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A guide to dining & drinking in our neighborhood

Holy Smokes

WHENYOUHAVE BRISKET ON THE BRAIN, it’s easy to overlook the side dishes at most barbecue restaurants. But at Back Country Bar B Q, menu items such as the creamed spinach and the baked potato are what get people talking. That’s because they are made in-house from scratch.

“I think that’s what sets us apart from most barbecue houses,” says owner Frank Hart. “A lot of people don’t take the time to do that.” Some guests drop in just a take a few sides to-go. Back Country opened at its Greenville location in 1988 and has become a neighborhood institution. Hart and his pitmaster Earnest Griffith smoke 30 briskets a night. “It’s a slow process,” Hart says. “We don’t get in a hurry.” Back Country has such a loyal following that Hart has seen some of his customers grow from children to adults who are now bringing their kids. “It’s kind of rewarding. I’ve done something right.”

—EMILY TOMAN

Backcountry Bar B Q

6940 GREENVILLE

214.696.6940

BACKCOUNTRYBARBQ.COM

Three more good barbecue bets:

RED, HOT & BLUE

The well-rounded menu features barbecue staples along with Southern fare including fried catfish, chicken-fried steak, fried okra and collard greens. Slab ribs and Carolina pulled pork with vinegar sauce, to name a couple house faves, are moderately priced and ‘cued to finger-lickin’ perfection.

9810 CENTRAL AT WALNUT HILL

214.368.RIBS RHNB.COM

Woo Me Ok Korean Bbq

The spicy pork barbecue, daeji bulgogi, lures Korean barbecue aficianados from around town to this little hole in the wall surrounded by mostly Asian businesses — so it’s well worth the approximately one-minute trip north of Lake Highlands. Entrees on the menu come with a variety of side dishes (Banchan) served family style. You won’t leave hungry.

10560 WALNUT STREET AT PLANO 972.272.9909

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DICKEY’S BARBECUE PIT

Yes, it’s one of the biggest barbecue chains in the country, but it all started right here in Big D. Try pulled pork dripping with tangy sauce or cheesy sausage and save room for a free ice cream cone dessert.

770 FOREST LANE AT CENTRAL 214.691.1494

DICKEYS.COM

ASIAN MINT $$OD FB WB Our Highland Park location, The Mint, offers an array of Asian-fused cuisine, specializing in Bangkok style dishes. We feature farm fresh ingredients, beautifully presented, coupled with a chic atmosphere and friendly service. Happy Hour is 5pm-6:30pm Mon.-Fri. – all beers and house wines are $3; $2 off appetizers, soups & salads. 4246 Oak Lawn Ave. 214.219.6469. The Asian Mint, along with its fused and sushi menus, also offers one of the best dessert bars in Dallas. 11617 N. Central Expwy. 214.363.6655. www.themintdallas.com

BACK COUNTRY BBQ $ WB Over 30 years of Texas-style BBQ. Family dining –8 different meats, variety of homemade vegetables. Complete catering & custom cooking. Beer, wine, margaritas. 6940 Greenville Ave. 214.696.6940.

TEX MEX GRILL $WB If you are looking for great Tex-Mex dining at reasonable prices try Tex Mex Grill and Cafe at the corner of Walnut Hill Lane and Plano Rd. Everything on the menu is quickly prepared using fresh ingredients. Senior specials all day, everyday $4.99 with this ad. Private Party room, seats 40 people. Adult beverages are limited to margaritas and beer. Catering beginning at $6.50 per person. New Hours: Mon - Thurs 11 am - 9 pm, Fri - Sat 11 am - 10 pm CLOSED SUNDAY texmexlakehighalnds.com

Atomic Pie

Specializing in American and Italian flavors. Choose from our signature pizza, sliders and fries, fresh salads and much more. We are conveniently located in your neighborhood. Mon-Th 11am-9pm, Fri and Sat 11am10pm, Sun 12pm-9pm

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