Explore the Neighborhood
Discover why the Lake Highlands area of Dallas is one of the city's most sought-after neighborhoods for living, dining, and recreation.
Restaurants & Dining
From chef-driven taquerias to wood-fired pizza, eat well every night of the week
Royal China ⭐ Staff Pick
Beloved neighborhood Chinese restaurant known for dim sum and Cantonese specialties. A local favorite for over two decades.
Get Directions →Resident Taqueria
Chef-driven taqueria with made-to-order tortillas, slow-braised meats, seasonal produce, and elevated margaritas.
Get Directions →Cane Rosso Lake Highlands ⭐ Staff Pick
7150 Skillman St. Wood-fired Neapolitan pizza. Happy hour Mon-Fri 3-6pm with $10 Margherita pizzas. Weekend brunch.
Get Directions →MoMo Italian Kitchen
Best-reviewed restaurant in Lake Highlands on OpenTable. Classic Italian with a modern twist.
Get Directions →Cedar & Vine
Community kitchen & cocktails. Neighborhood gathering spot with a diverse, shareable menu.
Get Directions →Lake Highlands Cafe
Darling neighborhood brunch spot. Perfect for a casual weekend morning.
Get Directions →Lochland's
Local favorite for upscale casual dining with seasonal menus.
Get Directions →McRae's American Bistro
American bistro with craft cocktails and a lively bar scene.
Get Directions →Greenville Avenue Dining
Dallas's beloved dining and nightlife strip with dozens of restaurants, bars, and patios.
Get Directions →District 9 Draught Haus
Craft beer haven with an extensive tap list and pub food.
Get Directions →Coffee & Drinks
Locally roasted coffee, craft beer, and everything in between
White Rock Coffee ⭐ Staff Pick
Two-story cafe that roasts its own beans. Live music nights. 2026 CultureMap Tastemaker Awards nominee.
Get Directions →Civil Pour
Genius concept: coffee by day, 25 craft beers on tap by night. Founded in Lake Highlands in 2018.
Get Directions →Vector Brewing
850 Walnut Hill Lane. Breakfast, espresso with locally-roasted Noble Coyote beans, and craft beer. Try the cereal milk latte.
Get Directions →La Casita Coffee & Bakeshop
Inside Half Price Books at 5803 E NW Hwy. Award-winning pastries paired with great coffee.
Get Directions →Cultivar Coffee Roasting Co.
Specialty roaster and cafe. 2026 CultureMap Tastemaker Awards nominee.
Get Directions →Shopping & Retail
World-class malls, specialty grocers, and local boutiques minutes away
NorthPark Center ⭐ Staff Pick
200+ stores including Nordstrom, Neiman Marcus, Macy's. World-class art exhibitions, CenterPark garden, and Bookmarks children's library.
Get Directions →The Shops at Park Lane
Whole Foods, Nordstrom Rack, restaurants, and boutiques. Open-air mixed-use center.
Get Directions →Lake Highlands Town Center
Growing mixed-use development with restaurants, retail shops, and community gathering space.
Get Directions →Half Price Books
5803 E NW Hwy. Rated 4.6 stars. Books, music, movies at discount prices. Houses La Casita Coffee.
Get Directions →Trader Joe's
Popular specialty grocery with unique products, affordable wines, and friendly service.
Get Directions →Whole Foods Market
Premium organic groceries, prepared foods, and specialty items at The Shops at Park Lane.
Get Directions →Dallas Farmers Market
Fresh local produce, artisan goods, food trucks, and weekend events in the Design District.
Get Directions →Entertainment
Movies, museums, gardens, and culture — all close to home
Alamo Drafthouse Cinema ⭐ Staff Pick
6770 Abrams Rd. Dine-in cinema with craft beer, full food menu, and a strict no-talking policy.
Get Directions →AMC NorthPark 15
Dallas's premier movie experience inside NorthPark Center. Luxury seating and premium formats.
Get Directions →Topgolf Dallas
High-tech driving range with games, food, and drinks. Perfect for groups and date nights.
Get Directions →George W. Bush Presidential Center
On the SMU campus. Museum and library with rotating exhibits. Rated 4.6 stars.
Get Directions →Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden
66 acres of stunning gardens on the shores of White Rock Lake. Seasonal festivals and events.
Get Directions →Dallas Museum of Art
Free general admission. Over 22,000 works spanning 5,000 years of history. Special exhibitions year-round.
Get Directions →Parks & Outdoors
Trails, lakes, and green spaces for every season
White Rock Lake ⭐ Staff Pick
1,015-acre urban oasis with a 9.3-mile loop trail for running, biking, and kayaking. Sunset views are spectacular.
Get Directions →White Rock Creek Trail
Scenic paved trail connecting to the greater Dallas trail network. Great for morning runs and bike rides.
Get Directions →Flag Pole Hill
Panoramic views of the Dallas skyline. Popular for kite flying, picnics, and watching Fourth of July fireworks.
Get Directions →Lake Highlands Trail
Steps from your door. Jogging and walking trail winding through the neighborhood.
Get Directions →Lake Highlands North Rec Center
Pool, free children's sprayground, gymnasium, tennis courts, fitness center, and playground.
Get Directions →Dallas Arboretum
66 acres of gardens on White Rock Lake. Year-round festivals including Dallas Blooms (spring) and Autumn at the Arboretum.
Get Directions →Healthcare
Top-ranked hospitals and urgent care within minutes
Medical City Dallas
Full-service hospital with Level I Trauma Center, cardiac care, and ER. One of Dallas's top-rated hospitals.
Get Directions →CareNow Urgent Care
Walk-in urgent care clinic in Lake Highlands. No appointment needed for minor illnesses and injuries.
Get Directions →Texas Health Presbyterian
Major hospital system with comprehensive medical services including emergency care and specialty centers.
Get Directions →Children's Health
One of the nation's top pediatric health systems. Comprehensive children's hospital with specialized care.
Get Directions →CVS Pharmacy & MinuteClinic
Convenient pharmacy with walk-in clinic services for vaccinations, screenings, and minor ailments.
Get Directions →Schools & Education
Highly rated Richardson ISD schools, universities, and cultural learning
Lake Highlands High School
Highly regarded RISD high school known for strong academics, athletics, and performing arts programs.
Get Directions →Lake Highlands Elementary
Top-rated elementary school in the Richardson ISD system.
Get Directions →Lake Highlands Junior High
Well-regarded middle school serving the Lake Highlands community.
Get Directions →SMU
Private research university with beautiful campus. Cox School of Business, cultural events, and Mustang athletics.
Get Directions →Dallas Children's Theater
5938 Skillman St. Award-winning theater with shows for kids and families year-round.
Get Directions →Lake Highlands Library
Dallas Public Library branch with community events, study rooms, children's programs, and free Wi-Fi.
Get Directions →Getting Around
Easy access to highways, rail, and both Dallas airports
DART Walnut Hill Station
Red, Orange, and Green line access. Downtown Dallas in ~25 minutes. Connections to DFW Airport.
Get Directions →LBJ Freeway (I-635)
East-west freeway connecting to I-35E, US-75, and the metroplex.
Get Directions →US-75 / Central Expressway
North-south corridor to downtown, Richardson, Plano, and McKinney.
Get Directions →Dallas Love Field Airport
Southwest Airlines hub. Quick flights without the DFW trek.
Get Directions →DFW International Airport
Major international hub. DART Orange Line connects from Walnut Hill Station.
Get Directions →Find Us on the Map
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