Discover Dallas: International Eats and Serene Spaces

Established in 1978, Woody's Smokehouse is a Centerville mainstay. With Woody's tasty BBQ, beef jerky abundance, and homemade candies and treats, no one will judge you if you decide to skip out on a traditional breakfast. (Although they serve delicious kolaches and other baked goods, too!) Woody's Smokehouse is a pitstop like no other. After visiting, you'll understand why there's one on both sides of the interstate.

Located in historic downtown Corsicana is a humble Texas bakery known around the world for pioneering fruitcakes in 1896. Collin Street Bakery is the home of the World Famous Deluxe® Fruitcake.
In 2020, Collin Street Bakery shipped more than one million pounds of fruitcake around the globe. Not a fan of fruitcake? This bakery offers all kinds of goodies, from fresh kolaches and cookies to sandwiches and salads.

Conveniently located in the Thanksgiving Tower parking lot, you can park your car and explore the square and chapel. Discover the beauty and serenity of the surroundings as you stroll through the square, taking in the atmosphere.

Dallas' Thanks-Giving Square is a "soul and spiritual hub of the community." This architectural and spiritual wonder offers a space for rest, repose, and, of course, gratitude, right in the middle of downtown Dallas. Walk through the sunken garden and sit for a spell underneath the Chapel of Thanksgiving's spiraling stained glass ceiling.

Visit Eataly Dallas to marvel at this Italian wonderland. Eataly, a massive Italian marketplace with locations around the globe, opened its latest location (No. 41) in Dallas in 2020, marking the Lone Star State's first Eataly experience.
Eataly is truly a marketplace like no other. Here, you'll find breads, desserts, and much more. Grab a bite, a drink, or both. Either way, there's so much to explore.

One of the top botanical gardens in the country, the Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden is the ideal spot to stretch your legs and take in the natural beauty. With 66 acres of gardens to explore, there's something for everyone here, and at any time of year.
In the springtime, the garden is at its most colorful, and in the fall and winter, pumpkins and Christmas greetings abound. Even though it's a popular stop (and there's no wonder why!), you're still sure to find a quiet place away from the crowds.

Established in 1956, Top Ten Records is the city's longest-running record store. They sold the most tickets to Elvis Presley's show at the 1956 Cotton Bowl, and they made the news again as the site where Dallas police officer J.D. Tippit was last seen making a phone call shortly before he was shot by Lee Harvey Oswald.
The store is perfectly located on Jefferson Boulevard, a street full of historic buildings and vintage storefronts. Explore the shop, and then head out to see what else you can find.

Located in one of Dallas' trendiest neighborhoods, Eno's Pizza Tavern serves up amazing pizzas and pastas in a casual space. They're known for their cracker-thin pizza crusts and delicious topping combinations. You can't go wrong with any of the carbs on the menu, especially Eno's very own selection of draught beers.
Parking is available in a private lot directly behind Eno's Pizza Tavern. Street parking is also available along Bishop Avenue and on surrounding neighborhood streets, as posted.

Saved room for dessert? Just a five-minute walk away from Eno's is Emporium Pies, the perfect place to end your first day in Dallas. This specialty pie shop serves up classics like apple or key lime pie and some special offerings with a twist. Bourbon pecan, or a pretzel-crust pie? Yes, please.
After dessert, take a walk around Bishop Arts and see all this neighborhood has to offer.

The Pittman Hotel is where history and modernity meet. Located in Deep Ellum, this 4-star hotel offers some of the finest amenities, plus craft beer, live music, and beautiful common areas, all at a relatively lower price point compared to other Dallas hotels.