There’s Always Something to Do at South Oak in Oak Point, TX

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So, you’re thinking about buying a house in the South Oak Community, and you want to make sure you’ll be happy and fulfilled for the decades you plan on living here—a valid concern for anyone who’s making a big life decision. With South Oak in Oak Point , Texas, you don’t have a thing to worry about. Mouthwatering dining options, fantastic shopping and incredible recreation abound just around the corner, along with more practical venues like grocery stores, and medical and veterinary facilities. Keep reading to discover the top things to do in and around your new Dallas community.

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A Commute You’ll Love: Nearby Employers

We know you lead an active lifestyle — you don’t want to spend any more time traveling to work than you have to. Thankfully, you’ll be able to find plenty of large employers near South Oak:

Toyota Motor North America, Inc.

6565 Headquarters Dr, Plano, TX 75024 | 800-331-4331

State Farm Insurance

1251 State St, Richardson, TX 75082 | 972-907-3939

Liberty Mutual Insurance

4144 North Central Expy #160, Dallas, TX 75204 | 241-459-8540

Dr Pepper Snapple Group, Inc

5301 Legacy Dr, Plano, TX 75024 | 927-673-7000

JCPenney Corporate Headquarters

6501 Legacy Dr, Plano, TX 75024 | 927-431-1000

Hewlett Packard Enterprise

6080 Tennyson Pkwy #400, Plano, TX 75024 | 650-687-5817

Shop Til You Drop with Plenty of Premier Shopping Destinations

When you imagine your ideal afternoon, is it full of shopping bags and browsing the clothing racks? If so, you’re in luck! South Oak is near a variety of shopping destinations, so you really can shop until you drop. Whether you want to fill your closet with the newest styles and trends or you’d rather shop for the newest hunting gear, South Oak will be near something you love.

Stonebriar Centre

Everyone will find something they enjoy at Stonebriar Centre, which includes 6 major department stores, a movie theater, 2 major restaurants and a Dave & Buster’s

2601 Preston Rd, Frisco, TX 75034 | 972-668-6255

The Shops at Legacy

You could spend the day exploring this shopping plaza featuring upscale retailers, beauty services and eateries

5741 Legacy Dr, Plano, TX 75024 | 469-467-9995

Legacy West

If high-end shopping is your favorite, you’ll love Legacy West which includes Coach, Fabletics, a Tesla showroom, J. Crew, Sephora and more

5908 Headquarters Dr, Plano, TX 75024 | 469-609-1500

Allen Premium Outlets

Find the best deals on your favorite brands and dining options at this outdoor outlet mall

820 W Stacy Rd, Allen, TX 75013 | 972-678-7000

Galleria Dallas

Enjoy a shopping experience like no other in this shopping mall with a unique collection of retailers, department stores and dining

13350 Dallas Pkwy, Dallas, TX 75240 | 972-702-7100

Nebraska Furniture Mart

Decorate your new home to fit your dream with a visit to this store full of furniture, bedding, electronics, appliances and more

5600 Nebraska Furniture Mart Dr, The Colony, TX 75056 | 800-336-9136

IKEA

Keep perfecting your home with must-have finds and furniture from the world’s largest furniture store

7171 Ikea Dr, Frisco, TX 75034 | 888-888-4532

Bass Pro Shops

Stock up on all your hunting, fishing and outdoor gear at the local Bass Pro Shops

2501 Bass Pro Dr, Grapevine, TX 76051 | 972-724-2018

Delectable Dining Options Near Oak Point

Say you were in charge of dinner plans for the evening, but you get home late from work and just plain forgot.  Don’t admit your faux pas—just surprise your significant other with a dinner date night out on the town.  They will think you are amazing and never be the wiser. From casual to fine dining, a variety of cuisines surround your new Oak Point, TX home.  Below are just a few locations you might want to try:

Prairie House Restaurant

For a rustic dining experience, Prairie House Restaurant will satisfy with casual Texas-style foods in a lodge atmosphere

10001 US-380, Cross Roads, TX 76227 | 940-440-9760

Villa Grande Mexican Restaurant

If you’re in the mood for tacos or fajitas or a salt-rimmed margarita, check out Villa Grande Mexican Restaurant

4120 TX-360 #101, Fort Worth, TX 76155 | 817-571-7299

Don Camillo

For homemade Italian comfort food, Don Camillo can’t be beat. Enjoy family-style dining with traditional Italian-American classics along with tasty wood-fired pizzas.

