70 GoodLifeFamilyMag.com JULY | AUGUST 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 festive family atmosphere. Yes, many items on the menuaresustainable,suchassalmonraisedinthecleanwatersofPatago- nia and beef that’s local, free-range and grass-fed—but the real focus is ondelicious,beautifully-preparedfood.Entreesareservedwiththreefresh vegetables(familystyle)andyourchoiceofhomemadesoup,freshfruitor garden salad, and second helpings are available on most entrees of equal orlesservalue.Thereareseveraldiningroomsthatcanaccommodateboth intimatedinnersandlargerparties,andthepatioboastsarelaxingwater- fallandwood-burningfireplaceforallseasons. 4503W.LoversLn.|Dallas (214)351-5681 www.celebrationrestaurant.com InternationalHouseofPancakes If plain pancakes aren’t your thing, how about something decadent like Tres Leches pancakes layered with creamy vanilla sauce and topped with dulce de leche caramel sauce? Or Belgian Dark Chocolate Mousse pan- cakes?These aren’t just pancakes; they’re artful desserts posing as break- fast. IHOP’s“limited time offer”menu changes frequently, so you’re sure to find something new to try every time you visit. But wait, there’s more: Ultimate Steakburgers are juicy and ginormous or for something lighter, go for the classic RoastedTurkey Sandwich with hand-carved turkey.The menu offers many items as à la carte, side or combo portions, so you can mix-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 rightforheartybusinesslunchesandweeknightdinnerswiththefamily. 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-worthy 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 gooeystufforjustasmallsidetopairwithyoursalad.Dinein,orderonline, or check out Newk’s Grab-N-Go—this is a terrific spot to grab dinner for thefamilyoraquickbiteafterthekiddos’soccergame. 5960W.ParkerRd.|Plano (469)298-2071 6750GaylordPkwy.,Ste.290|Frisco (214)494-4602 www.newks.com Rock&Brews NewListing! When you’re hangry, thirsty, and ready to rock-n-roll, scoot on over to Rock & Brews for some much-needed sustenance. Start with a brew but be warned: the beer menu here is huge and re- quires due consideration—drafts, bottles,wheats,lagers,malty,hop- py,etc.Now,ontothefood—gen- erous appetizers, hearty salads, and signature wings are just a few of the excellent offerings. Entrees are well-prepared and surprisingly affordable, making it a terrific destination for getting together with friends or family. Dogsarewelcomeonthelovelypatio,andasthenamesuggests,rockmu- sicRULESthefun-and-friendlyvibehere. 5351NebraskaFurnitureMartDr.|TheColony (972)584-1670 www.rockandbrews.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“American”as it gets, this classic breakfast and lunch dining spot (started in Portland, Oregon in 1953) incorporates an extensive knowledge of ethnic pancake recipes, too, such as its famous DutchBabypancake—anair-filledpancakeservedwithpowderedsugar, lemon and whipped butter. Another favorite dish is the mouthwatering DanishKijafaCherryCrepestoppedwithMontmorencycherriessimmered in Kijafa wine sauce. Hearty omelets are served with a side of buttermilk pancakes, so there’s plenty to eat (and share). Kids can build their own mealastheylikeit,andthelunchmenuincludesaselectionofsandwich- es,burgers,wrapsandsaladsthataresuretopleaseanypalate. 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 Bat- tered Asparagus served with srira- cha bleu cheese or, for a lighter touch, California Crudo (thinly-sliced raw yellowtailwithstrawberries,jalapeno,avocadoandspicyyuzuaioli).Super tender Beer Braised Short Rib goes nicely with house-made pappardelle, edamameandheirloomcarrots.Staffhereisfriendlyandknowledgeable, andbesuretoswingbackaroundforweekendbrunch:We’regivingaspe- cialshout-outtotheCrawfishBenedictwithCreoleHollandaise. 5880Hwy.121,Ste.101|Plano (214)297-2337 www.unionbear.com Asian CRollsSushi CRollsofferswhatweliketocall“knockyoursocksoffsushi.”There’sbeau- tifullypresentedsushi,sashimi,rawrolls,cookedrolls,veggierollsand— for those non-sushi folks (is there still such a thing?)—plenty of “small food”optionsincludingbakedgreenmussels,jalapeñotempura(yummy), softshellcrabandBBQribs.CRollsalsooffersalunchrollcomboincluding agenerousrollofyourchoice,fourpiecesofCaliforniaroll,misosoup,gar- densaladandadrinkforjust$11.99.Thisisthekindofplacewhereentrees aresopretty,you’llevenwanttoeatthegarnish. 18101PrestonRd.,Ste.300|Dallas (972)447-4900 www.crollsushi.com HowardWang’s With over 30 years of family rec- ipes, tradition, and experience, HowardWang’s is famous for nice- ly-sized portions of well-seasoned Asian Fusion food, served in a sleek, contemporary atmosphere. Large round tables make it the perfect place to meet up with friends after work, or host a big family gathering. Lunch specials are very popular and include a spring roll or crab wonton and soup (dine-in only), and whether you opt for something 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’re sure to leave satisfied. Rolls and dumplingsarepreparedfreshdaily.There’saniceselectionforvegetarians, too. Afullbar,includingbeer,wineandmixology-drivencocktails,rounds outyourmealperfectly. 6740WinningDr.|Frisco (469)213-2002 4343W.NorthwestHwy.,Ste.345|Dallas (214)366-1606 3223LemmonAve.,Ste.103|Dallas (214)954-9558 www.hwrestaurants.com RoyalChina A family-owned Dallas favorite since 1974, Royal China offers an extensivemenuofpopularChinese and Chinese-American classics, such as Cashew Chicken, Mongo- lian Beef, and Shrimp with Honey Walnuts—and all are consistently delicious. But it just might be the noodles—house made, from scratch—that keeps existing fans happiest and newer ones clamoring for more. Try the Dumpling Sampler and/or Xiao-Long-Bao(soupdumplings),whicharetraditionallyfilledwithpork, jicama and meat gelatin. Each dumpling gives you a wonderful, chewy bite of dumpling and inside, broth that is meant to be slurped once it has cooled a bit.This is the kind of place where you find yourself asking your serverwhattheguyatthenexttableordered,soyoucanhaveitnexttime. 6025RoyalLn.,Ste.201|Dallas (214)361-1771 www.royalchinadallas.com SamuiThai Ifyou’relookingforgreatThaifood,steprightintoSamui.UpscaleThaidé- cor makes it a sophisticated option for evening dining but don’t overlook the lunch specials—generously portioned and very reasonably priced. goodEATS Our editors scoured the greater Dallas area for tried-and-true dining destinations that are family-friendly and delicious. Here are some of our favorites: Good Eats Dining Guide