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Ziziki’s

He’s craving Greek, but you want Italian. Instead of arguing about it, head to Ziziki’s. On the menu, you’ll find things like pastichio (Greek lasagna filled with lamb, macaroni and béchamel). The restaurant also has a weekend brunch – think French toast or eggs with feta and Kalmata olives.

11661 Preston, 469.232.9922, zizikis.com, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Tuesday – Saturday, 11 a.m. – 9 p.m. Monday – Sunday.

Café Istanbul

This Inwood Village date spot serves traditional Turkish fare. Offerings include pureli dana (braised beef atop a bed of mashed potatoes), tavuk sarma (chicken breast filled with rice, raisins, pistachios and spices) and kulbasti (lamb fillets with vegetables). Splurge on a bottle of wine or indulge in one of the restaurant’s signature cocktails – perhaps the Whirling Dervish, a blend of vanilla vodka, Frangelico, Baileys Irish Cream, Kahlua and Turkish coffee. 5450 West Lovers Lane Ste. 222, 214.902.0919, café-istanbul.net, 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. Monday-Sunday.

Zoës Kitchen

In addition to Mediterranean favorites like hummus and chicken kabobs, Zoës Kitchen serves American classics. Order a pimento cheese sandwich with a side of braised white beans for a fast, affordable lunch. The restaurant chain has locations all over the country, but you’ll probably want to visit the one at Preston and Royal.

6025 Royal Lane Ste. 104, 469.341.0123, zoeskitchen.com, 11 a.m. -9 p.m. Monday – Sunday.