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Santa Monica Italian deli and market open since 1925. Famous for the Godmother sandwich on house-baked bread, plus imported Italian groceries.

Dallas Hair Restore is a hair salon located in Addison, TX. The salon focuses on hair restoration services for people looking to improve the look and health of their hair. Clients can reach the team directly by phone to ask about services or book an appointment. As a local salon, Dallas Hair Restore serves residents in and around Addison who want personalized attention for their hair care needs. Those interested in learning more about specific treatments or scheduling a visit are encouraged to call ahead for current details.

Since 1946, Dallas Gun Club has offered shooting sports across 600 acres in Lewisville. The private club features shooting courses, a clubhouse and restaurant for members, guests and corporate groups. Memberships include resident, non-resident, junior, corporate and global options, along with shooting leagues and tournaments throughout the year. The club was named All-Around Club of the Year from 2008 to 2012 and again in 2014 by the National Skeet Shooting Association and the National Sporting Clays Association. Staff require a safety briefing and training video before members use the rifle and pistol range. Visitors can schedule a tour or book corporate and private events through the club's event team.

Dallas County residents who need help with county government matters can reach out to Dallas County Commissioner Andy Sommerman, representing District 2. This government office serves the public from the Records Building at 500 Elm Street, Suite 7200, in downtown Dallas. The office handles constituent concerns related to Commissioners Court, county budget decisions, and local services within District 2, including the Esperanza Community Center at Dobie and the Home Watch Program for Veterans. A second district office location serves residents along LBJ Freeway. Staff can assist with questions about county programs, newsletters, and community resources available to District 2 residents.

Looking for an affordable path to a degree or career training in Farmers Branch? Dallas College - Brookhaven Campus offers associate degrees, certificates, bachelor's degree programs and workforce training for students of all ages and backgrounds. Classes start at $99 per credit hour, with options for dual credit, online learning, accelerated nights and weekends, and customized training for local businesses. The campus also provides student support services such as academic advising, financial aid, and essential needs resources. Whether starting fresh, returning to school, or building new job skills, students can find a flexible pathway toward transfer, a career, or workforce credentials.

On Christian Parkway in Farmers Branch, Dallas Christian College serves students seeking a faith-based education. This school offers undergraduate programs in areas such as Bible and Theology, Business, Humanities, Psychology, Teacher Education, and Sports Science, along with graduate degrees including Master of Transformative Leadership and Master of Transformative Ministry. Classes are available both on campus and online, giving students flexibility in how they pursue their degree. Dallas Christian College also provides athletics, student life activities, and resident life options for those who choose to live on campus. The college supports military members, veterans, and international students through dedicated admissions pathways, and most students receive some form of financial aid.

Breezy EV LLC is an automotive business in Carrollton that offers electric vehicle models such as the Breeze 4, Breeze 6, Siera 4, Siera 6, and Terrain lineups, including lifted versions. The company also sells accessories for its vehicles and provides resources for shoppers researching electric vehicle options. Breezy EV works with dealers interested in carrying its vehicle lineup, making it a resource for both individual buyers and automotive dealers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. Customers can reach the company by phone or email for more information about available models and accessories.

Club 54 Lounge is an Old Pasadena nightclub at 54 East Colorado Boulevard. The venue advertises three levels of music and bars, with event tickets, VIP seating and bottle-service enquiries available through its official website. It is an optional late-night finish for adult visitors who want dancing after dinner. The venue publishes Thursday-to-Saturday hours of 8pm to 1:30am and requires guests to be 21 or older. Its dress code is enforced; check the complete policy before arriving, particularly if wearing daytime sightseeing clothes. Event times, tickets and door conditions can vary. Visitor information and planning links

The Blind Donkey is a whiskey-focused bar at 53 East Union Street in Old Pasadena. The city’s visitor bureau highlights its craft spirits, rotating draft beers and casual games, including shuffleboard and an arcade machine. Its location close to neighbourhood restaurants makes it a convenient after-dinner stop without a separate cross-town transfer. Think a relaxed drink and conversation before deciding whether to continue the evening elsewhere. Check current opening hours, entry requirements and the drinks menu directly with the venue. Public listings can lag behind changes to service and scheduled events. Visitor information and planning links

Union is an Old Pasadena restaurant at 37 East Union Street that combines Northern Italian influences with seasonal California ingredients. Handmade pasta is a central feature, alongside a changing menu of produce, meat and fish. The intimate dining room makes it a useful dinner anchor for a day exploring the neighbourhood. Reservations are recommended and available through the official website’s Resy link. Published dinner service starts at 5pm Monday to Thursday and 4pm Friday to Sunday, ending at 9pm. Check the current menu, dietary suitability and private-dining arrangements directly with the restaurant. Visitor information and planning links

