I suppose they should have the MUM in the middle of Montana where most of us in the US live..
Dallas, TX is fairly centralized. If you can only do one in the US, doing East or West coast is financially unfair to half of the attendees either way. We should be happy that they are coming to the US to meet with us in the first place. I live in Texas, and I am still 4 hours away by car. If it takes more than 4 hours, fly Southwest and you will be there in 4 hours of less for $99. Probably less than you would spend on gas
There is a Saltgrass Steakhouse pretty close to the airport near Six Flags (a theme park in Arlington). It’s pretty good, about $18-$35 for a decent steak.
The previously mention Hofbroau is really good, but its in “The West End” at
downtown Dallas which is going to be a pretty long drive from the conference
area. On the other hand, the West End is a really fun area and very alive
and happening on the weekend. Also, the West End is extremely close to where Kennedy got shot and you can check out “the grassy gnoll” and other cool stuff.