The Design District keeps stacking up new restaurants like it has something to prove, and at this point it basically does. Carbone, Delilah, Ospi, Maroma — the neighborhood has become its own dining destination in a way that would have been hard to predict five years ago. Alára, the new modern Mediterranean from Turkish-born chef Onur Akan, opened quietly into all of that noise about three weeks ago, and it may be the most personal restaurant in the bunch.
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Royal Roastery in Richardson is a combination coffee shop, dessert spot, and nut roastery. The space is straightforward, bright, and open, with displays of roasted nuts, Middle Eastern sweets like baklava and Turkish delight, and made-to-order items including crepes, pancakes, and gelato.
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The Mayor’s House by Selda offers one of the most thoughtfully curated dining experiences in Dallas, housed in a beautifully restored historic home that once belonged to a city mayor. The space is elegant without being stuffy, marrying old Dallas charm with a modern touch. Each room in the restaurant carries its own mood—dimly lit corners, soft jazz in the background, exposed brick and refined woodwork—setting a tone that feels intentional, intimate, and calm. It’s a place where time slows down a little, and every plate feels like it was built to hold your attention.
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