This is the Top Ten: 1. Baker's Ribs 2724 Commerce St, Dallas, TX 75226-1404 · 214-748-5433 DOWNTOWN DALLAS. Folksy, casual Baker's has built its reputation on flavorful, stick-to-your-ribs food. In fact, its dishes have been called "tall food" before, thanks to the size of its hefty sandwiches (chicken is the most popular). Of course, there's a wide selection of barbecue options too – pulled pork, beef brisket, and ribs, for example. You can order a sandwich, a plate, or take something home by the pound. Plus, a variety of bottled beers is available. 2. Bread Winners Cafe and Bakery 3301 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75204 · 214-754-4940 UPTOWN. This charming establishment has been meeting morning comestible needs for more than ten years now. Slip into the bakery to pick up a dozen caramel pecan rolls for the office, or enjoy a leisurely Sunday brunch – either way, you'll delight in fresh ingredients and delicious flavors. Scrambles rich with cheese, veggies, and meats are a favorite, but don't forget about bagels, croissants, an assortment of eggs benedict, pancakes, French toast, breakfast casseroles, and delectable brunch potatoes. Snag a seat on the pleasant patio when the sun is shining for a breakfast idyll. No reservations accepted for brunch. The Quarter, a bar, is also on the premises. 3. Kobe Steaks 5000 Belt Line Rd, Addison, TX 75001 · 972-934-8150 ADDISON. Ever wonder why Japanese beef tastes so wonderful? Cattle in Japan consume sake and beer and are massaged daily with sake in order to have tender meat! "Kobe" means top-quality choice beef, and this Japanese steakhouse is dedicated to serving premium goods. The restaurant presents prime US beef prepared with the teppan grill – pick your entree and the staff will cook it right in front of you! There's also a great bar for drinks before or after dinner. 4. Sammy's Bar-B-Q 2126 Leonard St, Dallas, TX 75201 · 214-880-9064 UPTOWN. If you've really worked up an appetite, head to Sammy's to tame your hunger with tasty ribs and hearty sides. The lunch-only place is known for serving tangy meats to local professionals, whether it's smoked turkey, sliced beef brisket, ham, smoked sausage, or more. Sandwiches and plates are both available, depending on the level of your cravings. For something different, check out zucchini casserole, and then top off your meal with a satisfying slice of apple or pecan pie. A must! 5. Spring Creek Barbeque 270 N Central Expwy, Richardson, TX 75080 · 972-669-0505 NORTHEAST DALLAS. This cafeteria-style BBQ place is popular with locals for its down-to-earth, laid-back atmosphere. Highly energetic employees take orders at a fast pace, so be ready to request meat and veggies on the spot. It's important to go with an empty stomach, because your plate will be filled with more ribs, sausage, turkey breast, or brisket than you could possibly fathom! Dig in at a picnic table, and enjoy country music playing in the background. Finish up with coconut cream pie or banana pudding. 6. Smokey John's Bar-B-Que and Home Cooking 1820 W Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75209 · 214-352-2752 LOVE FIELD. Sporting a rustic interior with a railroad theme, this eatery serves heaping portions of some of the best BBQ in town. Try chicken and dumplings done Texas-style for a real taste of local life, or sample ribs, hot links, chicken, and more. Fried catfish, chicken fried steak, burgers, and sandwiches also make appearances, as do weekday specials that range from pork short ribs to meatloaf and pot roast. 7. Pappas Brothers Steakhouse 10477 Lombardy Ln, Dallas, TX 75220 · 214-366-2000 NORTHWEST DALLAS. First-rate in anybody's book, Pappas Brothers makes a lasting impression with cozy atmosphere and professional service. And while thick, hearty cuts of dry-aged beef (from rib-eyes to New York strips) are the place's forte, side dishes like au gratin potatoes and wild mushrooms also merit careful consideration. If red meat doesn't get your mouth watering, then try live Maine lobster or another fresh seafood dish. The wine selection pulls from an inventory of over 25,000 bottles, and small, intimate rooms provide the perfect ambience for a first date or an important business meeting. Banquet space for 75 people is also available. 8. Campisi's 7632 Campbell Rd, Dallas, TX 75080 · 972-931-2267 RICHARDSON. Classic Italian cuisine is Campisi's forte. A local favorite, the restaurant offers delicious pasta and pizza combinations. It even allows patrons to bring their own beer and wine. Menu choices include crab claws, combo platters of traditional Italian fare, and excellent thin-crust pizzas. Lively ambience ensures that everyone has a good time. 9. Ozona Grill & Bar 4615 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75206 · 214-265-9105 GREENVILLE AVENUE. This appealing place is a great choice for weekend brunch or a hearty meal anytime. If the weather permits, take a seat on the multi-level patio before digging into items like eggs benedict, build-your-own tacos, biscuits 'n' gravy, chicken-fried steak with eggs, pancakes, and omelets. Plus, zesty huevos rancheros and egg casserole offer local flavor in spades, and a kids' menu is available. 10. Bob's Steak & Chop House 4300 Lemmon Ave, Dallas, TX 75219 · 214-528-9446 HIGHLAND PARK. Traditionally styled with crisp table linens, mahogany booths, and a polished bar, Bob's Steak & Chop House tenders choice cuts of USDA Prime Midwestern corn-fed beef. Starters like Maryland crab cakes and a tangy blue-cheese salad whet the appetite for a perfectly prepared rib-eye, porterhouse, or succulent rack of lamb – all served with hefty portions of potatoes and Bob's signature sugar-glazed carrots. Complementing everything are select wines and desserts.

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For breakfast, we enjoy Dot's Cafe, an immaculate coffee shop which closes at 3 pm. It is at 10870 Plano Road, which is about midway between LBJ Freeway and Forest Lane. It has tons of parking, including the lot in back. Although it is not on the menu, the Denver omelet at Dot's is among the very best that I have had anywhere. The coffee is great and they have endless refills. Avoid going there for lunch between Noon and 1 pm as the regulars are packed in like sardines. For lunch there either be early or go late. The salads are good, especially the Greek salad. We recently had their half pound medium rare hamburger with mushrooms which was outstanding. The conversation among the various guests and the staff is the non-alcoholic functional equivalent of Cheers. Everyone there knows the name of anyone who has been in two or three times and there is an extremely effective problem solving interaction among those present. There is probably not a more immaculate nor friendly public place in Dallas.