Things to do in Carrollton
Carrollton, Texas, packs a lot into a Dallas suburb. You can spend a morning at a splash park, an afternoon browsing Asian grocery stores, and an eveni…
Carrollton, Texas, packs a lot into a Dallas suburb. You can spend a morning at a splash park, an afternoon browsing Asian grocery stores, and an evening at a dinner theater or karaoke bar. The city’s mix of parks, family-friendly restaurants, and community spaces makes it easy to fill a day without leaving town.
Outdoor options are strong, with spots like Mary Heads Carter Park and Harvest Run Park offering playgrounds and picnic tables. For water fun, Rosemeade Rainforest Aquatic Complex has slides and a lazy river, while W. J. Thomas Park adds a splash pad. Food is a big draw: H Mart and 99 Ranch Market bring in Asian groceries, and restaurants like Gen Korean BBQ House and Kura Revolving Sushi Bar offer interactive dining. Families can hit Nickel Mania or one of the claw arcades, and the Pocket Sandwich Theatre serves up dinner theater with a full bar. For a quieter outing, the A W Perry Homestead Museum shows what Carrollton looked like in 1909.
Frequently asked questions about Carrollton
What are the best outdoor parks in Carrollton?▾
Mary Heads Carter Park has a large synthetic turf playground and covered picnic spots, making it great for families. Harvest Run Park offers walking paths and open grassy space, and both are dog-friendly. For water play, W. J. Thomas Park includes a splash pad, and Rosemeade Rainforest Aquatic Complex has slides and a lazy river.
Where can I find Asian groceries and food in Carrollton?▾
H Mart and 99 Ranch Market are the go-to Asian supermarkets, stocking imported foods, produce, and ready-to-serve meals. For dining, Kura Revolving Sushi Bar sends sushi past your seat on a conveyor belt, and Gen Korean BBQ House lets you grill at your table. Omi Korean Grill also serves traditional dishes with in-table grills.
What family-friendly activities are there in Carrollton?▾
Nickel Mania is an amusement center with nickel video games and hosts birthday parties. ClawZania Carrollton and NOVA CLAW ARCADE offer claw machines, and Prestonwood Kidz Indoor Playground gives younger kids an indoor space to burn energy. Several parks, including Mary Heads Carter Park and Harvest Run Park, have playgrounds and are good for children.
Is there a place for dinner and a show in Carrollton?▾
Pocket Sandwich Theatre is a snug performance venue that serves American fare and a full bar while you watch a show. It’s good for children and offers beer and wine. For a different night out, Sing Box Karaoke has private rooms, and Ladies Lounge Hookah Bar provides live music.
What historical sites can I visit in Carrollton?▾
The A W Perry Homestead Museum is a restored 1909 home set on a 13-acre park, open for visits and tours. It’s a good stop for families and gives a sense of the area’s early days. The surrounding park is also a pleasant place to walk around after the tour.
Things to do in Carrollton

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Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
Louisiana-inspired fast-food chain known for its crispy fried chicken, chicken sandwiches & fries.
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Sushi Kushi
Los Jalapeños
Mexican & Tex-Mex standards & full bar with various margaritas in a relaxed setting with live music.
Hanabi Ramen Carrollton
Popular restaurant serving traditional ramen soups & Japanese small plates in a cozy, wood interior.
NOVA CLAW ARCADE
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Don Sarang Original Korean BBQ (돈사랑)
Five Guys
Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.
Golden Chick
Fast-food chain specializing in fried & roasted chicken, catfish & Southern-style sides.
ALDI
Retail chain selling a range of grocery items, meat & dairy.
Cuba Bella Café
Awake Breakfast + Lunch - Carrollton
Family-friendly diner-style chain serving homestyle American breakfast & lunch standards.
Fred's Downtown Philly L.L.C
Local counter-serve chain dishing up Philly cheesesteaks, burgers & hoagies in a low-key setting.
Cowboy Chicken
Long-running counter-serve chain serving wood-fired rotisserie chicken, tacos, enchiladas & sides.
Gold Spoon 금수저
Albertsons
Ari Korean BBQ
Contemporary Korean restaurant in a shopping mall specializing in variations on tabletop BBQ.
Cristina's Fine Mexican Restaurant Carrollton
Informal Tex-Mex fare & margaritas star at this roomy branch of a statewide chain.
Catfish House
Nautical-themed counter serve preparing fried & grilled fish plates, plus po' boys & Southern sides.