Best Casual Restaurants in Uptown

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1. San Martin Uptown

4.6

Exceptional(54)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Uptown

Booked 20 times today

San Martin began in 1974With a small bakery and a big dream: to be the best. It's easy to say this, and sometimes it sounds cliché, but when you like what you do, everything points in the same direction. This is what has made us focus on offering high-quality products and a variety of bread, pastries, cakes, and coffee.We are an innovative group, and our main goal is to satisfy our customers through high-quality products, fresh and freshly baked bread and pastries, and exceptional service. We are a unique café and bakery concept where our customers have direct contact with the best and a wide variety of bread, pastries, snacks, cookies, cakes, and casual dining in a calm and cozy environment.

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2. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Uptown Dallas

4.7

Exceptional(345)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Uptown

Booked 19 times today

Blue Sushi Sake Grill unites creative ingredients with energetic vibes, premium cold sake with happy moments to give you a fresh and fun new way to experience sushi. Our sushi and grill menus allow you to explore your sushi favorites in new and unexpected ways. We like to say that sushi is for sharing, and our menu encourages it. Order a spread of all your maki, nigiri and sashimi favs from the sushi bar, and throw in a few orders of starters from the grill. We'll stagger your plates so you can savor it all bite-by-bite, and maximize the sushi experience you've been craving all week. If you're not sure where to start, tour the menu during Happy Hour, where all our guest favorites — from our sushi, grill and drink menus — are available at an amazing value. We offer Happy Hour every day of the week at Blue Sushi Sake Grill!

3. Doce Mesas

4.7

Exceptional(68)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Uptown

Booked 17 times today

We are very excited to announce that our third location officially opened on September 12th 2024 in the beautiful historic Maple Terrace development. From our dining area, all the way to our open patio, we went for a stunning modern design that is still comfortable and relaxing for catching up with old friends and making new ones!

4. Bar Colette

4.7

Exceptional(14)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Uptown

Booked 5 times today

From the creators of Namo, we bring you Bar Colette.Immerse yourself in an exquisite array of meticulously curated cocktails and spirits. A collection that merges the comfort of the known with the thrill of the enigmatic. We invite you to indulge in an experience that will embolden your senses where each sip promises an adventure to the far reaches of flavor and craft.Walk-ins are encouraged! We are accepting on very limited number of reservations. Due to our limited seating, we have a strict 10 minute grace period for all reservations. All reservations are for 90 minute time slots. Our food menu is served throughout the night. Dinner time slots are specifically designated for guests who would like to enjoy dinner. Please note that we do not accept cash as a form of payment. For parties larger than six guests or private events please contact us at info@barcolette.com.Bar Colette is a 21+ establishment.

5. Mar Y Sol

4.4

Awesome(484)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Latin American • Knox / Henderson

Booked 43 times today

MAR Y SOL Cocina Latina offers a culinary journey that spans the diverse and rich flavors of Latin America. As guests dine, they will find themselves immersed in an oasis that mirrors the beauty of nature and the finesse of skilled artisans. The menu at MAR Y SOL is a palette of traditional tastes reimagined, bringing a modern spin to classic cuisine by blending time-honored flavors with contemporary practices. Complementing the culinary experience, the cocktail menu flirts with the senses through a selection of robust flavors and captivating fruits native to the regions.

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6. San Marzano - Dallas

4.5

Awesome(84)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Uptown

Booked 10 times today

A fresh pasta palace from New York is coming to Texas: San Marzano, an Italian restaurant specializing in house-made pasta, located in the West Village neighborhood at 3700 McKinney Ave.

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7. Mot Hai Ba - Lakewood

4.9

Exceptional(1399)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Fusion / Eclectic • Lakewood / White Rock Lake

Booked 27 times today

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.

8. Elephant East

4.5

Awesome(334)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Asian • Uptown

Booked 11 times today

A joy ride for the senses with Pan-Asian-inspired cocktails & cuisine.We offer complimentary valet services located on Harwood St. If you prefer self-parking, we validate only for Parking Garage 10, which is at the corner of McKinnon St. & Randall St.

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9. D.L. Mack's - Hillcrest

4.8

Exceptional(168)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Park Cities

Booked 26 times today

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

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10. KANVAS By Kevin Kelley

3.5

Very Good(152)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Deep Ellum

Booked 52 times today

KANVAS By Kevin Kelley introduces a new, unmatched sports viewing lounge and elevated dining experience to Dallas, Texas, blending the excitement of live sports with fantastic foods and creative cocktails. Enjoy table-side flamed grilled nachos, lamb burgers, loaded baked potatoes, chicken wings, and more. KANVAS By Kevin Kelley motto, “Food, Drink, Experiences,” captures the essence of the establishment: Delivering exceptional cuisine, a wide range of creative beverages, and memorable moments for both the avid sports fan and the adventurous eater. Please call: 469-608-8498 or email brooks@kanvasusa.com for parties over 10*NO OUTSIDE FOOD/CAKES/DRINKSNO SMOKINGNO VAPING NO FLIP FLIPSNO SWIMWEAR/TANK TOPSIf you are past the 15 minute grace period your reservation will be forfeited then you will be accommodated as a walk-in.

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SusanVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •49 reviews
4.0
Dined 1 day ago
Enjoyed the patio. Service & food very good. Will be back again soon.
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Doce MesasPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Uptown
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4.7
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Lena
Los Angeles •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We had a great time at Blue Sushi downtown. We were a party of 11 and they gave us a semi private area. The wait staff was very attentive and fun. The food was good and both the teens and adults enjoyed it. We had no problems.
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Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Uptown DallasPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Uptown
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4.7
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LaToya
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 28, 2025
From the food to the ambience was amazing! The staff were the absolute sweetest! I loved it!!
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Mar Y SolPrice: Expensive• Latin American• Knox / Henderson
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4.4
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jun 14, 2025
Absolutely adore this place, cocktails, service, the people that work there 10/10. My only complaint is that the outdoor seating is almost insufferable due to the closed in but outdoor porch that neither allows for nor has any means of allowing air flow. If you make a reservation in the summer time DO NOT sit outside until they fix the extreme lack of air flow. But seriously their cocktails are so good and such a flavorful experience if you are a foodie you will love.
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Bar ColettePrice: Moderate• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Uptown
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4.7
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Julie and PhilVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •26 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 20, 2025
Nice quiet spot for dinner with great service, nice atmosphere, and healthy food choices.
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San Martin UptownPrice: Moderate• American• Uptown
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4.6

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