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These are the 9 best food and drink events in Dallas this week

The Crab Station is now open in Deep Ellum, and a grand opening party will take place Saturday, August 24.

Photo courtesy of The Crab Station

Seems like there is a lot to celebrate. From an annual celebration of a restaurant making it another year on the daunting Dallas dining scene to some new spots opening their doors for the very first time, it's all happening this week. And if you want an ice cold beer or a perfect pour of some fine wine, they're available, too. Cheers!

Tuesday, August 20

Duckhorn Vineyards Wine Dinner at Roy's Restaurant
Join Plano's posh seafood restaurant as they welcome this storied winery for a night of food and flavor. Courses include jumbo prawns, Georges Bank sea scallops, herb grilled Hawaiian Shutome, USDA Prime strip loin, and macadamia nut toffee crunch cake — all paired with premium pours. Tickets are $95, and dinner starts at 6:30 pm. To make a reservation, call 972-473-6263.

Beer Dinner at Local Yocal BBQ & Grill
Legal Draft Beer Company is making the drive from Arlington to McKinney to collaborate with chef Adam West on a five-course beer dinner. Courses include pan seared sea scallops, chicken and waffles, smoked wagyu coulotte, duck duo, and chocolate five ways. Tickets are $70, and dinner starts at 6:30 pm. To make a reservation, call 469-225-0800.

Red Beans Roadshow at Cafe Momentum
This one-night pop-up welcomes Pableaux Johnson and his Monday-night New Orleans tradition to Downtown Dallas. Guests will enjoy a Louisiana meal of deviled eggs two ways, crab cakes, and red beans and rice with cornbread. Dessert is, of course, Louisiana bread pudding. Beverages include cider from Austin East Ciders, as well as wine and beer. Vegan and vegetarian options are also available upon request. Tickets are $55, and the fun starts at 6:30 pm.

Wednesday, August 21

Cakebread Cellars Wine & Food Dinner at Sevy's Grill
Leave it to this Preston Center-area restaurant to bring in this iconic Napa winery. In fact, Lisa Gurvey will be on hand representing Cakebread and will chat about the events that have led to the winery's success. Courses include halibut cheek; confit pork shoulder; A Bar n Ranch tri-tip; and a polenta, black cherry, and Texas honey cake. Tickets are $115, and dinner starts at 6:30 pm. To make reservations, call 214-265-7389.

Thursday, August 22

After Hours Cocktails Tour at The Samurai Collection
The Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum: The Samurai Collection allows Dallasites to explore the largest private collection of samurai art and armor outside of Japan. This monthly, after-hours cocktail tour happens the last Thursday of every month and includes bites by Saint Ann Restaurant & Bar and refreshing beverages. There is also a chance to win prizes. Tickets are $15, and the event starts at 6:30 pm. Call 214-965-1032 for more information.

Friday, August 23

City Hall Bistro Second Anniversary at The Adolphus
The all-day southern European-inspired eatery by Chef Jeramie Robison celebrates its two-year anniversary with this “A Taste of City Hall Bistro” dinner. Guests can sample staple dishes and flavors through interactive dinner stations while chatting with chefs of the restaurant. There will also be a live, local guitarist. The dinner starts at 6 pm, and tickets are $45 for a two-hour dinner reservation and a glass of Cava. To make a reservation, call 214-651-3686.

The Ivy Tavern 5th Year Anniversary Celebration
This popular bar is celebrating five years with lots of music and entertainment throughout the weekend. Friday will be a return to the 1980s with DJ Jen Miller, and prizes will be awarded for the best era outfits. Whiskey Pants is performing on Saturday, and the fun concludes Sunday with the chilled-out Reggae tunes of Watusi. Admission is free, and the fun kicks off at 9 pm on Friday and Saturday and 2 pm on Sunday.

Saturday, August 24

Grand Opening at The Crab Station Deep Ellum
It's grand opening day for this new crab shack in Deep Ellum, and to celebrate, the first 100 tables will get a chance to spin a prize wheel. They will also get a free appetizer, free dessert, and raffle tickets for a 55-inch 4K television. Guests who dine in will also get a 10 percent discount off of their total bill during the grand opening month of August 24 to September 24. The doors open at 11 am, and admission is free.

Austin Eastciders Block Party at Bishop Arts District
Head down to the Bishop Arts District for this booze-infused block party that allows for endless exploring, tasting, and shopping. Guests can enjoy cider and food pairings at participating restaurants, including Eno’s Pizza Tavern, Neighborhood Cellar, Tacos y Vino, and The Local Oak. Retail shops will also be passing out complimentary cider samples and offering in-store promotions. Tickets are $5-$10, and the block party begins at 2 pm.

