Sunday from 3 p.m.
- [Denver's Wilde Rides a New Wave With Baja Burritos ](https://diningout.com/global/wilde-denver-baja-breakfast-burritos/): When chef Lydie Lovett first came to Denver she brought fried chicken. Next came the San Diego-style brunch spot Wilde, and now, Baja Burritos.
- [Atlanta Food & Wine Festival 2026: What to Know Before You Go](https://diningout.com/atlanta/atlanta-food-wine-festival-2026-what-to-know-before-you-go/): Now in its 16th year, and its second at the Home Depot Backyard, the Atlanta Food & Wine Festival runs September 10-13. Six hosts will guide six events across four days, four of them stepping into the role for the first time. Author and AJC dining editor Monti Carlo opens the festival Thursday with The
- [10 Best Breakfast Burrito Spots in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/best-breakfast-burrito-denver/): From family restaurants to a barbecue spot to farmers' markets, Denver sings with great breakfast burrito spots.
- [10 Yoga Instructor Approved Places to Eat in NYC](https://diningout.com/new-york/yoga-instructor-approved-places-to-eat-in-nyc/): Where does a yoga instructor like to eat after a class? One of our NYC writers doubles as a yogi and shared her favorite post-workout eats in town.
- [Where to Host a Holiday Party in Atlanta: 13 Restaurants With Private Dining Rooms](https://diningout.com/atlanta/where-to-host-a-holiday-party-in-atlanta-13-restaurants-with-private-dining-rooms/): Atlantans love any excuse to throw a party, and with the holiday season around the corner, now is the time to book a room. The holiday party group chat always starts the same way: “Does anyone know a spot that can actually fit us?” Luckily, Atlanta’s private dining scene has an answer for every version
- [Grilling This Labor Day? Atlanta Butchers Share Their Best Meat-Buying and Grilling Tips](https://diningout.com/atlanta/grilling-this-labor-day-atlanta-butchers-share-their-best-meat-buying-and-grilling-tips/): We're lucky to live in Atlanta, where grilling season runs from the minute the weather starts to warm in April through fall tailgates. Despite the opportunity, most of us still default to sub-par proteins stuffed into a family pack and priced to move at the nearest supermarket. Our grills ( and our taste buds) deserve
- [Which Denver Restaurants Deserve a Michelin Star? Readers Weigh In](https://diningout.com/denver/which-denver-restaurants-deserve-a-michelin-star-readers-weigh-in/): With the Michelin Guide coming to Denver there’s a lot of buzz going around about who should make the list, and Denver diners have plenty to say.
- [Houston’s Latin Restaurant Weeks Returns With New Restaurants and Two Weeks of Specials](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-latin-restaurant-weeks-returns-with-new-restaurants-and-two-weeks-of-specials/): Latin Restaurant Weeks is back, bringing two weeks of specials from restaurants, bakeries, coffee shops, and bars across Houston. The eighth annual event runs September 11 through 25, overlapping with the start of Hispanic Heritage Month and spotlighting Houston’s wide-ranging Latin culinary scene. Participating businesses will offer everything from longtime family recipes to new dishes
- [The Essential Houston Heights Dining Guide: Where to Eat and Drink in the Neighborhood](https://diningout.com/houston/the-ultimate-dining-guide-to-the-heights-one-of-houstons-hottest-food-neighborhoods/): Where to eat and drink in the Houston Heights, from 19th Street to White Oak Drive, whether it's brunch, a quick lunch, cocktails or a big dinner.
- [Chefs for Farmers to Honor Dallas Hospitality Leaders With New Community Impact Awards](https://diningout.com/dallas/chefs-for-farmers-to-honor-dallas-hospitality-leaders-with-new-community-impact-awards/): The NFL had Bill Nunn. MLB had Tony Lucadello, and soccer had Piet de Visser. All were legendary scouts who could spot talent from a mile away. Dallas’ hospitality scene has Iris Midler, founder of Chefs For Farmers, a food and wine festival that brings together top chefs, restaurants, wineries, and culinary talent for a
- [A Guide to the Best Hummus in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/a-guide-to-the-best-hummus-in-denver-2/): Craving hummus? Check out our list of the best places to get your fix in Denver. With a variety of Mediterranean cuisine options, there's something for everyone!
- [First Bite: Chick-fil-A's New Cauliflower Sandwich](https://diningout.com/denver/chick-fil-a-tests-new-cauliflower-sandwich-in-denver/): Chick-fil-A has entered the plant-based game with a new cauliflower sandwich that debuted in three test markets, including Denver. The sandwich is made with a cauliflower filet that is marinated, breaded, pressure-cooked, and served on a buttery bun with two pickle chips. The sandwich is not vegan but is a plant-forward option that aims to cater to the growing demand for meatless options.
- [RARE Steak Championship: A High-Stakes Battle of the Finest Cuts](https://diningout.com/denver/rare-the-denver-steak-championship-a-high-stakes-battle-of-the-finest-cuts/): Chick-fil-A has entered the plant-based game with a new cauliflower sandwich that debuted in three test markets, including Denver. The sandwich is made with a cauliflower filet that is marinated, breaded, pressure-cooked, and served on a buttery bun with two pickle chips. The sandwich is not vegan but is a plant-forward option that aims to cater to the growing demand for meatless options.
- [Celebrate the Love of Dumplings with Mile High Asian Food Week](https://diningout.com/denver/mile-high-asian-food-week/): Dumplings, a staple of Asian cuisine, are just one of the many delicious treats you can enjoy during Mile High Asian Food Week in Denver. Join in on the five-day celebration of AAPI cuisine, culture, and community.
- [7 Ways to Celebrate Galentine's Day](https://diningout.com/denver/7-ways-to-celebrate-galentines-day/): Gals, we’ll quickly address that the dating scene is beyond difficult when it comes to quality these days. Laughing, but in all seriousness, remember to run those background checks on social media groups, CBI, or go as far as hiring a PI. You can never be too safe. As someone who will use any excuse
- [DiningOut’s Designated List of Distilleries](https://diningout.com/denver/diningouts-designated-list-of-distilleries/): From Wine Tastings to Beer Dinners, Crawfish Boils to Whiskey Soirées, Denver's food and drink scene is heating up the depths of winter. Whether you're looking to indulge in the city's vibrant culinary culture or simply raise a glass with friends, this month's lineup of events is not to be missed.
- [First Bite: Hey Kiddo](https://diningout.com/denver/first-bite-hey-kiddo-denver/): Kelly Whitaker's third-floor restaurant at the Asher Hotel on Tennyson, plus the hidden Ok Yeah cocktail bar.
- [Denver Chocolate Shops to visit on Valentine's Day](https://diningout.com/denver/shops-to-visit-on-chocolate-day/): Eight Denver-area chocolate makers worth the trip, from Temper and Stargazer in Denver to Moksha in Boulder and The Chocolate Therapist in Littleton.
- [Tastemaker Takeover: Chef Frank Bonanno](https://diningout.com/denver/diningout-tastemaker-takeover-chef-frank-bonanno/): Chef Frank Bonanno, the king of the Denver culinary scene, is taking over @DiningOutMagazine's Instagram. Follow along for a behind-the-scenes look at his ten food and drink concepts, which include Mizuna, Milk Market, and the iconic El Rancho restaurant, and get ready to feast your eyes on his culinary mastery.
- [Readers Response: Burgers](https://diningout.com/denver/readers-response-burgers/): From the fanciest steakhouses to independent drive-thrus, the classic hamburger stands as a crowd favorite on menus everywhere. Your favorite juicy patty, sauce, toppings, and bun may come to mind as this dish has become a staple in American cuisine. The cheeseburger is even saving lives in restaurant thrillers on the big screen nowadays. With
- [13 Colorado Chefs and Restaurants Named James Beard Semifinalists](https://diningout.com/denver/james-beard-awards-colorado-restaurant-scene/): The James Beard Awards, often referred to as the Oscars of the food world, have once again placed the spotlight on Colorado's top-notch restaurant scene. The foundation recently announced its 2023 semifinalists, and 13 Colorado chefs and restaurants made the cut. It's a testament to the high caliber of our culinary landscape—and it gives us even more reason to celebrate it.
- [Dining Options In and Around Ball Arena](https://diningout.com/denver/dining-options-in-and-around-ball-arena/): Where to eat in and within walking distance of Ball Arena before a Nuggets or Avalanche game, from LoDo steakhouses to hot dog stands inside the arena.
- [A Guide to the Best Hummus in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/a-guide-to-the-best-hummus-in-denver/): Craving hummus? Check out our list of the best places to get your fix in Denver. With a variety of Mediterranean cuisine options, there's something for everyone!
- [Cuffing Season, Best Bars for Singles](https://diningout.com/denver/cuffing-season-best-bars-for-singles/): Ladies and gents, it’s that time of year. Refresh your Bumble profiles, brush off your pick-up lines and start brainstorming which restaurant reservations to book to impress for date night. It’s cuffing season! To help you get a jump start on finding your new boo before Valentine’s Day, we’ve got a list of the best
- [Favorite Hot and Spicy Dishes According to Local Experts](https://diningout.com/denver/favorite-hot-and-spicy-dishes/): Enjoying a great burger with a bed of fries is a classic American pastime, and finding the best burger in Denver is an enormous undertaking. To help us rise to the challenge, we asked our panel of DiningOut Tastemakers to name their favorite burger in Denver. Eighty-eight votes were cast for 54 different restaurants. And now, we’ve got the top results to share with you!
- [Denver's Best Burgers](https://diningout.com/denver/denvers-best-burgers/): Enjoying a great burger with a bed of fries is a classic American pastime, and finding the best burger in Denver is an enormous undertaking. To help us rise to the challenge, we asked our panel of DiningOut Tastemakers to name their favorite burger in Denver. Eighty-eight votes were cast for 54 different restaurants. And now, we’ve got the top results to share with you!
- [Dining Out at The Welton Room](https://diningout.com/denver/dining-out-at-the-welton-room/): Getting There Located at 2590 Welton St., the Welton Room is conveniently located in the vibrant Five Points neighborhood of Denver. Make a transportation plan if you're visiting on a busy Friday or Saturday night. There’s limited street parking, so take an Uber or Lyft and skip the hassle. "No matter where you dine at
- [Pros Share Their Favorite Kitchen Tools](https://diningout.com/denver/pros-share-their-favorite-kitchen-tools/): If you’re a chef, then you know that having the right tools and equipment in your kitchen is essential for crafting delicious recipes. But with so many options out there to choose from, it can be difficult to figure out which items are must-haves. To help simplify the process, we asked some of the top
- [The Korean Hot Dogs Craze is Arriving in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/the-korean-hot-dogs-craze-is-arriving-in-denver/): If you want to jump on the next big food trend, you can’t miss out on Korean Hot Dogs. What makes them different? They’re fried in a sweet rice flour batter that makes them crunchier than what we think of with an American corndog. They also come in a variety of exciting and unexpected toppings.
- [What Restaurants Have the Best Desserts?](https://diningout.com/denver/what-restaurants-have-the-best-desserts/): We recently asked Denver Facebook groups on social Media, “What restaurants have the best desserts?”, and your sweet tooth spoke. Veering away from famously delicious bakeries, we targeted dining establishments around the city where you can enjoy both a full meal and cap it with a decadent final course. Or, maybe you prefer to go straight to
- [DiningOut's EAT Most Popular Articles of 2022](https://diningout.com/denver/diningouts-eat-most-popular-articles-of-2022/): A sweet 16 of Mile High restaurants are vying for the title of “Best Signature Pasta Dish.” Help us judge who moves forward to the Elite 8! The competition is fierce, and these entries are sure to make your mouth water. Warning…you’re going to want to book some reservations! Voting is now open – ready,
- [Favorite Pancakes Around Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/favorite-pancakes-around-denver/): Look, in these winter months, there is nothing better than some good comfort food to start the day. If you’re looking for fluffy, scrumptious pancakes to kick off your morning, get brunch with the gals, or move date night into a different time slot, look no further. Wendell's 3838 Tennyson St, Denver, CO 80212 View
- [3 Pho-nomenal Pho Restaurants in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/3-phenomenal-pho-restaurants-in-denver/): Freezing temps call for slurping some steaming hot pho. With colder months in full swing, we’ve picked our top three favorite spots for Pho. Pho 95 6879 S Vine St #714, Centennial, CO 80122 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Pho 95 (@pho95) In South Denver you’ll find Pho 95, which has
- [5 Cozy Cocktails in and around Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/5-cozy-cocktails-in-and-around-denver/): Denver is bracing for the cold this week, which has us daydreaming about warmth. I’m imagining lounging on a comfy couch with a fuzzy blanket, the fireplace is going, and there is a hot drink in my hand. I automatically envision the warm beverage as hot chocolate topped with whipped cream, but mixologists have been
- [20 Places in Denver to Ring in 2023!](https://diningout.com/denver/20-places-in-denver-to-ring-in-2023/): Decadence 700 14TH ST, DENVER, CO 80202 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Decadence New Year's Eve (@decadencenye) Make it a whole weekend event at the annual two day Decadence electronic music festival December 30 -31. Acts include Griz, Dillon Francis, Tiësto, Trivecta, Flume, and Zeds Dead. Here are some more places
- [Where Can You Get Last Minute Christmas Eve Reservations?](https://diningout.com/denver/where-can-you-get-last-minute-christmas-eve-reservations/): If the holidays got here faster than you expected, and you’re scrambling for your Christmas Eve plans - or you just really, really don’t want to cook another big meal this year - you’re in luck! We’ve rounded up top spots in Denver for a holiday meal that didn’t book a month out. Their menus
- [3 Denver Restaurants That Serve Poutine](https://diningout.com/denver/3-denver-restaurants-that-serve-poutine/): The Pig & The Sprout - A Southern Twist 1900 Chestnut Pl, Denver, CO 80202 View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Pig & The Sprout (@pigandsprout) For the Texas transplants and folks from the south, we’ve got to recommend The Pig & The Sprout. They’ve combined the hearty goodness of this
- [Savory Chestnut Soup Recipe](https://diningout.com/denver/savory-chestnut-soup-recipe/): This soup combines the sweetness and meatiness of the chestnut with earthy mushrooms and sage. Just the right amount of cardamom perfectly accents this soup. It is my hope that you will taste the balance of all the ingredients so that as you take a sip, you notice how the mushroom, sage and spices are
- [Coziest Cocktail Bars for the Winter Chill](https://diningout.com/denver/coziest-cocktail-bars-for-the-winter-chill/): The weather outside is frightful… and a cocktail bar with comforting drinks and a cozy atmosphere can help take the edge of the winter chill. When the snow is falling and the wind is freezing, a cozy bar is a great place to meet up with friends or go on a date. Check out our
- [Last-Minute Local Gift Ideas for Every Type of Home Cook](https://diningout.com/denver/last-minute-local-gift-ideas-for-every-type-of-home-cook/): Holiday shopping can be overwhelming, especially if you’re trying to find a personal gift for each of your friends and family members. But luckily, Denver has a wide variety of local vendors and makers that will surely satisfy even the hardest person to shop for on your list. We’ve compiled some of our top recommendations
- [CUTTING EDGE: The Creative Inspiration Driving Denver’s EDGE Pastry Team](https://diningout.com/denver/foodball-denver-dessert-playoffs/): Q: Jen and Molly, how did you each get your start in pastry making? Molly: I always used to cook with my grandma as a kid, that was one of our favorite things to do together. She still loves to share all of her new recipes with me! That is what really got me interested
- [Where to find a great charcuterie board in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/where-to-find-a-great-charcuterie-board-in-denver/): There’s nothing like a well-done charcuterie board that is pleasing to the eyes and the taste buds. Whether for a girls night out or a romantic evening, take a gander at these top notch charcuterie spots. The Truffle Table 2556 15th St, Denver, CO 80211 View this post on Instagram A post shared by Truffle
- [5 Restaurants Near Meow Wolf](https://diningout.com/denver/5-restaurants-near-meow-wolf/): Over a million “travelers” have voyaged through the immersive and interactive experience of Convergence Station at Meow Wolf. With four alien worlds to encounter, you can expect to spend two to four hours exploring and there’s a good chance hunger will strike during your outing. There is a great counter service option onsite at the
- [Dining Out at Au Feu Brasserie](https://diningout.com/denver/dining-out-at-au-feu-brasserie/): Au Feu Brasserie brings French-Montreal cooking to Washington Park in Denver. What to order, what the room is like, and parking tips before you go.
- [Breakfast with Santa around Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/breakfast-with-santa-around-denver/): Tis the season of magic, joy, and decadent meals with friends and family. During this special time of the year, little eyes twinkle at the thought of Santa and light up while experiencing season favorites, like A Charlie Brown Christmas. In theme with our chilly forecast, the North Pole has come to town so you
- [Best restaurants in Denver to Break Up](https://diningout.com/denver/best-restaurants-in-denver-to-break-up/): There’s no fun way to have “the talk” - ya know, about how it’s time to go your separate ways… But picking the right locale can at least provide you with a quick exit, or even the chance to meet someone new to cozy up with for the holidays. We’ve rounded up our top recommendations
- [5 Spots to “WFCS” (Work From Coffee Shop)](https://diningout.com/denver/5-spots-to-wfcs-work-from-coffee-shop/): Blue Sparrow Coffee Where better to work than a place with good vibes and readily available caffeination? In this new age of remote work, coffee shops are a place for more than just artists and writers to work from. But, there is nothing worse than getting to your spot and realizing they have no WiFi
- [3 Favorite Spots for Dumplings in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/3-favorite-spots-for-dumplings-in-denver/): Dumplings have become extremely popular across the world. In Asian cuisines dumplings are delicate, bite-sized treats that contain many different fillings. They are wrapped in a thin layer of dough and can be both savory and sweet, boiled, steamed or fried. No matter which way they are prepared, dumplings are a favorite both here in
- [Even More Holiday Bars Popping Up in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-holiday-pop-up-bars-2022/): Drink in some festive cheer at these holiday-themed pop-up bars and lounges in Denver and beyond.
- [The Key Ingredients to a Great First Date](https://diningout.com/denver/one-of-the-key-ingredients-to-a-great-first-date/): What are the key ingredients to a great first date in Denver? When it comes to dating in Denver, an amazing meal is key. Whether you're looking for a date that lets you get hands on with your dishes, or a dinner that has a great flight of drinks to pair with it, we have
- [Where in Denver is the Best Dinner and a Show?](https://diningout.com/denver/where-in-denver-is-the-best-dinner-and-a-show/): If you’re looking for another way to elevate your dining experiences, Denver has much to offer with spots that provide both dinner and a show. We’ve rounded up a few spots that serve up incredible food, drinks and entertainment. Nocturne 1330 27th Street Denver, CO 80205 View this post on Instagram A post shared by
- [Your Guide to our Favorite Restaurants Serving Small Plates in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/favorite-restaurants-serving-small-plates/): Why commit to one plate when you can have a dozen? These local restaurants are serving up small plates that allow you to try the scope of the menu, satiating your whole palate. Order some of your favorite dishes and try a few that feel more adventurous. The restaurants below are sure to knock each
- [Colorado Beers to Pair with Thanksgiving](https://diningout.com/denver/colorado-beers-to-pair-with-thanksgiving/): With Thanksgiving coming up, we’re thinking about drink pairings that will elevate a grand meal around the table. Colorado beer, with its bold, hoppy or malty flavors, make excellent pairings for the holiday feast.
- [5 Heart Healthy Restaurants In Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/5-heart-healthy-restaurants-in-denver/): It’s not always easy to make the healthiest dining choices when faced with a menu full of enticing, indulgent dishes that taste oh-so-good. Luckily, Denver has some wonderful healthy dining options—no surprise there, given the city is consistently ranked as one of the healthiest cities in the country—where it’s easy to eat healthy while dining
- [5 Denver Bagel Sandwich Favorites](https://diningout.com/denver/5-denver-bagel-sandwich-favorites/): What is it about a bagel sandwich that just makes mornings a little brighter? The chewy dough, the crackly crust, the eggy, cheesy, meaty mashup warming you from within: there’s so very much to love. And we’d love to have one right now. Luckily for us, there are a lot of top-notch bagel shops in
- [3 Spots for Chicken Soup in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/3-spots-for-chicken-soup-in-denver/): Cold and flu season arrived in Denver early this year and it’s shaping up to be a doozy. While science isn’t strong enough to confirm with certainty that chicken soup is truly a miracle cure in a bowl, we can all attest that it sure can feel like one when we’re sick. Some research suggests
- [First Bite: Koko Ni](https://diningout.com/denver/first-bite-koko-ni/): The new Koko Ni, a farm-driven Omakase-style restaurant in Denver by Top Chef winner Paul Qui
- [Where can I go for Thanksgiving in Denver?](https://diningout.com/denver/where-can-i-go-for-thanksgiving-in-denver/): The holidays are upon us, and so is the pressure of contributing to savory celebratory meals. Save yourself from kitchen stress of the turkey, pie, or the entire meal! We have done the legwork to provide you with options for dining out and/or takeout. Where can I go for Thanksgiving in Denver? Here are forty
- [Kitchen Must-Haves From the Pros](https://diningout.com/denver/kitchen-must-haves-from-the-pros/): “The small tool that I could not go without is my lame (pronounced “lahm”). I use it to score every loaf of sourdough bread I bake. Every loaf that leaves the bakery is adorned with a signature pattern depending on its flavor. The traditional sourdough has three wheat stalks. [I make] a flower for rosemary
- [What's On the Menu This November in the Denver Area](https://diningout.com/denver/on-the-menu-this-november/): Even though we're in the thick of autumn, there are plenty of restaurants and events in the Denver area that are serving up dishes that are perfect for fall. From savory to sweet, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you're looking for a cozy spot to escape the cold or an exciting new restaurant
- [Menu Makers with Chef Daniel Asher](https://diningout.com/denver/menu-makers-with-chef-daniel-asher/): “When you break it down and pull out all of the elements, it’s actually quite simple,” he explained. Chef Daniel Asher True to his word, the ingredient list isn’t long and all of the elements can be found locally - or even homemade, like the ricotta. While you can opt for ricotta from your local
- [The Heat Is On](https://diningout.com/denver/the-heat-is-on/): Summer is the season of spice, and there’s no shortage of ways to turn up the heat behind the bar: infused spirits, spicy liqueurs, a peppered rim, or a variety of fresh chiles. But the real secret to a successful spicy cocktail is balance. So how do you make a deliciously heat-packed beverage without scorching
- [Crib Sheet: Sick Day](https://diningout.com/denver/crib-sheet-sick-day/): Colorado law requires all employers (regardless of the number of employees) to provide paid sick leave (PSL). Workers are entitled to at least one hour of PSL for every 30 hours worked, up to 48 hours per year. Employers can, but are not required to, offer more than 48 hours of PSL per year. There
- [Fact and Fiction: Whiskey](https://diningout.com/denver/fact-and-fiction-whiskey/): Think you’re a whiskey know-it-all? Let’s put your knowledge to the test. We researched the most common whiskey myths and brought in Ryan Negley, self-proclaimed “whiskey fellow” and brand manager for Boulder Spirits by Vapor Distillery, to give these fallacies some context. Contrary to popular belief, whiskey’s color isn’t always natural. Negley says: It's incredibly
- [Mental Health Matters](https://diningout.com/denver/mental-health-matters/): Work hard. Play hard. Repeat. There’s a lot of fun and rewarding opportunities to be had in our industry, but there are also long shifts, physical demands, at-times unruly guests, and late nights, which can lead to unhealthy habits and substance misuse. Add pandemic troubles that came with shutdowns, labor shortages, mask mandates, and contagious
- [Legal Advice: Emotional-Support Animals](https://diningout.com/denver/legal-advice-emotional-support-animals/): Q: “Are businesses required to accommodate emotional-support animals the same way they would other types of service animals?” A: “From the 10,000-foot overview, the answer is no. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) distinguishes between emotional-support animals and other service animals. There’s a very specific definition in the ADA of what a service animal is.
- [Change in the Brewing Industry Is a Work in Progress](https://diningout.com/denver/change-in-the-brewing-industry-is-a-work-in-progress/): About a year ago, women of the brewing world took their peers and their industry to task for misogyny, sexism, and harassment. While women in brewing and beyond have long struggled with the systemic juggernaut that is the patriarchy, one brewer put the industry under a microscope. Brienne Allan, then production manager at Notch Brewing
- [What's up With Touchless Ordering After COVID?](https://diningout.com/denver/whats-up-with-touchless-ordering-after-covid/): Shortly after the world shut down in 2020, Kimbal Musk, CEO and co-founder of the Kitchen American Bistro and ND Streetbar (formerly the Kitchen Next Door), launched an online ordering app. He certainly wasn’t the only restaurateur to pivot to touchless technology, but Musk was one of the first to create a bespoke app. The
- [Stowaway's Crullers Stand out From the Doughnut Crowd](https://diningout.com/denver/stowaways-crullers-stand-out-from-the-doughnut-crowd/): There are doughnuts and then there are French crullers. The glorious rings are piped pâte à choux—essentially an éclair dough—that puff and crisp up when fried. You can find them at doughnut shops, but for the best we’ve tasted, head to Stowaway Kitchen in RiNo. But first, check the cafe’s Instagram for advance notice—it usually
- [Mythbusters: Mezcal Edition](https://diningout.com/denver/mythbusters-mezcal-edition/): The U.S. surpassed Mexico to become the world’s largest market for mezcal in 2019, according to the Los Angeles Times. That same year, Drizly reported a 600 percent jump in mezcal sales stateside. So what do you need to know about sipping and serving mezcal? We asked Brian Smith, a spirits specialist for Denver’s Classic
- [The Twist: The Rum Old Fashioned](https://diningout.com/denver/the-twist-the-rum-old-fashioned/): Some mixologists might argue that rum gets the shaft—too often being used only in overly sweet beach beverages and neon tiki drinks. Instead, consider it in an Old Fashioned. “We believe the Old Fashioned, in its various forms, is one of the best cocktails to showcase high-quality premium dark spirits,” says Karen Hoskin, owner and
- [Your Food Photos Need Work. Here's Help.](https://diningout.com/denver/your-food-photos-need-work-heres-help/): You’ve got ‘em and we’ve all seen ‘em—food photos with terrible lighting and awful presentation. Whatever’s on the plate or in the glass, well, let’s just say it doesn’t sing. Even if your photo needs don’t surpass Instagram, your dishes, cocktails, and your business all deserve better. Jennifer Olson, one of Colorado’s best food photographers,
- [Kitchen Culture Q&A: Francisco Quintana](https://diningout.com/denver/kitchen-culture-qa-francisco-quintana/): It’s no secret that a restaurant is the sum of its parts and that often, those in the ranks don’t receive enough recognition. For this series, we’re on a mission to find the industry’s true unsung heroes. Francisco Quintana isn’t afraid of hard work. “It’s like that Richard Branson quote—say yes and then learn when you
- [Whip It: The Many Methods of Frothing Your Cocktail](https://diningout.com/denver/whip-it-the-many-methods-of-frothing-your-cocktail/): The use of egg whites to add rich texture and creamy foam to a libation dates back centuries, but its popularity appears to have spiked in the mid- to late-1800s with the invention of the Whiskey Sour and the Ramos Gin Fizz. (Lore says the original Fizz recipe called for a cramp-inducing 12-minute shake.) Throughout
- [Colorado Bar Experts Find the Silver Lining](https://diningout.com/denver/colorado-bar-experts-find-the-silver-lining/): When the pandemic shut the world down in 2020, it triggered a shock wave of global supply chain issues that we’re still dealing with today. With ports closed and manufacturers short-staffed for months on end, bartenders struggled to get their hands on everything from spirits, liqueurs, garnishes, and fresh fruits to glass, paper products, and
- [Drink Your Veggies—in Your Cocktail](https://diningout.com/denver/drink-your-veggies-in-your-cocktail/): Fruits are everywhere you look behind the bar—in cocktails, wines, beers, and garnishes. But why is it that we rarely see leafy greens or rich root veggies represented in our glasses? “Fruit in cocktails is more approachable to the public than vegetables,” says Patrick Murphy, general manager of Rootstalk in Breckenridge. It’s as simple as
- [The Secrets of Soju](https://diningout.com/denver/the-secrets-of-soju/): Soju, the national drink of Korea, is one of the best-selling spirits in the world. In 2020, big-name soju brand Jinro sold more than 95 million cases, according to Drinks International. So what should we know about soju? “It’s very dangerous,” laughs chief operating officer of Mono Mono Korean Fried Chicken, Rose Lee. “It’s sweet
- [First Sip Debuts in Boulder](https://diningout.com/denver/first-sip-debuts-in-boulder/): Jessica Benjamin remembers exactly when the idea for First Sip arose: "Ironically, it was dreamed up about two years ago," says the owner and executive producer of First Bite, Boulder's restaurant week-esque dining event. "It was one of the last meet-your-girlfriend-at-the-bar nights before the pandemic." Over drinks, Benjamin and buddy Rachael Caraluzzi (who is now
- [Sky High Farming in the Mile High City](https://diningout.com/denver/sky-high-farming-in-the-mile-high-city/): Colorado's growing season is notoriously short—at least when you're growing outdoors and subject to the whims of vast temperature swings, cold nights, devastating hail, and, of course, persistent drought. Hydroponic farming, or farming done without soil, definitely isn't new in the Mile High (or anywhere else in our state). But its association with weed is
- [Quick Quotes (and One Hot Take)](https://diningout.com/denver/quick-quotes-and-one-hot-take/): Sometimes the best quotes stand alone. Here are a few from hospitality professionals we interviewed that didn’t make it into recent stories but have stuck with us—and are too good to stay on the cutting-room floor. On keeping (and losing) staff during shutdowns..."When the pandemic hit, I let everyone live on unemployment and did a
- [Stem Ciders Now Owns Post Brewing's Howdy Beer](https://diningout.com/denver/stem-ciders-now-owns-post-brewings-howdy-beer/): Howdy, y'all. That's what Dave Duffy, chief commercial officer at Stem Ciders, hopes drinkers will be ordering this summer. The Colorado company has been one of the state's major cider players since it opened in 2014, when Denver drinkers were in the thick of a cocktail craze in a state that had always been known
- [Kitchen Culture Q&A: Andrea Murdoch](https://diningout.com/denver/kitchen-culture-qa-andrea-murdoch/): It’s no secret that a restaurant is the sum of its parts and that often, those in the ranks don’t receive enough recognition. For this series, we’re on a mission to find the industry’s true unsung heroes—help us by nominating one of yours at askus@diningout.com. Andrea Murdoch, chef-owner of Arvada-based Four Directions Cuisine LLC, was
- [IDing Your Guests Has Gone Digital](https://diningout.com/denver/iding-your-guests-has-gone-digital/): In 2018, IBM conducted a study examining the personal security habits of younger generations. The results, perhaps not surprisingly, indicated that when given the choice, millennials and those under 34 almost always choose tech and speed over anything else. This data almost certainly was taken into account when Governor Jared Polis announced that as of
- [Yay or Nay on "Agave-Influenced" Spirits?](https://diningout.com/denver/yay-or-nay-on-agave-influenced-spirits/): What to make of agave distilled into vodka or gin or whiskey? We asked Palenque bar manager Tony White. (Psst, he’s not a fan.) Q: Is this trend a flash in the pan or innovative genius? A: "At Palenque, we’re proud purveyors of traditional mezcales—the classic agave spirit category which encompasses tequila, mezcal, raicilla, sotol,
- [Helping Hands: Wildfire Relief and Resources](https://diningout.com/denver/helping-hands-wildfire-relief-and-resources/): December 30, 2021: We were on the cusp of what everyone hoped would be a fresh start in the new year. Then wildfires ripped through Boulder County, destroying 1,000 buildings and leaving two people dead. On the heels of an already traumatic two years, it could easily be the final straw for beleaguered victims. But
- [You Are What You Eat: Brunch Edition](https://diningout.com/denver/you-are-what-you-eat-brunch-edition/): Denver’s brunch game is strong. So, are you Team Sweet or Team Savory? We polled our Instagram followers, and the result is overwhelming: You're a salty bunch. And see what a pair of Denver restaurant owners have to say about their favorite brunches in the Mile High City. Talk to us! Email your experiences (and
- [Should I Stay or Should I Go?](https://diningout.com/denver/should-i-stay-or-should-i-go/): The bar and restaurant industry continues to undergo seismic shifts on the heels of a brutal two years of pandemic restrictions. One of those shifts is the exodus of hospitality employees in favor of other fields and jobs. There are approximately a billion and one factors driving this desertion (and no real consensus about the
- [Cattivella's Elise Wiggins Has Big Plans for Brunch (and Beyond)](https://diningout.com/denver/cattivellas-elise-wiggins-has-big-plans-for-brunch-and-beyond/): "I had one too many seltzers one night," begins Elise Wiggins. While the chef and owner of Denver's Cattivella had already captured our attention (and heart) with vivid descriptions of her upcoming brunch menu, we perked up even more at that. "I called my sister and I said, 'Will you watch the dogs if I
- [Baijiu Basics](https://diningout.com/denver/baijiu-basics/): Did you know there’s more baijiu produced each year than vodka and whiskey combined? Baijiu, pronounced “bye-j’yo,” is a Chinese spirit distilled primarily from fermented sorghum, though other grains like wheat, barley, or millet may also be used. Wheat or steamed rice are typically used in the starter culture, which is a solid-state fermentation performed
- [Galaxy Quest Cocktail Recipe Stars Baijiu](https://diningout.com/denver/galaxy-quest-cocktail-recipe-stars-baijiu/): So you've heard about baijiu! That's a great first step, particularly in Denver, where it's difficult to get your hands on the Chinese spirit. Now try your hand at using it in a cocktail. Băo Brewhouse shares the recipe for Galaxy Quest, a cocktail incorporating a healthy pour of baijiu and green Chartreuse. Galaxy Quest
- [Do NFTs Have a Place in the Hospitality World?](https://diningout.com/denver/do-nfts-have-a-place-in-the-hospitality-world/): It would take more space than we have in DIningOut (not to mention in our brains) to exhaustively define what, exactly, a non-fungible token (NFT) is. But essentially, it’s a digital asset purchased with cryptocurrency like Ethereum. News about the world’s first “NFT restaurant,” New York City’s Flyfish Club, has made waves. Add digital marketplaces
- [The Rise of Flavored Spirits](https://diningout.com/denver/the-rise-of-flavored-spirits/): The last year showed an uptick in the release of flavored spirits with relatively normal combos like Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey and Crown Royal Peach to out-there blends like Oreo-flavored red wine and Arby’s French-fry vodka. There’s clearly a glut of flavored products (which isn’t necessarily a good thing), but one spirit has found its
- [The Black Hole of Restaurant Gift Cards](https://diningout.com/denver/the-black-hole-of-restaurant-gift-cards/): All those annoying gift cards you sell? There’s a very good chance they’ll never be redeemed. Bankrate, a New York City-based consumer financial services company, reports that 51 percent of gift cards (to the tune of $15.3 billion dollars or $116 per American) gather dust or simply disappear. And get this: According to a Paytronix
- [Is Restaurant Week Worth the Squeeze?](https://diningout.com/denver/is-restaurant-week-worth-the-squeeze/): When Visit Denver debuted Denver Restaurant Week in 2003, “the dining scene wasn’t nearly as strong as it is today,” says Justin Bresler, the organization’s vice president of marketing. And so the tourism group started the event to provide additional revenue for food establishments during the post-holiday lull and to champion the quality of the
- [Tastes Like the Beach: Rum 201](https://diningout.com/denver/tastes-like-the-beach-rum-201/): Josh Duncan, Adrift’s general manager and bar manager, parses the difference between rhum agricole and other cane-sugar juice spirits. (And he offers a cocktail recipe to boot.) Q: What is the difference in the drinking experience for the consumer? A: That will depend mostly on the sugarcane itself, and the steps in production of the
- [Rhum Agricole Stars in Calypso's Curse](https://diningout.com/denver/rhum-agricole-stars-in-calypsos-curse/): Josh Duncan, Adrift’s general manager and bar manager, shares a cocktail recipe utilizing rhum agricole below, and parses the difference between that and other cane-sugar juice spirits to boot. Ingredients 1 ounce Wray and Nephew White Overproof Rum 1 ounce La Favorite Coeur de Canne (or any white rhum agricole from Martinique) 1 ounce fresh
- [Navigating the Sticky Web of Liquor Licenses](https://diningout.com/denver/navigating-the-sticky-web-of-liquor-licenses/): In the hospitality world, liquor licensing is always a hot topic. With constant changes, common consumption areas, and a wide variety of local, state, and federal licensing matters, there is always more to know and learn. Many operators (and soon-to-be operators) have questions about obtaining a liquor license. First, it’s important to understand the licensing
- [Sage Restaurant Concepts Predicts What's to Come](https://diningout.com/denver/sage-restaurant-concepts-predicts-whats-to-come/): Execs at the restaurant group behind Poka Lola Social Club, the legendary Cruise Room and Urban Farmer (both located in the Oxford Hotel), among others, predict what's new (and what's sticking around). Comfort is where it’s at… “When dining al fresco, guests naturally prefer to be under an umbrella on a hot day and near
- [The Pour: Strongwater Mixers](https://diningout.com/denver/the-pour-strongwater-mixers/): Made with medicinal herbs, Strongwater’s health-conscious sparkling mixers live up to the company’s motto: Heal the soul and spruce the cocktail. “‘Strongwater’ is the original name for botanically-infused alcohol served at apothecaries known as ‘strongwater shops,’” says founder Nicholas Andresen. “Our products are made Old World-style, with whole-plant infusions.” As an added bonus, USA Today
- [Pros Dish on Their Favorite Kitchen Tools](https://diningout.com/denver/pros-dish-on-their-favorite-kitchen-tools/): “I think the most fun and unique tool I have is something that I believe [brewer Charles McManus, see below] created about five years ago. It’s a stick. But it’s a long stick with lines cut into it, and each line represents a barrel (31 gallons). It is how we check the amount of liquid
- [Quick Quotes from Hospitality Pros](https://diningout.com/denver/quick-quotes-from-hospitality-pros/): Sometimes the best quotes stand alone. Here are a few from hospitality professionals we interviewed that didn’t make it into recent stories but have stuck with us—and are too good to stay on the cutting-room floor. On doing the most..."I have always been a big proponent keep it simple, stupid. We got to the point
- [Helping Hand](https://diningout.com/denver/helping-hand/): According to recent surveys from the Colorado Restaurant Association, 90 percent of Colorado restaurants are operating without enough staff. Analysts estimate it could take three to five years for the industry to fully recover. In an attempt to stay afloat until then, restaurants and bars are searching for creative ways to meet customer demand with
- [Higher and Higher](https://diningout.com/denver/higher-and-higher/): As part of a discussion during Food & Wine’s American Express Restaurant Trade program, Brian Canlis, co-owner of Seattle’s legendary Canlis restaurant, spoke out about menu prices post-shutdown. “We were too cheap before,” he says, despite having a pre-COVID, four-course menu that began at $145. “The whole world needs to spend more money [on food].
