Keller City Guide
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Keller City Guide

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Keller is a quiet suburb in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. It’s known for good schools, parks, and a family-friendly vibe. It offers easy access to bigger city amenities without the usual urban rush.

Lifestyle🍽️

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Food Scene
Good
7

Food is mostly Tex-Mex, BBQ, and American classics. There are Mexican, Italian, Asian, and some Indian options. Vegetarian and vegan choices exist. Late-night sit-down meals are rare.

Local Dishes:
Tex-Mex, BBQ, American comfort food
International Cuisine:
Mexican, Italian, Chinese, Japanese, Thai, Indian
Vegan FriendlyVegetarian Friendly
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Nightlife
Limited
4

Nightlife is quiet with a few bars and casual dining. For more options, head to Fort Worth or Dallas.

Coffee Culture
Good
6

The coffee scene mixes local cafes and chains. Specialty coffee is limited but growing.

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Tipping
Required
15%

Tipping is expected in service industries. Sit-down restaurants and rideshares usually get 15-20%. Bars, hotel staff, and personal services also expect tips.

Top Attractions
The Parks at Bear Creek
Park
Large park with trails and playgrounds
Keller Town Center
Shopping
Shopping and dining area with a fountain
Keller Pointe
Recreation
Recreation center with pools and fitness facilities
SIM Cards

SIM cards are available at carrier stores (AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon) and big retailers like Walmart and Target. No ID needed for prepaid SIMs. eSIMs are offered by all major carriers.

Available at:
AT&T
T-Mobile
Verizon
Walmart
Target
Best Buy
Recommended Apps
Uber/Lyft(Transportation)
DoorDash/Uber Eats/Grubhub(Food)
Google Maps(Navigation)
Yelp(Reviews)
Nextdoor(Community)
Weather Channel App(Weather)
ParkMobile(Transport)
Your preferred banking app(Finance)

Services & Infrastructure

Street Cleanliness
Excellent
9

Keller is very clean with regular waste pickup and good street maintenance.

24/7 Services
Limited
4

24/7 options are limited. Emergency rooms open all night but most clinics close early. Convenience stores are open late.

Groceries
Kroger
Market Street
H-E-B
Tom Thumb

Supermarkets like Kroger, H-E-B, Market Street, and Tom Thumb offer regular and some international products. Specialty stores require driving to Fort Worth or Dallas.

Cashless Payments
Widely accepted

Most shops, restaurants, and services accept credit and debit cards. Cash is rarely needed.

ATMs

ATMs are common at banks like Bank of America, Chase, and Wells Fargo, plus major retailers including Walmart and Target. Out-of-network fees usually range from $2.50 to $5.00, plus your bank's charges.

Schools
Local only

Keller Independent School District has well-regarded public schools. Instruction is mainly in English. Nearby Dallas and Fort Worth have international schools.

Available Schools:
Keller Independent School District

Work & Digital💻

Coworking Spaces
Available
4
Available Spaces:
The Work Lodge
Professional co-working space in nearby Southlake, 10-15 minutes away, with 24/7 access for members.
24/7 Access
Work-Friendly Cafés
Good
Starbucks
Multiple locations with Wi-Fi
Summer Moon Coffee
Free Wi-Fi and pet-friendly patio
Scooter's Coffee
Wi-Fi available
Black Rock Coffee Bar
Wi-Fi available
Velo Cafe
Craft coffee, work-friendly
Alternatives:
Keller Public Library
Quiet with Wi-Fi
Hotel lobbies in Grapevine or Southlake
Occasionally good quiet spots with Wi-Fi
Keller Pointe lobby area
Community center with Wi-Fi
Digital Nomad Community
Poor
2

Keller has a very small digital nomad community with limited meetups or co-living spaces. Nearby Dallas offers more resources.

Nature & Activities🌿

Green Spaces
Excellent
9

Excellent green spaces with many parks, shaded trails, and running paths.

Running
Excellent
8

Safe and pleasant running routes in parks like Bear Creek, with sidewalks and well-lit areas for evenings.

Gyms
Available

Several gyms and a public recreation center with pools and classes.

Available Gyms:
The Keller Pointe
24 Hour Fitness
LA Fitness
Anytime Fitness
Orangetheory Fitness
Planet Fitness
Burn Boot Camp
360 Fitness DFW
Tennis
Good
6

Public tennis courts at parks and some private clubs. Padel is rare but may be found nearby.

Padel
Poor
0

Padel is uncommon in Keller.

Yoga
Good
7

Multiple yoga studios and classes at Keller Pointe. English-speaking instructors and varied class options.

Martial Arts
Good
7

Multiple schools offer Taekwondo, Karate, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, and MMA with English-speaking instructors.

Skiing
Poor
0

No skiing in Keller or Texas.

Water Sports
Limited
5

Grapevine Lake nearby offers kayaking, paddleboarding, and sailing, mostly usable April to October.

Surfing
Poor
0

No surfing spots in Keller.

Diving
Poor
0

No diving spots available.

Health & Safety🏥

Healthcare
Excellent
8

Good private healthcare with English-speaking staff. Major hospitals nearby include Baylor Scott & White Medical Center and Texas Health Harris Methodist. OTC meds are widely available.

Hospitals:
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Grapevine
Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Alliance
Pharmacies:
CVS
Walgreens
Tap Water Safety
Safe to drink

Tap water meets or exceeds all state and federal safety standards.

Common Scams
Phone scams impersonating IRS or tech support, Online phishing emails, Grandparent scams

Community & Family

Family Friendly
Excellent
9

Many parks with playgrounds and family-oriented cafes. Baby supplies are easy to find. Key attractions include Bear Creek Park and Keller Pointe recreation center.

LGBTQ+ Friendly
Good
6

Acceptance is moderate with no dedicated safe spaces or events. Nearby Dallas and Fort Worth have more active LGBTQ+ scenes.

Pet Friendly
Excellent
8

Many parks allow leashed dogs. There’s an off-leash dog park (Keller Dog Park) and pet-friendly cafes. Veterinary clinics and pet stores are available.

Communities
Keller Texas Community Facebook Group (Community)
Keller Moms Facebook Group (Community)
Nextdoor App (Community)

Quick Facts

Population
45,776
Power Reliability
Good
7/10

Power is mostly reliable but outages can occur during severe storms or heatwaves.

Languages
English(85.7%)
Spanish(8.3%)
Other Indo-European languages(3.7%)
Asian and Pacific Islander languages(2.1%)
Emergency
911
Emergency
817-743-4500
Non-emergency Police

⚠️Natural Disasters Risk

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Tsunami
Very Low Risk
0
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Earthquake
Very Low Risk
2

🌦️Seasonal Issues

Extreme heat
June, July, August, September
Temperatures often exceed 90°F (32°C), sometimes over 100°F (38°C).
Thunderstorms
March, April, May
Frequent severe storms with hail and strong winds can occur.
Ice storms
December, January, February
Ice storms bring power outages and hazardous roads.
Smoke/haze
Occasional
Rare, usually from distant wildfires.

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