Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Garland

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DowntownLake HighlandsLakewood / White Rock LakeNorth DallasPark CitiesPlano

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19 restaurants available nearby

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A photo of Hudson House - Lakewood restaurant

1. Hudson House - Lakewood

4.8

Exceptional(398)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Lakewood / White Rock Lake

Booked 73 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."

2. JOEY Dallas

4.7

Exceptional(660)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • North Dallas

Booked 64 times today

Booking for 8+? Email us at dallas.reservations@joeyrestaurants.com. Located in NorthPark Center, JOEY Dallas features an expansive dining room, lounge, and patio with plenty of space for celebrations of any size. JOEY’s first location in Dallas displays works composed by renowned international and Texas-based artists with a vibrant, cosmopolitan aesthetic and edgy, western inspiration. JOEY Dallas is located on the first floor of NorthPark’s south corridor off Northwest Highway.

3. Steakyard

4.7

Exceptional(723)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Upper Greenville

Booked 22 times today

At STEAKYARD, you will find an elegant yet casual steakhouse where you can enjoy the exciting theater of an open kitchen with its massive wood-fired hearth.Serving comforting, eclectic American cuisine with deep European influences, STEAKYARD is the perfect place to satisfy the craving for great food, wine, cocktails, and life.Complementary Valet Parking Fridays and Saturdays.We do not reserve booths on Fridays and Saturdays due to high demand and reservations.

4. Texas

4.9

Exceptional(4198)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Richardson

Booked 26 times today

Texas is a top choice for special occasions due to its exceptional food and outstanding service. Reviewers consistently give high ratings, highlighting the great ambiance and welcoming atmosphere. Many have chosen Texas for special events like anniversaries and birthdays, finding the experience to be memorable. The Texas-Ranch home-feel and attentive staff also contribute to its popularity.

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5. Benihana - Dallas, TX

4.2

Awesome(4015)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Japanese • North Dallas

Booked 43 times today

Welcome to Benihana, a dining experience unlike any other! Our guests are seated at communal tables in groups, where your personal chef will perform the ancient art of Teppanyaki. Watch as we slice and dice, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well taste buds, whether you choose mouth-watering steak, tender chicken or succulent seafood. You can also enjoy sushi prepared by a talented sushi chef and indulge in a specialty cocktail.

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6. MoMo Italian Kitchen Lake Highlands

4.8

Exceptional(498)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Lake Highlands

Booked 5 times today

VOTED BEST ITALIAN in D' Magazine's Readers Choice 2022. The ONE AND ONLY MoMo. Located on Forest near Greenville, East of 75, Dallas' Original Authentic Italian restaurant focusing on the cuisine of the regions of Northern Italy serving Lake Highlands and Dallas since 1986. We are truly one of a kind an independent restaurant owned & operated by Wende & Aaron, local East Dallasites. We make everything onsite from classic Italian & family recipes including all of our sauces, our Italian sausage, pasta, desserts & more. We feature a full bar and an excellent wine list focusing on Italian Varietals with several non-Italian Wines. We offer our premium wines at some of the fairest prices in all of Dallas.Awarded best night out in Lake Highlands 3 years in a row!Warm & cozy atmosphere, with 2 dining rooms one with a fireplace one with a full bar and a large covered patio, perfect for all occasions, family dinner, casual night out, date night, family gathering, and rehearsal dinners.

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7. Silver Fox Steakhouse Richardson

4.7

Exceptional(2406)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Richardson

Booked 6 times today

Come and join us for the finest in Prime Steaks and Fresh Seafood. While dining enjoy the elegance of our beautiful cellar with over 2000 bottles of wine. It is our pleasure to offer you the best food, wine, and service.

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8. Woodlands American Grill

4.7

Exceptional(2431)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Preston Hollow

Booked 27 times today

Nestled on the northeast corner of Preston Road and Forest Lane in North Dallas, Woodlands is an inspired choice for lunch or dinner. Whether you are entertaining business associates at lunch or catching up with your best friends over dinner, Woodlands is the perfect spot. Inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright’s famous Falling water House, natural stone, beautiful hardwoods and clean, contemporary lines combine to create a modern setting for the polished menu of innovative American favorites. Our passion for excellence is reflected in the simple, elegant menu offerings.

9. The Mercury

4.8

Exceptional(3336)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Global, International • Preston Hollow

Booked 31 times today

July 1st Tequila Tasting Dinner! Award Winning Contemporary American cuisine. Exceptional food in a neighborhood atmosphere.

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10. Jeng Chi Restaurant

4.9

Exceptional(342)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Taiwanese • Richardson

Booked 21 times today

The Teng family welcomes you to our dining room, bar and bakery. We are a full service restaurant with an emphasis on the juicy dumplings. Our signature dish is the Small Juicy Steamed Dumpling, the pork dumpling with the soup inside. The extensive menu with dishes from Taiwan, Northern China and a few Sichuan dishes will suit the tastes of your family, friends and coworkers. Our quality dishes, excellent service and welcoming atmosphere make us the perfect restaurant for gatherings large or small. Jeng Chi is the house of joy.

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5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Everything was delicious. Our waiter and host were friendly and helpful. The evening was a delightful experience.
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St. Louis •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
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Hudson House - Lovers LanePrice: Expensive• American• Park Cities
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4.8
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PamVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •42 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The food is consistently very good. I recommend the Mediterranean bowl-it’s the best bowl of its type I’ve ever had. Loved our server-very friendly and efficient.
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JOEY DallasPrice: Expensive• American• North Dallas
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4.7
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Rohan
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Best restaurant and vibes in all of Dallas; the ambiance and level of customer service are impeccable, the environment is very energetic and inclusive, the food is hot, and the service is quick. No need to call for a server; they will serve you before you need anything. Loved the experience and loved the food even more.
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Haywire - PlanoPrice: Expensive• American• Plano
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4.8
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MarnaVIP
New York City •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jun 10, 2025
Great food and it is always consistent. The service was wonderful.
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Hudson House - LakewoodPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Lakewood / White Rock Lake
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4.8

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