Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Dallas - Fort Worth

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Updated June 05, 2025

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BAR-Ranch Steak Company

4.9

4.9 (390)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Plano

About the restaurant

Book your special, one-of-a-kind dining experience with Bar-Ranch Steak Company? Primarily a craft butchery emporium open Wed-Sat, providing lunch from 11am-2pm featuring some of the best Dry-Aged burgers in the DFW area.
Then at the turn of the clock we transform into a exquisite fine dining establishment. With only 6 tables you will enjoy a very intimate setting with a unique view of our one-of-a-kind dry-aging room. Highlighted by a 300 sqft illuminated Himalayan salt wall, you will see cuts of prime and exotic beef such as Japanese Brown Wagyu (Akaushi), A4 & A5 Japanese Black Wagyu, Australian Wagyu, American Wagyu and some of the very best USDA Black Angus Beef you will ever experience.

PLEASE NOTE OUR DRESS CODE: Business Casual
*No Shorts
*Ripped Clothing
*Open Toe Shoes
*Crop Top Shirts

***Because of our very unique setting and limited availability, your table will be reserved for a max of 2 hours.

Top review

Jay

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

My family has an amazing experience! Great food and staff.

34 Chophouse

5.0

5 (450)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

Denison

About the restaurant

34 Chophouse is inspired by the 34th President Eisenhower, a Denison native.
Ike's dining room is by reservation only, however we welcome walk ins when the availability allows.
Doc's Lounge is open seating and is first come, first served, in Doc's Lounge you will find an extensive bourbon collection and our mixologists who are creating specialty cocktails for each taste. If you'd need to speak to one of our team members or need special accommodations or private events, please call 903-462-0307.
We look forward making your special occasion memorable.

Top review

Sue

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

Food was excellent and Derek our waiter was awesome!!!

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Onesan Dim Sum & Sushi

5.0

5 (409)

$31 to $50

Sushi

North Dallas

About the restaurant

Now Open!
Modern Dim Sum featuring the flavors of Asia from Chef Ray Skradzinski coupled with Incredible Sushi created by Executive Sushi Chef Jimmy Duke, set in a beautiful dining room, patio and bar.
Full bar with Asian inspired cocktails, Sake, Soju and adventurist wine list.

Top review

karen

Dined 4 days ago

Randomly found this hidden gem! Would give it 10 stars if I could. We had an excellent dining experience. We asked our wonderful waiter - Tyler - to choose our dishes and his choices were spot on. Will definitely be returning next trip to Dallas.

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Popular dish

Thai Chicken Dumplings

Popular dish

Shanghai Noodles

Restaurant506 at The Sanford House

4.9

4.9 (1950)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Arlington

About the restaurant

Restaurant506 is located in The Sanford House Inn & Spa in Arlington, Texas. Contemporary dining fare is presented in an exquisite atmosphere. The menu is "Inspired American" cuisine and features dishes made with only the freshest ingredients and are hand-prepared by our culinary team.

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Jarrett

Dined 3 days ago

This place is amazing the food was excellent. Bre was our server and was great she is awesome at her job and you can tell she loves her job. I don’t know the other two ladies name one took our pics thank you to her. The other one was also amazing and wonderful to talk too. I would recommend this place to everyone. Thank you for making our 25th anniversary special.

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Mariano's Hacienda Mexican Cuisine Since 1971

4.9

4.9 (67)

$30 and under

Mexican

Upper Greenville

About the restaurant

Mariano’s Hacienda is a traditional Tex-Mex restaurant in Dallas dishing up Texas ranch cuisine amidst authentic ranch décor. Whether you’re looking for Southwestern classics like flame-roasted poblano stuffed with grilled chicken, steak fajitas or mesquite grilled camarones carlos y charlies with epazote white rice, the wide variety of dishes available at Mariano’s Hacienda will have something you’ll enjoy. Mariano’s also serves a wide variety of signature margaritas, curated by the founder of the restaurant, and inventor of the frozen margarita machine.

Focusing on mesquite whole logs, locally-sourced, farm-fresh produce and quality meats, Mariano’s Hacienda has been offering innovative dishes since opening in 1971. Mariano’s also offers a kids’ menu and has a private room for special events that you can contact the restaurant to reserve.

Top review

Joe

Dined 4 days ago

We checked with the waitress about military discounts, and she said it was only available for police, not military. Unfortunate.