One Colorado is a shopping, dining and events destination within Old Pasadena’s historic setting, listed at 41 Hugus Alley. It brings boutique retail and places to eat together with public-facing cultural programming. Use it as an unhurried browsing stop between sightseeing and dinner. Explore the official store directory and event calendar before visiting, then allow time for the surrounding alleys and streets. Individual shops and restaurants maintain their own schedules, so a centre visit does not guarantee every tenant is open. Parking information is provided on the official website. Visitor information and planning links

The Norton Simon Museum at 411 West Colorado Boulevard pairs galleries with a landscaped sculpture garden. Its collections span European and American art as well as South and Southeast Asian works, giving visitors several routes through an afternoon of art. Allow roughly two hours as an itinerary estimate, with time to pause outdoors by the garden’s pond and sculpture displays. Published regular hours begin at noon; Tuesday and Wednesday are closed. The museum website provides tickets, accessibility information, visitor rules and mobile audio tours. Check current exhibitions and holiday closures before travelling. Visitor information and planning links

Bone Kettle is a family-run Southeast Asian kitchen and bar at 67 North Raymond Avenue in Old Pasadena. Its cooking draws on Indonesia, the Philippines, Malaysia and Singapore, with long-simmered bone broth a defining part of the restaurant’s identity. The official site offers Friday lunch, Saturday and Sunday brunch, and daily dinner. Reservations are recommended. It lists a 20% dine-in service charge in place of expected tipping, so check the bill and current policy before adding a gratuity. Discuss allergies and dietary preferences with the team. Menus, online ordering, reservations and private-event information are available on its website. Visitor information and planning links

Pasadena City Hall is a civic landmark at 100 North Garfield Avenue, completed in 1927. Architects John Bakewell and Arthur Brown drew on Italian Renaissance influences for its arcades, courtyard and prominent dome. It is a rewarding architecture stop during a walking visit to central Pasadena. Spend time viewing the exterior and, when public access permits, the courtyard rather than treating the building as a museum with guaranteed interior access. City business, events and access restrictions can affect a visit. Check official city information before arranging a tour, photography session or event. Visitor information and planning links

Russell’s is a classic American restaurant at 30 North Fair Oaks Avenue in Old Pasadena. The district’s official guide highlights it as a longtime breakfast and weekend brunch stop, with Belgian waffles, French toast, omelets and croque-style dishes among its specialties. Its central location makes it a convenient first stop before exploring Old Pasadena on foot. It also serves lunch and dinner dishes, including sandwiches, burgers, salads and pasta. Check the current menu, opening time and wait before arriving, especially if breakfast is part of a timed sightseeing itinerary. Visitor information and planning links

Carbón is a Mexican woodfire restaurant at 288 Bondi Road, Bondi. Smoke, spice and Mexican cooking traditions shape a menu built around tacos and woodfire dishes, with a setting suited to both a lively group meal and an evening for two. The drinks list includes margaritas, mezcal and tequila cocktails alongside beer and wine. The official website provides food, set and drinks menus, online bookings and information on private functions. Check the latest menu for current dishes and dietary options. The restaurant publishes Tuesday-to-Friday dinner from 5pm, with lunch and dinner service on Saturday and Sunday. Its website also promotes scheduled brunch experiences and Taco Tuesday, which should be checked for current dates and conditions. Contact the team before booking for larger groups or allergy requirements.

Franca is a Potts Point brasserie at Shop 2, 81 Macleay Street. Its current menu combines classical French technique with flavours from coastal Europe, including Spain, Italy, North Africa and the Levant. It is designed around seasonal food, shared plates and a table-friendly wine selection. Executive Chef Jose Saulog leads the kitchen. The dining room draws on a Southern European palette of greens, warm neutrals and citrus accents. Food, drinks, wine and set menus are available through the restaurant's official website. Franca offers online reservations, gift vouchers, semi-private events and exclusive venue hire. Its website currently advertises weekend lunch from noon and Wednesday-to-Sunday dinner from 5pm. Some external coverage mentions a temporary closure for building works, so confirm trading and availability directly before travelling.

