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Lauren Drewes Daniels

Lauren Drewes Daniels is the food editor of the Dallas Observer. She started working as a freelance writer in 2013 and became editor in 2021. She covers Dallas’ evolving dining scene, the many openings and closings as well as trends and breaking news. She oversees annual lists including Top 100 Bars and Top 100 Restaurants and contributes to the Best of Dallas. If you have a tip about an amazing pastry, pie or taco, let her know.

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Hamburger Mary's

Dallas’ Drag Queen Burger Spot Has Closed

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 26, 2025

The hamburger and brunch spot with lively entertainment has shuttered.

Cole Hauser Lazy K bourbon

Cole Hauser of Yellowstone On Whiskey, Funniest Scenes and Drinking Buddies

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 26, 2025

The Yellowstone star chats about whiskey and the two people he’d like to share a bottle with.

North Texas Hotel Restaurant Ranked No. 8 in U.S.

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 26, 2025

This Italian restaurant inside the HALL Park Hotel in Frisco just got a big nod. We ate there recently and loved it as well.

hattie Bs chicken and slaw.

Hattie B’s Opens Second North Texas Location, Here’s the Timeline

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 25, 2025

Nashville hot chicken purveyor is headed to Preston Towne Crossing in Plano.

rodeo bar dallas

UPDATE: Popular Deep Ellum Bar Ordered to Remain Closed Through Sept. 5

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 23, 2025

A judge extends Rodeo Dallas’ closure for at least two more weeks over safety concerns.

sushi and chocolate cake.

Two Michelin-Recommended Restaurants Are Pairing Up for One Dinner

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 22, 2025

While a bit pricy, it’s much cheaper than driving to Austin for dinner. Can we even put a price on I-35?

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kendall williams

Best State Fair Food? The Big Tex Choice Winners Are In.

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 21, 2025

It was a big day at Fair Park. While the State Fair is weeks away, the fried food winners have been announced.

white castle clutch

White Castle to Open First Texas Location at Grandscape

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 21, 2025

The 100-year-old burger chain known for small square burgers is headed to North Texas.

Preston Center Is Getting a New Bakery

Preston Center Is Getting a New Bakery

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 21, 2025

If you haven’t had a kouign-amann yet, with five North Texas locations, you’re running out of excuses.

Ojos Locos, Once a World Cup Hub Catering to Hispanics Is Now One of Dallas’ Most Successful Sports Bars

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 20, 2025

This sports bar started as a hub for Dallas Hispanics to watch the World Cup, now it’s a growing safe space for everyone.

Every Restaurant and Bar That Has Closed in Deep Ellum Since 2020

Every Restaurant and Bar That Has Closed in Deep Ellum Since 2020

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 19, 2025

Deep Ellum has had some deep cuts over the past five years.

Nuri steakhouse diningi room

Dallas Spot Makes List of Steakhouses ‘Worth the Splurge’

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 18, 2025

An article praised the “rise of ever greater levels of consumption,” and, of course, Dallas was mentioned.

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The Dallas Observer’s Second Members’ Supper Club Was a Hit

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 13, 2025

The Ramble Room was host to our August supper club, where Observer staff and readers sipped wine and ate decadent chocolate cake.

STIRR rooftop in Deep Ellum

Another Deep Ellum Staple Announces Immediate Closure

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 12, 2025

Deep Ellum has had a busy summer, and a lot of it hasn’t been good news.

Deep Ellum’s Last Stand: How Property Owners Are Taking Back the Streets

By Lauren Drewes Daniels and OthersAugust 11, 2025

Paddy wagons are part of the plan to increase safety in Deep Ellum, while landlords are suing to shut down some businesses.

Henry's Majestic courtyard

After Move from Uptown to West Dallas, Henry’s Majestic Closes

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 11, 2025

The West Dallas spot was the second location for this once-thriving restaurant.

How to Get a 75-Cent No. 1 Classic at Whataburger Today

How to Get a 75-Cent No. 1 Classic at Whataburger Today

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 8, 2025

It’s a birthday party at Whataburger today. Use that app and order up.

No, Deep Ellum is Not Closed (Update: But Rodeo Is)

By Lauren Drewes Daniels and OthersAugust 7, 2025

Some streets are blocked off (again) and Rodeo is back open.

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Big tex choice awards

The State Fair’s Big Tex Choice Awards: 15 Finalists, 6-Word Reviews

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 6, 2025

The State Fair of Texas doesn’t start until late September, but the menu is already lining up. Here is a look at the finalists.

niwa grill with meat.

Most Notable Dallas Restaurant Closings in July

By Aaren Prody and OthersAugust 4, 2025

Greenville Avenue lost a pizza spot and a downtown brasserie is going through some ch-ch-ch-changes.

pavlova at frenchie

Frenchie Makes New Friends in Park Cities, With French Fare and Feminine Energy

By Lauren Drewes DanielsAugust 1, 2025

We’ve tried the freezer martini and almost all the desserts. Here’s a report.

espresso martini at tiny victories

The 20 Best Happy Hour Deals in Dallas Right Now

By Simon Pruitt and OthersJuly 29, 2025

Going out for dinner and drinks? In this economy? Luckily, these Dallas spots have great happy hour deals.

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