Grapevine Lake is a fun place to boat on and be sure to stop at Big Daddy's for a drink or some great food. Griffin P.

WEINBERGERS DELI -   601 Main Street, Grapevine 817-670-5729 - weinbergersdeli.com - This authentic and beloved delicatessen located on Main Street in Grapevine is the real deal.  It is family-owned with reasonable prices and great service. The delicious menu highlights the usual Deli sandwiches like Reubens, but their expanded menu highlights the California Pastrami, a delicious Italian sub, a variety of Cheesesteaks, and even a Chicago-style hot dog and Gyros. A crowd favorite for sure!

BABE’S CHICKEN DINNER HOUSE - 104 N Oak St, Roanoke 817-491-2900 -babeschicken.com - Babe’s Chicken is a perfect spot for Southern-style family meals. The menu offers fried chicken, chicken fried steak, and biscuits with ample portions. Sides like mashed potatoes, green beans, and creamed corn are satisfying. 

THE BRUNCH DISTRICT – 3855 Glade Rd., Colleyville  682-504702  -thebrunchdistrict.com - A great place for breakfast, brunch or lunch and a fun meeting place for friends and family. Comfortable patio seating for all weather or spacious indoor dining, this restaurant offers great comfort food, delicious coffee, and a surprisingly interesting and innovative cocktail menu. 

CORKAND PIG TAVERN – 1431 E. Southlake Blvd. #551, Southlake  817-865-6464 -   corkandpig.com - Easygoing gastropub offering wood-fired pizza, American fare & many wines in contemporary digs. Along with great service, they offer a full menu of delicious American food, including favorites like include beignets, crab dip, pizza, sandwiches, wood-fired chicken with bourbon sauce, salmon, and much more.   Stay for the banana cream pie!

 A casual, family-run joint dishing up smoked meats, breakfast tacos, salads and more.  Fast and friendly service with great prices and tasty food, including BBQ nachos and Texas barbecue staples - ribs, brisket, chicken, turkey and sausage.

MEAT YOU ANYWHER 2 LOCATIONS! - 919 W. Northwest Hwy., Grapevine  817-251-1227 info@meatuanywhere.com - Excellent Texas barbecue featuring slow-smoked meats paired with exclusive amazing sides like jalapeno mac n cheese, and notcha mommas slaw. They also offer really good breakfast tacos. If you can’t decide, ask for a free sample.  

Whether you are ordering meat by the pound at their signature butcher shop  (including prime brisket, bacon burnt ends, turkey, ribs, ham, sausage, chicken or pulled pork) or dining in - or on the patio -  with their casual and friendly atmosphere, you will enjoy this signature Texas taste.  Try the tenderloin for a different take, and the onion rings are amazing.  

FEED STORE BBQ 7 MORE  -  530 S. White Chapel Blvd., Southlake  817-488-1415 feedstorebbq.com -  A Southlake original, this restaurant offers great service. They have all the great Texas barbecue offerings, but the lunch chopped beef special is highly praised, and the potato salad is not to be missed.  Most of the menu, including the certified Hereford beef, is sourced right here in Texas from local farmers. 

Classy bi-level eatery serves chops and seafood with piano accompaniment in a converted bank building, previously the site of Yates Dry Goods Store, as well as the beautiful 1910 Farmers National Bank building. This locally owned restaurant is a great place to celebrate something special. You are guaranteed a steak that will melt in your mouth and the best garlic mashed potatoes ever! Don't forget to try the crab claws and the lobster bisque is SUPER!

STONEHOUSE - 5201 Colleyville Blvd., Colleyville 817-576-2626 - stonehouse-restaurant.com - Stonehouse brings the freshest, highest quality food to your table. They source locally whenever possible, and they import some hard to find items. All of their recipes are authentic creations shared from the heart. They have a great cocktail menu and wine list, a cozy indoor seating area and a relaxing patio under the trees. Fun for date night and special occasions.

682-799-4025 - grapevine@chamagaucha.com -  Upscale spot featuring all-you-can-eat tableside-carved Brazilian meat and a global wine list. They also offer a bountiful salad bar with over 30 different items. Immerse yourself in the vibrant world of Brazilian cuisine. The menu is a testament to culinary excellence.

Mac's is family-owned-and-operated restaurant serving Tarrant County since 1987. The delicious menu ranges from the familiar to the unexpected with fresh seafood, Chairman Reserve steaks, prime rib and seasonally created specials.  Don’t overlook the Signature Mac’s Salad. They partner with local purveyors and individuals featuring specials that are seasonal and delicious. Indoor and outdoor seating, with a children’s menu.

NOODLE WORKS - 250 Randol Mill Ave #140, Southlake 817-768-7000 -noodleworkstx.com - Laid-back outpost offering traditional Chinese dishes, including dumplings and noodles. Good ambience, family friendly. Service is attentive. Good noodles with pleasant flavors – try the braised beef noodle soup (the beef is fork tender) with a good serving size. 

Texas fresh Mediterranean cuisine featuring kabobs, gourmet salads, house-made falafel, pita wraps, desserts, craft beer and wine in a relaxed, counter-serve setting. Service is at the counter and you can make substitutions on the sides. The food is very fresh and delicious.

hereasiancuisine.com -  Extensive sushi menu and classic Asian dishes in a casual setting with bar seating.  Happy hour food and vegan dishes. 

piafkitchen.com - Relaxed option specializing in standard French and Mediterranean dishes and desserts, plus wine and great cocktails. Happy hour menu too. Note that reservations are required. Special surprise: Upstairs The Porch is a posh, decadent, sexy, and surprising rooftop bar and patio experience! 

CHEZ FABIAN BISTRO - 316 S. Main St., Grapevine 817-424-4333 - chezfabianbistro.com - French food in Grapevine, this fantastic little bistro is cozy and comfortable with great food inspired by the many different regions of France. Simplicity and elegance mesh together for a great culinary experience. Also features live music, an extensive wine list and a full bar. Be sure to try the bread pudding French toast!