corn, green beans (don’t expect al dente), mashed potatoes with gravy, and fluffy biscuits.Without a doubt, Dallas loves Babe’s, so there can be a wait, especially on weekends, but seating moves quickly. For food this good,atjust$12.99/personforadults,it’sdefinitelyworthit. MultiplelocationsinDFW babeschicken.com ChickenScratch If you’re looking for slow fast food and a cool Austin vibe, Chicken Scratch (CS) is the place to be.The Fork and Knife Chicken Finger Biscuit Sandwich is like Chick-fil-A on steroids only in this version, the chicken is hormone-free, never frozen and local, and the biscuit is made from scratch. Not feeling “fried?”No problem. CS offers big salad bowls and pecan wood rotisserie plates, too. Grab an adult beverage next door at TheFoundryandhangoutattheoutdoorpicnictables.Whenyou’vehad yourfill,enjoyanall-naturalfreshfruitpopsicle. 2303PittmanSt.|Dallas (214)749-1112 www.cs-tf.com Sissy’sSouthernKitchen&Bar Really, everything we’ve tried at Sissy’s is good. Really, really good. And the owner, Lisa Garza Selcer, couldn’t be more hospitable. But for fam- ily dining, the way to go at Sissy’s is with a bucket of her famous fried chicken.You’ll get ten pieces for just $25 and it comes with your choice ofcoleslaworwhippedpotatoesandgravy.Throwinsomeofherfamous squash puppies with Texas honey butter and jalapeño jelly and voilà! Dinnerisserved. 2929NHendersonAve|Dallas sissyssouthernkitchen.com SugarbaconProperKitchen When we think of Sugarbacon, we think of upscale comfort food in a warm, rustic setting. Let’s start with the signature appetizer: sugarba- con.Pictureaperfectlittlecubeofhouse-smokedBerkshireporkbelly, glazed in smoky ancho BBQ sauce, sitting atop spicy bread and butter pickles on a tiny piece of toasted bread. Berkshire pork is known for its rich taste—thought by some to be the “Kobe beef of pork.” One bite of it and you’ll know why. 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 beef and topped with, you got it, sugarbacon. sugarbacon.com 216W.VirginiaSt.|McKinney 6400GastonAve.|Dallas TheHeights We could practically live at The Heights. From homey break- fasts, such as a custom scramble or Lakewood migas, to hearty salads, juicy burgers and a killer club sandwich, to steamed mus- sels and chicken pot pie with a jalapeno cheddar biscuit—this is the type of cozy neighborhood spot where you can meet a friend for lunch, grab a cup of locally roasted Full City Rooster coffee and a piece of pie to go or enjoy a relaxing dinner and cocktail. Executive Chef Karin Porter (formerly of Dallas’belovedThe Grape restaurant) aims to deliver “Southern comfort food sensibility,”and everything we’ve tasted hit the mark.Openlateonweekends. 2015AbramsRd.|Dallas www.theheightslakewood.com Rick’sChophouse Located in the beautiful Grand Hotel & Ballroom in downtown McKin- ney,Rick’sisabsolutelyadatedestinationforlunch,cocktailsanddinner. Comfy leather couches, live music from local artists Thursday through Saturday and handcrafted cocktails are just part of what makes Rick’s so popular but it’s a chophouse, after all, and the real emphasis here is on the food. Mouthwatering steaks, juicy burgers, fresh seafood (including Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes served with Roasted Corn-Crawfish Bisque and Bacon-WrappedTrout) along with classic, hearty salads like the Iceberg Wedge with Maytag Bleu Cheese Dressing are just a few of the things you’ll love at Rick’s. And since you’ve already booked the sitter, why not include an overnight stay at the historic hotel? Rick’s serves Sundaybrunch,too. 107NorthKentucky|McKinney (214)726-9251|rickschophouse.com SPORTS BARS & PUBS NEWLISTING! Henry’sTavern Looking for an upscale sports bar/tavern that’s also kid-friendly? Henry’s is your place. With a full-scale menu (burgers, tacos, pizzas, fresh fish, you name it), you can bring the whole family and enjoy a snack, meal, dinner and even Sunday brunch.There’s also live musicTuesday through Saturdaysandnocovercharge,thankyouverymuch. 5741LegacyDr.|Plano(972)473-7252 NEWLISTING! Pluckers Sometimes, you’ve just gotta have a good wing. And some waffle fries. And by all means, don’t forget the fried pickles. MultipleTV screens and a family-friendly vibe make Pluckers wildly popular, just about any time of the day. Voted “ESPN Top 5 Sports Bar”and “Top 10 Wing Bar”(USA Today),you’llfindtraditionalBuffalo-stylewingsalongsideSpicyKorean andGarlicParmesanvarieties.Washitalldownwithyourfavoritebrew. MultiplelocationsthroughoutDFW www.pluckers.net goodEATS Want to be reviewed in our dining guide? Email Tricia@goodlifefamilymag.com. Check out all of our restaurant reviews at goodlifefamilymag.com! Guests enjoying the festivities Pictured left to right: Bruce Byrne, M.D., Michelle Malipi- ca-Hertsgaard, R.N., Joshua Lemmon, M.D., DentonWatu- mull, M.D., FACS, Laura Harris, L.E. and Derek Rapp, M.D. RiellyWhitman, Regional Director; Fehmi Karahan, LegacyWest; Chelsea Burns, General Manager; Chef Chris Memme, Head Chef; Chef Del Diseko, Executive Chef; KristinVekteris, Vice President Marketing + Brand; and Chef Scott Rolfson, Regional Chef Operations US. ANN & SCOTT O’BLENES 35TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Ann and Scott O’Blenes hosted an all-white celebration in Cabo San Lucas to celebrate their 35th anniversary. Steve Garvin, Heather Brown, & Greg and Julie Rosener SPRING BEAUTY EVENT Over 200 guests enjoyed an evening of camaraderie, wine and hors d’oeuvres at Regional Skin & Laser Center’s Spring Beauty Event at Noah’s Event Venue.org Photo Credit: Life/Art Photography by Nikki Glasgow (Top) Scott O’Blenes flanked by Sheryl Pidgeon, Shannon Buncher, Laura Lovelady, Jill Johnson, Elizabeth Ritch, JennyWood and Jo Lochabay. (Bottom) Ann surrounded by an‘entourage of husbands’at the fete; Mike Johnson, Doug Buncher, PeterWood, John Lovelady, Rick Musil, David Pidgeon, and Don Lochabay. Good Times EARLS KITCHEN + BAR GRAND OPENING AT LEGACY WEST Jo and Don Lochabay, Jenny and PeterWood, Ann and Scott O’Blenes, Sheryl and David Pidgeon