Lakewood

Barbecue is served in a bar-like setting, so you don’t have the pleasure of watching your meat being sliced. But the burnt ends are obscene 2-inch cubes of fatty meat with a decadent bark, and the giant beef rib is…

This fast-casual restaurant specializes in healthy wraps and salads. 

This small California chain expanded into Texas with its first Lone Star location on Gaston Avenue. All the hot dogs here are grilled over an open flame and the options are endless.

We normally avoid kid zoos that call themselves restaurants, but this place is perfect for kids and adults to romp around. (Yes, there are two playgrounds.) The beer garden is separated, at least, from the children. They love the house…

With its hot towel service and straight-razor shaves, this shop is rooted in tradition. And with good music and local craft beer, it’s not afraid to update it to keep the good times rolling. The apron-clad, mostly hirsute barbers know…

This shop has it all if you’re looking for vintage collectibles from a variety of decades and companies. From Marvel to DC Comics and so much more, you can buy, sell and trade your vintage toys for 70% of retail…

When the space next door to Elizabeth Mast’s Lakewood shop Talulah Belle became available, she considered it a sign. Mast wanted to carry more home decor and didn’t currently have the room. It took her six weeks to turn the…

Embrace your inner deb or cowgirl with affordably priced pieces that range from casual tops to flirty frocks. Located in the Lakewood area, this shop caters to women and children and even showcases some lines from Dallas designers.

This adorable shop boasts just about everything you could want, from fun stuff to educational games to blast-from-the-past toys you remember and your kids will love, too. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the gift wrapping is free, which…