Bishop Arts could easily be described as a area of Dallas that merges small-town shopping with festival spirit. From the light fixtures floating above the main streets to the eateries with sidewalk and street seating, Bishop Arts offers a blend of small-town and big-city culture.

Heading to the area for your next shopping trip? Here are some of the shops you should check out:

We Are 1976

Looking for unique cards or stationary supplies? Or how about a neat-looking notebook for the novel you're writing? We Are 1976 offers a diverse selection of stationary supplies and art pieces from local Dallas artists. They also do specialty printing, so there are no limits to how creative and interesting your next greeting card or poster can be.

Emporium Pies

There’s never a bad moment for pie. This dessert eatery changes up its menu occasionally and offers a wide range of delicious pies. City Editor Kendall recommends "The Drunken Nut."

Palmieri Dallas in Bishop Arts is a Italian Coffee Shop and Bakery sitting across from Emporium Pies. | Kendall Lyons

Palmieri Cafe

After chowing down on some pie, you’ll need a cup of coffee. Across the street from Pie Emporium you’ll find Palmieri Cafe, which features Italian Coffee and baked goods. Don’t let the size of the place fool you. Seating is available inside and behind the cafe.

Spinster Records

Calling all music lovers. Spinster Records has an amazing selection of vinyl and audio record record players and speakers. The walls are lined with records from multiple genres from rock to hip-hop. The checkout desk is also retrofitted with dual turntables to keep the party in the store going.