68 GoodLifeFamilyMag.com JANUARY | FEBRUARY 2019 American BreadZeppelin While sandwich wraps may have been soooo 1990’s, you gotta admit— there’s something pretty appealing about cramming a bunch of delicious ingredients into a handheld bread-like thingy. So, take that concept and instead of using a stale tortilla, you use a delicious, hollowed-out artisan baguette (hollowed-out, by the way, equals fewer carbs!). If bread isn’t your thing (and we’ll try to understand)—skip it altogether and go for a hearty bowl (i.e., salad).With more than 40 gourmet ingredients and 20 dressings,you’resuretofindsomethingtolove.It’sasandwich;it’sasalad; nowait,it’saZeppelin! MultiplelocationsthroughoutDFW www.breadzeppelinsalads.com Celebration Since 1971, Celebration has been a Dallas dining staple, offering farm-to-table ingredients in a fes- tive family atmosphere. Yes, many itemsonthemenuaresustainable, such as salmon raised in the clean watersofPatagoniaandbeefthat’s local, free-range and grass-fed— but the real focus is on delicious, beautifully-prepared food. Entrees are served with three fresh vegetables (family style) and your choice of homemade soup, fresh fruit or garden salad,andsecondhelpingsareavailableonmostentreesofequalorlesser value.Thereareseveraldiningroomsthatcanaccommodatebothintimate dinners and larger parties, and the patio boasts a relaxing waterfall and wood-burningfireplaceforallseasons. 4503W.LoversLn.|Dallas (214)351-5681 www.celebrationrestaurant.com InternationalHouseofPancakes Ifplainpancakesaren’tyourthing, how about something decadent like Tres Leches pancakes lay- ered with creamy vanilla sauce and topped with dulce de leche caramel sauce? Or Belgian Dark Chocolate Mousse pancakes? These aren’t just pancakes; they’re artfuldessertsposingasbreakfast. IHOP’s “limited time offer” menu changesfrequently,soyou’resuretofindsomethingnewtotryeverytime youvisit.Butwait,there’smore:UltimateSteakburgersarejuicyandginor- mous or for something lighter, go for the classic RoastedTurkey Sandwich withhand-carvedturkey.Themenuoffersmanyitemsasàlacarte,sideor comboportions,soyoucanmix-and-matchasyouwish. MultiplelocationsthroughoutDFW www.ihop.com Kenny’sWoodFiredGrill There are so many things to love about Kenny’s Wood Fired Grill— let us count the ways: how about a half-pound crab cake? Lobster Deviled Eggs with white truffle cream? Or, light and fluffy pop- overs? And of course, the Perfect Grey Goose martini, poured from their signature frozen tap system. While Kenny’s certainly meets the mark for special occasions, it’s also just right for hearty business lunches andweeknightdinnerswiththefamily. 5000BeltLineRd.,Ste.775|Dallas (972)392-9663 www.kennyswoodfiredgrill.com Newk’s Fast-casual, healthy dining is, no doubt, quickly becoming a“thing” in North Texas, and Newk’s is an ideal place to jump onto that bandwagon. Everything here is made from scratch, and there’s something on the menu for even your pickiest eaters to love, from fresh salads, delicious soups, and pizzas to a plethora of drool-wor- thy sandwiches. There’s even a special menu section devoted to Mac & Cheese (we crave the Six Cheese Pimento with Bacon version), allowing you to order a large, decadent bowl of the gooey stuff or just a small side topairwithyoursalad.Dinein,orderonline,orcheckoutNewk’sGrab-N- Go—thisisaterrificspottograbdinnerforthefamilyoraquickbiteafter thekiddos’soccergame. 5960W.ParkerRd.|Plano (469)298-2071 6750GaylordPkwy.,Ste.290|Frisco (214)494-4602 www.newks.com SixtyVines Whatcouldbebetterthanagreatglassofwine?Howaboutagreatglassof wine—on tap? Not only does this mean that each glass provides the best possible taste at perfect temperature, reusable kegs equal less spoilage and less landfill. But let’s get to the food: Small plates like Manila clams with creamywhitewinechowderbroth,orwoodfiredcauliflowerwithlemondill yogurt,areperfection.Hungrierappetiteswillfindplentytochoosefrom,too, suchasfregola-served-risotto-style,toppedwithcrispywildmushrooms.The burger, made with Aukashi beef, is something you’ll dream about later, and entreessuchaschicken,fishandchopsaresolidchoices. 3701DallasPkwy.