GoodLifeFamilyMag.com JULY | AUGUST 2019 75 Seafood FishCityGrillNewListing! Greatseafoodataffordable pricesmayseemlikeanimpossible combination,butnotatFishCity Grill.StartwithanorderofOyster Nachos—plumpfriedoysters nestledatopcrispytortillachips, drizzledwithchipotletartarsauce andfreshpicodegallo(makethat twoorders;they’rethatgood). ChargrilledOysterswithlemonpepperbutterandparmesanarealso scrumptious.Gumboisauthenticallyrichandfilling,andRoastedJala- peñoSoupisnothingshortofover-the-topdelicious.Seafooddishescan belight(GrilledCatfish)ordecadent(ShrimpandCrab-StuffedFlounder withcaperdillbeurreblanc)—it’syourcall.Acuratedselectionofwine, beer,andcocktailsmakesFishCityGrillawonderfulplacetovisit. MultiplelocationsthroughoutDFW www.fishcitygrill.com Fish&Fizz In 2018, Nick and Kelli Barclay openedthislittlegemofafine-ca- sual fish and chip shop as a way to bring “a bit of seaside to the city, without the seagulls,” and many say it’s the most authentic English fare around. Responsibly-sourced cod is perfectly battered and fried, served atop fat chips on a news- paper-lined tray, and you’ll find allthetraditionalEnglishtrimmingssuchascurrysauce,mushypeas,and maltvinegar.OtherBritfavoritesinclude bangersandmash, flakyCornish pasties, and bubble and squeak.The“fizz”part includes a lovely selection of adult bubblies (bruts, rosés, proseccos) and both local and European beers,pairingperfectlywiththefish. 400N.CoitRd.,Ste.1908|Richardson (469)687-0022 www.fishandfizz.com Lefty’sLobsterand ChowderHouse Long considered a neighborhood gem, Lefty’s serves the kind of seafoodyou’dexpecttofindsome- where on the East Coast: clam chowder, lobster bisque (Can’t decide between the two? Ask for half and half), whole main lobster (Lefty’s uses cull lobsters that have one claw—hence, the name) and fried shrimp. Hearty salads are made heartier with the addition of chicken, salmon, shrimp or lobster—and if you’re simply not feeling fishy, go for a perfectly cooked filet mignon or burger. Lefty’s numerous accolades speak for themselves, and it gets a lot of regulars, especially on weekends—so be sure to make a reservation online.Openforlunchanddinner,andthebarstaysopenlate. 4021BeltLineRd.|Dallas (972)774-9518 www.leftyslobster.com SeaBreezeFishMarket&Grill FindingtrulyfreshfishinDallascanbechallenging,butSeaBreezemakes it sooo easy. Selections are flown in daily, representing only the freshest seafood available. Part retail fish market, part sit-down restaurant with fullbar,atSeaBreezeyoucanpurchasefishtoprepareinyourownhome... orlettheexpertsdoitforyouwhileenjoyingaglassofwineorcocktail.Be suretostartoutwiththeSesameCrustedYellowfinTunaNachoswithavo- cado wasabi, sweetThai chili, and lemon zest—or maybe you're more of aSmokedSalmonDeviledEggperson;youcan'tgowrongwitheitherone. 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 Forthepastdecade,theOruchfamilyhasbroughtNorthTexansthefresh- estseafoodselectionintheregionattheiracclaimedSeaBreezeFishMar- ket & Grill.  The menu at this newer restaurant showcases a limited menu of specialty 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 alsorecommendtheConnecticutLobstaRoll—butterpoachedlobsteron 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 forthefoodandfortheEastCoastvibe. LegacyHall 7800WindroseAve. |Plano (972)473-2722 www.seabreezefish.com TheKeeper Sustainable seafood and a tropical tiki bar create the just-right com- bination to give you a little taste of your last beach-y vacation. The menu's "Just Flew In" section of- fers the day's freshest selections, both artfully prepared and utterly delicious. There are also some unexpected seafood menu choic- es, including shareable portions of Crab Fried Rice with crispy Spam and topped with a perfectly cooked egg, and the Hamachi Crudo—buttery, rawHamachitoppedwithapple,avocado,chilies,yuzusauceanddelicate 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 nightout,they’llneverforgetit.The freshest seafood in a sleek setting makes The Oceanaire the perfect spot for a luxurious dinner with top-notch service. Menu offerings are based entirely on freshness and availability, so arrive prepared to“just go with it.”There are several sides you won’t want to miss including Chardonnay Roasted Mushrooms and Shells & Cheese with Smoked Gouda and Applewood Bacon.Their full bar mightjustmakeyouforgetyoupromisedtopickupthetab. TheWestinGalleriaDallas 13340DallasPkwy.|Dallas (972)759-2277 www.theoceanaire.com Southern SugarbaconProperKitchen When we think of Sugarbacon, we think of upscale comfort food in a warm, rustic setting. Let’s start with the signature appetizer: sugarbacon. Picture a perfect little cube of house-smoked Berkshire pork belly, 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 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 Wagyubeefandtoppedwith,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 made from scratchdaily. ThemenufeaturesseafoodfromtheGulf,steaksourcedfrom local ranchers, and dairy and produce grown by local farmers. The bar- tenders stay busy, pouring the most prolific collection of local beverages intown,including40beersontap. 3656HowellSt.|Dallas (214)730-0596 www.therustic.com WhistleBritches The logo says a lot: Chicken. Bis- cuits.Beer.Butwhatitdoesn’tcon- veyisthatChefOmarFloresandhis team pickle brine each and every bird, creating one of the juiciest, most flavorful chicken experiences we’ve ever had. And at Whistle Britches,itisallaboutchicken:half chickens, whole chickens, roasted chickens,friedchickentenders—evenchickensglazedwithpomegranate 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 anddinnerserved,alongwithaniceselectionofcocktails,beerandwine. Dessertsarestraightforwardandtotallydecadent. 6110FrankfordRd.|Dallas (972)590-8991 2405DallasParkway|Plano (214)299-5971 www.whistlebritcheschicken.com Steakhouse IIIForks With a North Dallas location cov- ering 25,000 square feet, III Forks can accommodate everything from datenights,tofamilygatherings,to big parties, and even giant corpo- rate and special events (up to 900 people). You’d think with all that available space, the intimate steak- house 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.StartwithIIIForksfamoussaladwithtoastedpecans,bluecheese, Granny Smith apples, and a not-too-sweet maple pecan vinaigrette, then moverightontoyourmain—whetheryouprefersteakorseafood,it’sse- riously all good. If we were you, we’d order one of every side dish, but if youcanonlyfindroomforone,don’tmisstheLobsterMac&Cheese—it’s todiefor. 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 favorites, including just about every cut of steak imaginable, chops, chopped or Caesar salad, fresh oysters, and the seriously-cream- iest-of-creamed spinach. Start with the small or large seafood tower to shareandyouwon’tbedisappointed.Anintimatebarareaisaterrificspot to meet up with a friend or co-worker, and the attentive staff will ensure that your special occasion will be memorable. In fact, every meal at Al Bi- ernat’sismemorable. 4217OakLawnAve.|Dallas (214)219-2201 5251SpringValleyRd.|Dallas (972)239-3400 www.albiernats.com goodEATS