THE RIVER DISTRICT

 

Nestled on the banks of the Trinity River, just 15 minutes west of Downtown Fort Worth, The River District continues to draw newcomers and tourists to the area’s unique shopping and dining destinations. Adventure seekers or discerning diners have much to explore at this growing district.

 

THINGS TO DO

Experience the beauty of the great outdoors at Airfield Falls Conservation Park, home to the Airfield Falls Trailhead, a great place to hike for the whole family. Get up close and personal with exotic birds, reptiles, and aquatic animals at SeaQuest. Tee off at Hawks Creek Golf Club‘s practice range or spend an afternoon tackling all 18 holes. Grab authentic Texas barbecue from Chopped Brisket to Ribs and beyond at Heim BBQ. Try a Molca Bowl, Salsita Salad, or Barbacoa Taco from Salsa Limon. Take on bold, Nashville-inspired flavors with a Simply Country Chicken Sandwich or a 3-Piece Tender Plate at Rule the Roost. Or treat your tastebuds to Thai dishes like Pad Thai and Yellow Curry at Bangkok House.

 

The Trinity Trails provide a great escape for bikers, runners and recreational sports enthusiasts. More than 100 miles of trails follow the Trinity River. For details about parks and trails in or near The River District, visit Fort Worth Park and Recreation Department’s website.

 

Abundio’s Fit Society offers private studios and light-filled workout spaces. Rejuvenating steam rooms, convenient storage, organic luxe amenities, filtered water stations and free bottled water are just a few perks of this exercise space.

 

Honeysuckle Rose Vintage owner Tiffany Parish recently opened her first brick-and-mortar vintage boutique shop for “rockers, honky-tonkers, disco rollers and discerning dames.” The store that was formerly located at Lola’s Saloon specializes in 1950s to 1970s apparel and accessories.

 

While you’re shopping, drop your four-legged friend off at The Paw Pad where your pet can enjoy a trim from skillful groomers who only use organic products.

 

Flowers on the Square is a distinctive floral studio that can help you with wedding or party planning or any event where fresh flower deliveries are a must.

 

Salsa Limon is a must-try for taco lovers. The Mexico City fare is made from the finest and freshest ingredients. Try familiar options like carne asada burritos or Salsa Limon specialties like the Molca Bowl or El Capitan.

 

Heim Barbecue offers farm-to-smoker meats that are prepared and smoked using authentic Central Texas traditions. Besides popular staples, Heim has innovated new items like Bacon Burnt Ends, green chili mac ‘n’ cheese and the Funky Burger. The River District location, which is located right off White Settlement Road, boasts a large patio.

 

Looking for a one-stop-shop for gourmet food to-go? Dine in or out at Lettuce Cook, and let the chef team of Todd Brown and Kathrine Wood whip up deli sandwiches, salads or any of your catering needs. The health-minded restaurant offers vegetarian, vegan and Paleo-style meals and sides.

 

Gemelle is another venture of Chef Tim Love. Come for the pizza and pasta and stay for the large backyard, live music and Aperol spritzes. The photogenic space enjoys a second life on Instagram (@GemelleFTW). Kolaches are for more than breakfast munching. The folks at Pearl Snap Kolaches sell sandwiches, salads, kolache burgers and (of course) lots of savory and sweet kolaches. The popular little restaurant is certainly worth “Czech-ing” out.

 

And The River District is still growing.. With the newest upcoming venture being The River District Entertainment Center. The River District Entertainment Center is a 14 acre mixed use project on an elevated bank ofthe Trinity River in Fort Worth, TX. The project is an extension of the unique neighborhood and will include residential, office, and retail components. Each component will connect to extensive outdoor areas with access to the Trinity trail, direct views of the river, and multiple indoor/outdoor dining options.

 

I consider this quiet city (within the city) to be Fort Worth’s greatest hidden gem. Gently nestled by the Trinity River, The River Oaks area has been around since the 1800’s. Over the last decade, it has exploded with shopping and dining options, entertainment for all ages, and homes being updated or built new. This neighborhood will offer you the energy of the River District, but you won’t have to spend nearly as much money to get there. 1940’s homes set on larger lots, with a real feel of community and comradery amongst neighbors. This is a great up-and-coming area to find a starter home or investment property.

 

River Oaks actively participates in the promotion of new businesses in the community. River Oaks residents are very active in volunteer activities of the community from housing improvement to City beautification projects. Every Thursday night, the community center hosts a “JAM” at 5 PM where neighbors gather for a live band and dancing. The community center also offers a community garden, sand volleyball court and playground.

 

River Oaks is located in a naturally wooded area defined by the meandering course of the West Fork of the Trinity River, just downstream from Lake Worth. The name of the city celebrates these natural features of the landscape by reminding residents of the many mature oaks trees throughout the City and the close proximity of the Trinity River corridor and the recreational amenities of Lake Worth. The City of River Oaks is approximately 1.9 square miles in area on the west side of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex in North Central Texas. River Oaks is a suburban city, but it is located within the five-mile radius loop defined by Interstate Loop 820 around Fort Worth, in Tarrant County, Texas. The City has grown from the 1800’s to a population of 6,985 people. Originally River Oaks was developed as a bedroom community since the location was so close to Carswell Air Force Base, which was designated as a Joint Reserve Base in 1994 to be shared by the Navy, Marines, Air Force and Texas National Guard. The base is now known as the Naval Air Base Joint Reserve. Over the years, the City has been a prime location for base personnel to locate. The population of River Oaks has varied only slightly over the years, and this growth pattern emphasizes the need for River Oaks to distinguish itself as unique and different from other suburban cities.

 

River Oaks has its own school system (Castleberry Independent School District) that provides educational facilities for elementary, middle school and high school students. Most of the housing in the City was built in the late 1940's and over the last five years the Inspection Department has brought 127 substandard houses into compliance.

 

Just south of the River District sits Westworth Village—a small community of just 2700 people with several restaurants, parks, shops, and things to do with kids! Families living in this area enjoy practical amenities like high-quality public education at schools like Burton Hill Elementary School and nearby Stripling Middle School. Plus, you can settle down in one of the many gorgeous newly constructed homes offered in this safe and affordable Fort Worth suburb!