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In-N-Out on I-30

Marriott Residence Inn, Denny’s and In-N-Out Burger are the first retail tenants announced for The Canyon in Oak Cliff, a 200-acre development at Westmoreland and Interstate 30. Steve Sanders of developer Stratford Land says he expects at least 10 other restaurants to sign on in the next two years. Plans call for relocating the eastbound I-30 exit ramp at Westmoreland to create a three-lane frontage road for access to The Canyon. Also, West Colorado will be extended to Westmoreland. “Once you can access the site, the retailers will come,” Sanders says. The Canyon in Oak Cliff could have as many as 7,500 residential units, 1,000 hotel rooms, 1.2 million square feet of office space and 800,000 square feet of retail. A natural creek line, set in the “canyon,” between the property’s two hills, will be made into a water feature. City Council voted in 2011 to reimburse Stratford Land as much as $129 million to build roads, sewer and other infrastructure in the development.

No ramen for you?

The Oak Cliff restaurant business is a small world. Remember the ramen guy? Justin Holt was the Lucia cook who rocked Ten Bells Tavern with tender, tender pork and noodles with the weepy egg. Only $5, but you should really order two. Anyhow, those savory midnights could be over for now, Oak Cliff, because Holt has a new job. He left Lucia for Driftwood There he’ll be leading the kitchen while chef Omar Flores is busy over at budding Trinity Groves with a tapas concept. Casa Rubia is Flores’ project with Driftwood owner Jonn Baudoin. Another seafood restaurant, this one from 303 Bar & Grill owner Celia Lopez, is expected at 247 W. Davis. Texans Can Academies leased the former service station after the nonprofit’s effort to rezone the lot for parking was defeated. The new restaurant is expected this summer. Over at Bolsa, there’s a new menu and dinner-only hours except weekend brunch, but Bolsa Mercado now has more tables and an expanded menu. Elsewhere in Bishop Arts, Advocate readers were disappointed that Sarah Lombardi abandoned the restaurant idea that ultimately gave taquería El Padrino the boot. Too expensive to retrofit and renovate the Oak Cliff Mercantile building, Lombardi says. No doubt. Don’t lose faith, though, because southern Dallas gal Casey Caldwell is launching the city’s first pop-up restaurant, Kitchen LTO The restaurant at Trinity Groves will change concepts every four months. Caldwell is the founder of Greenz Salads and the brains behind LTO, which stands for Limited Time Offer. The first one is expected around July 15. Please let it be ramen.

Oswald, trailer park, a Jefferson Boulevard facelift

The Canyon thecanyoninoakcliff.com

Driftwood 642 W. Davis 214.942.2530

DriftWooD-Dallas.com

Trinity Groves 425 BeDforD 214.744.0100 trinitygroves.com

303 Bar & Grill 303 W. Davis 214.942.3030

303BaranDgrill.com

Bolsa 614 W. Davis 214.367.9367

BolsaDallas.com

Bolsa Mercado 634 W. Davis 214.942.0451

El Padrino

408 W. Jefferson 214.943.3993 elpaDrinomexicangrill.com

Kitchen LTO 3011 gulDen kitchenlto.com

Wood Partners WooDpartners.com

Jim Lake Cos. Jimlakeco.com

Victoria’s Mexican Grill 607 n. Willomet 214.943.3000

—rachel stone

Perhaps the sexiest real estate news in Oak Cliff comes from Beckley Avenue, where a former rooming house is for sale. It’s the one, of course, where Lee Harvey Oswald stayed, 1026 N. Beckley. He rented it for $8 a week. Valued at $65,830 on the tax rolls, it comprises 2,046 feet, including the room and bed where a presidential assassin had slept. Plus, it’s at the gateway to Oak Cliff and blocks from Lake Cliff Park. Speaking of sexy, a West Dallas trailer park could be the next site of an upscale apartment complex from Wood Partners, the company that built the Alta West Davis apartments near Winnetka Heights. The Atlanta-based company is “eyeing” the 8-acre property adjacent to Chicken Scratch and the Foundry at Commerce and Pittman, according to a Dallas Morning News report. Changes are expected to come soon to Jefferson Boulevard at Madison, where Bishop Arts developer Jim Lake Cos. has plans to make over half a city block. The developer bought Jefferson Tower last year and is renovating the street-level retail to include restaurants and entertainment venues, plus second-story residential lofts. Those projects could be completed by April 2014.