1400 N Corinth St, Corinth, TX 76208 | 940-321-1100

Hula Hut Little Elm

A twist on Tex-Mex, Hula Hut Little Elm provides a Polynesian twist in a casual waterfront setting

210 Eldorado Pkwy, Little Elm, TX 75068 | 214-618-4852

Palio’s Pizza Café

Enjoy a night out or have Palio’s Pizza Café deliver their gourmet pizza, fresh salads and sandwiches to your door

2832 Eldorado Pkwy, Little Elm, TX 75068 | 214-618-8088

Little Elm Crafthouse

Head out to Little Elm Crafthouse for a beer bar experience serving growlers and craft beer from local Dallas breweries as well as all your craft favorites from national breweries

850 W Eldorado Pkwy #700, Little Elm, TX 75068 | 972-987-4368

Bruno’s

Satisfy your craving for steak, seafood, or Italian cuisine in an upscale setting at Bruno’s Ristorante

9462 N MacArthur Blvd, Irving, TX 75063 | 972-556-2465

Water’s Edge Café

Go out for breakfast or grab a down-home New Orleans-style lunch at Water’s Edge Café, where you can enjoy catfish po’boys, chicken gumbo and more.

800 W Eldorado Pkwy Suite 126, Little Elm, TX 75068 | 972-987-4110

Sebastian’s Latin Bar & Grill

Enjoy Latin dishes that’ll give your taste buds a little extra sizzle at Sebastian’s

498 W Eldorado Pkwy, Little Elm, TX 75068 | 469-362-0405

Maharaja Indian Restaurant

Get your fill of Indian eats at Maharaja’s lunch buffet or enjoy traditional curries, tandoori and more.

4152 W Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano, TX 75024 | 972-867-6002

Chop Chop Sushi

Get a taste of Japan with authentic, quality sushi in a fast-food style at Chop Chop Sushi

303 Swisher Rd #210, Lake Dallas, TX 75065 | 940-498-7990

This is definitely not an exhaustive list of the many options in the area, but whether you want to try something new or simply let someone else handle the cooking, you’ll have plenty of options for every taste—even the pickiest of diners—when you live at South Oak.

Grocery Guide

On the other hand, if you prefer to eat in, there are also several grocery stores to fit your needs in the area which will give you the option of cooking all those recipes your sweet grandmother taught you, as well as a place to get more diverse ingredients to spice things up in the comfort of your own kitchen.

La Azteca Meat Market

407 W Eldorado Pkwy # 6, Little Elm, TX 7506 | 214-308-4040

Kroger Marketplace

2671 Little Elm Pkwy, Little Elm, TX 75068 | 469-888-5518

ALDI

2650 Little Elm Pkwy, Little Elm, TX 75068 | 855-955-2534

Get Outside & Enjoy the Sunshine with Plentiful Recreation

You’ve discovered your new favorite eatery, and now you’re looking for how to spend your down time.  Where’s all the fun, you might ask?  You could start by spending your weekend at Jake’s Place Park. From sports to picnics there are plenty of options to fill your day with fun for yourself or the entire extended family. 

Jake’s Place Park

500 Naylor Rd, Oak Point, TX 75068

Perhaps you prefer the Lake Life.  Lake Lewisville is great for fishing, skiing, swimming, relaxing and recreational boating. There are a large number of parks located around the lake as well as plenty of nice beaches, campgrounds, hiking and biking trails, golf courses and other outdoor activities.

You can also take your boat and family to the Oak Point Boat ramp and spend the day driving around and exploring one of the largest lakes in North Texas, where you might just find your favorite “secret cove” to find that peace and quiet you need from the stresses of everyday life.

