Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40 Page 41 Page 42 Page 43 Page 44 Page 45 Page 46 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49 Page 50 Page 51 Page 52 Page 53 Page 54 Page 55 Page 56 Page 57 Page 58 Page 59 Page 60 Page 61 Page 62 Page 63 Page 64 Page 65 Page 66 Page 67 Page 68 Page 69 Page 70 Page 71 Page 72 Page 73 Page 74 Page 75 Page 76 Page 77 Page 78 Page 79 Page 80 Page 81 Page 82 Page 83 Page 8470 GoodLifeFamilyMag.com MARCH | APRIL 2017 AFGHAN Nora Restaurant and Bar Restaurants featuring Afghan cuisine in Dallas aren’t that easy to find. And finding one with a beautiful rooftop bar and patio is just about impossible—until Nora came along. If you’re already familiar with the country’s food, you’ll be delighted to find your favorites such as Kadu (sautéed pumpkin with garlic yogurt and meat sauce), Mantoo (steamed beef dumplings), Kofta Chalao (stewed meatballs with spic- es and dried plum) and Qabili Palao (seasoned meat with raisins and carrots). But if you’re just getting started, you can’t go wrong with any oftheKabobsandsomeofthebesthummuswe’vesampled.Beforeor after dining, grab a Cardamom Martini and head to the roof for some of the city’s most romantic views. 1928 Greenville Ave. | Dallas (214) 828-0095 | noradallas.com AMERICAN eight|11 place If walking into eight|11 feels like you’ve stepped into a friend’s house (inAustin),there’sagoodreasonforit:1)itactuallyusedtobeahouse and 2) the chefs/owners are from there. A classic, intimate interior with wood floors, plenty of candles and Mason jar pendant lighting make this wine bar a very cozy place to unwind; or, venture outside and share a table with fellow music lovers. Menu items Salads, Bites (think: Pimento Cheese Sliders) and housemade Flat Breads such as the Chorizo Hero with local goat cheese, red onion, cilantro and roast- ed yellow peppers. This is the kind of place where you can kick back andenjoythecoolvibewhilesippingonwinesbytheglass/bottleand local beers on tap. 7080W Main Street | Frisco (469) 888-4037 | eight11place.com Kenny’sWood Fired Grill Everyone loves Kenny’s restau- rants, including the Burger Joint, ItalianKitchenandSmokeHouse. What makes the Wood Fired Grill location perfect for date night, though, is its classy supper club décor and simply put, the food. Steaks, chops, burgers and fish are all perfectly prepared and delicious. Every meal starts with Kenny’s famous popovers and in our humble opinion, should include their half-pound jumbo lump crab cake. It’s too delicious not to order! Try a Grey Goose martini – their vodka is kept on tap at 28 degrees. Smooooth. 5000 Belt Line Rd. / Dallas (972) 392-9663 | kennyswoodfiredgrill.com Lazy Dog Restaurant and Bar Reminiscent of a Jackson Hole,Wyoming après-ski lodge, this Addison outpost at the Village on the Parkway offers something delicious for everyone. From comfort food classics such as burgers and big salads to heartier fare including Lamb Stroganoff and Housemaid Veggie Lasa- gna, Lazy Dog feels like the perfect place to replenish all those calories you burned off on the slopes (or more likely, holiday shopping at the Galleria). Village on the Parkway | Addison (469) 754-1300 | lazydogrestaurants.com NEW LISTING! Lyfe Kitchen Struggling to eat more healthfully? Go to Lyfe! While this“health ca- sual”chain’s mission is to“create a dynamic synergy between greens, grains,proteinsandseasonalvegetables,”webelieveitstillhastotaste good and thankfully, Lyfe doesn’t disappoint. The menu is innovative but straightforward—nothing is fried, veggies are plentiful, and pro- teins are optional (and very reasonably priced).The sweet corn chow- der with cashew cream is rich and filling, at a surprisingly low 164 calories. For heartier appetites, try Art’s unfried chicken with roasted Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, dried cranberries and cashew cream sauce. And how can you not love a healthy food restaurant that serves wine and local pints? 1900 Preston Rd., Suite 111 | Plano (972) 867-5933 | lyfekitchen.com PDQ You know how it is when you’re hungry and want something quick, but you also want it to be on the healthier side, and, oh yeah— you don’t want to get out of your car? Think PDQ. While this acronym typically stands for “Pretty Darn Quick,” (and they are!) in this relatively new, but rapidly expanding concept, it stands for“People Dedicated to Quality.” While the menu is decidedly poultry-driven, it’s also surprisingly varied, with several good-for-you fruitsandveggiestuckedintounexpectedbutdeliciousplaces.Zucchi- ni fries and Blueberry Coleslaw (try it!) sit unpretentiously alongside hand-battered chicken tenders served with made-fresh-daily sauces. The heavenly Handheld Thanksgiving is actually the Grilled Turkey Sandwich, with all the seasonings