- [That's Some Good S!#%: Biodynamic Farming at One Colorado Vineyard](https://diningout.com/denver/thats-some-good-s-biodynamic-farming-at-one-colorado-vineyard/): Lance Hanson, founder of Jack Rabbit Hill Farm in Hotchkiss, believes more winemakers should operate animal-powered vineyards: “Biodynamic farming is a regenerative farming standard that was founded in 1924 in southern Germany by Rudolf Steiner,” says Hanson. “One of the cornerstones of a biodynamic farm is the presence of livestock. On-farm livestock manure is essential
- [Kitchen Culture Q&A: Reinaldo Cerceda](https://diningout.com/denver/kitchen-culture-qa-reinaldo-cerceda/): It’s no secret that a restaurant is the sum of its parts and that often, those in the ranks don’t receive enough recognition. In our Kitchen Culture Q&A series, we’re on a mission to find the industry’s true unsung heroes—help us by nominating one of yours at askus@diningout.com. Reinaldo Cerceda was born in Zacatecas, a
- [Kitchen Culture Q&A: Reinaldo Cerceda en Español](https://diningout.com/denver/kitchen-culture-qa-reinaldo-cerceda-en-espanol/): No es un secreto que un restaurante es la suma de sus partes y a menudo los trabajadores no reciben suficiente reconocimiento. En esta serie, nuestra misión es encontrar a los verdaderos héroes en la industria. Puede ayudar por nombrar un heró en askus@diningout.com. Reinaldo Cerceda nació en Zacatecas, un estado en el centro-norte de
- [What’s Next for Liquor-Law Enforcement](https://diningout.com/denver/whats-next-for-liquor-law-enforcement/): Carrie Savage, owner of Grandpa’s Cafe in Berthoud, was driving when she got a call from her manager last December 11. An officer from Colorado’s Liquor Enforcement Division (LED) was on site, serving her with notice of her liquor license suspension. Savage, who has operated the cafe since 2007, admits her business has failed compliance checks in the
- [Hard to Get](https://diningout.com/denver/hard-to-get-2/): Here’s what bakers and barbecuers around Colorado are swapping out: “Honestly, right now meat has been so expensive and scarce that I’ve been steering more towards vegetable-focused dishes for my clients. It’s allowed me to not only be more creative, but to cook in a more sustainable way.” —Camille Shoemaker, private chef and pastry chef at Mountain
- [You Are What You Eat](https://diningout.com/denver/you-are-what-you-eat/): For help putting your plans into action, take a look at our list of ten great plant-based dishes around Denver according to the owners of Somebody People.
- [Shaking It up With New Technology in Bars](https://diningout.com/denver/shaking-it-up-with-new-technology-in-bars/): The word “technology” means “the application of scientific knowledge for practical purposes, especially in industry.” Ask any busy bartender what his or her dream is, and undoubtedly they’ll say they would give anything for a second pair of hands. This was the thought Ty Fulcher, of the 23-seat Social in Fort Collins, had when he visited his
- [Mountain Elixirs: Better Bitters](https://diningout.com/denver/mountain-elixirs-better-bitters/): A drop at a time, hemp-derived cannabidiol (better known as CBD) has made its mark in recent years. CBD’s sedative qualities have the power to help us chill—and boy, have we needed that. It’s no wonder that infusions of the stuff are available in the form of just about anything you can consume. One area
- [Crib Sheet: Tip Pooling](https://diningout.com/denver/crib-sheet-tip-pooling/): As labor and employment attorneys for Messner Reeves, LLP, we regularly field calls from operators about tip pooling and service charges—no surprise, since the rules governing these pay models are snarled. If you’re considering shifting your pay model, or have already implemented pooling or service charges, know that you have some legal obligations. A Primer on
- [Where to Start When It Feels Like the World Is Ending](https://diningout.com/denver/where-to-start-when-it-feels-like-the-world-is-ending/): The world isn’t ending. Or, wait…COVID cases are up; maybe it is. But yesterday was great; things are going to be fine. Or are they? Feel like you’re on a roller coaster? Us too. Stress, sadness, anxiety, and anger are normal emotions. But when they pop up suddenly with enough intensity to give you whiplash
- [What’s New (and What’s Gone) in the Denver Dining Scene](https://diningout.com/denver/august-2026-whats-new-and-whats-gone-in-the-denver-dining-scene/): Thanks to August, there are even more baked goods on the scene, Boulder gets a sure-to-be banger Chinese restaurant, and Denver is blowing up with new concepts.
- [Which Houston Restaurants Deserve Michelin Stars? DiningOut Readers Have 71 Different Answers](https://diningout.com/houston/which-houston-restaurants-deserve-michelin-stars-diningout-readers-have-71-different-answers/): Ask Houstonians which restaurant deserves a Michelin Star, and you might want to clear your schedule. The answers range from polished tasting-menu destinations to barbecue joints, neighborhood institutions, and restaurants that some diners argue have no business being in the Michelin conversation at all. And then there are the people who question why Houston should
- [Beyond the Beef: Little Alley Steak’s Seafood Menu Deserves a Moment in the Spotlight](https://diningout.com/atlanta/beyond-the-beef-little-alley-steaks-seafood-menu-deserves-a-moment-in-the-spotlight/): At Little Alley Steak’s Buckhead location, a diner orders a halibut special for the table. Minutes later, the plates are picked clean—not the expected outcome at a restaurant that’s built its name on custom-cut and aged Black Angus beef. That meat-forward reputation is well-earned across all three Atlanta-area locations—Buckhead, Roswell, and the newly opened Alpharetta
- [SusieCakes Pays Tribute to Dolly Parton With Limited-Time Cupcakes Benefiting Imagination Library](https://diningout.com/dallas/susiecakes-pays-tribute-to-dolly-parton-with-limited-time-cupcakes-benefiting-imagination-library/): SusieCakes is bringing a little Dolly Parton sparkle to Dallas this month, complete with pink buttercream, butterflies, and a charitable tie-in. The bakery has launched Dolly’s Decorated Cupcakes, a limited-time four-pack inspired by the country music icon, who died last month. Available through Sunday, September 13, the cupcakes benefit Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, the book-gifting
- [Recipe: Make Rusty Taco's Nachos For Three at Home](https://diningout.com/phoenix/recipe-make-rusty-tacos-nachos-for-three-at-home/): Make the addictive nachos from Rusty Taco right at home. The 16-year-old fast-casual chain shared the recipe for the dish, which goest great with tacos.
- [5 Hot New NYC Bar & Restaurant Openings to Know About This Week](https://diningout.com/new-york/nyc-bar-restaurant-openings-september2-2026/): Burgers are coming in hot this week in New York openings, and there's a good bar launch too. We're even including a very green tennis pop-up to seek out.
- [Inside Pataaka, Atlanta’s Modern Indian Restaurant Near Georgia Tech](https://diningout.com/atlanta/inside-pataaka-atlantas-modern-indian-restaurant-near-georgia-tech/): Pataaka is chef Anish Nair's modern Indian restaurant near Georgia Tech in Atlanta. What's on the menu and what the dining room feels like.
- [Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/phoenix/plate-full-of-phoenix-news-bites-september2-2026/): This week in Phoenix hospitality news, bees make the menu at a local hotel, fantasy football is gearing up, and restaurants are giving back.
- [20 Of the Best Cocktail Bars in and Near Denver ](https://diningout.com/denver/best-cocktail-bars-in-and-near-denver/): The Denver area has tons of great cocktail bars, from themed spaces to tiki haute to classic tipples, find your next favorite watering hole here.
- [The Dallas Foodie’s Guide to September: 8 Events You Don’t Want to Miss](https://diningout.com/dallas/the-dallas-foodies-guide-to-september-8-events-you-dont-want-to-miss/): It’s fall, y’all. Football is back, school is in session, and September is ushering in one of the busiest—and most delicious—times of the year. As the leaves begin to turn and the air gets a little crisper, Dallas’ culinary calendar is filling up with events that will have feet stomping, mouths watering, and hearts warming.
- [Steaks, Caviar, and Chicken Nuggets: Parkwood American Grille Opens in Friendswood](https://diningout.com/houston/steaks-caviar-and-chicken-nuggets-parkwood-american-grille-opens-in-friendswood/): Parkwood American Grille is open at 2131 W. Parkwood Ave. in Friendswood, with dry-aged steaks, Gulf seafood, caviar-topped snacks and cocktails.
- [A Fantastic Peach Cocktail To Make Right Now](https://diningout.com/denver/stranahan-peach-cocktails-recipe/): Taste of a Colorado summer with this easy-to-make cocktail from Stranahan's Distillery and Devin Ershow, head bartender and co-founder American Mash & Grain.
- [Soda Club Brings a Triple Threat to Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/soda-club-opens-denver-rino/): Soda Club, the Michelin Bib Gourmand-winning New York spot, comes to RiNo's Ramble Hotel with pasta, natural wine and plant-based plates.
- [Bar Bludorn The Woodlands Sets September Opening Date](https://diningout.com/houston/bar-bludorn-the-woodlands-sets-september-opening-date/): One of Houston’s most prominent restaurant groups is planting a flag in the Woodlands. Bar Bludorn the Woodlands will open Saturday, September 26 at 25 Waterway Avenue, marking both the first expansion of the group’s neighborhood tavern concept and its first restaurant outside of central Houston. The Woodlands outpost follows the original Bar Bludorn, which
- [The Best Irish Pubs in Houston for Guinness, Live Music, and a Proper Pint](https://diningout.com/houston/the-best-irish-pubs-in-houston-for-guinness-live-music-and-a-proper-pint/): Americans have long embraced Irish pub culture, whether they have Hibernian genes or not. We admire the Irish gift of gab, even if some of it is blarney, and it often flows more freely after a pint of beer or two. The pub culture of the Emerald Isle arrived stateside with the waves of Irish
- [Table for One: The Best Houston Restaurants for Solo Dining](https://diningout.com/houston/table-for-one-the-best-houston-restaurants-for-solo-dining/): While many of us call up a friend for lunch or save special restaurants for dinners with family, sometimes it’s nice to enjoy a meal by yourself, free from distraction. Dining alone might be by choice, or maybe you just need a quick lunch. What you don’t need is a sad table by the restrooms
- [Houston’s Tiniest Restaurant Bars Have Some of the City’s Most Coveted Seats](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-tiniest-restaurant-bars-have-some-of-the-citys-most-coveted-seats/): Houston has plenty of buzzy restaurants and lively nightclubs, but sometimes, a more intimate experience is just what you’re looking for. Whether it’s a romantic date night or a cocktail on your own, settling into a small bar with a friendly bartender can offer a welcome escape from the stresses of daily life. There’s something
- [Plate Full of Denver News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-news-bites-august21-2026/): Birthdays, new brunch items, and solid Italian food at the football stadium, this week’s restaurant, chef, and bar news in Denver is stacked with tasty things.
- [Dallas’ Plate Full of News: Élephante Opens, Al Biernat’s Heads to Fort Worth, State Fair Food Winners, and More](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-plate-full-of-news-elephante-opens-al-biernats-heads-to-fort-worth-state-fair-food-winners-and-more/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Dallas' restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here's everything you need to know about the city's dining scene this week. The 411 Élephante officially opens Tuesday, September 1 at 2701 Maple
- [Atlanta’s Plate Full of News: Pataaka and Spina Pizza Open, Atlanta Food & Wine Festival Returns, and More](https://diningout.com/atlanta/atlantas-plate-full-of-news-pataaka-and-spina-pizza-open-atlanta-food-wine-festival-returns-and-more/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Atlanta's restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here's everything you need to know about the city's dining scene this week. The 411 Chef Anish Nair’s Pataaka opened on Saturday, August 22,
- [Go Beyond Phở With the Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/best-vietnamese-restaurants-denver/): Craving pho, gỏi cuốn, bánh mi, bún chả, and other Vietnamese dishes? Denver and the surrounding areas have plenty of great options to explore.
- [Houston’s Plate Full of News: Texas Cocktail Week Returns, 3 New Handies Douzo Locations, Cold Noodle Club Pop-ups, and More](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-plate-full-of-news-texas-cocktail-week-returns-3-new-handies-douzo-locations-cold-noodle-club-pop-ups-and-more/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Houston restaurant, bar and culinary news. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts and industry updates, here's everything happening in Houston's dining scene this week. The 411 Duckstache Hospitality is giving Houstonians three more places to get their hand roll
- [Dining Out with Chef Joey Maggiore of The Maggiore Group](https://diningout.com/phoenix/dining-out-with-chef-joey-maggiore-of-the-maggiore-group-phoenix-arizona/): Chef Joey Maggiore of The Maggiore Group runs some of the best restaurants in Phoenix. Lucky us, he sat down to shared his favorite spots to dine in the Valley.
- [Red Velvet Recipes Bakes Cakes With a Side of Family Love](https://diningout.com/phoenix/red-velvet-recipes-phoenix-cake/): Red Velvet Recipes in Phoenix was born when Myesha Harris turned her grandmother’s 75-year-old recipe and a 1940s South Central house into a bakery.
- [Discover the Best Vietnamese Restaurants in NYC](https://diningout.com/new-york/best-vietnamese-restaurants-nyc/): The best Vietnamese restaurants in New York City, from pho and bánh mì spots to places serving the Northern Vietnamese cooking that's newer here.
- [NYC Starter Pack: The Best Dumplings Below 14th Street](https://diningout.com/new-york/nyc-starter-pack-best-dumplings-below-14th-street/): NYC is home to momos, potstickers, pierogies, manti, and so many more dumpling varieties. Here are ones to snack on first in lower Manhattan.
- [The Essential Guide to Houston’s Best Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurants](https://diningout.com/houston/the-essential-guide-to-houstons-best-vegan-and-vegetarian-restaurants/): It’s no secret that Houston has some of the best steakhouses and barbecue restaurants in the country, but not everyone craves a smoked rack of ribs or a juicy New York strip. Many prefer taking the vegetarian or vegan route when dining out, whether it be for health or religious reasons, or simply making an
- [All You Need to Know About La Plaza Colorado in Aurora](https://diningout.com/denver/all-you-need-to-know-about-la-plaza-colorado-in-aurora/): La Plaza Colorado at 15200 E. Colfax Ave. in Aurora is a Latin marketplace with a grocery store, dozens of vendors and 24 food-hall kitchens.
- [Dining Out in NYC With Chef Ed Cotton](https://diningout.com/new-york/dining-out-in-nyc-with-chef-ed-cotton/): Chef Ed Cotton just opened his third Manhattan restaurant, The Derby Club. Here are his favorite places to eat and drink all around NYC.
- [Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/phoenix/plate-full-of-phoenix-news-bites-july29/): We’re ending July with a bang of news. Think charity events, surprising restaurant openings and closings, and last-hurrah summer deals you won’t want to miss.
- [The Best Stargazing at the 2026 Southwest Michelin Guide Awards](https://diningout.com/phoenix/2026-michelin-awards-phoenix-arizona/): The 2026 Michelin Guide didn’t award any stars to Arizona restaurants, but we still received plenty of recognition and Phoenix got some glory.
- [Meet the 2026 Winners of Chicken Fight! Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/meet-the-2026-winners-of-chicken-fight-denver/): The 2026 Chicken Fight! and Burger Brawl food festival took place August 20 at Elitch Gardens in Denver and it was packed with fans, wings, drinks, and more.
- [5 Hot New NYC Bar & Restaurant Openings to Know About This Week](https://diningout.com/new-york/new-nyc-bar-restaurant-openings-august26-2026/): A place in Red Hook has a horse theme and Japanese pizza has landed in Manhattan. Here are five NYC openings you need to know about right now.
- [Flamant Transforms into Aguasal, a Tropical Pop-Up in Plano](https://diningout.com/dallas/flamant-transforms-into-aguasal-a-tropical-pop-up-in-plano/): Pumpkin spice season may be creeping in, but Flamant is keeping summer alive. Plano’s Flamant temporarily closed August 7, trading its European live-fire bistro for the return of Aguasal, a tropical pop-up that’s extending summer until the end of September. "With Aguasal, we created the kind of place that instantly transports you somewhere else," said
- [Dallas’ Most Expensive Eats: 15 Extravagant Dishes and Dining Experiences Worth the Splurge](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-most-expensive-eats-15-extravagant-dishes-and-dining-experiences-worth-the-splurge/): Dallas’ dining scene is as bold and refined as the city itself. Beyond restaurants that entice with over-the-top buildouts, eye-catching design, and dishes that appear as works of art on the plate, the city is brimming with places that showcase extravagant bites and dining experiences worth splurging on. From caviar-topped bites and Michelin-starred tasting menus
- [The Best Steakhouses in Dallas-Fort Worth Right Now](https://diningout.com/dallas/the-best-steakhouses-in-dallas-fort-worth-right-now/): Tex-Mex, barbecue, and steaks. If there are three topics that could inspire more enthusiastic debate among North Texans, we’d love to know what they are. Because everyone who lives in Dallas-Fort Worth has a strong opinion on at least one of them. (But most likely all three.) With more than 200 restaurants across the area
- [Plate Full of New York News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/new-york/plate-full-of-new-york-news-bites-august25-2026/): This week we find out where celebrities like to dine in New York, say “hasta la vista” to a vegan Mexican restaurant, and try a Harry Styles-themed cocktail.
- [The Secret to The Iberian Pig’s 17-Year Staying Power in Atlanta](https://diningout.com/atlanta/the-secret-to-the-iberian-pigs-17-year-staying-power-in-atlanta/): When The Iberian Pig opened on Decatur Square in October 2009, most of Atlanta didn’t know what to make of it. Spanish tapas barely registered as a category in the city yet, and the confusion started with the name. “We even had some people think we were saying ‘topless,’ like we were opening a topless
- [Inside Duckstache Hospitality: Patrick Pham Takes DiningOut Behind the Scenes](https://diningout.com/houston/inside-duckstache-hospitality-patrick-pham-takes-diningout-behind-the-scenes/): Patrick Pham didn’t set out to build a restaurant empire. When Pham and his business partner, Daniel Lee, opened Kokoro in Houston in 2019, there was no carefully mapped-out plan for what would eventually become Duckstache Hospitality. There was simply the immediate challenge familiar to any new restaurateur: keep the dining room busy, take care
- [Where to Drink Wine in Denver Right Now ](https://diningout.com/denver/best-denver-wine-bars-restaurants/): Finding good wine in Denver isn't hard, but these casual places guarantee there's something great for every vino lover.
- [The Best Restaurants in Uptown Denver: A 2026 Field Guide](https://diningout.com/denver/uptown-denver-field-guide/): Explore the Uptown neighborhood in Denver. With plenty of bars, superb restaurants, and cafes, it's worth visiting next time you're in Colorado.
- [Ask the NYC Somm: Settle Into the Magic of Stars](https://diningout.com/new-york/ask-the-somm-nyc-stars-wine/): Want to dive into wine more? These NYC bars and restaurants pour some of the best vino and the sommeliers are ready to serve and teach. First up: Stars.
- [Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/phoenix/plate-full-of-phoenix-news-bites-august25-2026/): From new sushi menus to Labor Day fun to great deals, Grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef news, dished out on August 26.
- [7 New Dallas-Fort Worth Restaurants to Try Right Now](https://diningout.com/dallas/7-new-dallas-fort-worth-restaurants-to-try-right-now/): August’s sweltering heat brought with it a series of unfortunate events. While restaurant closures outpaced openings, a few beacons of light shone through. Despite the setbacks, Dallas-Fort Worth’s dining scene still managed to give diners plenty of reasons to get excited, with fresh concepts and familiar names making their mark. And as summer winds down,
- [Gone but Not Forgotten: The Atlanta Restaurants Diners Miss the Most](https://diningout.com/atlanta/gone-but-not-forgotten-the-atlanta-restaurants-diners-miss-the-most/): Restaurants may close, buildings may change, and menus may disappear, but apparently it takes a lot more than that to erase the memory of a great bowl of French onion soup. DiningOut recently asked Atlanta readers on Facebook a simple question: What Atlanta restaurant do you wish would come back? The responses amounted to a
- [Landry’s Seafood House Opens in Sugar Land With French Quarter Flair and Family-Friendly Fun](https://diningout.com/houston/landrys-seafood-house-opens-in-sugar-land-with-french-quarter-flair-and-family-friendly-fun/): Landry's Seafood House opened August 24 at 19740 Southwest Freeway in Sugar Land, near First Colony, with Gulf Coast fare and Louisiana flavors.
- [Pizaro’s Pizza Is Doubling Its Houston Footprint With Two New Locations](https://diningout.com/houston/pizaros-pizza-is-doubling-its-houston-footprint-with-two-new-locations/): Pizaro’s Pizza is doubling its Houston footprint, with two new locations headed to Meyerland and George Bush Intercontinental Airport. The family-owned pizzeria, known for its Neapolitan, New York, Detroit, and Chicago cracker-thin pies, will take a different approach with the expansion. Both new outposts will operate as streamlined, to-go concepts rather than traditional sit-down restaurants,
- [We Asked Houston Which Closed Restaurant They’d Bring Back. One Icon Rose to the Top.](https://diningout.com/houston/we-asked-houston-which-closed-restaurant-theyd-bring-back-one-icon-rose-to-the-top/): When DiningOut Houston asked readers on Facebook which closed Houston restaurant they would bring back if they could, the question apparently opened a floodgate of memories. Roughly 700 comments and replies poured in, naming 79 restaurants from Houston’s dining past. There were long-gone steakhouses, neighborhood favorites, cafeteria chains, beloved Mexican restaurants, old-school burger joints, and
- [Find Out How Phoenix Restaurants Do it Animal Style](https://diningout.com/phoenix/dine-with-animals-phoenix/): At these Phoenix restaurants and cafes, you can enjoy a tasty meal or beverage alongside furry or feathered animals.
- [Local Fans Pick Their Top Four Sports Bars in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/local-fans-pick-their-top-four-sports-bars-in-denver/): DiningOut Denver readers named 18 sports bars. Four tied for most mentions: Tap and Burger in Highland, Reivers Bar & Grill, Sobo 151 and Society.
- [Plate Full of Denver News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-news-bites-coming-in-hot/): A popular pan-Asian restaurant in Denver is serving ping pong and a new chef, while a pickle ball spot is hitting out weekend brunch. Also, get a rum doughnut.
- [Dallas Diners Say These Restaurants Are Actually Worth the Hype](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-diners-say-these-restaurants-are-actually-worth-the-hype/): When DiningOut Dallas asked its readers on Facebook which restaurants are actually worth the hype, 281 comments poured in, naming 64 different restaurants across Dallas-Fort Worth. The results ranged from white-tablecloth steakhouses and neighborhood institutions to barbecue joints, buzzy newcomers, and a few tongue-in-cheek votes for fast food. But one restaurant rose above the rest.
- [Denver Sings at 22 Live Music Venues With Great Food](https://diningout.com/denver/18-live-music-restaurants-denver/): Book these live music venues for great food and fun, from swanky lounges to lively brewpubs and other Denver hot spots that turn every meal into a showstopper.
- [Eat Great Food and Give Back to the Phoenix Area Community](https://diningout.com/phoenix/phoenix-restaurants-charity/): From cake slices to brunch to pizza nights, these Phoenix restaurants find ways to make dining out good for the whole community.
- [Atlanta’s Gluten Freedom Festival Returns to Monday Night Brewing With More Food, Beer, and Onion Rings](https://diningout.com/atlanta/atlantas-gluten-freedom-festival-returns-to-monday-night-brewing-with-more-food-beer-and-onion-rings/): Last year, Monday Night Brewing and the Gluten Free Atlanta Facebook group threw a party they weren’t sure anyone would show up to. Founder and CEO Joel Iverson hoped they’d draw 500 people. They got roughly 5,000. “We were completely overwhelmed,” Iverson says. “I think there were a lot of the vendors, too, who were
- [Élephante Opens in Uptown Dallas With Coastal Italian Cuisine, Spritzes, and a Sprawling Patio](https://diningout.com/dallas/elephante-opens-in-uptown-dallas-with-coastal-italian-cuisine-spritzes-and-a-sprawling-patio/): Élephante brings coastal Italian pastas, wood-fired pizzas, seafood and spritzes to a two-story space at 2701 Maple Avenue in Uptown Dallas.
- [Houston’s Plate Full of News: A Downtown Rooftop Reopens, Two Midtown Restaurants Close, Free Wings, and More](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-plate-full-of-news-a-downtown-rooftop-reopens-two-midtown-restaurants-close-free-wings-and-more/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Houston restaurant, bar and culinary news. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts and industry updates, here's everything happening in Houston's dining scene this week. The 411 Downtown rooftop bar Z on 23 is ready for its comeback. The bar
- [Which Colorado Restaurants Will Make the Michelin Guide in 2026?](https://diningout.com/denver/michelin-guide-2026-is-coming-who-will-be-on-it/): It’s time for the 2026 Michelin Guide awards in Colorado again, but this year we predict some big changes from new stars ignited to some stars fading out.
- [Leave It to the Chef: Houston’s Best Omakase Experiences](https://diningout.com/houston/leave-it-to-the-chef-houstons-best-omakase-experiences/): As Houston diners become more educated about the city’s diverse culinary offerings, it’s not uncommon to seek experiences that transcend the normal dining out routine. Omakase, which translates to “I leave it up to you” in Japanese, is based on the idea of letting the chef choose a variety of plates for guests to enjoy.
- [Best Doughnuts in Houston: Sticky, Sweet, and Perfectly Glazed](https://diningout.com/houston/best-doughnuts-in-houston-sticky-sweet-and-perfectly-glazed/): In a city that fuels itself on breakfast tacos and kolaches, doughnuts still hold a sacred spot on the Houston morning menu. Whether you prefer them light as air, fried and flaky, or dense with blueberry glaze, there’s a local shop (or cult chain) with your name on it. From classic glazed rings that taste like
- [Dining Out With Chef Thomas Griese of JING in Scottsdale](https://diningout.com/phoenix/dining-out-with-chef-thomas-griese-of-jing-in-scottsdale/): Chef Thomas Griese has cooked all over the country. Now, he has landed at JING Scottsdale in Arizona and crafts an eclectic menu of seafood, steak, and more.
- [Explore the Best Waterfront Dining in Brooklyn's Red Hook Neighborhood](https://diningout.com/new-york/best-places-to-eat-and-drink-in-red-hook-brooklyn/): Red Hook, Brooklyn’s little peninsula by the water is full of seafood, cozy bars, and cult favorite restaurants to visit, especially on a sunny day.
- [The Ultimate Atlanta-to-Florida Emerald Coast Food Road Trip](https://diningout.com/atlanta/the-ultimate-atlanta-to-florida-emerald-coast-food-road-trip/): When the Gulf calls, Atlanta answers. That stretch of 30A and Highway 98 running from Pensacola through Destin to Panama City Beach is a well-trodden path for Peach State residents looking to escape late summer heat, close enough for a weekend escape but far enough to feel like a vacation. Two restaurants anchor that longstanding
- [Long Point Social Club Opens August 26 in Houston’s Spring Branch With Pickleball, Padel, and Dining](https://diningout.com/houston/long-point-social-club-opens-august-26-in-houstons-spring-branch-with-pickleball-padel-and-dining/): Long Point Social Club in Spring Branch has 12 pickleball courts, four padel courts, an all-day café, a restaurant and bar, and a dog park.
- [Michelin Sets 2026 Texas Guide Reveal Date, With No In-Person Ceremony](https://diningout.com/dallas/michelin-sets-2026-texas-guide-reveal-date-with-no-in-person-ceremony/): Michelin’s 2026 Texas reveal will look a little different this year. The Michelin Guide announced Wednesday that its 2026 Texas restaurant selections will be revealed Thursday, October 8, but this year’s rollout comes with a notable change: There will be no in-person awards ceremony. Instead, Michelin Stars, Bib Gourmands and the rest of the statewide
- [Michelin Guide Sets 2026 Texas Reveal Date, Skips Houston Ceremony](https://diningout.com/houston/michelin-guide-sets-2026-texas-reveal-date-skips-houston-ceremony/): Michelin’s 2026 Texas reveal will look a little different this year. The Michelin Guide announced Wednesday that its 2026 Texas restaurant selections will be revealed Thursday, October 8, but this year’s rollout comes with a notable change: There will be no awards ceremony in Houston. Instead, Michelin Stars, Bib Gourmands and the rest of the
- [Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/phoenix/plate-full-of-phoenix-news-bites-august19-2026/): This week in restaurant news: A month-long charity event supporting the unhoused and cancer patients, cocktail wars, Love Island reunions, and plenty of sake.
- [The Best Denver Restaurants To Get Breakfast Every Day](https://diningout.com/denver/best-breakfast-restaurants-denver/): Find the best breakfast restaurants in Denver, where pancakes, fried eggs, omelets, huevos rancheros, and other morning delights are served every day.
- [Dallas-Fort Worth’s Best Hotel Restaurants for Dinner, Drinks, and More](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-fort-worths-best-hotel-restaurants-for-dinner-drinks-and-more/): The best Dallas-Fort Worth hotel restaurants, from Emilia's in Fort Worth's Crescent Hotel to rooftop lounges, hidden sushi speakeasies and steaks.
- [Bring the Heat: Atlanta’s Best Spicy Dishes, From Ramen to Vindaloo](https://diningout.com/atlanta/bring-the-heat-atlantas-best-spicy-dishes-from-ramen-to-vindaloo/): Don’t call us Hotlanta unless you want to talk about our love of spicy food. Atlanta can’t get enough of the hot stuff, from Chamblee food court Sichuan and Nashville hot chicken imports to a fine-dining kitchen at Atlantic Station. We did the hard part and tracked down the dishes across metro Atlanta that bring
- [Plate Full of New York News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/new-york/plate-full-of-new-york-news-bites-august18-2026/): From tennis-themed treats to an armed robbery to sudden closings, grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef news, dished out on August 18.
- [The Most Exciting Shaved Ice Dessert to Try in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/shaved-ice-dessert-in-denver/): Where to find shaved ice in Denver, from Filipino halo-halo and Korean bingsu to Hawaiian shave ice, New Orleans snoballs and Taiwanese baobing.
- [New Restaurant Rōmyō Brings the Intrigue of Itameshi to Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/new-restaurant-romyo-brings-the-intrigue-of-itameshi-to-denver/): Rōmyō is chef Frank Bonanno's itameshi restaurant in Denver, where Italian and Japanese cooking share one menu.
- [Atlanta’s Best Kolaches: Where to Find Sweet, Savory, and Sausage-Stuffed Favorites](https://diningout.com/atlanta/atlantas-best-kolaches-where-to-find-sweet-savory-and-sausage-stuffed-favorites/): The humble kolache still hasn’t quite made its way into the Atlanta consciousness. And that’s a shame, because they’re delightfully versatile and darned delicious. Originally a Central European pastry—a soft, yeasted bun cradling a pool of sweet cheese, fruit, or poppy seed filling—the kolache picked up a second identity when Czech immigrants brought it to
- [Where to Dine in Plano: The Best Restaurants, Cafes, and Hidden Gems](https://diningout.com/dallas/where-to-dine-in-plano-the-best-restaurants-cafes-and-hidden-gems/): Once considered little more than a suburb of Dallas, Plano’s population has more than doubled since the mid-‘90s and is now a thriving city in its own right. Gone are the days when residents had to brave the Tollway to get a decent meal; now many Dallasites, not to mention travelers from other parts of
- [A Slice Above the Rest: 10 Cake Shops in Phoenix You Need to Visit Right Now](https://diningout.com/phoenix/best-cake-shops-phoenix/): Cake, be that butter, fruit-topped sponge, olive oil layers, and one very storied red velvet recipe make the Phoenix and the Valley a sweet place to celebrate.
- [Houston’s Plate Full of News: Goode Co. Names New Pitmaster, Southern Smoke Expands Relief, $5 Hot Chicken, and More](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-plate-full-of-news-goode-co-names-new-pitmaster-southern-smoke-expands-relief-5-hot-chicken-and-more/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Houston restaurant, bar and culinary news. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts and industry updates, here's everything happening in Houston's dining scene this week. The 411 Emilia’s Havana is leaning into island vibes with Rum Diaries, a limited-time experience
- [5 Hot New NYC Bar & Restaurant Openings to Know About This Week](https://diningout.com/new-york/new-nyc-bar-restaurant-openings-august19-2026/): Looking for something new? From books and booze to late night pizza to lots of ramen, NYC has five (and more) fresh places to check out right now.
- [Pasta, Parmesan & Plenty of Wine: Houston's 23 Best Italian Restaurants](https://diningout.com/houston/where-to-get-your-fill-of-pasta-and-parmesan-houstons-best-italian-restaurants/): When it comes to Italian cuisine in America, few topics spark more debate than what qualifies as "authentic." Ask a chef, a nonna, or a food historian, and you're likely to get three different answers. After all, Italy's culinary traditions vary dramatically from region to region, making its cuisine as diverse as the country itself.
- [The Best Steak Frites in Houston, From French Bistros to Steakhouses](https://diningout.com/houston/the-best-steak-frites-in-houston-from-french-bistros-to-steakhouses/): Where to get steak frites in Houston, from neighborhood French bistros to upscale steakhouses, with shoestring fries, thick-cut wedges or pommes frites.
- [Dallas’ Plate Full of News: Rock N Roll Sushi Opens, Maman Expands, and More Restaurant Buzz](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-plate-full-of-news-rock-n-roll-sushi-opens-maman-expands-and-more-restaurant-buzz/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Dallas' restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here's everything you need to know about the city's dining scene this week. The 411 On August 10, Rock N Roll Sushi opened its
- [Plate Full of Denver News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-news-bites-august17-2026/): From the sentencing of a former restaurant owner to a writer-driven sandwich to music on the menu, grab a serving of the latest news, dished out August 17.
- [Atlanta’s Plate Full of News: Siren and Sargent Open, Tuk Tuk Closes After 16 Years, and More](https://diningout.com/atlanta/atlantas-plate-full-of-news-siren-and-sargent-open-tuk-tuk-closes-after-16-years-and-more/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Atlanta's restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here's everything you need to know about the city's dining scene this week. The 411 Tuk Tuk Thai Food Loft permanently closed its doors
- [The Best Phoenix Spas For Dining](https://diningout.com/phoenix/best-phoenix-spas-for-dining/): Rest, relax, and refuel at these spas in and near Phoenix. Not only are the spaces and treatments fantastic, but you can find some of the best bites too.
- [Make Way For the Mile High Maize Movement](https://diningout.com/denver/mile-high-maize-movement-denver-corn/): Corn is having a moment in Denver, but this time the grain gets treated in house and turned into a spread of fantastic tortillas, flautas, sodas, and chips.
- [Take Off On the Best Floating Bars and Restaurants in New York](https://diningout.com/new-york/floating-bars-and-restaurants-new-york/): What better way to beat the heat and take a staycation than by boarding a boat. These New York spots offer food and drink with a view, while you float away.
- [The Ottomanelli Opus](https://diningout.com/new-york/ottomanelli-nyc-burger/): The Ottomanelli family has ruled the NYC meat world for about 100 years. Now the team also serves one of the best burgers at F. Ottomanelli By The Water.
- [The Best Bagel Shops and Makers in Metro Phoenix](https://diningout.com/phoenix/best-bagels-phoenix/): 10 places in metro Phoenix for a great bagel, from Bagelfeld's New York-style bagels to small-batch makers like Bagelero.
- [11 Atlanta Restaurants With the Best Views for Rooftop Dining, Skyline Scenes, and Riverfront Patios](https://diningout.com/atlanta/12-atlanta-restaurants-with-the-best-views-for-rooftop-dining-skyline-scenes-and-riverfront-patios/): Atlantans spend hours every day in bumper-to-bumper traffic, so it’s no surprise that we’re always looking for an escape. Lucky for us, some of the city’s best restaurants offer exactly that: a chance to exhale, sip something cold, and take in a skyline, a treetop canopy, or a serene waterfront. Whether you’re after a rooftop
- [Atlanta’s Thai and Lao Dining Scene Is On Fire, Here Are the Restaurants to Know](https://diningout.com/atlanta/atlantas-thai-and-lao-dining-scene-is-on-fire-here-are-the-restaurants-to-know/): There’s so much more to Atlanta’s Thai and Lao restaurants than takeout pad thai. Atlanta’s Southeast Asian food scene has quietly become one of the South’s most exciting, with family-run kitchens serving everything from fiery som tam to silky boat noodles that rival anything you’d find in Bangkok or Vientiane—and not just along Buford Highway.
- [Best Late-Night Restaurants in Dallas: Where to Eat After Midnight](https://diningout.com/dallas/best-late-night-restaurants-in-dallas-where-to-eat-after-midnight/): Where to eat in Dallas after midnight, from food trucks and gas station tacos to a Michelin-recognized restaurant.
- [50 Years & Still Smokin’: The Legacy of Dallas Barbecue Icon Smokey John’s](https://diningout.com/dallas/50-years-still-smokin-the-legacy-of-dallas-barbecue-icon-smokey-johns/): The moment you walk through the front doors of Smokey John’s Bar-B-Que and Home Cooking on West Mockingbird Lane, you're hit with the glorious smell of wood-smoked meats and the sight of smiling employees eager to get customers through the cafeteria line and fed well. Both the food and culture at this family-run restaurant near
- [Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/phoenix/plate-full-of-phoenix-news-bites-aug11-2026/): From a new bagel-themed latte, summer deals, and some sudden closings, grab a serving of the latest Phoenix restaurant news, dished out on August 12.
- [First Look: Inside Terry Black’s Barbecue’s First Houston Location, Opening August 18](https://diningout.com/houston/first-look-inside-terry-blacks-barbecues-first-houston-location-opening-august-18/): The line: No matter how long, it’s a fundamental component of the Texas barbecue experience. Part endurance test (your devotion to barbecue can be measured by how long you’re willing to wait) and part bonding experiment (you’ll most likely make new friends with fellow smoked meat connoisseurs ahead of and behind you), the line is
- [5 Hot New NYC Bar & Restaurant Openings to Know About This Week](https://diningout.com/new-york/nyc-bar-restaurant-openings-august11-2026/): From Brazilian specialties to a famous actress' takeout counter, these five restaurants and bars in NYC are new and should be on your must visit list.
- [National Fajita Day in Houston: 12 Restaurants Offering Sizzling Specials](https://diningout.com/houston/national-fajita-day-in-houston-12-restaurants-offering-sizzling-specials/): Texas’s contributions to the Tex-Mex culinary canon are profound. Whether born here or perfected here, it’s hard to imagine Tex-Mex dining without iconic dishes such as queso, chili con carne, nachos, puffy tacos, and breakfast tacos. And let’s not forget what is perhaps the state’s greatest Tex-Mex legacy: fajitas. That platter of sizzling strips of
- [Grand Prairie Dining Guide: 14 Restaurants You Need to Know](https://diningout.com/dallas/grand-prairie-dining-guide-14-restaurants-you-need-to-know/): For as long as DFW can remember, Grand Prairie meant one thing: Traders Village. The massive flea market was the city’s claim to fame, but over the last decade the city has quietly become a mecca for entertainment, recreation, and dining. EpicCentral has transformed 172 acres into a year-round entertainment district, complete with an indoor
- [Chef Takeover: 20 Great Years of Darrel Truett at Barolo Grill](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-takeover-darrel-truett-barolo-grill-denver/): From epic trips to Italy to working with Colorado produce, chef Darrel Truett of Barolo Grill has been rocking the Denver restaurant's menu for over 20 years.
- [From Surf to Turf: How Seafood Veteran Rich Clark Is Making His Mark on Buckhead’s Steakhouse Scene](https://diningout.com/atlanta/from-surf-to-turf-how-seafood-veteran-rich-clark-is-making-his-mark-on-buckheads-steakhouse-scene/): For nearly two decades, Rich Clark’s name has been shorthand for seafood in Atlanta. Since he and longtime friend Jon Schwenk opened the first C&S Oyster Bar in 2007, Clark has built a following on oysters, crab, and unfussy coastal cooking, first in Vinings, then Sandy Springs in 2020, then Brookhaven in 2023, with the
- [Get Grilling at the Best Korean BBQ Restaurants Around Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/best-korean-bbq-restaurants-in-denver/): Denver Korean BBQ restaurants where marbled raw meat arrives ready for the grill built into your table, from LA galbi to bulgogi.