Bar Lucia is a Spanish wine bar and restaurant in a restored house at 5 Kellett Street, Potts Point. Its Madrid-inspired setting, leafy street and warm interiors make it a choice for a slower evening of tapas and wine. The menu explores Spanish tapas, pintxos and seasonal plates. The wine list, curated by sommelier Kasia Sobiesiak, places particular emphasis on female producers. It received the 2024 Australia's Wine List of the Year award for lists with a maximum of 50 wines. The website welcomes walk-ins and offers online reservations, with larger groups directed to contact the team. It lists Wednesday and Thursday evenings, Friday evening, and lunch-to-late service on Saturday and Sunday, with Monday and Tuesday closed. Review booking policies, surcharges and dietary requirements before visiting.

Bartiga is a modern Australian restaurant, wine and cocktail bar with Southeast Asian influences on the corner of Short and Bay Streets in Double Bay. It occupies the former Cafe Perons site, connecting a longstanding neighbourhood location with a new dining direction. Co-founders Charlie Kelly and chef Faheem Noor draw on local history and Noor's culinary experience to create a menu with Asian flavour influences. The official website offers food, lunch, dessert and banquet menus, so guests can plan anything from a casual lunch to a group dinner. Bartiga also takes enquiries for events and functions and promotes scheduled brunch experiences. Book through the official website, checking current menus, service times and package inclusions. Speak to the team about dietary needs and larger groups before making arrangements.

Maydanoz is an Aegean-inspired Turkish restaurant and bar at 1/50 Carrington Street in Sydney's CBD. From the group behind Efendy and Anason, it puts produce and olive-oil-led meze at the centre of the dining experience. The kitchen takes inspiration from Turkey's Aegean coast, with a plant-dominant menu that also includes dairy and seafood and uses woodfire cooking. Guests can explore a la carte dishes or a set menu, alongside wine and cocktails. The restaurant describes a no-waste approach and an emphasis on local produce. For a more intimate experience, enquire about the semi-private Chef's Table with views of the kitchen. The official website lists lunch Monday to Friday from noon and dinner Monday to Saturday from 5pm. Book online, or contact the team about events and dietary needs. A plant-focused menu does not mean every dish is vegan.

Grandfather's Restaurant is a Chinese restaurant at 10 Angel Place in Sydney's CBD. The laneway setting puts it close to the city's offices and cultural venues, making it a practical choice for a central lunch or evening meal. Explore the restaurant's current food menu through the official Grandfathers website rather than relying on older social posts for dishes and prices. The website also offers online table reservations and links to the restaurant's Instagram account for a visual look at the food and venue. Published service runs daily from noon to 3pm and again from 5pm. The website lists later evening service on Friday and Saturday. Contact the restaurant on 02 9127 7067 to confirm closing times, group options and dietary requirements.

Jōji is a Japanese rooftop dining and drinks venue on level five of 388 George Street in Sydney's CBD. The ESCA group venue combines a rooftop setting with Japanese food, a grill and a sushi offering, making it a choice for dinner that can continue into drinks. Sushi is led by Head Chef Kihoon Kim, whose experience includes omakase kitchens in Korea, Japan and Sydney. The venue also promotes DJ sessions and scheduled dining experiences. Use the official website for current menus, bookings and the latest program. Jōji's website lists weekday Jōji Hour sessions and Saturday lunch experiences. These are time-sensitive, so confirm inclusions, dates and prices before booking. Call 02 8353 9788 for access questions, dietary requests or group arrangements.

Santa Catarina is an Oaxacan restaurant and mezcal bar on Clarence Street in Sydney's CBD. Candlelight, brick ovens and an intimate dining setting frame a menu focused on regional Mexican cooking. It is a choice for a city date night, dinner with friends or a meal before a show. Corn, handmade tortillas and complex moles are central to the kitchen. The drinks program explores artisanal and ancestral mezcal alongside cocktails. The official website provides a la carte, set, lunch and pre-theatre menus, plus online reservations and private function enquiries. The venue is at Shop 1, 152-156 Clarence Street. Published hours are Monday from 5pm, Tuesday to Saturday from noon, with Sunday closed. Closing times vary by day. Check the live menu and booking conditions before visiting, and discuss dietary needs directly with the team.

Anason brings Istanbul's meyhane tradition to the Barangaroo waterfront. The restaurant pairs contemporary Turkish food with raki, Turkish wines and cocktails in a dining room marked by Bosphorus blue. Choose it for a leisurely harbour-side meal built around sharing. The seasonal menu gives vegetables and seafood a prominent role, using traditional methods such as pickling, drying and making yoghurt. Guests can order a spread of meze or select the Anason Feast. Menus and online reservations are available on the official website. Find Anason at Unit 5, 23 Barangaroo Avenue. The website advertises daily service from 11:30am until late. Groups of seven or more must choose the Feast menu and should check the published service charge and cancellation conditions. Tell the team about allergies when booking.