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1. The Mexican
4.7
Exceptional(1348)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mexican • Design District
Booked 146 times today
We are craftsmen of Mexican food and drink, serving heritage recipes for beloved Mexican favorites from generations past, evolved through bold flavors, and made with the highest quality ingredients.
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2. Mercat Bistro
4.7
Exceptional(1335)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary French • Uptown
Booked 39 times today
Mercat Bistro is Paris without the passport. Its transitional yet eternally international ambiance makes Mercat an alluring morning, noon, and night destination for the savvy, well-traveled businessperson or the art-inclined couple seeking a romantic evening. Nestled within Harwood District, Mercat Bistro is a contemporary French Bistro in Uptown Dallas serving Breakfast, Weekend Brunch, Lunch and Dinner Daily. To see full our availability of reservations times, please visit mercatbistro.com
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3. Yardbird Table & Bar - Dallas
4.7
Exceptional(3037)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Southern • Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW) Corridor
Booked 89 times today
At Yardbird, our famous fried chicken is the heart of our Southern hospitality, celebrated by culinary giants like James Beard and Bon Appétit. Our menu reflects cherished family recipes and genuine warmth, capturing the essence of Southern charm. From our vibrant Miami Beach origins to our global expansion, we've remained committed to culinary excellence, honoring timeless American classics while embracing innovation.
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4. 400 Gradi
4.4
Awesome(1647)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown
Booked 19 times today
400 Gradi is an authentic Italian restaurant with rave reviews praising its 'authentic homemade Italian food' and 'real Italian food and pizza'. The restaurant's commitment to traditional preparation methods, as seen in their Neapolitan pizza and homemade pasta, further solidifies its authenticity.
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5. Restaurant Beatrice
4.8
Exceptional(404)
Price: Expensive
• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Oak Cliff / Bishop Arts
Booked 14 times today
James Beard Award Finalist for "Best New Restaurant" in the US. "Restaurant of the Year" by Eater Dallas and "Best New Restaurants" by D Magazine. Restaurant Beatrice is a contemporary Cajun/Creole restaurant that celebrates the magic of Louisianan cuisine and hospitality. Find yourself sitting amidst a fleur-de-lys wallpapered dining room in a renovated charming Craftsman home as you enjoy a seasonal, changing menu originating from the creativity and heirloom recipes of Cajun Chef Michelle Carpenter.Beatrice achieved Platinum Level Green Business Certification with the city. Operations make considerations for the environment, all people, and our community. We work closely with local farmers and we compost 100% of food waste. Nearly everything is scratch-made, from andouille sausage to citrus stock used in drinks. Serving traditional dining indoor and seafood boils on the patio, our mission is Bienvenue to All!
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6. Saint Ann Restaurant and Bar
4.7
Exceptional(2020)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown
Booked 21 times today
Welcome to our urban oasis nestled between American Airlines Center and Klyde Warren Park, offering a refined yet laid-back ambiance, an extensive menu, and one of Dallas' premier patios, boasting the city's largest garden patio and open for lunch, dinner, drinks, and weekend brunch. Beyond the dining experience, storylines of cultural history are waiting to be discovered in the details at Saint Ann. Once known as St. Ann’s Parochial School that opened in 1927, photographs, artifacts, and preserved structural features from this era lend homage to the concept’s roots. Also, the renowned Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Samurai Museum is located within the restaurant itself, on the second floor, offering a memorable dining experience with a touch of cultural exploration.
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7. Carbone Vino
4.4
Awesome(154)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Design District
Booked 12 times today
VINO is a nostalgic, yet elevated, Italian American concept from Major Food Group. Drawing from the essence of Carbone, VINO offers some of its most famous dishes, alongside Chef Mario Carbone’s signature pizza, handmade pasta, grand salumi boards, and an ever changing selection of seasonal dishes made daily with the finest ingredients. The incomparable wine collection, curated from around the world to accompany the menu, delivers both familiar and exceptional flavor pairings and moments to celebrate.
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8. SER Steak+Spirits
4.6
Exceptional(2591)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Design District
Booked 30 times today
SER Steak + Spirits, located in the Design District of Dallas, offers a unique blend of wood-fired prime steaks, locally sourced ingredients, and crafted cocktails. As stated in the reviews, customers consistently praise the food, service, and ambiance. One reviewer said, 'If you are looking for an innovative, one of a kind menu, this is the place.' Another highlighted, 'The kitchen staff and Chef were incredible in their presentations of some very unique dishes.' The restaurant's high ratings for overall experience, food, and service reinforce its authenticity as a high-quality steakhouse.
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9. RJ Mexican Cuisine
4.2
Awesome(387)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Downtown
Booked 14 times today
RJ Mexican Cuisine takes pride in providing the best authentic Mexican food, best authentic Scratch Mexican Kitchen, Unique recipes from all eight culinary regions of Mexico featuring great Steaks, Seafood, Salads, Chicken, Ribs and Quail in the Historic West End, Dallas. Enjoy great patio dinning with Dallas, skyline view. Our Executive Chef Ronald Von Hatten, and General Manager Jay Khan are working hard to make sure, that our guests have the most delightful and memorable dining experience in Dallas. RJ Mexican Cuisine prepares fresh authentic Mexican food daily. RJ Mexican Cuisine is locally owned and operated under General Manager: Jay Khan & Executive Chef: Ronald Von Hatten.
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10. The Henry Rooftop - Hank's Hideaway
4.2
Awesome(367)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW) Corridor
Booked 55 times today
Rooftop at The Henry in Dallas is an authentic restaurant known for its vibrant atmosphere and scrumptious food. The reviews are glowing with comments like 'Great atmosphere, amazing food and outstanding service', 'Wonderful food, service, and atmosphere', and 'Delicious food, beautiful atmosphere, excellent service'. The restaurant is also praised for its excellent service, beautiful ambiance, and delicious food. It's an inviting mix of modern and classic influences, perfect for any occasion.
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