- [Houston Diners Have Spoken: These Are the City’s Favorite Italian Restaurants](https://diningout.com/houston/houston-diners-have-spoken-these-are-the-citys-favorite-italian-restaurants/): Italian food inspires strong opinions in Houston, and narrowing down the city’s best is no simple task. When DiningOut Houston posed the question to our Facebook followers, we analyzed nearly 150 comments, which collectively mentioned 62 restaurants across Houston and the surrounding area. The responses ranged from longtime institutions and neighborhood red-sauce joints to contemporary
- [10 Victory Park Restaurants for Game Day, Date Night, and More](https://diningout.com/dallas/from-game-day-to-date-night-where-to-dine-in-victory-park/): With a strong music, art, and sports scene, you can expect a lot of action at Victory Park in Uptown Dallas. And there’s no better way to precede a concert or Dallas Mavericks game, or settle in for a post-event night cap, than with excellent food and drinks. Throughout Victory Park, lovers of sports, culture,
- [7 Best Shaved Ice Desserts in Atlanta, From Halo-Halo to Bingsoo](https://diningout.com/atlanta/7-best-shaved-ice-desserts-in-atlanta-from-halo-halo-to-bingsoo/): Skip the usual scoop of ice cream and explore Atlanta’s global array of shaved ice desserts. Across the city, you’ll find far more than the classic snow cone, from New Orleans sno-balls and Japanese kakigori to Korean bingsoo, Taiwanese bao bing, and Filipino halo-halo. Each style tells its own story through distinct textures, toppings, and
- [DFW Restaurant Week 2026: 12 Dallas-Fort Worth Restaurants to Book Now](https://diningout.com/dallas/dfw-restaurant-week-2026-12-dallas-fort-worth-restaurants-to-book-now/): DFW Restaurant Week is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a star-studded culinary lineup, all for a good cause. More than just a week, the philanthropic foodie event starts Monday, August 10 and lasts through Monday, September 7. It’s one of the nation’s longest-running events with more than 170 North Texas restaurants participating. Each prix fixe
- [Plate Full of New York News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/new-york/plate-full-of-new-york-news-bites-august4-2026/): Gwyneth Paltrow becomes the mother to a new brick-and-mortar Goop, Ops is celebrating an anniversary, and much more New York City dining news this week.
- [Houston’s Best Steak Nights, From Monday Through Friday](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-best-steak-nights-from-monday-through-friday/): Beef prices have been climbing for the past few years, but in Texas, giving up beef is hardly an option. We love our smoked brisket, meaty burgers, and juicy steaks. Houston has no shortage of high-end steakhouses to satisfy those cravings, but plenty of restaurants and bars offer weekly steak night specials that make indulging
- [The Perfect Burger at Great Divide Starts With a Killer Bun](https://diningout.com/denver/building-the-perfect-burger-harvest-moon-great-divide-brewery-roadhouse/): To make the perfect burger, the Vibe Concepts team at Great Divide Brewery & Roadhouse starts with buns coming from the Harvest Moon Baking Company in Denver.
- [Plate Full of New York News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/new-york/plate-full-of-new-york-news-august11-2026/): A popular Vietnamese restaurant re-opens in Queens and a rooftop bar in Gramercy has begun pairing cocktails with Lisa Frank merchandise. Plus, news of RARE.
- [So. Fox Opens in Virginia-Highland With a Neighborhood Restaurant Built for Regulars](https://diningout.com/atlanta/so-fox-opens-in-virginia-highland-with-a-neighborhood-restaurant-built-for-regulars/): So. Fox, from chef Myles Moody and Rachael Pack, opened July 2 next door to Kinship Butcher & Sundry in Virginia-Highland.
- [Mexico City and New York City’s Delicious Culinary Collision](https://diningout.com/new-york/mexico-city-new-york-city-restaurants/): In the last few years, restaurants from Mexico City (or inspired by it) have been opening in New York City, a dining trend we’re very happy about.
- [First Look at Scilla Dallas: Striking Interiors, Stellar Service, and a Standout Crab Salad](https://diningout.com/dallas/first-look-at-scilla-dallas-striking-interiors-stellar-service-and-a-standout-crab-salad/): Add another tick to the win column for Duro Hospitality. Less than a month after making its Preston Center District debut this past July, the restaurant group's Scilla has already become one of the toughest restaurants in town to snag a dinner reservation. Luckily, they rolled out lunch service on July 31, following through on
- [Plate Full of Denver News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-news-bites-august10-2026/): From a fresh zine to a shaved ice pop-up to a lawsuit over a name, grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef news, dished out on August 10.
- [Cien Agaves Tacos & Tequila Plants New Roots in Chandler](https://diningout.com/phoenix/cien-agaves-opens-in-chandler-arizona/): Cien Agave Tacos & Tequila opens in Chandler, the second location of this local restaurant. Yes, you can expect amazing tacos and over 100 agave spirits to try.
- [Michelin-Recommended Late August Ends Regular Dining Service at Houston’s Ion](https://diningout.com/houston/michelin-recommended-late-august-to-end-regular-dining-service-at-houstons-ion/): Late August has closed the book on dinner service, but it isn’t leaving the table entirely. The Michelin-recommended restaurant at the Ion has ended regular dining service, bringing a close to a short but celebrated run while shifting into a new phase. Lucille’s Hospitality Group announced Monday that Late August is transitioning to an events-focused
- [Where to Find the Best Steak Frites in Atlanta](https://diningout.com/atlanta/where-to-find-the-best-steak-frites-in-atlanta/): You know what you’re getting when you order steak frites. It’s a simple contract: a solid cut of beef, a proper sauce, and a mountain of fries. But around Atlanta, that contract gets fulfilled in wildly different ways. Some kitchens keep it a straightforward à la carte order, while others build the whole thing into
- [Best Shaved Ice in Houston: Where to Find Sno-Cones, Raspas, Kakigori and More](https://diningout.com/houston/best-shaved-ice-in-houston-where-to-find-sno-cones-raspas-kakigori-and-more/): There are few better ways to beat the dog days of summer than with an icy treat. As kids, many of us would listen for the jingle of an ice cream truck, beg our parents for some spare change, then race down the street in hopes of catching the magical vehicle before it turned the
- [Houston’s Plate Full of News: Press & Pour Opens Downtown, Thompson Houston Takes Sundays to the Rooftop](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-plate-full-of-news-press-pour-opens-downtown-thompson-houston-takes-sundays-to-the-rooftop/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Houston restaurant, bar and culinary news. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts and industry updates, here's everything happening in Houston's dining scene this week. The 411 Magnolia Hotel Houston has debuted Press & Pour, a new all-day coffee and
- [Siren, a New Seafood Restaurant From Michel Arnette, Opens August 18 in Brookhaven](https://diningout.com/atlanta/siren-a-new-seafood-restaurant-from-michel-arnette-opens-august-18-in-brookhaven/): Siren is Michel Arnette's modern coastal seafood restaurant next door to Arnette's Chop Shop in Brookhaven, inspired by the sea caves of the Italian coast.
- [District Pour & Provisions Brings Epic Food Hall Energy to Westminster](https://diningout.com/denver/district-pour-provisions-denver-westminster/): Brought to us from the same team behind great local food halls, District Pour & Provisions in Westminster offers pizza, sushi, burgers, and over 90 drinks.
- [The Best End-of-Summer Restaurant Deals in Phoenix](https://diningout.com/phoenix/end-of-summer-restaurant-deals-phoenix-2026/): Stretch your dining dollars with family-friendly back-to-school deals, happy hours, prix fixe menus, and limited-time specials at these Phoenix restaurants.
- [The Best NYC Bakeries You Never Heard Of](https://diningout.com/new-york/best-nyc-bakeries/): If you love sweets these incredible New York bakeries are a must-visit. From ube-laced doughnuts to buttery croissants to classic rugelach, head to these spots.
- [Inside Chr Steak's Glass-Walled Dry-Aging Room](https://diningout.com/atlanta/inside-chr-steaks-glass-walled-dry-aging-room/): Fifty-pound tomahawk subprimals hang from steel hooks in front of a wall of Himalayan salt at Chr Steak, overlooking Gainesville’s historic Downtown square. Some will hang there for four months before they ever hit the heat. The restaurant’s glass front gives anyone waiting on a table a front-row seat to the main attraction: meat rotated
- [Chef Takeover: Kevin Grossi of Big Red F is All About Fried Chicken and Family](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-takeover-kevin-grossi-the-post-chicken/): The Big Red F chef oversees The Post and West End Tavern. Join Kevin Grossi as he shares a Denver day, complete with fried chicken and mountain views.
- [The Best Monday Happy Hours in Houston to Kick Off the Week](https://diningout.com/houston/the-best-monday-happy-hours-in-houston-to-kick-off-the-week/): Few people look forward to Mondays. Returning to the workweek after a fun, relaxing weekend is enough to fill many with dread. Fortunately, Houston restaurants and bars have found ways to ease the transition—both emotionally and financially. Weekday happy hours have long been a great excuse to grab a drink (and maybe a bite) with
- [Finger-Lickin' Guaranteed: 13 Dallas Restaurants Serving the Best Chicken Wings](https://diningout.com/dallas/finger-lickin-guaranteed-13-dallas-restaurants-serving-the-best-chicken-wings/): 13 Dallas restaurants for chicken wings, buffalo, barbecue, Thai or Vietnamese, from brewpubs and sports bars to a pho shop and a gearhead social club.
- [The Best Lobster Rolls in Atlanta, From Maine-Style to Connecticut-Style](https://diningout.com/atlanta/the-best-lobster-rolls-in-atlanta-from-maine-style-to-connecticut-style/): Landlocked Atlanta isn’t exactly known for its lobster, but that hasn’t stopped Buckhead seafood houses and Brookhaven fish markets from whipping up some delicious crustacean creations. When restaurants bet on lobster rolls, they tend to come out on top. But the sandwich itself isn’t one-size-fits-all. Knowing the terminology helps you order what you actually want.
- [Dallas Locals Picked the One Restaurant They'd Eat at for a Year, Here's the Winner](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-locals-picked-the-one-restaurant-theyd-eat-at-for-a-year-heres-the-winner/): Forget Michelin stars. Forget TikTok sensations. If Dallas diners had to pick just one restaurant to eat at for an entire year, they'd apparently rather have chicken-fried steak and biscuits than tasting menus and caviar. A recent Facebook thread on DiningOut Dallas asked a deceptively simple question: If you could only eat at one Dallas
- [The Essential Dining Guide to Houston’s Mahatma Gandhi District](https://diningout.com/houston/the-essential-dining-guide-to-houstons-mahatma-gandhi-district/): Houston’s Mahatma Gandhi District is one of the city’s most rewarding destinations for food lovers. Concentrated along Hillcroft Avenue in southwest Houston, the neighborhood began taking shape in the 1980s as South Asian immigrants opened restaurants, markets, jewelry stores and other businesses near Hillcroft and Harwin. Long known locally as Little India, the area was
- [The Essential Dining Guide to Dallas’ Bishop Arts District](https://diningout.com/dallas/the-essential-dining-guide-to-dallas-bishop-arts-district/): Where to eat and drink in Dallas' Bishop Arts District, the northern pocket of Oak Cliff that's grown into a go-to spot for dinner and nightlife.
- [Houston’s 16 Best Creameries for Ice Cream, Gelato, and Soft Serve](https://diningout.com/houston/best-creameries-for-ice-cream-gelato-and-soft-serve-in-houston/): 16 Houston spots for ice cream, gelato and soft serve, from old-school neighborhood institutions to small-batch makers and gelaterias.
- [Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/phoenix/plate-full-of-phoenix-news-bites-august5-2026/): Sweet sodas, sad closings, and a beer celebration, grab a serving of the latest Phoenix restaurant, bar, and chef news, dished out on August 5.
- [Dallas Is Serving Up 7 Must-Try Food and Drink Events This August](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-is-serving-up-7-must-try-food-and-drink-events-this-august/): It may feel like 110 degrees outside, but summer’s final stretch is on the horizon. Football season hasn’t kicked off just yet, but Dallas restaurateurs are making the wait a little easier. From Pilates besides the city’s iconic eyeball to a Nigerian-Italian touring supper club, these are the foodie events worth penciling into your August
- [Houston Restaurants Celebrate Back to School With Free Meals, Deals and Mimosas for Moms](https://diningout.com/houston/houston-restaurants-celebrate-back-to-school-with-free-meals-deals-and-mimosas-for-moms/): A new school year brings fresh notebooks, packed schedules, and the familiar scramble to settle back into a routine. Fortunately, several Houston-area restaurants are helping families and educators ease the transition with free meals, dining deals, and a few celebratory mimosas. From complimentary kolaches and kids meals to teacher appreciation offers and post-drop-off brunch parties,
- [The 7 Best Houston Food Events This August, From Latin Night at HMNS to a Tiki Takeover](https://diningout.com/houston/the-7-best-houston-food-events-this-august-from-latin-night-at-hmns-to-a-tiki-takeover/): Summer may be winding down, but Houston’s dining calendar is still heating up with food festivals, restaurant celebrations and limited-time menus. August brings plenty of reasons to savor the season one bite at a time, from Houston Restaurant Weeks and a walkable food crawl to tropical parties and one-night-only dinners. Whether the mood calls for
- [Meet Liv Hurst, Executive Chef at Alpharetta’s Cattle Shed: A Q&A, Plus Her Guajillo Steak Taco Recipe](https://diningout.com/atlanta/meet-liv-hurst-executive-chef-at-alpharettas-cattle-shed-a-qa-plus-her-guajillo-steak-taco-recipe/): Olivia “Liv” Hurst never planned on becoming a chef—she just needed gas money. At 16, a job making tableside guacamole at the now-shuttered Uncle Julio’s turned into a lifelong love affair with restaurant kitchens. A few years and several Buckhead Life Restaurant Group kitchens later, including a stretch at Kyma under executive chef Pano Karatassos,
- [National Delicatessen Month Returns: Inside the Staggering Numbers Behind Kenny & Ziggy’s](https://diningout.com/houston/national-delicatessen-month-returns-inside-the-staggering-numbers-behind-kenny-ziggys/): Houston’s most devoted fressers and noshers know what time of year it is: the return of National Delicatessen Month, running through Monday, August 31. Of course that means a visit (or two or three) to Houston’s iconic deli, Kenny & Ziggy’s New York Delicatessen in Uptown. And not just to feast on the insanely gargantuan
- [The 10 Themed Restaurants in New York You Can't Miss](https://diningout.com/new-york/best-themed-restaurants-in-nyc/): Want to sit beach side, tap into famous poets, or pretend you're in a horror movie? Embrace immersion and kitsch with these themed restaurants in New York City.
- [5 Hot New NYC Bar & Restaurant Openings to Know About This Week](https://diningout.com/new-york/new-nyc-bar-restaurant-openings-august5-2026/): This week in New York openings, there’s a new Mexican bakery in Koreatown, an oyster bar from the Cervo’s team in Brooklyn just launched, and more.
- [Simple Vegan Coconut-Carrot Soup Featuring Local Chinni's Sauce](https://diningout.com/denver/vegan-coconut-carrot-soup-chinnis-spuntino/): Get down Denver chef Cindhura Reddy's Vegan Coconut Carrot Soup, which uses her new South Indian condiment Chinni's. It's easy, tasty, and healthy.
- [22 Great Spots For Frozen Drinks in the Denver Area](https://diningout.com/denver/frozen-cocktails-denver/): 22 spots in and around Denver for frozen cocktails, from wine slushies and piña coladas in pineapples to Adrift's Frozen Chi Chi.
- [Park Cities Palate: Must-Try Restaurants in University Park and Highland Park](https://diningout.com/dallas/park-cities-palate-must-try-restaurants-in-university-park-and-highland-park/): 10 standout restaurants in Dallas' Park Cities, from decades-old institutions to Mediterranean, German, Mexican and Middle Eastern spots.
- [Winner, Winner, Rotisserie Chicken Dinner: Where To Score the Best Birds in NYC](https://diningout.com/new-york/best-rotisserie-chicken-nyc/): From delicious whole birds on the cheap to high-end towers of roasted meat, rotisserie chicken is all the rage in NYC and we tried many to find the finest fowl.
- [10 Must-Visit Spots for Birria in Greater Phoenix](https://diningout.com/phoenix/best-birria-in-greater-phoenix/): 10 Phoenix spots for birria, the Mexican stew behind the cheese-pull tacos, plus birria ramen, pizza and more.
- [Plate Full of Denver News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-news-bites-august3-2026/): From summer storms causing a lot of problems to new meaty sandwiches to a shift in service, grab a serving of the latest news, dished out on August 3.
- [Dock Local Chef M. Brett Curtis on the New Dallas Farmers Market Restaurant and His DiningOut Instagram Takeover](https://diningout.com/dallas/dock-local-chef-m-brett-curtis-on-the-new-dallas-farmers-market-restaurant-and-his-diningout-instagram-takeover/): Getting fresh seafood in a landlocked city used to be a dicey proposition, but that changed once overnight shipping became commonplace. So it was only fitting that in 2016, East Coast transplant chef M. Brett Curtis launched his first seafood concept, the Dock, out of a decommissioned FedEx delivery truck. After spending years in a
- [French Bakery Café Feuillette to Open First U.S. Location in Houston This November](https://diningout.com/houston/cafe-feuillette-to-open-in-houston-marking-the-brands-first-location-outside-of-france/): A slice of French art de vivre is headed Houston. Café Feuillette, the celebrated French café and bakery founded by renowned baker and pastry chef Jean-François Feuillette, is preparing to open its first-ever U.S. location in Houston’s River Oaks District this November. The upcoming outpost will mark the brand’s fifth café worldwide, and its first
- [Atlanta's Plate Full of News: New Restaurant Openings, Food Events, and Bar Buzz](https://diningout.com/atlanta/atlantas-plate-full-of-news-new-restaurant-openings-food-events-and-bar-buzz/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Atlanta's restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here's everything you need to know about the city's dining scene this week. The 411 So. Fox, from Pack Hospitality, opened in Virginia-Highland at
- [El Molino Opens Second Dallas Location in Preston Hollow on August 10](https://diningout.com/dallas/el-molino-opens-second-dallas-location-in-preston-hollow-on-august-10/): Less than two years after debuting in Snider Plaza, El Molino is expanding its footprint. The upscale Tex-Mex concept from Vandelay Companies will open its second Dallas location on Monday, August 10, bringing its wood-fired fajitas, flaming margaritas and lively atmosphere to 6025 Royal Ln., Ste. 250 in Preston Royal Shopping Center. The new restaurant
- [Houston's Plate Full of News: Restaurant Openings, Food Events & New Menu Items](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-plate-full-of-news-restaurant-openings-food-events-new-menu-items/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Houston restaurant, bar and culinary news. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts and industry updates, here's everything happening in Houston's dining scene this week. The 411 Bella Restaurants Group has expanded its Moroccan-Mediterranean fast-casual concept with the opening of
- [17 Of the Best Sushi Restaurants Across Denver Metro](https://diningout.com/denver/best-sushi-restaurants-denver/): Craving sushi in or near Denver? Discover nigiri, sashimi, and specialty rolls for every diner’s budget.
- [Dining Out With Chef Neel Kajale, the Man Behind the Butter Chicken at Adda in NYC](https://diningout.com/new-york/dining-out-with-chef-neel-kajale-adda-nyc/): Chef Neel Kajale of Adda shares where he refuels after service, why the best pizza in NYC is in Jersey City, and the cuisine he thinks is up and coming.
- [Meet the Champions of the 2026 Denver SURF Seafood Festival](https://diningout.com/denver/2026-surf-seafood-championship-winners/): The second annual SURF Seafood Competition is in the bag for 2026, and the scene was epic, from paella of oysters to lobster rolls to sushi and more.
- [Dallas' Plate Full of News: Terry Black's New VIP BBQ Experience, Hatch Chile Season, and More](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-plate-full-of-news-terry-blacks-new-vip-bbq-experience-hatch-chile-season-and-more/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Dallas' restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here's everything you need to know about the city's dining scene this week. The 411 Shark Club Sports Bar & Grill debuts its second U.S.
- [Sit. Stay. Snack. SusieCakes Is Treating People, Pups and Shelter Dogs This August](https://diningout.com/dallas/sit-stay-snack-susiecakes-is-treating-people-pups-and-shelter-dogs-this-august/): Dogs may not know what National Dog Day is, but they'll happily enjoy the celebration. In honor of National Dog Day on Wednesday, August. 26, SusieCakes is rolling out its month-long Dog Days of Summer collection, available throughout August at all Dallas-Fort Worth locations. The limited-time lineup features festive treats for both people and pups,
- [Houston's Plate Full of News: Restaurant Openings, 713 Day, Bastille Day & Summer Dining Deals](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-plate-full-of-news-restaurant-openings-713-day-bastille-day-summer-dining-deals/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Houston's restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here's everything you need to know about the city's dining scene this week. The 411 Houston has a new destination for game days—and long
- [Houston's Trill Burgers Heads to Rice University for Fall Semester](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-trill-burgers-heads-to-rice-university-for-fall-semester/): One of Houston's most recognizable restaurant brands is headed back to school. Beginning Monday, August 17, Trill Burgers will open inside Rice University's Memorial Center (6100 Main Street), giving students, faculty, staff, and visitors easy access to Bun B's award-winning smashed burgers just as the fall semester gets underway. For co-founder Bun B, the expansion
- [Best Shaved Ice in Dallas-Fort Worth: 15 Spots for Snow Cones, Kakigori & More](https://diningout.com/dallas/best-shaved-ice-in-dallas-fort-worth-15-spots-for-snow-cones-kakigori-more/): Where to get shaved ice in Dallas-Fort Worth: 15 spots for syrup-soaked snow cones, kakigori and other takes that beat the Texas heat.
- [Best New Restaurants in Dallas: The 8 Hottest Openings This Month](https://diningout.com/dallas/best-new-restaurants-in-dallas-the-8-hottest-openings-of-the-summer/): July kept Dallas diners busy. While the World Cup pandemonium brought packed bars, global visitors, and a nonstop party, the city’s dining scene never slowed down. Restaurateurs rolled out some of the year’s biggest debuts from Duro Hospitality’s newest concept to a TikTok viral café from a fashion designer. Here are eight notable Dallas openings
- [The 12 Best Restaurants Near Piedmont Park for Every Kind of Outing](https://diningout.com/atlanta/the-12-best-restaurants-near-piedmont-park-for-every-kind-of-outing/): 12 Atlanta restaurants within a 15-minute walk or five-minute drive of Piedmont Park, for brunch, dinner or cocktails after a day in Midtown.
- [Spring Roll Your Way to the Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Phoenix](https://diningout.com/phoenix/best-vietnamese-restaurants-in-phoenix/): Phở more, say less. Vietnamese Restaurants in Phoenix are dishing up the hard-hitting favorites, along with a few surprises. Here's where to get it.
- [Best New Restaurants in Houston: 10 Hottest Summer Openings to Try Right Now](https://diningout.com/houston/best-new-restaurants-in-houston-10-hottest-summer-openings-to-try-right-now/): Summer was a hot one for Houston’s dining scene, with a wave of openings that brought fresh flavors, creative concepts, and memorable experiences to neighborhoods far and wide across the city. We’ve rounded up some of the most anticipated and exciting debuts from June and July, spanning cafés and cocktail lounges to innovative Asian concepts
- [Boulder's New Cinq à Sept Brings a Nonchalant Chic to Dining](https://diningout.com/denver/cinq-a-sept-opens-boulder/): Cinq à Sept, from Half Eaten Cookie Hospitality, opened in north Boulder on July 7 as a French bistro for aperitifs, hors d'oeuvres and date night.
- [Plate Full of New York News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/new-york/plate-full-of-new-york-news-bites-july28/): From alleged Costco croissants to the butter chicken actress Julia Roberts loves, grab a serving of the latest New York restaurant news, dished out on July 28.
- [5 Hot New NYC Bar & Restaurant Openings to Know About](https://diningout.com/new-york/nyc-bar-restaurant-openings-july29-2026/): Head to Brooklyn for Chinese and Persian fare; then cross the bridge and sample Turkish food and dirty Martinis. Bonus, Jersey City get's its own NYC hot spot.
- [Plate Full of Denver News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-news-bites-july27/): The Denver community raises money for good causes, while the news states Colorado produce is safe from that pesky parasite, and peaches are hot off the tree.
- [Re:Vision Fuels Hope, Food Access, and Growth in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-revision-fuels-hope-food-access-and-local-growth/): Re:Vision has a Westwood campus that features community cooking classes, an urban farm, and a no-cost grocery store; all to support Southwest Denver.
- [Tee Time or Tea Time? At These Amazing Arizona Golf Courses, Indulge in Both](https://diningout.com/phoenix/best-golf-course-restaurants-arizona-phoenix/): Fairway views, cold drinks, ambitious menus, and top-tier service make these Arizona golf club restaurants worth the drive...and the drive.
- [Stay, Savor, Repeat: Phoenix Hotel Restaurants to Visit Now](https://diningout.com/phoenix/best-hotel-restaurants-phoenix/): From high-end sushi to seafood towers to great steak, whether you're visiting or having a staycation in Phoenix, these hotel restaurants make for a tasty stay.
- [The Best Bucket List Restaurants in Manhattan Chinatown](https://diningout.com/new-york/manhattan-chinatown-best-restaurants-nyc/): From noodles to rice rolls to baked goods, don't be overwhelmed with all the choices, start at these Manhattan Chinatown hot spots first.
- [Sushi by SYC Serves Dry-Aged Fish and an Outstanding Omakase](https://diningout.com/denver/sushi-by-syc-dry-age-fish/): At Sushi by SYC in Denver, chef Min Koo Lee dry-ages tuna, salmon and yellowtail for about a week before turning it into temaki, nigiri and sashimi.
- [Restaurant Week: The Best Bang For Your Buck](https://diningout.com/new-york/restaurant-week-new-york-deals-2026/): When NYC Restaurant Week rolls into town July 20 to August 16, the city’s culinary scene becomes a treasure map of elite dining experiences at fixed prices.
- [What’s New (and What’s Gone) in the Denver Dining Scene](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-restaurant-openings-closings-july2026/): From two new sandwich shops to the end of a great bakery, check out the latest restaurant openings and closings in the Denver metro area, served up July 24.
- [Best Dive Bars in Athens, GA: 13 Local Favorites for Cheap Drinks & Live Music](https://diningout.com/atlanta/best-dive-bars-in-athens-ga-13-local-favorites-for-cheap-drinks-live-music/): Where to drink in Athens, Georgia: 13 dive bars for cheap beer and live music, from Flanagan's Irish pub to spots for a football Saturday.
- [Inaugural Pappas Restaurant Weeks Debuts August 1 with Special Menus Benefiting the Houston Food Bank](https://diningout.com/houston/inaugural-pappas-restaurant-weeks-debuts-august-1-with-special-menus-benefiting-the-houston-food-bank/): Pappas Restaurants is turning dining out into an opportunity to give back. The Houston-based restaurant group has announced the inaugural Pappas Restaurant Weeks, a six-week fundraising event running from Saturday, August 1, through Monday, September 7, that will benefit food banks in the communities where its restaurants operate. Unlike Houston Restaurant Weeks, which features hundreds
- [All the Reasons to Eat at the New Buc-ee’s in Arizona](https://diningout.com/phoenix/all-the-reasons-to-eat-at-buc-ees-arizona/): Arizona’s first Buc-ee’s brings brisket, Beaver Nuggets, fresh fudge, and a beloved road-trip ritual to Goodyear. According to customers, it's worth the wait.
- [24 Of the Best Breweries In Colorado](https://diningout.com/denver/colorado-breweries/): By blending innovation and tradition, the Colorado craft beer industry has earned national acclaim and countless awards. Drink up at these top breweries.
- [10 Hot Spots For Day Drinking in New York City](https://diningout.com/new-york/best-day-drinking-nyc/): Have a cocktail or three and still be home before the sun goes down at these 10 bars and restaurants perfect for day drinking in New York City.
- [Sensational Speakeasies For That Perfect Phoenix Pour](https://diningout.com/phoenix/best-speakeasies-phoenix/): Phoenix speakeasies behind hidden doors, from Platform 18 at Century Grand, a Spirited Awards winner, to downtown's Little Rituals.
- [Houston Asiatown Dining Guide: 18 Must-Try Spots for Pho, Sushi, Dim Sum & More](https://diningout.com/houston/houston-asiatown-dining-guide-18-must-try-spots-for-pho-sushi-dim-sum-more/): Houston's Asiatown has been feeding the city long before foodies learned to say "umami." Tucked into weathered plazas that glow late into the night, the bounty of restaurants serves the kind of food that many locals have grown up on and newcomers obsess over. This isn't a greatest hits list; it's a love letter to
- [Celebrate the Art of Snacking at Dallas' Best Tapas Restaurants](https://diningout.com/dallas/celebrate-the-art-of-snacking-at-dallas-best-tapas-restaurants/): Dallas tapas restaurants for jamón ibérico, croquetas, gambas al ajillo and albondigas, plus spots putting a global spin on small plates.
- [The New York Restaurant That Taught America How to Dine](https://diningout.com/new-york/tbt-delmonicos-history-nyc/): When Delmonico's opened in New York it became an idea that changed the way Americans dined forever. Almost 200 years in and you can still snag a reservation.
- [Best Seafood Restaurants in Dallas: Where to Find Fresh Fish, Raw Bars, and Seafood Boils](https://diningout.com/dallas/best-seafood-restaurants-in-dallas-where-to-find-fresh-fish-raw-bars-and-seafood-boils/): Dallas may be hundreds of miles away from the nearest coastline, but that doesn’t stop the city from being a prime destination for fresh seafood. Home to modern brasseries with South African influences, beachfront-inspired seafood shacks, and suburban gems with butter-soaked seafood platters, the city is bountiful when it comes to finding great seafood. Thanks
- [Get It While You Can, Magnolion is Popping Up In Denver Right Now](https://diningout.com/denver/southern-fare-meets-chinese-cuisine-at-magnolion/): It's not often you see the marrying of Asian food and Southern fare, but two chefs have brought just that with their Denver pop-up, Magnolion.
- [Arizona Chef's Week Returns With Exclusive Menus at Independent Restaurants](https://diningout.com/phoenix/arizona-chefs-week-2026/): Arizona Chef's Week runs July 31 through August 9. The 10-day event puts independent restaurants, limited-run dishes, and strong dining deals in the spotlight.
- [5 Hot New NYC Bar & Restaurant Openings to Know About This Week](https://diningout.com/new-york/nyc-bar-restaurant-openings-july22/): This week, look for a hot-and-sweet fried chicken spot in Brooklyn, a sizzling Argentinian tavern built around live fire in the West Village, and more.
- [Best Restaurants in Savannah: 16 Places That Make Georgia's First City a Food Destination](https://diningout.com/atlanta/best-restaurants-in-savannah-16-places-that-make-georgias-first-city-a-food-destination/): Savannah is a small town with a larger-than-life reputation. Georgia’s first city captures the Southern imagination with tales of spirits, pirates, and a wildly popular Banana Ball team, proving that when past and present collide, legends are born. Nowhere is this more true than in Savannah’s food scene, where family recipes earn national recognition and
- [Plate Full of New York News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/new-york/plate-full-of-new-york-news-bites-july21/): From new Michelin Guide restaurant recs to a menu of spritzes, grab a serving of the latest New York restaurant, bar, and chef news, dished out on July 21.
- [Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/phoenix/plate-full-of-phoenix-news-bites-july21/): From anniversary smash burgers to lot's of tequila, grab a serving of the latest Phoenix restaurant, bar, and chef news, dished out on July 21.
- [Houston's New Italian Cocktail Lounge Otium Brings La Dolce Vita to Upper Kirby](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-new-italian-cocktail-lounge-otium-brings-la-dolce-vita-to-upper-kirby/): Houston’s nightlife scene is getting a taste of la dolce vita. Otium, a new Italian-inspired cocktail lounge from Decorum Concepts, will open Friday, July 31, at 5020 Kirby Drive in the Upper Kirby neighborhood. The lounge is the latest venture from owners Josh Reiner and Mikael Aldine, who bring more than 20 years of combined
- [Best Mexican Restaurants in Houston: 21 Spots for Regional Mexican Cuisine](https://diningout.com/houston/13-excellent-mexican-restaurants-in-houston/): Houston’s Mexican food scene stretches far beyond the familiar comforts of Tex-Mex. Across the city, chefs are celebrating the breadth of Mexico’s regional cuisines, drawing on generations-old family recipes, childhood memories, and contemporary techniques. The result is a dining landscape shaped by the flavors and traditions of Oaxaca, Yucatán, Jalisco, Baja California, and beyond. As
- [Dining Out With Charlotte Voisey: A Cocktail Expert's Guide to Great Dining in NYC](https://diningout.com/new-york/dining-out-with-tales-of-the-cocktail-foundations-charlotte-voisey/): Find out where Charlotte Voisey, the executive director of the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation, eats and drinks when home in Brooklyn.
- [Perfect Post-Hike Hangouts In and Near Denver Metro](https://diningout.com/denver/perfect-post-hike-hangouts-in-and-near-denver-metro/): From creekside patios to craft breweries and a legendary saloon, these are the best Denver and mountain town places to end a day on a hike.
- [22 Outstanding Restaurants For Vegetarian and Vegan Food](https://diningout.com/denver/best-vegetarian-vegan-restaurants-in-denver/): With bold spices and innovative techniques, these Denver spots prove meatless meals can be great. Here are 20+ vegan and vegetarian restaurants to check out.
- [Plate Full of Denver News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-news-bites-july20/): From two fires to an anniversary to a barbecue sauce hunt, grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef news, dished out on July 20.
- [Dining Out With Jaime Cerreta of Arizona Candy and TV Fame](https://diningout.com/phoenix/dining-out-with-arizona-anchor-jaime-cerreta/): Jaime Cerreta, host of Jaime’s Local Love, shares about life in the news, food, community, and growing up in a candy factory.
- [Houston's Plate Full of News: Restaurant Weeks Menus, New Openings & Summer Events](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-plate-full-of-news-restaurant-weeks-menus-new-openings-summer-events/): Welcome to DiningOut's Plate Full of News, your weekly serving of Atlanta's restaurant, bar, and culinary happenings. From buzzy openings and chef moves to can't-miss events, menu debuts, and industry news, here's everything you need to know about the city's dining scene this week. The 411 Houston Restaurant Weeks is gearing up for its 23rd
- [Houston's 18 Best Seafood Restaurants, From Oyster Bars to Fine Dining](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-tastiest-seafood-restaurants/): Houston's proximity to the Gulf has long made it one of America's great seafood cities, but the local dining scene extends far beyond the day's catch. While crawfish season brings its annual frenzy and Gulf shrimp, oysters, and redfish remain perennial favorites, the city's top chefs also source pristine seafood from around the world. Whether
- [Best Restaurants Near Truist Park for Atlanta Braves Game Day](https://diningout.com/atlanta/best-restaurants-near-truist-park-for-atlanta-braves-game-day/): Where to eat and drink at the Battery Atlanta before or after a Braves game at Truist Park, from Sports & Social Atlanta to steaks and burgers.
- [How 1885 Grill Helped Spark Downtown Acworth's Renaissance](https://diningout.com/atlanta/how-1885-grill-helped-spark-downtown-acworths-renaissance/): Fifteen years ago, the hilltop where 1885 Grill now sits was, in owner Mike Schroeder’s words, just a hole in the ground—a 40-foot pit where an old oak tree used to stand, dug out for reasons long since forgotten by the people who lived there. Today, it’s the unofficial front door to a downtown that’s
- [Chef Stefano Secchi on Being a Steward of Italian Culture and Opening Restaurants in New York City](https://diningout.com/new-york/chef-stefano-secchi-nyc/): Chef Stefano Secchi grew up in Texas and spent time working in kitchens in Los Angeles, Italy, and NYC before opening his own Italian restaurants in Manhattan.
- [Community Rallies Together to Support Colorado Farmer After Horrible Fire](https://diningout.com/denver/community-comes-to-aide-colorado-farm-kiowa-valley/): A fire wiped out Kiowa Valley Organic’s production facility and all the equipment. Now, chefs, local farms, the farmers' markets and more rally to raise funds.
- [Support The Family Of Chef Amos Watts With Good Food](https://diningout.com/denver/support-the-family-of-chef-amos-watts-with-good-food/): When chef Amos Watts passed away at the end of April, he not only left family and friends grieving, but his almost-opened The Fifth String restaurant as well. Now, the food and drink community aims to help with good old fashioned money as his family works to manage the property and bills associated with the
- [Food Halls Offer Something for Every Culinary Craving](https://diningout.com/denver/food-halls-offer-something-for-every-culinary-craving/): Some may say that the food hall trend peaked about a decade ago, when Denver saw a spate of dining collectives opening left and right. But those in the know would argue pioneers like Avanti Food & Beverage and Denver Central Market simply paved the way for new creative concepts to blossom. Now, we’re seeing
- [Dining Out With the Mistress of Merch at Meow Wolf](https://diningout.com/denver/dining-out-with-the-mistress-of-merch-at-meow-wolf/): Meeting Doja Dozier feels like engaging with Rainbow Brite, Iris Apfel, and Za at Pizza Pals Playzone in Denver’s Convergence Station by Meow Wolf, all in the best way. The latter character inspired our meeting at Odell Brewing Co. Sloan's Lake Brewhouse & Pizzeria, both because Dozier loves pizza, and to tie in the merchandise
- [Local Restaurants Built on Love](https://diningout.com/denver/local-restaurants-built-on-love/): The idea of cooking with love goes a step further at certain Denver restaurants where the owners not only live together, but also work as a team. Celebrate and experience the love these owners and chefs give not only to their food, restaurants, and staff, but each other too. Nicole and Scott Mattson of Nocturne
- [Taste the History at Nine Tried and True Restaurants](https://diningout.com/denver/taste-the-history-at-eight-tried-and-true-restaurants/): Turns out 2024 was a major milestone for eight of the Mile High’s top restaurants as some celebrated 10, 20, and 30 years in business. One place even clocked in at 40 years, serving the same great food and stellar service all these decades. While some of the ventures have more locations now, each one
- [Discovering A Tantalizing World Outside Of Bagels With Josh Pollack](https://diningout.com/denver/discovering-a-tantalizing-world-outside-of-bagels-with-josh-pollack/): Josh Pollack loves vegetables, even though he’s most famous for peddling New-York-style bagels, cured fish, and shmear at Rosenberg’s Bagels & Delicatessen. Yes, he does nosh on a breakfast sandwich just about every day he’s there. The order, bacon, egg and cheese ($11). “It’s my number one, and it's the number one biggest seller,” said
- [How To Enjoy Pi Day In Every Way Possible](https://diningout.com/denver/pi-pie-day-2025/): On March 14 we celebrate pi, which any math nerd can tell you is the mathematical equation that represents the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter. Or 3.14159 (and so on), hence the yearly recognition. But enough about math, we like to celebrate pi day with an “e” and dive into all things pie.
