Say goodbye to endless freeway traffic and hello to a new way to zip across the northern suburbs.
The long-awaited DART Silver Line is finally here, and whether you’re commuting to work, heading to campus or just looking for a fun way to explore the Metroplex, this 26-mile commuter rail stretches from Plano’s Shiloh Road to Terminal B at DFW Airport.
With stops in hot spots like Addison, Carrollton and UT Dallas in Richardson, the Silver Line isn’t just about convenience—it’s about giving your car a break, easing congestion and making it a little easier to see everything the Metroplex has to offer.
Riding the Silver Line on a regular basis, or just scouting a weekend adventure? Here’s a tasty guide to some great spots to grab a bite near each stop:
1. Shiloh Road Station (Plano)
Station address: 1001 Shiloh Road, Plano
Eatery: Red Truck Café — 910 W Parker Rd, Plano
Approx distance from station: 1.5 miles / 5-6 min by car or 30 min on foot
Why: Comfort-style Southern fare in a casual setting — a nice stop after arriving at the terminus.
2. 12th Street Station (Plano)
Station address: 1200 K Avenue, Plano
Eatery: Urban Alley Plano — Urban Rio Cantina & Grill, Urban Crust, Urban Seafood Company — Downtown Plano Arts District
Approx. distance from station: 0.5 miles / 8-12 min walk
Why: Central, walkable district with multiple cuisines — ideal for a quick stop.
3. UT Dallas / CityLine (Richardson)
Station: CityLine/Bush Station — 1300 E President George Bush Hwy, Richardson
Eatery: Wildwood — CityLine Richardson
Approx. distance from station: 0.4 miles / 5-10 min walk
Why: Convenient for the mixed-use development area adjacent to the station (and delicious).
4. Knoll Trail Station (Dallas)
Station address: 15292 Knoll Trail Drive, Dallas
Eatery: Too Thai Street Eats — 2540 Old Denton Rd #138, Carrollton
Approx distance from station: 2 miles / 8 minutes by car, 30 minute walk
Why: Neighborhood favorite for Thai street-style eats; good if you’re willing to take a quick ride.
5. Addison Station (Addison)
Station address: 4925 Arapaho Road, Addison
Eatery: Loro — 14999 Montfort Dr, Dallas
Approx. distance from station: 1 mile / 5 minutes by car, 15 minute walk
Why: Fusion of Asian smokehouse + Texas BBQ by top chefs — a standout dining option near the station.
6. Downtown Carrollton Station
Station address: 1205 North Denton Drive, Carrollton
Eatery: Cane Rosso — Downtown Carrollton
Approx. distance from station: 0.5 miles / 10 minute walk
Why: A local gem in Carrollton’s downtown area — great for grabbing a pizza.
7. Terminal B Station (Grapevine / DFW Airport)
Station address: 1867 E. Dallas Road, Grapevine (DFW Airport North) & Terminal B at DFW International Airport
Eatery: Smashburger — inside Terminal B Concourse (airport dining)
Approx. distance: 0.2 miles (within airport terminal)
Why: Perfect for an easy, delicious burger if you’re traveling to/from the airport — minimal transit from the station.