Originally published on Neighborhoods.com. Written by Alex Temblador. Alex is a Dallas-based travel and culture writer who is also the author of an award-winning new young adult novel, Secrets of the Casa Rosada (Arte Publico Press, 2018). It doesn’t matter if it’s 100 degrees or in the low 40s, Texans love their patios, and Plano has plenty to […] Read More

Updated: 1/31/25 Breweries, zip lining, nightlife. It’s All Here. If you’re planning a guy’s weekend trip, we’ve outlined a fun and adventurous itinerary showcasing all there is to see and do in Plano with your best guy-tribe. Day 1 Start the day off with a workout + tons of fun and laughs at Go Ape […] Read More

Updated: 07/27/2020 Written by: Heather Johnson. Originally published on The Food Hussy. @foodhussy Recently I had the opportunity to visit Plano, Texas! It’s the neighbor city to Dallas and I heard so many great things about the city. As a self-proclaimed foodie, I was excited to eat my way through it! And when I say eat my […] Read More

Updated: 07/27/2020 Written by: Mia Voss. Originally published on MiaOnTheGo.com. Follow Mia @MiaVossOnTheGo.  ALL ABOUT PLANO A hop skip from Dallas-Fort Worth, Plano is a destination in its own right, blending the charm of a historic downtown with the luxury of a world class dining and shopping scene. Plano also has a quaint & charming side – […] Read More

Updated: 12/9/2024 A $145 million re-imagining and renovation has transformed The Shops at Willow Bend into a multi-faceted core for shopping, dining, and entertainment in Plano. In addition to Plano Children’s Theater and the Crayola Experience, Willow Bend has opened “The District” a new restaurant area that is home to local chef-driven restaurants, second-story terraces, […] Read More

Written by: Camille Elena. Originally published on CamilleElena.com. @camille.elena North Texas has a lot of great things about it, but I think one of the best things is that it’s filled with lots of charming cities around the metroplex. Plano, Texas which is located just north of Dallas, is among one of my favorites to visit […] Read More

Updated: 04/29/2020 The new 233-room Sandman Signature Plano – Frisco Hotel is a sleek and stylish-modern four-star hotel featuring a distinct combination of elegant furnishings and impressive amenities and is located in close proximity to The Shops at Legacy, Legacy West, and the Boardwalk at Granite Park. The hotel includes 3,994 square feet of versatile […] Read More

Plano is home to a new mixed-use $300 million redevelopment by Regent Properties featuring new office space, retail, conference facilities, additional parking, and apartments. This vibrant walkable mixed-use campus off U.S. 75 and Legacy Drive has already brought in a diversified tenancy with companies like Samsung, Peloton, Roland Technology Group, and Transwestern. Spaces, an international co-working company, […] Read More

Updated: 08/25/2021 Whether you are visiting Plano and the Dallas area over spring break or planning a spring staycation, we have your guide for planning the ultimate Plano adventure with the family. Day 1 First up, head over to the Boardwalk for some breakfast at The Biscuit Bar where you have no choice but to […] Read More

Updated: 07/27/2020 If you’re in Plano for a business meeting or a convention, chances are your free time is extremely limited; there are people to meet and connections to be made! But with a little planning, you can use those spare hours to find out what all there is to see, do, discover, and eat in Plano. Here’s a quick […] Read More

Whether you’re visiting Plano for fun, or for a meeting or event, Plano has several hotels with swanky bars and lounges. Even locals find themselves frequenting hotel bars for their unique atmospheres and tasty drinks and bites before a dinner out. Dallas/Plano Marriott at Legacy Town Center The Dallas/Plano Marriott at Legacy Town Center just recently […] Read More

Updated: 06/29/2020 Written by: Anastasia Hansen. Originally published on It’s Not Hou It’s Me. @ItsNotHouItsMe Disclaimer: This post was sponsored by Visit Plano, but all experiences and opinions are her own. Plano is anything but plain. It’s a bubbly town just north of Dallas that is growing to be a destination for North Texas staycations, business […] Read More

Celebrate Thanksgiving in style without the stress or hassle! Thanks to these five Plano restaurants, you can get a Thanksgiving meal to-go for -your entire family! Find out what they’re serving up in this GuideLive article. Eatzi’s Razzoo’s Cajun Café Sea Breeze Fish Market & Grill Snuffer’s Restaurant & Bar True Food Kitchen Here’s a […] Read More

Updated: 11/22/22 This is Texas y’all! When people come to Texas, they want two things: Tex-Mex and BBQ. Tex-Mex food is one of our favorites and there are plenty of restaurants around Plano serving up authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine. Plano Tex-Mex Restaurants Blue Goose CantinaBlue Mesa GrilCasa MamaChuy’sDillas QuesadillasDona Mary Antojitos MexicanosEl FenixEl Noa […] Read More

Plano has two well-known breweries serving up craft brews in unique atmospheres with amazing food to accompany them. Check out their concepts and get inspired to give them a try next time you’re in the market to indulge in a cold one. Union Bear Brewing Co. Union Bear is a brewery and restaurant concept inspired […] Read More

Updated: 6/2/22 We love dining al fresco with our pups! Can you believe there are hundreds of pet-friendly restaurant patios in Plano? More and more people are traveling with their pets and Plano is the perfect destination for you and your pup to enjoy. With many pet-friendly restaurant patios and events, over 4,000 acres of […] Read More

Updated: 07/27/2020 Whether you’re in town visiting or whether you live, work, or play in our city, people can count on Plano as a destination for a fun night out. Planoites don’t have to drive south to Dallas to experience fine dining or hip unique restaurants; it’s right here in our backyard. We’ve put together […] Read More

Updated: 6/26/25 Hold the diet for a minute and treat yourself! Here is a list of some cold sweet treats to help you beat the heat this summer – or to just satisfy that sweet tooth craving any time of year. AMORINO GELATOAmorino Gelato, an Italian-owned gelato company, at Legacy West is famous for its […] Read More

Updated: 05/18/2021 Summer is here and so is BBQ season! Plano has a few heavy-hitters in the barbecue scene that you need to add to your list of must tries. Brisket Love Juicy brisket is the shining star of this stall at Legacy Hall with brisket salad, brisket tacos, brisket sandwiches, or just brisket by […] Read More

Updated: 06/10/2022 Hamburger joints seem like a dime a dozen, but Plano really puts it on the map with some stellar burger menus. Here’s a list of burger joints plus a list of other Plano restaurants that have a burger worth noting on their menu. Plano Hamburger Joints BoomerJack’s Grill & BarBurger StreetChips Old Fashioned […] Read More