Hey Fort Worth Foodies!

First off, if you tried to find our Facebook group yesterday morning and 😢 panicked when it disappeared—don't worry, you weren't losing your mind. Our fearless admin Connie B. had us all covered. Facebook accidentally took down Fort Worth Foodies around 10:30 AM Thursday, along with dozens of other large groups across North America. Thanks to Connie's quick action reaching out to Facebook, we were back by afternoon—because honestly, where else would we debate the best unique restaurants, rave about Emporium Pies' seasonal menu, or get the inside scoop on Vinh Binh's legendary $0.88 egg rolls?

This week's newsletter is packed with your community favorites—from Barbara H.'s epic quest for Fort Worth's most unique restaurants (spoiler: y'all delivered with everything from Teddy Wong's dumplings to Flying Carpet Turkish Cafe), to Michelle R.'s search for the perfect Mexican patio spot that had everyone sharing their go-to enchilada and margarita combos.

📰 News & Interesting Reads

🍕 Pizza Paradise Opens Monday: Hideaway Pizza officially opens their Alliance location (9800 N. Freeway) on Monday, August 18th at 11 AM sharp! The soft opening buzz has been incredible—longtime fans are raving about their three-day-rise dough, slow-simmered sauce, and those famous gluten-free options that actually taste amazing.

🥞 Brunch Chain Invasion: Fort Worth is becoming the brunch capital of Texas! CultureMap just dropped the scoop on 10 restaurant chains bringing serious brunch game to our city, from Hash Kitchen's Instagram-worthy dishes to Urban Egg's Colorado-bred breakfast magic landing at Tarrant Parkway.

🍜 Restaurant Highlight

Your New Favorite Dumpling Deal in Fort Worth

At Teddy Wong’s, Happy Hour is more than a deal — it’s a vibe. Drop by Monday through Friday, 2–5 PM, for $2 off handmade dumplings, $2–$4 beers, and Teddy’s Choice wine for $6 a glass. Cozy booths, hot food, and good energy always.

📍 812 W. Rosedale St., Fort Worth, 76104

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👀 Popular on the FB Group This Week

A Directory of Breakfast Tacos in Fort Worth

Andrew P. requested some help from our community finding the best breakfast tacos. I’ve mapped out everyone’s recommendations here with the full list below the image. Each are clickable.

Top 10 Unique Eats in Fort Worth

Barbara H. kicked off a search for Fort Worth’s most unique, highly-rated spots, and the community delivered a legit foodie bucket list. Here are the top 10 most-recommended:

1. Teddy Wong’s Dumplings & Wine (handmade, unforgettable dumplings)

2. Bonnell’s (hello, exotic meats and southwestern flair)

3. Paris 7th Restaurant Français (classy French vibes on OpenTable’s best-of list)

4. Fire Pot (Korean BBQ & hot pot—choose your adventure!)

5. Don Artemio Fort Worth (innovative Mexican)

6. Lucile’s (classic southern comfort)

7. Cancun Mexican Restaurant (a favorite for multiple folks)

8. Chumley House (euro-Asian fusion praised by locals)

9. Terra Mediterranean (Mediterranean made magical)

10. Taste Project (a unique mission-driven experience)

With even more hot tips like Tia’s on the Bluff, Tam Tam Zings, Byblos Mediterranean, Flying Carpet Turkish Café, and more—FW foodies have your next weeks mapped out!
Don’t miss the foodie brainstorming and full list—see the thread and add your picks!
→ Dive into the full convo

Honorable Mention: Emporium Pies

Dominique Z. sparked a pie tasting session with her fam at Emporium Pies: Lord of the Pies (apple), The Drunken Nut (pecan), Papa Don’t Peach, and Bonnie & Pie’d (coffee & chocolate) all made the cut. Reviews: tough decisions all around. If you’re wondering where to find it, it’s next to Coco Shrimp at 411 S Main St UNIT 121—menu rotates seasonally (so you always have an excuse to come back).
Find directions or ogle their current pie lineup here and join the pie talk!

Vinh Binh Egg Roll Craze

Mika A. put Vinh Binh egg rolls on everyone’s radar—they’re just $0.88 each, crispy perfection, and now take cards on orders $10+. Laura A. shared the location (5310 Belknap, Haltom City) for easy finds. Locals say don’t visit on Super Bowl Sunday—the line wraps around the building. Pro tip: call ahead and embrace the Planet Slaps.
Ready to join the local egg roll pilgrimage or leave your own tips?
→ Share your thoughts here

Patios & Enchiladas: Best Mexican With Outdoor Vibes

Michelle R. wanted the scoop on Mexican food with a great patio (besides Joe T’s), and the crowd poured in recs:

• Habanero’s Fresh Mex Cantina (multiple mentions for food, vibe, and friendly crew!)

• Los Girasoles (patio and authentic flavors)

• La Cabrona Cocina Mexicana (water fountain and umbrellas!)

• Tia’s on the Bluff, Los Vaqueros, Cancun Mexican, La Playa Maya, Gloria’s, Quince Riverside, Paloma Suerte, Lupe Tortilla, Esperanza’s, Tinie’s Rooftop, and more!
  Some even shared handy Google Map links: Try Esperanza's or check out La Cabrona Cocina Mexicana.
  Hunting for your next patio happy hour?
  → Jump in to see all ideas

Sourced from Fort Worth Foodies FB community

📢 Upcoming Events in Fort Worth

🎉 DFW Restaurant Week

August 4-31, All Month Long
The 29th annual DFW Restaurant Week is in full swing with 37 Fort Worth restaurants offering 3-course dinners for $49-$59 and lunch/brunch for $29. Best part? 20% goes to Lena Pope! Hit up favorites like Bonnell's, Don Artemio, Rise Soufflé, Terra Mediterranean, and Del Frisco's.
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🍺 Fort Worth Oktoberfest

September 25-27, Trinity Park
Get ready for lederhosen, steins, and authentic German vibes! Over 50 polka bands across three stages, plus the Alex Meixner Band straight from Bavaria. Early bird tickets get you a FREE commemorative stein. Pro tip: check out Fort Wurst Corporate Night on September 24th for VIP bierhalle dining.
→ Grab tickets

🍽️ Main Table 2025

Sunday, September 14, Downtown Fort Worth
Fort Worth's most elegant outdoor dining experience transforms Main Street into one massive restaurant table! This year's SOLD OUT event features Del Frisco's Double Eagle, Grace, Reata, Ruth's Chris, The Capital Grille, and Waters Restaurant. Want in?
→ Join waitlist