I went to Dallas last weekend to catch the Depeche Mode show at American Airlines Center. I knew nothing about the venue and was lucky that my friend was familiar with directions and parking. It is located in a busy, crowded part of the city. Anyway, we arrived early for swag, drinks and photo ops. The venue was easy to get into and the staff were friendly.I really liked how there ware lot of different places to buy swag which really helps for lines. Also, there were lots of different bars. You could get beer and wine lots of places, but there were several bars along the sides of the venue with extra seating and full bars for whatever cocktails we wanted.Food options were limited to general fast food and snacks, so I passed on food, but I can say that there were lots of options for junk food if you are hungry. What I really liked were the photo ops. Not all venues have photo ops, and this one offered two Depeche Mode photo ops, one that security took for everyone with a huge album cover backdrop, and one automatic photo machine with a Depeche Mode banner on the photo.Inside the area, seats were super close together, which is pretty standard, but I will say that I feel we had a pretty good vantage point and I felt the aucoustics were good. Anyway, it was an amazing show and I feel that the venue helped with the positive experience.
Ricardo J.
We came here on 10.01.23 to see Depeche Mode, also a first. Although getting around this area of Dallas isn't easy - the venue is worth it. Great seats, great views, abundant facilities- this made for an unforgettable and unique evening. There are also plenty of restaurants and bars located around it where you can stage before your events. Loved it here.
Jaci L.
Possibly the best game nachos in Texas!!! Bing Bong!!!! Level 3 is where it's at. Popcorn was also pretty outstanding!
Guy T.
Absolutely trash business. Raised parking 80% what was $20 is now $35. Then they brought in even smaller seats. How do you even do that? You never go smaller ever in any situation you always go bigger. Sad what this place has become I hope the stars and mavericks leave
Frank B.
Frank B came to watch the SEATTLE KRAKEN crush the Dallas Stars in game 1 of the NHL playoffs 2023. Had an amazing time and the place rocked, of coarse we won in overtime so it helped my experience. The areana was fantastic and had some great amenity's. So let me share some of the FRANK B EXPERIENCE are you ready?Super easy to enter building and locate your seats. Gotta say my favorite thing was walking into a neon green arena inside, it's like an alien landing scene. Total deal on concessions , $20 for unlimited popcorn & coke plus delicious all beef Frank hot dogs. Super amazing great friendly fans, I didn't feel like my life was in danger when I would scream after a Kraken goal, it was obvious I was there sporting teal and white jersey and hat. Had some great conversations with several around me , so thanks for making me feel welcome.One Negative and that's on the bathrooms it's like a cattle call with massive lines. You could miss precious time being stuff waiting to unload. Yet outside of that I had a blast at the arena. Only thing I'd change one thing and it's I'd stay at THE W it's across the street and would safe on ride shares to venue. Trust me if your coming to the arena that's the place you wanna stay. Frank B checking out!
Johnny M.
This is a fantastic sports and concert arena in downtown Dallas. This was my second time attending a event there. My first time was a Stevie Wonder concert several years ago. We were lucky enough to get floor seats and they did not disappoint! There is a nice bar down a hall way on the floor as well as restrooms on the floor level. I wish our newer event center we have in Tulsa had a bar and restrooms for floor seats. It would make concerts and sporting events on the floor so much more enjoyable. My second event was the Dallas Stars and the Las Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup playoffs. It was a fantastic pregame show and the place was a sellout. There are plenty of restrooms, Food and drink places are everywhere. What a great place! I hope to go back soon.
Mike Barney
Great food in the restaurant..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Mary S.
Great venue to bring out of town guests! Lexus parking garage you get the best reserved parking, bar just inside the nearest door across from the garage.
JaneAnne F.
Great venue for the NCAA Women's Final Four and NCAA Women's Basketball Championship. Bathrooms are clean and well stocked. Plenty of food venues open except on the 2nd floor. We had to go downstairs for food and drinks, my only complaint. All the servers and staff were friendly and helpful.
Paul R.
This is a great venue to attend a sporting event. This is a state-of-the-art facility with wide concourses and friendly and helpful folks who will direct you to your seat or answer first-time visitor questions.The venue is located in an area that allows for easy access whether you are walking (like we did) or driving. There are plenty of dining and drinking options on your way to the arena.We arrived about 45 minutes before the game and walked right through security and did a quick tour before we headed to our seats. Being fans of the opposing team I expected that we would have to lay low when cheering for our Bruins but I'm pretty sure that about a third of the crowd was cheering for the visiting team. The stadium food and drink options are typically overpriced like all sporting events but you have to expect that nowadays. If you have ever attended a Texas Stars game at the HEB center you know how cold they keep the arena. Not so here as it was very comfortable, even at our ice level seats.To end a perfect evening the Bruins won in OT!
