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Instead of looking for something to do in Dallas, just head 30 minutes west to Fort Worth. It is a much better city, especially for tourists. The Stockyards just north of downtown has the old west feel, but there are also many great museums in the art district which is just west of downtown.
As far as where to eat while in Dallas, well obviously Mexican. In order of my preference:
Gloria's- a locally owned place with restaurants all over Dallas. The one in Oak Cliff is the original, but any of them are good. One margarita will do ya. Great place for dinner during the week while you are working in Dallas.
Uncle Julio's- yes these have sprung up in various parts of the country, but the food is really good in the DFW locations.
Joe T Garcia's- probably the most famous of all restaurants in Fort Worth. It is near the Stockyards, so could make a nice lunch or dinner while you are out sightseeing. No reservations- you just show up and stand in line, which depending on time of year and day of week could be for up to 2 hours. Dinner choices are fajitas or enchiladas. That's it! But atmosphere, drinks and food are all good. Hopefully you will hit DFW in the fall and not the summer. You most likely will be eating outdoors on the patio- it comprises probably 90% of the seating and is huge, huge, huge. Some sections are covered and have a ceiling fan.
If you are in Dallas over a weekend, then seriously plan for the weekend to be in Fort Worth. I promise there is much more to do, it is much more scenic, and the people are much more friendly. I have lived at least 7 years in each city. I know them well.
ETA: okay, while in Dallas do go to the JFK museum. Just because. I would also suggest a tour of the new Cowboys stadium (aka JerryWorld or the DeathStar) because it is just insane. The stadium is located in Arlington, mid-way between Dallas and Fort Worth.
Last edited by ComradesTrue; 06-02-2010 at 12:25 PM.
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