Dishes That Defined Dallas Dining in 2014

1. Hypnotic Donuts

8.7
9007 Garland Rd (at Emerald Isle Dr & Gaston Pky), Dallas, TX
Donut Shop · 88 tips and reviews

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: Hypnotic Donuts: They really are the best in town, and the Peace 'Stachio doughnut will show you why.

Off-Site Kitchen is one of Dishes That Defined Dallas Dining in 2014.

2. Off-Site Kitchen

331 Singleton Blvd (at Wycliff Ave.), Dallas, TX
Burger Joint · West Dallas · 79 tips and reviews

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: Off-Site Kitchen offers old-school burgers updated with top-shelf ingredients and superior execution, and it's consistently one of the best places to get a burger in Dallas.

Palapas Seafood Bar is one of Dishes That Defined Dallas Dining in 2014.

3. Palapas Seafood Bar

7.7
1418 Greenville Ave (Munger Blvd), Dallas, TX
Seafood Restaurant · Lower Greenville · 14 tips and reviews

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: The camarón en agua chile at Palapas is a party in a bowl -- no dish in Dallas is quite as festive.

Luscher's Post Oak Red Hots is one of Dishes That Defined Dallas Dining in 2014.

4. Luscher's Post Oak Red Hots

2653 Commerce St (Pryor), Dallas, TX
Hot Dog Joint · 11 tips and reviews

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: You don't even have to take a bite, you'll know you're in for an epic hot dog experience the second you lay eyes on that slender, wrinkled link.

Emporium Pies is one of Dishes That Defined Dallas Dining in 2014.

5. Emporium Pies

8.9
314 N Bishop Ave (btwn W. 8th St. & Melba St.), Dallas, TX
Pie Shop · 99 tips and reviews

Dallas ObserverDallas Observer: Emporium Pies are made with seasonal ingredients, and like the seasons, the pies here always shift. No matter what's in the case, you can be assured of classic flavors with a modern twist.