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Welcome to the Weekly WTF. We love a chance to dig into readers\u2019 mysterious, very specific or otherwise burning questions and share some useful answers. It\u2019s fun for us \u2013 no, really! \u2013 so please send us your questions<\/a>. Here\u2019s the latest we dug into:<\/p>\n From Patty T.:<\/p>\n \u201cI am retired and don\u2019t drink anymore so I\u2019m not looking for bars. I live in North Dallas near the Galleria, and we eat out every day so I\u2019m always looking for good food. If you hear of any places to get a good meal, please let us know. They don\u2019t have to be fancy or the \u201cin\u201d place to be. We keep eating in the same ol\u2019 places. Would love to have more choices.\u201d<\/p>\n Feel ya\u2019, Patty! Sometimes you just want a great meal without the Dallas \u201csee and be seen\u201d on the side. Also, who says only Gen Z is sober(ish) these days? So, to answer your question, we\u2019ve rounded up some delicious, casual options surrounding Galleria Dallas to add to your restaurant rotation.<\/p>\n Sign up for the Food & Drink newsletter to get the latest stories delivered to your inbox<\/p>\n THANK YOU!<\/p>\n You’re all set.<\/p>\n CLOSE\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n Jonathon\u2019s Forestwood<\/a> Ba Lee Sandwich Shop Maple Leaf Diner Roots Southern Table Garden Tea Room at Forestwood Antique Mall<\/a> Sabaidee Lao and Thai Street Food Carmine\u2019s Pizzeria Big Tony\u2019s West Philly Cheesesteaks Bankhead Brew Pub
5337 Forest Lane
This lesser-known sibling of Jonathan\u2019s in Oak Cliff delivers a classic neighborhood diner experience. After your first visit, everyone will know your name, your dog\u2019s name, and probably your go-to order. Don\u2019t sleep on Chef Jon\u2019s award-winning Chicken Fried Steak, which is also available with eggs and potatoes at breakfast.<\/p>\n
1927 E. Belt Line Road
This little sandwich spot earned a coveted place on our top 12 Hidden Gems<\/a> list for a reason. The classic Vietnamese banh mi served here are made with an exceptional level of detail. All of the pork, beef, and pate are rendered in-house, as are the condiments and the perfect baguettes. Not to mention, they\u2019re a bargain at just $6.50 each.\u00a0<\/p>\n
12817 Preston Road
You may not be into poutines, those gravy-drenched, curd-topped fries, but this Canadian-themed diner<\/a> does many other things well, too. We lean toward the comfort food options, like cabbage rolls and Salisbury steak. Fall also brings State Fair-themed features like a corny dog-garnished burger and Dr Pepper churros.<\/p>\n
13050 Bee Street, Farmers Branch
James Beard nominee Tiffany Derry\u2019s gem is just a little extra drive from the immediate Galleria area. There you\u2019ll find a menu packed with familiar flavors executed with a Top Chef\u2019s flair. Derry is known for her Sweet Tea Brined Chicken, but you can also make a meal out of several shared starters like gumbo, riblets and fried green tomatoes.<\/p>\n
5333 Forest Lane
Here\u2019s a hidden gem for your next \u201cladies lunch\u201d with friends. There\u2019s nothing like the old-fashioned grilled pimiento cheese with a tall iced tea. Brunch is also served here on Sundays, and it\u2019s a quiet alternative to the bottomless mimosa-seeking brunch crowds elsewhere in North Dallas. Don\u2019t forget to factor in time for browsing the many antique booths before or after you eat.\u00a0<\/p>\n
5365 Spring Valley Road
This expanding Thai chain actually has a great Pad Thai. It comes with chicken and costs a respectable $12.99. It\u2019s a counter-service spot \u2014 it\u2019s colorful and pretty casual. If you need a Thai fix, this is a great option. <\/p>\n
5365 Spring Valley Road
Have you been to Carmine\u2019s<\/a>? Surely that\u2019s one of the regular spots you\u2019re referring to. This is an old-school pizza shop with a great lunch deal and a fun group of guys running it. It\u2019s right next to Sabaidee, so you can sit in the car and flip a coin. <\/p>\n
13378 Preston Road, Dallas
Big Tony\u2019s is popular for its cheesesteaks but maybe not so much for its sports theme (they go hard on all things Philly). But no worries about that, people love the friendly service and great sandwiches. They have 29 different cheesesteak options, including a nacho shrimp (weird). There are also a dozen different burgers and chicken sandwiches and wings. <\/p>\n
<\/a>13090 Bee St., Farmers Branch
We tried this last year<\/a> and really liked it. Service is really friendly, they have wagyu burgers and some crazy pizza. Yes, it\u2019s a brewery, but don\u2019t even worry about that if you don\u2019t want to drink. It\u2019s just as much a restaurant. And it\u2019s very family friendly. <\/p>\n