Today Dishing: Bishop Arts District- Dallas

After two days exploring the attractions of downtown Dallas, I spent the next five days in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas. This once elite residential area fell to economic distress in the 1960's. In an attempt to breathe new life into the area the Bishop Arts District arose in the 1980's.

The primarily two block section offers a myriad of quaint shops and eating establishments ranging from Texas BBQ to fine dining.

During my brief stay, I availed myself of as many of these eateries as time allowed. What follows is a compilation of the spots visited along with a quick assessment.

TILLMANS ROADHOUSE
This cowboy chic restaurant was referenced in the Day One of Dallas blog. Enjoyable dining experience with really good food.

Photo courtesy of Bishop Arts web page.

 ODDFELLOWS
After three unsuccessful attempts to dine here, we finally met with success and dined on breakfast  for dinner with waffles and fried chicken and short rib hash. Are you kidding me? Well worth the wait.

Photo courtesy of Bishop Arts web page.

 BOULEVARDIER
This French neighborhood  bistro offers some of the best oysters I've ever eaten.                                                                                             


GLORIA'S
This renovated 1920's firehouse serves Tex-Mex and Salvadoran cuisine. The margarita alone is worth the trip but the food is authentic and exceptional.

Photo courtesy of Bishop Arts web page.

HUNKY'S

Directly from the set of "Happy Days" the only thing missing is the Fonze. This retro diner setting offers juicy old fashioned burgers dripping with nostalgia.

Photo courtesy of Bishop Arts web page.

LOCKHART'S SMOKEHOUSE BBQ
Make no mistake about it, this is Texas BBQ with no frills. It's all about the meat here. Stand in line, place your order by the pound and watch as the beef is cut off the brisket then wrapped in paper along with two slices of plain white bread. Meat so tender, no knife required. This is the kind of meal you get a  hankering for once you return home.                                                                               

                                

                                                                        

                                                                                           Photo courtesy of Bishop Arts web page.

                                                                                 
WHITEHALL EXCHANGE
Sunday morning brunch found us sipping bold bloody Mary's here. Mimosa's by the pitcher is the other Sunday morning specialty. Delightful! 

When visiting Dallas,  a visit to the Bishop Arts District must be included on your "to do" list.