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New Lower Greenville spot Walkers' blends wine bar, restaurant and market

Photo courtesy of Walkers'

Walkers' Wagyu Ribeye au Jus.

A new all-day concept is debuting on Lower Greenville: Called Walkers', it's a new American restaurant-sandwich shop, market, and wine bar from siblings Rosemary Walker-Green and Russell Walker.

Located at 3016 Greenville Ave., next to Window Seat Coffee and Favor the Kind, Walkers' will open June 19; reservations are available now.

According to a release, Walkers' (yes, the name really is plural-possessive), is designed to shift with the rhythm of the day: a neighborhood market and sandwich counter during daytime hours, then a full-service restaurant and wine bar in the evening. Walkers’ will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 11 am to 11 pm.

During the day, the space operates as a market with made-to-order sandwiches and salads available until 3 pm, along with grab-and-go offerings through closing. The wine bar opens at 4 pm, followed by dinner service from 5-11 pm.

Walkers' sandwich stack.Photo courtesy of Walkers'

Made-to-order sandwiches and salads include:

Italian – Lady Edison salumi, mortadella, provolone, hot giardiniera mayo, lettuce, tomato, vinegar, olive oil
Turkey – Green Goddess, cheddar, avocado, pickled onion, lettuce
Cherry Tomato – Barley, sherry vinaigrette, cucumber, celery, parsley, lemon
Steak Salad – Cabbage, carrots, onion, mojo verde, cilantro, cherry tomato

Their evening wine bar menu features:

Spanish Anchovy Toast with butter and pickles
Sturgeon with potato chips & caviar
Beef Tongue with créme fraiche and mojo verde

The dinner menu transitions to high-end, seasonal dishes, ranging from lighter, shareable plates to larger, entree-sized portions, including:

Pâté en croûte with green strawberry and Dijon
Zeppo beets with berries and macadamia
Agnolotti with English peas and sheep’s cheese
Lamb with labneh and mint
Golden chicken with chestnut mushroom and chard
Skate wing with tomato and Calabrian chili

Walkers' Cherry Tomatoes and Agnolotti.Photo courtesy of Walkers'

The beverage program includes vermouth-forward cocktails and a wine list (chosen by co-founder Walker-Green) focused on small-production and sustainably minded producers from France, Italy, Spain, Germany, Austria, California, and Oregon, with a rotating retail selection also available for purchase, according to the release.

Walkers’ will also feature a well-edited retail market with specialty goods sourced from Texas, California, New York, and Europe, alongside the restaurant’s food and wine program. (Think: La Belle Vie from Austin, Austin Honey Company, Inez Olive Oil from Santa Ynez, California, Bonilla la Vista Potato Chips from Spain, and Raazi Tea from Brooklyn, New York.)

Co-founder Rosemary Walker-Greene is an Advanced Sommelier with experience at The NoMad in New York and Los Angeles, Rustic Canyon in Los Angeles, and Carbone in Dallas, while co-founder Russell Walker brings an operational background from his luxury wood flooring company.

“Our goal is to create a place that welcomes and inspires our community, that makes people remember that the most important thing in life is connection… and we believe the best way to do that, to connect, is at the dinner table, with great food and wine, and the people we care for the most," says Walker in the release.

Helming the kitchen is chef Aldon Reyes, who previously worked at Georgie and Le PasSage in Dallas and spent six years at San Diego’s Juniper & Ivy. The dining room is overseen by general manager and certified sommelier Nancy Tran, whose résumé includes Napa Valley’s PRESS and Charlie’s, as well as Dallas restaurants Le PasSage and Rose Café.

“Cooking at Walkers’ is about honoring great ingredients and the people who grow them,” says Reyes. “Every dish we put on the menu is a reflection of the relationships we’ve built with our farmers, our purveyors, and our guests.”

Designed by the acclaimed Kevin Klein Design, the Walkers' space includes a curved stone bar, market shelving, and a mix of seating that transitions from daytime counter service to evening dining. The restaurant and bar side spans approximately 1,360 square feet with 43 dining room seats, 12 bar seats, and two 12-foot drink rails for standing room on busy evenings, the release says. The Market spans an additional 950 square feet with 6 seats at the sandwich bar, 6 table seats, and seating for around eight at the communal table near the entry.

“We want to gather our community in the kind of restaurant we are always searching for — one that feels alive, honest, and rooted in intentional hospitality,” says Walker-Greene.

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