Deep Ellum is one of the most eclectic, historic, and famous parts of Dallas. It's rich with music and art history. Everywhere you turn you see murals: random murals, Dallas' iconic skyline murals, Dallas landmark murals, a whole alley way of murals dedicated to blues musicians, etc. I mean how cool is it that the Deep Ellum Arts Co commissioned artists to paint 42 murals around the area? And that's not all that's there - there is so much more! So much so, that I had to break the Deep Ellum blog post into 4️⃣ different posts! Yes, 4️⃣, so here is blog post 4️⃣! The murals in Deep Ellum hold a special place in my heart - my husband and I got our engagement pictures done in here! They even have several small businesses (and a few bigger ones), restaurants, dessert shops, 7 music venues, plus a bowling alley AND a place where you can do a little batting practice for baseball that has a bar inside. Anything you could want Deep Ellum has it: history ✅ art ✅ music ✅ food ✅ shopping ✅. You won't be bored when you ✅ this place out!
The Art
The murals here are EVERYTHING and are literally everywhere you turn! Each time I have gone down to Deep Ellum I spent 2+ hours taking pictures and get 3+ miles of walking in. It can be over stimulating but hey, I got you! Fair warning, for most of these murals you gotta get there early or go during a week day or you'll get a ton of murals with cars parked in front.
Like I said before - there is art literally everywhere you look and turn. So I'll tackle all the murals by taking it street by street starting from N Good Latimer Expy. The fourth set of Murals are located on Elm St. Again, I'll start at Good Latimer Expy and move down Elm street.
Clouds Mural
This mural is actually behind where we have been starting on N Good Latimer Expy. If you start on Main and head towards North Central Highway you'll see this mural facing a parking lot. Located on the side of the building that houses Bloom Labs and Russell David Hobbs and faces White Pant Agency.
Artist(s) Unknown.
Velvet Taco Mural
Of course Velvet Taco has a mural on their patio, most of their locations are filled with great colorful art! What's better than tacos, music, Deep Ellum, and bright colors?I can't think of anything... You can see this mural at the intersection of N Good Latimer Expy and Main St.
Artist(s): Sebastien "Mr. D 1987" Boileau has been creating art and impressive murals since 1992. Originally from Paris, France, Sebastien moved to Houston TX in 1998. He has murals scattered around Texas in Dallas, Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. (website: Eyeful Art instagram: @mrd1987)
Texas Tantrum Trots and Pals Mural
On the exterior wall for Velvet Taco and facing the intersection of N Good Latimer Expy and Elm. The mural puts a spin on the the artist's creation of Temper Tot who is usually green. Since this Tot is blue he obviously had give him a different name, Tantrum Tot. The Tantrum Tot's Pals in this mural are the artist's other famous creations.
Artist(s): Meet the Godfather of Street Art, Ron English. English went to the University of Texas and actually started his career right here in Dallas in the 80s. So it only makes sense why he would create a mural here! (website: Popaganda instagram: @ronenglish)
Deep Ellum TV Mural
This TV set is facing the intersection of Good Latimer Expy and Elm St. Located on the side of Louie Louie's Piano Bar. I love that they are jamming out on the side of the piano bar!
Artist(s): Frank Campagna well known muralist and Dallas native. He currently owns Kettle Art Gallery off Main St in Deep Ellum. (website: Frank Campagna)
Piano Playing Panther Mural
This fierce piano playing panther is facing the intersection of N Good Latimer Expy and Elm St. This piano playing panther is Located on the side of Louie Louie's Piano Bar next to the Deep Ellum TV Mural.
Artist(s) Unknown but wouldn't be surprised if it is Frank Campagna too!
The Awakening of the Traveling Man Sculpture
The Traveling Man is slowly awakening to hang out in Deep Ellum. He is awakening at the intersection of N Good Latimer Expy and Elm St. Located on the side of Louie Louie's Piano Bar next to the Piano Playing Panther and the Deep Ellum TV Murals.
