Brunch at Encina in Oak Cliff and just a stone’s throw from Bishop Arts is a cozy, comforting escape that offers a menu inspired by the flavors of Texas Hill Country and chef Matt Balke’s roots in Uvalde. As soon as you step inside this neighborhood gem, the vibe immediately feels like a warm embrace, and the food delivers in a way that’s as satisfying as it is unexpected.
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Encina from the mind of chef Matt Balke is making waves with its exceptional brunch offerings that promise to transform your weekend mornings into a culinary adventure. The menu is a vibrant celebration of flavors, featuring a selection of dishes that cater to a range of tastes and preferences. Enina is located in the former digs of Bolsa in Oak Cliff.
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Dallas continues to captivate food enthusiasts with its eclectic dining scene, showcasing a blend of traditional flavors and innovative culinary concepts. This week, delve into the city’s diverse gastronomy by exploring five distinctive restaurants that promise to satisfy every palate. From contemporary American cuisine to vibrant Vietnamese flavors and hearty Texan fare, these dining spots offer unique experiences that highlight Dallas’ culinary diversity.
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Encina – a warm and inviting neighborhood restaurant offering New American cuisine will open to the public on Friday, October 9 for happy hour and dinner Monday through Saturday (with Saturday/Sunday brunch service in coming weeks).
Located at 614 W. Davis Street in the beloved neighborhood of Oak Cliff in Dallas, Encina was created by chef/co-owner, Matt Balke (formerly Executive Chef of Bolsa) along with co-owner Corey McCombs (formerly front of house at Stephan Pyles, FT33, Flora Street and SMOKE) to offer an uncomplicated yet adventurous menu with influences from Texas, California and the South. With a very deliberate and thoughtful focus on seasonality and fresh ingredients, the name Encina is Spanish for Holm Oak – which is not only a type of tree but also the original name of Balke’s hometown of Uvalde, Texas. This is where his appreciation of quality, authentic ingredients and locally sourced produce and protein were born.
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Encina — a warm and inviting neighborhood restaurant planning to offer New American cuisine, cocktails, wine and beer with influences from Texas, California and the South, will open later this summer/early fall for dinner and weekend brunch at 614 W. Davis Street (former Bolsa space) in the beloved neighborhood of Oak Cliff in Dallas, Texas.
Chef/Owner Matt Balke (formerly Executive Chef of Bolsa) partnered with front of house restaurant veteran and life partner, Corey McCombs (formerly FOH at Stephan Pyles, FT33, Flora Street) to create an uncomplicated yet adventurous menu with a focus on seasonality and fresh ingredients in a comfortable interior and large patio design described as “homey southern charm”. Continue reading
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