- [Spotlight on Sustainability: Eco-Conscience Dining In Boulder](https://diningout.com/denver/spotlight-on-sustainability-eco-conscience-dining-in-boulder/): Choosing a tasty restaurant with solid sustainable practices has gotten easier in the last few years, especially when it comes to Boulder. Now the city has two restaurants with Michelin Green Stars, which denotes the venues’ dedication to zero waste, local ingredients, energy efficiency, and other eco-conscience practices. Even without that distinction, Boulder has a
- [Zebra Striping: The Bold New Cocktail Trend Taking Over Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/zebra-striping-mocktails-tiny-cocktails-denver/): The dawn of drinking differently has risen. No longer do imbibers have to go all in for a night of booze, today’s bar patrons can go small, go liquor free, sip on low ABV cocktails, and even do one-on, one-off. Even among Americans who do drink, consumption patterns are shifting. A record-low 24% of drinkers
- [Chef Carlos Fierro Dishes on the New Food Menu at Kachina Cantina](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-carlos-fierro-dishes-on-the-new-food-menu-at-kachina-cantina/): There are a lot of reasons to head downtown and dine at Kachina Cantina. The setting is bright and fun, the food tasty and easy to share, and the location a great kick off point for a day in the neighborhood. Now, with chef Carlos Fierro at the helm, leading both the restaurant and the
- [Weekend Brunch: MAKfam Brings MSG to the Breakfast Table](https://diningout.com/denver/weekend-brunch-makfam-brings-msg-to-the-breakfast-table/): Denver loves brunch. Each Wednesday, we dish out the latest and greatest brunch spots around town, highlighting our favorite haunts and the dishes you crave. So pour a mimosa, grab a cup of coffee, and get ready to dig in. When chef Kenneth Wan and his wife Doris Yuen opened MAKfam off of South Broadway
- [Theatrical Dining: All the Chicken Wings You Need to Try](https://diningout.com/denver/theatrical-dining-all-the-chicken-wings-you-need-to-try/): When a play dubbed The Hot Wing King comes to town, you know we need to talk about one of our favorite dishes. That’s right, chicken wings. But instead of merely stating the best, we asked the new-to-town cast of the production what kind of wings they like. With that knowledge in hand we made
- [Space Whiskey Is Now A Glorious Thing](https://diningout.com/denver/space-whiskey-is-now-a-glorious-thing/): Mile High Spirits owner Wyn Ferrell loves space, he also loves making spirits like whiskey in Denver. So when the idea came to combine his two passions, he jumped on it. “We are the first to send a barrel to the stratosphere and sell it to the public,” said Wyn Ferrell, owner of Mile High
- [How To Deck the Bar With Local Goodies](https://diningout.com/denver/how-to-deck-the-bar-with-local-goodies/): This season we have taken the traditional Advent calendar and made it boozy for the bar, all with Colorado products*. The gifting adventure started on December 1, and we have posted an opening each day. Now, after 12 days of Christmas fun, here's a run down of what we got, and a couple ways to
- [Savor a Taste Of the World Through Soup](https://diningout.com/denver/savor-a-taste-of-the-world-through-soup/): As temperatures take a sharp drop this winter, we find a renewed appreciation for all things cozy, especially when it involves a steaming bowl of soup. Aside from the comforting aspect, the best part about soup comes in how universal it is. Soup has warmed communities across the world, and each culture has made it
- [Barolo Grill Brings the Magic of Piemonte to Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/barolo-grill-brings-the-magic-of-piemonte-to-denver/): It's tough to miss the cheerful sunflower painted on the side of Barolo Grill while cruising eastbound on Sixth Avenue in Denver. The restaurant has been there since 1992, and that sunny flower acts like a beacon to those seeking some of the best Northern Italian food in town, paired with an esteemed wine list.
- [SAME Cafe and Chef Kim Brazile Build a Special Community](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-kim-brazile-at-same-cafe/): Since 2006, SAME Café has been an oasis for the diners along East Colfax Avenue, and anyone hungry can have a solid meal. Founded by Brad and Libby Birky, the full name of the restaurant is So All May Eat Café, or SAME Café, and it truly allows all to eat whether they pay for
- [Frasca Hospitality Group Moves South With New Casual Concept](https://diningout.com/denver/frasca-hospitality-group-moves-south-with-new-casual-concept/): When news broke that the Boulder-based Frasca Hospitality Group wanted to open an Italian restaurant on South University Boulevard and East Hampton Avenue, the first thought was, why. Then the announcement came that chef Russell Stippich would be leading the charge, leaving his spot as executive chef of Bar Dough after four years. Again, the
- [How To Celebrate Heirloom Tomato Season With Delicious Dishes In Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/heirloom-tomato-season-denver/): Savor a taste of summer through heirloom tomato season. We’re talking Brandywine, Black Krim, Green Zebra, Alice Dream, Cherokee Purple, and the list goes on. What better way to celebrate the end of summer than with special dishes featuring the fruit (yes, a tomato is actually a fruit, not a vegetable as many assume). From
- [This Is Not a Drill, Cart-Driver LoHi Is Back](https://diningout.com/denver/this-is-not-a-drill-cart-driver-lohi-is-back/): Many of us have waited with bated breath for Cart-Driver to reopen its LoHi location, but after delays and broken promises, the outcome looked bleak. But now we have a relaunch date, Thursday, January 16. "It’s been a long slow process, but it's really allowed us to rethink Cart-Driver LoHi," said owner Andy Niemeyer, adding
- [Order a New Perspective On Art, (of) War, and Brunch](https://diningout.com/denver/brunch-at-church-and-union/): Sunday service never tasted so good as Church & Union slays weekend brunch with an epic breakfast board, fried chicken, and plenty of mimosas. Though an array of unique, Denver-oriented tidbits are offered at Church & Union, it’s actually the fourth location of the concept by 5th Street Group and co-owned by Top Chef alum,
- [Now Is the Time To Eat Eggs For Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner](https://diningout.com/denver/now-is-the-time-to-eat-eggs-for-breakfast-lunch-and-dinner/): In Sweden eating eggs isn’t as common as it is in America, yet owners Elisabet and Glenn Eriksson, a wife and husband team, found joy in the ingredient and launched Eggs Inc. in Stockholm in 2019. Now, Eggs Inc., which stands for “included” rather than “incorporated,” has a stateside location right in the heart of
- [Chef Tracker: July Brings a New Heavy Weight To Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-tracker-july/): Restaurant Olivia has promoted Robert Anderson to chef de cuisine, a position that they haven’t had since Addison Bollert shifted to the morning sous chef position about a year ago. He’s been with the team for over a year, working closely with executive chef and co-owner Ty Leon developing dishes for both the regular menu
- [Sunflower Seeds Ukraine Raises Money In the Tastiest Way Possible](https://diningout.com/denver/sunflower-seeds-ukraine-dine-out/): For the fourth year in a row you can dine out to support Ukraine thanks to the non-profit Sunflower Seeds Ukraine. Fill your belly and your soul by going out to select restaurants on Thursday, July 24, all day long. This year around 50 venues from across the Front Range are participating, each giving five-
- [Score With the Latest and Official Denver Broncos Whiskey](https://diningout.com/denver/score-with-the-latest-denver-broncos-whiskey/): With football fans in the general state of high spirits, what else could the Denver Broncos do than bottle an actual spirit to keep them even happier. That’s where Breckenridge Distillery comes in. Now in year two of creating the official whiskey of the Broncos, adults who love their team have another reason to cheer.
- [BARK WEEK: Embrace Super Pup Energy at Wild Corgi Pub](https://diningout.com/denver/bark-week-wild-corgi-pub-denver/): Few dog breeds have as wild a following as corgis. With their stubby little legs and fluffy butts, these royal canines beloved by the late Queen Elizabeth have earned a fanatic fan base. So, it’s no surprise Denver has a pub named after one. Enter Wild Corgi Pub at 1223 E. 13th Ave., where the
- [Decades Strong, The Fort Continues to Celebrate Frontier Dining](https://diningout.com/denver/the-fort-history-morrison/): In our new series #TBT, or Throwback Thursdays, we’ll revisit some of the Denver metro area’s tried and true restaurants that have become institutions, like The Fort. These places have weathered the shifts in our city’s restaurant landscape. As flashy newcomers enter and exit, these restaurants, bars, and cafes remain, though sometimes get overlooked by
- [Chef Aiden Tibbetts of Wildflower in LoHi Brings His Garden to the Plate](https://diningout.com/denver/wildflower-denver-chef-aiden-tibbetts/): The menu at Wildflower in LoHi blooms with the season, showcasing not only what’s fresh on the Colorado scene, but what chef Aiden Tibbetts can pick from his family garden. Wildflower opened in 2020, located inside the Life House hotel. Tibbetts has been there from the get go, navigating the pandemic, to-go foods, and taking
- [Make Monday Great Again With Vegan Fare and Superb Wines](https://diningout.com/denver/somebody-people-vegan-wine-restaurant/): Somebody People, Denver's beloved plant-forward restaurant on South Broadway, is giving Denverites a reason to look forward to Mondays. With the launch of the monthly Somebody's Enoteca, the team invites you to slow down, savor something special, and experience a European-style wine bar paired with chef Justin Freeman's crave-worthy vegan fare. For $40, the Enoteca
- [Dining Out With Football Legend Ed McCaffrey ](https://diningout.com/denver/dining-out-with-football-legend-ed-mccaffrey/): For 13 years Ed McCaffrey played as a wide receiver for the National Football League (NFL). The teams he was on included New York Giants, San Francisco 49ers, and, perhaps most importantly, the Denver Broncos. McCaffrey has been regarded as one of the best blocking wide receivers ever, and his skills helped bring home three
- [MasterChef All-Stars Take the Stage in Sugar Land for a Night of Live Cooking and Competition](https://diningout.com/houston/masterchef-all-stars-take-the-stage-in-sugar-land-for-a-night-of-live-cooking-and-competition/): Yes, chef! Houston foodies can prepare for a night of high-stakes flavor and live kitchen drama during MasterChef All-Stars Live!, coming to the Smart Financial Centre in Sugar Land on Friday, October 17. During its Houston-area stop, the multi-city stage show will give its audience a chance to experience America’s most famous kitchen in an
- [BARK WEEK: The Original Ninfa’s Teams Up with Lone Star Pawz for Inaugural PAWZtober Fest in Houston](https://diningout.com/houston/the-original-ninfas-teams-up-with-lone-star-paws-for-inaugural-pawztober-fest-in-houston/): This fall, the Original Ninfa’s is giving Houstonians a reason to eat, drink, and party for a good cause. The iconic Tex-Mex restaurant is kicking off the season with its first ever PAWZtober Fest at the Uptown location on Saturday, October 4. In collaboration with Lone Star Pawz, a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit, foster-based animal rescue
- [Legendary Houston Restaurant, Truluck’s Debuts Glamorous New Look After a Summer Refresh](https://diningout.com/houston/legendary-houston-restaurant-trulucks-debuts-glamorous-new-look-after-a-summer-refresh/): A legend is reborn. Truluck’s, the longstanding Galleria-area restaurant lauded for its signature Florida stone crab, has reopened its doors after receiving a multi-million-dollar renovation this summer. While the massive overhaul reveals glamorous updates to the dining room and bar, it also unleashes a new era for the hometown restaurant, which continues to surprise diners
- [Cardi B Receives a Custom Trill Burgers Box from Bun B During Houston Album Launch](https://diningout.com/houston/cardi-b-receives-a-custom-trill-burgers-box-from-bun-b-during-houston-album-launch/): Yet another celebrity has been cast under the Trill Burgers spell. On Tuesday, September 23, during a stop at a Cypress-area Wal-Mart to promote her latest album “Am I The Drama?”, hip-hop superstar Cardi B got a surprise visit from Houston’s own Bun B, legendary rapper and Trill Burgers co-founder, who personally presented her with
- [Gluten Free And Diet Friendly Favorites From Just BE Kitchen](https://diningout.com/denver/gluten-free-and-diet-friendly-favorites-from-just-be-kitchen/): Creating a safe space for those with gluten allergies, on a Keto diet, doing the Whole 30 plan, and lactose-free diners wasn’t always the goal, said Jennifer Peters, owner of Just BE Kitchen. But as she worked with her own dietary restraints she found others were glad to have an easy option as well. “It's
- [How To Celebrate National Spritz Day Everyday](https://diningout.com/denver/how-to-celebrate-national-spritz-day-everyday/): Spritz season is upon us, and has been since the first inkling of warmer weather. The Italian-based apéritif classically features a blanched mix of Prosecco, digestive bitters, and soda water. But just because the traditional way slays, that doesn’t mean we can’t embellish the cocktail. In fact, at Coperta, the team has put together a
- [Get Ready To Play, Opening Day Is Here](https://diningout.com/denver/get-ready-to-play-opening-day-is-here/): The Rockies season officially kicks off April 4, and this Opening Day we are ready. The game starts at 2:10 p.m., but the festivities around town begin bright and early. So whether you are into brunch, bar hopping, or playing other games as you anticipate the big game, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
- [Bowls by KO Brings Gluten-Free Dishes to New Denver Location](https://diningout.com/denver/bowls-by-ko-new-opening-denver/): Though Bowls by KO in Denver serves dishes featuring whole grains, proteins, and veggies, that's now how chef Katelin Overton started her food career. In fact, the first thing she learned to make was pasta at the tender age of 8-years-old. Ironically, her family was in the food business and ran a slew of ice
- [Happy Hour at Velvet Cellar Satisfies With Great Food and Deals](https://diningout.com/denver/happy-hour-at-velvet-cellar-denver/): One of the best places to get a delightful bite on the cheap before a show at the Denver Center of Performing Arts, prior to a game at Ball Arena, or after a busy day at the Convention Center is located right on the corner of Wynkoop and 15th Streets. We’re talking about The Velvet
- [Big Changes For a Denver Vegan Fast Food Chain](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-vegan-next-level-veggie-grill/): The popularity of vegan food has grown and become more prevalent in mainstream food cultures, and for Matt de Gruyter, owner of Next Level Veggie Grill, he’s banking on it. “It’s either sane or inspired,” said de Gruyter, who started his company Next Level Burger in 2014, a vegan fast food concept founded in Oregon,
- [Uncle Tim’s Cocktails Expand To a Very Special Tasting Room](https://diningout.com/denver/uncle-tims-cocktails-broderick-denver-bar/): Imbibers may know Uncle Tim’s Cocktails from the line up of bottled craft drinks, but now owner Tim Felkner has Broderick, a cozy lounge to serve them in. But it goes beyond the bottle. Expect cocktail flights, unique combinations, mocktails, and easy snacks such as charcuterie, panini, and tinned fish. “My goal is to create
- [Spotlight on Sustainability: Black Cat Cultivates a Greener Future in Boulder County ](https://diningout.com/denver/spotlight-on-sustainability-black-cat-farm-boulder/): Bramble & Hare was among just four Colorado restaurants to earn a green star on this year’s Michelin guide. It was the second time the Boulder-based bistro had accepted the honor, which is reserved for restaurants at the industry’s forefront of sustainability. Fittingly, co-owner and chef Eric Skokan was parked outside the award ceremony venue
- [Chef Tracker September: From Somms to Chefs, Denver’s Hiring Right Now](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-tracker-september-denver/): Chef Ashely Novelo has moved on from her role as executive chef at the LoHi prohibition-style speakeasy Williams & Graham. She left to take the position as chef de cuisine at chef Dana Rodriguez’s modern steakhouse Carne in RiNo. Carne. This comes as Rodriguez opens a second location of her RiNo restaurant Work & Class.
- [From Sensational Sandwiches to Tequila Chicken, Chef Cliff Benavides Impresses](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-cliff-benevides-takeover-courier/): This week we welcome chef Cliff Benavides to our Instagram stories so he can show us his joy of cooking and running the kitchen at Courier in the Grand Hyatt Denver hotel. The chef recently moved to the area and comes to the Mile High with decades of food knowledge under his apron, which he
- [A Hauntingly Delicious Halloween: Houston Brunches, Balls & Costume Parties to Hit This Spooky Season](https://diningout.com/houston/a-hauntingly-delicious-halloween-houston-brunches-balls-costume-parties-to-hit-this-spooky-season/): In Houston, the spooky season may not come with a wind chill, but it does indeed come with a packed social calendar of festive ways to ring in Halloween. Houston restaurants and bars have brewed up a bewitching lineup of festivities this year, with local favorites transforming into spellbinding destinations for food, fun, and fright,
- [Where to Eat for Mother’s Day Brunch 2023](https://diningout.com/denver/mothers-day-2023/): Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 14, a mere arm's reach away. The day we celebrate the women who've loved us even when we ate Play-Doh and stuck peas up our noses. So, put on your Sunday best, get mom out of the kitchen, and allow Denver's finest to show her a good time. Here's
- [Chef'n It Shows You How To Cook With Denver's Top Talent](https://diningout.com/denver/chefn-it-cooking-show-denver/): Tarah Runco didn’t start out her career planning to make a cooking show. But pandemic predicaments, connecting with local chefs, and working with cinematographer Emerson Killion got the gears moving. But first Runco started spotlighting local, independent gems on her Instagram, @thebainmarie. Next came Behind the Apron Media, the media agency Runco started with Killion
- [From Single to Stacked: The Best Pancakes in New York](https://diningout.com/new-york/best-pancakes-nyc/): Pancakes are good any time of day, not just for breakfast or brunch. These 10 NYC spots have an array of options, from great toppings to fluffy masterpieces.
- [5 Hot New NYC Bar & Restaurant Openings to Know About This Week](https://diningout.com/new-york/nyc-restaurant-openings-july8/): It may be a rainy week in New York, but the bar and restaurant openings don’t stop, from Brooklyn barbecue to tons of tacos to brunch staples.
- [The Peddler Steakhouse Celebrates 50 Years as a Gatlinburg Dining Icon](https://diningout.com/atlanta/the-peddler-steakhouse-celebrates-50-years-as-a-gatlinburg-dining-icon/): Geoffrey Wolpert just turned 70. The Peddler Steakhouse, the log cabin restaurant he’s run on the banks of the Little Pigeon River since he was a management trainee fresh out of college, turns 50 this year, too—a coincidence he says rattled him more than the restaurant's anniversary did. Instead of dwelling on the numbers, his
- [The Ultimate Guide to the Washington Park Neighborhood in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-washington-park-neighborhood-guide/): Where to eat and drink around Denver's Washington Park, from restaurants on Gaylord Street to Italian newcomers and red sauce standbys.
- [Dock Local Sets July 16 Opening Date for New Dallas Farmers Market Location](https://diningout.com/dallas/dock-local-sets-july-16-opening-date-for-new-dallas-farmers-market-location/): After annoucing plans this spring, Dock Local has set an opening date for its newest restaurant in Downtown Dallas. The chef-driven seafood concept will officially debut at Dallas Farmers Market on Wednesday, July 16, marking its fourth Dallas-Fort Worth location and fifth nationwide. Founded by chef Brett Curtis, Dock Local has earned a loyal following
- [Houston's Hand Roll Boom Continues as KOYO Opens in the Heights](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-hand-roll-boom-continues-as-koyo-opens-in-the-heights/): Houston's appetite for hand rolls is only getting bigger. KOYO Hand Roll Bar, the Webster-born concept known for its made-to-order sushi and intimate counter dining, is expanding inside the Loop with a new Heights location at 1835 North Shepherd Drive, set to open Thursday, July 16. The 26-seat restaurant brings KOYO's signature approach—hand rolls crafted
- [Fielding's Brings Back 25-Cent Martinis Across All Houston-Area Locations This Summer](https://diningout.com/houston/fieldings-brings-back-25-cent-martinis-across-all-houston-area-locations-this-summer/): Last summer, Houstonians showed up in herds for one of the city's most talked-about happy hour deals. Now, it's making a comeback—and this time, it's bigger. Fielding's Culinary Group has announced the return of its popular 25-cent martini promotion, expanding the fan-favorite special to all Fielding's locations every Friday throughout the summer. Available from 11:30
- [The Best Valley Eateries to Celebrate National Hot Dog Month](https://diningout.com/phoenix/best-hot-dogs-phoenix/): From naked sausages to cheese-covered masterpieces to corndogs, these Phoenix hot dogs satisfy on so many levels. Bonus, July is National Hot Dog Month!
- [Athens Is More Than a Beer Town: The Best Cocktail Bars in Athens, Georgia](https://diningout.com/atlanta/athens-is-more-than-a-beer-town-the-best-cocktail-bars-in-athens-georgia/): Athens is more than a beer town: where to drink cocktails in the Classic City, from Nighthawk Lounge to a Thai spot pouring yuzu gin.
- [10 Best Breakfast Restaurants in Atlanta, From Southern Classics to Trendy Brunch Spots](https://diningout.com/atlanta/10-best-breakfast-restaurants-in-atlanta-from-southern-classics-to-trendy-brunch-spots/): Atlanta's breakfast scene offers far more than a quick morning bite. From fluffy pancakes and Southern comfort classics to specialty coffee and creative brunch dishes, the city is packed with spots that turn breakfast into an experience. Each neighborhood brings its own flavor, atmosphere, and personality to the table. Whether you're looking for a cozy
- [The 10 Best BYOB Restaurants in New York City](https://diningout.com/new-york/best-byob-restaurants-in-new-york-city/): A good BYOB restaurant in New York is hard to find. But when you do, it’s great news both for saving money while dining out and uncorking a special wine.
- [The Best Tasting Rooms and Bars to Experience Arizona Wine](https://diningout.com/phoenix/best-places-to-drink-arizona-wines/): You don’t need to leave the Valley to enjoy the flavors of the Grand Canyon State’s vineyards. These tasting rooms, bars and restaurants highlight Arizona wine.
- [Chef Ivan Gonzalez's Favorite Restaurants in Phoenix Right Now](https://diningout.com/phoenix/dining-out-with-chef-ivan-gonzalezs-phoenix/): Phoenix chef Ivan Gonzalez manages the menus at Wren & Wolf, Filthy Animal, and more. He shares his favorite places to dine outside his restaurants.
- [Plate Full of Denver News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-news-bites-july13/): From super model visits to peach pizza to a lost giraffe, grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef news, dished out on July 13.
- [Tasty Reasons to Visit Park Slope Right Now ](https://diningout.com/new-york/tasty-reasons-to-visit-park-slope-brooklyn/): From elevated sandwich shops to old school red sauce joints to Sonoran food, Park Slope in Brooklyn has something tasty for everyone.
- [Plate Full of New York News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/new-york/plate-full-of-new-york-news-bites-july14/): From National Hot Dog Day to the loss of a Brooklyn icon to a new pop-up, grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef news, dished out on July 14.
- [11 Atlanta Restaurants Serving the City's Best Dim Sum](https://diningout.com/atlanta/11-atlanta-restaurants-serving-the-citys-best-dim-sum/): 11 Atlanta restaurants for dim sum, from banquet halls with rolling carts and Sunday crowds to fast-casual kiosks and Shanghai-style dumpling houses.
- [Neighborhood Sushi Opens in Dallas, Bringing Austin's Beloved Japanese Restaurant to Highland Park](https://diningout.com/dallas/neighborhood-sushi-opens-in-dallas-bringing-austins-beloved-japanese-restaurant-to-highland-park/): Austin's Neighborhood Sushi opened June 30 at the Shops of Highland Park in Dallas, with seasonal sushi and an approachable take on Japanese dining.
- [Round Out Your Life With These Fantastic Phoenix Doughnut Shops](https://diningout.com/phoenix/best-phoenix-doughnut-shops/): From neighborhood counters to polished pastry cafés, these Greater Phoenix shops offer plenty of reasons to bring home a box of doughnuts (donuts).
- [Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/phoenix/plate-full-of-phoenix-news-bites-july14-2026/): From pizza to help pups to watermelon everything to a couple birthday bashes, grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef news dished out on July 14.
- [Chef Takeover: Theo Adley on Great Chicken and Addictive Anchovies](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-takeover-theo-adley-heretik-denver/): What does chef Theo Adley of Marigold Lyons and Heretik in Denver do in a day? Follow the chef takeover to see him prep, cook, and make chicken magic.
- [Duro Hospitality Opens Scilla This Friday, Bringing a New Coastal Italian Restaurant to Dallas' Preston Center](https://diningout.com/dallas/duro-hospitality-opens-scilla-this-friday-bringing-a-new-coastal-italian-restaurant-to-dallas-preston-center/): Duro Hospitality is adding another ambitious restaurant to its growing Dallas portfolio, this time turning its attention to the Italian coast. The hospitality group behind some of North Texas' most celebrated restaurants—including the Charles, Sister, Mister Charles, El Carlos Elegante, Café Duro, Casa Duro, Norman's Japanese Grill, and Fort Worth's the Chumley House—will debut Scilla
- [DiningOut Readers Pick the Best Burger and Fries Spots in Dallas](https://diningout.com/dallas/diningout-readers-pick-the-best-burger-and-fries-spots-in-dallas/): Ask Dallas where to find the city's best burger and fries, and you'll get more than a few opinions. When DiningOut Dallas posed the question to readers on Facebook, nearly 90 comments rolled in, naming 48 different restaurants. One thing became clear almost immediately: Dallas diners aren't chasing flashy toppings or social media trends. They're
- [Morso Opens in Boulder With Irresistible Little Italy-Inspired Dishes](https://diningout.com/denver/morso-opens-in-boulder-italian/): The team behind Blackberry debuted Morso, a Little Italy-inspired restaurant in Boulder. Expect plenty of chicken parm, meatballs, mozzarella sticks, and wine.
- [How Double Zero Elevated Pizza Night in Atlanta](https://diningout.com/atlanta/how-double-zero-elevated-pizza-night-in-atlanta/): Pizza has quietly become one of the most chef-driven categories in American dining. Once defined by quantity and convenience, today's best pizzerias are judged by fermentation schedules, flour blends, wood-fired ovens, and the restraint to let exceptional ingredients speak for themselves. In Atlanta, few restaurants have done more to shape that evolution than Double Zero.
- [Zanti's Mamma Mia! Brunch Returns to Houston With ABBA Hits, Cocktails, and Disco Fun](https://diningout.com/houston/zantis-mamma-mia-brunch-returns-to-houston-with-abba-hits-cocktails-and-disco-fun/): One of Houston's most popular themed brunches is making a return this summer. Zanti Cucina Italiana has announced the return of its fan-favorite Mamma Mia! Brunch, bringing an afternoon of ABBA anthems, disco glamour, and Mediterranean-inspired festivities back to the River Oaks Shopping Center on Saturday, August 22. Running from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.,
- [DiningOut Readers Pick Houston's Best Mexican Restaurants](https://diningout.com/houston/diningout-readers-pick-houstons-best-mexican-restaurants/): DiningOut readers left more than 250 comments naming 55 Houston Mexican restaurants, from Tex-Mex institutions to family-owned spots. Here's who won.
- [The Clara Hotel Opens in Plano, Bringing Field & Vine Restaurant and Archer Cocktail Bar](https://diningout.com/dallas/the-clara-hotel-opens-in-plano-bringing-field-vine-restaurant-and-archer-cocktail-bar/): Plano's newest hotel is betting that its biggest draw won't be the guest rooms—it'll be dinner. With the opening of the Clara Hotel in Plano's Legacy Corridor comes Field & Vine, a chef-driven restaurant that aims to become a destination for locals as much as overnight guests. The restaurant anchors the reimagined property, formerly the
- [Houston's First Sim Racing Speakeasy, Ignition, Opens at Velocity in Sawyer Yards](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-first-sim-racing-speakeasy-ignition-opens-at-velocity-in-sawyer-yards/): Houston's newest speakeasy doesn't hide behind a bookshelf or an unmarked door—visitors will find it behind a wall of racing steering wheels. On Friday, July 17, Velocity | Sim Racing Lounge will unveil Ignition, a hidden cocktail lounge tucked inside its Sawyer Yards location at 2110 Edwards Street. The new concept expands Houston's first premium
- [Lombardi Family Concepts to Turn Former Yia Yia Mary's Into Eliás Estiatorio, a New Greek Restaurant in Uptown Houston](https://diningout.com/houston/lombardi-family-concepts-to-turn-former-yia-yia-marys-into-elias-estiatorio-a-new-greek-restaurant-in-uptown-houston/): Lombardi Family Concepts, the restaurant group behind Lombardi Cucina Italiana, Maison Chinoise, and Toulouse, is bringing another ambitious dining destination to Houston—this time with a taste of the Greek isles. The Dallas-based hospitality group has announced plans to open Eliás Estiatorio this winter at 4747 San Felipe St., transforming the former Yia Yia Mary's space
- [Mickey's Top Sirloin Remains Constantly Great, Even After 60 Years](https://diningout.com/denver/mickeys-top-sirloin-denver-tbt/): Since the 1960s Mickey's Top Sirloin has served Denver hand-cut steaks and great green chili. Best part, it's just as consistently good today as back then.
- [James Beard Foundation Seeks New Host City for Awards—Could Houston Be in the Running?](https://diningout.com/houston/james-beard-foundation-seeks-new-host-city-for-awards-could-houston-be-in-the-running/): Is the Windy City losing its grip on the Oscars of the restaurant world? Earlier this week, the James Beard Foundation announced it has launched a nationwide search for a future home for the prestigious restaurant and journalism awards programs that have been held in Chicago since 2015. While the annual awards presentation will continue
- [The 11 Best Restaurants for Group Dining in Atlanta](https://diningout.com/atlanta/the-11-best-restaurants-for-group-dining-in-atlanta/): Forget cramming a birthday party into a corner four-top. These Atlanta restaurants know how to serve a crowd, especially once it hits double digits. From spacious patios to eateries built for big, flexible tables and family-style plates of Persian mezza and Korean BBQ that keep everyone happy, these are the spots to book, whatever your
- [How Bryan Caswell Built Latuli Around the People Behind the Plate](https://diningout.com/houston/how-bryan-caswell-built-latuli-around-the-people-behind-the-plate/): Bryan Caswell has spent much of his career chasing ingredients—not the rarest or the most expensive, but the ones with the strongest connection to the land, the water, and the people who produce them. Sometimes that means driving to meet a rancher or waiting out a week of storms before Gulf fishermen can get back
- [The Best Bagel Shops in Dallas for Breakfast, Schmear, and Sandwiches](https://diningout.com/dallas/the-best-bagel-shops-in-dallas-for-breakfast-schmear-and-sandwiches/): Dallas is home to several outstanding bagel shops, some of which have earned national acclaim. Whether you prefer your bagel piled high with bacon, egg, and cheese or kept simple with a generous schmear, the city's bakeries offer no shortage of ways to satisfy your craving. From classic boiled-and-baked New York-style bagels to inventive creations
- [From Pho to Bánh Mì: The 16 Best Vietnamese Restaurants in Dallas](https://diningout.com/dallas/from-pho-to-banh-mi-the-16-best-vietnamese-restaurants-in-dallas/): 16 Dallas Vietnamese restaurants for pho, bánh mì and sugar cane drinks, from strip mall gems to Michelin-recognized kitchens.
- [19 Best Restaurants in Fort Worth to Try Right Now](https://diningout.com/dallas/19-best-restaurants-in-fort-worth-to-try-right-now/): Often considered the more casual sibling when compared to neighboring Dallas, Fort Worth has a style all its own. With heavy influences from its Wild West past and its current position as a world-class cultural city—thanks to an incredible arts scene—you’ll always find a harmonious juxtaposition of luxury and laid-back. That same spirit extends to
- [Fourth of July Grilling Tips From Atlanta Butchers: Where to Buy the Best Meat](https://diningout.com/atlanta/fourth-of-july-grilling-tips-from-atlanta-butchers-where-to-buy-the-best-meat/): The Fourth of July is the single biggest grilling day on the American calendar, and this year, America250 celebrations add another layer of anticipation to the mix. Yet, most of us still plan to default to grabbing a family pack of whatever’s on sale at the nearest supermarket. Atlanta, we can do better. Back in
- [Meet the Mexican Ice Pop: 10 Paleta Shops in Houston to Cool Your Summer, Plus Ice Cream, Agua Frescas, and More](https://diningout.com/houston/meet-the-mexican-ice-pop-10-paleta-shops-in-houston-to-cool-your-summer-plus-ice-cream-agua-frescas-and-more/): Each summer, Houstonians get the tropical version of cabin fever, staying inside homes and offices with the AC on full blast. Luckily, there are plenty of frosty and delicious treats around town that can offer a welcome reprieve from the heat. Paletas, a Mexican popsicle made from ingredients like fresh fruit and cream, are just
- [Woman-Made Wines in Japan](https://diningout.com/global/woman-made-wines-in-japan/): Raise a glass to women in wine as we celebrate Women’s History Month with a lineup of female-made wines from around the world. Explore each remarkable bottle in Denver restaurants and learn the stories of the women behind the wines. The history of wine spans centuries and is deeply rooted in tradition. Historically, it was
- [Betting on the Best Barbecue Restaurants in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/best-barbecue-spots-around-denver/): Colorado has some great barbecue joints, you just need to know where to look. From Caribbean spices to smoky platters of meat to sensational sides, go here.
- [Over 20 Great Patios for Outdoor Dining in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/best-patios-outdoor-dining-denver/): 25-plus Denver patios for brunch, dinner or drinks, from dog-friendly spots to places to watch a game on a big outdoor screen.
- [The Sheep in Wolf’s Clothing](https://diningout.com/denver/sheep-denver-pop-up-id-est/): Sheep, a three-month pop-up by Kelly Whitaker at Cherry Creek’s Clayton Hotel, offers a glimpse into the only two-Michelin-starred restaurant in Colorado.
- [Where to Celebrate 713 Day in Houston: Food, Drinks & Deals](https://diningout.com/houston/celebrate-713-day-with-houston-themed-food-drinks-and-events/): Beyond partaking in all of the festive goings on that the summer season brings, Houstonians are gearing up for 713 Day, the unofficial holiday celebrating the city of Houston that is named after its original area code. Many Houstonians remember a time when there was only one area code: 713. It’s been around since 1947,
- [Houston FIFA World Cup 2026 Guide: The Best Watch Parties, Fan Festivals and Soccer Events](https://diningout.com/houston/houston-fifa-world-cup-2026-guide-the-best-watch-parties-fan-festivals-and-soccer-events/): Houston is getting ready for its international close-up as one of the U.S. host cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026. The tournament will run from Thursday, June 11 through Sunday, July 19, bringing soccer fans from around the globe to North America and putting Houston squarely in the spotlight. Here in Houston, NRG Stadium—home
- [26 Houston Restaurants and Bars Serving World Cup Specials During FIFA 2026](https://diningout.com/houston/26-houston-restaurants-and-bars-serving-world-cup-specials-during-fifa-2026/): The arrival of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Houston is causing loads of excitement for soccer fans, but it is also igniting hometown pride across the city. Restaurants and local businesses are taking advantage of the influx of international visitors and sports enthusiasts by showcasing the city’s diverse culinary scene and creative cocktail culture
- [Exclusive Look: Lauded Restaurant Riot BBQ Heads to Stock Show](https://diningout.com/denver/exclusive-look-riot-bbq-stock-show/): Chef Manny Barella and pitmaster Patrick Klaiber are popping up all month long at the Stock Show and gave us a peek behind the scenes.
- [Plate Full of Denver News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-news-bites-july-6/): From a fundraiser for Venezuela to a new ladies night complete with crafts, grab a serving of the latest restaurant, bar, and chef news, dished out on July 6.
- [Where to Celebrate Bastille Day in Houston: French Restaurants, Specials & Events](https://diningout.com/houston/where-to-celebrate-bastille-day-in-houston-french-restaurants-specials-events/): Whether you know every word to "La Marseillaise" or simply can't resist a flaky croissant or colorful macaron, Bastille Day is the perfect excuse to embrace a little French culture. Bastille Day is France's national holiday, celebrated each July 14 to commemorate the storming of the Bastille in 1789 and the beginning of the French
- [The Hottest Cocktail Bars in Phoenix Right Now](https://diningout.com/phoenix/hottest-cocktail-bars-in-phoenix/): Check out the wild cocktail scene in Phoenix. These eight bars not only offer great drinks, but themes centered around history, Arizona, and transportation.
- [Mile High Asian Food Week Back With Even More Excitement](https://diningout.com/denver/mile-high-asian-food-week-back-with-even-more-excitement/): After launching two years ago, Mile High Asian Food Week is back for number three. This time there’s 80 participating vendors located all the way from Loveland to Colorado Springs. Over half are in Denver, and every single participant is AANHPI (Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander) owned. The week-long festivities kick off April 27
- [Giddy-Up to These Houston Restaurants Slinging Rodeo-Themed Food and Drink Specials](https://diningout.com/houston/giddy-up-to-these-houston-restaurants-slinging-rodeo-themed-food-and-drink-specials/): As the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo gears up for its 2025 season, so do Houston restaurants with themed food and drink specials that serve as the perfect pre-event snack or post-event nightcap. The Rodeo kicks off Tuesday, March 4 and lasts through Sunday, March 23, with an entire weekend prior devoted to the World
- [Have a Blast At One of These Games-Fueled Eateries](https://diningout.com/denver/have-a-blast-at-one-of-these-games-fueled-eateries/): There’s something to be said for local restaurants combining food and drink with a fun activity and games. No matter if you’re going out with the family, planning a laid-back date night, team building or just meeting up with your buds, these five spots are great for both eating and entertainment. Punch Bowl Social Long
- [The Harmonious Marriage Of Italian Food And Wine](https://diningout.com/denver/the-harmonious-marriage-of-italian-food-and-wine/): Treating wine as an integral ingredient in a dish rather than a separate component can transform our relationship with both. A bite of food layered with flavor combined with a sip of wine packed with aromatic complexity, and you have an experience to transcend the sum of its parts. Denver's Michelin Guide-recommended Restaurant Olivia offers
- [Eat, Drink, and Be Scary at these Restaurants Celebrating Halloween](https://diningout.com/houston/eat-drink-and-be-scary-at-these-restaurants-celebrating-halloween/): With Houston restaurants and bars decked out in spider webs and skeletons, it’s hard not to get caught up in the spirit of the Halloween season. Rummaging through Halloween candy after a well-spent evening of trick-or-treating has its charm, but there are plenty of other tasty ways to celebrate throughout the city too. Restaurants, bars,
- [Denver Dining Housed in a Delicious Slice of History](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-dining-history/): Denver restaurants inside restored 19th-century buildings, from the Ship's Tavern at the Brown Palace to new projects from Half Eaten Cookie Hospitality.
