When the north Texas city of Dallas, the eighth largest American metropolis, unveiled its new slogan, "Live Large. Think Big," it was promoting an attitude that reflects the city's diversity and rich heritage. One way in which the city's renowned diversity is represented is through its rich culinary scene. The city's restaurants represent a wide range of different cultures, including the Latin American country of Colombia, as there are numerous Colombian restaurants in Dallas.
The La Duni Latin Cafe is a part of the La Duni family business, which also includes a baking studio and coffee shop. The cafe serves up Latin American-style cuisine fused with European flavors. It is open six days a week for lunch and dinner, and also serves a weekend brunch. Some sample dishes include slow-roasted and citrus-marinated pork loin, roasted half chicken served with black beans and plantains (Pollo al Aljibe), and flank steak stewed in salsa with garlic white rice (Pabellon Criollo). They also serve signature Colombian drinks, including Jarra de Refajo, which is made with Colombian soda, beer and limes. Menu items are also available for take-out or delivery, and there is also an on-site bakery.
La Duni Latin Cafe
4620 McKinney Avenue
Dallas, TX 75205
214-520-7300
laduni.com
The Zaguan Latin Cafe and Bakery serves up a range of Latin American food, including authentic dishes and recipes from Venezuela, Colombia and Argentina. In addition to serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, the cafe and bakery also provides cakes and pastries, and operates a catering business. The cafe is particularly known for its rich Colombian coffee. Menu items include arroz con pollo (browned chicken cooked with rice), tequeño (Latin American breadsticks with queso blanco, or white cheese), and arepa (a Colombian bread made with corn). They also have a separate "express" location offering quicker service, also located in Dallas.
Zaguan Latin Cafe & Bakery
Uptown
2604 Oak Lawn Dr.
Dallas, TX 75219
214-965-0601
zaguanbakery.com
Zaguan Latin Cafe & Bakery Express
325 North. St. Paul Street
Dallas, TX 75201-3801
El Fogon Latin Cuisine is a popular South American restaurant in Dallas that is located in a strip mall. Specializing in Ecuadorian and Peruvian cuisine, the restaurants serves up numerous Latin American staples, including fritadas, fried plantains, and marinated beef tips, and tacachos (plantains and bacon in a ball). The venue is open for lunch and dinner, and hosts a disco party on weekends.
El Fogon Latin Cuisine
3636 Frankford Road
Dallas, TX 75287
972-820-6440
