Best Restaurants for a Quick Bite in Design District

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1. The Mexican

4.7

Exceptional(1336)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Mexican • Design District

Booked 126 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.

2. The Charles

4.9

Exceptional(236)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary Italian • West Dallas

Booked 41 times today

A collaboration between Chas Martin, Chef J Chastain, Benji Homsey, and Ross and Corbin See of Sees Design, The Charles is a nightly eatery where Italian design and cuisine are interpreted through a Texas lens.

A photo of Commons Club at Virgin Hotels Dallas restaurant

3. Commons Club at Virgin Hotels Dallas

4.3

Awesome(725)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • West Dallas

Booked 10 times today

Commons Club is a Dallas restaurant that serves creatively prepared, Gulf Coast-inspired fare that will have you asking for seconds, or even thirds. Where bold flavors come together with heartfelt hospitality for a truly memorable meal. Located on the ground floor of Virgin Hotels Dallas, Commons Club is the perfect hub to meet, eat & celebrate. Pull up a seat at The Bar for craft cocktails with good company, laze away under the sun on our pet-friendly patio, or gather your crew for a celebratory dinner in The Kitchen. Under the leadership of Executive Chef Andy Papson, the Commons Club menus spotlight fresh seafood & vibrant creole flavors. Guest favorites include the Snapper Ceviche, Shrimp & Grits, Short Rib Ossobuco & Chef Andy's award winning Key Lime Pie.Satisfy your every craving with an exciting lineup of live music and entertainment. From trivia games to a boozy vinyl brunch, every night at Commons Club is one to remember.

4. Carbone Vino

4.4

Awesome(154)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Design District

Booked 5 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.

5. Meddlesome Moth

4.8

Exceptional(3576)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Design District

Booked 68 times today

Dallas' original gastropub, The Moth is a full-service restaurant in the Design District featuring custom cocktails and one of the finest selections of hand-crafted beers in the US. With 40 Beers on tap! We feature local seasonal menu items and offer fresh blackboard specials daily. Our Covered (and enclosed) patio and Beer Garden are spacious for dining al fresco. Reservations are encouraged.

A photo of Delucca Pizza & Wine - Dallas restaurant

6. Delucca Pizza & Wine - Dallas

4.5

Awesome(1884)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Design District

Booked 39 times today

Delucca is an upscale pizzeria serving a 5-course dining experience all for one price. You’ll enjoy a variety of savory and dessert pizzas served rodizio-style as well as exceptional wines and craft cocktails or mocktails in a lively and stylish space in the heart of the Dallas Design District. We bring all courses directly to the table. Each meal includes an arugula salad with lemon honey vinaigrette, lobster bisque, Wagyu meatballs, and endless savory and dessert pizzas. Try Brazilian specialties like our Catupiry Pizza, global flavors like our Turkish Lamb Pizza, classics like our Cupping Pepperoni Pizza or one of our vegetarian choices like the Four Cheese & Truffle Pizza. Save room for our dessert pizzas such as Dulce de Leche or Nutella. Join us for Brunch on Sundays or Weekday Happy Hours! Ask about our private room for your next party or meeting. It’s an endless pizza experience perfect for any occasion: a date night, family gathering or large group celebration.

A photo of Ferris Wheelers Backyard and BBQ restaurant

7. 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!

8. Catch Dallas

4.5

Awesome(313)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Uptown

Booked 100 times today

CATCH DALLAS COMBINES THE BEST SEAFOOD, SUSHI, AND STEAK WITH EXCELLENT SERVICE AND AN ENERGETIC VIBE IN THE HEART OF UPTOWN DALLAS AT MAPLE TERRACE. THE MENU FEATURES ELEVATED CLASSICS AND PREMIUM SPECIALTIES-LIKE SUSHI FROM TOYKO'S TOYOSU MARKET AND JAPANESE WAGYU COOKED TABLESIDE ON A HOT ROCK-ALL SERVED IN A STUNNING 16,000-SQUARE-FOOT SPACE WITH A TWO-LEVEL OUTDOOR PATIO AND ICONIC PRIVATE DINING ROOM, THE EMERALD ROOM. BY NIGHT, ENJOY SIGNATURE DISHES LIKE THE CATCH ROLL, TRUFFLE SASHIMI, AND CANTONESE LOBSTER PAIRED PERFECTLY WITH BESPOKE MARTINIS, HANDCRAFTED COCKTAILS, AND GLOBALLY SOURCED WINES. BY DAY, EXPERIENCE AN EXTRAVAGANT SUNDAY BRUNCH FEATURING SUSHI AND SEAFOOD TOWERS, A TRAVELING CAVIAR CART, EXPERTLY CARVED MEATS, AND ELEVATED BREAKFAST CLASSICS.

9. EVELYN

4.7

Exceptional(103)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Design District

Booked 117 times today

EVELYN, an old Hollywood-inspired steakhouse & lounge. A glamorous, timeless concept embodying the allure and mystique of Hollywood's Golden Age.

A photo of Nick & Sam's Steakhouse restaurant

10. Nick & Sam's Steakhouse

4.5

Awesome(9609)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Uptown

Booked 102 times today

Situated minutes from Downtown, Nick & Sam’s is a contemporary steakhouse featuring selections of prime meats as well as American and Australian Kobe and a variety of seafood. We offer a mostly American wine list of over 400 labels plus an international selection, with 20 wines by the glass.USA Today says “well-done”, ZAGAT “very good to excellent” and a 2008 recipient of the Five Diamond Star Award.

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Michael
Chicago / Illinois •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
James was our waiter and was simply the best. Knowledgeable about the menu items and provided fantastic recommendations. If you get to eat one meal in Dallas, go to The Charles and ask for James.
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The CharlesPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary Italian• West Dallas
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4.9
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KemileVIP
Baltimore / Maryland •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Love the ambiance and love the 70’s/80’s playlist. Food was very good had the BBQ shrimp and Short rib which was tender falling off the bone. Service was also very great. Really enjoyed the experience.
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Commons Club at Virgin Hotels DallasPrice: Expensive• American• West Dallas
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4.3
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elisaVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •156 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The service is always amazing. Such a friendly staff. Meals are done quickly. The chicken is so tasty, great marinade. We go there every Saturday and are so bummed they are closing. So so bummed.
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Meddlesome MothPrice: Expensive• American• Design District
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4.8
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Jenna
Tulsa •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
All the dishes were incredible and the ambience is so chill. Will definitely be back!
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Carbone VinoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Design District
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4.4
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Ian
Washington, D.C. Area •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 22, 2025
The food was excellent, the staff were great, and the ambiance was trendy.
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The MexicanPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Design District
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4.7

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