Say goodbye to endless freeway traffic and hello to a new way to zip across the northern suburbs.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The long-awaited DART Silver Line is finally here, and whether you\u2019re commuting to work, heading to campus\u00a0or just looking for a fun way to explore the Metroplex, this 26-mile commuter rail stretches from Plano\u2019s Shiloh Road to Terminal B at DFW Airport.<\/p>\n
With stops in hot spots like Addison, Carrollton and UT Dallas in Richardson, the Silver Line isn\u2019t just about convenience\u2014it\u2019s about giving your car a break, easing congestion\u00a0and making it a little easier to see everything the Metroplex has to offer.<\/p>\n
Riding the Silver Line on a regular basis, or just scouting a weekend adventure? Here\u2019s a tasty guide to some great spots to grab a bite near each stop:<\/p>\n
1. Shiloh Road Station<\/a> (Plano)<\/p>\n Station address:\u00a01001 Shiloh Road, Plano<\/p>\n Eatery:\u00a0Red Truck Caf\u00e9<\/a> \u2014 910 W Parker Rd, Plano<\/p>\n Approx distance from station:\u00a01.5 miles \/ 5-6 min by car or 30 min on foot<\/p>\n Why:\u00a0Comfort-style Southern fare in a casual setting \u2014 a nice stop after arriving at the terminus.<\/p>\n 2. 12th Street Station<\/a> (Plano)<\/p>\n Station address:\u00a01200 K Avenue, Plano<\/p>\n Eatery:\u00a0Urban Alley Plano \u2014 Urban Rio Cantina & Grill<\/a>, Urban Crust<\/a>, Urban Seafood Company<\/a> \u2014 Downtown Plano Arts District<\/p>\n Approx. distance from station:\u00a00.5 miles \/ 8-12 min walk<\/p>\n Why:\u00a0Central, walkable district with multiple cuisines \u2014 ideal for a quick stop.<\/p>\n 3. UT Dallas<\/a> \/ CityLine<\/a>\u00a0(Richardson)<\/p>\n Station:\u00a0CityLine\/Bush Station \u2014 1300 E President George Bush Hwy, Richardson<\/p>\n Eatery:\u00a0Wildwood<\/a> \u2014 CityLine Richardson<\/p>\n Approx. distance from station:\u00a00.4 miles \/ 5-10 min walk<\/p>\n Why:\u00a0Convenient for the mixed-use development area adjacent to the station (and delicious).<\/p>\n 4. Knoll Trail Station<\/a> (Dallas)<\/p>\n Station address:\u00a015292 Knoll Trail Drive, Dallas<\/p>\n Eatery:\u00a0Too Thai Street Eats<\/a> \u2014 2540 Old Denton Rd #138, Carrollton<\/p>\n Approx distance from station:\u00a02 miles \/ 8 minutes by car, 30 minute walk<\/p>\n Why:\u00a0Neighborhood favorite for Thai street-style eats; good if you\u2019re willing to take a quick ride.<\/p>\n 5. Addison Station<\/a> (Addison)<\/p>\n Station address:\u00a04925 Arapaho Road, Addison<\/p>\n Eatery:\u00a0Loro<\/a> \u2014 14999 Montfort Dr, Dallas<\/p>\n Approx. distance from station:\u00a01\u00a0mile\u00a0\/ 5 minutes by car, 15 minute walk<\/p>\n Why:\u00a0Fusion of Asian smokehouse + Texas BBQ by top chefs \u2014 a standout dining option near the station.<\/p>\n 6. Downtown Carrollton Station<\/a><\/p>\n Station address:\u00a01205 North Denton Drive, Carrollton<\/p>\n Eatery:\u00a0Cane Rosso<\/a> \u2014 Downtown Carrollton<\/p>\n Approx. distance from station:\u00a00.5 miles \/ 10\u00a0minute walk<\/p>\n Why:\u00a0A local gem in Carrollton\u2019s downtown area \u2014 great for grabbing a pizza.<\/p>\n