Best Restaurants for Local Ingredients in Downtown

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DowntownIrvingNorth DallasOak Cliff / Bishop ArtsPreston HollowSouth Dallas

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A photo of The Mansion Restaurant at Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek restaurant

1. The Mansion Restaurant at Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek

4.7

Exceptional(3275)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Contemporary American • Turtle Creek / Oak Lawn

Booked 43 times today

Comfortably sophisticated and welcoming, The Mansion Restaurant features new American cuisine with French influences, coupled with the freshest local ingredients. Executive Chef Charles Olalia has created refined yet approachable menus with bold flavors complemented by a curated wine selection.

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2. Stock & Barrel - Dallas

4.8

Exceptional(1348)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • South Dallas

Booked 15 times today

Stock & Barrel is a modern American Grill in the Bishop Arts District by Chef Jon Stevens.The menu features seasonally inspired cuisine. Guests experience a menu with a focus on the wood-fired grill.The menu appeals to both meat centric and vegetarian diners. The restaurant's design is modern rustic with industrial details and decor. We take reservations and offer our chef's counter for walk-ins.

3. Encina

4.9

Exceptional(930)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Oak Cliff / Bishop Arts

Booked 24 times today

Encina is a neighborhood gem in Dallas' Bishop Arts District, created by Chef Matt Balke and Corey McCombs. Named after the original designation of Uvalde, Texas—Matt's hometown—we bring elevated comfort foodto life through seasonal, farm-fresh ingredients. Since opening in October 2020, we've cultivated a "Cheers-like" atmosphere where regulars become family. Our culinary approach starts with quality local ingredients supported by fresh elements from local farmers. Chef Matt, a CIA graduate, creates dishes that honor simplicity and thoughtful execution. Our beverage program follows suit with approachable cocktails and a curated wine selection. Whether you're visiting for dinner, brunch, or happy hour, Encina offers a dining experience that's both familiar and exciting—like coming home to a meal prepared with love and expertise. We're proud of our team and the relationships we've built with our guests.Welcome to our table!

4. Texas Spice

4.0

Excellent(488)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 1 time today

Texas Spice, serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, captures the true flavor of Texas with an emphasis on local ingredients and southern style offering a twist on hometown classics. The innovative farm-to-market concept incorporates using the freshest ingredients to create great food and a casual dining experience. A rustic interior designed with repurposed materials that include the red brick walls, garage door style doors and wood details. Whether dining in the main dining room, a private dining room or on the spacious outdoor patio every guest is sure to feel connected to the history of Dallas while enjoying the comfort of a home cooked meal.Texas Spice at the Omni Dallas Hotel was recently certified as a 2-Star Certified Green Restaurant® by the Green Restaurant Association (GRA), a national nonprofit organization helping restaurants to become more environmentally sustainable.

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5. Terra - Eataly Dallas

4.3

Awesome(3369)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Preston Hollow

Booked 26 times today

Using local ingredients with Italian influences, Terra is Eataly’s premium wood-burning grill restaurant. Featuring dishes inspired by Italy’s 20 different regions, Terra’s menu changes with the seasons. Our dishes are all about letting the simple flavors shine, from our botanical and smoky cocktails, wood-grilled steaks with meats sourced from local farmers, all the way through our indulgent desserts and digestivi or caffe. For those looking for an outdoor dining experience, enjoy our expansive terrace with gorgeous Texas sunset views.

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6. Thirsty Lion - Dallas, TX

4.7

Exceptional(278)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Preston Hollow

Booked 6 times today

Offering gastropub fare and from-scratch cooking with a culinary commitment to local and seasonal ingredients, the food is both craveable and bold. At the bar, a wide range of local craft beers are available, an option for every palate and plate. Craft cocktails are made with fresh fruit purees, juices, and premium liquors, while wines come in 25 varieties. Enjoy your lunch, dinner, daily happy hour or weekend brunch craft brew while watching the game on one of the flat screens amidst an open kitchen, central bar and a patio that soaks up the sun. Whether it's a cozy dinner for two or lunch with the whole office, Thirsty Lion is the perfect destination for any party size, including large groups and events.

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7. Thirsty Lion - Irving, TX

4.2

Awesome(611)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Irving

Booked 17 times today

8. Chefika

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4.0

Excellent(1)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • North Dallas

Booked 10 times today

Chefika is a culinary gem where the vibrant flavors of Turkish cuisine blend with modern elegance in Dallas. Experience a warm atmosphere filled with intricate rugs, wicker light fixtures, and lush greenery. Our menu features authentic Turkish dishes made with fresh, local ingredients. Enjoy savory kebabs, tender lamb shanks, and delightful mezze platters. Don't miss our signature "Chefika Burger," a juicy creation cooked to your preference, or the "Grilled Branzino," imported from Greece and grilled to perfection. For a true feast, try our "Mixed Grill," showcasing a variety of grilled meats and vegetables. Start your meal with appetizers like "Spiced Lamb Meatballs," perfectly seasoned and served with a creamy sauce, or the refreshing "Beet Carpaccio" with thinly sliced beets, feta, and pistachios. Complete your dining experience with our exquisite pastries, crafted to satisfy your sweet tooth. Join us at Chefika for an unforgettable culinary journey.

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ScottVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •76 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Sadly, their experiment with the Winter Menu has hurt them significantly. It was very dead when we ate there on a Wednesday at prime time. Like 3 tables in the restaurant dead. The food is the back to their normal menu so if you liked it before, you still will. Honestly, it’s just overpriced for the quality, it decent, but you are paying $40+ for a piece of tuna or $30 for pasta, there are better places for the price. Service was uninspiring. He had nothing else to do, but was not really very friendly or attentive.
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Terra - Eataly DallasPrice: Expensive• Italian• Preston Hollow
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4.3
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Azlin
Tucson •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
The food was unique with great taste, and so were the cocktails. Our server was attentive and very friendly, as well as prompt. Really great experience!
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EncinaPrice: Expensive• Farm-to-table• Oak Cliff / Bishop Arts
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4.9
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OpenTable Diner
Austin •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
great food, original dishes, creative drinks, nice staff
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Stock & Barrel - DallasPrice: Expensive• American• South Dallas
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4.8
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Ronda
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 22, 2025
Enjoyed a wonderful lunch at the Mansion Restaurant. The food was delicious and the service was excellent!
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The Mansion Restaurant at Rosewood Mansion on Turtle CreekPrice: Very Expensive• Contemporary American• Turtle Creek / Oak Lawn
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4.7
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Emily
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined on Apr 20, 2025
We went for Easter Brunch and it was exceptional!
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Texas SpicePrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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