Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40 Page 41 Page 42 Page 43 Page 44 Page 45 Page 46 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49 Page 50 Page 51 Page 52 Page 53 Page 54 Page 55 Page 56 Page 57 Page 58 Page 59 Page 60 Page 61 Page 62 Page 63 Page 64 Page 65 Page 66 Page 67 Page 68 Page 69 Page 70 Page 71 Page 72 Page 73 Page 74 Page 75 Page 76 Page 77 Page 78 Page 79 Page 80 Page 81 Page 82 Page 83 Page 8472 GoodLifeFamilyMag.com SEPTEMBER | OCTOBER 2016 goodEATS Want to be reviewed in our dining guide? Email Tricia@goodlifefamilymag.com. CAFÉS, DINERS AND COFFEEHOUSES BREADWINNERS CAFÉ AND BAKERY Is your family having a tough time deciding what’s for dinner (or breakfast or brunch)? Bring ‘em on over to Breadwinners. SouthernLumpCrabCakeswithspicyremoulade?Noproblem. Free-Range Roasted Chicken with fresh herbs, seasonal veg- etable orzo, and peppadew vinaigrette? Yep. Big, juicy Green ChileJalapenoBaconBurger?Ofcourse!Howaboutsomething more obscure, like Smoked Gouda Fondue with basil, or Pork Belly Sliders? Breadwinners has those, too. Don’t worry, if you’ve got a hankering for big, hearty breakfast items such as Beeman Ranch Akaushi Strip Steak & Eggs or one of several Eggs Benedict varieties, you won’t be disappointed. Stop by the mouth-watering bakery on your way out for a little some- thing to enjoy later, all by yourself. Uptown, InwoodVillage, Plano, NorthPark Center breadwinnerscafe.com CAFÉ BRAZIL While this Dallas staple offers a varied menu of appetizers, soups, salad, entrees, desserts, coffees, and more, ingredients lean heavily toward Mexico—not Brazil. We’re okay with that though because tasty, comfort food options abound. Break- fast portions are generous, and most entrees include a signa- ture side of crispy Roasted Rosemary Potatoes or Fried Sweet Potatoes. Migas with housemade chorizo really hit the spot. Several locations are open 24 hours on the weekends, and the University Park location is open 24 hours always. It’s not easy to find that in Dallas! Multiple locations in DFW cafebrazil.com COFFEE HOUSE CAFÉ Thislittlejewelboxoffersdeliciousbreakfast,lunchanddinner atreasonablepricesinadelightfulsetting.It’stheperfectplace for date night or just about anything else.Their coffee is Euro- peanstyle,handcrafted,mostlyorganicandallthat.Ifyoufeel like a date night at home, they even offer a drive-through. It’s all good. But really, you had us at drive-through. 6150 Frankford Rd | Dallas,TX 75252 (469) 248-0554 | coffeehousecafe.com CROSSROADS DINER Earlier this year, Crossroads relocated to the NE corner of Preston and Campbell, making this former Walnut Hill favorite even more con- venient for north Dallasites. Yes, the famous sticky buns are ooey, gooey, and over- the-top, studded with chopped pecans, caramel, and cinna- mon—butthisisadinerafterall. Youcan’tgowrongwiththe made-from-scratch, blueberry pancakes and hearty frittatas, but you’ll also want to try lunchtime fare such as My Mom's EggSaladSandwichonwheattoastorthesublimeCrispyFried Chicken and Warm Brie sandwich. Crossroads welcomes kids andlargeparties,and,whilethisbusyplacedoesn’ttakereser- vations, simply download the Nowait app and you'll get a text when your table is ready. 17194 Preston Rd, Suite 101 | Dallas,TX 75248 crossroads-diner.com DREAM CAFÉ This favorite breakfast- lunch-dinner-brunch spot, equally popular among young, energetic families and sleepy singles sporting disheveled hair, offers some- thing for everyone: vegetar- ian entrees so hearty you’ll never miss the meat; gluten-free dishes; breakfast items for dinner (Chicken and Waffles with bacon gravy?); and plenty more.Justlookingforanosh?TrytheBlueCheeseChipsloaded with apple-smoked bacon and scallions or the Thai Crab Frit- ters with lemongrass, lime leaf, buttermilk, and chile. With friendly service and cocktail offerings, the dream is very much alive. Now with a location in Lakewood. Addison, Uptown, Lakewood thedreamcafe.com FIFTH STREET PATIO CAFÉ This is a terrific place for patio dining—and they’re