One of the best experiences I've had in the past two years!!Let's start with the facts: I'm NOT a Mavericks fan lol but they were playing The Golden State Warriors and I had to see Curry play in person.I purchased a spot at the discount lot down the street and across the highway. Not a bad walk and there wasn't really a wait to get inside. Greeted by friendly security, I scanned my ticket and hit the first concession stand I could find. No long lines which I could appreciate compared to the Smoothie Center in New Orleans I just visited last week.A bottle of water, 5 tasty chicken taquitos and $19 later I was headed to my seat. I sat in section 319 but it was a fairly decent view. Beautiful interior and relatively clean seating area. The bathroom was fairly clean so no complaints there. All in all, two thumbs up. I'll definitely be back.After
Justin B.
Big D's, I had to come here and tell you that I love you and miss you, and if you promise to come back, I will never look at another restaurant again.
Penny K.
Big D's Dogs has good hot dogs but not good enough to be called "Dallas' Finest Hot Dog". Even though this cute, little joint off Greenville avenue previously received Dallas Observer's reward for Best Hot Dog, I think I've had better. One great thing about this place is that they serve only kosher dogs on potato bread buns. I'd only recommend this place for late night snacking, especially after some heavy drinking or concert-going since it's right across the Granada theatre.
Ella D.
This place is awesome! Whether out the door at the Slip-In or at their location across from the Granada this place is one of a kind. I will say no more. Actually I will...I have been there a number of times which they were closed during business hours. It made me sad. Oh, and they don't have a bathroom, which kind of sucks. Do not let these things discourage you.
Jennifer G.
I finally was able to make it to Big D's! I got the dallas dog with no onions and added fritos and my dining partner got The Don (as is). We also ordered garlic fries and a big d shake. The dogs came out really fast and mostly accurate - they forgot my mustard, but it was on the table so I could add it on as I wanted which might have been better. It was definetely a fork and knife kind of dog, but the chili had a good flavor and the fritos were a nice addition. It was like a frito pie/ chili cheese dogs. The garlic fries were pretty good, but they could have been crispier. The shake was where its at though. It took about 10-15 min to get the shake, but WOW it was fantastic - totally worth the wait. I can't wait to go back and try another shake and a different dog!
I went to Dallas last weekend to catch the Depeche Mode show at American Airlines Center. I knew nothing about the venue and was lucky that my friend was familiar with directions and parking. It is located in a busy, crowded part of the city. Anyway, we arrived early for swag, drinks and photo ops. The venue was easy to get into and the staff were friendly.I really liked how there ware lot of different places to buy swag which really helps for lines. Also, there were lots of different bars. You could get beer and wine lots of places, but there were several bars along the sides of the venue with extra seating and full bars for whatever cocktails we wanted.Food options were limited to general fast food and snacks, so I passed on food, but I can say that there were lots of options for junk food if you are hungry. What I really liked were the photo ops. Not all venues have photo ops, and this one offered two Depeche Mode photo ops, one that security took for everyone with a huge album cover backdrop, and one automatic photo machine with a Depeche Mode banner on the photo.Inside the area, seats were super close together, which is pretty standard, but I will say that I feel we had a pretty good vantage point and I felt the aucoustics were good. Anyway, it was an amazing show and I feel that the venue helped with the positive experience.
We came here on 10.01.23 to see Depeche Mode, also a first. Although getting around this area of Dallas isn't easy - the venue is worth it. Great seats, great views, abundant facilities- this made for an unforgettable and unique evening. There are also plenty of restaurants and bars located around it where you can stage before your events. Loved it here.
Possibly the best game nachos in Texas!!! Bing Bong!!!! Level 3 is where it's at. Popcorn was also pretty outstanding!
Absolutely trash business. Raised parking 80% what was $20 is now $35. Then they brought in even smaller seats. How do you even do that? You never go smaller ever in any situation you always go bigger. Sad what this place has become I hope the stars and mavericks leave
Frank B came to watch the SEATTLE KRAKEN crush the Dallas Stars in game 1 of the NHL playoffs 2023. Had an amazing time and the place rocked, of coarse we won in overtime so it helped my experience. The areana was fantastic and had some great amenity's. So let me share some of the FRANK B EXPERIENCE are you ready?Super easy to enter building and locate your seats. Gotta say my favorite thing was walking into a neon green arena inside, it's like an alien landing scene. Total deal on concessions , $20 for unlimited popcorn & coke plus delicious all beef Frank hot dogs. Super amazing great friendly fans, I didn't feel like my life was in danger when I would scream after a Kraken goal, it was obvious I was there sporting teal and white jersey and hat. Had some great conversations with several around me , so thanks for making me feel welcome.One Negative and that's on the bathrooms it's like a cattle call with massive lines. You could miss precious time being stuff waiting to unload. Yet outside of that I had a blast at the arena. Only thing I'd change one thing and it's I'd stay at THE W it's across the street and would safe on ride shares to venue. Trust me if your coming to the arena that's the place you wanna stay. Frank B checking out!