Artist(s): Brad Oldham is a sculptor based in Dallas. Brad creates giant sculptures to help elevate the community. (website: Brad Oldham instagram: @bradoldhamsculpture) Brandon Oldenburg is the founding member of Reels FX Creative which specializes in animation and production. (website: Inbetween instagram: @deptofwonderbrandon). Reels FX Creative created a happy robot walking through Deep Ellum and since Reels FX Creative never created a sculpture before they called in Brad.
As you head down N Good Latimer Expy towards the DART tracks (away from the 🩶 of Deep Ellum) and follow the tracks (of course, stay on the side walk) you will find the rest of the Traveling Man's story.
The Traveling Man is Waiting On a Train Sculpture
Well the Traveling Man is officially awake and is starting to take over Deep Ellum! He found his way over to the DART Station for Deep Ellum. He is casually waiting for his train to arrive while strumming the banjo. Maybe he should grab some yummy breakfast from The Biscuit Bar? He waits for his train at the intersection of N Good Latimer Expy and Pacific Ave.
Artist(s): Brad Oldham (website: Brad Oldham instagram: @bradoldhamsculpture) and Brandon Oldenburg (website: Inbetween instagram: @deptofwonderbrandon)
The Traveling Man is Walking Tall Sculpture
The last of The Traveling Man's sculptures and his final story! He stands here looking over Deep Ellum with his birds. This sculpture faces the intersection of Miranda St and N Good Latimer Expy.
Artist(s): Brad Oldham (website: Brad Oldham instagram: @bradoldhamsculpture) and Brandon Oldenburg (website: Inbetween instagram: @deptofwonderbrandon)
Now back to heading down Elm Street as you go away from N Good Latimer Expy towards the 🧡 of Deep Ellum. You will go past Louie Louies Piano Bar with the piano playing panther, Deep Ellum TV, and The Awakening of The Traveling Man.
Electric Shuffle Mural
This pink garage door is for the bar, Electric Shuffle, how awesome that they turned the it into a piece of art! The garage door is giving a bold 90s design, and I'm here for it! The garage door faces Elm St right before you get to another parking lot.
Artist(s) Unknown.
Rainbow Geometric ♦️🌈 Mural
This mural makes me feel like I'm going to fall into a endless rainbow vortex. On the back of the Electric Shuffle and faces the parking lot for the building. It's hard to miss, it's bright enough you'll see it no matter what direction you are headed.
Artist(s): Maya Hayuk best known for her giant bold geometric paintings and murals. "Her large-scale, improvised murals speak to the artist’s obsession with symmetry, 'perfect imperfection' and outer/ inner space. Her works look to expanding consciousness and perception to find patterns and interconnectivity." (website: Maya Hayuk instagram: @mayahayuk)
The Candy Kid Mural
Located on the side of Deep Ellum Candy Company facing Deep Sushi is this guy who looks like he's trying sneak into the store! He can be found peaking into the candy store at the parking lot across Elm St from the Rainbow Geometric Mural above. Notice the three 🍭 in his shirt pocket? Of course, Deep Ellum Candy Company is just a front for Truth and Alibi. Which is a modern spin on a prohibition era style bars.
Artist(s): Joe Iurato is a New Jersey based artist has amazing portrait murals scattered throughout the US. His resume includes impressive collabs with Nike, the NFL, Red Bull, ESPN to name a few. (website: Joe Iurato Art instagram: @joeiurato).
Little Girl & Bird Mural
This little girl is happy to show off her bird she got from the Traveling Man! She can be found at the parking lot across the Elm St from the Rainbow Geometric Mural above. She is at the corner of the building that houses Deep Sushi and directly across from the boy sneaking into the candy shop above.
Artist(s): Joe Iurato (website: Joe Iurato Art instagram: @joeiurato).
MoMo Mural
MoMo faces the parking lot for Deep Sushi, Big Guys Chicken and Rice, and Truth and Albi. This parking lot connects to the parking lot where you can find the Salsera Mural from Deep Ellum Part 3. MoMo is on the same wall as the little girl above for Deep Sushi.
Artist(s): Frank Campagna (website: Frank Campagna)
On the other side of Deep Sushi is of course another parking lot with yes, another set of parking lot wall mural. These wall murals are facing Elm St and the small parking lot for Deep Sushi.