1 Rizzoli published the cookbook from Smoke chef Tim Byres, “Smoke: New Firewood Cooking,” last month. 2 A new Tex-Mex place, Victoria’s Mexican Grill, opened in Winnetka Heights in March.

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Transportation

DART broke ground on the Oak Cliff streetcar last month. The streetcar will travel from Union Station and across the Houston Street Viaduct. The rails are going in this summer, and the line to Colorado and Beckley should be running by November 2014. An extension from Colorado to Seventh and Zang should be open by spring 2015.

Education

Bishop Dunne Catholic School is amid a $6 million renovation. Updates to the 51-year-oldschool include creating new administrative offices, building a brand-new auditorium and installing new heating and cooling systems, among other projects.

Accepting 2013-14 applications for select grades Come for a visit. stjohnsschool.org

Come for a visit!

Pre-k through Eighth Grade Co-educational stjohnsschool.org/openhouse

214-328-9131 x103

214-328-9131 x103

Pre-k through Eighth Grade Co-educational

st. john’s episcopal school

848 harter Rd., Dallas 75218 / 214.328.9131 / stjohnsschool.org

Founded in 1953, St. John’s is an independent, co-educational day school for Pre-K through Grade 8. With a tradition for academic excellence, St. John’s programs include a challenging curriculum in a Christian environment along with instruction in the visual and performing arts, Spanish, German, French, and opportunities for athletics and community service. St. John’s goal for its students is to develop a love for learning, service to others, and leadership grounded in love, humility, and wisdom. Accredited by ISAS, SAES, and the Texas Education Agency.

The North Texas Council of Governments is expected to grant $2 million for the creation of pedestrian and bike pathways across the planned Margaret McDermott bridge.

Yvonne A. Ewell Townview Center math teacher Joshua Newton won DISD teacher of the year. Newton serves as a department cochair, and he regularly analyzes data looking for better ways to teach and implement innovative strategies for teachers and students. He often volunteers his Saturdays to take students to competitions. Sunset High School graduate Rose Davidson, who works at Dallas Environmental Science Academy, won teacher assistant of the year. Central Market awarded Newton $5,000 and Davison $1,500.

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Classes/TuToring/ lessons

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AIRLINE CAREERS Begin Here. Become an Aviation Maintenance Tech. FAA Approved. Training. Financial Aid, if qualified. Housing available. Job placement assistance. AIM 866-453-6204

CREATE INCOME From The Internet. One On One Coaching & Group Support. www.MonthlyResidual.net

HANdYMAN MATTERS hiring 10yrs+ experienced craftsmen. Background check & drug testing required. 972-308-6035

Business opporTuniTies

I’M LOOKING FOR A PART-TIME ASSISTANT

Must be a Go Getter. Computer Wiz. Call BJ Ellis 214-226-9875

serviCes for you

GLORIA’S FLOWERS The Finest Flowers for Any Occasion 214-339-9273 gloriasflowersdallas.com 3101 Davis St.

Conserving the Trinity

About 200 Southwest Airlines employees volunteered at the Santa Fe Trestle Trail Park last month to kick off the carrier’s three-year, $150,000 commitment to improve the Trinity River corridor through the creation of the Trinity River Conservation Corps, a collaboration between Southwest and Groundwork Dallas.

From left to right: Dallas City Manager Mary Suhm, Trinity Trust president and CEO Gail Thomas, Southwest Airlines president and CEO Gary Kelly, Southwest Airlines vice president of communication and strategic outreach Linda Rutherford, Southwest Airlines senior vice president of culture and communication Ginger Hardage.