- [DiningOut in Houston: Year in Review](https://diningout.com/houston/2024-diningout-in-houston/): As the food scene in Houston seems to get more and more dynamic each year, it’s safe to say that this year was an especially memorable one. Aside from the most obvious and exciting for DiningOut, which was its foray into Houston’s editorial market after the site’s launch in September, 2024 brought many milestone moments
- [Smashburger Sensation Burger Bodega to Expand to Katy](https://diningout.com/houston/smashburger-sensation-burger-bodega-to-expand-to-katy/): Two years after opening its first brick-and-mortar restaurant, Burger Bodega has set its sights on Katy for a second location as it expands its footprint across the greater Houston area. The hit smashburger concept, the brainchild of Houston food influencer Abbas Dhanani, garnered a fast following from local pop-ups before it officially opened its doors
- [The Sensational Sustainable Partnership At Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar](https://diningout.com/denver/the-sensational-sustainable-partnership-at-jax-fish-house-oyster-bar/): For over a decade chef Sheila Lucero, culinary director of Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar, has focused on sustainable seafood, and now, she’s going further and teaming up with Thistle Whistle Farm in Hotchkiss. “From early on we have always had good guest engagement and curiosity, which helped inspire us to dig deep into
- [Houston Restaurants Taking Action in Support of Hill Country Flood Relief](https://diningout.com/global/houston-restaurants-taking-action-in-support-of-hill-country-flood-relief/): In the wake of the catastrophic flooding in Kerr County and the surrounding Texas Hill Country on July 4, Houston chefs and restaurants are banding together to make it easy for locals to offer their support for relief efforts. Some are donating proceeds of their business on designated days, many are accepting donations and supplies
- [Revitalizing the 16th Street Mall Has Left Restaurants Wanting More](https://diningout.com/denver/revitalizing-the-16th-street-mall-has-left-restaurants-wanting-more/): The mere mention of the 16th Street Mall tends to stir strong reactions amongst Denverites. The mile-long pedestrian throughway, once a bustling hub of activity, has faced significant challenges in recent years due to the aftereffects of COVID-19, then exacerbated by prolonged construction. Opened in 1982 and designed by architectural luminaries I.M. Pei, Henry Cobb,
- [Weekend Brunch: Eggs Benedict Bring a Savory Sensation To the Table](https://diningout.com/denver/weekend-brunch-eggs-benedict-bring-a-savory-sensation-to-the-table/): When it comes to brunch dishes, few can match the iconic status of eggs Benedict. In its most traditional form, the dish comprises poached eggs and Canadian bacon on an English muffin, all topped with hollandaise sauce, a classic French-style emulsion of egg yolks, melted butter, and lemon. But some of Denver’s beloved brunch spots
- [The BigEat Brings Amazing Chefs Together For a Good Cause](https://diningout.com/denver/the-bigeat-brings-amazing-chefs-together-for-a-good-cause/): Head to the open-air Galleria at the Denver Performing Arts Complex on Thursday, July 18, for a spread of local eats and drinks during the BigEat. Over 70 participants will be on hand showcasing some of their most beloved dishes. Think Odie B's (formally Bodega) lamb pastrami sandwich. Bò lúc lắc in the form of
- [Weekend Brunch: Join the Sushi Party Every Sunday at Mizu](https://diningout.com/denver/weekend-brunch-join-the-sushi-party-every-sunday-at-mizu/): Denver loves brunch. Each Wednesday, we dish out the latest and greatest brunch spots around town, highlighting our favorite haunts and the dishes you crave. So pour a mimosa, grab a cup of coffee, and get ready to dive in. Fans of LoHi’s Mizu Izakaya now have another reason to go-weekend brunch. In line with
- [A Plate of Sustainable Pasta to Save the Planet](https://diningout.com/denver/a-plate-of-sustainable-pasta-to-save-the-planet/): While many of us fight gluten in our pasta and bread, over at The Land Institute in Kansas, the goal revolves around growing better grains that not only will nourish eaters, but the farms as well. And now, said perennial grains have made it to the menu at Olivia Restaurant in Washington Park. The first
- [The Greatest Local Sauces You Can Take Home](https://diningout.com/denver/the-greatest-local-sauces-you-can-take-home/): Experts around the country have been predicting 2025 will be the year of the sauce. But not just any sauce, tasty accoutrements from restaurants, chefs, and other people in the food game. For example, famed cookbook author and breastfeeding advocate Molly Batz just released a line of enhanced mayonnaise called Ayoh! Foods. Celebrity chef and
- [The Go-To Spot Of the Summer Pops Up in a Mexican Restaurant](https://diningout.com/denver/the-go-to-spot-of-the-summer-pops-up-in-a-mexican-restaurant/): Broomfield is not the first place one thinks of when talking about seafood, let alone the classic dishes found on the beaches of Mexico. That’s why chef Sharif Villa launched Choza, a summer pop-up in the back of 3 Margaritas Broomfield that runs until the end of August. Villa said he wanted to open Choza
- [What Happens When a Baker Goes Italian? Chef Luke Miller Knows](https://diningout.com/denver/what-happens-when-a-baker-goes-italian-chef-luke-miller-knows/): Italian food wasn't always at the forefront of chef Luke Miller’s mind. Nor was it the original concept The Greenwich in RiNo opened with. But now, the baker has created an American-Italian menu for the four-year-old restaurant, and we are so here for it. Having worked at Dry Storage in Boulder and the now closed
- [Miami Restaurant’s $33K Cocktail Sparks Buzz with Hermès Birkin Presentation](https://diningout.com/global/miami-restaurants-33k-cocktail-sparks-buzz-with-hermes-birkin-presentation/): Papi Steak, a popular Miami Beach restaurant frequented by celebrities like Leonardo DiCaprio and Sofia Vergara, has grabbed attention with a lavish menu item called “It’s Not a Bag, It’s a Cocktail.” Priced at $33,000, the drink is served inside an Hermès Birkin bag, one of the most exclusive and sought-after accessories in the world.
- [Wingapalooza Turns Up The Heat In A Chicken Wing Battle](https://diningout.com/denver/wingapalooza-turns-up-the-heat-in-a-chicken-wing-battle/): If someone handed you a hot wing that measured two-million on the Scoville scale of spice (SHU), would you eat it? Last weekend at Wingapalooza, 11 people did, willingly. “I participated in a raw chili pepper eating competition and we ate Carolina Reapers,” said heat-seeker Jonathan Ansell confidently. “I actually won this hat here two
- [New RARE Steak Championship Debuts in Dallas this Spring](https://diningout.com/dallas/new-rare-steak-championship-debuts-in-dallas-this-spring/): Two years after entering the Texas market, DiningOut Events has announced it is bringing its RARE Steak Championship to Dallas this spring. On Thursday, May 15, more than 25 local restaurants will descend upon Levy Plaza in Irving with their best steak dishes to battle it out for the championship title. Sponsored by Buckhead Meat
- [Weekend Brunch: Ototo Offers a Japanese Flourish To Breakfast](https://diningout.com/denver/weekend-brunch-ototo-offers-a-japanese-flourish-to-breakfast/): It’s no secret Denver loves brunch. Each Friday we’ll divulge the newest and best brunches around. Not only will we highlight our favorite spots for all your brunching needs, but also add lists of things you crave. So pour a mimosa, grab a cup of coffee, and get ready to eat. The Pearl Street Farmers
- [DiningOut Houston Makes Its Official Debut with Artsy Soirée](https://diningout.com/houston/diningout-houston-makes-its-official-debut-with-artsy-soiree/): It’s been a festive fall season for DiningOut! The Denver-based publication and events company debuted its food-focused site in Houston in September, with stories highlighting news, events, and the best of the city’s culinary talent, before throwing its second annual Rare Steak Championship in October. This week, festivities continued with an official launch party, sponsored
- [Wrangle an Appetite With Cowboy Themed Treats](https://diningout.com/denver/wrangle-an-appetite-with-cowboy-themed-treats/): Dust off your cowgirl boots and throw on your Stetson hat, the National Western Stock Show is back in town. From January 11 to 26, the 16-day event at the National Western Complex will feature rodeos, horse shows, bull riding, mutton bustin’, and all the excitement you can wrangle. The show isn't just about livestock,
- [Eat the Pantone Color of the Year, Mocha Mousse](https://diningout.com/denver/eat-the-pantone-color-of-the-year-mocha-mousse/): Each year the Pantone Color Institute (PCI) selects a hue in order to start a conversation around color. This year, the chosen shade is Mocha Mousse, which for us also strikes a conversation around food. As the name suggests, Mocha Mouse invokes the idea of rich, chocolate-colored dishes, Espresso Martinis, and even a savory course
- [BARK WEEK: Dallas Chefs and Hospitality Pros Pose With Their Loving Pups](https://diningout.com/dallas/bark-week-dallas-chefs-and-hospitality-pros-pose-with-their-loving-pups/): For DiningOut Dallas' first ever Bark Week, we asked chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality professionals to share photos with their pups. As expected, the result was almost too much cuteness to handle. Get to know a little about the faithful companions of a few of Dallas' culinary players, and most importantly…what they love to eat. Kazuhito
- [Woman-Made Wines in New Zealand](https://diningout.com/global/woman-made-wines-in-new-zealand/): Raise a glass to women in wine as we celebrate Women’s History Month with a lineup of female-made wines from around the world. Explore each remarkable bottle in Denver restaurants and learn the stories of the women behind the wines. The history of wine spans centuries and is deeply rooted in tradition. Historically, it was
- [Spotlight On Sustainability: Regenerative Beef Dominates C Burger in Boulder](https://diningout.com/denver/spotlight-on-sustainability-regenerative-beef-dominates-c-burger-in-boulder/): Last month Half Eaten Cookie Hospitality opened the first stand-alone location of its casual smash burger joint, C Burger. But it’s not just any burger place, the meat used in the patties comes from a ranch focused on regenerative farming. “It’s a holistic approach to raising cattle that enhances sustainability and allows you to be
- [Meet the Chef: Freddy Nguyen](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-poke-companys-freddy-nguyen/): Subheading A lot of poke places are franchises, run by entrepreneurs hoping to capitalize on the rise in poke popularity. At Denver Poke Company, things are done differently. “First and foremost, I'm a chef before I'm an owner,” says Freddy Nguyen, owner of Denver Poke Company, a hot little spot on Platte Street near LoHi.
- [One Old, Two New: Thai Restaurants To Try](https://diningout.com/denver/one-old-two-new-thai-restaurants-to-try/): The joys of Thai cuisine go well beyond the usual take-out orders of pad thai and drunken noodles, though we aren’t knocking those beloved dishes. Today it’s so much easier to find really good Thai food in Denver and the surrounding suburbs, often speaking to more traditional flavors and dishes and less on Americanized versions.
- [Weekend Brunch: Bottomless Mimosas and a New Breakfast Menu at American Elm](https://diningout.com/denver/weekend-brunch-bottomless-mimosas-and-a-new-breakfast-menu-at-american-elm/): Denver loves brunch. Each Wednesday, we dish out the latest and greatest brunch spots around town, highlighting our favorite haunts and the dishes you crave. So pour a mimosa, grab a cup of coffee, and get ready to dive in. Grab a slice of Brooklyn in Denver thanks to Bob Reiter, owner of American Elm
- [The Whimsical Skill and Dedication Behind an Epic Gingerbread House](https://diningout.com/denver/the-whimsical-skill-and-dedication-behind-an-epic-gingerbread-house/): Can you guess how much work goes into building a gingerbread village? According to Brielle Fratellone, executive pastry chef for Gaylord Rockies Resort & Convention Center, over 300 hours between 24 team members. To make the multi-building display, located in the property’s Mistletoe Village pop-up, Fratellone said the kitchen used 10 pounds of cinnamon, 75
- [Chef Josh Fryer Brings His Mad Steak Skills To RARE ](https://diningout.com/denver/josh-fryer-edge-restaurant-rare/): Chef Josh Fryer originally thought he wanted to be a criminologist, and even went to school for it. But the West Virginia native quickly discovered criminology wasn’t his calling, and moved on to cooking school instead. Thank goodness, otherwise we wouldn’t have such a talent running the kitchen at Edge Restaurant and Bar inside the
- [Chef Tracker: August Shifts at Guard and Grace and a New Concept Opening](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-tracker-august-2025/): There’s been a lot going on at Guard and Grace lately. In January it announced plans to expand into Charlotte, North Carolina. In June it hosted a collaborative dinner with Top Chef winner and former employee Tristen Epps. Then at the end of July, it announced the departure of executive chef Brent Turnipseede. No reason
- [Meet the Judges of the Inaugural Surf Seafood Championship ](https://diningout.com/denver/surf-seafood-2025-judges/): We are so excited to debut Surf, Denver’s primer seafood festival this Thursday, July 31 at McGregor Square. From 6 to 10 p.m. it’s all-you-can eat and drink from around 20 participating restaurants. Some of our esteemed eateries include Salt Water Social, Mizu Izakaya, Mizuna, Blue Island Oyster Bar, and Call Me Pearl. To kick
- [Spotlight on Sustainability: Championing Conscious Dining at Restaurant Olivia](https://diningout.com/denver/spotlight-on-sustainability-championing-conscious-dining-at-restaurant-olivia/): There's nothing easy about working in a restaurant. But even when things are running smoothly, how does one begin to unpack the many social, environmental, and ethical concerns tied to food? Lucky for Restaurant Olivia it now has Paula Thomas on the team to help work those issue out. Thomas has done extensive research into
- [Destination Dining: Intergalactic Transit Station In the Heart of Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/meow-wolf-sips-with-a-z/): Though Denver is a great place to be, it's exciting to travel, even without ever leaving the state. Through food, drinks, and space, places transport guests beyond the Rocky Mountains and into, in some cases, a whole new world. All without leaving the metro area. Meow Wolf is no stranger to bringing people along for
- [Chris Royster Cooks Up Luxury with a Taste of the Wild](https://diningout.com/denver/flagstaff-house-chef-takeover/): Not every chef is going to allow a journalist to come with them to forage for mushrooms, but Chris Royster of the Flagstaff House in Boulder gladly took me along. Spoiler alert, we didn’t find any edible fungi, though the chef did score some end-of-season spruce tips. It still was an educational adventure, with him
- [Four New Eateries Launch in the Denver Milk Market](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-milk-market-new-restaurant/): New concepts have entered the Denver Milk Market, but the overall cuisine offerings and laidback vibe hasn’t changed. There’s still fried chicken, ice cream, free games, a full bar, plenty of seating, and more. Chef Frank Bonanno (Bonanno Concepts) first launched the Denver Milk Market in the Dairy Block in June, 2017, and each stall
- [Local Talent Offers an Exclusive Look At Upcoming Projects](https://diningout.com/denver/pop_up_up_nxt_den/): When Koko Ni closed in November, it left a beautiful shell ripe for something to move into while the owners figured out what to do with the RiNo space. In essence, a pop-up was in order. Lucky for us, Brandon Soto and chef Silvino Sanchez stepped up and into the building to launch UP NXT
- [Tessa Delicatessen Launching Second Spot in Edgewater](https://diningout.com/denver/tessa-delicatessen-launching-second-spot-in-edgewater/): When Tessa Delicatessen opened on East Colfax in November, 2019, it was to showcase casual deli fare by chef Vince Howard. At the time it was all he and his wife and business partner Jessica really wanted when they moved their family to Denver from Los Angeles. But now, fans get ready, Howard has taken
- [How To Make Award-Winning Tacos In Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/how-to-make-award-winning-tacos-in-denver/): Chef Ricardo Villalobos of My Neighbor Felix loves participating in Denver’s Top Taco festival, and winning each year is just extra. His real reason for joining the fun is to flex his creative chops and come up with not just a tasty taco, but something inspired by his culinary experiences. Plus, diners reap the benefits
- [Spotlight on Sustainability: In Denver This Brunch Spot Uses Every Scrap](https://diningout.com/denver/sustainability-denver-brunch-sullivan-scrap-kitchen/): Sullivan Scrap Kitchen is not your average brunch spot. While restaurants overlook vegetable trimmings or throw away less-than-perfect produce, these individual actions add up. In fact, Americans waste a lot of food, roughly 40-percent of the country’s annual production according to FoodPrint. Of that shocking figure, restaurants account for up to 26.4-percent, a surprise given
- [Pickleball and Fried Chicken Unite at This New Venue In Thornton](https://diningout.com/denver/pickleball-and-fried-chicken-unite-at-this-new-venue-in-thornton/): Though pickleball been around since 1965, recently the tennis-meets-ping-pong-ball sport has became a hip activity across the country. Chicken N Pickle is one of the venues that have embraced the culture, launching in Missouri in 2016. But instead of just games, there’s also great food and drink to enhance the experience. Now with 13 locations
- [At Long Last, Uchi Houston Will Expand Its Beverage Program to Include a Full Bar](https://diningout.com/houston/at-long-last-uchi-houston-will-expand-its-beverage-program-to-include-a-full-bar/): Since opening the doors to its Montrose location in 2012, Uchi has garnered a fierce and loyal Houston following for its modern approach to Japanese cuisine under the direction of James Beard Award winning chef and sushi master Tyson Cole. Of its large fanbase, some may have only a singular gripe to speak of: Uchi’s
- [New Pickleball Destination Restaurant, Solarium Opens Today in Midtown](https://diningout.com/houston/new-pickleball-destination-restaurant-solarium-opens-today-in-midtown/): The pickleball trend rages on in Houston, with the debut of Solarium, a new racket sports-inspired restaurant, bar, and patio, now open at 820 Holman Street, in the former home of Holman Draft House in Midtown. Like its name suggests, the sprawling hangout boasts a glass-enclosed central bar area with ample seating, and a spacious
- [New Jane and the Lion Bakehouse Showcases Impressive Bounty While Fostering Community Connection](https://diningout.com/houston/new-heights-bakehouse-jane-and-the-lion-showcases-impressive-bounty-while-fostering-community-connection/): The fiercely loyal fanbase of chef Jane Wild can now find the Houston farmers market regular, known for her bevy of baked goods, at a more permanent location. Wild’s much anticipated brick-and-mortar cafe, Jane and the Lion Bakehouse has opened its doors in the space formerly occupied by the Morningstar coffee and doughnut shop at
- [Four Houston Chefs, Restaurants Named James Beard Awards Finalists](https://diningout.com/houston/four-houston-chefs-restaurants-named-james-beard-awards-finalists/): With the 2025 James Beard Awards fast approaching, anticipation of which chefs and restaurants will take home a win has been mounting. Today, the James Beard Foundation announced this year’s finalists, whittling down the list of semi-finalists announced back in January. The James Beard Foundation recognizes leaders in the culinary and food media industries from
- [Revamped Hotel Granduca Debuts Its Stylish New European-Inspired Restaurant](https://diningout.com/houston/new-european-inspired-restaurant-with-texas-flair-debuts-at-revamped-hotel-granduca/): For nearly 20 years, Hotel Granduca has served as a stately and romantic backdrop for the boutiques and restaurants at Uptown Park. After its recent multi-million dollar renovation, which includes the opening of a new restaurant and bar called Remi, the luxe European-inspired boutique hotel is giving locals reason to venture in and stay awhile.
- [Lauded Heights Restaurant, Jūn Adds Daytime Cafe and Chef Residency Program](https://diningout.com/houston/lauded-heights-restaurant-jun-adds-daytime-cafe-and-chef-residency-program/): Jūn, one of the Heights’ finest restaurants helmed by Top Chef alums Evelyn Garcia and Henry Lu, will soon be home to Third Place, a daytime coffee concept that aims to serve Houstonians in a meaningful way. Beginning Monday, April 14, Third Place will operate out of the restaurant at 420 E. 20th Street, from
- [Brennan’s Unveils Glamorous New Courtyard Bar](https://diningout.com/houston/brennans-unveils-glamorous-new-courtyard-bar/): What once was old is new again at Brennan's of Houston where the highly anticipated overhaul and expansion of the restaurant’s storied Courtyard Bar is taking center stage. The iconic Midtown restaurant debuted its dreamy new bar, which was renovated over the course of the last year, giving the interior first floor space a luxe
- [Powerhouse Team Behind Amrina to Debut a New Inner Loop Restaurant This Spring](https://diningout.com/houston/powerhouse-team-behind-amrina-to-debut-a-new-inner-loop-restaurant-this-spring/): In the two years since opening Amrina in the Woodlands to rave reviews, the Kahani Social Group has steadily made their presence known with the launch of a large-scale catering company called Jashn Catering, and two neighboring restaurants, Pok Pok Po and Bol, that opened in Midtown in December and January, respectively. This spring, they
- [BARK WEEK: Houston Chefs and the Dogs That Love Them](https://diningout.com/houston/bark-week-houston-chefs-and-the-dogs-that-love-them/): For DiningOut Houston’s first ever Bark Week, we asked chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality professionals to share photos with their pups. As expected, the result was almost too much cuteness to handle. Get to know a little about the faithful companions of Houston's major culinary players, and most importantly…what they love to eat. Raz Halili, Pier
- [The First SURF Seafood Competition Made a Splash in Downtown Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/surf-seafood-competition-results-2025/): DiningOut Events, the sister company of DiningOut Magazine, launched SURF Seafood Competition last night at McGregor Square. With 15 competing restaurants, plenty of wine and cocktails, and a gorgeous tuna and oyster display by sponsor Buckhead Pride, it was an event to remember, and, one we hope to do again. Read on to find out
- [A Denver Thanksgiving Made Easy: Buffets, Feasts, and Takeout](https://diningout.com/denver/thanksgiving-denver-restaurant/): If you’re looking to take it easy this Thanksgiving, these Denver area restaurants have what you need. From to-go meals to buffets to elevated dining.
- [DFW’s Most Kid-Friendly Restaurants: Where Dallas-Fort Worth Families Can Eat, Play, and Stay Awhile](https://diningout.com/dallas/the-best-kid-friendly-restaurants-in-dallas/): When the Census released its findings of the 29 American cities with the highest number of children, four cities within the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex appeared on the list. In other words, Dallas has a lot of kids, and plenty of parents who wouldn’t mind dining out now and then. While the stereotype that kids and
- [What’s New (and What’s Gone) in the Denver Dining Scene](https://diningout.com/denver/openings-closings-denver-feb-25/): Hong Kong pizza, bagels, and fried gator po’boys have landed in Colorado. As for closings, a historic bar leaves forever, and a popular Denver cake spot folds.
- [Loving Lamb In All Its Handheld Glory](https://diningout.com/denver/loving-lamb-in-all-its-handheld-glory/): Did you know February has been declared as Lamb Lover’s Month by the American Lamb Board (ALB), which actually has its headquarters right here in Denver. Cap out the end of Lamb Month by diving into a delicious sandwich or burger made with the meat. Fun fact, Colorado is the third-largest sheep producing state in
- [Dive Into the New Spanish Sandwiches From Camino by Ultreia](https://diningout.com/denver/camino-by-ultreia-denver/): Camino by Ultreia is new fast-casual Spanish sandwich shop that serves charcuterie, salads, and Spanish treats to go, right in Union Station.
- [Follow the Rainbow to These Houston St. Patrick’s Day Bars & Parties](https://diningout.com/houston/follow-the-rainbow-to-these-houston-st-patricks-day-bars-parties/): March in Houston often comes with an unpredictable forecast, but one thing is certain: every St. Patrick’s Day, the Bayou City turns into the Emerald City. Celtic celebrations kick off this year with the 65th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, beginning at noon on Saturday, March 14. Pubs and bars across the city will host
- [Dallas-Based Liquid Zero Makes Dry January Delicious—Whether You’re Going Dry, Wet, or Somewhere in Between](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-based-liquid-zero-makes-dry-january-delicious-whether-youre-going-dry-wet-or-somewhere-in-between/): Finding a proper “skinny” cocktail has long been a challenge for the calorie-conscious. Readily available options are often so overly saccharine from artificial sweeteners, or they’re made with ingredients that aren’t really all that low-cal. This conundrum haunted Dallas-based Liquid Zero founder, Mike Hiller, and he’s not alone. “This came about because a group of
- [Celebrate the Beautiful Bounty of Colorado All August Long](https://diningout.com/denver/celebrate-the-beautiful-bounty-of-colorado-all-august-long/): Every August 1 we celebrate Colorado Day, the date Colorado officially became the 38th state of the union in 1876. This year, the team at Big Red F Independent Restaurant Group decided to go a step further and dedicate the entire month of August to our state's agricultural bounty. “Colorado Day is the perfect spark
- [The Difference a Little Fame Can Make In a Restaurant ](https://diningout.com/denver/the-difference-a-little-fame-can-make-in-a-restaurant/): In case you're wondering, Guy Fieri loved the Verde Verde pizza from Barchetta in Boulder. At least, that's what owner Jesse Jensen believed given the celebrity chef's reaction while filming Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives. The chef love having the Food Network personality feature his restaurant. But it comes with perks too. Since airing on March
- [Smaller Bites, Big Flavor: Houston Restaurants Serving Half Portions for Lighter Appetites](https://diningout.com/houston/smaller-bites-big-flavor-houston-restaurants-serving-half-portions-for-lighter-appetites/): Last year the National Restaurant Association reported that 75-percent of restaurant-going adults would opt for smaller-size portions at a lower price if given the option. Are they grazers who like to sample? Are they on Ozempic or Zepbound with decreased appetites? Or, are they on their own mission to stop wasting food? Whatever the reason,
- [Elway’s Downtown Just Leveled Up With a New Chef](https://diningout.com/denver/elways-downtown-just-leveled-up-with-a-new-chef/): Chef David Schaumburger isn’t new to The Ritz-Carlton brand, but he is new to Denver as he takes over the upscale hotel’s restaurant, Elway’s Downtown. After running food programs within the hotel’s five properties in Naples, Florida, which included nine outlets and six restaurants, as well as the biggest club lounge in the U.S., he
- [New Bar Buena From Goode Co., Brings Good Vibes and Great Mezcal to River Oaks](https://diningout.com/houston/new-bar-buena-from-goode-co-brings-good-vibes-and-great-mezcal-to-river-oaks/): Less than six months after opening Goode Co. Kitchen & Cantina in the premier palm tree-lined section of West Gray Street in the River Oaks Shopping Center, the Goode Co. family of restaurants has debuted a new bar and lounge adjacent to the restaurant at the corner of West Gray Street, appropriately coined Bar Buena.
- [A Surprise Tasting Menu Awaits Diners of The Guest](https://diningout.com/denver/the-guest-denver-tasting-menu/): The Guest debuted inside a hidden back room in The Regular in Denver last year, but all you need to get in is a reservation and a big appetite.
- [Dining Out With Meteorologist Kylie Bearse](https://diningout.com/denver/dining-out-with-meteorologist-kylie-bearse/): Fox 31 morning meteorologist Kylie Bearse, founder of Approachable Outdoors, on where she eats in Denver, from Mead St. Provisions to Sushi Den.
- [Chef Corey Smith Scores Big With Food and Beer Pairings](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-corey-smith-scores-big-with-food-and-beer-pairings/): Wynkoop Brewing Co. isn’t just a craft brewery, it’s an icon in the Denver beer scene. Over the years the food program has also grown, and now chef Corey Smith runs the show, bringing decades of experience to the kitchen. Want to learn more? Read on to discover the history of this talented chef, and
- [Denver Restaurants Speak Out Against ICE](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-restaurants-speak-out-against-ice/): Amid heightened immigration enforcement and ICE, local restaurant owners and workers say silence is not an option. Here's what they're doing.
- [Skip The Gamble, Everyone Scores At This Outstanding Casino Steakhouse](https://diningout.com/denver/skip-the-gamble-everyone-scores-at-this-outstanding-casino-steakhouse/): The sound of sizzling beef fat filled the kitchen, followed by the smell of cooking meat as chef de cuisine Jose Salgado browned the sides of an impressive tomahawk steak at the Timberline Grill inside the Ameristar Casino Resort Spa in Black Hawk. As it roasted in the oven the chef mixed parsley, garlic, and
- [New Build-Your-Own-Pho Restaurant Launches with Three Houston-Area Locations](https://diningout.com/houston/new-build-your-own-pho-restaurant-launches-with-three-houston-area-locations/): Like tacos and barbecue, Houston can have no shortage of pho destinations, and a new concept where guests may build-their-own-bowls is a welcome addition. Pho Prime, a fast-casual Vietnamese restaurant from husband-and-wife team Kiet and Julie Duong, has opened in the Woodlands, with locations set to debut in the Galleria-area in February and Pearland in
- [Mango House in Aurora Offers Global Comfort Food and Support For Immigrants](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-restaurants-giving-back/): When Comal Heritage Food Incubator closed this past February, not only did the Denver culinary community lose a great restaurant, but an important institution as well. The eatery’s mission was to build up and support immigrant women who wanted to work in or own a restaurant. Luckily, Comal isn’t the only place building up underserved
- [Weekend Brunch: Exploring Global Cuisine at Linger](https://diningout.com/denver/brunch-at-linger-in-denver/): t’s no secret Denver loves brunch. Each Friday we’ll divulge the newest and best brunches around. Not only do we highlight our favorite spots for all your brunching needs, but also add lists of things you crave. So pour a mimosa, grab a cup of coffee, and get ready to eat. It had been years since
- [Inside the Culinary Vision of Chef Marcos Juarez at Houston’s Hidden Omakase](https://diningout.com/houston/inside-the-culinary-vision-of-chef-marcos-juarez-at-houstons-hidden-omakase/): Five years after opening beyond the walls of a mock comic book store in the Galleria-area, and since being recognized as the sole Houston sushi restaurant in the Michelin Guide’s 2024 selection, Hidden Omakase is hardly hidden anymore. Its critical acclaim has thrust it onto the mainstage of Houston’s culinary scene, and with it, its
- [Chef David Lewis Shares His Sweet Life in Aurora](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-david-lewis-takeover-miette-chocolat/): Chef David Lewis makes so much chocolate, cakes, and other sweets that he rarely indulges in dessert at his own places Miette et Chocolat and La Creperie d’Audrey inside the Stanley Marketplace. But on occasion one of the chocolate chip cookies ends up in his hands, and quickly goes into his belly. The baked good
- [Chef Takeover: Gregory Mak of Welton Room](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-takeover-gregory-mak-of-welton-room/): While dining out may give us a glimpse into the minds of chef, it’s not every day one can actually see what the chef sees. Until now. Enter DiningOut’s chef takeover, a bi-monthly feature where talented restaurant people show us behind the scenes snapshots of their day-to-day. Follow on Instagram @diningout to see what’s up,
- [Chef Takeover: A Day With Mara King, Fermentation Expert](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-takeover-mara-king-id-est/): When Mara King started working for chef Kelly Whitaker’s id est hospitality group in 2021, she came in to help the company’s mill, Dry Storage, utilize the excess bran. King had a history in fermentation, running a kimchi company in Boulder and honing her chef skills as an apprentice in a sushi restaurant prior. At
- [Dallas–Fort Worth’s Most Romantic Restaurants, From Candlelit Classics to Skyline Views](https://diningout.com/dallas/the-13-most-romantic-restaurants-in-dallas/): The most romantic restaurants across Dallas-Fort Worth for a first date or an anniversary, from candlelit classics to tables with skyline views.
- [Dive in and Enjoy the Excellent Taiwanese Food at Pig & Tiger](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-takeover-pig-tiger-travis-masar/): Taiwanese restaurant Pig & Tiger takes us behind the scenes with chefs Travis Masar and Darren Chang. Join the fun and win a gift card to this Denver staple.
- [Meet Chef Shaun King: The Culinary Force Behind Uchiko Houston’s Bold, Fire-Driven Flavors](https://diningout.com/houston/meet-chef-shaun-king-the-culinary-force-behind-uchiko-houstons-bold-fire-driven-flavors/): Since Uchi first opened in Austin in 2003, and was catapulted into Texas’ culinary spotlight, the modern Japanese restaurant has become a household name across the state. With the addition of its subsequent counterparts, Uchiko, Uchibā, and Oheya, the budding restaurant brand, under the Hai Hospitality umbrella, has become a place where some of the
- [Michelin Recognition and the Restaurant Industry: Q&A With Chef Kelly Whitaker](https://diningout.com/denver/kelly-whitaker-on-michelin/): In the last 15 years chef Kelly Whitaker, cofounder of Id Est Hospitality, has done a lot. But over the past five years he and his team have started raking in awards for these endeavors. First, a brief timeline. In 2010 Whitaker and his wife and partner Erika opened the wood-fired pizza spot Basta in
- [Plate Full of Denver News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-news-bites-march-2/): News for the week of March 2: The Tamale Act enters the scene, a Michelin-starred restaurant prepares for a new chef, and a cooking show is looking for chefs.
- [BARK WEEK: Eat, Drink, and Be Merry With Your Dog](https://diningout.com/denver/best-places-to-eat-with-dog-denver/): Why should humans have all the fun and good food when dining out? At these eight places your dog can eat and feel special with its own meal, free treats, and hotel amenities. The last place on the list offers gratis goodies for both human and dog. Did we miss one? Let us know your favorite
- [DiningOut Houston Teams Up with Traveler’s Cart for a Festive Diwali Celebration This October](https://diningout.com/houston/diningout-houston-teams-up-with-travelers-cart-for-a-festive-diwali-celebration-this-october/): As the festive season draws near, preparations for Diwali are already well underway in Houston. The Festival of Lights, which marks the start of the Hindu new year, falls on Monday, October 20—a date determined by the Hindu lunar calendar—with countless parties and events happening in the weeks leading up to the day. This year,
- [The Pop-Up Is Officially Denver’s New Darling](https://diningout.com/denver/the-pop-up-is-officially-denvers-new-darling/): Denver’s food pop-up scene has exploded in recent years. If it feels like these temporary culinary experiences are everywhere, it’s because they are. Between May 2023 to April 2024, the number of pop-ups grew by 155-percent compared to the previous year, according to data from Yelp. Elusive concepts attract huge crowds for a chance at
- [With the Closing of Osaka Ramen, the Community Mourns Another Loss](https://diningout.com/denver/osaka-ramen-closed/): After almost 10 years on the scene, chef Jeff Osaka announced he will shutter Osaka Ramen after service on February 23. Last year the chef closed all but one of his Sushi-Rama locations, leaving open the original RiNo spot right next to his first ramen-focused eatery. A press release stated the reason for the closing
- [A Day With Chef Caroline Glover of Aurora’s Award-Winning Annette ](https://diningout.com/denver/caroline-glover-chef-annette/): When meeting Caroline Glover you wouldn’t guess the reserved chef and her restaurants have won numerous awards. Yet since opening Annette in February, 2017, she was named one of the 10 best new chefs in America by Food & Wine magazine and Annette gained clout as one of the 50 best new restaurants in the
- [What’s New (and What’s Gone) in Denver’s Dining Scene](https://diningout.com/denver/opening-closing-restaurants-denver-jan-23/): Wings, airport food, and sliders dominate Denver news. As for closings, a diner chain shuttered a couple locations and an Indian eatery looks for a new home.
- [What’s New (and What’s Gone) in Denver’s Dining Scene](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-openings-closings-december-2025/): From a new steakhouse to two hot pizza joints, check out the news on the latest restaurant openings (and closings) in Denver, served up December 16.
- [CD’s Wings Heats Up With New Locations](https://diningout.com/denver/cds-wings-expands/): Many eaters north of Denver know CD’s Wings well. It’s been a hot spot since 2003 after opening in Westminster. But now, thanks to the mastermind of Dean Copeland, the popular chicken wing joint has flown south for the winter, as well as spring, summer, and fall. This isn't Copeland’s first time in the coop,
- [Plate Full of Denver News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-news-bites-march-9/): News of a sando pop-up staying in Denver longer has us hungry. A barbecue champion has released a new cookbook, and a popular bakery is on the move.
- [Getting To Know The Quiet Force Of Chef Matt Vawter](https://diningout.com/denver/getting-to-know-the-quiet-force-of-chef-matt-vawter/): There’s nothing subtle about chef Matt Vawter’s presence, he’s literally a big guy. Yet he has quietly made his way to the top as one of Colorado’s best chefs. Last year he took home the prestigious James Beard Award for Best Chef Mountain for his restaurant Rootstalk in Breckenridge, though he's been cooking with some
- [Plate Full of Denver News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-news-bites-march-16/): From free beer to an important bill to St. Patrick's Day doughnuts, grab a serving of the latest Denver restaurant, bar, and chef news, dished out on March 16.
- [Happy Hour at Cart-Driver Includes Great Pizza and Wine](https://diningout.com/denver/happy-hour-cart-driver-pizza-denver/): When the LoHi location of Cart-Driver reopened in January after a year of being closed, the neighborhood not only got a beloved restaurant back, but a great daily happy hour option too. The only caveat, it only runs from 4 to 5 p.m. Over at the RiNo location you have more happy hour options, with
- [Sweet Deals on Denver Restaurant Gift Cards You Can Get Now](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-restaurant-gift-cards-deals/): Share the joy of a good meal this holiday season. These restaurants are offering bonus cards for each purchased, so don't miss out.
- [Ateliê in North Oak Cliff Is Wyl Lima’s Global, Genre-Defying Take on the Modern Bistro](https://diningout.com/dallas/atelie-in-north-oak-cliff-is-wyl-limas-global-genre-defying-take-on-the-modern-bistro/): Wyl Lima, the chef and co-owner of Atleiê in North Oak Cliff, says there is one throughline on the bistro’s menu: “We’re all more closely connected than we think.” It’s not an easy line to follow at the bistro, which Lima says he chose to call Atleiê for lack of a better term, not because
- [Down Under Uptown: Little Ruby’s Opens First Location Outside NYC in Uptown Dallas](https://diningout.com/dallas/down-under-uptown-little-rubys-opens-first-location-outside-nyc-in-uptown-dallas/): Nearly 24 years after Little Ruby’s first debuted in Manhattan’s SoHo neighborhood, the five-location brand has officially expanded beyond New York for the first time, opening its sixth outpost in Dallas’ Uptown district. Located on the property where the 26-story 23Springs tower opened last August, the restaurant comes from the Wish You Were Here Restaurant
- [Casa Bonita: Rising from the Ashes, Reinvigorated  ](https://diningout.com/denver/casa-bonita-rising-from-the-ashes-reinvigorated-diningout/): On Friday, May 26, we found ourselves at the precipice of a culinary landmark. News choppers circled above, creating a buzz that echoed through the community, and armed guards, seemingly straight from a Hollywood set, were on hand to protect the star of the show: Casa Bonita. Nestled into a forgotten plaza on West Colfax,
- [Dining Out With the Sensational Jessica L’Whor, Drag Queen and YouTube Host](https://diningout.com/denver/dining-out-with-jessica-lwhor/): Denver drag queen Jessica L'Whor dishes on where they eat in town, the five-episode food show Diners, Drive Ins & Drag, and what it's like performing.
- [Five Surprising Taco Shops To Put On Your Radar Right Now](https://diningout.com/denver/tacos-denver-buckhead/): Tacos have become an undeniable staple thanks to the simple tortilla base, which offers limitless possibilities when it comes to fillings and flavors. From diverse proteins to unique sauces to different levels of heat, each taco offers a DIY experience. What makes one taco shop stand out from another comes down to the quality of
- [San Diego’s Pappalecco Italian Café Opens First Texas Location in Plano](https://diningout.com/dallas/san-diegos-pappalecco-italian-cafe-opens-first-texas-location-in-plano/): A California transplant has landed in Dallas-Fort Worth. San Diego-founded Pappalecco made its Texas debut last month bringing authentic Italian cafe culture to Plano with an all-day hang designed for lingering. Located on the ground floor of the Morado Plano apartments at 1009 14th Street, Pappalecco comes to Texas via husband-and-wife franchisees Jolly Chen and
- [All You Need to Know About the New Michelin Recognized Restaurants](https://diningout.com/denver/book-a-reservation-at-these-michelin-guide-additions/): While not all award predictions came to fruition, those honored at this year’s Michelin ceremony certainly deserved the accolades. The prestigious list now features 50 restaurants across Denver, Boulder, Vail, Beaver Creek, Aspen, and Snowmass Village. However, all initiates to the third edition of the Colorado guide appear exclusively in the metro area, and many
- [Chef Takeover: Penelope Wong of Yuan Wonton](https://diningout.com/denver/chef_takeover_penelope_wong_yuan_wonton/): A lot has been going on with Penelope Wong, chef and owner of Yuan Wonton in Park Hill. For starters, a few weeks ago she became a finalist for the James Beard Awards, Best Chef: Mountain. Before that she launched her first brick and mortar spot near the end of 2023. And before that, Wong
- [Atlanta Chefs Competing in DiningOut’s RARE Steak Championship Share How to Prepare the Perfect Steak](https://diningout.com/atlanta/atlanta-chefs-competing-in-diningouts-rare-steak-championship-share-how-to-prepare-the-perfect-steak/): In the lead-up to DiningOut’s Rare Steak Championship, a clear philosophy emerges from the chefs stepping into the arena: mastery lies not in excess, but in restraint and precision. Across kitchens, whether fueled by hardwood embers, roaring broilers, or meticulously controlled sous vide baths, the throughline is an unwavering respect for heat and timing. Chefs
- [Run To Briar Patch For the New Menu by the Brunch Baddie of Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/brunch-baddie-briar-patch-denver/): Chef Amanda Singh joined the team at Briar Common, a new Congress Park neighborhood spot, bringing her signature brunch skills to the table.