Uber Eats Mural
This piece was commissioned by Deep Sushi, I mean what better way to advertise than have a giant mural showing your sushi being delivered by Uber Eats. This mural faces the parking lot for Deep Sushi on the opposite exterior wall of the building from where MoMo is.
Artist(s): Frank Campagna (website: Frank Campagna)
Japan Mural
First up on the main wall of parking lot murals is this Japanese inspired mural which is a part of Deep Sushi and located next to the Uber Eats Mural above.
Artist(s) Unknown.
Charley Crockett Mural
Next up is this guy! If you follow blues or country music, specifically Texas blues/country than you know Charley Crockett. This is his album cover for Lonesome As A Shadow. Charley moved to Dallas at a young age and actually started play music in Deep Ellum as a teenager, so only natural to have a mural of him here! Charley has had a very interesting life traveling and street performing - check him out.
Artist: Chris Bingham a Dallas based artist who also runs a company with his childhood friend creating and selling apparel that encompasses their love for Texas. When talking about his artwork, "it seems to be taking an ever-evolving course, similar to my life in most stages. Over the years the style has been fluid and experimental, but the meaning behind the work has been the constant. Life, pattern, daily struggle, and the pure joy of being alive." (website: ChrisBingham apparel: Tayhoss instagram: @chrisbinghamart)
American Creamy Part 1 Mural
The next set of murals are based on the Novel, American Creamy by Jonathan Spradlin. This is the first of the American Creamy series.
Artist(s) Unknown.
American Creamy Part 2 Mural
Not sure what this novel is about but this piece is pretty trippy!
Artist(s) Unknown.
American Creamy Part 3 Mural
Fourth mural along the wall is this very heavy piece...
Artist(s) Unknown.
American Creamy Part 4 Mural
Last but not least is the fifth and final mural on this wall of murals.
Artist(s) Unknown.
And finally, this set of parking lot murals of famous Dallas Musicians! These guys can be found facing same parking lot as the other Murals for Deep Sushi and is directly across from Deep Sushi and the Uber Eats Mural. You can see them right a way as you head down Elm St towards N Crowdus St.
Artist: Frank Campagna (website: Frank Campagna)
Spector 45 Mural
Spector 45 was a famous band who played in Deep Ellum religiously. They unfortunately disbanded because the lead singer committed suicide shortly after playing a gig at Club Dada. A few weeks later the bassist, Adam Carter, tragically followed in Frankie's foot steps. I can't even imagine going through something like that...
Madison King Mural
Madison King is a Dallas native and country singer and currently works at the Twilite Lounge.
Ronnie Dawson Mural
Yet another artist from Dallas, Ronnie Dawson was most known for his rockabilly vocals, guitar and drumming skills.
The O's Mural
You guessed it, another Dallas Band called The O's. The band consisted of Taylor Young and John Pedigo both from Dallas and formed the band back in 2008.
Eyrkah Badu Mural
Yet another mural of Erykah Badu surprise, surprise! Check out more details of her in the Blues Alley blog post.
The next three murals are facing a walk thru area that connects Elm St and Main St. This little walk thru area is used as a patio for Revolver Taco Lounge. These three murals face Revolver Taco Lounge and might be missed if you aren't paying attention! These murals are a just a few feet before you get to N Crowdus St as you head down Elm St. I do love how you can eat a delicious taco and enjoy these beautiful pieces!
Cesar Chavez Mural
This awesome mural is of Cesar Chavez, Cesar founded the United Farm Workers Labor Union. The Aztec inspired bird was on the flag for the Union.
Artist(s): Ponchaveli Dallas artist who has won an Emmy for his artwork! He has several murals throughout Dallas! (instagram: @ponchaveli)
Blues Legends Mural
These blues legends are in the middle of the three Revolver Taco's Murals. For more information on these guys go check out the Blues Alley blog post. Hard to get a great picture with the dead hanging plants... don't worry I'll go back and get better ones!
Artist: Chris Bingham (website: ChrisBingham apparel: Tayhoss instagram: @chrisbinghamart)
Portrait Mural
This is the third and final mural on Revolver Taco's patio.
