edited by Nancy Nichols, reported by Sarah Eveans, Teresa Gubbins, Kristin Hart, and Todd Johnson
Some say it's been a turbulent year in the Dallas dining community,
what with high-profile restaurant closings, lagging sales, and a seesaw
economy. But we prefer to see the wine glass half full and declare 2008
one of the city's most savory years yet. We've devoured memorable meals
from Frisco to Oak Cliff and watched much of our homegrown talent nab
national accolades. So put down the 401(k) statement for a bit and dig
into …
Fearing's
On Our Top 10 Because: There are seven different dining areas, one for each of our moods.
Ladies
and gentlemen, step right up to Fearing's, home of Dean Fearing, the
quintessential Dallas chef and the greatest dining show in town. Like
Big Tex at the State Fair, Fearing's presence in the seven-area dining
room is the main attraction. You can't miss him—he's the spiky-haired
dude in chef whites struttin' his custom-made-Lucchese-clad feet
through the dining room like he owns the joint. Watch yourself,
pardner, and don't let that goofy grin fool ya. He can break your
knuckles with a handshake and knock your teeth out with a swift
backslap. That's just his way of saying howdy to a uniquely Dallas
breakfast, lunch, dinner, or Sunday brunch.The ever-changing menu is
beefy—there's buffalo, antelope, veal, and rib-eye steaks, plus a few
fabulous fish items for wimps. All entrees come with accompaniments
like the Gulf lump crab "succotash" covered with spicy Tabasco-bacon
syrup and barbecued clams. Fearing's is not your average upscale
eatery. It's truly Dallas—bold, brash, and sassy.
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