North Dallas serves as the gateway to spectacular moments in Dallas, from high-class shopping and dining among some of the finest homes in the country. It's also home to local gem Dallas Love Field Airport, located just 15 minutes from Downtown Dallas, and giving locals and visitors alike a close connection to their next BIG adventure.
Often referenced in conversations about the hit 1980s show Dallas and the newly minted Real Housewives of Dallas, it's easy to see why the area is a popular spot for filming. Beautiful homes line the streets of the elite town surrounded by Dallas on three sides, providing a short three-mile trip to Downtown Dallas.
The country's first planned outdoor shopping center, Highland Park Village, is an ideal spot for lunch and retail relaxation. Check out high-end shops like Shinola and Chanel along with several dining spots and a classically-styled movie theater.
NorthPark Center holds an impressive array of designer stores, interspersed with retail favorites and luxury boutiques. It's known as one of the most remarkable shopping centers in the country and includes renowned artwork throughout the space. Stop by CenterPark, the outdoor garden, for a breath of fresh air after shopping.
Find budget-friendly shopping and dining options at the Shops at Park Lane, as well as the first J. Crew Mercantile store in the country. Top off your visit with a pint at Gordon Biersch to try one of the nine homemade brews!
This Dallas staple has been around since 1998, when Al Biernat himself headed west from California and opened his namesake restaurant. Since then, diners have reveled in the restaurant's upscale scene and vibrant bar, frequented by the friendly host and owner himself on most weekends.
Feed your seafood craving at Eddie V's for tastes of the freshest fish, crab and lobster. This upscale restaurant is also known for its superb hand-cut steaks, so you can't go wrong here.
Voted as one of the best sandwich's in town by Thrillist, East Hampton has a menu full of tasty combinations that won't disappoint. Try the famous lobster roll or go for something different with the fried chicken sandwich, topped with jalapeno cream sauce.
Asian Mint offers something new with Bangkok style Thai mixed with Asian Fusion to create a menu full of surprising tastes with its Pad Thai and steamed sea bass. Don't leave without trying the signature green tea ice cream shake.
Bistro 31 has an urban-casual environment that draws inspiration from various sidewalk cafes and salons of the French Rivera. This eclectic spot will leave your taste buds happy with its fresh pastas, steak frites and tuna tower.
Café Pacific will impress with its tasty menu and intimate vibe that's perfect for a date night. Enjoy fine dining here with a menu that serves up classic seafood and steak dishes.
Enjoy hand-painted French-inspired chocolate bites at Chocolate Secrets with truffles, bonbons toffee and more! This candy shop also serves cakes, ice cream and other tasty pastries as well as beer and wine to pair with your sweets.
Grimaldi's Pizzeria serves up New York style pizzas made with the freshest ingredients and handmade mozzarella. Try any of the brick-oven pizza pies or go for the calzone stuffed with Italian meats and cheeses.
Enjoy Mediterranean and Middle Eastern flavors at one of the best Halal food spots in town. This late-night spot serves up delicious gyros, rice plates and falafels until four in the morning most weekends.
Stop for lunch on the patio at La Duni for Latin-inspired eats. Start with the queso verde, then dig into the goods with the tequila-lime pork ribs or the signature empanadas.
Enjoy Tex-Mex favorites at Mi Cocina with brisket tacos or enchiladas of your choice. Pair your meal with their signature Mambo Taxi margarita and you're set.
Located in NorthPark Center, Seasons 52 combines a wide range of flavors with a blend of Asian, Latin and Mediterranean cuisine. Enjoy anything from flatbreads to duck wings to shrimp and grits, and top it off with a glass of wine from their impressive menu.
Located just outside of Dallas Love Field airport, the Frontiers of Flight Museum is home to many exhibits from the Wright Flier to the Apollo VII spacecraft. Come visit the place where the history of aviation comes together with more than 35,000 artifacts, the Living History Program and an acclaimed STEM Program, making it one of the coolest museums in the city.
Top Golf puts a new spin on going to the driving range. Test your skills in a game based on how far you can hit the target, with chip-embedded balls that gives you points based on the distance and accuracy.
Stroll through the 14 acres of trails at Lakeside Park for the perfect outdoor adventure. Go on the hunt to find the life-size teddy bears statues, and be sure to take a pic!
The Museum of Biblical Art showcases beautiful Jewish and Christian-themed art through its eleven exhibitions and galleries. Explore a range of art work from sculptures and paintings to historic books and lithographs.
The Dallas Children's Theater is a great afternoon hangout spot for kids interested in drama and performing arts. Kids can enjoy theater performances and practice their acting skills with the many classes offered throughout the year.
