72 GoodLifeFamilyMag.com JULY | AUGUST 2018 SeaBreezeFishMarket&Grill Finding truly fresh fish in Dallas can be challenging, but Sea Breeze makes it sooo easy. Selections are flown in daily, representing only the freshest seafood available. Part retail fish market, part sit-down restaurant with full bar, at Sea Breeze you can purchase fish to prepare in your own home...or let theexpertsdoitforyouwhileenjoyingaglassofwineorcocktail.Besure to start out with the Sesame Crusted Yellowfin Tuna Nachos with avoca- do wasabi, sweetThai chili, and lemon zest—or maybe you're more of a Smoked Salmon Deviled Egg person; you can't go wrong with either one. TheLobsterRollisatopseller,itstraditionalsplit-topbunfilledgenerously with buttery lobster salad.There's a nice selection of soups and stews, in- cluding a stellar cioppino, and gumbo that will remind you of your Cajun granny(ifyouhaveone). 4017PrestonRd.,Ste.530|Plano (972)473-2722 www.seabreezefish.com SeaBreezeLobsta&ChowdaHouse For the past decade, the Oruch family has brought North Texans the freshest seafood selection in the region at their acclaimed Sea Breeze Fish Market&Grill.  The menu at this newer restaurant showcases a limited menu of special- ty items including the New England Lobster Roll—a simple sandwich of wild-caught Maine lobster simply dressed with mayonnaise, celery and tarragon on a buttered bun brought in from New England.  We also rec- ommend the Connecticut Lobsta Roll—butter poached lobster on a bun. The tasty rolls are joined by shrimp cocktail, peel & eat shrimp, a smoked salmon dip and the restaurant’s celebrated Clam Chowder.  Come for the foodandfortheEastCoastvibe. LegacyHall 7800WindroseAve. |Plano (972)473-2722 www.seabreezefish.com TheKeeper Sustainable seafood and a tropical tiki bar create the just-right combina- tiontogiveyoualittletasteofyourlastbeach-yvacation.Themenu's"Just FlewIn"sectionofferstheday'sfreshestselections,bothartfullyprepared andutterlydelicious.Therearealsosomeunexpectedseafoodmenuchoic- es, including shareable portions of Crab Fried Rice with crispy Spam and topped with a perfectly cooked egg, and the Hamachi Crudo—buttery, raw Hamachitoppedwithapple,avocado,chilies, yuzu sauce anddelicate microgreens.Housesaladsarefreshandseasonalingredient-inspired,and ifyou'resimplynotinthemoodforfish,TheKeeperoffersasuperbGrilled HalfChickenwithTomatoButterSauce. 5840LegacyCircle,Ste.D100|Plano (469)210-5337 www.thekeeperplano.com TheOceanaireSeafoodRoom While this may be considered more of a date night place, if you happen to bring your in-laws here for a night out, they’ll never forget it.The freshest seafoodinasleeksettingmakesTheOceanairetheperfectspotforaluxu- rious dinner with top-notch service. Menu offerings are based entirely on freshness and availability, so arrive prepared to“just go with it.”There are severalsidesyouwon’twanttomissincludingChardonnayRoastedMush- rooms and Shells & Cheese with Smoked Gouda and Applewood Bacon. Theirfullbarmightjustmakeyouforgetyoupromisedtopickupthetab. TheWestinGalleriaDallas 13340DallasPkwy.|Dallas (972)759-2277 www.theoceanaire.com Southern SugarbaconProperKitchen WhenwethinkofSugarbacon,wethinkofupscalecomfortfoodinawarm, rustic setting. Let’s start with the signature appetizer: sugarbacon. Picture aperfectlittlecubeofhouse-smokedBerkshireporkbelly,glazedinsmoky anchoBBQsauce,sittingatopspicybreadandbutterpicklesonatinypiece of toasted bread. Berkshire pork is known for its rich taste—thought by sometobethe“Kobebeefofpork.”Onebiteofitandyou’llknowwhy.But try not to get stuck in the appetizer section, or you’ll miss out on several other delicious offerings, such as the collard green salad with bacon, bleu cheese and pickled apple or the mighty fine SB burger made with local Wagyu beefandtoppedwith,yougotit,sugarbacon.Southernsideswith atwist,likegreenchilehominy,roundoutthemealnicely. 216W.VirginiaSt.|McKinney (469)952-5150 6400GastonAve.|Dallas (972)290-0731 www.sugarbacon.com TheRustic The gigantic patio is always packed! Enjoy down-home food madefromscratchdaily. Themenu features seafood from the Gulf, steak sourced from local ranchers, and dairy and produce grown by local farmers. The bartenders stay busy, pouring the most prolific col- lection of local beverages in town, including40beersontap. 3656HowellSt.