We are so “I”talian in Dallas!
Who: 70, 40, 12 — Girls Trio!
What we learned: Stick to one spot with lots of options! Travel light! Be ready to be really warm or really cold! Texas is full of extremes!
Restaurants:
Eatily, Carbones, The Rustic
Enertainment
Northpark Mall, Room Service — Picnic!, Dallas Star
Hotel:
Dallas Highlander
A welcome addition to Northpark Mall. A two story sister restaurant to the original in New York Sity. Great for walking around, grabbing some gourmet snacks, to sustain the shopping, and to enjoy a variety of italian food. Eat in here! There are tons of options to keep everyone happy. The sit down restaurant is really yummy. The arugala salad is a special treat! Perfect for a gals lunch with bites to share. Accessability: 5/5 Hearing 3/5.
A neghiborhood dinner classic. Grab a seat against the wall. Fried Ravioli and Garlic bread are delicious! Service is always perfect and all the pastas are devine. The classic spaghetti and meatballs is delicious! Its a cozy quiet spot that will make your tummy happy. Accessability 4/5, Hearing 4/5. If you need to walk off the pasta there is a great walking trail right by called Lakeside Park.
Not Italian — But very fun! A good family spot to listen to live music, eat an afternoon snack, and listen to a band. The Rustic is a regional chain done right. Décor is spot on Texas country with large tables, great beers and good drinks. There is valet parking so Accessibility is 5/5, Hearing is 3/5. (Get a seat against the wall and its easier to hear.)
To Do:
Probably the best shopping around. Its got three wonderful things, some of the most interesting art in the world, delicious restaurants AND excellent shopping. From Zara to Gucci and everything in between! Accessibility 5/5, Hearing 5/5
Adventure for Fans and Non- Fans. The Headquarters for the Dallas Cowboys, if you want to see what its like to be a fan this is the place to go! A great shop with all the merchandise you need, as well as easy access to the practice stadium.
This little walking trail follows a lake on one side and multiple streets of beautiful houses. Lots to look at and stroll!
