Written by Amelia Heimerman

Everything is bigger in Texas, including the number of healthy and tasty restaurants in the Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) area. The DFW Metroplex is home to Dallas, Fort Worth, and the many suburbs nestled in between. As the area continues to grow and open its arms to businesses and people alike, DFW embraces a variety of cultural backgrounds that enhance its food scene. As a rising junior at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas, I am no stranger to some great and healthy eats in the area. I’m excited to share with you both restaurants I am looking to try and ones I love!

Flower Child

1616 S University Dr, Fort Worth, TX 76107

Flower Child is a cute spot in University Park Village, a shopping area next to TCU. Upon walking inside, you are met with a menu filled with a variety of healthy, colorful, and tasty options. This spot boasts salads, bowls, wraps, sandwiches, and more. Some meals like the Thai-dye wrap and chicken enchilada bowl have Asian and Mexican flavors intertwined with fresh veggies and lean proteins. Once you order, you are able to choose whether you sit in their clean, chic dining area or their cozy, outdoor patio. If you find yourself at Flower Child, I recommend the flying avocado wrap. Delicious!

Wabi House

1229 8th Ave Suite 227, Fort Worth, TX 76104

Craving ramen? Look no further than Wabi House. Wabi House is located on the outskirts of downtown Fort Worth. This restaurant has a uniquely decorated interior with beautiful, rustic wooden tables and ornate paintings along the walls. I always love sharing a meal with my friends on their outdoor patio that overlooks the Fort Worth medical district. Wabi House boasts a menu of tasty ramens, some featuring lean proteins like chicken. Each bowl comes with veggies like bamboo, scallions, and bok choy, but you are always able to up the greenery by adding your favorite toppings. Outside of ramen, the restaurant offers delicious, small plates like edamame, beets and brussels, and seared scallops. This spot is one of my personal favorites and has another location in Dallas.

Malai Kitchen

5289 Monahans Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76109

Malai Kitchen is a unique Southeast Asian restaurant located in the Clearfork shopping district in Fort Worth. The shopping area itself is beautiful and boasts premium stores like Burberry, Tiffany and Co., and more. Malai’s menu consists of veggie-packed noodle options, warm soups, salads, and colorful curries with health-promoting spices. You can pair your meal of choice with a lean protein like chicken or seafood. The atmosphere of the restaurant is clean and modern with both inside and outside dining areas. Malai Kitchen is the perfect place to refuel after a day of shopping and exploring in Clearfork. Malai Kitchen can also be found in Southlake, Texas and Dallas.

HG Supply Co.

1621 River Run Suite 176, Fort Worth, TX 76107

HG Supply Co. is nestled in a new shopping area surrounding the Market by Macy’s Westbend location. This restaurant has a modern interior with an outdoor patio that overlooks the Trinity river. Its menu boasts healthy sandwiches, salads, and bowls, each containing great flavors and fresh veggies. You can even design your own bowl and pair your protein of choice with whole grains and yummy vegetables. This restaurant is a popular pick among TCU students and is usually buzzing on a weekend night. There are other locations in Dallas and Trophy Club, Texas.

Beirut Grill

2410 W Abram St Suite 126, Arlington, TX 76103

Everyone seems to love Mediterranean food for both its unique flavors and health benefits, so why not enjoy a dinner at Beirut Grill. Beirut Grill has typical Mediterranean staples like falafel, Shawarma, hummus, and fresh salads with colorful veggies and feta cheese, but is most proud of its Lebanese flare. There are plenty of salads to choose from, each with their own veggie pairings and flavors, and a lot of produce-packed options. I personally recommend any of their sandwiches since they are paired with hummus, crunchy veggies, and are served on warm, pita bread. I had the pleasure of trying this place with my roommate who was raised on homemade Lebanese cuisine and she gave this spot her stamp of approval!

Taco Ocho

930 E Campbell Rd Suite 109, Richardson, TX 75081

When in Texas, you can’t miss out on some Tex-Mex! Tex-Mex is a great option when navigating healthy eats. Taco Ocho is open from bunch until late night dinner and has a variety of options to keep you fueled regardless of the time of day. Their brunch menu consists of eggs, corn tortillas, beans, and veggies to form fiber-packed, flavorful breakfasts. For later-day meals, they offer produce-packed, flavorful tostadas and a variety of colorful tacos packed with protein and vegetables. Tacos are a great, healthy meal since they pair lean proteins, a source of carbohydrates, and can be as colorful as you want by adding veggies, salsas, and avocado on top. The chicken fajita taco at Taco Ocho is a great way to enjoy some Tex-Mex flare while also eating healthy. The restaurant interior is bright and vibrant while still being clean and modern. This restaurant was recommended to me by a good friend and has other DFW locations in Flower Mound, Frisco, and McKinney. 

Original Chop Shop

5717 Legacy Dr Suite 185 Plano, TX 75024

Looking for a quick, healthy meal regardless of the time of day? Check out Original Chop Shop! With locations in Southlake, Dallas, Irving, Plano, Allen, and McKinney, you’re bound to find one wherever you need it most. This location specifically is located in the Shops at Legacy in Plano, a beautiful area to shop and dine in North Texas. Original Chop Shop boasts menu options inspired by Thai, Korean, Moroccan, and Mediterranean cuisine. This joint is open from 7 AM to 9 PM and offers protein and veggie packed breakfast options as well as flavorful, colorful, healthy midday and late night bites. There are a variety of protein, veggie, and seasoning mixtures to choose from, allowing you to make the most healthy yet tasty meal you can dream of. The inside is sleek and modern with plenty of places for you to sit and enjoy your meal. Check this one out!

True Foods Kitchen

8383 Preston Center Plaza Suite 100, Dallas, TX 75225

True Foods Kitchen is the perfect place to sit down, relax, and enjoy your favorite foods in a healthy and organic way. This location is in The Plaza and Preston Center shopping district in Dallas, making it a great pit stop amidst a long day of browsing shops. You can also find True Foods Kitchen in Plano. True Foods Kitchen boasts a menu of yummy starters, entrees, salads, bowls, pizza, and more with organic ingredients, fiber-rich carbs, and plenty of fresh, tasty veggies. Regardless of what you’re craving, there is a menu item to satisfy your taste buds and your produce needs. The dining atmosphere is calm and beautiful both inside the restaurant and on their outdoor patio. This restaurant is a definite must try!

Although Texas is the land of big portions, barbeque, and Tex-Mex, there are plenty of options for you to enjoy great food without losing sight of your nutrition goals. I hope this article highlights some of the many, yummy, health-conscious options in the DFW area so that you can stress less and taste more! All of these restaurants have either been tried by me or recommended by my close girlfriends, so I hope you love them as much as we do. Happy eating, y’all!

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