- [Something Special Is Going On At The Jerk Pit Smokehouse](https://diningout.com/denver/something-special-is-going-on-at-the-jerk-pit-smokehouse/): In 2016, Scott Durrah swore he was getting out of the restaurant business for good. He had just sold Jezebel’s Southern Bistro and Bar after a successful four-year run in LoHi. Now, he’s back and dishing up smokehouse meats with a Caribbean twist at The Jerk Pit Smokehouse in Highland. A Joy of Cooking and
- [BARK WEEK: CuppaPug Dog Café Opens First Texas Location in Frisco This Weekend](https://diningout.com/dallas/cuppapug-dog-cafe-opens-first-texas-location-in-frisco-this-weekend/): CuppaPug is a pug café and playroom in Frisco from Jay and Kim Taylor, where you book an hour with their pugs and dogs from DFW Pug Rescue.
- [Biker Jim’s New Ride: Brats and Brunch at Avanti Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/biker-jims-bikers-and-bakers-avanti/): It’s been a long time coming, but finally chef Jim Pittenger has a new restaurant home and complete rights to his brand, including the Biker Jim’s name. Now, he will open Biker Jim’s Bikers and Bakers in Avanti Denver, taking over the spot housing Eloise on the first level of the food hall and offering
- [Head to Uptown For Mexican Street Food During Happy Hour at Xiquita](https://diningout.com/denver/happy-hour-denver-xiquita/): If you caught the Chef Takeover Erasmo Casiano of Xiquita did last month, then you may have seen him making sopes and other regional Mexican delights. For happy hour he does a smaller version of the dish called sopecito, and it’s just one of the many bites on the special Xiquita Taqueria menu. Not only
- [Chef Mansour Gorji’s Minimalist Style Defines the Longevity of His Dallas Restaurant](https://diningout.com/dallas/chef-mansour-gorjis-minimalist-style-defines-the-longevity-of-his-dallas-restaurant/): Dallas has no shortage of standout dining experiences and hard-to-score reservations that ignite excitement and intrigue, but few have stood the test of time like chef Mansour Gorji’s simple, yet refined, eponymous restaurant, Gorji. With a no walk-in policy, only five tables, and one seating per night, it is among the most exclusive tickets in
- [The Great Denver Bagel Has Arrived](https://diningout.com/denver/the-great-denver-bagel-has-arrived/): When chef Miles Odell decided to build a bagel shop in Denver, he wasn’t aiming to replicate New York or New Jersey bagels, nor was he eager to bring around the Montreal-style either. Instead, he created something unique to the Mile High City when he launched Odell’s Bagel last fall. “It’s inspired by the grains
- [Smash Denver’s Craziest Dessert at Toro in Cherry Creek](https://diningout.com/denver/la-bomba-toro-denver-dessert/): Last Friday Toro Latin Kitchen & Lounge invited my kids and I to do the La Bomba Smash Course, and frankly, we have never had so much fun with a dessert. Not only does the combination of ingredients taste great, but the interactive aspect of it thrilled even the grumpy child. Owned by jet setting
- [New Dallas Cocktail Lounge Ritual Brings Sultry, Fem-Forward Nightlife to Old East Dallas](https://diningout.com/dallas/new-dallas-cocktail-lounge-ritual-brings-sultry-fem-forward-nightlife-to-old-east-dallas/): Dallas' next generation of nightlife has entered the chat. Sexy, female-forward cocktail lounge Ritual opens Wednesday, February 4 in Old East Dallas, taking over the former Alice space and ushering in a new era of lounge-driven nightlife. “This is what people need: more inclusivity, loungey, and where they can have a conversation with no strobe
- [The Most Epic Food Challenges to Try Right Now](https://diningout.com/denver/epic-food-challenges-denver/): Six Denver food challenges where beating the plate gets you bragging rights and a prize, starting with a challenge built for two people.
- [Bun B’s Trill Burgers Opens in Missouri City This Week With Halal Menu & Drive-Thru](https://diningout.com/houston/bun-bs-trill-burgers-opens-in-missouri-city-this-week-with-halal-menu-drive-thru/): Missouri City is set to welcome the next chapter in Trill Burgers’ rising footprint. The wildly popular smashburger chain, founded by rapper Bun B, is opening its third Houston-area restaurant at 20220 Fort Bend Pkwy Suite 140 in the budding Fort Bend Town Center II development on Tuesday, December 10. “This is an amazing neighborhood
- [Dreamy French Bistro Chardon is Now Open at the Thompson Hotel](https://diningout.com/houston/dreamy-french-bistro-chardon-is-now-open-at-the-thompson-hotel/): Chardon is Table One Hospitality's French bistro at the Thompson Hotel Houston, where chef E.J. Miller cooks modern French food with Texas flair.
- [Chef Kenneth Wan Knows How To Bring the Spice](https://diningout.com/denver/makfam_chef_kenneth_wan/): Anyone who has walked into chef Kenneth Wan and Doris Yuen’s bright spot off of South Broadway knows it's special. Built as a hybrid service model with a counter to order at, a long bar to sidle up to, high tops lining the window, and comfortable booths on the side, MAKfam marries the idea of
- [Head to Sawa Mediterranean Restaurant For a Buffet of Feel-Good Food in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/sawa-mediterranean-restaurant-buffet-denver/): When Comal Heritage Food Incubator closed this past February, not only did the Denver culinary community lose a great restaurant, but an important institution as well. The eatery’s mission was to build up and support immigrant women who wanted to work in or own a restaurant. Luckily, Comal isn’t the only place building up underserved
- [End of an Era: Ford Fry’s Superica in the Heights is Closing, Will Reopen as Star Rover Steakhouse in February](https://diningout.com/houston/end-of-an-era-ford-frys-superica-in-the-heights-is-closing-will-reopen-as-star-rover-steakhouse-in-february/): One of the Heights area’s beloved Tex-Mex destinations is entering a new era. Superica, the Tex-Mex concept from chef and restaurateur Ford Fry, will close its Houston location at 1801 North Shepherd Drive on Sunday, February 15, to make way for Star Rover, a reimagined concept from Rocket Farm Restaurants inspired by the West Texas–influenced
- [Behind the Bar: Learning How to Listen at ESP HiFi](https://diningout.com/denver/behind-the-bar-learning-how-to-listen-at-esp-hifi/): ESP HiFi is a Japanese kissa-inspired listening bar on Santa Fe Drive in Denver: thousands of records, a tuned sound system, wine and cocktails.
- [Turns Out Surf in Denver is the Summer Seafood Food Festival Of the Year](https://diningout.com/denver/surf-seafood-denver/): Tickets are now on sale for Surf, the newest food festival and competition by DiningOut Events. Like the other fetes, Rare Steak Championship, Top Taco, and Chicken Fight!, this one is all about food and finding out who can make the best fish dish with Buckhead Pride’s amazing line up of protein. The event stars
- [Listen Up: Shyboy, Dallas’s First Hi-Fi Listening Bar, Opens This Weekend in Downtown](https://diningout.com/dallas/listen-up-shyboy-dallass-first-hi-fi-listening-bar-opens-this-weekend-in-downtown/): Imagine getting beamed aboard an alien spaceship only to be greeted with ice cream and an immersive symphony of sound that reaches deep into your soul. The spacecraft part may be pure fiction, but the sci-fi vibes of Shyboy are quite real. Located at 1313 Main Street beneath the Drakestone in Downtown, Dallas’s first hi-fi
- [Where to Eat for Mother’s Day Brunch 2023](https://diningout.com/denver/mothers-day-2023-2/): Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 14, a mere arm's reach away. The day we celebrate the women who've loved us even when we ate Play-Doh and stuck peas up our noses. So, put on your Sunday best, get mom out of the kitchen, and allow Denver's finest to show her a good time. Here's
- [Succulent Fine Dining Closes in Houston After Parking and Valet Issues at Regent Square](https://diningout.com/houston/succulent-fine-dining-closes-in-houston-after-parking-and-valet-issues-at-regent-square/): Succulent Fine Dining has officially closed its doors, marking the end of a short but memorable chapter in Houston. The California-inspired concept, led by restaurateur Shawn Virene and executive chef David Buckley, earned praise for its seasonal, sustainability-driven menu and polished, approachable dining experience. But, despite eight months of efforts to address mounting logistical concerns
- [Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival Returns with New Taste of Texas Showcase Featuring Chefs from Across Texas](https://diningout.com/dallas/fort-worth-food-wine-festival-returns-with-new-taste-of-texas-showcase-featuring-chefs-from-across-texas/): For the first time ever, food lovers can sample dishes from some of the top restaurants in Texas without venturing beyond Fort Worth. During this year’s Fort Worth Food + Wine Festival, celebrated chefs from Cowtown, Dallas, Houston, and Austin will join notable counterparts from the small towns of Tico, Tyler, Marathon, and Lockhart to
- [Get Ready Denver, the Excellent Festival Bowl of ‘Zole Returns](https://diningout.com/denver/bowl-of-zole-returns-2026-pozole/): Now in its fourth year, the best pozole and agave spirits festival Bowl of ‘Zole heads back to Denver’s Skylight on Thursday, March 26, from 5 to 9 p.m.
- [A Gastronomic Journey Through Colorado's Summer Food Festivals](https://diningout.com/denver/summer-food-festivals-colorado-diningout-events/): Embark on a culinary adventure through Colorado's summer food festivals. From Denver's steak championship to Telluride's wine celebration, there's something for every foodie. Join us as we explore the smorgasbord of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you hungry for more.
- [On the Calendar: December 2022](https://diningout.com/denver/calendar-december-2022/): The tastiest dining and drinking events on our eggnog-loving radar this month in Denver and beyond.
- [St. Patty's Day Celebrations This Weekend](https://diningout.com/denver/st-pattys-day-celebrations-this-weekend/): The streets of Denver are embellished with green as we prepare to celebrate “St. Patty’s Day” by watching annual parades and attending celebrations around town this weekend. While the official date of St. Patrick is March 17, (to commemorate the date of his passing over 1,500 years ago) you can find festivities starting as soon
- [The Winners of Chicken Fight Festival 2022](https://diningout.com/denver/the-winners-of-chicken-fight-festival-2022/): It was the best of times; it was the most finger-lickin’ of times. On the evening of May 26, 2022, more than 50 of the city’s best chefs and hundreds of self-proclaimed fried chicken fanatics took over Denver’s Elitch Gardens for the ultimate chicken championship. From crispy, crunchy drumsticks and spicy fried chicken sandwiches to
- [The Winners of Top Taco Festival 2022](https://diningout.com/denver/the-winners-of-top-taco-festival-2022/): The tacos were abundant and the tequila flowed freely at Westminster Center Park on June 23. Hundreds of foodies from across Denver came together to vote for the tastiest tacos in town. From crispy carnitas to savory steak, Denver’s best chefs went grill-to-grill vying for the title of Taco Champion. The heat was high and
- [Blackbelly Market's Expansion in Boulder is Open](https://diningout.com/denver/blackbelly-markets-expansion-in-boulder-is-open/): March 6, Blackbelly unveiled their finished expansion project into the entire 6,550 square foot building space with a gorgeous new private dining room, a freshly built out butchery and market on the west side, as well as larger kitchen spaces. On the exterior, there is a heated patio that can entertain parties, and soon there will be a patio in front of the butchery where you can enjoy your meal with a scenic view of the Flatirons.
- [Celebrate 20 Years of Denver Restaurant Week](https://diningout.com/denver/celebrate-20-years-of-denver-restaurant-week/): It’s hard to believe VISIT Denver’s Denver Restaurant Week has gone on for 20 years, and the options continue to grow. During the inaugural year in 2023, 83 places signed up. Today over 200 restaurants have joined the fun and it has gone from one week to 10 days. Now, you can eat the world
- [RARE, The Denver Steak Championship partners with Aspen Ridge Natural Beef for the 2023 festival](https://diningout.com/denver/rare-the-denver-steak-championship/): Aspen Ridge Natural Angus Beef is the perfect partner for this upscale festival. Their no antibiotics, ever beef is renowned for its unmatched flavor, tenderness, and juiciness. The combination of genetics, humane treatment, and natural feeding practices produces a simply exceptional beef. The competing chefs will be able to work with this premium product to showcase their skills and creativity.
- [3 Denver Restaurants Serving Up Spring.](https://diningout.com/denver/3-denver-restaurants-serving-up-spring/): Enjoy the warmer weather with a visit to the best restaurants in Denver this Spring. Diningout.com has picked three of the most delicious and vibrant eateries around for you to explore. Check out all their amazing eats now!
- [Denver Chef's Tasting Pop-Up Delights at Margot](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-chefs-tasting-pop-up-delights-at-margot/): Margot is Chef Justin Fulton's multicourse tasting-menu pop-up in Denver, running since September 2022. What's on the menu and how the night works.
- [Gluten-Free Food Festival this Mother's Day Weekend!](https://diningout.com/denver/gluten-free-food-festival-this-mothers-day-weekend/): Looking for a unique way to celebrate Mother's Day weekend? Take advantage of the Gluten-Free Food Festival hosted by Rocky Mountain Tap & Garden, Holidaily Beer, and MyMeal! Sample delicious gluten-free food and drinks while raising awareness for Celiac disease - this is an event you want to attend.
- [National Fried Chicken Day - July 6](https://diningout.com/denver/national-fried-chicken-day-july-6/): Get ready to savor the crispy goodness on National Fried Chicken Day! As fried chicken mania spreads, indulge in Koco Street Food's mouthwatering offerings. Plus, anticipate the upcoming opening of Yardbird for an unforgettable finger-lickin' feast.
- [A Plate Full of News Bites: June 7](https://diningout.com/denver/a-plate-full-of-news-bites-june-7/): The first week of June has come and gone. With it, more surprise closings, news of an Australian spot coming to Denver, and the winning Lamb Jam dishes. Stay tuned next week for more local restaurant and bar news. The 411 After 18 years, Steuben’s Food Service in Uptown will forgo the day-of-the-week specials. The
- [A Plate Full of News Bites: June 21](https://diningout.com/denver/a-plate-full-of-news-bites-june-21/): The summer solstice has come, and with it days will slowly get darker. Worry not, the brightness of the season carries on, especially in the Colorado restaurant scene. New pop-ups launched this week, and an award-winning chef will open a new spot. As Pride Month continues, so do the rainbow foods, drinks, and fun. Dive
- [A Plate Full of News Bites: June 14](https://diningout.com/denver/a-plate-full-of-news-bites-june-14/): It’s the middle of June and summer menu items are popping off. We also celebrate big wins at the James Beard Awards and a cidery making waves. Construction has one favorite pizza spot closed, while another continues to work on its kitchen. Head to some fun events this coming week, and make sure to check
- [3 Denver Bakeries to Complete Your Holiday Feasts](https://diningout.com/denver/3-denver-bakeries-to-complete-your-holiday-feasts/): Elevate your holiday feast with delectable treats and culinary delights. Be the maestro of your table with Denver's finest goods, ensuring your contribution shines!
- [A Plate Full of News Bites: May 31](https://diningout.com/denver/heard-a-serving-of-news-bites-on-may-31/): Each week we aim to bring you the top news stories, restaurant information, fresh menu items, events, and more. Have a tip? Please email us at info@diningout.com or ping us on Instagram, @diningoutmagazine. The 411 If you grew up in Denver in the 1980s, chances are the “best” seafood around came from Red Lobster. In
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up on August 19](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-on-august-19/): There’s a lot of drama going down in the pizza world as three places shutter, one opens with a lot of controversy, and another holds a sweepstakes for a year of free pizza. Also in the news, some beloved restaurants are expanding, there’s a great lineup of events this week, and tasty dishes are popping
- [Cheers to the Holiday Season: 3 Festive Recipes for All Gatherings](https://diningout.com/denver/cheers-to-the-holiday-season-3-festive-recipes-for-all-gatherings/): ndulge in the festive spirit with our curated collection of three delightful recipes perfect for toasting this season. From tantalizing cocktails to refreshing mocktails, cater to every palate at your gatherings. Embrace the trend of non-alcoholic drinks' popularity with our flavorful concoctions, ensuring everyone enjoys the holiday cheer, spirits or not
- [Denver's Culinary Guide to Keeping Your New Year's Resolutions](https://diningout.com/denver/denvers-culinary-guide-to-keeping-your-new-years-resolutions/): January 19th marks the day when most New Year's resolutions, especially those about healthier eating, start to wobble like a poorly stacked sandwich. Fear not, Denver! We're here to help you navigate back to the path of nutritional righteousness without skimping on flavor. Say goodbye to the days of limp lettuce and hello to vibrant, delicious dishes that make you wonder why you ever strayed. From the bohemian charm of Bang Up to the Elephant, with its tropical vibes and vegan beach shack menu, to the soul-nourishing Mediterranean fare at Somebody People, Denver's dining scene has never made it easier to eat well while eating out.
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up On July 22](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-up-on-july-22/): Celebrations and openings abound this week, with favorites like Los Dos Potrillos and BeauJo’s announcing new Denver-based locations. We're excited for the upcoming Heritage Fire Snowmass event in the mountains, which compliments DiningOut Events' own culinary extravaganzas in the Mile High. Also in tasty news, Olathe sweet corn and peaches are on the menu. Read
- [A Plate Full of News Bites: June 28](https://diningout.com/denver/a-plate-full-of-news-bites-june-28/): June leaves us this week with a streak of heat and a bang come the Fourth of July. Temperature and patriotic holiday aside, a lot of good news has come out this month. This week alone we saw a local distillery become the official whiskey of CU Athletics, and a popular drag production company officially
- [5 Best Patios: Make Summer Memories Over Craft Beer](https://diningout.com/denver/5-best-patios-make-summer-memories-over-craft-beer/): Breweries abound in Denver, and the patios at breweries prove endless. While we won’t get to most of those, these five spots are calling to us right now. So slap on some sunscreen and a hat, and enjoy these beer gardens. After all, this is where you want to be when the sun is shining
- [PLATE FULL OF NEWS: Served Up On August 12](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-on-august-12/): With so many events and good news this week, we're full both in belly and heart. Speaking of heart, we love that chef Andrea Frizzi is launching something new. We're also thrilled over all the anniversaries this week, including Denver Beer Co., Spinelli’s Market, and more. There’s a couple openings to look forward to as
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up On August 5](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-on-august-5/): The first week of August has already seen some major closings and shifts in the restaurant community. Unfortunately more break ins have also plagued the scene. What’s up with the vandalism people? We do have some positive news to report as well, including a 20-year anniversary and local peaches gracing menus. Read on for
- [A Plate Full of News Bites: July 15](https://diningout.com/denver/a-plate-full-of-news-bites-july-15/): It’s been a busy and hot week in Denver. In fact, temps closed one marketplace down early this past weekend. The heat was also turned up for Bodega owner Cliff Blauvelt, who had to change the name of his award-winning sandwich shop. Fans of La Diabla downtown can try a new patio menu, and now
- [A Plate Full of News Bites: July 8](https://diningout.com/denver/a-plate-full-of-news-bites-july-8/): With the holiday last Thursday, it was a lazy first week of July. While not a lot of big news items crossed our radar, plenty of chefs have added new menu items worth buzzing about. We also saw some closing announcements, as well as the opening of an anticipated spot in Boulder. Take a dive
- [Weekend Brunch: 5 Amazing Bakeries to Sink Your Teeth Into](https://diningout.com/denver/weekend-brunch-bakeries/): It’s no secret Denver loves brunch. Each Friday we’ll divulge the newest and best brunches around. Not only to highlight our favorite spots for all your brunching needs, but also to add lists of things you crave. So pour a mimosa, grab a cup of coffee, and get ready to eat. Long gone are the
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served July 29](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-july-29/): Enjoy your last week of July with some peach-laced pizza, new line of cocktails, and the ultimate burger event in Denver. Unfortunately petty theft has left some restaurants struggling, and there was a surprise closing in Edgewater. We are excited to sample the intergalactic burrito collaboration, and to check out Xiquita Restaurante y Bar. Read
- [Essential Wines for Thanksgiving](https://diningout.com/denver/tasty-fall-wines-by-the-glass-in-denver-2/): As Fall sets in, the energy of the harvest season is in the air. It’s a beautiful time for transitioning menus and trying delicious Colorado wines for a taste of the state you may have yet to experience. We’re diving into a few of the best places to experience locally crafted wines in Denver and offering guidance on how and where to experience authentic vineyards and wineries around the state.
- [Weekend Brunch: Coop Up With Yardbird's Tantalizing Southern Staples](https://diningout.com/denver/weekend-brunch-yardbird/): It’s no secret Denver loves brunch. Each Friday we’ll divulge the newest and best brunches around. Not only will we highlight our favorite spots for all your brunching needs, but also add lists of things you crave. So pour a mimosa, grab a cup of coffee, and get ready to eat. Yardbird flew into RiNo
- [Weekend Brunch: Explore Eclectic Dishes at Eat! Food & Drink in Broomfield ](https://diningout.com/denver/brunch-eat-broomfield/): It’s no secret Denver loves brunch. Each Friday we’ll divulge the newest and best brunches around. Not only do we highlight our favorite spots for all your brunching needs, but also add lists of things you crave. So pour a mimosa, grab a cup of coffee, and get ready to eat. Heading off the beaten
- [Weekend Brunch: Steuben's Brings American Classics To the Breakfast Table](https://diningout.com/denver/weekend-brunch-steubens-brings-american-classics-to-the-breakfast-table/): It’s no secret Denver loves brunch. Each Wednesday we’ll divulge the newest and best brunches around. Not only do we highlight our favorite spots for all your brunching needs, but also include lists of things you crave. So pour a mimosa, grab a cup of coffee, and get ready to eat. Since 2006 Steuben’s Food
- [17 Must-Try Houston Dishes That Define the City's Food Scene](https://diningout.com/houston/17-must-try-houston-dishes-that-define-the-citys-food-scene/): Houston has thousands of restaurants with a multitude of cuisines, so making a list of 15 must-try dishes is a little like picking a favorite song or ice cream flavor. The choices are many and taste is subjective. However, some bites are so good that a whole city can get behind them, whether it’s a
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up On October 21](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-october-21/): October has crept along and it’s hard to believe Halloween is just next week. But before you get spooky and really tuck into the holidays, try one of the new bars opening up. We also have good news about one beloved chef making a comeback, while another talent takes home the title of Lamb Jam
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up on September 3](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-on-september-3/): September is here, and we skipped posting on Monday since it was Labor Day. Hopefully you weren’t working on the holiday either. Of course the news never quits. This week we saw two big shifts of ownership at some top restaurants. Look for another Texas hot spot coming to Denver. Then in Vail, two metro
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up on September 10](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-on-september-10/): Colorado celebrated its second annual Michelin Guide awards ceremony last night, and we are so happy to see local talent recognized. While one of our favorites didn’t make the list, the restaurant did take home another accolade, Bon Appétit Magazine’s 20 Best New Restaurants of 2024. Awards aside, the news showed us many places are
- [19 Best Houston Restaurants to Impress Out-of-Town Guests](https://diningout.com/houston/19-best-houston-restaurants-to-impress-out-of-town-guests/): Houston has become a must-visit destination in recent years, earning national recognition on travel lists thanks in large part to its exceptional culinary scene. While visitors may not flock here for the weather, they do come to explore world-class museums, attend major conventions, cheer on professional sports teams, and, of course, eat their way through
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up January 13](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-january-13/): After almost two weeks, it appears 2025 is a year for renovations. At the beginning of January, news came that Tamayo would close for a few months in order to revamp, and now Avanti Food & Beverage in Denver will do the same. On an uptick, after a year of being shut down for repairs,
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up on September 16](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-on-september-16/): Get ready for a bevy of great fall events as Denver cools off. We also look forward to some new restaurants on the scene, including a NoLa-style snoball spot. In hard news, one chef defends her town, while another is a finalist for a prestigious award. Look at the upcoming food and drink additions too,
- [Houston To Host Michelin’s Inaugural Texas Guide Ceremony on November 11](https://diningout.com/houston/houston-to-host-michelins-inaugural-texas-guide-ceremony-on-november-11/): Since news of the Michelin Guide expanding to Texas broke over the summer, much of the conversation among Houston foodies has centered around which restaurants will be awarded stars… and when? This week, one of those queries was addressed, as the Michelin Guide revealed that the awards for its very first Texas selection will be
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up on September 30](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-on-september-30/): Thankfully it’s been a slow hard news week, though one cafe did suffer damage after a car drove through it. On a positive note, a Union Station staple opens anew, with some specialty menu items only available downtown. We saw some older places fold, but a new baklava joint in Lafayette has us wanting to
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up On October 14](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-on-october-14/): We have finished another year of the Great American Beer Festival. Once again Colorado shined in multiple beer categories. Fall menus are rolling out with squash making a splash, and Native American food comes to the mountains. In other news, find out what new shop had an unfortunate snafu, and which food truck took root
- [Houston’s Best Holiday Dining Spots: Restaurants and Bars to Celebrate the Season](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-best-holiday-dining-spots-restaurants-and-bars-to-celebrate-the-season/): As the holidays approach, Houston’s vibrant dining and bar scene takes on a festive twist. While the city’s mild climate may not deliver a traditional winter wonderland, the cozy ambiance at local restaurants, bars, and hotels brings plenty of holiday cheer. From dazzling light displays to holiday-inspired cocktails, here are some of Houston’s best spots
- [Get Merry At the Best Holiday Pop-Up Bars This Season](https://diningout.com/denver/get-merry-at-the-best-holiday-pop-up-bars-this-season/): December means all things holiday, and, as we noted before, pop-ups are all the rage. Over the scant decade Denver has seen the festive bar scene go up from one main show, to dozens of winter wonderlands aimed at spreading joy and getting guests into the spirit. Or at least, joy and maybe a bit
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up October 7](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-october-7/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 The team behind Kirby Ice House announced it will open a fourth location of its bustling patio bar at 1421 North Loop West in the Heights next fall. Like its Upper Kirby, Memorial,
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up October 27 ](https://diningout.com/denver/news-served-up-october-27/): Spooky season wraps up with some frightful events and monstrous menu items. Look for spirited news bites as well as an egg-cellent tidbit from the farm side of things. But don’t be afraid, plenty of openings have risen as well. Read on for more of this week’s top news stories and send us any tips
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up October 14](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-october-14/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 The indulgent brunch buffet that chef Hugo Ortega has long been known for is now being offered at his casual Uptown Park restaurant, Urbe. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sundays, brunch
- [Where to Quench Your Thirst During Dry January](https://diningout.com/houston/where-to-quench-your-thirst-during-dry-january/): After weeks of indulgent parties and wine-fueled meals during the festive season, Dry January is upon us. Many partake in the self-imposed detox, which can serve as a reset for the body and mind, and a much-needed break from the sugar, calories, and after-effects of a boozy meal. With many seeking wine and cocktail alternatives
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up December 16](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-up-december-16/): Big shifts in the restaurant industry as one stalwart place plans to close. But it’s not all darkness as we near the longest night of the year, there’s a new sign illuminating a hot spot for drag brunches and cabaret on Colfax. Frasca Hospitality opens in Vail, and there’s a new smash burger in town.
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up October 28](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-october-28/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 Katz Deli announced it will open its fifth Houston-area location at 10321-A Katy Freeway within MetroNational’s mixed-use development at Memorial City. The New York-style eatery famously operates around the clock, making it a
- [Where to Score Holiday Tamales in Houston](https://diningout.com/houston/where-to-score-holiday-tamales-in-houston/): As the night before Christmas creeps nearer and nearer, and last minute gifts find their place under the tree, there is no better time to add tamales well worth unwrapping to your holiday spread. Houston restaurants and bakeries have been hard at work preparing tamales by the dozen and half-dozen that can be conveniently picked
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up November 25](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-november-25/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 Shawn Gale, who honed his chops in Michelin-starred restaurants Corton in New York and Quince & Cotogna in San Francisco, and most recently as executive pastry chef of Goodnight Hospitality, has announced he
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up November 25](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-up-november-25/): It’s Thanksgiving week, which means less buzz on the dining scene when it comes to new places, fresh menus, and events. Yet, one chef took home a fat check after winning a contest, a popular distillery is closing, and there’s a new pasta club on the scene. Read on for more of this week’s top
- [Countdown to Midnight: The Best Denver-area Events to Ring in the New Year](https://diningout.com/denver/countdown-to-midnight-the-best-denver-area-events-to-ring-in-the-new-year/): There’s no celebration like saying goodbye to the old year and ringing in the new year. This December 31 there’s plenty of great ways to ring it in. Maybe you want to go to an epic party, or enjoy a delicious meal, or even spend a romantic evening toasting with your honey. Read on for
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up January 20 ](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-january-20/): While we're currently in a freezing cold snap, all we can do is dream of glorious comfort food and warm, soothing restaurants to hunker down in. Good news, there’s plenty out there. With new menu items including fried chicken sandwiches, tikka masala pizza, and a grilled cheese to swoon over, find a reason to bundle
- [Where to Celebrate Lunar New Year 2025 Around Houston](https://diningout.com/houston/where-to-celebrate-lunar-new-year-2025-around-houston/): With the Lunar New Year commencing on Wednesday, January 29, Houston-area restaurants, bars, and businesses are gearing up for days of epic celebrations and festivities. Each year corresponds to one of twelve animals in the Chinese Zodiac, with this year celebrating the Year of the Snake. Festivities include majestic red and gold decor spotlighting the
- [How To Take Home Holiday Wine From One of Denver's Best Bars](https://diningout.com/denver/how-to-take-home-holiday-wine-from-one-of-denvers-best-bars/): As the holiday season creeps closer and closer, we have been thinking a lot about what wines to bring to the table. Turns out restaurants can sell up to two bottles of wine per transaction, which means if you fall in love with a vintage, you can take it home. What better place to dive
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up December 30 ](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-december-30/): This week marks the end of 2024, and with it comes a surge of news, both happy and sad. We welcome 2025 on Wednesday and the news of a fresh concept by the Dio Mio folk, the closing of a favorite condiment company, and the revamp of a tried and true restaurant in LoDo. Plus,
- [Where to Celebrate Lunar New Year in Denver ](https://diningout.com/denver/where-to-celebrate-lunar-new-year-in-denver/): Imagine getting the opportunity to shed your skin and be born anew. That’s the meaning behind the serpent, one of the 12 animals represented in the Chinese zodiac. As we welcome the Lunar New Year on Wednesday, January 29, it’s time to embrace adaptability, fuel wisdom, and celebrate the Year of the Snake. The Lunar
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up January 6](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-january-6/): Happy New Year from all of us at DiningOut Magazine! Local restaurants, hotels, and bars are all gearing up for 2025 with specials, Dry January menus, and plenty of news. Unfortunately, in-with-the-new and out-with-the-old pertains to some beloved restaurants, and 2025 has already hit hard in the loss department. Still, we have plenty to on
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up January 13](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-january-13/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 Anvil is giving Houstonians good reason to cut Dry January short this year. The beloved Montrose haunt has reinstated its popular happy hour, with the bar opening its doors at 2 p.m. and
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up February 3 ](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-february-3/): Hello February! This month we cram as much good things into it as we can. Think, Black History Month, Super Bowl (Feb. 9), Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14), National Pizza Day (Feb. 9), National Pistachio Day (Feb. 26), and Presidents Day (Feb. 17). Celebrate however you like, but in the meantime, enjoy this week’s openings, news,
- [James Beard Awards Name 13 Houston-Area Semifinalists](https://diningout.com/houston/james-beard-awards-name-13-houston-area-semifinalists/): With awards season in full swing, Houston-area chefs and restaurants are celebrating a whopping 13 nominations named among this year’s semi-finalists for the 2025 James Beard Awards. Houston led the gamut of nominations in Texas, with Dallas and San Antonio each earning eight and Austin earning six. The James Beard Foundation recognizes leaders in the
- [Best Fourth of July Events in Houston: Fireworks, Food, Drinks & Parties](https://diningout.com/houston/best-fourth-of-july-events-in-houston-fireworks-food-drinks-parties/): In honor of the nation’s 250th birthday, many Americans are going big when it comes to fireworks and everything red, white, and blue this Fourth of July. While some will be partying at home with neighbors and friends, others are heading out to local restaurants and bars to revel in the country’s independence with fellow
- [Old and New Steakhouses are Sizzling Hot in New York City ](https://diningout.com/new-york/old-and-new-steakhouses-new-york-city/): From giant cuts of beef to buttery lobster, the steakhouse charm in New York carries on through tried-and-true restaurants, and more modern meat palaces.
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up January 27](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-january-27/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 Jinya Ramen is celebrating the opening of its new Pearland location at 9240 Broadway Street on Wednesday, January 29, coinciding with the restaurant's Lunar New Year festivities. The grand opening marks the 17th
- [20 Best Montrose Bars for Cocktails, Beer, and Nightlife in Houston](https://diningout.com/houston/20-best-montrose-bars-for-cocktails-dive-bars-nightlife-in-houston/): Montrose has long been one of Houston’s best areas for nightlife and social mingling. From its early days as a residential neighborhood, just down the street from tony River Oaks, to its places of refuge for the LGBTQ+ community. In the 1970s and ‘80s, it was a Bohemian community, filled with gay bars, punk clubs,
- [Best Margaritas in Atlanta: The Top Spots for Frozen, Spicy & Classic Favorites](https://diningout.com/atlanta/best-margaritas-in-atlanta-where-to-find-frozen-spicy-classic-margaritas/): Atlanta's best margaritas, frozen, spicy or classic, from smoky mezcal twists to fruit-forward drinks served with tacos, queso and big patios.
- [Relax With a Pint at One of These Amazing Phoenix Breweries](https://diningout.com/phoenix/best-beer-brewery-phoenix/): Whether you want an IPA laced with rosemary, simple lager, or experimental craft suds, these Greater Phoenix breweries are pouring some great beers.
- [Plate Full of Denver News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-news-bites-june22/): This week in restaurant news, the James Beard Award winners are in, a popular chicken wing chain comes to the metro area, and it’s the Battle of the Bruschetta.
- [Tasty Ways to Celebrate America’s 250th Birthday in Phoenix](https://diningout.com/phoenix/250-birthday-america-celebrate-phoenix/): Because nothing says "happy birthday America" like good food, great deals, cold drinks, and a table of people you love. These Phoenix spots deliver just that.
- [The Rustic is Now Open inside Houston's Hobby Airport](https://diningout.com/houston/the-rustic-is-now-open-inside-houstons-hobby-airport-2/): Houston’s Hobby Airport just got a little bit country, and a lot more rock and roll with the debut of a new outpost of the Rustic. The restaurant and live music venue, which was conceptualized by Dallas-based FreeRange Concepts hospitality group that also operates Bowl & Barrel, Mutt’s Canine Cantina, and the General Public in
- [Where to Find the Best World Cup Food and Drink Specials in Dallas-Fort Worth](https://diningout.com/dallas/where-to-find-the-best-world-cup-food-and-drink-specials-in-dallas-fort-worth/): FIFA World Cup is in full swing, with bars and restaurants across Dallas rising to the occasion with game-day food and drink specials designed to help soccer fans cheer on their favorite teams in style. Whether you're looking for World Cup-themed cocktails, international-inspired dishes, watch parties packed with fellow fans, or festive ways to be
- [The Most Fun Restaurants in NYC Right Now, Not Just the Most Expensive](https://diningout.com/new-york/the-most-fun-restaurants-in-nyc/): Great meals are everywhere in NYC. These spots go further, pairing great menus with festive drinks, live music, a party atmosphere, and more.
- [The Ultimate Guide to Native American Cuisine in Phoenix](https://diningout.com/phoenix/guide-to-native-american-cuisine-in-phoenix/): From tepary beans to chiltepin chiles, posole to Navajo tacos, learn more about the traditional foods of the Sonoran Desert at these Phoenix area restaurants.
- [Dallas' Atlas Cocktail Bar Sets Opening Date for First Houston Location in the Heights](https://diningout.com/houston/dallas-atlas-cocktail-bar-sets-opening-date-for-first-houston-location-in-the-heights/): Atlas Cocktail Bar, born in Dallas' Bishop Arts, brings its third and largest location to 729 W. 19th St. in the Heights, with a hidden speakeasy.
- [Beloved SMU Hangout New York Sub Gets New Life as Rollin Joe's Café](https://diningout.com/dallas/beloved-smu-hangout-new-york-sub-gets-new-life-as-rollin-joes-cafe/): After 53 years in business, an SMU favorite shuttered this past March. New York Sub was a popular hangout for generations of students and their families, a place as much a community gathering space as a restaurant. Fans of the iconic sub sandwiches can still pick up their favorite sandwiches from a ghost kitchen (or
- [Chicken Parmesan Showdown: The Best and Tastiest in NYC](https://diningout.com/new-york/best-chicken-parmesan-new-york/): Not every chicken parmesan is made equal, but at these Italian red sauce joints in New York, you can find the best iterations of the classic comfort food.
- [Killen's Heights Sets Final Service Date, Brings Back Fan-Favorite Dishes](https://diningout.com/houston/killens-heights-sets-final-service-date-brings-back-fan-favorite-dishes/): After five years of serving Southern comfort food in the Heights, one of Houston's Michelin-recognized restaurants is preparing to close its doors. Killen's Heights will serve its final meal on Sunday, July 19, ending the run of chef Ronnie Killen's family-inspired neighborhood restaurant that earned Michelin Bib Gourmand recognition in both 2024 and 2025. Before
- [The New Tequilería Alteño Pop-Up Brings Cantina Vibes to Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/tequileria-alteno-pop-up-denver/): Chef Johnny Curiel brings Mexican cantina vibes to Cherry Creek with a new pop-up. Dubbed Tequilería Alteño, it will take over the Mar Bella Wine Bar space.
- [Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/phoenix/plate-full-of-phoenix-news-bites-july1/): This week in Phoenix restaurant news we're seeing a lot of festive Fourth of July celebrations, free meals for kids, and some hot openings, served up July 1.
- [Christmas in July Delivers Holiday Magic to Organ Stop Pizza](https://diningout.com/phoenix/christmas-in-july-delivers-holiday-magic-to-organ-stop-pizza/): Organ Stop Pizza does Christmas in July to bring holiday cheer, Mighty Wurlitzer Organ music, Santa visits, and donation discounts to Mesa.
- [First Look at Punk Noir, Dallas' New Immersive Restaurant Where Date Night Can Top $1,000](https://diningout.com/dallas/first-look-at-punk-noir-dallas-new-1000-tasting-menu-experience-by-james-beard-chef-rj-cooper/): Punk Noir, from James Beard Award-winning chef RJ Cooper, opened June 2 in the Dallas Design District, where date night can top $1,000.