Mot Hai Ba - Lakewood

4.9

4.9 (1387)

$31 to $50

Fusion / Eclectic

Lakewood / White Rock Lake

About the restaurant

Mot Hai Ba has been an East Dallas staple since 2013, offering a seasonal menu inspired by locally sourced farms and ingredients, as well as influences from France, Asia & Italy.
Our original location in Lakewood offers a cozy, intimate dining room, and a lovely enclosed patio for your enjoyment.

Due to our limited seating capacity we ask that guests adhere to the following reservation timeframes:
parties of 1 to 2 guests - 1 hour 45 minutes .
2 to 4 guests - 2 hours .
5 guests and up - 2.5 hours .

Parties of 5 and larger must call the restaurant to reserve, as a credit card hold will be required.

Top review

Josemiguel

Dined 1 day ago

Food was outsanding. Our server Julianna made the best reccomendations on the menu and paired our meals the best way possible. This is definitely a GEM in Dallas that you have to visit if you’re into gourmet cuisine.

Taverna Rossa - Craft Pizza & Beer

4.9

4.9 (81)

$30 and under

Italian

Plano

About the restaurant

Taverna Rossa is a lively restaurant in Plano, Texas, known for its artisanal pizzas, craft beers, and warm, rustic ambiance. The restaurant specializes in hand-tossed pizzas made with fresh, high-quality ingredients, and also features a menu filled with Italian-inspired small plates, flavorful salads, and hearty sandwiches. With a curated selection of local craft beers and specialty cocktails, Taverna Rossa is the perfect spot for enjoying a casual meal, weekend brunch, or evening out with friends.

Top review

bettyVIP

Dined on Jun 14, 2025

Wonderful food and service. Great drinks. Overall great experience

The Zodiac Room at Neiman Marcus - Downtown Dallas

4.9

4.9 (1205)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Dear valued customers,
We are pleased to share an update regarding the Neiman Marcus Downtown Dallas store. We will continue operations of the store, including the Zodiac Room, through the 2025 Holiday season while we explore a potential reimagination of the building in collaboration with the City of Dallas.
Reservations are open. Please check for availability.
Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to welcoming you soon.
Warm regards,
The Zodiac Team

Neiman Marcus

Looking to host an event? Anywhere in the Dallas Ft Worth area we are able to accommodate. We pride ourselves on creating the perfect menu and ambience for your event in our chic and inviting atmosphere. Pamper the glowing bride- or mother-to-be in your life with the shower of her dreams or a lavish luncheon.

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Shanice

Dined 2 days ago

The service, food, ambience was just superb. The chicken broth is SO good! A great way to kick off a weekend long 40th birthday celebration.

Union Bear - McKinney

4.8

4.8 (21)

$30 and under

American

McKinney

About the restaurant

Union Bear McKinney is set to open on April 8,2025 in downtown McKinney, blending West Coast casual vibes with Texas roots. This new brewpub and restaurant will be a haven for craft beer lovers, featuring their own "no coast" beers brewed on-site and a selection of guest taps. The chef-driven menu offers delicious takes on American classics, ensuring there's something for everyone.

WE WILL BE ACCEPTING LIMITED RESERVATIONS STARTING ON MAY 13TH. PLEASE JOIN US AT THE RESTAURANT FOR THE INAUGURAL MONTH BY WALKING IN OR THE ONLINE WAITLIST.

Inside, you'll find a spacious dining room with a welcoming ambiance, while the expansive patio is perfect for enjoying the Texas sunshine with a cold brew and tasty food. Whether you're catching up with friends, enjoying a family outing, or unwinding after a long day, Union Bear McKinney is the ideal destination.

Top review

Heather

Dined 3 days ago

Would definitely go back, waitress was excellent and dish was so good!

Cafe Momentum - Dallas

4.9

4.9 (920)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Cafe Momentum is a non-profit restaurant that serves as a paid post-release internship for juvenile offenders. Youth are released from detention into the sheltered environment of Café Momentum’s post-release program. Café Momentum’s program teaches critical skills that allow youth to re-enter society in a safe, real-world environment of nurturing accountability. By participating in our program, at-risk young people rotate through every aspect of the restaurant from waiting tables to washing dishes, while working side-by-side with established chefs.

The paid internship gives them the opportunity to exercise and practice their new skills while continuing to develop leadership, social, and vocational skills for as long as they choose to maintain involvement with Café Momentum. Additionally, Café Momentum works with the Dallas County Juvenile Justice Department to serve youth deemed highest risk for incarceration.

Top review

SherriVIP

Dined on Jun 13, 2025

Their mission is clear, their service and food impeccable. All tips are a donation to this wonderful place. Always a pleasure!

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