Good Records
1808 greenville ave., 214-752-4663, (http://www.goodrecords.com). one of the best music shops in texas, with a wide selection of hard-to-find items. frequently hosts in-store appearances and performances of national acts.
Half-Price Books
5803 e. northwest hwy., tel. 214 379 8000. the flagship location of this second-hand book store has a phenomenal selection and is well worth a stop.
Mockingbird Station
(http://www.mockingbirdsta...) - for urban-planning and real-estate types, this is a must-see: a premier example of transit-oriented development on the dart rail line. a mixed-use area featuring loft apartments with retail and restaurants at the ground level, mockingbird station also boasts one of dallas's best arthouse/independent cinema theaters, the angelika. there is some nice shopping, including victoria's secret, and west elm.