Artist(s): Malcolm Byers, all I could find is that Malcolm has murals located all throughout Texas. (instagram: @malcolm_byers)
As you head further down Elm St you'll see, you guessed it, another parking lot with great art! These are next to the Fuzzy's Taco Shop and Elm St Saloon. These murals are all facing Elm St and easy to see!
Final Shockra Mural
First up on this set of wall murals is this out of this world space fish alien human.
Artist(s): Jose May is a Dallas based Graffiti Artist who has murals sprinkled throughout Deep Ellum! Jose also does breaking dancing in his spare time! (website: Jose May instagram: @Joeskilz52)
The Bust Mural
Based off the Greek sculpture from the Hellenistic era, Winged Victory of Samothrace.. The Victory here is the Greek mythology, Goddess of Victory (or Nike) in any field including art, music, war, and athletics. Samthrace is a Greek island in the northern Aegean Sea.
Artist: Alfredo Piña is 1 Am the Walrus and is a Dallas based artist with murals scattered around Dallas. (website: 1atw instagram: @1amthewalrus)
Clint Eastwood Mural
Clint can be found facing Fuzzy Taco Shop's patio. Sorry I couldn't find a way in to get a better picture!
Artist(s) Unknown.
Deep Ellum Janus Mural
The Roman God, Janus, who is usually depicted with two heads is the god of beginnings, gates, transitions, time, duality, doorways, passages, frames, and endings. Janus is also known for beginning and ending of a conflict. It's awesome how the artist incorporated aspects of Deep Ellum into it. On the side of Armoury D.E. facing the same parking as the murals above for Fuzzy's Taco Shop and Elm St Saloon.
Artist: Dan Colcer is a Transylvanian Artist who moved to the US in 2006 and to Dallas in 2008. He has several murals and pieces through out Dallas. (website: Dan Colcer instagram: @dcolcerart)
Rush Hour Mural
Going further down Elm St on the side of Brick and Bones and what used to be the Green Room is this congested city mural. The Mural is facing N Crowdus St and across Elm St from Club Dada.
Artist: Dan Kitchener who is most known for these epic street scenes. Dan has certainly made a name for himself with murals scattered throughout the world. (website: Dan Kitchener instagram: @dankitchener)
Guitarist Mural
Facing the Rush Hour Mural above and across Elm St from Club Dada is this guitarist.
Artist(s) Unknown.
The next set of wall murals is at the intersection of N Crowdus St and Elm St. If you look at the murals just from Elm St you only see the first set of five murals facing N Crowdus St. As you head further towards July Alleyway you will be shocked by how many murals are on these two buildings.
Pastel Florals Mural
First up we have this bright pastel mural located at the intersection of Elm and N Crowdus St.
Artist(s): Leighton Autrey was once a MLB prospect but now does art and murals full time. He was one of the original artists to work on the 42 Murals Project in Deep Ellum. He has an impressive resume; including being one of four American artists to have his artwork showcased in the weeks leading up to the 2012 Olympics in London. (website: Leighton Autry instagram: @leightonautry)
Pride Flag Mural
This Pride Flag is up next as you head towards July Alley.
Artist(s) Unknown.
U-S-A! Mural
This portrait sends a strong message, a country that is supposed to be the "melting pot" is trying to be everything but that now a days!
Artist: Juan Castillo who was born in Brownsville, TX and is of Mexican decent. "Rather than directly stating personal positions, Castillo tends to juxtapose seemingly contrasting images/ideas and observe the product for any resulting harmony or tension; the aim of his work is to provoke thought, especially personal introspection." (website: Juan Castillo)
Deep Rawlins Mural
Next up is this portrait of Dallas Poet, Rawlins Gilliland, if you read the Blues Alley post then you know about Rawlins.
Artist: Steve Hunter originally from the UK but his work brought him over to the US where he resides in Dallas. "Hunter Creates, a mural company that blends the Fine Arts talent of Steve Hunter design talent of Michelle Hunter to create murals and artwork for a unique visual experience for commercial or residential environments." (website: Hunter Creates instagram: @hunter_creates_murals)
Opt For Optimism Mural
You better stay on the bright side, especially while in Deep Ellum!
