72 GoodLifeFamilyMag.com JULY | AUGUST 2019 FilteredNewListing! Thisself-described“craftcoffeeand culture house”offers classic coffee beverages, international brew methods,pour-overs,andavariety of teas and Italian sodas. Mosey on back to play board games, or just sit and chill when live music is playing. Hip vibe meets McKinney family-friendlinessatFiltered. 218E.LouisianaSt.|McKinney (469)219-8300 www.getmefiltered.com FirstWatch Sure, these days you can get trendy and healthy menu items like avocado toastatjustaboutanywhere,butatthisplace,it’sover-the-topgoodwith smashed avocado, extra virgin olive oil, a squeeze of lemon and Malden sea salt. A seasonal menu focusing on fresh produce offers lighter fare in warmer months and comfort food in cooler months, making it a perfect choice any time of the year. Carnivores shouldn’t miss the scrumptious Millionaire’s Bacon—four slices of hardwood smoked bacon baked with brown sugar, black pepper, cayenne and a maple syrup drizzle, and the Power Bowl made with protein-packed quinoa, veggies and lemon chick- enbreastisaperfectchoiceforlunch. MultiplelocationsthroughoutDFW www.firstwatch.com FourteenEighteenCoffee- houseNewListing! Brickwallsandapressedtinceiling give Fourteen Eighteen the big city urbanvibe that manyofuscrave in DFW, especially in the ‘burbs, but really, it’s about the coffee. And the comfy couches. Oh, and the pastries! If you’re craving sweets, there’sagenerousselectionofsumptuouspiesfromEmporium,flakypas- tries, muffinsandsconestopairwithyourdouble espresso orcappuccino, made with beans roasted by Oak Cliff Coffee Roasters. All-natural fruit smoothies and frappes are a nice alternative, and the non-rushed atmo- sphere means you can while away here on a Saturday morning, book in hand, feeling somehow transported. Or, bring a date later that night to sharedessert. 1418KAve.|Plano (214)738-5664 www.fourteeneighteencoffeehouse.com GlobalPeaceFactory If you think the name of this place refers to a hippie-dippie alternative to “that other factory” (you know, the one with cheesecake), think again. “Factory” is just for fun, because Global Peace is anything but. A fairly small space with highly customizable drinks, interesting ingredients and super-friendlywaitstaffarewhatbringfolksbackheretimeandagain.We said interesting coffee ingredients, and we meant it: lavender or coconut syrup. Honey. Brown Sugar.There are also plenty of milk alternatives. But what makes Global Peace a standout for us is that it donates a portion of itsproceedstopeaceworkcharities.Prettycoolforaplacethatservesreally hotbeverages. 1377LegacyDr.|Frisco (214)705-2664 www.globalpeacefactory.com HugsCafé Everything about Hugs makes us want to smile—from the friendly staff, to the exceptional customer service, to the giant“HUGS”sign on the wall, and of course, to the food. Owner RuthThompson created the Hugs con- cept as a lunch-only place where adults with special needs could find meaningful work and then used her cooking background to create truly delicious menu items. You’ll find daily soups, fresh salads and decadent sandwiches that are piled high with tasty fillings. Our favorite just might be The Chickie Hug, made with Hugs’signature chicken salad, cucumber, fresh spinach and tomato on your choice of bread. Ultimate Picnic Potato Saladisamust-tryside,andeveryoneravesabouttheSignatureWedding CakeCookies.ClosedonMondays. 224E.VirginiaSt.|McKinney (469)301-6900 www.hugscafe.org MagnoliasSousLePont NewListing! Lookforthememorabletealfaçade of this Harwood District favorite, featuring art and handmade gifts bylocalartisans.Grabafreshsand- wich or salad from the takeaway case and prepare to park yourself in a comfy chair with a steamy cor- tado, flat white or matcha latte – this is the kind of place that makes you wanttostickaround. 2727N.HarwoodSt.|Dallas (469)249-9222 www.magnoliasdallas.com Mama’sDaughters’Diner If your own mama always told you to“clean your plate,”then you’d better come to Mama’s Daughters’ Diner hungry. This family-owned and oper- ated business (since 1958!) is currently run by three generations, serving generous portions of made-from-scratch yumminess throughout the day. Dailyspecialsareofthe“Meat&3”variety(entréeplusyourchoiceofthree sides) and priced at just $10.50—chicken and dumplings and meatloaf are standouts. Pies and cobblers are decadent and also available in whole sizesfortakeout. MultiplelocationsthroughoutDFW www.mamasdaughtersdiner.com MapleLeafDiner Whenexperiencedrestaurateurs,MichaelDelaurierandChefDebraDelau- rier,couldn’tfindtheCanadiancomfortfoodtheycravedintheMetroplex, they created their own place. Maple Leaf’s menu offers what Canadians dream about: poutine (French fries topped with cheese curds and gravy), peamealbacon(aka“real”Canadianbacon)andbuttertarts.Foralittlebit ofCanadameetsTexas,trythescrumptiousSouthernPoutinewithchicken fried chicken and white gravy. And with all-day breakfast plus a lengthy menu of burgers, wraps and hearty entrees, it’s a pretty terrific spot for familydining,eh? 12817PrestonRd.,Ste.129|Dallas (214)434-1626 www.mldiner.com NeuhausCafeNewListing! When’s the best time to stop by Neuhaus? How about morning, noon, afternoon, and evening! ThislovelyEuropean-stylespothas been delighting Dallasites’ taste buds for 30 years, offering a wide selection of coffees, breakfast, light bites, entrees, desserts, and candy—lots of candy (available by the pound and also prepackaged for gift giving). Running errands and lookingforalightbite?Tryoneofthesoups—ChickenTortillaandCreamy Carrot are two excellent choices; add on the Beverly Hills Cobb Salad for a heartier appetite. Sandwiches are stellar and come with house-made potatochips.Thereareplentyofoptionsforgluten-freediets,vegetarians, and vegans. Be sure to save room for a yummy old-fashioned ice cream sundae. 