Fort Worth Vacation

[ChristieP]

Capital Grille and Del Frisco's are both nationwide chains. If you're looking for local places, Grace, Reata, Ellerbee's, Lannys Alta Cocina, and the Cafe Modern are all excellent and unique to Fort Worth.

[padad1]

Thanks everyone

[legoat29]

if you want to avoid national chains I suggest that you explore the magnolia ave. area. w 7th street also has a lot of privately owned places.
if you want a true texas dining experience, try fred's texas café. it is off of w 7th on currie. it is a hole in the wall in the middle of a new mixed use development. they serve great steaks, and burgers and have great live music there as well. also there is never a cover.
any trip to fort worth is not complete without visiting the cultural district. the kimbell art museum, amon carter museum of western art, museum of science and history, museum of modern art, and the cowgirl hall of fame are all located within walking distance of each other. growing up here I thought that every city had museums of this quality, boy was I wrong. each one mentioned is a world class gem! the stock show will be going on at the same time in that area. it would make for a good day.
the area where you are staying is right in the heart of sundance square. there is a ton of shopping, bars and restaurants all within walking distance. it is one of the safest parts of town.
enjoy your trip to cowtown, where the west begins!

[kmorgan]

if you are planning on driving anywhere please check the construction! Fort worth is in the middle of MAJOR construction and I mean major! Downtown is wonderful, the Bass Brothers have done a fabulous job of keeping it safe with their own bicycle security, with that said you still have to use good judgement. There are many homeless at the watergardens expecially at night and when it is cold due to proximity of shelter. If you get a chance and you like theater see what is available at the Bass Hall, it is absolutely beautiful, you can also tour there. Look up online to see for yourself if you think it is something you would like to see. Going to stockyards, try not to be suckered into buying boots, clothing etc, very,very overpriced because to tell the truth many tourists will pay. Have lived here all my life and many family worked in stockyards and downtown. I feel you and your wife will certainly enjoy seeing all the architrectural details of downtown, very beautiful downtown. Plus we are the friendliest people around, just stop anyone on the street they will be more than happy to help! Hope you have a great time.

[kmorgan]

if you try to drive to Dallas Cowboy Stadium, Ranger stadium is very close but the traffic is horrible!

[padad1]

In Fort Worth now. Have eaten at cowtown diner, Oliver's, risckys and reatas so far. Amazing food and great people. Have played rockwood and waterchase golf courses. Getting around has been great, whether it be walking or driving. Architecture in the city has been amazing and I have the pics to prove it . Looking forward to the parade tomorrow, the water gardens and the stockyards. Thanks to everyone for their thoughts and ideas

[ChristieP]

I'm so glad that you at having a good time, and you are experiencing the best of Fort Worth! The parade today had the best weather in several years, and the photos looked great!