This is a fantastic sports and concert arena in downtown Dallas. This was my second time attending a event there. My first time was a Stevie Wonder concert several years ago. We were lucky enough to get floor seats and they did not disappoint! There is a nice bar down a hall way on the floor as well as restrooms on the floor level. I wish our newer event center we have in Tulsa had a bar and restrooms for floor seats. It would make concerts and sporting events on the floor so much more enjoyable. My second event was the Dallas Stars and the Las Vegas Golden Knights in the Stanley Cup playoffs. It was a fantastic pregame show and the place was a sellout. There are plenty of restrooms, Food and drink places are everywhere. What a great place! I hope to go back soon.
Great food in the restaurant..
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great venue to bring out of town guests! Lexus parking garage you get the best reserved parking, bar just inside the nearest door across from the garage.
Great venue for the NCAA Women's Final Four and NCAA Women's Basketball Championship. Bathrooms are clean and well stocked. Plenty of food venues open except on the 2nd floor. We had to go downstairs for food and drinks, my only complaint. All the servers and staff were friendly and helpful.
This is a great venue to attend a sporting event. This is a state-of-the-art facility with wide concourses and friendly and helpful folks who will direct you to your seat or answer first-time visitor questions.The venue is located in an area that allows for easy access whether you are walking (like we did) or driving. There are plenty of dining and drinking options on your way to the arena.We arrived about 45 minutes before the game and walked right through security and did a quick tour before we headed to our seats. Being fans of the opposing team I expected that we would have to lay low when cheering for our Bruins but I'm pretty sure that about a third of the crowd was cheering for the visiting team. The stadium food and drink options are typically overpriced like all sporting events but you have to expect that nowadays. If you have ever attended a Texas Stars game at the HEB center you know how cold they keep the arena. Not so here as it was very comfortable, even at our ice level seats.To end a perfect evening the Bruins won in OT!
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One of the best experiences I've had in the past two years!!Let's start with the facts: I'm NOT a Mavericks fan lol but they were playing The Golden State Warriors and I had to see Curry play in person.I purchased a spot at the discount lot down the street and across the highway. Not a bad walk and there wasn't really a wait to get inside. Greeted by friendly security, I scanned my ticket and hit the first concession stand I could find. No long lines which I could appreciate compared to the Smoothie Center in New Orleans I just visited last week.A bottle of water, 5 tasty chicken taquitos and $19 later I was headed to my seat. I sat in section 319 but it was a fairly decent view. Beautiful interior and relatively clean seating area. The bathroom was fairly clean so no complaints there. All in all, two thumbs up. I'll definitely be back.After
Big D's, I had to come here and tell you that I love you and miss you, and if you promise to come back, I will never look at another restaurant again.
Big D's Dogs has good hot dogs but not good enough to be called "Dallas' Finest Hot Dog". Even though this cute, little joint off Greenville avenue previously received Dallas Observer's reward for Best Hot Dog, I think I've had better. One great thing about this place is that they serve only kosher dogs on potato bread buns. I'd only recommend this place for late night snacking, especially after some heavy drinking or concert-going since it's right across the Granada theatre.
This place is awesome! Whether out the door at the Slip-In or at their location across from the Granada this place is one of a kind. I will say no more. Actually I will...I have been there a number of times which they were closed during business hours. It made me sad. Oh, and they don't have a bathroom, which kind of sucks. Do not let these things discourage you.
I finally was able to make it to Big D's! I got the dallas dog with no onions and added fritos and my dining partner got The Don (as is). We also ordered garlic fries and a big d shake. The dogs came out really fast and mostly accurate - they forgot my mustard, but it was on the table so I could add it on as I wanted which might have been better. It was definetely a fork and knife kind of dog, but the chili had a good flavor and the fritos were a nice addition. It was like a frito pie/ chili cheese dogs. The garlic fries were pretty good, but they could have been crispier. The shake was where its at though. It took about 10-15 min to get the shake, but WOW it was fantastic - totally worth the wait. I can't wait to go back and try another shake and a different dog!