Restaurants nearby The Star District: quick picks
Places to eat right at Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star include Neighborhood Services (full-service American restaurant), the Lobby Bar (coffee, wine and cocktails) and The Edge Waterside Bar & Lounge on the fourth-floor pool deck. For more variety, The Star District surrounding the hotel has more than 35 restaurants and casual options within an easy walk.
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On-site quick picks
Neighborhood Services is the hotel’s full-service restaurant serving American comfort cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It offers indoor and outdoor seating and accepts reservations via OpenTable on the Omni page.
The Lobby Bar is a casual coffee and wine bar in the lobby — good for a coffee, pre-game cocktail or light bar bites without a reservation. The Edge Waterside Bar & Lounge sits on the fourth-floor pool deck and serves cocktails and light bites during pool hours.
- Neighborhood Services: Sun–Thurs 7:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.; Fri–Sat 7:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.; brunch Sat–Sun 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.; Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
- Lobby Bar: no reservations required; offers coffee, wine and cocktails (lobby seating available).
- The Edge Waterside Bar & Lounge: located on the fourth-floor pool deck; listed daily hours 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. on the Omni property page (third-party listings show seasonal variations).
| Venue | Typical hours | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Neighborhood Services | 7:00 a.m.–10/11:00 p.m. | Breakfast, lunch, dinner; brunch weekend hours |
| Lobby Bar | Varies (day–evening) | Walk-up seating; no reservations needed |
| The Edge Waterside Bar & Lounge | 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. (hotel listing) | Poolside service; seasonal hours reported by third parties |
Best picks for families and kids
Neighborhood Services is family-friendly and serves a children’s-friendly menu; the hotel’s overall policies position the property for sports fans and families rather than adults-only stays.
The hotel runs an Omni Kids program (activity totes, kids’ menus and connecting family rooms are described by Omni listings), and the pool deck (The Edge) is open to families during posted pool hours.
- Children 17 and younger are considered children under hotel policy.
- Neighborhood Services brunch and early dinner hours are convenient for family schedules.
- Pets under 25 lbs are allowed in rooms with restrictions, but pets are not permitted in the pool or dining outlets.
| Family need | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Rooms that connect | Hotel offers connecting family rooms (check availability at booking) |
| Kids dining | Kids’ menus and family-friendly seating in Neighborhood Services |
| Pool access | The Edge pool deck open daily 6:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. |
Where to go for a quick bite or coffee
If you need grab-and-go items, the Lobby Bar and Neighborhood Services are the fastest on-site options. The Lobby Bar provides coffee and light bites in the lobby without reservations.
For a quick breakfast before heading into The Star District, Neighborhood Services opens at 7:00 a.m. most days and has a weekend brunch from 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
- Early morning: Neighborhood Services (opens 7:00 a.m.) or Lobby Bar coffee.
- Lunch: Neighborhood Services offers a lunch menu; some listings note a limited Saturday lunch.
- Poolside snacks: The Edge Waterside Bar & Lounge serves light bites during pool hours.
| Need | Best on-site option |
|---|---|
| Coffee and quick snack | Lobby Bar |
| Full breakfast or brunch | Neighborhood Services |
| Snack by the pool | The Edge Waterside Bar & Lounge |
Nearby options in The Star District
The Star District immediately around Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star includes more than 35 restaurants, shops and services, so you can step off-property for a wider range of cuisines and quick-service outlets.
Because the hotel is a one-minute walk from the Ford Center, many casual and game-day food options are within easy walking distance for pre- or post-event meals.
- Stroll The Star plaza for casual dining and pop-up food vendors during events.
- If you have an event at the Ford Center or Ring of Honor Walk, allow extra time for lines during busy game weekends.
- For larger restaurant choices or a long list of options, nearby shopping areas such as Legacy West and Stonebriar Centre require a short drive.
| Walk | What you’ll find |
|---|---|
| Steps from hotel | Multiple casual and sit-down restaurants inside The Star District |
| Short drive | Legacy West, Stonebriar Centre and Grandscape offer expanded dining |
| Event days | Extra crowds — plan ahead for seating and service |
Late-night and drink options
The Lobby Bar is the primary late-evening indoor option in the hotel lobby and does not require reservations. Neighborhood Services stays open later on Friday and Saturday nights (until 11:00 p.m.).
The Edge Waterside Bar & Lounge operates during pool hours as listed by the hotel; third-party listings show some seasonal changes, so check current hours if you plan to visit late in the day.
- Neighborhood Services: open later Fri–Sat (until 11:00 p.m.).
- Lobby Bar: walk-up service and lounge seating for drinks and coffee.
- Pool bar hours: listed on the hotel site as 11:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; seasonal variations may apply.
| Venue | Late-night availability |
|---|---|
| Neighborhood Services | Fri–Sat till 11:00 p.m. |
| Lobby Bar | Evening service; no reservations |
| The Edge Waterside Bar & Lounge | Operates during pool hours; not typically late-night |
Practical tips for dining at the hotel
Reservations: Neighborhood Services accepts reservations through OpenTable on the hotel’s restaurant page; the Lobby Bar and The Edge Waterside Bar & Lounge typically take guests walk-up. Dress at Neighborhood Services follows a business casual guideline.
Policies to note: pets under 25 lbs are permitted in rooms for a non-refundable cleaning fee but are not allowed in dining outlets or the pool. If you’re staying in room types such as Executive Room, Deluxe Room, Premier Room, Luxury Suite (Plaza View) or any Suite (Frisco) / Suite (Plaza Suite) variants, room service availability and menu items may vary — check with the front desk.
- Dress code at Neighborhood Services: business casual.
- Pet policy: pets under 25 lbs allowed in rooms with a non-refundable $150 cleaning fee; service animals exempt.
- Check hours: pool bar and its seasonal hours can differ on third-party listings — confirm on arrival.
| Question | Quick answer |
|---|---|
| Can I reserve a table? | Yes — Neighborhood Services via OpenTable; Lobby Bar and pool bar are walk-up |
| Are pets allowed in restaurants? | No — pets are not permitted in dining outlets or the pool |
| Is there a dress code? | Neighborhood Services follows business casual |