Artist: Houston based artist, Mario Enrique Figueroa, Jr. aka Gonzo247. "Gonzo247 participated as a leading figure and pioneered graffiti and street art culture as an energetic underground art movement in Houston." (website: Gonzo247 instagram: @gonzo247)
Nezahulcoyotl Mural
This mural is based off Nezahulcoyotl and his poetry. Nezahulcoyotl was a 15th century philosopher, scholar, poet, and warrior from Tetzcoco, Mexico.
Artist(s): Kuter is a part of the EC Crew which is a Dallas based graffiti crew. (instagram: @kuterec)
Graffiti
This graffiti is just past the Nezahulcoyotl mural as you head towards N Malcolm X Blvd going down July Alleyway.
Artist(s) Unknown.
Reno's Mural
Last but not least we have all these wonderful murals on Reno's Chop Shop Saloon. The murals go completely around the building wrapping from front to back! The first set of Murals shown in the pictures are facing N Crowdus St. Next set of murals face July Alleyway across from the Nezahulcoyotl Mural. The last two murals face a parking lot that can be seen and accessed from N Malcolm X Blvd.
Artist(s): Kuter and the EC Crew. (instagram: @kuterec)
Geometric Mural
This giant 🔶🔷 mural is facing one of the bigger parking lots at the intersection of N Malcolm X Blvd and Elm St.
Artist(s): Huy Nguyen specializes in Geometric art! (instagram: @huy_see)
Pianist Mural
This Pianist is located on the "patio" for Vinty night club and is facing their "patio". The Pianist is sharing a wall with the Geometric Mural above. You will see this musician as you keep heading down Elm St towards N Malcolm X Blvd.
Artist(s): Joe Iurato is a New Jersey based artist has amazing portrait murals scattered throughout the US. His resume includes impressive collabs with Nike, the NFL, Red Bull, ESPN to name a few. (website: Joe Iurato Art instagram: @joeiurato).
Located on and facing the "patio" for Select Start and the Pianist Mural above. You will see this Mural as you keep heading down Elm St towards N Malcolm X Blvd.
Artist(s) Unknown.
Cafe Brazil Mural
Located at the intersection of N Malcolm X Blvd and Elm St facing Cafe Brazil's patio and parking lot. Got super lucky that no one was on the patio eating so I could snap this picture!
Artist(s) Unknown.
James Dean Mural
The Bitter End Dallas has closed but when I walked by to snap this picture construction was underway for something. James Dean faces the intersection of N Malcolm X Blvd and Elm St across Elm St from Cafe Brazil.
Classical New York 2020 Mural
I will have to come back in the fall or winter when the leaves on the trees are gone to get a better picture of the mural. The mural faces the intersection of Elm and N Malcolm X Blvd located on the exterior wall of Bitter End.
Artist: Sandro Figueroa has an impressive resume working with the US Open and Real Madrid to name a few! Currently living in New York where he owns and operates Many Styles Studio in the south Bronx. (website: SEN2 instagram: @sen2figuero)
Off the Cuff Mural
Off The Cuff is located and faces the intersection of N Malcolm X Blvd and Elm St - so you can't miss it! Love the fact the artist made a figure pulling back the wall of the building to expose a graffiti world!
Artist(s) Unknown.
I Love You Mural
The I Love you! Mural is facing another parking lot at Elm St and N Malcolm X Blvd. I Love you! is located on the side of Bucky Moonshine's. This is one of my favorite murals in Deep Ellum and goal to get a professional picture here with my husband! Good luck, I know! This lot fills up quick and people usually park along the wall.
Artist: Dusty Gilpin is from Oklahoma and a third generation illustrator/commercial artist. His murals are heavily influenced "by typography, outdoors, cartoons, and graffiti". (website: OkieDust instagram: @okiedust)
Hope Mural
On the back of Off the Cuff and facing a parking lot. This piece can be seen as you head down Elm St towards N Walton St from N Malcolm X Blvd.
Taste of My Texas Mural
On the side of Pepe's & Mito's Tex-Mex restaurant facing N Malcolm X Blvd, a small parking lot, and Off The Cuff. The colors, Texas, the artistic style - what's not to love here?
