'''Oak Cliff''' was a town located in Dallas County, Texas (USA), that was annexed by the neighboring city of Dallas in 1903. It has since retained a distinct neighborhood identity as "Dallas' older, established neighborhood". As such, it is often called "The Cliff."

Oak Cliff has turn of the century and mid-20th century housing, many parks and remarkably close proximity to the central business district of downtown Dallas without the heavy vehicular traffic or higher cost of housing commonly associated with Dallas' northern neighborhoods.

The current boundaries of Oak Cliff are roughly Interstate 30 and the Trinity River on the north, Interstate 35E on the east, Camp Wisdom Road on the south, and Cockrell Hill Road on the west. In practice nearly every neighborhood south of the Trinity River (excluding west Dallas) is called Oak Cliff, though much of it was never part of the original town. For example, the South Oak Cliff neighborhood which generally includes neighborhoods south of Illinois Avenue, was never part of the original town of Oak Cliff, just as the Arcadia Park area was once its own municipality.

Get in

'''From Downtown Dallas''' -- Take either 45 or 35E South and cross the Trinity River. (Both freeways actual cross the River automatically.)

See

Do

  • '''Stevens Park Golf Course''' [http://www.stevensparkgolf.com/]
  • Buy

  • '''Bishop Arts District''', 315 N. Bishop Ave, Dallas TX 75208
  • Go to the historic Bishop Arts District and see for yourself what all of the buzz is about. Enjoy dining from fine to funky, take in an art gallery, get a massage or satisfy your shopping hunger at some of Dallas most unique, and interesting shops. Including: Addie's Off The Wall, Bishop Street Market, Eagerly Sought, Epiphany, Flip, Indigo 1745, Make, The Soda Gallery, Xpressions Boutique.

    Eat

  • '''Spiral Diner & Bakery''', 1101 N. Beckley, +1 214-948-4747, [http://www.spiraldiner.com//]. Amazing vegan dishes, soups, salads, and sandwiches. You must try their desserts! Great funky atmosphere.
  • '''Norma's Cafe''',1123 W. Davis St.,Dallas, TX, 214-946-4711, [http://www.dallasobserver.com/bestof/2007/award/best-home-style-restaurant-747831/].
  • Has been open since 1956, has everything you'd hope for in a diner: bar stools and booths upholstered in cherry red, breakfast served all day and a waitstaff that greets you like family. That's the thing at Norma's: It pretty much is family. It's the sort of place where customers come every single day, where the waitress doesn't even have to ask some of the regulars what they want. You really can't go wrong at Norma's (if you like 1950s-era diner food), but try the lemon meringue pie. It's not fancy, but chances are, it's just the way mom made it. And that's the whole idea at Norma's?it's like going home.

  • '''Tillman's Roadhouse''', 324 W 7th Street, 214-942-0988, [www.tillmansroadhouse.com]
  • Tillman_fs is an update on the classic Texas roadhouse. Regional menu favorites, familiar tunes, no one is a stranger hospitality?all energized with a modern take. A combination of both rustic and lush in everything from the menu to the decor. Tillman_fs is a good-time destination, whether it_fs for a quick drink, a casual dinner, or a special occasion.

  • ''' Hunky's''', 321 N. Bishop Ave, Dallas TX, 75208,
  • Hunky's features "Hot Off The Grill" 50's style burgers made with hand-formed fresh ground beef. Fifteen varieties of beef burgers. They also serve fresh ground turkey burgers, veggie burgers, all beef hot dogs, grilled chicken sandwiches, salads and many other styles of sandwiches. Side orders include French fries, crispy tater tots, and our famous hand-battered onion rings.

  • '''Cafe Madrid''', 408 North Bishop Ave, 214-942-8272, www.cafemadrid-dallas.com,
  • Celebrating 18 Years as Dallas_f first Spanish restaurant and tapas bar, Cafe Madrid offers patrons a cozy, intimate dining setting reminiscent of the little cafes found on the streets of Madrid. Honored as one of D magazine_fs _gBest,_h Cafe Madrid features such Spanish classics as paella, fried calamari, shrimp in garlic, and grilled quail. Wine Spectator magazine honored Cafe Madrid for their unique wine list, which includes many varieties of Spanish wines and sherries.

  • '''Zen Shushi''', 380 W 7th Street, [www.zensushidallas.com]
  • Bishop Arts' newest restaurant and Oak Cliff's only sushi bar, ZEN Sushi! Experience chef Michelle Carpenter's traditional Japanese sushi and Asian-fusion sharing plates. Full bar, wine, beer, sake, and premium liquors. Call 214-946-9699 for reservations or take-out.

  • '''Pitt Grill''', 2316 W. Davis Street, Dallas, TX 75208, 214-946-0220
  • Just a real nice laid back diner, open 24 hours. It's great for a good cheap breakfast!

  • ''' Cliff Cafe''' 901 Fort Worth Ave, Dallas, TX 75208, 214-393-4141
  • Modern comfort food from Executive Chef Jesse Gentile and his team. Updated classic entrees, a selection of salads, sandwiches, hamburgers and "all day breakfast". Also an eclectic selection of affordable and unique "New World" wines.

    Drink

  • ''' Beckley Brewhouse''', 1111 N. Beckley Ave, Dallas, TX 75203, 214-943-8977
  • Opened in July 2006 & named one of the top 10 bars in Dallas by citysearch.com. It attacts a lively and eclectic crowd but boasts a cozy interior that is comfortable and stylish.

  • '''Alley Oops''', 1115 Beckley Ave, Dallas, TX 75203, 214-944-4309
  • '''BarBelmont''', 901 Fort Worth Ave; Dallas, TX 75208, 214-476-3378
  • Perfect place to rejuvenate with friends, associates, and neighbors after a long day. Sit on the terrace and watch the sunset reflected in the shimmering towers of the skyline. Live music is featured every Thrusday night.

  • '''Quinn''', 202 W. Davis Street, Dallas, Tx
  • The Quinn is many things to many people. Some say it_fs a neighborhood bar and restaurant with a plethora of tasty appetizers, sandwiches, and salads (including many vegetarian options). Others love our beautiful, spacious patio with seating under the stars or under one of our huge, ancient oak trees. We_fve been described as an inspired European pub with a stellar jukebox.

    Sleep

  • Belmont Hotel. 01 Fort Worth Ave. 1 (877) 476-3378. ttp://www.belmontdallas.com. 110-200. The Restoration of this historic property reflects architect Charles Stevens Dilbek's original vision of a 50's Palm Springs motor hotel, yet offers more modern conveniences like large flat screen tvs. The pool area has a great view of the downtown skyline, and there's a good diner on site. Wireless internet is lacking.

    Contact

  • '''Old Oak Cliff Conservation League''', P.O. Box 4027, Dallas, Texas 75208,Phone 214-989-3916 (voicemail)
  • General Information E-mail info@ooccl.com [http://www.ooccl.com]