5959RoyalLn.,Ste.626|Dallas (214)739-4600 www.neuhauscafe.com Norma’sCafé Since 1956, Norma’s has been serving up its own brand of delicious fare and down-home hospitality. From giant omelets stuffed to the brim, to burgers,sandwiches,andsomuchmore,narrowingdownyourchoicescan beachallenge.EveryonelovesNorma’sbiscuits,butdon’teattoomanyof them or you won’t have room for things like the Chicken Fried Steak (one ofDFW’sbest),Open-FacedPotRoastSandwichonTexastoastservedwith mashedpotatoesandsmotheredwithgravy,ortheubiquitousdinerPatty Melt, positively oozing with Swiss Cheese and smothered onions. Don’t forget the pies!You can’t leave without indulging in one of Norma’s Mile- HighCreamPies™;thecoconutversionisanotherworldlyexperience. MultiplelocationsthroughoutDFW www.normascafe.com PearlCup When Carlene Saelg and Rita Davis moved to Dallas from Austin in early 2007, they began looking for a“real”coffee shop—the kind that served strong, mostly espresso-based drinks that weren’t bitter, provided a com- munityatmosphereandwelcomedthosewhowantedtoopenupalaptop orbookandhangoutforawhile.Whentheycouldn’tfindone,theyboldly openedPearlCup.Usingonlythebest,localTexasroasters,PearlCupisthe perfectvenuefortruecoffeesnobs—andwemeanthatinthemostcom- plimentary way. Of course, you must try their creamy, dreamy signature drink:ThePearlLatte™. 2701CusterPkwy.|Richardson (214)468-8182 www.pearlcupcoffee.com WhiteRockCoffee Whether you’re searching for a cool, caffeinated hangout after burning somecaloriesatWhiteRockLakeoraquickwalk-up/drive-thruwithplen- ty of specialty drink options, like Iced Caramel Mocha and Mango Peach GreenIcedTea,WhiteRockaimstoplease.ThemainlocationonNorthwest Highway offers plenty of seating (there’s also a small balcony upstairs if the downstairs is full), free Wi-Fi, fresh muffins, bagels and pastries and if you hit them at the right time, free live music, too. It’s also a great place to pick up a pound of locally roasted microlot, organic or direct/fair trade beansforyourhomebrews. MultiplelocationsthroughoutDFW www.wrcoffee.com RoyalBlue Whether you’re looking to grab an awesome Stumptown coffee with a buddy, a healthy prepared lunch for the office, or you’re just too darn tired to cook dinner for the family, Royal Blue has something for you. It’s a thoughtfully-curated (and super-hip) urban grocery store as well as an excellent resource for locally sourced products; each store is different, tai- lored to the neighborhood it serves. Royal Blue also offers catering, with everything from breakfast tacos to boxed lunches, mix-and-match sand- wichplatters,cocktailbitesandmore. 1HighlandParkVillage|Dallas (214)526-9516 www.royalbluegrocery.com SunnyStreetCaféNewListing! If you’re looking for a new favorite breakfast/lunch spot, head on over tothesunnysideofthestreet.Pan- cakes here are so fluffy, you could “use them as pillows,”but instead, you’ll devour them (especially the dizzyingly good Cinnamon Roll pancakes). Loaded Hash Browns with eggs, sausage, cheese, and sautéed onions are a carb lover’s dream date; the only problem is decid- ing between them and the Stuffed Biscuits & Gravy. For lunch, burgers, sandwiches, and salads are generously portioned and made from scratch. Serviceisalwayswithasmile. MultiplelocationsthroughoutDFW www.sunnystreetcafe.com Spoons Located right on the square in beautiful, historic McKinney, Spoons offers breakfast all day plus a plethora of delicious sandwiches, burgers and hot dogs, soups and salads—something to suit everyone’s culinary cravings. Start by sharing an order of Cottage Potatoes All the Way—basically, a breakfast version of cheese fries: house potatoes smothered with Ched- dar and Pepper Jack cheeses, crumbled apple smoked bacon and a side of Spoons’salsa.Spoonsisfamousforitschickensalad,andonceyou’vetried it,you’llknowwhy:dicedredgrapes,celery,andpecans,mixedwithmay- onnaise and pickle relish, served on bread or slider buns, make it a stand- out. It’s a terrific place to chill with family and friends after shopping“The Square.” Hint:Donotmissoutonthekillerdessertsincludinghomemade pies(mightwesuggestcoconutcream!). 100E.LouisianaSt.|McKinney (972)548-6900 www.spoonscafe.com Cajun Amberjax This light and spacious Louisiana-style eatery has plenty to offer. Not only is it smack-dab in the middle of one of Dallas’hottest dining destinations for date night and more, the freshly prepared seafood is tough to beat. Whetheryou’vegotahankeringforDownHomeShrimpandGrits,Lobster Mac&CheeseormaybesomethinglighterlikeSearedYellowfinTunawith goodEATS