open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. We adore the Bananas Foster French Toast, the Kentucky Hot Brown and the Frisco Chees- esteak (notice—we like decadent food!). Waits can be long, especiallyonweekends,butthefoodandthevibrantsceneare definitely worth it. 8621 5th St | Frisco,TX 75034 (972) 377-3483 | 5thstreetcafe.com NORMA’S CAFÉ 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, and so much more, narrowing down your choices can be a challenge. Everyone loves Norma’s biscuits, but don’t eat too many of them or you won’t have room for things like the Chicken Fried Steak (one of DFW’s best), Open- Faced Pot Roast Sandwich on Texas toast served with mashed potatoes and smothered with gravy, or the ubiquitous diner PattyMelt,positivelyoozingwithSwissCheeseandsmothered onions.Don’tforgetthepies!Youcan’tleavewithoutindulging in one of Norma’s Mile-High Cream Pies™; the coconut version is an otherworldly experience. Addison, Frisco, Oak Cliff normascafe.com ITALIAN & PIZZA CAMPISI’S When it comes to pizza, Campisi’s is a Dallas favorite, but don’t forget about the rest of the menu. Since 1946, the Campisi family has served up classic and beloved Italian favorites, from meatballs to artichoke hearts and everything in between. Pasta portions are generous and easily shared, and all entrées come with a salad, bread and your choice of pasta. In recent years, Campisi’s has expanded to include gluten-free pizza crusts, and most lunch specials, priced at just $9.99 including entrée and drink, keep business folks, students and stay-at- home moms coming through the doors every weekday. Multiple locations throughout DFW campisis.us GRIMALDI’S There was a time when you could only get Grimaldi’s famous coal-fired brick oven pizza in New York. But that was then. While the menu is somewhat basic (pizzas, calzones, salads), it’s also consistent. But what we like about the Allen location is that it overlooks the little park at Watters Creek where live music is often played during warmer months. 836 Market St | Allen,TX 75013 (214) 383-9703 | grimaldispizzeria.com KENNY’S EAST COAST PIZZA If you’re from the East Coast, there’s no doubt about it: you’re going to be verrrry picky about your pizza. North Dallas has drawn the lucky straw in pizza eating because Plano is where native Bostonian (and one of Dallas’ fave restaurateurs) Kenny Bowers is soonopeninghisownpizzaplace.Whilethe menu will also offer Italian American favorites featured on the menus of his other successful restaurants, expect a selection here focusing mainly on the pie—pizza pie, that is—cooked in a classic Bakers Pride Deck Oven. Handcrafted cocktails and Grey Goose on tap, too?We’re already lining up at the door. 4701W Park Blvd, Suite 101 | Plano,TX 75093 (972) 519-9669 KENNY’S ITALIAN KITCHEN This is the real deal when it comes to Southern American Italian comfort food (think: Parmigiana, Picatta and Marsala) in a fun and friendly atmosphere. A nice selection of pastas ranging from veg- etarian to killer “Midnight” meatballs as well as seafood, steaks and chops make Ken- ny’saperfectchoice,whether it’s family night or date night. Many dishes can be prepared “light”(if you’re so inclined), vegetarian or gluten free. 5100 Beltline Rd, Suite 764 | Dallas,Texas 75254 (972) 661-9380 | kennysitalian.com PIADA When you hear the words “street food,” you probably think about Vietnamese, Thai, or Mexican. Rarely, do you associate street food with Italian, so it’s nice to find a place founded on that very concept. It all starts with Piada’s super thin pizza dough—not quite tortilla, not quite lavash—but wonderful- ly chewy and light. From there, a plethora of topping options (delectable meatballs, fried chicken, steak, avocado, greens, etc.) turns the dough into your choice of either a folded/lay- ered sandwich known as a Tasca (pocket) or a Piada (wrap). Piada’s reasonably-priced menu makes it a favorite for a quick bite or a sit-down dinner in a fast, casual atmosphere. Frisco, Richardson, FortWorth mypiada.com NEW!