|Plano (469)620-8463 www.sixtyvines.com TheBiscuitBar Biscuits.Tatertots.Beer.Stoprightthere—whatelsedoyouneed?Atthe Biscuit Bar, you can top your flaky biscuit with a wide variety of scrump- tiousgourmetingredients,likesouthernfriedchicken,bacon,jackcheese, housemadesausagegravyandhoneybutter.Canyousay“cheatday-wor- thy?”There are both savory and sweet options for biscuits and tots, and two delicious salads (in case you’re watching carbs). The story behind the restaurant is also bittersweet—owners Jake and Janie Burkett used theirloveofcomfortfoodandturnedafamilytragedyintoawaytoshare theirpassionwiththosearoundthem.Apatioandniceselectionofcoffee, cocktails,wineandkombuchaontapmakethisagreatplaceforweekday happyhour. 5880Hwy.121,Ste.102B|Plano (469)238-2227 www.thebiscuit.bar TheOriginalPancakeHouse Though OPH may seem as“Ameri- can”asitgets,thisclassicbreakfast and lunch dining spot (started in Portland, Oregon in 1953) incor- porates an extensive knowledge of ethnic pancake recipes, too, such as its famous Dutch Baby pancake—an air-filled pancake served with powdered sugar, lemon and whipped butter. Another favor- ite dish is the mouthwatering Danish Kijafa Cherry Crepes topped with Montmorency cherries simmered in Kijafa wine sauce. Hearty omelets areservedwithasideofbuttermilkpancakes,sothere’splentytoeat(and share). Kids can build their own meal as they like it, and the lunch menu includesaselectionofsandwiches,burgers,wrapsandsaladsthataresure topleaseanypalate. MultiplelocationsthroughoutDFW www.ophdfw.com UnionBearBrewingCo. This is on-site craft beer brewing at its finest. With indoor and out- door, lake-view seating available, you’ll enjoy a unique concept of chef-driven menu items paired with brews, staff-curated spirits and cocktails. Start with Beer Battered Asparagus served with srirachableucheeseor,foralight- er touch, California Crudo (thinly-sliced raw yellowtail with strawberries, jalapeno, avocado and spicy yuzu aioli). Super tender Beer Braised Short Rib goes nicely with house-made pappardelle, edamame and heirloom carrots. Staff here is friendly and knowledgeable, and be sure to swing back around for weekend brunch:We’re giving a special shout-out to the CrawfishBenedictwithCreoleHollandaise. 5880Hwy.121,Ste.101|Plano (214)297-2337 www.unionbear.com Asian CRollsSushi C Rolls offers what we like to call “knock your socks off sushi.” There’s beautifully presented sushi, sashimi, raw rolls, cooked rolls, veggie rolls and—for those non-sushi folks (is there still such a thing?)—plenty of“small food” options including baked green mussels, jalapeño tempura (yummy), soft shell crab and BBQ ribs. C Rolls also offers a lunch roll combo including a generousrollofyourchoice,fourpiecesofCaliforniaroll,misosoup,garden saladandadrinkforjust$11.99.Thisisthekindofplacewhereentreesare sopretty,you’llevenwanttoeatthegarnish. 18101PrestonRd.,Ste.300|Dallas (972)447-4900 www.crollsushi.com HowardWang’s While the Grills and the Brasserie offer slightly different menus, Howard Wang’s is famous for nicely-sized portions of well-seasoned Asian Fusion food, served in a sleek, contemporary atmosphere. Large round tables makeittheperfectplacetomeetupwithfriendsafterwork,orhostabig familygathering.Lunchspecialsareverypopularandincludeaspringroll or crab wonton and soup (dine-in only), and whether you opt for some- thing hearty, such as Kung Pao Chicken or Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry or lighter fare, such as steamed chicken and vegetables with sauce on the side,you’resuretoleavesatisfied. 4343W.NorthwestHwy.,Ste.345|Dallas (214)366-1606 3223LemmonAve.,Ste.103|Dallas (214)954-9558 www.hwrestaurants.com Mr.Wok FromTom Chung Ramen to Egg FooYoung and everything in between— everything is good. Do not miss two of their most popular dishes: Peking Duck and Beggar’s Chicken. The succulent duck is carved tableside and made daily; when they run out, they’re out—so get there early. After the meat’s been carved, your server will ask whether you want the bones in a soup or stir-fried. Ask for a little bit of both—you’ll thank us. Beggar’s Chicken is a whole chicken stuffed with Chinese sticky rice that’s been stir-fried with shallot, Cantonese sausage, veggies, and five-spice powder andthenwrappedinlotus,bambooleaves,andbreadcrust,sealinginthe juices and flavors during it’s 22-hour basting (yes, 22). Order the chicken twodaysinadvance;it’sworththeforethought.BYOB. 260014thSt.|Plano (972)881-1888 www.mr-wok.com goodEATS Our editors scoured the greater Dallas area for tried-and-true dining destinations that are family-friendly, affordable and delicious. Here are some of our favorites: Good Eats Dining Guide