Oak Point Boat Ramp

100 Naylor Rd, Oak Point, TX 75068

For an excellent view of the Lake, as well as a great way to get from point A to point B, make sure not to miss out on the Lewisville Lake Toll Bridge (LLTB).  You can drive the 1.7-mile span across this visually unique landmark to witness the pristine waters of the lake and get lost in the serene beauty of the area as well as the modern-day architecture of the bridge itself.  The 16 light towers that run on both sides of the bridge are an amazing sight to see not only from your view inside your vehicle, but also from the shores of the lake.

Annual Events You Won’t Want to Miss

There are plenty of annual events to get excited about and look forward to all year long.  Make sure to save them on the calendar of your smartphone with a reminder so you never forget when they are.

  • The Armed Forces Bowl – if you’re a sports fan, you won’t want to miss one of college’s most anticipated bowl games
  • Mayfest Fort Worth – a lively four-day event full of music, food, shopping, art and other entertainment
  • Freedom Fest at Jake Place Park – celebrate the 4th of July with live music, hot dogs & hamburgers, water slide, balloon artist, craft room, bubble bus, photo booth and more!
  • The Denton Arts and Jazz Festival – hear inspiring musicians share their craft in this free event each spring
  • The Bell Forth Worth Air Show – be in awe of the machines that fly the Texas sky with this stunning October air show that gives back to the community and celebrates the region’s aviation legacy

Major Sports Stadiums

Get Your Shaker and Cheer On Your Favorite Teams

You’ll always have a home team to cheer on in Dallas, TX. Whatever sport you enjoy, make sure to check out these stadiums near South Oak, perfect for family outings, date nights, or adventures with friends.

AT&T Stadium

If football is your favorite sport, you’ll love cheering on the Dallas Cowboys in their home stadium

1 AT&T Way, Arlington, TX 76011 | 817-892-4000

Toyota Stadium

Keep up with Major League Soccer club FC Dallas or check out the stadium for its variety of concerts, tournaments and other events

9200 World Cup Way, Frisco, TX 75033 | 214-705-6700

Dr Pepper Ballpark

Enjoy cracker jacks and the ninth inning stretch at the Dr Pepper Ballpark, home of the Minor League Baseball team the Frisco RoughRiders

7300 Roughriders Tr, Frisco, TX 75034 | 972-731-9200

American Airlines Center

This arena includes the best of both worlds—NHL’s Dallas Stars and NBA’s Dallas Mavericks— so you can follow basketball and hockey

2500 Victory Ave, Dallas, TX 75219 | 214-222-3687

Ford Center at The Star

Get a behind-the-scenes look at the Dallas Cowboys World Headquarters and practice facility

9 Cowboys Way, Frisco, TX 75034 | 972-497-4800

Add Art and Culture to Your Life

Dallas Arts District

Located in the northeast corner of downtown Dallas, the Dallas Arts District is the largest contiguous urban arts district in the nation, spanning 68 acres and 19 contiguous blocks

Fort Worth Cultural District

Whatever you’re interested in, you’ll find a museum or center you love, with options including the Modern Art Museum of Fort Worth, the Fort Worth Museum of Science and History, the Kimbell Art Museum and the Will Rogers Memorial Center

Medical Care for Loved Ones with Two or Four Legs

Sometimes, your fur babies are just as much family as your two-legged members.  Get acquainted with the staff at Little Elm Pet Clinic for your pets’ normal annual needs, as well as the times they accidentally eat something they shouldn’t have and you need to make sure they are ok.

Little Elm Pet Clinic

407 W Eldorado Pkwy #200, Little Elm, TX 75068 | 972-292-3535

And if you run into a situation where an actual human loved one needs medical attention, you can choose from either Little Elm Medical Clinic, Medical Center Frisco, or Lakefront Family Dentistry.

Little Elm Medical Clinic

730 E Eldorado Pkwy, Little Elm, TX 75068  | 972-292-3330

Medical City Frisco

5500 Frisco Square Blvd, Frisco, TX 75034 | 214-618-0500

Lakefront Family Dentistry

800 W Eldorado Pkwy #124, Little Elm, TX 75068 | 972-292-3820

Come Experience It for Yourself

Don’t just buy a house for the house.  Don’t just buy it for the community.  And don’t just buy it for the local area.  Buy it for all three.  Make your new home at South Oak in Oak Point, TX and be the envy of everyone you know while living in a triple threat location!

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