Buy/sell/Trade

CLEARING AN ESTATE Selling 6 Burial Plots at Pleasant Mound Cemetery. Please contact Jane 214-946-2122

OLd GUITARS WANTEd Gibson, Fender, Gretsch, Martin. 1920s-1980s. Top dollar paid. Toll Free 1-866-433-8277

TEXAS RANGERS FRONT-ROW BASEBALL TICKETS

Share prime, front-row Texas Rangers baseball tickets (available in sets of 10 games) during the 2013 & 2014 season. Prices start at $105 per ticket (sets of 2 or 4 tickets per game available). Seats are behind the plate and next to both the firstand third-base dugouts. Other great seats available starting at $60 per ticket. Entire season available except for opening day; participants randomly draw numbers to determine draft order so the selection process is fair for everyone.

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TOP CASH FOR CARS Any Car, Truck. Running or Not. Call for Instant Offer. 1-800-454-6951

esTaTe/garage sales

ESTATE SALES & LIQUIdATION SERVICES

Moving, Retirement, Downsizing. One Piece or a Houseful. David Turner. 214-908-7688. dave2estates@aol.com

HOLLOWAY BENEFIT CONCEPTS Benefit strategy for area businesses. www.hollowaybenefitconcepts.com 214-329-0097

AC & HeAt

AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING Repair, Service, Replacement. Honest & Affordable. JB Maintenance. 214-404-1457 LIC# TACLB 17612E

NORTHAVEN AIR & HEAT

Affordable Quality, Jim. 972-365-1570

Full AC/Heat System $3,899. TACLA46391E

BLUE RIBBON Heating & Air Conditioning 214-823-8888 LIC.#

214.526.8533

Installation & Repair

QuigleyAC.com

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CArpentry & remodeling

Flooring & CArpeting

kitCHen/BAtH/ tile/grout

CArpentry & remodeling

BLAKE CONSTRUCTION CONCEPTS, LLC

Complete Remodeling, Kitchens, Baths, Additions. Hardie Siding & Replacement Windows. Radiant Barrier, Insulation. Bonded & Insured. www.blake-construction.com 214-563-5035

BO HANDYMAN Specializing In Historic Home Renovations & Pro Remodels. Custom Carpentry, Doors, Kitchens, Baths & more. 214-437-9730

HANDY DAN “The Handyman” To Do’s Done Right! www.handy-dan.com 214-252-1628

RENOVATE DALLAS renovatedallas.net 214-403-7247

CleAning ServiCeS

CINDY’S HOUSE CLEANING 15 yrs exp. Resd/Com. Refs. Dependable. 214-490-0133

CLEANING BY LT

General House Cleaning Linda 214-566-7743

WINDOW MAN WINDOW CLEANING.COM

Residential Specialists. BBB. 214-718-3134

ConCrete/ mASonry/pAving

BRICK, STONEWORK,FLAGSTONE PATIOS Mortar Repair. Call George 214-498-2128

eleCtriCAl ServiCeS

4 U ELECTRICAL SERVICE, LLC

We will be there 4 U. 972-877-4183

ANTHONY’S ELECTRIC Master Electrician. TECL24948 anthonyselectricofdallas.com

Family Owned/Operated. Insd. 214-328-1333

LAKEWOOD ELECTRICAL Local. Insured. Lic. #227509 Call Rylan 214-434-8735

MORIN ELECTRIC New/Remodel.Com/Res. Panel Changes/Full Services. All Phases. All Service Work. 469-230-7438. TECL2293

FenCing & deCkS

#1 COWBOY FENCE & IRON CO. Est. ‘91. 214-692-1991 www.cowboyfenceandiron.com

4 QUALITY FENCING Call Mike 214-507-9322 Specializing in Wood, New or Repair.

CREATIVE METAL SOLUTIONS LLC

Automatic Gates, Fence, Stairs, Stair/Balcony Railings, Wine Cellar Gates. 214-325-4985

EST. 1991 #1

COWBOY

FENCE & IRON CO.

214.692.1991

SPECIALIZING IN Wood Fences &Auto Gates cowboyfenceandiron.com

Taking pride in our work

since 1975

WHITE ROCK FLOORS Hardwoods New/Refurbished Ceramic Tile

STAINED & SCORED CONCRETE FLOORS New/Remodel. Res/Com. Int/Ext. Refin. 15 Yrs. TheConcreteStudio.com 214-321-1575 wrfloors@sbcglobal.net

Old fashioned work ethic.

