71 Best Casual Restaurants in Design District

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A photo of Ferris Wheelers Backyard and BBQ restaurant

1. Ferris Wheelers Backyard and BBQ

4.2

Awesome(147)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Design District

Booked 1 time today

Come to Ferris Wheelers for delicious backyard & BBQ in Dallas!

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2. Hudson House - Lakewood

4.8

Exceptional(416)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Lakewood / White Rock Lake

Booked 99 times today

With its East Coast-inspired “old-school casual” design and menu, Hudson House offers straightforward, timeless American dishes for lunch and dinner. Oysters are flown in daily and are best paired with their legendary “World’s Coldest Martinis."

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3. D.L. Mack's - Hillcrest

4.8

Exceptional(176)

Price: Moderate

• American • Park Cities

Booked 41 times today

D.L. Mack's is a Chicago-inspired neighborhood tavern serving cracker crust pizza and American classics.

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4. Waterproof - The Statler Dallas

3.8

Excellent(13)

Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

Perched on the 19th floor of the iconic Statler, Waterproof boasts stunning and panoramic views of surrounding downtown Dallas. The chic, indoor/outdoor space is an exclusive urban oasis to take a dip in the pool, relax in a private cabana, sip a refreshing craft cocktail & enjoy a bite surrounded by unforgettable views.

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5. Black Tap - Dallas

4.7

Exceptional(133)

Price: Moderate

• Burgers • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

So. Crazy. Good. Award-winning eats, over-the-top CrazyShake® milkshakes, killer craft beers, and a popping playlist – all designed to deliver an awesome experience. Come kick it with us at Black Tap.

6. Asador

4.5

Awesome(383)

Price: Moderate

• Farm-to-table • Design District

Booked 5 times today

Asador restaurant focuses on sustaining modern farm to fire cuisine merging influences that stem from our local Texas purveyors, mixed with the food combinations of North and South America and based on open fire cooking. Our seasonal menu represents the best of what our local farmers have to offer. We begin with a simple passion for food at its very best, then refine and combine traditional flavors, fresh ingredients and all naturally raised meats, poultry and seafood.

7. Good Graces

4.2

Awesome(177)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary French / American • Uptown

Booked 1 time today

Discover our modern brasserie restaurant in the heart of Uptown Dallas. At Good Graces, indulge with fresh oysters, charcuterie, flavorful salads, and a variety of steak and seafood. Relax with a glass of wine or craft cocktail in the bright and airy indoor restaurant or get some fresh air outside on our elevated patio. Find your new favorite local spot for happy hour, Sunday Brunch, or a great dinner out at Good Graces.

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8. LOCAL PUBLIC EATERY - Henderson

4.5

Awesome(31)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Greenville

Booked 11 times today

LOCAL Public Eatery brings family & friends [new & old] together over our favorite things: local craft beer, wine & cocktails, elevated food that comforts the soul, sports & fun vibes. At the heart of everything we do is warmth, passion & care and we love creating unexpectedly memorable experiences for our people & for our neighbours. Laidback, fun vibes are our jam & our creative culinary culture has few boundaries when it comes to flavours – our chefs flex vibrant poké bowls just as well as they flip juicy, hand-pressed burgers. It’s ever evolving by season & by new inspirations, but you can count on our menu to always be tightly curated with cool riffs on familiar favourites & OG classics.

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9. Origin Kitchen + Bar

4.7

Exceptional(1555)

Price: Moderate

• American • Knox / Henderson

Booked 12 times today

Origin Kitchen + Bar features seasonal craft cuisine highlighting expertly sourced ingredients. Origin's cyclical menu celebrates the flavors of each season using the freshest ingredients presented with a rustic sensibility. We feature a mostly gluten free menu and all items can be accommodated for dietary restrictions.Origin's beverage program offers hand-crafted cocktails, a diverse and accessible wine list and a variety of beers highlighting local breweries. Our passion for fresh, seasonal flavors drives a seasonal cocktail menu celebrating classic cocktails with a unique approach.

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10. Joe Leo Fine Tex Mex

4.1

Excellent(46)

Price: Moderate

• Tex-Mex • East Dallas

Booked 10 times today

Joe Leo features the best fajitas in the Metroplex accompanied by fresh tortillas made to order daily. Complete the meal by pairing those sizzlin' fajitas with the tastiest, most-spirited margaritas in town!

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71 restaurants available nearby

1. Ferris Wheelers Backyard and BBQ

2. Hudson House - Lakewood

3. D.L. Mack's - Hillcrest

4. Waterproof - The Statler Dallas

5. Black Tap - Dallas

6. Asador

7. Good Graces

8. LOCAL PUBLIC EATERY - Henderson

9. Origin Kitchen + Bar

10. Joe Leo Fine Tex Mex

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