Norma’s Cafe’s Chicken Fried Steak is double-dipped, fried, and smothered in gravy for $11.99. | Photo provided by Norma’s Cafe
Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? We’re here for you, Dallas.
Check out this list of 30 places where a lunch for one costs around $10.
Record Grill
A hamburger will cost you $2.15 and a steak sandwich runs for $2.85 — oryou could splurge on a bacon cheeseburger for $4.25.
Jimmy’s Food Store
This Italian joint has been run by the DiCarlo family since 1966. And if you thought that was nice, wait until you see the subs.
Norma’s Cafe
This cozy, nearly 70-year-old cafe serves up BLTs with Texas toast, old-fashioned burgers, and signature salads. Psst — don’t miss the Blue Plate dishes like chicken fried steak and meat loaf.
Cheesesteak House
The famous cheesesteak sandwiches are a proprietary recipe, soyou’ll have to stop by to test the hype.
Juneteenth 2025 Free Admission Day | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum | Free with admission | Take part in a gallery talk, guided tour, film screening, and craft to commemorate Juneteenth.
Cool Thursdays Concert Series | 6 p.m. | Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Garden | $40+ | Enjoy a quick stroll through the gardens before settling down with a bottle of wine + some pre-ordered snacks for a concert.
Friday, June 20
Gather + Grow: A Summer Solstice Celebration | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Calloway’s Nursery | Free | Stop by the nursery’s new home on Greenville Avenue for snacks, drinks, giveaways, and shopping.
Saturday, June 21
World Yoga Day Celebration | 8 a.m.-12 p.m. | Lindora | Free with RSVP | Bring your mat for a yoga class by TruFusion, then stay for complimentary B12 shots, music, food, and beverages.
Sunday, June 22
Concacaf Gold Cup | 6 p.m. | AT&T Stadium, Arlington | $57+ | Watch the US face off against Haiti in one of the western hemisphere’s biggest soccer tournaments, and stay to see how the match between the Dominican Republic and Surinam plays out.
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Juneteenth. It is a federal holiday, so expect city offices and municipal buildings to be closed. Several local celebrations will take place today and this weekend, including live performances at the African American Museum, a golf tournament, and a networking event.
Coming Soon
Foodies, text your friends. Sant Ambroeus — an acclaimed Italian hospitality group with locations in Milan, Paris, and Aspen — plans to open its first Texas restaurant on Knox Street. Construction on the all-day eatery and its park-facing patio should wrap in 2026. (WFAA)
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Why was the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge shut down on Tuesday? Shaboozey was filming a music video. The country music singer reportedly stopped traffic to film “Highway” with local rapper BigXthaPlug... during rush hour. (WFAA)
Festival
The State Fair of Texas revealed this year’s live music lineup yesterday, featuring performances by hitmakers like TLC, The Band Perry, and Cold War Kids. Check out the full schedule and mark your calendar for opening day on Friday, Sept. 26. (WFAA)
Community
For the first time in event history, Opal Lee (aka the “Grandmother of Juneteenth”) will not lead the annual Walk for Freedom event in Fort Worth due to health concerns. Get the full scoop from WFAA’s Scoop Jefferson.
Stat
Have you clocked in yet? According to recent data, 40% of people online at 6 a.m. are checking their work email. If that’s you, this is our gentle suggestion to put your phone down and don’t come back until you’ve gotten some coffee. (Microsoft)
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