David Campisi is moving his family’s restaurant into a space that already has a chef’s fingerprints all over it, and he’s doing it as a favor to a friend as much as a business decision.
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Campisi’s Moves into Perch’s Former Space as it Expands Delivery Across Dallas
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Campisi’s Still Packs Them in After all These Years
Campisi’s Egyptian Restaurant in Dallas is a celebrated landmark that marries rich history with a beloved culinary tradition. Established in 1946 by the Campisi family, this establishment has grown into a Dallas institution, renowned for its unique blend of Italian-American fare and its distinctive, nostalgic ambiance.
The menu at Campisi’s Egyptian features a variety of dishes that reflect both its Italian roots and its long-standing history. One standout appetizer is the toasted ravioli. This dish offers a crispy exterior with a tender, flavorful filling, reflecting a preparation method believed to have originated in St. Louis. The story goes that toasted ravioli emerged from the Italian-American communities in St. Louis during the 1940s, where it was created by frying ravioli, providing a crunchy texture and a rich, savory taste that has become a staple in many Italian-American restaurants. Campisi’s version is especially popular, often served with a side of marinara sauce for dipping.
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Dallas Restaurants That Have A Beautiful Patina And A Spark Of History
by Steven Doyle
Generations have celebrated certain restaurants in Dallas, enjoying the cuisine that made Dallas strong and certainly has given it character. Today we pay homage to a select handful of these Dallas classics and hope you will continue to enjoy them as time honors them with continued success.
I recall some old favorites including Zeider Zee, The Beefeater, Prince of Burgers and Southern Kitchen. Perhaps you have some memories of restaurants that come to mind.
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A Dozen Wonderful Pizzas in Dallas That Are Not Neapolitan
by Steven Doyle
We have been in search of the best pizza in Dallas but with a single hitch– not Neapolitan style. We have witnessed an onslaught of pizza being brought to the forefront and most of the new spots in Dallas are of the Neapolitan variety. There will be even more of this style of pizza coming, and that is fantastic. We love this, but what are some of the best non-Neapolitan pizzas in the Dallas area? Glad you asked.
Here is a list of a few of our favorites in no particular order. Peruse our list and offer your favorites. And for the best Neapolitan-style pizza? Stay tuned, we are dining out way through that scene as we write. Continue reading
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