- [Seven of the Most Standout Delis in Phoenix ](https://diningout.com/phoenix/standout-delis-in-phoenix/): Don't miss these Greater Phoenix delis for family recipes, towering sandwiches, and made-from-scratch comfort food.
- [Dining Out With Chef Eli Sussman, New York's Meme King](https://diningout.com/new-york/dining-out-with-chef-eli-sussman-nyc/): Eli Sussman, a food-world-famous internet personality and chef behind the new-ish Jew-ish style diner Gertrude’s in Brooklyn, shares his favorite places in NYC.
- [Best Food & Drink Events in Dallas This July: 6 Festivals, Brunches & Pop-Ups](https://diningout.com/dallas/best-food-drink-events-in-dallas-this-july-6-festivals-brunches-pop-ups/): America is celebrating its 250th birthday, and Dallas is joining the party in lavish style. July is pulling out all the stops with front-row seats to festive fireworks, FIFA World Cup watch parties with free wings and Dallas hip-hop royalty, and chic country soirée where sparkly pink boots are a must. From popping corks at
- [Top Taco Denver 2026: An Epic Party Before the Storm](https://diningout.com/denver/top-taco-2026-denver/): Mother Nature may have cut Denver's Top Taco 2026 a little short, but with over 60 tacos, a donkey, and premium spirit pours, it was a blast while it lasted.
- [After Years of Pop-Ups, Olōyō Opens in Old East Dallas](https://diningout.com/dallas/after-years-of-pop-ups-oloyo-opens-in-old-east-dallas/): Dallas has been sitting on the edge of its seat for this one. In recent years, the city has welcomed a wave of exciting restaurant openings, but few have built the grassroots following, momentum, and homegrown anticipation quite like this Olōyō. James Beard Award semifinalist chef Olivia López and partner Jonathan Percival officially opened their
- [LoHi is Full of New Restaurants, But Root Down Continues to Stand Out](https://diningout.com/denver/tbt-denver-lohi-rootdown/): Root Down, the first Edible Beats concept opened nearly 20 years ago in LoHo. Now, its new executive chef is putting a fresh spin on the farm-to-table menu.
- [Plate Full of New York News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/new-york/plate-full-of-new-york-news-bites-july7/): This week in restaurant news, we learned what Taylor and Travis ate at their wedding rehearsal dinner, we said goodbye to another NYC food hall, indulged in martinis in SoHo, and we met a New Yorker who makes images of famous people out of leftover food. Have a tip? Send us a note via Instagram
- [Chef Claire Smith Opens chrôma at The Menil Collection With All-Day Dining in Montrose](https://diningout.com/houston/chef-claire-smith-opens-chroma-at-the-menil-collection-with-all-day-dining-in-montrose/): chrôma is chef Claire Smith's all-day café at 1512 Sul Ross Street by the Menil Collection, with breakfast, lunch, dinner, cocktails and brunch.
- [The Saddest Denver Restaurant Closings You Need to Know](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-restaurant-closings-you-need-to-know/): The past few weeks haven’t been great for the local dining scene. Denver saw long-time favorites close, and an handful of transplants too.
- [Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/phoenix/plate-full-of-phoenix-news-bites-july7/): Phoenix restaurant news this week includes drink discounts, the announcement that the Michelin Guide is coming, a fundraiser, and more.
- [The Copper Jacket's Chef Larry Epps Reveals His Go-To Atlanta Restaurants](https://diningout.com/atlanta/the-copper-jackets-chef-larry-epps-reveals-his-go-to-atlanta-restaurants/): For Larry Epps, executive chef of the Copper Jacket at Governors Gun Club in Kennesaw, Mondays aren’t really a day off so much as a day for unsupervised play. The restaurant closes, the members stay home, and Epps—who’s been steering the menu here since 2017—sneaks back into the kitchen anyway, tinkering with new cuts and
- [Get Ready Denver, the 2026 Top Taco Denver Winners are In](https://diningout.com/denver/2026-top-taco-denver-winners/): We're so happy everyone came out to Top Taco 2026 in Denver to eat, drink tequila, and have a blast. Here are to official judge's and people's choice winners.
- [Inside The Chai Box Cafe, Atlanta's New Destination for Indian Chai](https://diningout.com/atlanta/inside-the-chai-box-cafe-atlantas-new-destination-for-indian-chai/): Usually, a digital drop-pin gets you close to a new restaurant. But call it a sign from the tech gods—or just plain luck—the little red icon for Howell Mill Road literally pinpoints the exact alleyway entrance to Atlanta's newest culinary destination, the Chai Box Cafe. This bit of satellite-level precision feels fitting for a space
- [Buttermilk Baby is Celebrating its First Birthday with a Whimsical, Family-Friendly Bash in Houston](https://diningout.com/houston/buttermilk-baby-is-celebrating-its-first-birthday-with-a-whimsical-family-friendly-bash-in-houston/): In true proud parent fashion, Berg Hospitality is ringing in the first birthday of its M-K-T Heights restaurant, Buttermilk Baby, with an epic extravaganza complete with cake, ice cream, balloons, and more. On Saturday, September 13, the whimsical diner known for its burgers, biscuit sandwiches, and Carvel ice cream sweet treats, is hosting a family-friendly
- [Saigon Hustle Co-Founders Ink Deal to Take Houston Flavor Nationwide](https://diningout.com/houston/saigon-hustle-co-founders-ink-deal-to-take-houston-flavor-nationwide/): Saigon Hustle, the fast-casual modern Vietnamese drive-thru concept that launched in Houston in 2020, is expanding its footprint in a major way after signing a growth partnership with Savory Fund, a private equity firm that has invested in brands like Swig, Mo’ Bettahs, and Houston TX Hot Chicken, and Virentes Partners Group, a multi-family private
- [Chef Aaron Bludorn to Bring His Beloved Neighborhood Tavern to the Woodlands Waterway ](https://diningout.com/houston/chef-aaron-bludorn-to-bring-his-beloved-neighborhood-tavern-to-the-woodlands-waterway/): An announcement made today by Bludorn Hospitality Group that it will be expanding its footprint to the Woodlands has further solidified the picturesque suburb as a foodie destination to keep an eye on in the coming year. Chef Aaron Bludorn and his team will debut a second outpost of their Memorial-area neighborhood haunt, Bar Bludorn,
- [Nando’s Brings Peri Peri Heat to Historic Montrose Space](https://diningout.com/houston/nandos-brings-peri-peri-heat-to-historic-montrose-space/): Nando’s PERi-PERi Chicken has expanded its Houston presence—this time to the ultra-hip Montrose neighborhood, with a new outpost at 1201 Westheimer Road inside the historic Tower Theatre block redevelopment. The opening serves as a rebirth for the storied strip, which previously housed El Real and Acme Oyster House, and will soon be home to a
- [New Wine Bar and Retail Concept, The Board Room to Open at CITYCENTRE This Summer](https://diningout.com/houston/new-wine-bar-and-retail-concept-the-board-room-to-open-at-citycentre-this-summer/): Houstonians have yet another reason to flock to the bustling plaza at CITYCENTRE this summer, as husband-and-wife team, and Memorial residents, John and Carly Whitehurst announced they are opening the Board Room, a relaxed wine bar, cafe and retailer at 800 Sorella Court. With an opening date set sometime between late July and early August,
- [Beloved Smashburger Pop-Up Opens First Brick-and-Mortar in Houston’s East End This Weekend](https://diningout.com/houston/beloved-smashburger-pop-up-opens-first-brick-and-mortar-in-houstons-east-end-this-weekend/): Houston’s smashburger scene is getting juicier. After five years of hosting pop-ups, native Houstonian Joseph Boudreaux is expanding his popular Boo’s Burgers concept into a brick-and-mortar restaurant, set to open this Saturday, July 26 at 2510 Navigation Boulevard in the East End. The new Boo’s Burgers on the Esplanade comes with a hefty side of
- [Dog Haus is Celebrating the Dog Days of Summer With Free Hot Dogs](https://diningout.com/houston/dog-haus-is-celebrating-the-dog-days-of-summer-with-free-hot-dogs/): Dog Haus, the casual hot dog chain known for its gourmet handhelds built with chef-driven toppings, is giving Houstonians a reason to celebrate the dog days of summer. The company that was founded by longtime friends, Hagop Giragossian, Quasim Riaz, and André Vener in Pasadena, California in 2010, is commemorating the month of July, aka
- [A Celebration of Houston’s Hispanic Culinary Community, Latin Restaurant Weeks Kicks Off This Weekend](https://diningout.com/houston/a-celebration-of-houstons-hispanic-culinary-community-latin-restaurant-weeks-kicks-off-this-weekend/): Houston’s culinary landscape, abundant with restaurants that showcase the cuisines of Latin American countries like Mexico, Cuba, Peru, and so many more, is a direct reflection of its large Latin communities. During Latin Restaurant Weeks, returning this year from July 11-25, the spotlight is on these restaurants and the chefs who celebrate their vibrant traditions.
- [Houston Restaurants Taking Action in Support of Hill Country Flood Relief](https://diningout.com/houston/houston-restaurants-taking-action-in-support-of-hill-country-flood-relief-2/): In the wake of the catastrophic flooding in Kerr County and the surrounding Texas Hill Country on July 4, Houston chefs and restaurants are banding together to make it easy for locals to offer their support for relief efforts. Some are donating proceeds of their business on designated days, many are accepting donations and supplies
- [Jay-Z Raves About “Fire” Meal Enjoyed in Houston by Beyoncé and Team During Cowboy Carter Tour](https://diningout.com/houston/jay-z-raves-about-fire-meal-enjoyed-in-houston-by-beyonce-and-team-during-cowboy-carter-tour/): While Houstonians are no strangers to cowboys of all kinds, locals experienced a new level of excitement this past weekend as Beyonce, Jay-Z, and company descended upon Houston for two sold-out shows of the Cowboy Carter tour at NRG Park. The visit was particularly thrilling for Houston chef Don Bowie of Taste Kitchen + Bar,
- [Power Trio Behind Glitzy Woodlands Restaurant Amrina To Open Kitchen Rumors In the Loop This Weekend](https://diningout.com/houston/power-trio-behind-glitzy-woodlands-restaurant-amrina-to-open-kitchen-rumors-in-the-loop-this-weekend/): The quiet structure on Decatur Street, near Washington Avenue and Sawyer Yards, that has been home to ill-fated concepts including Beaver’s, Decatur Bar & Pop-Up Factory, and most recently Xin Chao, will welcome Houstonians once again. On Friday, June 27, the space will open its doors as Kitchen Rumors, a restaurant from the Kahani Social
- [Austin-Based Emmer & Rye Hospitality to Open First Houston Restaurant at Autry Park](https://diningout.com/houston/austin-based-emmer-rye-hospitality-to-open-first-houston-restaurant-at-autry-park/): News of Chris Kinjo’s ambitious MF Lobster shuttering this week is bittersweet, as it paves the way for another worthy concept to move into the space overlooking the lush environs at Autry Park. Emmer & Rye Hospitality, the Austin-based restaurant group known for its long list of accolades and multiple concepts in Austin and San
- [In Its Milestone 60th Year, Tony’s Stands Firm as One of Houston’s Finest Restaurants by Evolving with the Times](https://diningout.com/houston/in-its-milestone-60th-year-tonys-stands-firm-as-one-of-houstons-finest-restaurants-by-evolving-with-the-times/): It’s hard to imagine a Houston without Tony’s restaurant. Only a handful of Houston eateries have managed to weather the tumultuous ups and downs of the volatile business of fine dining (and the attendant booms and busts of the city’s energy sector) with such elan. To say nothing of its longevity when today’s fickle foodies
- [New Lebanese American Restaurant Serving Premium Halal Meats Open in Tanglewood](https://diningout.com/houston/new-lebanese-american-restaurant-serving-premium-halal-meats-open-in-tanglewood/): If the packed dining rooms at restaurants like Hamsa, Okto, and Rumi’s Kitchen are any indication, it is that Mediterranean food is having a moment in Houston. And, the opening this week of the Butcher’s Grille, a Lebanese-American restaurant that hails from Michigan, gives Houstonians yet another fantastic option. The restaurant, known for its modern
- [Two Houston Farmers Debut a New Cocktail Bar and Restaurant in the Heights](https://diningout.com/houston/two-houston-farmers-debut-a-new-cocktail-bar-and-restaurant-in-the-heights/): Co-owners of Verdegreens Farms, Billy Trainor and Kyle Wiebe, are giving new meaning to the term farm-to-table by bringing their green thumbs and expertise to Good God, Nadine’s, a cocktail lounge and restaurant now open at 33 Waugh Drive in the Heights. “We wanted to create the kind of place where you instantly feel at
- [Wine Pro Behind A’Bouzy Debuts New Napa Valley-Inspired Restaurant at Regent Square](https://diningout.com/houston/wine-pro-behind-abouzy-debuts-new-napa-valley-inspired-restaurant-at-autry-park/): Nearly eight years after introducing his champagne-fueled River Oaks hangout, A’bouzy, to Houston diners, veteran hospitality pro Shawn Virene is giving locals another place to eat and guzzle wine with the opening of Succulent. Located in the space that briefly housed Pastore in the Regent Square development adjacent to River Oaks, Succulent pays homage to
- [Veteran Houston BBQ Chef Signs On as New Pitmaster at J-Bar-M](https://diningout.com/houston/veteran-houston-bbq-chef-signs-on-as-new-pitmaster-at-j-bar-m/): In the four years since it debuted in East Downtown, J-Bar-M has made a proper name for itself in a town abundant with stellar barbecue restaurants. A recent announcement that veteran local chef, Arash Kharat has joined the J-Bar-M team as pitmaster, gives Houstonians reason to venture in now more than ever. Kharat brings loads
- [Houston Restaurant Openings to Know Right Now](https://diningout.com/houston/houston-restaurant-openings-to-know-right-now/): There is never a dull moment when it comes to Houston’s dining scene. From corner to corner of the city, a wave of restaurant openings keeps things thrilling for diners, with new eye-catching spaces and bountiful menus to explore. Here are the latest restaurant openings to add to your dining out list. Haii Keii The
- [The Houston Rodeo Cook-Off Returns, How to Go and What to Know](https://diningout.com/houston/the-houston-rodeo-cook-off-returns-how-to-go-and-what-to-know/): How do you know Rodeo season has arrived? You can smell it. The scent of wood smoke caressing meat fat — that olfactory sensation near and dear to the Texas heart — is the surest signal that the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is galloping into town. We’re speaking, of course, of the World’s Championship
- [Houston’s Unlimited Taco Festival Returns this April](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-unlimited-taco-festival-returns-this-april/): In Houston, there is no bad time to fill your belly with tacos, but the return of DiningOut Events’ Top Taco festival is a particularly thrilling occasion to do so. The spirited and indulgent food festival, which showcases tacos prepared by the city’s top chefs, returns on Thursday, April 24 at POST Houston. Like last
- [Houston Bartender Receives Generous Five-Figure Tip from Post Malone](https://diningout.com/houston/houston-bartender-receives-generous-five-figure-tip-from-post-malone/): As people everywhere basked in the spirit of the giving season, one Houston bartender felt the love in a major way when rapper Post Malone left a generous $20,000 tip for her on Christmas Eve. The decorated singer, producer, and songwriter was in town over the holiday to perform at NRG Stadium alongside Beyonce during
- [Hot New Houston Dining Destinations You Have to Try](https://diningout.com/houston/hot-new-houston-dining-destinations-you-have-to-try/): As the year winds down, Houston’s dining scene is heating up with a fresh wave of exciting restaurant openings. From sushi spots to supper clubs, these new arrivals are sure to elevate your dining experience this holiday season. Here’s a roundup of the latest restaurants to add to your must-visit list. Ginza Onodera Brings Kaiten
- [Houston Astro Lance McCullers and Partners Debut Maven at Sawyer Yards this Friday](https://diningout.com/houston/houston-astro-lance-mccullers-and-partners-debut-maven-at-sawyer-yards-this-friday/): A new era of Maven is upon us. The fast-growing brand from Rex Hospitality, which has garnered buzz for its portable Maven Coffee + Cocktails carts at Minute Maid Park and Toyota Center, plus an all-day cafe at the Thompson Hotel, is debuting its first full-service restaurant called Maven at Sawyer Yards on Friday, October
- [These Budding Restaurants are Expanding their Footprint in Houston](https://diningout.com/houston/these-budding-restaurants-are-expanding-their-footprint-in-houston/): There is always buzz around Houston’s must-try restaurants, and with it being the fourth largest city in the country, diners have a lot of ground to cover. Naturally, people are eager to journey through all of the tasty options the sprawling metropolis has to offer, but hesitant to navigate through its notorious traffic. So when
- [State Fair of Texas Food Hacks: How to Get the Most Bang for Your Buck](https://diningout.com/dallas/state-fair-of-texas-food-hacks-how-to-get-the-most-bang-for-your-buck/): The State Fair of Texas has been a Dallas staple since 1886, growing over the last century into the nation's largest and most over-the-top 24-day extravaganza. This year, the fair kicked off Friday, September 26 and will last through Sunday, October 19. Some regard the State Fair of Texas the Met Gala of gluttony, with
- [Power Duo Behind Rye and Apothecary Bring Wood-Fired Heat and European Flavors to Plano](https://diningout.com/dallas/power-duo-behind-rye-and-apothecary-bring-wood-fired-heat-and-european-flavors-to-plano/): One of North Texas’ most anticipated restaurant openings of the year has arrived in Plano. From the culinary minds behind Lower Greenville’s Rye and Apothecary comes Flamant, a European-inspired live-fire cocktail and bistro that opened Tuesday, June 10 on the Boardwalk at Granite Park at 5880 State Highway 121. The opening marks creative director and
- [Executive Chef RJ Yoakum Suddenly Departs From Michelin Recommended Restaurant Georgie](https://diningout.com/dallas/executive-chef-rj-yoakum-suddenly-departs-from-michelin-recommended-restaurant-georgie/): With just hours remaining until tonight’s James Beard Awards to be held at Lyric Opera in Chicago, news has emerged that RJ Yoakum, lauded executive chef of Knox-Henderson fine dining restaurant Georgie and a nominee for Best Emerging Chef, is no longer employed by Travis Street Hospitality. Stephan Courseau, owner of Travis Street Hospitality, confirmed
- [Texas Pitmasters to Look Out For at the First Ever Lone Star Smokeout](https://diningout.com/dallas/texas-pitmasters-to-look-out-for-at-the-first-ever-lone-star-smokeout-in-arlington/): The team behind Chicago-based Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants and Windy City Smokeout is bringing its passion for country music and ‘cue down south with the inaugural debut of the Lone Star Smokeout in May. The three-day fest, to be held May 2-4 at Arlington’s AT&T Stadium, is the group’s first expansion since launching in 2013.
- [Miami’s Most Lavish Dining Experiences](https://diningout.com/global/miamis-most-lavish-dining-experiences/): When it comes to dining out, Miami knows how to bring the drama. In a city where flash and flavor go hand in hand, fine dining is as much about the spectacle as it is about the cuisine. In Miami, extravagance isn’t just a lifestyle—it’s an art form, and no place is this more evident
- [The Art of Dining in and Near Boston’s Cultural Institutions](https://diningout.com/global/boston-art-restauants-travel/): Boston may have cobblestone sidewalks, ocean views, and The Green Monster in Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Socks. But for those in the know, Boston is more than the cradle of American liberty and a hub for sports fans. The city is ultra-walkable and packed with world-class restaurants and cultural institutions that rival
- [Woman-Made Wines in Italy](https://diningout.com/global/woman-made-wines-in-italy/): Raise a glass to women in wine as we celebrate Women’s History Month with a lineup of female-made wines from around the world. Explore each remarkable bottle in Denver restaurants and learn the stories of the women behind the wines. The history of wine spans centuries and is deeply rooted in tradition. Historically, it was
- [Cocktail Creators: Apples to Apples](https://diningout.com/global/cocktail-creators-apples-to-apples/): Buffalo Trace bourbon changed the whiskey landscape. With over 100 awards, it is aptly named for the paths left behind by buffalo migrating across America—trails that literally paved the way for Native Americans and settlers that grew apples, corn, and wheat. The bourbon is aged for seven years with traces of those same flavors. At Satchel’s,
- [In With the Old and New When Exploring Philadelphia’s Creative Culinary Scene](https://diningout.com/global/in-with-the-old-and-new-when-exploring-philadelphias-creative-culinary-scene/): Philadelphia, once the first capital of the United States, is now one of its top tourist destinations, and the food here is a major reason why. Shrewd foodies will already know that Philly isn’t just a place for whiz-covered cheese steaks, old-school red sauce joints, and soft pretzels salted to hell. The fine dining scene
- [Now in Its Dinner Era, The Green Collective Expands](https://diningout.com/denver/dinner-green-collective-washington-park/): The Green Collective launched a dinner program at the Washington Park location. Now you can get tasty and nutrient-dense bowls to stay or go.
- [Get Ready, Sunnyside: Boombots Pasta Opens Its Doors This Weekend](https://diningout.com/denver/boombots-pasta-opens-denver/): The global pasta place Boombots from the Odie B's team has been in the works for a while. Now the noodle is loose and doors open on Saturday, November 8.
- [Dive or Die](https://diningout.com/denver/dive-or-die/): Can the slow death of Denver’s dive bars be stopped? The diminutive stature of the guy sitting next to me at the bar of the Cheerio Lounge on South Federal Boulevard made him appear like a kid at a malt shop counter. The lip of the pint glass came almost to the middle of his
- [Corsica Brings an Affordable, Excellent Wine List to RiNo](https://diningout.com/denver/corsica-brings-an-affordable-excellent-wine-list-to-rino/): The creative minds behind Barcelona Wine Bar have unveiled their latest concept, Corsica, in the heart of Denver’s RiNo Art District. A food, wine, and travel junky’s dream come true, the group chose Mile High City as the launch pad for the first installation of its new venture. We aren’t surprised, in Denver, we cherish
- [Go Wyld In The Rocky Mountains At This Michelin-Recommended Restaurant](https://diningout.com/denver/go-wyld-in-the-rocky-mountains-at-this-michelin-recommend-restaurant/): Where some hotel restaurant meals fall flat, everything gets elevated at Wyld inside The Ritz-Carlton, Bachelor Gulch. In fact, chef Jasper Schneider and his team have created such a memorable experience, it’s one of the few Michelin recommended spots in the area. It’s not just about the superb food either, the space proves stunning as
- [Restaurant Owner Jared Leonard is Arrested on Fraud Charges](https://diningout.com/denver/jared_leonard_arrested-on-fraud-charges/): Last February restaurateur Jared Leonard showed Colorado just how dubious he had become, moving to Mexico with funds meant to go toward employees. His properties, including Campfire in Evergreen and AJ’s Pit Bar-B-Q in Denver, were seized by the government. Now, Leonard has been arrested and federal prosecutors claim he wrongly received more than $1
- [Houston Staple Picos Reverses Closure Plans, Announces Relocation](https://diningout.com/houston/houston-staple-picos-reverses-closure-plans-announces-relocation/): Less than six months after announcing its closure, Arnaldo Richards’ Picos revealed today that it will not shutter, but instead relocate—signaling a transition rather than a farewell. “Our community has given us an opportunity we never thought possible,” said the restaurant’s namesake, Arnaldo Richards in a release. “Thanks to them, we have gone from closing
- [Opa Grill: A Greek Culinary Journey in Parker, CO](https://diningout.com/denver/opa-grill-a-greek-culinary-journey-in-parker-co/): In the heart of Parker, Colorado, tucked away on Lincoln Avenue, lies a hidden gem that captures the essence of Greece. Opa Grill, a restaurant that exudes warmth and charm, takes you on a culinary journey through Greek cuisine's rich flavors and vibrant traditions. From the moment you step inside, you'll be transported to a world where food is not just a meal but a celebration of life. At Opa Grill, you'll find a culinary philosophy that started thousands of years — fresh and flavorful, delicious and beneficial; the food is as good for your heart as it is for your soul.
- [Erasmo Casiano Brings to Life the Ancient Cuisines of Mexico](https://diningout.com/denver/erasmo-casiano-brings-to-life-the-ancient-cuisines-of-mexico/): Diners around town have a lot of ideas about Mexican food, but chef Erasmo 'Ras' Casiano of Xiquita wants to change that. The nuances, he said, go well beyond smothering and cheese. The chef also owns Lucina Eatery & Bar, which showcases a blend of Latin American cuisines inside a lively restaurant. Learn more about
- [Ace Coffee Bar Brings a New Cafe Vibe to Uptown](https://diningout.com/denver/ace-coffee-bar-uptown/): Ace Eat Serve has been serving Denver’s Uptown neighborhood since 2012, and over the years it has grown and changed while still keeping the backbone strong. Think casual Asian eats, a great bar program, a huge outdoor area, and numerous ping pong tables for those who want a side of competition with their meal. Now,
- [Power Duo Behind Melrose Announce New Montrose Bar Featuring Houston’s First Cocktail Omakase Experience](https://diningout.com/houston/power-duo-behind-melrose-announce-new-montrose-bar-featuring-houstons-first-cocktail-omakase-experience/): The breadth of Houston’s cocktail bar scene has range, and it is only intensifying as local hospitality pros Army Sadeghi and Brandon Duliakas announced they will debut 1111 in Montrose this winter, a destination bar with major star power behind the food and room for the city’s first omakase-style mixology stations. Set to open in
- [New Modern Mexican Restaurant and Agave Bar Brings Major Star Power to Autry Park](https://diningout.com/houston/modern-mexican-restaurant-and-agave-bar-mayahuel-brings-major-star-power-to-autry-park/): Culinary Khancepts, the budding hospitality group that operates State Fare, Liberty Kitchen, Leo’s River Oaks, and others, has added another feather in its cap with the opening of a modern Mexican restaurant and agave bar called Mayahuel in Autry Park. The ambitious project was created in partnership with chef Luis Robledo Richards, the founder of
- [Pinky Up, Houston: The Most Delightful Afternoon Tea Experiences in the City](https://diningout.com/houston/top-spots-for-an-unforgettable-tea-experience-in-houston/): Where to book afternoon tea or high tea in Houston, from classic British-style spreads with scones to chef-driven takes, plus how the two differ.
- [LRH Restaurant & Bar is Redefining Hotel Dining in Las Colinas](https://diningout.com/dallas/lrh-restaurant-bar-is-redefining-hotel-dining-in-las-colinas/): From the porte cochere, it’s clear to see that the 421-room Omni Las Colinas Hotel offers lavish amenities. But past the valet stand and into the well-appointed lobby, it’s the sun-soaked, waterfront LRH Restaurant & Bar that commands the attention of guests and visitors. The hotel’s signature restaurant has substance and style, and joins the
- [Sushi-Rama Closes All but One Restaurant](https://diningout.com/denver/sushi-rama-closes-all-but-one-restaurant/): Some closings hit harder than others, and for my 9-year-old son, Sushi-Rama’s announcement yesterday brought tears and a promise we would visit before his favorite restaurant closed. Yes, after six years Sushi-Rama has decided to close all but one of its locations. “It was a challenge to operate these and with rents going up, the
- [Skratch Labs Cafe Breaks Down The Fundamentals Of Healthy Living](https://diningout.com/denver/skratch-labs-cafe-breaks-down-the-fundamentals-of-healthy-living/): Dr. Allen Lim, co-founder of Skratch Labs, doesn’t want you to eat alone. In fact, he said, one of the first steps to a healthier lifestyle comes from embracing community. “If any athlete wants me to coach them, I ask them how many days a week they eat by themselves,” said Dr. Lim, who is
- [Weekend Brunch: Good Breakfast Hunting at Fox and the Hen](https://diningout.com/denver/weekend-brunch-good-breakfast-hunting-at-fox-and-the-hen/): The dish that earned chef Carrie Baird a win on Season 15 of Bravo’s Top Chef is one of the highlights of her brunch menu at Fox and the Hen in Denver. Fancy Toast, as she so eloquently dubbed it, showcases many elevated takes on different toasts with seasonal twists. While this dish has its
- [Better Butter Elevates the Denver Dining Scene](https://diningout.com/denver/better-butter-elevates-the-denver-dining-scene/): Don’t skip the bread and butter service, in some cases, it’s the highlight of the meal. After all, not only are chefs creating their own bread program, but many have added on superb, cultured butters to help highlight the food. “If you have extraordinary bread, and extraordinary butter,” said the famed French chef Jacques Pépin
- [The Ultimate Guide to Denver's Fat-Washed Cocktail Scene](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-fat-washed-cocktail-scene/): Discover the art of fat-washing in Denver's lively cocktail scene, where innovative bars and lounges offer unique and flavorful concoctions. Immerse yourself in the rich taste and velvety textures of fat-washed spirits, and explore our handpicked selection of the best places to enjoy this growing trend.
- [BearLeek Brings Globally Inspired Bites and a Sexy Basement Vibe to RiNo](https://diningout.com/denver/bearleek-opens-rino-denver/): Combining the talents and travels of chefs Harrison Porter and Rema Maaliki, expect BearLeek to open at the end of the month with a globally-influenced barrage of seasonal dishes in the revamped basement spot that formally housed Osaka Ramen in RiNo. “As far as the style of the restaurant, it’s an extension of us, and
- [Nocturne is RiNo’s Cool Cat in the Jazz Club Scene](https://diningout.com/denver/nocturne-is-rinos-cool-cat-in-the-jazz-club-scene/): Discover the heartbeat of RiNo's vibrant jazz club scene at Nocturne Jazz and Supper Club. Dive into an immersive experience of artful interiors, harmonious cuisine, and soulful melodies. Join us for an unforgettable rendezvous at Denver's cool cat of the jazz world.
- [Chef Takeover: How To Make Perfect Pasta at Dio Mio](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-pete-mctiernan-dio-mio/): If pasta was a food group then chef Pete McTiernan of Dio Mio would be at the top of the pyramid, and so would diners. The hip Rino spot has been churning out excellent Italian and globally-influenced dishes for eight years, and McTiernan has been executive chef there for two of them. On Thursday, March
- [Adrift Brings a Budget-Friendly Taste of the Tropics To Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/happy-hour-adrift-tiki-bar/): Adrift Tiki Bar on South Broadway expertly blends over-the-top tropical vibes with really good food and cocktails. Yes the menu features tiki drinks, but these versions are balanced and boozy, making it feel like you landed in paradise where island gods are found in the cup. Then, take a glance up at the pufferfish lights,
- [Don’t Let Love (or a Meal) Pass You By, Reserve a Spot for Valentine’s Dinner Now](https://diningout.com/denver/valentines-day-denver-boulder/): Get in the mood for love at restaurants and hotels all over the Denver metro area with these 30-plus special events for Valentine's Day.
- [Recipe: Warm Up With Bolognese From Point Easy ](https://diningout.com/denver/recipe-bolognese-from-point-easy/): Embrace the chill of the season with a steaming bowl of bolognese over pasta or even roasted veggies. Point Easy chef Andy Bruch shares his amazing recipe.
- [James Beard-Recognized Chef Anastacia Quiñones-Pittman Brings Nostalgic Mexican-Southern Diner Fare to Dallas’ New AM/FM](https://diningout.com/dallas/james-beard-recognized-chef-anastacia-quinones-pittman-brings-nostalgic-mexican-southern-diner-fare-to-dallas-new-am-fm/): When James Beard-recognized chef Anastacia Quiñones-Pittman left José in May 2025 to start her own restaurant and hospitality group, Dallas expected the restaurant, called Eledi, to open before 2026. After some investors fell out, the real estate deal fell apart, and Oh Hi Hospitality found itself in the consulting game. Through her longtime business partner,
- [With Vintage Vibes, FiNO Showcases Vibrant Coastal Tapas in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/fino-opens-denver-colfax/): After 10-plus years sitting empty, FiNO has opened in The All Inn Hotel on Colfax in Denver. The vibe hits the 1960 notes, and the food channels coastal tapas.
- [Michelin Recognized Chef Johnny Curiel Wants to Try Something New, and it Opens This Weekend ](https://diningout.com/denver/mar-bella-boqueria-opening-chef-johnny-curiel/): Welcome Mar Bella Boqueria, the first Spanish concept by chef Johnny Curiel and Fonda Fina Hospitality, located in the Denver neighborhood of Cherry Creek.
- [Houston Restaurants and Bars Hosting White Linen Night in the Heights Festivities](https://diningout.com/houston/houston-restaurants-and-bars-hosting-white-linen-night-in-the-heights-festivities/): Dust off your white linen, and prepare for another epic White Linen Night in the Heights on Saturday, August 2. The beloved summer tradition that falls on the first Saturday of August each year in Houston is back, with local restaurants and bars joining in the fun. The ticketed event, curated by the Feel Good
- [Bari Ristorante Set to Expand Its Houston Presence With Stylish New Woodlands Waterway Location](https://diningout.com/houston/bari-ristorante-set-to-expand-its-houston-presence-with-stylish-new-woodlands-waterway-location/): As Houstonians count down to new beginnings and a fresh start in the new year, they can also look forward to a new location of Bari Ristorante, which is debuting its second location at 24 Waterway Avenue in the Woodlands Waterway Square District in early 2026. Bari Hospitality Group, which also operates Georgia James Steakhouse,
- [Chef Mawa McQueen Found the Secret to Great Hospitality](https://diningout.com/denver/mawa-mcqueen-crepe-therapy-boulder-steve-connector/): Crepe Therapy Cafe, a cozy new restaurant in Boulder by award-winning chef Mawa McQueen, redefines what it means to eat out, one heartfelt greeting at a time.
- [Where Dallas-Fort Worth Foodies Go to Celebrate Their Birthdays](https://diningout.com/dallas/where-dallas-fort-worth-foodies-go-to-celebrate-their-birthdays/): Dallas’ dining scene is known for many things—standout steakhouses, top-tier barbecue, and no shortage of special-occasion restaurants—making birthday celebrations in the Metroplex especially fun. Whether you’re booking a private room for 50 of your closest friends, planning a candlelit dinner for two, or treating yourself to a solo splurge, Dallas-Fort Worth restaurants have you covered.
- [Find a Taste of Japan at Neko Ramen & Rice](https://diningout.com/denver/find-a-taste-of-japan-at-neko-ramen-rice/): From the decorations to the Japanese food, walking into Neko Ramen & Rice gives one the sense you’ve landed in Japan on the whimsical side. Features include an entire wall of lucky kitties, a nod to the restaurant’s name, which means “cat” in Japanese. Aside from the beckoning cats, the cherry blossoms lining the ceiling,
- [Dining Out With Adrian Miller, the Soul Food Scholar](https://diningout.com/denver/adrian-miller-talks-soul-food-at-blazing-chicken-shack/): Meet some of Colorado’s celebrities and find out where they like to eat and drink. If anyone knows anything about soul food, it’s Adrian Miller. In fact, he wrote a book all about it, as well as two others. We sat down with the writer and historian at one of his favorite soul food spots
- [Behind The Bar: Sensational Stories Surround Room For Milly](https://diningout.com/denver/behind-the-bar-sensational-stories-surround-room-for-milly/): Milly Parker was an icon. She led a life full of travel, conversations with strangers, and the most dazzling kind of risk-taking. So it’s only fitting she have an elegant cocktail bar dedicated to her spirit and charm. At least, that’s what co-owner Fiona Arnold thought when she conceptualized Room For Milly. “It's inspired by
- [Kazzan Ramen & Bar to Close in the Heights: Houston’s Home of Volcano Ramen Says Goodbye](https://diningout.com/houston/kazzan-ramen-bar-to-close-in-the-heights-houstons-home-of-volcano-ramen-says-goodbye/): Houston’s ramen scene is losing a fiery favorite. Kazzan Ramen & Bar, the Heights restaurant known for its signature Volcano ramen, will close its location at 191 Heights Blvd. at the end of service on Saturday, January 24. The announcement marks the end of an era for fans who ventured in for bubbling stone bowls,
- [How the Largest Denver Bake Sale Got Started](https://diningout.com/denver/pro-roe-bake-sale-in-denver/): Yes, that bag of bagels from Rosenberg's Bagels & Delicatessen and those peanut butter miso cookies from Funky Flame can help save lives. At least, that’s the sentiment behind the Pro Roe Bake Sale, launching its fourth iteration at Infinite Monkey Theorem (IMT) this Sunday starting at 10 a.m. “You have dozens of volunteers, restaurants
- [Turns Out Ceviche Is The Dish Of Summer](https://diningout.com/denver/turns-out-ceviche-is-the-dish-of-summer/): As summer blazes on we yearn for a cool breeze and to fill ourselves with a fresh, invigorating meal. That’s where ceviche comes in. Ceviche's vibrant blend of bright citrus, rich fish, a dab of chili pepper heat, and other refreshing flavors offer that island escape we crave during this heat wave. A Brief History
- [Farmed Mushrooms Are Getting Popular, and Denver Is So Here For It](https://diningout.com/denver/farmed-mushrooms/): We all like to think that the fancy gourmet mushrooms advertised on the menu of our favorite restaurant were foraged in the wild by a grey bearded man with a wooden cane, knee-high forester boots, and a feathered fedora. In reality, those mushrooms were likely grown on a farm. But when we say mushroom farm
- [Chef Takeover: Doug Anderson, Head Baker of Leven Deli ](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-takeover-doug-anderson-of-leven-deli/): What does it take to make around 500 sandwiches a day? Follow our social media and find out. The team behind Leven Deli knows sandwiches, but it’s baker Doug Anderson who knows bread. And tomorrow, you can see what a day in his life at the “bread quarter” consists of. Spoiler, three-pound loaves of sourdough,
- [Weekend Brunch: Let That Morning Party Get Wilde](https://diningout.com/denver/wilde-brings-the-brunch-party/): It’s no secret Denver loves brunch. Each Friday we’ll divulge the newest and best brunches around. Not only do we highlight our favorite spots for all your brunching needs, but also add lists of things you crave. So pour a mimosa, grab a cup of coffee, and get ready to eat. The first time I
- [Making Boss Moves: Tacos A Go Go Expands with Two New Locations and Collaboration with a James Beard-Nominated Bar Pro](https://diningout.com/houston/making-boss-moves-tacos-a-go-go-expands-with-two-new-locations-and-a-collaboration-with-james-beard-nominated-bar-pro-bobby-heugel/): There are too many taco shops in Houston, said no one ever. Tacos A Go Go is giving Houstonians even more opportunity to get their hands on scratch-made tacos and fajita family packs with an announcement that it will be opening two new locations this winter. Its current Heights location on White Oak Drive will
- [Our Favorite Tamales in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/top-tamales-in-town/): Dek - subheading Placeholder It’s believed that tamales were first eaten in Mesoamerica between seven and ten thousand years ago. The name comes from Nahuatl word “tamal” or “tamalli” used by the Aztecs, which means “wrapped”. The dish—a mixture of masa corn dough and filling that’s enclosed in a banana leaf or corn husk and
- [Boulder Now Boasts an Ajax Tavern and Limelight Hotel](https://diningout.com/denver/limelight-boulder-ajax-tavern/): Last week Boulder got a new hotel concept, and an outpost of the popular Aspen restaurant, Ajax Tavern. "The opening of Limelight Boulder marks a significant milestone in the growth of the Limelight brand, joining our broader portfolio of premium properties." said Jeff Toscano, Aspen Hospitality CEO. "We are so proud to be joining the
- [Innovative Cocktails With Vegetables As the Star](https://diningout.com/denver/innovative-cocktails-with-vegetables-as-the-star/): As we wait for farmers' market season to kick off, the produce haul has already made its way to behind the bar. While zesty Bloody Marys and crisp, refreshing cucumber margs are no strangers to cocktail menus, Denver’s bartenders are also digging more inventive, veggie-forward cocktails. At LoHi cocktail lounge Lady Jane, partner Stuart Weaver
- [What’s New (and What’s Gone) in the Denver Dining Scene](https://diningout.com/denver/openings-closings-denver-feb-11/): We're excited about two new sushi spots, as well as the expansion of a popular Chinese restaurant. On the sadder end, both Denver and Boulder lost a taco joint.
