Dallas' Best Off-The-Wall Date Spot 2008

Experience work from some of the world’s most prominent artists, ancient and new.

Reviews:

• “Fun, no matter what the event”
• “NY to TX”

Tips: Local jazz musicians perform free concerts in the Atrium every Thursday night.

Dallas Museum of Art

Krishna devotees prepare a vegetarian Indian buffet in a courtyard adjacent to a temple.

Reviews:

• “Totally Cool Experience!”
• “An oasis for Vegetarians/Vegans”
• “A Fantastic Secret”

Tips: A cove elevated above the courtyard provides a romantic view of the peaceful surroundings.

Kalachandji’s Palace & Restaurant

Sculptures find a home next to the Dallas Museum of Art.

Tips: The NBar is open every third Thursday of the month from 6pm-11pm with specialty drinks and a tasting menu.

Nasher Sculpture Center

Nearly 100 years old, this place keeps roping people in with its vintage vibe, authentic atmosphere and outstanding live music acts.

Tips: It’s cash only here, so bring the ATM card—the machine is downstairs.

Sons of Hermann Hall

East Dallas hidden gem serves fresh-from-the-garden ingredients in a sophisticated, yet relaxed ambiance.

Reviews:

• “Nice brunch spot”
• “Great breakfast/lunch!”
• “nice little joint”
• “Hidden treasure of fresh food.”

Tips: On special occasions like Mother’s Day, call ahead about Garden Cafe’s special menu offerings.

Garden Cafe

South Dallas live music venue books indie acts in a former country saloon.

Reviews:

• “Palladium Ballroom Dallas”
• “WORST VENUE IN DALLAS”
• “Bad Area”

Palladium Ballroom

Four pianists and two baby grand pianos churn out six decades of standards for sing-along crowds.

Reviews:

• “All Out Riot!”
• “Totally F***ing Awesome”
• “Jerk Bartenders”

Tips: Pete’s accepts table reservations by phone.

Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar

This downtown Dallas comedy club delivers the funny.

Tips: Ad Libs only admits ages 19 and up.

Ad-Libs

With comfortable outdoor seating and homey wooden interior, this dive on the outskirts of downtown creates a neighborhood atmosphere.

Reviews:

• “A Place time forgot!”
• “snob”
• “Cool Place, Snide Staff”
• “dive bar oasis”
• ""dive" might be the correct word"

Tips: Sunday-Tuesday, enjoy all-day happy hour specials, like $2 wells and domestics. Sundays feature mimosas and margaritas at the same price.

Lee Harvey’s

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