Dallas Observer 2013 Len

Dallas Observer: ZaZa always serves brunch, but every third Sunday of the month things get slightly more sinister.

Dallas Observer: Don't plan on a productive afternoon after filling up on handmade biscuits and sausage gravy or smoked salmon eggs florentine at Smoke.

Dallas Observer: You'll see why the Grape earned the Observer's best brunch in 2011.

Dallas Observer: The whiskey list at this place is phenomenal, and the bartenders know how to pour a drink.

Dallas Observer: This is where you come to get the strongest whiskey and Coke you've ever ordered.

Dallas Observer: There's always a solid crowd here and most of them crowd the outdoor patio while they sip on beers and pull on cigarettes.

Dallas Observer: You better bring cash. Does it look like that register takes credit cards?

Dallas Observer: The best patio in Dallas coupled with a great beer selection and interesting decor.

Dallas Observer: The hotel bar is one of the best places to take a date for a drink. It's a dimly lit and sexy spot with live jazz on Thursdays.

Dallas Observer: It's a great neighborhood haunt that's hardly ever packed, but you can always find someone to talk to while sitting at the bar.

Dallas Observer: Although president and brewer Wim Bens has spent most of his life in Texas, his beers are often a nod to his birthplace, Belgium.

Dallas Observer: Franconia is a staple in many bars across North Texas, Wehrmann recently started bottling his beer, which can now be found at Central Market, Whole Foods and other area stores.

Dallas Observer: Local Buzz, Red's Roja, El Chingón, Block Party and Paletero can be found at more than 100 restaurants and bars in North Texas.

Dallas Observer: nine beers have taken over taps at well over 100 local restaurants and bars in North Texas