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North Main BBQ, Euless, TX

If you asked me a few years ago if I thought food would ever change my life, I probably would’ve said only maple syrup. Turns out moving to the South introduces you to BBQ and man oh man did they get me hook, line and sinker. 
I love it. I love the BBQ sauce, I love how sometimes its so good you don’t even want the BBQ sauce, the juiciness of the meat, the flavor straight from the smoker. Trying out different variations never gets old, it just makes you work out a little more.
Let me introduce you to North Main BBQ, in Euless, TX. Founded in 1981, you better believe this place is still more popular than ever for a reason. It’s delicious! If you are ever looking for it, just look for the giant pig out by the sign but be careful, they are only open Friday, Saturday and Sunday’s. I’m pretty sure they do this only so we can crave it more during the week.
When you walk into the restaurant you will be amazed by the memorabilia on the walls. Banners, trophies, pictures from every BBQ competition you can think of from all over the country. It’s pretty amazing.
 These don’t cover 1/8th of what’s in there!
On your way out you will notice the wall and bulletin boards near the door. This is the visitors galley so to speak. Signed photographs and notes from celebrities who have come to visit, including football players, actors, comedians and musicians. Ted Allen (the host of the Food Network’s Chopped) claimed North Main BBQ to be the best BBQ he’s ever had!
North Main offers two plate options. 1 – Sandwich only. Choose your meat, they’ll put it on a bun. Sides are extra. 2 – All you can eat. What kind of meat you ask? Chopped brisket, sliced brisket, chicken, sausage and ribs. (They are known for their ribs). BBQ sauce is available for your liking. Sides include beans, potato salad, coleslaw. Sweet and unsweetened tea are on the house. If that doesn’t suit your fancy, its also BYOB. To top it all off, they have a “help-yourself” soft serve ice cream machine, if you have room!
 A plate of the all you can eat!
My personal favorite is the chopped brisket sandwich. The meat is moist, juicy, smoked and its perfected. It’s so good, I find no need to add extra BBQ sauce. I just grab a heaping spoonful of potato salad and I’m good to go. So delicious and filling.
I’ve got to stop talking about all this food, it’s only Wednesday! See you this weekend North Main BBQ!

Olenjacks’s Grille, Arlington, TX

Thru the grapevine, we heard of this place called Olenjack’s Grille. The only things we knew about the restaurant was that its won a few awards around the DFW area and they had a mean burger – we had to check it out.

We were pretty excited / hungry people when we pulled up the restaurant Saturday night. Granted, Kenny Chesney was playing for thousands of fans right now the street at the Cowboy’s Stadium, you wouldn’t know it as there wasn’t any traffic. We got out of the car, walked into the restaurant and man did it look nice. It seriously looked like we had walked into a high end, fine dining restaurant that a man would need to have a suit jacket on to get in. Granted – you don’t by any means. The place just makes you feel like you are one of those important people!

Olenjack’s atmosphere is superb, it’s really amazing. It’s not a huge restaurant but its not a place that you would consider a “burger joint”. Olenjack’s Grille is a fine dining restaurant that has made a name for itself using the freshest, local ingredients. Check out the menu for yourself! There’s no need for me to describe the food to you when your mouth will start watering just reading over the menu. Now, I would say some of the items are a little on the expensive side, however the food you are ordering, is a far cry from Wendy’s. What you are paying for is a damn good meal, the best / friendliest service and an absolute great time! (We ate at the bar, the bartenders were friendly and definitely provided great recommendations.) It’s well worth it.

Let’s get down to business… what did I say about a burger? That was the main reason we were there right?! Yes! The burger is called the Kitchen Sink Burger. Haha – you are thinking what I thought, “wth?”. Let me describe this bad boy – it’s a 1/2 pound hamburger, piled with ancho pulled pork and red onion strings, the perfect amount of cheese and you also get to choose a side. I selected to have roasted garlic mashed potatoes – creamy, delicious, savory and beyond filling. The burger, oh man. To be honest, I wasn’t sure about this but I’m all about trying out signature dishes these days so I had to and, well, my mouth is a little watery right now from just thinking about it. It was beyond delicious. I think it was the greatest burger I’ve ever eaten, in all seriousness. The pork- pork on a burger? The pork was so good on its own that it basically melted in your mouth and to have it in this mix, well its pure genius. You get a huge bite of cheese with every bite. The red onion rings is just the icing on the cake. They are thin, crispy and its like a little piece of heaven on a plate (or burger). And as a Heize ketchup lover, this burger needs no ketchup. That’s right, I said it, none. It’s that good! The only issue was – how am I going to be able to take a bite of this?… I managed!

If you are ever in the Arlington, Texas area whether its for a football / baseball game, concert, or just driving thru and you find yourself really craving something just down right delicious. Make sure you swing by Olenjack’s. (If you are on the way to a game, they do provide transportation if you want to grab a bite to eat, leave your car they’ll take care of you!) The food is fantastic, the service is superior and you will leave with full belly! Most importantly, you won’t be disappointed.

Bayley’s Cafe

If you are ever craving a huge breakfast, Bayley’s Café is the place to go. I say breakfast but they also have lunch options and I guarantee that you will not leave hungry.
Located at Glade Road and 121 in Colleyville, Texas, Bayley’s Cafe provides a ton of breakfast options – French toast, waffles, pancakes, omelets and the portions are large and super filling. For starters, if you are a pancake lover like myself, I know you walk into a restaurant for breakfast and you are thinking, give me the biggest stack of pancakes you have! And you might as well bring out a gallon of maple syrup with it! (Ok maybe that second part is just me…) The pancakes at Bayley’s Cafe have to be a half an inch thick and the size of your plate. They are filling, delicious and try to devour them with all of your mite but good luck to you on that challenge. And this isn’t just with pancakes, you get the same thing with any order.
One of my favorite things about Bayley’s Café (besides the huge portions that I can’t finish) is the originality of some of the menu options. Cinnamon swirl pancakes, whole wheat pancakes with a hint of honey, a bunch of omelet and waffles options and they are downright delicious. And if you woke up late and find yourself more in the mood for a sandwich or another lunch item, they have that for you too, along with daily specials. 
If you live in the DFW central area or if you are just in the area, be sure to stop by Bayley’s for a delicious breakfast and friendly staff.
Don’t forget to grab a toothpick from the pelican on your way out!