214-293-7039 glASS, WindoWS & doorS premium quality custom shower doors & enclosures 214-530-5483 showerdoordallas.com

HAndymAn ServiCeS

A R&G HANDYMAN Electrical, Plumbing, Painting, Fencing, Roofing, Light Hauling. Ron or Gary 214-861-7569, 469-878-8044

BO HANDYMAN Specializing In Historic Home Renovations & Pro Remodels. Custom Carpentry, Doors, Kitchens, Baths & more. 214-437-9730

HANDY DAN “The Handyman” To Do’s Done Right. www.handy-dan.com 214-252-1628

Your Home Repair Specialists

Drywall Doors Senior Safety Carpentry Small & Odd Jobs And More! 972-308-6035 HandymanMatters.com/dallas

Bonded & Insured. Locally owned & operated.

HouSe pAinting

BLAKE CONSTRUCTION CONCEPTS, LLC

Complete Painting Interior/Exterior, Stain Etc. Custom Finishes, Custom Texture, Custom Trim www.blake-construction.com

Fully Bonded & Insured. 214-563-5035

interior deSign

CUSTOM DRAPERY Window Treatments, Blinds,Shades,Upholstery. Designer Workroom. 15% seniors & New Homeowners. Linda 214-212-8058 dblinda86@msn.com

FURNITURE PAINTING Tired of old Kitchen or Bathroom Cabinets. Let us make them over in a hot new paint treatment. Jamie or Kay 214-773-7221

ALL SURFACE REFINISHING 214-631-8719. Tub/Tile/Refinishing. allsurfacerefinishing.com

BLAKE CONSTRUCTION CONCEPTS LLC

Complete Kitchen And Bath Remodels Tile, Granite, Marble, Travertine, Slate Bonded And Insured. 214-563-5035 www.blake-construction.com

HANDY DAN “The Handyman” Remodels Done Right. handy-dan.com 214-252-1628

lAWnS, gArdenS & treeS

ADVANCED TREE SERVICE

Quality Tree Trimming & Removal. 214-455-2095

BRUMLEY GARDENS Visit us on Facebook Landscape Maintenance, Installation & Design 214-343-4900 www.brumleygardens.com

JD’S TREE SERVICE Mantels, Headboards, Kitchen Islands, Dining tables.Made from Local Trees.www.jdtreeservice.com 214-946-7138

ORTIZ LAWNCARE Complete Yard Care. Service by Felipe. Free Est. 214-215-3599

TEN55 DESIGN Landscape Design ten55design.com, 214-208-4366

U R LAWN CARE Maintenance. Landscaping. Oak Cliff resident for over 15 years. uwereisch@yahoo.com 214-886-9202

JD’s Tree Service

Locally harvested wood!

RESPONSIBLE TREE CARE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT Firewood/Cooking Wood Full service trimming & planting of native trees. 214.946.7138

Moving

ALL-TEX MOVERS Free Estimates. 11Yr. BBB Member. www.all-texmovers.com 214-869-6566

peSt Control

A BETTER EARTH PEST CONTROL Keeping the environment, kids, pets in mind. Organic products avail. 972-564-2495 plumBing

ANDREWS PLUMBING • 214-354-8521

# M37740 Insured. Any plumbing issues. plumberiffic69@gmail.com

Sewers • Drains • Bonded 24 Hours/7 Days

*Joe Faz 214-794-7566 - Se Habla Español*

REPAIRS, Fixtures, General Plumbing, Senior Discounts. Campbell Plumbing. 214-321-5943 poolS

LEAFCHASER’S POOL SERVICE

Parts and Service. Chemicals and Repairs. Jonathan Mossman FREE ESTIMATES 214-729-3311 rooFing & gutterS

NATIONWIDE ROOFING,FENCING,GUTTERS

BBB member. 214-882-8719

S&H IMPROVEMENTS 972-231-4273

Hand-nailed Roofing In Dallas Since 1984 Lifetime Transferable Labor Warranty

Allstate Homecraft Roofing

• Roofing & Remodel • Additions • Licensed/Insured

Over 1,000 Satisfied Customers in the Lakewood, Lake Highlands, Preston Hollow, Park Cities Areas

S PECIALIST –

• Free Estimates 214-824-0767

SkyligHtS

Installing Since 1995