Fort Worth local restaurants, recommended by our readers

This collection of Star-Telegram stories explores neighborhood hidden gems that have won the loyalty of Fort Worth locals, showcasing family-run spots with rich tastes and community connections.

Chicken shawarma with hummus at Aladdin Cafe near Crowley. By Bud Kennedy

10 NEIGHBORHOOD RESTAURANTS OUR FORT WORTH READERS LOVE.

What’s your go-to restaurant that only locals know about? Tell us about it, and we’ll add your recommendations to our list of Fort Worth favorites. | Published April 16, 2025 | Read Full Story by Matt Leclercq

Crispy combination chow mein at My Lan, a Haltom City restaurant.

THIS VIETNAMESE SPOT’S EGG ROLLS: ‘THE BEST ANYWHERE’

Star-Telegram readers found the best-kept secrets in town. Here’s the top neighborhood eats according to our readers. | Published June 6, 2025 | Read Full Story by Jayla Webb

Eggplant parmigiana, chicken terasine and a special trio pizza at Cafe Bella in this file photo. By Joyce Marshall

LOBSTER RAVIOLI, AMAZING SUSHI: WHY LOCALS RAVE ABOUT THESE 2 EATERIES

Star-Telegram readers are sharing their favorite go-to spots across Fort Worth. Here’s this week’s restaurant recommendations. | Published June 13, 2025 | Read Full Story by Jayla Webb

Lamb shawarma at King Tut Restaurant. By Rodger Mallison

THIS MEDITERRANEAN RESTAURANT'S FRESH BAKLAVA MAKES IT A LOCAL FAVE

Craving Mediterranean? Here’s where our Fort Worth readers say you’ll find the best falafel, kebabs and more | Published June 20, 2025 | Read Full Story by Jayla Webb

The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.