Artist: Mariell Guzman is based out of Texas but was born in Michoacàn, Mexico. You can tell by the mural above how Mexican Heritage has played a huge part in artwork. (website: bymariell instagram: @mariellguzman)
Texas Flag Mural
On the side of Pepe's & Mito's Tex-Mex restaurant facing N Malcolm X Blvd, a small parking lot, and Off The Cuff.
Artist(s) Unknown.
Pepe's & Mito's Mural
On the back of Pepe's & Mito's Tex-Mex restaurant facing July Alley is this star inspired mural.
Artist(s) Unknown.
Roses Mural
Apparently this Mural used to have Frida Kahlo with it. Super bummed that she isn't there anymore! These roses are facing Elm St on the front of Pepe's and Mito's restaurant.
Artist(s): Jim Bilgere (instagram: @jim_bilgere)
It's A Me, Mario Mural
I feel like a broken record - no introduction needed for these guys! Some of your favorite Mario characters! Facing a tiny parking lot off of Elm St across from Rudolph's Meat Market and Sausage Factory.
Artist: The House of Pannek (website: House of Pannek instagram: @thehouseofpannek)
Concord Collaboration Mural
Not sure what the Concord Collaboration is but would like to! If you know the meaning behind this mural let me know. Facing the same tiny parking lot as the Mario Mural above, off of Elm St across from Rudolph's Meat Market and Sausage Factory.
Artist(s) Unknown.
Space Pizza Mural
If pizza + space are your jam this is the mural for you! Located on the side of what used to be Momma Mia's Pizza facing N Walton St at the Elm St intersection.
Artist(s) Unknown.
Grackle Mural
The Grackle mural looks like it came straight out of the Alfred Hitchcock movie, The Birds. Just across July Alley facing N Walton St at the Indiana St intersection, facing yet another parking lot.
Artist(s): Frank Campagna (website: Frank Campagna)
Up next are another series of wall murals done by of course, The House of Pannek (website: House of Pannek instagram: @thehouseofpannek) and Jarrod Fresquez (@jmfresquez).
Wolf Of Bitcoin Mural
Obviously a play on the Wolf of Wall Street mixed with the cartoon Richie Rich from the 1980s. Faces Elm St next to a small parking lot at the intersection of Elm St and N Walton St.
Don't Pannek Mural
Don't freak out, don't panic, everything's fine! Love these colorful portraits - as you all know, I'm sucker for anything bright, colorful, and rainbow! This mural is facing a tiny driveway for a building and can be see from Elm St as you head down N Hall St.
Back to the Future Mural
No introduction needed for these two! But for anyone who wasn't born within the last millennia; these two are Marty McFly and Emmett "Doc" Brown from the classic 80's movie, "Back to the Future". They face Elm St on the adjacent wall of the Don't Pannek Mural above and shares a wall with the Finding Jaws Mural below.
Finding Jaws Mural
This mural faces Elm St and is hard to miss with the giant clown fish headed to eat the person. Love all the famous cartoon characters the artist used to create this reenactment of the classic Jaws movie poster.
The Doodle Mural
The eye-catching doodle can be found by heading down Elm St towards N Hall St. The doodle faces Elm St and is across Elm St from the Finding Jaws and Back to the Future Murals above.
Artist: Ben Reynolds is a Dallas based Doodle Artist. He has several murals scattered around the US. In 2020 he was listed as one of the top 10 Muralist to commission. (website: Ben Renyolds)
We ❤️ Our Troops Mural
Located in the back of Terry Black's parking lot facing N Walton St as you head down Elm St towards N Hall St.
Artist(s): Sebastien "Mr. D 1987" Boileau. (website: Eyeful Art instagram: @mrd1987)
Daffodil Wishes Sculpture
This growing sculpture is facing the intersection of N Hall and Elm St on the outside of American Cancer Society Jerry and Gene Jones (yes those, Jones') Family Hope Lodge.
Artist(s): Brad Oldham (website: Brad Oldham instagram: @bradoldhamsculpture)
Water Tower Mural
The iconic Deep Ellum Water feels like the perfect way to end the Deep Ellum Murals! Love how even the water tower has a art on it!
Artist(s) Unknown.
