Scratch ‘N Sniff: First Look at FT33

an anvil and an orchid right up front, off the entrance

this pass links the bar area to the kitchen

ryan tedder is the gm and somm. He put together a smart, focused wine list

cool open kitchen, with a community table right up front

matt mccallister is in the middle of the action

ahi tuna

lamb with wheatberries, yogurt and carrots

I caught a preview of Matt McCallister’s buzzy new place, FT33, the night before it opened for real. Here’s a taste. More to come once the place gets its footing. (Brady Williams and Josh Valentine are the No. 2s, while Ryan Tedder runs the FOH.) Meanwhile, the menu is here.

617 Hi Line Dr., Dallas, (214) 741-2629 or ft33dallas.com