Specialties in Dallas

Owner Omar Zuniga offers stick-to-your-ribs grub (even the vegetarian options) to a customer base that skews towards the hipster, the scenester and the coffee-loving conversationalist, all of whom are attracted to the classy retro-diner feel and the hearty food. In other words, it's a lively, busy joint, particularly for those who enjoy a free wi-fi hookup with their over-easy eggs. The stuffed crepes and eggs are popular here and include variations such as Hare Krishna (egg whites) and the hearty Bluto, which comes with chorizo, onion, bacon, tomatoes, jalapeño, cilantro, poblano and cheddar. The roll-your-own breakfast burritos are also hits, available in such whimsical names as the Mr. C, which has chorizo. Coffee is self-serve. And the place is always jumping, thanks in part to theme nights like open-mic and trivia nights.

It’s not hard to figure out why the tortas at this tiny taqueria are some of the best to be found in Dallas. The owners, who opened a deli just down the street, have been turning out some amazing sandwiches for over two years now. You might think that tacos are the thing to order when you visit a taquaria, especially when the place boasts handmade tortillas and solid fillings, but the tortas here are in a league of their own, with crispy bread and fresh fillings that make for hearty eating. Bring a friend and split a quesadilla while you’re at it. With melted cheese that pulls in strings and your choice of either onions and peppers or any of the meat fillings, they just may be one of the best uses of fresh tortilla dough you’ll find here.