|Dallas (214)730-0596 www.therustic.com WhistleBritches The logo says a lot: Chicken. Biscuits. Beer. But what it doesn’t convey is that Chef Omar Flores and his team pickle brine each and every bird, cre- ating one of the juiciest, most flavorful chicken experiences we’ve ever had. And at Whistle Britches, it is all about chicken: half chickens, whole chickens, roasted chickens, fried chicken tenders— even chickens glazed with pomegranate molasses. Sides and starters are comfort-driven, such as pickled jalapeño pimento cheese, served with saltines. Or deviled eggs with country ham. Three cheese mac. Grits with gouda. Are you hungry yet? Brunch, lunch and dinner served, along with a nice selection of cock- tails,beerandwine.Dessertsarestraightforwardandtotallydecadent. 6110FrankfordRd.|Dallas (972)590-8991 www.whistlebritcheschicken.com Steakhouse IIIForks With a North Dallas location cov- ering 25,000 square feet, III Forks can accommodate everything from date nights, to family gatherings, to big parties, and even giant cor- porate and special events (up to 900 people). You’d think with all that available space, the intimate steakhouse vibe would be lost but that isn’t the case. Superior service and individual dining rooms, each named after a Texas hero who fought for independence, help make this place unique. Start with III Forks famous salad with toasted pecans, blue cheese, Granny Smith apples, and a not-too-sweet maple pecan vinai- grette, then move right onto your main—whether you prefer steak or seafood,it’sseriouslyallgood.Ifwewereyou,we’dorderoneofeveryside dish, but if you can only find room for one, don’t miss the Lobster Mac & Cheese—it’stodiefor. 17776DallasPkwy.|Dallas (972)267-1776 www.3forks.com AlBiernat’s Since 1998, Al Biernat’s has offered quality prime aged steaks, the freshest seafood, and the perfect locale on Oak Lawn Avenue to suit the needs of Dallas’ glitterati, date nights,andfamilygatherings.You’ll find all the upscale steakhouse fa- vorites, including just about every cutofsteakimaginable,chops,choppedorCaesarsalad,freshoysters,and the seriously-creamiest-of-creamed spinach. Start with the small or large seafood tower to share and you won’t be disappointed. An intimate bar areaisaterrificspottomeetupwithafriendorco-worker,andtheatten- tivestaff willensurethatyourspecialoccasionwillbememorable.Infact, everymealatAlBiernat’sismemorable. 4217OakLawnAve.|Dallas (214)219-2201 5251SpringValleyRd.|Dallas (972)239-3400 www.albiernats.com FogodeChaoNewListing Fogo de Chao literally means “ground fire,”referring to what the restaurant is famous for—the tra- ditionalgauchomethodofroasting meatsoveranopenfire.ThisBrazil- ian fine dining experience ensures you’ll enjoy the juiciest meats (including steak, chicken, lamb and pork), delicious sides (we love the crispy polenta) and award-winning wines. And while you probably associate Fogo de Chao with meat, there are plenty of lighter options for vegetarians and pescatarians, too—Chilean Sea Bass is cooked to perfec- tion, topped with a luscious mango relish and malagueta pepper sauce. Yes,it’stheperfectplaceforfamilycelebrations,butdon’tsaveitforspecial occasions:startingatjust$15,theGauchoLunchfeaturesfreshsalads,im- portedcheese,curedmeats,seasonalsoupsandmore. NEWLOCATIONATLEGACYWEST 5908HeadquartersDrive|Plano (469606-1000 MultiplelocationsthroughoutDFW www.fogodechao.com JaxxSteakhouse Texansareknownforlovingsteak,but(thoseofuswhoarecarnivores)are picky. Jaxx Steakhouse gets all of it right, where old school urban charm meets today’s modern tastes. Sure, you’ll find traditional favorites like shrimp cocktail and fried calamari, but you’ll also want to try the steak eggroll appetizer stuffed with onion, bell pepper and cheese. And of course—the beef: whether you’re craving a filet, NY strip or ribeye—or something lighter like Lemon PepperTilapia or Pan Seared AhiTuna with bokchoy—eachdishispreparedwithloveandcreativeflair. 14925MidwayRd.,Ste.101|Addison (972)458-7888 www.jaxxsteakhouse.com Rick’sChophouse Located in the beautiful Grand Hotel & Ballroom in downtown McKinney, Rick’s is absolutely a date destination. Comfy leather couches, live music fromlocalartistsThursdaythroughSaturdayandhandcraftedcocktailsare justpartofwhatmakesRick’ssopopularbutit’sachophouse,afterall,and therealemphasishereisonthefood.Mouthwateringsteaks,juicyburgers, fresh seafood) along with classic, hearty salads. And since you’ve already bookedthesitter,whynotincludeanovernightstayatthehistorichotel? 107N.Kentucky|McKinney (214)726-9251 www.rickschophouse.com Good Eats dining options, go to www.goodlifefamilymag.com For a complete listing of