OVER DUE
Foodie Friends- it has been far too long since the last update of wonderful places to dine in Dallas!While we normally like to review one restaurant per post, this is going to be a catch-all for the places we have visited in the past few months.First on the Menu: NOSH
Do you remember the post about the “Sad News” a while back? Well AURORA closed and Chef Avner reopened in the same location with a new name: NOSH.We were HUGE fans of AURORA. The tastes were fabulous, the atmosphere was one of a kind and the service was outstanding. Same Chef, different idea didn’t translate well for us. NOSH is now what you might think of as your neighborhood bistro. Food like Houston’s on a smaller, less to choose from scale. But Houston’s would knock this place out of the park on flavor and taste. It is the opposite of what AURORA used to be; they are not seating close to 100 people a night, where AURORA used to have maybe 4 tables a night- on a good night. The feeling is more rushed, busy and noisy.
Short and Sweet: Don’t waste your time here. Stick to Houstons or R&D Kitchen if your wanting the American/ Bistro experience! The food is better and you will get more for your dollar!
Second: SUSHI ZUSHI
Craving your favorite Sushi Roll? This place has all of your favorites and then some! All different varieties and sushi possibilities can be found on the Menu here.
This little gem is tucked in the back of the shopping center at Oak Lawn and Blackburn- behind GOOD EATS and WORLD MARKET. Its very cozy, dim lighting, friendly service and a well kept sushi secret in Dallas. Next time your craving a little fish in the raw- give SUSHI ZUSHI a try. It’s worth the search and the menu is very reasonably priced!
Third: COAL VINES
There are several delicious pizza places in town- however COAL VINES (on Maple and Cedar Springs) still remains a hot spot and local favorite. The atmosphere is fun, young and vibrant in the evenings. They have a happy hour and daily pizza specials up on the chalk board above the bar. The wine list has some great options by the glass and bottle and the servers are always up for a recommendation to pair with your favorite pizza! You can even build your own thin-crust master piece!
Since the venue is rather small- think real Italian pizza place: crowded, small, cozy and quit loud- then you have Coal Vines. So if you’re looking for a fun night out this is a great choice. If you’re looking for something a little more quiet and romantic, you will be better off trying this place early in the week!!
Fourth: SALUM
Just off quite, discrete and understated you will find SALUM. You would not think that behind such simple awning is such a tremendous kitchen and tastes!The menu changes frequently, so what we had is not even up for discussion anymore- but what is up for discussion are the new menu choices and flavors. (A good reason to go back)! The service is great- the food is even better and the ambience is chic but still relaxed: Think white/modern meets rustic and refined. This is one of the places that will be a great secret in Dallas for a while- the menu is always changing and evolving. Great for a romantic date-night or late night dinner option after the theater!
SALUM is one of our new favorite places in town!