of the holiday layered inside a sig- nature toasted brioche bun.The salads are generous, fresh, and filling, and to satisfy your sweet tooth, try a handspun milkshake. Locations in Frisco, Plano, Murphy eatpdq.com SixtyVines What could be better than a great glass of wine? How about a great glass of wine—on tap? Not only does this mean that each glass pro- vides the best possible taste at the perfect temperature, reusable kegs equal less spoilage and less landfill. But let’s get to the food: Small plates like Manila clams with creamy white wine chowder broth or wood-fired cauliflower with lemon dill yogurt are perfection. Hungrier appetites will find plenty to choose from too, such as fregola served ri- sottostyle,thentoppedwithcrispywildmushrooms.Theburger,made with Akaushi beef, is something you’ll dream about later, and entrees, such as chicken, fish and chops, are solid choices. Perfect for both large partiesandintimategatherings. 3701 Dallas Pkwy | Plano sixtyvines.com Whistle Britches – North Dallas 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, creating one of the juiciest, most flavorful chicken experiences we’ve ever had. And at Whistle Britches, it is all about chicken: half chick- ens, whole chickens, roasted chickens, fried chicken tenders— even chickens glazed with pomegranate molasses. Sides and starters are comfort-driven, such as pickled jalapeno 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 cocktails, beer and wine. Desserts are straightforward and totally decadent. 6110 Frankford Rd. | Dallas whistlebritcheschicken.com NEW LISTING! Wholesome Grub The perfect place to grab a healthy, hearty bite (think: Paleo, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan—but tasty) from the convenience of your car. That’s right—Wholesome Grub has a drive-thru! With reason- ably-priced entrees for break- fast, lunch and dinner, such as the turkey sausage bowl, green ma- chinesalad(sogreenandsogood),grassfedbisonburgergroundwith appleandrosemaryandtoppedwithfreshgreensandavocadotzatziki sauce,there’ssomethingforeveryonehere.Lookingforasnack?Swing byforanorderofhousemadehummusandflatbreadwithroastedred bell peppers and topped with feta cheese, red pickled onions and jala- peños. Fresh pressed juices, too. 4609W. Park Blvd. | Plano (972) 964-4782 | wholesomegrub.com ASIAN Mr.Wok From Tom Chung Ramen to Egg Foo Young and everything in between—everything is good. Do not miss two of their most popular dishes: Peking Duck and Beggar’s Chicken. The suc- culent 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 Chi- nese sticky rice that’s been stir-fried with shallot, Cantonese sausage, veggies, and five-spice powder and then wrapped in lotus, bamboo leaves, and bread crust, sealing in the juices and flavors during it’s 22-hour basting (yes, 22). Order the Chicken two days in advance; it’s worth the forethought. BYOB. 2600 14th Street | Plano mr-wok.com TuktaThai Delicious food, a veggie-friendly menu (don’t worry, there’s meat too), briskserviceandaputtinggreen?Yes,aputtinggreen(apparently,the owner’s daughter is quite the golfer so, there you have it). Quirkiness aside, Tukta Thai’s Pad Thai is one of Richardson’s best and the Curry Friend Rice and PadWoon Sen are equally good. Its BYOB policy makes it a budget-friendly place to dine in, or skip the putting green and do take-out. 9625 Plano Rd. | Dallas (214) 342-0121 | tuktathairestaurant.com BARBEQUE Kenny’s Smoke House No doubt about it—Texans love barbecue. But the thing that makes Kenny’s Smoke House so special is that it offers more than just standard Texas barbecue fare. Tasty eats like smoky Pulled Pork Tostadas are fea- tured alongside must-have brisket, sausage and ribs. Even sandwiches andsaladsgettheSmokeHousetreatmentwithingredientslikesmoked turkey and smoked bacon, and don’t miss the Smoked Gouda Mac n Cheese.Afamilystyleto-gomenumakesthisagreatpartyoption,too. 5760 Legacy Dr. | Plano kennyssmoke.com Smoke What’s not to love about Smoke? At the Plano locale, the food is de- licious, the service is spot-on, the décor is warm and cozy, and the beautiful,coveredpatiosareromanticandalsoagreatplaceforpeople watching. And since it’s date night, after all, don’t miss the fire roasted oysters with scampi butter, chorizo and ash salsa. The Dallas location is smaller and charming with a retro feel (it’s adjacent to the Belmont Hotel), offering many of the same menu items as the Plano outpost and all of the same, excellentTexas-sized hospitality. 2408 Preston Rd. | Plano (972) 599-2222 901 FortWorth Ave. | Dallas (214) 393-4141 | smokerestaurant.com goodEATS Dining Guide Our editors scoured the greater Dallas area for tried-and-true dining destinations that are family-friendly (even teens!), affordable and delicious. Herearesomeofourfavorites. TEEN FAVORITE!