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Bits & Bites: Things to Eat in Dallas this Weekend

A list of weekend foodie events.
By Lauryn Bodden |
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October can be busy as you scramble to get your costume together and throw up your Halloween decorations, hit up some of the new seasonal menus around town and continue to eat everything pumpkin that you can get your hands on. We know you’re busy, but we still put together this list of weekend foodie events, just in case you’re looking for something extra to throw into your schedule.

Friday, October 24

Long-standing Dallas gem The Grape has been celebrating their 42nd anniversary all week, but the big party starts tonight with a special three-course menu for $42 and an optional wine pairing upgrade by Courtney Luscher. Can’t make it tonight? They’ll continue the offer through Saturday as well. Call (214) 828-1981 for reservations.

Saturday, October 25

Dallas Beer Kitchen is hosting their second annual chili cook off starting at 2 p.m. until the stew runs dry. For $9 you can snag a chili flight of four, four-ounce chef prepared bowls with a side of cornbread to wipe your dish clean.

Celebrate Halloween early at Victory Park’s third annual Halloween Bash with DJ dTrain from 10 p.m. until 2 a.m. Between live performances from Lollie Bombs Burlesque, tricks from a couple fire eaters, and plenty drinks to go around, it’s a great excuse to dress up like you’re five-years-old again. General admission is $20 or $50 for VIP.

Mix things up with an interactive murder mystery dinner with the Dinner Detective Dallas at Crowne plaza. Admission is $59.95 per person for the four-course meal and dinner show.

Sunday, October 26

The Dallas organization Chefs for Famers continues to spread their vision of sustainability and eco-consciousness with their first annual Oyster Bash at the Dallas Farmers Market. This collaboration of chefs, farmers, and local artisans looks to showcase the talents of the city, while celebrating the region’s most dedicated farmers, and educating the community on the importance of connection between our stomachs and the faces behind the food we consume. Oyster slurping begins at 2 p.m. for and tickets cost $85.

Monday, October 27

Yes, you can have your pumpkin and drink it too. The Libertine Bar will host their annual pumpkin carving contest at 6 p.m. with judging at 9 p.m. Sign up is $10 for a pumpkin and one draught beer with proceeds going to Lindsley Park Community Schools. First place gets a whopping $100 gift certificate, which should most likely go towards more Punkel brew to celebrate the victory.

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