Dallas is known for its southern hospitality and good food. There is a wealth of restaurants throughout the city that offer exquisite cuisine and elegant atmospheres that are ideal for romantic dates and special occasions. However, there are a few restaurants that skip the usual dining experience in favor of a more exciting and memorable occasion. Next time you are in Dallas, check out one of the more laid back, fun restaurants that the city has to offer.
The Magic Time Machine is a fun Dallas restaurant for families with kids. Restaurant patrons are treated to service from pop cultural icons, super heroes and characters from Disney movies. The atmosphere is like no other; unusual theme rooms range from pirate adventures to European-style libraries. All of the furnishings and accessories in the restaurant are an eclectic mix of unmatched items that make for a truly charming experience. Food at the restaurant is equally impressive and includes numerous chicken, ribs and seafood dishes.
Magic Time Machine
5003 Beltline Rd
Dallas, TX 75254
(972) 980-1903
magictimemachine.com
Plucker's is the place to go for a sports-bar like atmosphere. This Dallas restaurant is located in the Greenville Avenue neighborhood, and offers a large selection of wings for hungry patrons. The restaurant has televisions throughout and offers honors to guests who finish 25 of their hottest "fire in the hole" flavored wings. Other flavors include ranch, teriyaki and spicy bbq. Hamburgers, sandwiches and salads are also available at Plucker's, and guests can find a highly interactive website before visiting the restaurant. Plucker's is also on Facebook and MySpace.
Plucker's
5500 Greenville Avenue
Dallas, TX 75206
(214) 363-9464
pluckers.com
For a Dallas restaurant with music, look no further than the House of Blues in Downtown Dallas. The restaurant is frequently host to major headliners and concerts. You can purchase tickets to them in advance through ticketmaster.com. Performers that have been featured on the schedule at House of Blues include Timbaland, The Fray and Howie Day. Traditional hamburgers, salads and sandwiches are offered at the restaurant in addition to pizzas and decadent desserts. Before leaving, be sure to check out the souvenir store where t-shirts, mugs and other memorabilia are sold.
House of Blues
2200 North Lamar Street
Dallas, TX 75202
(214) 978-4800
houseofblues.com