- [Top Taco Festival 2022](https://diningout.com/denver/top-taco-festival-2022/): So you think you love tacos and tequila? Come put your taste buds to the test at the 8th annual Top Taco Festival from DiningOut Events, a culinary experience that returns every summer, bigger, better, and always back by popular demand. Unlimited Tacos and Tequila Hosted this year on the spacious lawns of Downtown Westminster’s
- [Chef Alexander Grenier Debuts the New Mercantile](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-alexander-grenier-debuts-the-new-mercantile/): When Mercantile Dining & Provisions opened in Union Station 10 years ago, it brought a much needed upscale dinner spot and casual day-time eatery to the area. Now, under the guidance of chef Alex Grenier and a complete makeover, the restaurant is simply Mercantile, and it’s better than ever. Part of the change came last
- [The Winners of RARE Festival 2022](https://diningout.com/denver/the-winners-of-rare-festival-2022/): For yet another rendition of the tenderest, juiciest, meatiest food competition in all of Colorado, Denver’s greatest grillmasters came together at Sculpture Park on August 18 for RARE: The Denver Steak Championships from DiningOut Events. More than two dozen of the city’s premier chefs sliced, seasoned, and served up expert cuts of grade A prime
- [Kizaki Brings Sushi and a New Edomae-Style Omakase to Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/kizaki-brings-sushi-and-a-new-edomae-style-omakase-to-denver/): Kizaki is Sushi Den co-founder Toshi Kizaki's edomae-style sushi and omakase restaurant on Pearl Street in Denver. What to expect at the counter.
- [Denver Chefs Dish: On Favorite Fall Recipes](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-chefs-dish-on-favorite-fall-recipes/): Dek - subheading Placeholder The leaves are changing, the temps are cooling, and fall is in the air. ’Tis the season for squash purées, beef stews, and homemade pies. We asked some of our favorite chefs on the local dining scene to share their go-to fall meals with us — recipes and all! We got
- [Two Award-Winning Chefs Team Up To Make Tacos In Aurora](https://diningout.com/denver/molino-chido-opens/): What happens when two great chefs with a lot of accolades between them decide to combine forces and open a restaurant? Tacos happen. Really good tacos with little fuss, under the moniker of Molino Chido. “We want it to be that Mexico City style, kind of like a dumpy taqueria that's just making really, really
- [Fall in Love with the Art of Japanese Cooking Through Chef Kenta Kamo](https://diningout.com/denver/chefn-it-episode-four-kenta-kamo-temaki-den/): The fourth episode of Chef’n It premiered today with chef Kenta Kamo of Temaki Den. Watch as he teaches us how to make the perfect hand roll.
- [Meet Andrew Solis and Blanca Silva-Solis, the Houston Husband-and-Wife Team Redefining Nonalcoholic Spirits with Cut Above](https://diningout.com/houston/meet-andrew-and-blanca-soliz-the-houston-husband-and-wife-team-redefining-non-alcoholic-spirits-with-cut-above/): In a world where mindful drinking is no longer a niche but a movement, Houston-based husband-and-wife team Andrew Solis and Blanca Silva-Solis have carved out a bold space with Cut Above Zero Proof Spirits. The local, family-run company has quickly become the most awarded independent nonalcoholic spirits brand in the U.S., earning more than 50
- [Dining Out on Valentine's Day](https://diningout.com/denver/dining-out-on-valentines-day/): Whether you’re looking for a visionary culinary experience or just have decision paralysis when it comes to dining out, let us recommend top tier pre-fixe dining experiences at some of Denver’s most renowned restaurants. You’ll be sure to be wined and dined properly at each of these spots, and you won’t have to spend a moment worrying which dish to commit to.
- [BARK WEEK: Hospitality Dogs, the Backbone of Great Chefs](https://diningout.com/denver/bark-week-restaurant-dogs-behind-the-chefs/): It’s Bark Week! To celebrate all things dogs and restaurants, we invited industry professionals to send in photos and information about their beloved pets. From a chef who rescues pups to a dog with his own portrait to a canine employee of the month, read on to learn about these outstanding furry friends. Louis Bear
- [Chef Nick Dalton May Know French Food, But His True Love is a Good Sandwich](https://diningout.com/denver/chef-nick-dalton-favorite-restaurants/): Chef Nick Dalton of Jacques and Brasserie Brixton met me on a bright day near the end of winter at Vinh Xuong Bakery, one of the chef’s favorite spots for a quick bite in town. He got the Spicy Avocado ($8) with chili oil and veggies, and I got the Roast Chicken ($8.50) with lemongrass.
- [Semiprecious Opens in Sunnyside With High-Tech Cocktails ](https://diningout.com/denver/bar-semiprecious-sunnyside-cocktails/): The people behind Los Angeles’ highly acclaimed Thunderbolt bar have officially opened Semiprecious in Denver’s Sunnyside neighborhood. But the bright bar isn’t just a carbon copy of its LA sister, it’s completely built for the Mile High. “It’s a totally different concept,” said owner Mike Capoferri, who’s Thunderbolt is known for its tech-forward approach to
- [12 Must-Try Beers at This Weekend's Collaboration Fest](https://diningout.com/denver/must-try-beers-collaboration-fest/): Taste the unexpected with 12 unique and must-try beers at this year's Collaboration Fest, where creativity and collaboration in the craft beer industry take center stage.
- [Dishing on Denver Dining With Chef Anna Nguyen of Sap Sua](https://diningout.com/denver/dishing-on-denver-dining-with-chef-anna-nguyen-of-sap-sua/): Chef Anna Nguyen runs sắp sửa, the Vietnamese hot spot in City Park, with her husband Ni. Her go-to Denver spots, from Tessa Delicatessen to Lucina.
- [With Three Locations of Boychik, Chef Chase Devitt Shares His Love of Mediterranean Food](https://diningout.com/denver/with-three-locations-of-boychik-chef-chase-devitt-shares-his-love-of-mediterranean-food/): Boychik grabbed the fast-casual scene by storm with its 2020 opening inside Avanti Food & Beverage in Boulder. Next the co-owner and chef Chase Devitt launched a full-service restaurant in Aurora, and then moved up to Vail and into the new Avanti there. This might not have been the original plan for Devitt, but we’re
- [Swing into Baseball Season with  Denver's Best Opening Day Parties and Specials](https://diningout.com/denver/rockies-opening-day-202-denver-celebrations/): Baseball returns to Blake Street as the Colorado Rockies kick off their home season. From scrumptious ballpark fare to creative cocktails and lively entertainment, our roundup of Opening Day festivities has something for every fan. Batter up, Denver—it's time to play ball!
- [A Bad Peach Never Tasted So Good, New To Stanley Marketplace](https://diningout.com/denver/bad-peach-tea-stanley-marketplace/): Bad Peach Cafe will not be a boba shop, said owner Angela Chung. Instead, she plans to offer an array of tea beverages and globally-inspired sandwiches on the go, right next door to her first restaurant, Chi Lin Asian Eatery in Aurora's Stanley Marketplace. “I chose this name because Bad Peach is not your average
- [After the Flood](https://diningout.com/denver/after-the-flood/): “If you didn’t build in 2020, I don’t think you can consider yourself an entrepreneur,” says Josh Schmitz, of Denver’s Bellwether (now called Horror Bar) on Colfax Avenue as well as Hidden Gems, Drunken Bakery, and the forthcoming Ghost Coffee Saloon (all on Larimer Square). It’s a statement that’s bound to make some people suck their teeth. But Schmitz, a
- [A Mile High Guide to Derby Debauchery](https://diningout.com/denver/a-mile-high-guide-to-derby-debauchery/): On the first Saturday of May, we trade our boots and craft beers for fascinators and juleps. Embrace Denver’s unique take on Kentucky Derby Day with this guide to the city’s most unconventional celebrations, where horses and hats take center stage.
- [Where to Get Game Day Gastronomy in Boulder for the CU Buffs](https://diningout.com/denver/where-to-get-game-day-gastronomy-in-boulder-for-the-cu-buffs/): The Buffs have embarked on an exciting new era! With the addition of Deion Sanders as their head coach, the announcement sent waves of excitement through the sports world. However, even the most fervent fans were unprepared for the galaxy of stars who have graced the Colorado University Football program with their presence. The buzz is electric, and we hope you get to be a part of it by attending one or more of our games to immerse yourself in the pulsating energy of the crowd and join in the spirited cheers as our 3-0 team sets its sights on countless more victories. If attending a game in person isn't in the cards for you, but you still want to bask in the camaraderie of fellow enthusiasts in the foothills city, we've curated a list of places you can grab good food and beverages. Fuel up for the early high fives and celebrations at these places.
- [National Dumpling Day - Sept 26](https://diningout.com/denver/national-dumpling-day-sept-26/): Today we celebrate a beloved delight that has ignited fervor in the hearts and taste buds of food enthusiasts worldwide – the humble yet extraordinary dumpling. While your thoughts might have swiftly gravitated towards the renowned Chinese dumpling, which made its debut in gastronomic history around 225 AD, the story of dumplings predates even this ancient chapter. In essence, a dumpling is a marriage of dough and delectable fillings, and if you pause for a moment, you'll realize the abundance of examples. Think of the satisfying Italian ravioli, the savory South American empanada, the comforting Jewish Knish, and the mouthwatering Swedish Kroppkaka. The world, it seems, has embraced the dumpling in its myriad forms, with each culture crafting its unique rendition. So, on this National Dumpling Day, you have the world at your fingertips, ready to explore an atlas of flavors.
- [Winter Wonderlands: 9 Must-Visit Outdoor Skating Rinks in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/winter-wonderlands-9-must-visit-outdoor-skating-rinks-in-denver/): Experience Denver's winter magic at 9 outdoor skating rinks. Glide through festivities, markets, and heated dining. Embrace the season's chill with family and friends. Check schedules for a perfect wintry outing!
- [A Plate Full of News Bites: May 24](https://diningout.com/denver/heard-a-bite-of-news-served-may-24/): May has sneakily come towards the end, and with Memorial Day looming large, it’s safe to say summer is here. Also here is chef Alex Grenier (photo above), the newest addition to the team at Mercantile Dining & Provision in Union Station. In fact, Grenier, who recently served as executive chef at Welton Room, has
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up on August 26](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-on-august-26/): The last week of August news is here, and while the weather has cooled off a little, the openings are still sizzling. There’s growth in coffee shops, some exciting anniversaries, and one robbery that cost the restaurant $8,000. Check out the end-of-summer event line up too. Read on for more of this week’s top news
- [Weekend Brunch: The Best Breakfast Churros At Pancho & Jane](https://diningout.com/denver/weekend-brunch-the-best-breakfast-churros-at-pancho-jane/): It’s no secret Denver loves brunch. Each Wednesday we’ll divulge the newest and best brunches around. Not only do we highlight our favorite spots for all your brunching needs, but also include lists of things you crave. So pour a mimosa, grab a cup of coffee, and get ready to eat. Fans of the newly
- [RARE Steak Championship Returns to Houston October 24](https://diningout.com/houston/rare-steak-championship-returns-to-houston-october-24/): Let the countdown–and the meat sweats–begin. After last year’s inaugural RARE Steak Championship, DiningOut Events is bringing its beefy competition back to POST Houston on Thursday, October 24, when patrons and a panel of judges will vote on the best steak dishes in the city. Steakhouses have long been well represented in Houston, with skilled
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up On September 23](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-on-september-23/): Autumn has officially arrived, and while the leaves haven’t changed too much in the city, plenty of things have changed in restaurant news. This past week we saw a celebrity chef team up to make a Colorado-centric meal kit. New chefs are on the scene downtown, and one restaurant begs for the return of its
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up On October 7](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-on-october-7/): Fall has kissed menus left and right, and for two restaurants, the news welcomes fresh chef appointments to ring in the season. Look for an anticipated bagel shop opening this week, as well as a brewery serving funky French-inspired global food. There’s a lot of stellar events we look forward to as well, though many
- [Houston’s Best Food and Drink Happenings in October](https://diningout.com/houston/houstons-best-food-and-drink-happenings-in-october/): There is a lot of deliciousness to be had in Houston in between dining out. One can load their social calendar up with all of the food and drink festivities across the city. So what's happening, and when? From exclusive chef pop dinners to large-scale food festivals, here are details on this month's best food
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up October 21](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-october-21/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 Portillo’s, the iconic fast-casual restaurant known for its Chicago-style street eats, is opening its first Houston-area location on Tuesday, October 22 at the Grand at Aliana in Richmond. The restaurant boasts indoor and
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up November 4](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-november-4/): Election week is here, and while there’s plenty to think about on the ballot, make sure to check out the nuances of Ordinance 309 (Denver). Aside from that, no more politics here, only good food, news on openings, and current entertainment with a foodie twist. Read on for more of this week’s top news stories
- [Plate Full Of News: DiningOut's Weekly Roundup Of Houston’s Culinary Scene (November 11 Edition)](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-november-11/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, your go-to source for the latest restaurant, bar, and chef happenings in Houston! Every week, we bring you the must-know updates and exciting events in the local dining scene. Houston’s Culinary Community Supports Addiction Recovery: Ben’s Friends Expands Ben’s Friends, a national support group dedicated to helping hospitality
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up November 11](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-november-11-2/): November hit hard with a snow storm and big news. We just heard one spot in RiNo is closing this month, even though it’s one of the best bites in town. But in positive news, a taco chain is helping kids, and a Colorado franchisee raised the most money. This past week also saw an
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up November 18](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-up-november-18/): This week we are seeing so many seasonal dishes in the news, and some have a festive twist. Speaking of, if you’re thinking of holiday gifts, a popular chain has the perfect bundle. Also find out which Colorado wine won top awards, and who took home a coveted honor. Read on for more of this
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up November 18](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-november-18/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 Following its recognition at last week’s Michelin Guide Texas ceremony for making the Bib Gourmand list, buzz around Killen’s BBQ continues as it has been announced the popular Pearland restaurant will open an
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up December 2](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-up-december-2/): Turkey day has passed and now December is upon us all. You know what that means for the news, it’s all holiday drinks, holiday foods, and more holiday stuff. Definitely check out our list of the best seasonal pop-up spots around town, and show us your favorite drink! We are also decking the bar for
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up December 9](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-up-december-9/): Many closings were announced in the news in the first week of December. But it’s not all gloom and doom, we also saw a few openings and a lot of goodwill toward the community. One chef made an appearance on a cooking show, while another garnered high honors. Hot cocoa is on the menu and
- [Spend New Year's Eve at These Festive Restaurants and Bars](https://diningout.com/houston/spend-new-years-eve-at-these-festive-restaurants-and-bars/): The countdown to 2025 is on, and the challenge of choosing where to dine in the final hours of the year is a major one. Houston restaurants are pulling out all the stops with festive menus, lively entertainment, and midnight toasts to kick off the new year in fine fashion. Flora Flora’s chandelier-bedecked dining room
- [The 2025 James Beard Semifinalist Line Up Has Been Released](https://diningout.com/denver/the-2025-james-beard-semifinalist-line-up-has-been-released/): For many in the food industry, the James Beard Awards are the Oscars of the restaurant and bar world. Winners gain greater prestige, and even getting your name on the semifinalist list shows people are paying attention to what's going on. Now, the 2025 list is here, with 14 Colorado restaurants, bars, and chefs gracing
- [Plate Full of News: Served Up January 27](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-served-up-january-27-2/): Ending up the first month of the year with news of a new brunch spot, spirits club, and some award-winning beer. On a sadder note, the community saw the loss of a development icon who helped usher in the revitalization of LoDo. Still, the show and the dinner go on with a lot of openings,
- [Best Bars For Everyone This Super Bowl Sunday](https://diningout.com/denver/best-bars-for-everyone-this-super-bowl-sunday/): On Sunday, February 9th, Super Bowl LIX will air on TV screens around the globe as the Kansas City Chiefs return to the field to go up against the Philadelphia Eagles again. Or as some people call it, Taylor Swift's second season. Whether or not the Eagles will avenge the Super Bowl 57 loss is yet
- [Plate Full of New York News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/new-york/plate-full-of-new-york-news-bites-june23/): News this week: Hit up a Chicago-centric food hall, feast on steak, and cry in your bowl of soup over the closure of two stalwarts: a diner and steakhouse.
- [Plate Full of Phoenix News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/phoenix/plate-full-of-phoenix-news-bites-june23/): This week in Phoenix restaurant news we discovered a special tequila menu for the summer, are hip to a flamingo-themed party, and will trying out a hip bakery.
- [How to Have a Banging Fourth of July in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/fourth-of-july-denver-events/): Have the Fourth of July of your dreams this year in Denver with plenty of hot dogs, drone shows, fireworks, drinks, parties, and more.
- [Hold the Hot Dog: Your Guide to the Best Eating in Coney Island ](https://diningout.com/new-york/guide-to-eating-in-coney-island-nyc/): New York is home to the quirkiest beach in the country, Coney Island. From epic hot dog eating contests to beach-side hangs to lobster rolls, visit now.
- [Plate Full of Denver News Bites Coming in Hot](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-news-bites-june29/): This week in the Denver dining news, a power outage leaves one restaurant scrambling and we’re seeing a major service shift at a decade-old restaurant.
- [Best Hot Dogs in Dallas-Fort Worth: 14 Must-Try Spots for Summer](https://diningout.com/dallas/best-hot-dogs-in-dallas-fort-worth-14-must-try-spots-for-summer/): Where to get a great hot dog in Dallas-Fort Worth, from burger joints and food trucks to all-you-can-eat dogs at Globe Life Field.
- [The New, New, New Saigon in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/re-tre-vietnamese-opens-denver/): Vietnamese restaurant Rễ Tre is a remarkable testament to the Nguyen family experience. It's now open in Denver, inside the former New Saigon space.
- [Best Tapas Restaurants in Houston: Where to Find Patatas Bravas, Croquetas & Jamón Ibérico](https://diningout.com/houston/find-patatas-bravas-croquetas-jamon-iberico-and-more-at-houstons-best-tapas-restaurants/): Where to find patatas bravas, croquetas and jamón ibérico in Houston, from Michelin-starred Montrose spots to cozy wine bars pouring Rioja.
- [Best Paletas in Houston: 10 Mexican Ice Pop Shops to Cool Off This Summer](https://diningout.com/houston/mexican-ice-pops-are-the-ultimate-refresher-10-paleta-shops-to-cool-your-houston-summer-with-ice-cream-agua-frescas-and-more/): Each summer, Houstonians get the tropical version of cabin fever, staying inside homes and offices with the AC on full blast. Luckily, there are plenty of frosty and delicious treats around town that can offer a welcome reprieve from the heat. Paletas, a Mexican popsicle made from ingredients like fresh fruit and cream, are just
- [Where to Find the Best Sushi in Houston: 23 Must-Try Restaurants in 2026](https://diningout.com/houston/16-houston-sushi-restaurants-to-know-right-now/): Houstonians cannot seem to get enough of sushi—whether it’s from the sushi counter at their neighborhood H-E-B or at the countless Japanese restaurants around town. When deciding where to dine for lunch, dinner, weekend brunch, and happy hour, it’s no doubt that sushi is a popular pick for many. The city has seen a wave
- [A Tasty Colorado Gift Guide: Shop Independent and Local](https://diningout.com/denver/colorado-food-gift-guide-2025/): Grab a great Colorado gift including a sweet-smelling candle from a Denver deli, a local writer's photo-forward cookbook, and festive spirits great for sharing.
- [How To Win Denver's Restaurant Week 2025](https://diningout.com/denver/how-to-win-denvers-restaurant-week-2025/): There are many reasons to enjoy the fruits of Restaurant Week, from great deals to special menu items to trying new places. This year the list boasts 307 spots. Most are in Denver, but a handful reside outside the metro area. The event starts on Friday, March 7, and goes until March 16. Pursue the
- [Plate Full of Denver Restaurant News: Served Up May 13](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-restaurant-news-served-up-may-13/): Yes, the news is a day late because I took a vacation and refused to open my computer, which I encourage everyone to do. Yet, news never rests, and we wanted to make sure you know what’s going on in Denver’s restaurant and bar community. Sit back, pour a glass of wine, and take a
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up April 14](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-up-april-14/): Denver restaurants rejoice, permitting may be easier now. Also on the good news side, we saw a handful of exciting restaurant openings. And, get ready for the summer with a Red Rocks shuttle and special menu, plus a new farmers’ market to look forward to. Read on for more top news stories and send us
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up April 7](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-up-april-7/): We’re feeling the warm air and sweet, sweet sunshine, and so is the rest of Denver. News is there’s a new pup patio opening soon, and one of the oldest ice cream shops in town is launching a special wine sorbet with Jon Bon Jovi’s son. Spring menus are off the chart and our list
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up February 17](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-up-february-17/): Independent restaurants in and near Denver keep closing, and many blame the pay gap, rising costs for goods and labor, rent, and utilities. Now, bill HB25-1208 has been submitted to help. This past week also saw a new vodka aimed at sustainability and embraced by Big Red F Restaurant Group. Food wise, we’re excited for
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up March 10](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-up-march-10/): Still reeling from daylight savings? Ease the pain of losing that hour with good news of openings and fresh menu items. We’ve also heard the Denver mayor is planning on doing some bartending, and imbibers can enjoy $5 Espresso Martinis the rest of the month. Read on for more top news stories and send us
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up February 24](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-february-24/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 Bunkhouse Hotels’ signature coffee shop, Jo’s Coffee, has opened its first Houston location — and first location outside of Austin — at 1023 Studewood Street at the corner of East 10½ Street in
- [Music On the Menu: The Best Restaurants in New Orleans With Live Music](https://diningout.com/global/the-best-restaurants-in-new-orleans-with-live-music/): Planning a trip to New Orleans requires experiencing the city’s world-class music and food scene. But why choose between the live bands and the cuisine when you can have both. In a city that has mastered the art of uproarious celebration, where a parade can pop up on any street corner, New Orleans takes its
- [Plate Full of News Bites Served Up February 24](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-up-february-24/): Somehow we are in the last week of February, 2025, and the news has gotten intense in the Denver restaurant scene. Namely, HB-1208, a bill recently proposed to lower the tipped wage amount in the city (more on that to come). On a non-political note, the dining scene has added onto its all-you-can-eat offerings, and
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up March 17](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-up-march-17/): We are so excited to celebrate chef Johnny Curiel's new opening, as well as a second location of Half Eaten Cookie's regenerative beef burger joint. One sandwich shop owner went the extra mile to make things right, and a beloved chef has a new cooking show coming. There are a lot of events to book,
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up March 10](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-march-10/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 Trill Burgers is opening a new location this summer, taking over the former Boston Market space at 7616 Westheimer Road, near the intersection of Westheimer and Voss. This marks the fourth Houston-area location
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up April 21](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-april-21/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 Kudos are in order for Bandista, which ranked #59 on the lauded North America’s Best Bars list. The speakeasy-style bar hidden behind a bookcase inside the Four Seasons Hotel was the only Houston
- [The Best Food Festivals To Look Forward To This Summer](https://diningout.com/denver/the-best-food-festivals-to-look-forward-to-this-summer/): It’s no secret, summer is festival season in Colorado. Whether you’re spending the weekend listening to a line up of your favorite bands at an epic concert, or shopping for your next masterpiece at an art fair, there’s something for everyone. But of course, for us it’s all about the food festivals. Think endless samples
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up March 24](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-march-24/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 The Bayou City Arts Festival returns to Downtown on Saturday, March 29 and Sunday, March 30, and will once again showcase its Chef’s Table, beginning at noon on each day. During this time,
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up April 21](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-up-april-21/): Easter is over but we’re amped up for news of the new tenant inside the historic Evens School in the Golden Triangle. The best French dip spot in Denver has a cocktail for charity. Denver Nuggets fans can head downtown for a new pop-up that’s all about basketball. This past week we have also seen
- [Chicago Offers the Best of Both Food and Architectural Dining](https://diningout.com/global/chicago-offers-the-best-of-both-food-and-architectural-dining/): It’s no secret Chicago’s a palate-pleasing destination for food, balancing the old cuisine with the new, and bridging fine dining with casual eats. The city’s many vibrant, ethnic neighborhoods host everything from schnitzel at The Berghoff’s longtime downtown location to dim sum in Chinatown. There’s tacos in Pilsen, deep-dish pizza in River North, and Chicago-style
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up March 31](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-up-march-31/): March ends and with it comes April and the news of a killer happy hour in Uptown. Also fresh on the scene, a cowboy-themed barbecue spot and the third location of a casual Mexican restaurant. We’re sad to report the closing of Sushi-Rama, the last conveyor belt sushi eatery in the city. But on a
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up March 24](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-up-march-24/): After a busy St. Patrick’s Day, it’s a slow news week in the Denver restaurant world, for now. Spring is officially here and with that comes the growth of some new concepts, and the decay of even more. Legal battles appear to be stirring, this time with the La Loma family and Culinary Creative Group.
- [Where to Celebrate Cinco de Mayo in Houston with Milagro Tequila](https://diningout.com/houston/where-to-celebrate-cinco-de-mayo-in-houston-with-milagro-tequila/): Sponsored by Milagro Tequila It’s safe to say tequila will be flowing freely this weekend, as herds of Houstonians make plans to hit restaurants and bars in celebration of Cinco de Mayo on Monday, May 5. Beginning Thursday before the weekend and lasting well into the wee hours of Monday night, festivities will ensue, during
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up May 19](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-may-19/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 The team behind barbecue restaurant and neighborhood general store, Henderson & Kane, have opened Pinballz Pizzeria at 2240 Navigation Boulevard. As its name suggests, guests will find a John Wick-themed pin ball machine
- [We Know Festivals and Bowl of 'Zole is Amazing](https://diningout.com/denver/we-know-festivals-and-bowl-of-zole-is-amazing/): This week Bowl of 'Zole comes back to Denver for its third iteration. As event experts (think Top Taco, Rare Steak Festival, and Chicken Fight!), we can solidly say the pozole and mezcal party is a true delight. On Thursday, March 20 expect to enjoy around 20 food stations and over a hundred spirit samples.
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up May 5](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-may-4/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 HiFi, a new cocktail bar and listening lounge, is now open on the mezzanine level of the Finn (previously known as Finn Hall) in Downtown. While the Finn is a family-friendly destination, HiFi
- [The 2025 James Beard Awards Finalists for Dallas](https://diningout.com/dallas/the-2025-james-beard-awards-finalists-for-dallas/): With the 2025 James Beard Awards fast approaching, anticipation of which chefs and restaurants will take home a win has been mounting. Today, the James Beard Foundation announced this year’s finalists, whittling down the list of semi-finalists announced back in January. The James Beard Foundation recognizes leaders in the culinary and food media industries from
- [Plate Full of Denver Restaurant News: Served Up May 20](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-restaurant-news-may20/): We are moving this column to Tuesdays given so many Mondays end up being holidays. This week the buzz centers around awards, the closure of a national noodle chain, and a summer of delicious spritzes. Read on for more top news stories and send us any tips via Instagram or by emailing info@diningout.com. The 411
- [Plate Full of Denver Restaurant News: Served Up June 10](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-restaurant-news-served-up-june-10/): Unfortunately there have been a lot of closings this week in the news, but worry not, some fun openings too. Brunch is on the menu at a Detroit pizza place, and we’re excited for some special summer dinners coming up. Hungry for more? Check out our best bites of May. Read on for more top
- [Plate Full of News Bites: Served Up May 5](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-news-bites-served-up-may-5/): It's May and we are so excited about the delicious events coming up this month. May is also Mental Health Awareness Month, and some places are going above and beyond to give back to staff and support them. Make sure to check out the extended hours of one omakase, and the new bar at another.
- [Plate Full of Denver Restaurant News: Served Up June 3](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-restaurant-news-served-up-june-3/): Summer time and we are thinking about patios for outdoor dining and seasonal happy hours. This week a hot new barbecue place opens with a Top Chef alumni at the helm. We’re also excited for some fresh menus, including an exclusive one in Cherry Creek. Read on for more top news stories and send us
- [Where to Find the Best Local Seafood in Charleston](https://diningout.com/global/where-to-find-the-best-local-seafood-in-charleston/): With winding waterways brimming with shrimp, fish, and oysters, Charleston is practically synonymous with seafood. No trip to the Holy City is complete without indulging in the local bounty, prepared every which way—steamed, fried, broiled, boiled, roasted, or raw on the briny half-shell. Whether you roll up your sleeves for a casual experience or don
- [Plate Full of Denver Restaurant News: Served Up May 27](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-restaurant-news-served-up-may-27/): What happens when mothers retaliate against a restaurant? One Arvada hotspot found out, but luckily seems to have made amends. There’s also a new food program at Hey Kiddo! to look forward too, and a month of $5 cocktails is coming up. As we wrap up May and for many school, get ready to head
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up June 16](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-june-16/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 Bar Buena, the mezcal-focused bar from Goode Co., has set an opening date. The cocktail lounge, which will feature a cocktail experience inspired by the ancient process of mezcal-making driven by hand and
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up June 2](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-june-2/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 Slowpokes is opening its new East End location at 3401 Canal Street on Thursday, June 5. Along with its robust coffee program and all-day menu of sweet and savory offerings, the budding chain
- [The Winners of Houston’s Top Taco Festival](https://diningout.com/houston/the-winners-of-houstons-top-taco-festival/): A brief downpour on Thursday night was hardly enough to stop more than 2,000 festival-goers from enjoying unlimited tacos, cocktails, live music, and lucha libre wrestling at DiningOut Events’ second annual Top Taco festival. Like last year, the one-of-a-kind food fest popped up in the front lot of POST Houston with the twinkling lights of
- [20 Of the Top Oktoberfest Celebrations Across Colorado](https://diningout.com/denver/colorado-oktoberfest-2025/): While some may not be ready to let summer go, beer fans can rest easy as Oktoberfest season is underway. Bavarian fun will begin next weekend in Beaver Creek, followed by more events in mountain towns, the metro area, and local craft breweries. Bust out your lederhosen for thrilling games, bouncy polka tunes, and tons
- [Plate Full of Denver Restaurant News: Served Up June 24](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-restaurant-news-june-24/): Restaurants are on the upswing this week with new openings and three re-launched spots, including a beloved Mexican joint. Pride week events kick off with drag queens, special cocktails, and a whole lot of fun. We’re also pleased to announce a former Denverite just won Top Chef, and a city staple continues to rake in
- [Plate Full of Denver Restaurant News: Served Up July 1](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-restaurant-news-served-up-july-1/): July is here and as summer heats up we have news of a fresh menu to go with a new name of a beloved Mexican restaurant downtown. There's also a holiday in the coming weeks, which was created to celebrate one of Denver’s greats who helped put Larimer Square on the map. There are festivals
- [Dallas Do-Gooder Wins Top Honors at 2025 James Beard Awards](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-do-gooder-wins-top-honors-at-2025-james-beard-awards/): The James Beard Awards were held on the evening of Monday, June 16 at Lyric Opera in Chicago, and while Dallas had the most nominees of any other Texas city, only one took home top honors. Chad Houser, the founder, CEO, and executive chef of Cafe Momentum, earned the prestigious Humanitarian of the Year Award
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up August 25](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-august-25/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 On Friday, August 29, Dandelion Cafe is honoring its 9th anniversary by offering $9 chicken and waffles and $9 mimosa pitchers all day. After expanding into a neighboring space within the Stomping Grounds,
- [Best Colorado Restaurants to Visit After Seeing Fall Colors](https://diningout.com/denver/colorado-restaurants-leaf-peeping-fall/): Colorado’s fall colors come and go fast, but it’s a glorious moment. By mid-October the high-country aspens usually have dropped the leaves, but within an hour of Denver, there’s still plenty of gold to chase. Whether you’re strolling past your neighborhood maples and cottonwoods or taking a drive for those last shimmering groves, we’ve rounded
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up July 14](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-july-14/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 La Calle’s Downtown location is temporarily closed until Thursday, July 17 as it receives sidewalk upgrades and a mini remodel of the patio, kitchen, and restrooms. During the brief closure, guests are invited
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up August 11](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-august-11/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 Craft Pita is joining NRG Stadium as a stadium vendor for the upcoming Houston Texans season. On Saturday, August 16, the Texans’ first home game, the popular Mediterranean restaurant will begin serving up
- [Fielding’s Launches New Friday Lunch Service With 25 Cent Martinis](https://diningout.com/houston/fieldings-launches-new-friday-lunch-service-with-25-cent-martinis/): Months after debuting its new Houston-area location in the NOVEL River Oaks building, Fielding’s is keeping the momentum going with the launch of Friday lunch service, made extra enticing with a 25 cent martini special. Offered weekly from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., the restaurant is giving Houstonians reason to enjoy their summer Fridays over
- [Plate Full of Denver Restaurant News: Served Up August 5](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-restaurant-news-august-5/): News is, a Highland bagel shop plans to open a new location, while a beloved taco restaurant closes and relocates to another neighborhood. The winners of a wing competition score big, and money is (slowly) coming to independent restaurants. It’s also time to look forward to collaboration dinners and some wine-focused events. Read on for
- [Plate Full of Denver Restaurant News: Served Up August 12](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-restaurant-news-august-12/): So many awesome events are coming up in the news, including our own Chicken Fight! on Thursday, August 21. You’ll also find Chipotle has a new way to earn rewards, another popular dive bar is closing, there’s a new altruistic cocktail, and ice cream is all the rage. Look forward to fresh hop beer too,
- [Plate Full of Denver Restaurant News: Served Up July 22](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-restaurant-news-served-up-july-22/): According to the news, Denver's mayor’s favorite bar is closing down, and his big construction project is to blame. Make sure to check out the newest seafood festival in town, spoiler alert, our events company is hosting it. Also look for some new cocktails and giant ribs coming from a popular barbecue spot. Read on
- [Plate Full of Denver Restaurant News: Served Up July 29](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-restaurant-news-july-29/): Two deaths impacted the community this past week. But on a happy note, one popular brunch place expands. while two award-winning chefs open a new taco spot. Look for updates on an upcoming Italian restaurant, and join the fun at Wingapolooza, the ultimate chicken wing eating contest. Read on for more top news stories and
- [Blanchard Family Wines Hosts the Best Wine Festival in Denver](https://diningout.com/denver/colorado-blanchard-family-wines/): While most people think of Italy, France, California, and Spain as having the best wine, turns out Colorado does too. In fact, vintners have created vino in the state for decades. “It’s been really interesting and Colorado actually has a strong history in wine,” said James Blanchard, co-owner of Blanchard Family Wines. “It started here
- [Plate Full of Denver Restaurant News: Served Up September 2](https://diningout.com/denver/denver-restaurant-news-september-2/): Fall openings are coming in hot, from Latin American food to Thai favorites to a California fried chicken company. We’re celebrating 15 years of a popular pizza and beer spot, and looking forward to a new bakery festival. Speaking of festivals, mark your calendar and get tickets to DiningOut Events’ RARE Steak Championship coming up
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up July 28](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-july-28/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 Black Rock Coffee Bar opened a new outpost at 11123 West Airport Boulevard in Stafford, marking the company’s 21st location in Houston, and 42nd statewide. The Oregon-based brand is known for its premium
- [Dallas Thanksgiving To-Go Guide: The Top 15 Restaurants Cooking for You This Holiday](https://diningout.com/dallas/dallas-thanksgiving-to-go-guide-the-top-15-restaurants-cooking-for-you-this-holiday/): Thanksgiving is a logistical marathon. From perfecting the brine and navigating grocery lines to juggling an extensive oven schedule, even the most seasoned host will break a sweat. Luckily, Dallas’ chefs are stepping in to take the load off. Across the city, restaurants have curated Thanksgiving feasts for every palette. Whether you’re looking for a
- [Pumpkin Spice Season in Houston: The Best Fall Menus, Cocktails, and Treats Around Town](https://diningout.com/houston/pumpkin-spice-season-in-houston-the-best-fall-menus-cocktails-and-treats-around-town/): It may not feel like autumn in Houston, but the slight chill in the early morning air hints that fall is indeed here. Though the fall season can be brief, Houstonians know how to make the most of it, with pumpkin-spiced deliciousness that spans well beyond a Starbucks PSL. From pumpkin spice martinis to butternut
- [Plate Full of News, Served Up September 22](https://diningout.com/houston/plate-full-of-news-served-up-september-22/): Welcome to DiningOut’s Plate Full of News, where you’ll get a plateful of restaurant, bar, and chefs happenings each week. The 411 Aaron Bludorn’s newest concept, Perseid in the St. Augustine Hotel in Montrose, was recently highlighted in Bon Appétit’s story on the '20 Best New Restaurants of 2025.’ In the story, which names other
- [Michelin Guide Returns This Fall to Crown Texas’ Culinary Stars](https://diningout.com/dallas/michelin-guide-returns-this-fall-to-crown-texas-culinary-stars/): In an announcement made today by the Michelin Guide, the second ever ceremony distinguishing Texas restaurants will be held at the Wortham Center for the Performing Arts in Downtown Houston on the evening of Monday, October 28. “Last year marked a milestone for the Texas restaurant industry, and we’re excited to continue celebrating the state’s
- [Plate Full of Denver Restaurant News: Served Up September 30](https://diningout.com/denver/plate-full-of-denver-restaurant-news-served-up-september-30/): Get ready Denver, Love is Blind airs tomorrow and features our great city. We also saw a new ice cream chain open in Aurora, and a hip rooftop lounge launch in Colorado Springs. Denver’s ultimate sake festival is coming, and if you like baked goods, you will want to head to the Denver Bake Fest
- [Start 2026 Strong: The Best New Year’s Day Brunches in Dallas-Fort Worth](https://diningout.com/dallas/start-2026-strong-the-best-new-years-day-brunches-in-dallas-fort-worth/): If you like to go all out on New Year’s Eve, the last thing you’ll feel like doing the next day is cooking. Luckily, plenty of restaurants around the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex are offering New Year’s Day brunches, so you can enjoy a delicious meal, skip the clean-up, and spend the rest of the day
- [Celebrate the Festival of Lights: Diwali 2025 Events and Celebrations Across Houston](https://diningout.com/houston/celebrate-the-festival-of-lights-diwali-2025-events-and-celebrations-across-houston/): Diwali season is in full swing in Houston, with restaurants, museums, temples, and more, honoring the Hindu New Year and Festival of Lights with great ceremony. This year, Diwali falls on Tuesday, October 21, as per the Hindu lunar calendar, and the month is packed with festive social gatherings, themed menus, night markets, and cultural
- [Houston Foodie Gifts That Sleigh: The Ultimate Holiday Guide Featuring Local Restaurants and Makers](https://diningout.com/houston/houston-foodie-gifts-that-sleigh-the-ultimate-holiday-gift-roundup-from-local-restaurants-and-makers/): In Houston, the holidays taste a little sweeter, and a lot more delicious. Every year, the city’s most beloved chefs, makers, and restaurants roll out limited-edition treats and thoughtfully crafted gift sets that celebrate the flavors that make Houston such an incredible place to eat. This season is no exception. From spice-packed pantry staples and

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