Map It
Saw something that caught your eye and wanna know its exact location or need directions? Click on the points to find the art or place you're looking for, find the best parking, get directions to the exact spot, etc. Or want to add art? Double click on the map where the artwork is and create a point. I will find it, photograph it, and update your point and the blog. Or if the artwork is no longer there leave a comment for this post.
Exploring Deep Ellum
Need a queso fix? Want to bowl and eat a fancy meal? Want to go to different concert venues in the same night? A good laugh? Craving a Micro Brew Beer? Or want or need good tattoo or tattoo removal? Deep Ellum has you covered!
Restaurants
Do you feel like BBQ, Tex-Mex, Vegan, Biscuits, Hot Chicken, or want to bowl while you eat? You have not 1️⃣ but 2️⃣ famous BBQ places to check out: Terry Black's & Pecan Lodge (my husband's personal favorite!). For Tex-Mex you have Pepe Mitos, Elm Street Tacos, Velvet Taco, Revolver Taco Lounge, and Vidorra. For vegan you have the Slutty Vegan (love the name!!). You have the Biscuit Bar for literally all your biscuits cravings: savory and sweet! If you're craving a Tennessee classic make sure you check out Hattie's B Hot Chicken. I went there in Nashville a few years back and its delicious for something quick and obviously hot. Want to go bowling but eat a fancy meal? Punch Bowl Social has you covered, again went to the location in Nashville & its super fun and quirky! Those are just of the few places you can eat and hang out at! You can't go wrong in Deep Ellum when it comes to food.
Brewhouses/Bars
Westlake Brewing Company offers craft beer including some IPAs and ciders. They have great looking menu with flat breads and traditional bar food. Ever hear of Dallas Blond? Then you know Deep Ellum Brewing Company. Trinity Ciders is your go to spot for anything an everything cider. There are countless number of bars located in Deep Ellum including: Twilite Lounge, Dot's Hop House & Cocktail Courtyard, Will Call, Armoury DE, Truth and Alibi (which is a prohibition style bar), Upstairs Circus (which is a bar + craft making space), Off The Cuff, and Doublewide to name a few!
Desserts
Who wants pie? 🥧 If you said yes, go to Emporium Pies, they have their normal standard flavors along with seasonal. Need a candy fix? 🍬🍭 Check out Rocket Fizz Deep Ellum, they have all your tradition candle along with specialized items. Insomnia Cookies 🍪 is your go to late night dessert spot, they have freshly made cookies, fancy cookies and cookie sandwiches, cookie tacos, brownies, ice cream. A Louisiana tradition and favorite, Le Bon Temps Beignets and Coffee. There is usually a line here since it just a to-go window.
Shopping
Every Saturday on N Crowdus St they hold the Deep Ellum Outdoor Market that features Dallas artists. Uncommon James created by reality star Kristin Cavallari is an affordable everyday wear jewelry store. Warstic originally and best known for their baseball bats which are MLB approved. Warstic was created by former Ranger's great Ian Kinsler, Grammy winner Jack White, and Ben Jenkins. Deep Ellum Clothing is an artist collective, working together to change the landscape of art and fashion. Everything Ellum has art and clothing created by local artists. Texas Life Outfitters is a Dallas and Deep Ellum specific souvenir store. This is just a few of the stores you will stumble across while walking down the streets of Deep Ellum. There is also an array of vintage and flea markets throughout the area.
When & Where?
Deep Ellum has always had a rougher vibe but has been trying to make a come back for several years now. The come back is going fairly strong especially now that COVID has taken a back seat. The area, especially on the weekends is packed and hard to find parking. If you go there early during the day or on Sunday mornings its fairly easy to find parking and walk around. If you decide to go early or stay late bring a buddy; this is still downtown Dallas and can give off a sketchy vibe if you aren't used to the area.
Address:
Deep Ellum takes up the geographical areas of Elm St, Main St, Commerce St, and Canton St intersecting with Good Latimer Expy, Henry St, Crowdus St, Malcolm X Blvd, Walton St, all the way to the DART Rail.
Transportation
There is a DART Station is conveniently located just outside of Deep Ellum & is called The Deep Ellum Station. You can also take the DART to the Baylor Station and walk a few blocks to Deep Ellum. If you want to get to Deep Ellum from any DART station make sure to take the DART Green Line. There are several bus stops in Deep Ellum that you can be dropped off or hop on at. Click here for bus, rail, and trolley/streetcar routes and schedules.
