Take a look at the exciting food and drink happenings this month all around Dallas. Have something to share with us? Please email foodie @ dallasfoodnerd.com. Cheers!
{NEW RESTAURANT ALERT} Snap Kitchen to Open in Dallas – Coming Soon!
Austin-based concept is bringing its fast, fresh, and healthy dishes to Big D later this summer. Snap Kitchen will feature flavorful, handcrafted meals and cold-pressed juices that fit within a healthy lifestyle.
The first two locations will open in mid-summer and are located at: Snider Plaza, 6601 Hillcrest Avenue, Suite 6601-E (across the street from SMU) and Uptown at 2222 McKinney Avenue, Suite 110 (across from the Crescent). Two additional locations will open this fall. Look for a preview on our blog this season!
BJs Restaurants Launches Mobile App and Hosts Free Pizookie Day: Tuesday, June 17
BJ Restaurants launched its mobile app last week! Features include Dine-In Order Ahead, which allows guests to place their food and drink orders in advance, Mobile Pay which eliminates waiting for the check, and Preferred Waitlist, where guests can view current wait times and move up in line from anywhere. Those using the Dine-In Order Ahead and Mobile Pay features of the app will also automatically receive BJs Premier Rewards points to redeem for free food, savings and other special perks “ even when ordering take-out.
To celebrate the new Order Ahead app, BJs Restaurants is celebrating National Pizookie® Day on Tuesday, June 17. So head to the restaurant, place an order through the new app and receive a FREE Chocolate Chunk Pizookie®!
Cane Rosso Presents Pups on the Patio: Tuesday, June 17
Cane Rosso will hosts its inaugural Pups on the Patio event on Tuesday, June 17 from 5 to 9 p.m. Join them on their White Rock patio for pizza and pet adoptions. For $10, all guests receive a free adult beverage, a discount on Cane Rossos dog-inspired pies, and the joy of benefiting the TX German Shorthaired Pointer Rescue. Cane Rosso promises to match all ticket sales and donate 100% of the proceeds directly to TXGSP.
Located at 7328 Gaston, Ave, Suite #100, Dallas, TX 75214.
Uber Dallas’ Cupcakes for a Cause: Wednesday, June 18
This Wednesday, June 18, Uber Dallas will team up with Sprinkles Cupcakes and the devoted Dallas Education Foundation to bring you Cupcakes for a Cause. Beginning at 11 a.m. that day, Uber users in Dallas will be able to request on-demand sweetness via the Uber app and have a box of Sprinkles Cupcakes delivered at the tap of a button. For every box of cupcakes requested, Uber Dallas will donate a portion of the proceeds back to the Dallas Education Foundations Project: Amplify – a mentor-tutoring initiative of the DISD Imagine 2020 program. Promo code ˜UberSPRINKLES.
Yim Yam Thai Fushion Teams Up with Cork Wine Bar for Creative Pairings: Wednesday, June 18
Cork Wine Bar has added an Asian fusion pairing to its summer calendar and will feature cuisine from Yim Yam Thai Fusion. This event will take place on June 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. at Cork Wine Bar. Here are the delicious pairing guests can expect:
- French Sparkling or Barbera with “Nutty Chick Bowl”: Satay Chicken / Jasmine Rice / Peanut Sauce / Thai Pickles. $19
- Chablis or Pinot Noir paired with “Curry Porky Bowl”: Green Curry Pulled Pork / Jasmine Rice / Thai Slaw / Spicy Mayo. $22
- Viognier or Zinfandel paired with “Beefy Brisket Bowl”: Lemongrass brisket / Sriracha BBQ / Thai Slaw / Spicy Mayo. $21
- Spanish Rosé or GSM paired with “Porky Tacos”: Green Curry Pork / White Corn Tortillas / Thai Slaw / Spicy Mayo. $18
- Verdelho or Shiraz paired with “Beefy Brisket Tacos”: Lemongrass Brisket / White Corn Tortillas / Thai Slaw / Spicy Mayo. $20
- Chenin Blanc or Malbec paired with “Moo Moo Sliders” Lemon Grass Beef / Thai Slaw / Spicy Mayo /. $20
- Goose Island Beer Events : Wednesday, June 18 & Thursday, June 19
Goose Island is hosting two public events worth checking out. It will be a great opportunity for beer lovers to try some of their award-winning brews while talking to members of the brewing team.
Homebrew Happy Hour – Wednesday, June 18, from 5“7 p.m. at Goodfriend Beer Garden & Burger House
Tap Takeover – Thursday, June 19, from 7-11 p.m. at Craft and Growler
Norma’s Cafe Celebrates 58th Anny, Offers Discounted Meals: Tuesday, June 24
Celebrate Norma Cafe’s 58th anniversary with a delicious deal on Tuesday, June 24. The cafe will offer $1.79 chicken fried steak, meatloaf and chicken and dressing!
Cook Hall’s June Beer Dinner with O’Dell Beer: Friday, June 27
Cook Hall will showcase brews from ODell Brewery at their upcoming beer dinner on June 27 at 7 p.m. The restaurant is located inside the W-Victory hotel in downtown Dallas. Tickets are $55 per person and reservations can be made by calling 214-397-4111.
Pie Five Unleashes Chicken Bacon-Cado Pie: Ongoing through Friday, July 27
Pie Five today released its newest pizza, the Chicken Bacon-Cado Pie. This tasty pie is topped with grilled chicken, crispy bacon, olive oil, minced garlic, fresh mozzarella cheese, vine-ripened tomatoes and creamy avocado slices on a whole grain crust. It’s available only through July 27, so don’t miss out!
Sea Breeze Announces Cooking Class & June Classes: Sunday, June 29
Sea Breeze Fish Market & Grill will continue its very popular cooking class series this month with a seafood class on Sunday, June 29 from 3 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Guests in the classes will learn several seafood recipes, taste those recipes and enjoy wine pairings as well. The class is $40 per person, and reservations are required. Reservations can be made by calling Sea Breeze Fish Market & Grill at 972-473-2722.Also, check out the specials going on all month long!
Pasta of the Month: Corn & Crab Ravioli with a Roasted Red Pepper Tomato Broth. Served with a side salad for $18.99.
Seafood Special: Shrimp & Scallops in an Asian Black Bean Sauce. Served with two specialty sides of your choice for $23.99.
Additionally, the team is also featuring a Black Cherry Crème Brulee as its dessert of the month. And, cocktail lovers will enjoy the special Melon Martini, featuring fresh watermelon, cucumber and Ketel One Citron Vodka.Located at 4017 Preston Road, Suite 530, Plano, TX 75093.
Del Taco Offers New Epic Burrito: Ongoing
This “epic” burrito is called the Cali Steak & Guac, and it lives up to its name. Del Taco’s new burrito is loaded with grilled carne asada steak, guacamole, sour cream, freshly chopped pico de gallo salsa and stuffed with the company’s famous crinkle-cut fries.
Abuelos Mexican Restaurant Celebrates 25th Anniversary: Tuesday, July 1
Abuelo’s will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a public party at its East Plano location on Tuesday, July 1. Stop by any time from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. to enjoy great food, drinks, giveaways and family-fun activities. Special items include 25-cent enchiladas with a purchase of an entree and a limited-time Silver Anniversary Menu (available June 24 through August 4).
Located at 3420 N. Central Expressway
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