CAFE DURO
Neighborhood: Lower Greenville
Opened: May 27th. 2022
About: Cafe Duro comes from a Duro Hospitality who brought us Sister and The Charles and focuses curating concepts that bring us the best of both worlds: amazing Italian food and a fun, ornate and upscale Euro atmosphere!
Cuisine: “Italian-ish” neighborhood street cafe with coffee, fast casual food and to-go
The 101: In the morning, enjoy a sausage kolache, olive oil coffee cake or breakfast polenta cup. For lunch and dinner, try a panini - the chicken is fab; or try a Pizzetta - the pepperoni and burnt honey was our fave. You can also take home fresh made pastas and sauces among other Italian market goods. Currently, you can only sit outside as the Cafe works out permitting issues but you can come in to order and even sip a quick espresso at the counter - so Italian!
Mi Cocina
Neighborhood: Uptown- Mckinney
Opened: May 27th, 2022
About: Mi Cocina is BACK in uptown! After moving out of the West Village space it had occupied for two decades, Mi Cocina now sits just down from Breadwinner’s and HopDoddy, in the spot previously occupied by Del Frisco's Grille. There is also a new rooftop bar overlooking Uptown!
Cuisine: Mexican
The 101: Now offering a large upscale bar with premium spirits and elevated experience, Mi Cocina has been tagged as “Seis Segundos.” The meaning behind the name comes from everyone's favorite mambo taxis, because when they first opened a Mambo Taxi was served every six seconds!
The Grove at Harwood
Neighborhood: Harwood District
Opened: May 27th, 2022
About: Harwood is bringing some fun downtown with their casual concept, The Grove. This outdoor spot is the ultimate backyard with a bar, food, outdoor seating and games. Grab your friends and head on over for a Spritz and a game of volleyball or corn hole!
Cuisine: Casual bar & grill
The 101: The cocktail menu includes some fresh flavorful cocktails, setlzers, and wine/beer selections. BUT, you must try their boozy snow cones. This is an adult's dream on a HOT Texas day. Bring your pup to enjoy the fun too! The Grove is open Wednesday-Sunday until 10pm.
Photo courtesy of The Grove
Tatsu
Neighborhood: Deep Ellum
Opened: May 25th, 2022
About: Get excited because this New York favorite has made its way to Texas, and is upping the sushi standards! Tatsu is located in the newly-restored Continental Gin building, and is an edomae style sushi experience!
Cuisine: Sushi
The 101: This sushi spot is unlike many! The fish is cured rathering than served fresh at this edomae style restaurant. Tatsu is an omakase-style sushi meaning that there is also no set menu- it is up to the chef that day and the interaction with customers! Be on the lookout for reservations as they book up quickly, and open for booking 15 days in advance of the month.
Photo courtesy of Tatsu
THE DOLLY LLAMA
Neighborhood: Howell Street- Uptown
Opened: May 28th, 2022
About: All your favorite sweets are now available in Uptown at The Dolly Llama. This LA based company is bringing specialty waffles, crazy flavor combinations, and lots of sugar to the Dallas' dessert scene. The mission of Dolly Llama is to prove waffles are not just for breakfast!
Cuisine: Waffles, Shakes, and Ice Cream
The 101: Something unique to the Dolly Llama is the waffle style. They focus on Belgian Liege waffles and the Hong Kong Bubble Waffles, which is not available at many spots in the DFW area. There are waffle sandwhiches, shakes and build-your-own options. Topping options include oreos, m&ms, cookies, sprinkles. nutella, and many more- sounds like a sugar rush to us!
Photo courtesy of The Dolly Llama
Hugo's Invitados
Neighborhood: West Village
Opened: May 27th, 2022
About: Hugo's has officially opened in the old Mi Cocina spot in West Village, and is the sister concept to Honest Taco across the street! Specializing in organic modern mexican food, Hugo's uses fresh ingredients while delivering bold flavors, and their menu is almost all gluten-free.
Cuisine: Mexican
The 101: The delicious food isn't the only good part of Hugo's. Their drink menu includes high quality cocktails, mezcal and of course tequila flights. Happy Hour pricing is available weekdays from 4-7pm and during lunchtime they offer a $0.99 mini margarita- the perfect afternoon pick me up!
Photo courtest of Hugo's
Fizz
Neighborhood: Plano
Opened: May 27th, 2022
About: A coffee bar by morning and champagne lounge by night! Fizz is open in West Plano Village serving your favorite sparkly drinks in a modern atmosphere.
Cuisine: Cocktail Bar
The 101: Don't forget to order food when you are drinking too. Their menu includes customizable charcuterie boards, shareables, and fondues. When the weather is nice, try their 1,200 square foot patio. They also have weekly happy hour deals including 1/2 drinks and live entertainment!
Photo courtest of Fizz
Au Troisième
Neighborhood: Preston Center
Opened: June 6th, 2022
About: Au Troisième is now open in Preston Center, in the old Pei Wei spot next to Roti and Salata. With a french inspired menu and also flavors and cultures from all around the world, the menu is adventerous and brings freshness to the local food scene! The spot has a patio and a private speakeasy style dining room for larger groups.
Cuisine: French
The 101: This worldy-inspired resturant has escargot, cauliflower risotto and a mouth watering Kimchi Rueben corned beef sandwhich. Served with Korean thousand island and french fries, you cannot go wrong! Au Troisième is currently open for lunch, happy hour and dinner.
Photo courtesy of Au Troisième
SKY BLU
Neighborhood: Design District
Opening: June 23rd, 2022
About: Located on the rooftop of the Tru by Hilton hotel in the Market Center, Sky Blu is bringing more speciality cocktails to Dallas' drink scene. The bar is also not too far from American Airlines Center, so would be a great option before a Mavs or Stars game.
Cuisine: Rooftop Bar
The 101: The drink menu focuses on signature and classic cocktails, along with an extensive beer and wine list. When you are feeling a fruity drink, order the passion fruit rickey with gin, lime, and passion fruit. Stay tuned for their happy hour menu!
Photo courtesy of Sky Blu