Parking
Lots
Located on S Good Latimer Expressway and can be accessed from Clover St, Canton St, and Good Latimer Expy.
Parking lot for Life in Deep Ellum, Moka Coffee, and the Umbrella Gallery. Located at the intersection for Taylor St and S Malcolm X Blvd.
Tiny parking lot on Taylor St across the street from the Mavs Gaming Hub parking lot.
Parking lot for the Mavs Gaming Hub located on at the intersection of S Walton St and Taylor St.
Parking lot located in the India Deep Ellum in order to get to the parking garage you will need to go Virgil St which can be accessed from S Malcolm X Blvd.
Facing Canton St in between S Hall St and S Walton St.
Located at the intersection of Canton St and Murray St.
Parking Lot facing Canton St at the intersection of Trunk Ave, S Second Ave and Canton St.
Can be accessed from Commerce St and Main St located behind the Patagonia and the Twisted Root Burger Co.
The Stack Parking garage is located in between Crowdus St and Henry St and can be accessed via Henry St.
Located at the intersection of Commerce St and Pryor St.
Parking lot can be accessed via Main St and is in between Crowdus St and N Malcolm X Blvd.
Parking lot that can be accessed from Commerce St located in between The Crab Station restaurant and The Upper Paw.
Parking lot primarily used for Gus's Chicken at the intersection of S Walton and Commerce St and Clover St.
Parking lot in between N Malcolm X Blvd and S Walton St and can be accessed via Commerce St.
Parking area facing a parking lot for La Toxica Mariscos y Micheladas. Beware this parking lot does close when the restaurant is not open.
Parking lot for Flea Style Headquarters and can be accessed via Commerce St.
Facing Elm St and primarily used for the store fronts on Elm St.
Facing the intersection of Main St and N Good Latimer Expy. Parking lot can be accessed from either street.
For the Electric Shuffle and can be accessed from Elm St and Monument St.
Parking lot for Deep Sushi parking access via Elm St.
Facing Elm St and is at the intersection of Elm St and July Alley.
Parking lot for Club Dada in between July Alley and Crowdus St parking access via Elm St.
Parking lot located in between July Alley and Crowdus St parking access via Elm St.
Parking lot primarily for Cafe Brazil at the intersection of Elm and N Malcolm X Blvd.
Located behind Reno's and can be accessed from N Malcolm X Blvd or Indiana St.
Parking lot for Pepe's and Mito's facing Elm St.
This is one of the main parking lots for Deep Ellum since it is in the 💚 of Deep Ellum. Parking lot goes all the way from Elm St and Main St along N Malcolm X Blvd.
A small parking lot that goes with the parking # 28 but can only be accessed via Elm St.
A small parking lot that goes with the parking # 28 and # 29 but can only be accessed via Main St.
A small parking lot that goes with the parking # 28, # 29, # 30 but can only be accessed via Elm St.
Parking lot can be accessed via Elm St just before you get to N Walton St.
Located at the intersection of N Walton St and Elm St.
This parking lot is ONLY for Terry Black's BBQ so make sure to eat there first!
Located at the intersection of S Hall St and Main St it can be access from either street.
Small parking lot for the Dallas Comedy Club and can be accessed via S Hall St in between Main St and Elm St.
Located off of Trunk Ave and stretches between Elm St and Main St.
Located off of Trunk Ave and dead ends with N Hall St and Elm St. This is a parking lot for the shops and restaurants in refurbished area.
Small parking lot located on Main St right before you get to Exposition Ave.
Located on N Good Latimer Expressway and Pacific Ave, great location for the Biscuit Bar and The Traveling Man sculptures.
Located at the intersection of N Hawkins St and Swiss Ave and a great spot to park for Saaya, the Deep Ellum Dart Station, Biscuit Bar and The Traveling Man Sculptures.
The water tower mural is titled "Cultivate Harmony" and is by Shepard Fairey. You can read about it on his website https://obeygiant.com/cultivate-harmony-water-tower-mural-in-deep-ellum/