Best Fun Restaurants in Downtown

173 restaurants available nearby

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1. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Dallas

4.5

$$$$

• American • Downtown

Booked 162 times today

15% gratuity is included on all checks. 20% gratuity is included on all checks of parties 6+.Created to deliver the best in food, drinks and vibes to Dallas, Texas, Kitchen + Kocktails is here to please. A dynamic comfort food restaurant at its core, Kitchen + Kocktails will focus on nicely plated comfort foods, including flavored fried chicken and lobster tails, shrimp and grits, creative waffles and other southern classics made with a twist. As of 9.7.22 We will no longer be allowing any outside foods including but not limited to cakes, cupcakes, or desserts, ect. DRESS CODE:We are enforcing a dress code disallowing guests from appearing in tank tops, flip flops, slides (regardless of brand), clothes with explicit attire, sagging, some bodysuits, jerseys and attire that does not meet K+K expectation.Men: NO headwear is allowed. This includes, ball caps, skull caps, hoods, durags, etc.

2. Monarch

4.8

Exceptional(316)

$$$$

• Italian • East Dallas

Booked 8 times today

Monarch is a wood-fired, modern Italian restaurant serving handmade pasta, steaks, and grilled seafood. The overall approach to preparation is light, fresh and technique driven. Our generous staff and sultry atmosphere promise an unforgettable experience designed to be the ultimate expression of luxury dining in Dallas. Visit us online for additional reservation availability - www.monarchrestaurants.com

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3. Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown Dallas

4.8

Exceptional(3611)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 62 times today

When visiting the restaurant, patrons descend 18 feet underground in a canopied glass elevator, accessed from street level, for a culinary experience unlike any other. The American Steakhouse offers an expansive 1,800 square foot subterranean courtyard allowing patrons to dine al fresco and enjoy a New Orleans-inspired exterior space. This cool oasis is complete with a 20 foot, 5-tiered granite water wall, multi-tiered landscaping, lava rock fire pit, and black granite bar. Dakota's below-ground patio has long been considered one of the city's most romantic dining spots.We believe the best steaks come from the best cut and quality. That’s why we get all of our beef fresh from renowned beef purveyors, Allen Brothers. Each cut is corn and grain fed USDA Prime steak that our chef handpicks. Each steak is aged for a minimum of 28 days for a perfectly tender, juicy bite every time.It is our goal to give you a great meal every time you join us for lunch or dinner.

4. Kessaku

4.5

Awesome(159)

$$$$

• Sushi • Downtown

Booked 8 times today

Located on the 50th floor of The National, Kessaku is a cocktail and sake lounge serving Dallas’ freshest, globally sourced fish and seafood.The Kessaku team has built a world-class collection of cocktails, sake and Japanese Whiskey that will blow your sushi-loving mind. Visit us online for additional reservation availability - www.kessakurestaurants.comA creation of Chef Danny Grant and Chef Hari Chan, Kessaku offers elegant sushi made with fresh, globally sourced fish and warm artisanal rice. The menu showcases an array of nigiri, sashimi and rolls from the very traditional to the unexpected.Kessaku, which means masterpiece in Japanese, boasts 360-degree views of the Dallas skyline from the historic observation deck at the top of The National. The intimate 60-seat restaurant is lavishly designed to feel like a hidden club in London where every corner of the space tells a story unlike any other in Dallas.

5. Sweet Tooth Hotel

3.9

Excellent(11)

$$$$

• Cocktail Bar • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

Sweet Tooth Hotel features interactive art installations for exploration and the Calirosa Tequila Cocktail Lounge as the cherry on top! Guests can explore a curated menu of craft cocktails (with a focus on our partner Calirosa Tequila) and sweet treats, while immersing themselves in the glimmering infinity mirror bar and custom light show. You'll also have the option to top your drinks with delicious flavors of Flossie's Cotton Candy. Bonus, you can visit the Calirosa Cocktail Lounge any time without a ticket to Sweet Tooth Hotel! It's the perfect place whether you're meeting friends, on a date or celebrating a special event. We can rent out the entire cocktail lounge for special occasions. We're located in the heart of downtown Dallas within walking distance of The National / Thompson Hotel, AT&T Discovery District and the Giant Eyeball.We offer free night time and weekend parking in the Tower Garage with ticket validation.

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6. Lit Kitchen & Lounge

new

2.6

(85)

$$$$

• Fusion / Eclectic • Downtown

Booked 6 times today

Chef Jimmy Tessier, native of Fall River Mass, brings 30 years of progressive culinary experience to the Dallas scene. A protégé of celebrity Chef Emeril Lagasse, Chef Jimmy spent 18 years in Las Vegas opening 11 restaurants to his credentials. Chef Jimmy describes his food as "fusion", a steakhouse with swag incorporating French, Italian, and Japanese dishes.

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7. The Zodiac Room at Neiman Marcus - Downtown Dallas

4.9

Exceptional(870)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 11 times today

For over 65 years, the Zodiac at Neiman Marcus in the Downtown Dallas location has been the place to dine in Dallas. Housed on the 6th floor of the flagship store, Stanley Marcus first conceived this restaurant as a convenience for out of town customers who were spending a full day shopping in the store. Looking to host an event? We pride ourselves on creating the perfect menu and ambience for your event in our chic and inviting atmosphere. Pamper the glowing bride- or mother-to-be in your life with the shower of her dreams or a lavish luncheon.

8. Midnight Rambler

4.2

Awesome(29)

$$$$

• Cocktail Bar • Uptown

Booked 1 time today

Get down, downtown. Midnight Rambler is a subterranean cocktail lounge inside The Joule hotel. An elevated and inventive cocktail menu by award-winning bartender Gabe Sanchez is complimented by the bar’s warm, gilded glow. Try the pineapple drink. Catch a live DJ. Order a beer and a shot. Be transported to another place and time. Available for private events, full and partial buyouts. For parties of 8 or more, a customary 20% service charge will automatically included. Email events@thejouledallas.com to inquire.

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9. The Henry - Dallas

4.7

Exceptional(2253)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW) Corridor

Booked 119 times today

Welcome to the greatest neighborhood restaurant, a place where you can always count on a warm welcome from baristas, servers and bartenders who know your order by heart. A fusion of industrial and classical influences, our open dining spaces are bursting with charm and energy. Come and go with ease for your morning coffee, enjoy lunch with a colleague, gather the family together for dinner, or treat yourself to a post-work drink at the bar. For craveable eats and downright delicious cocktails, look no further than a place where you'll always be among friends, a place that feels like home: The Henry.

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10. Haywire - Uptown Dallas

4.7

Exceptional(1579)

$$$$

• American • East Dallas

Booked 92 times today

We live at the intersection of simple and sophisticated. Where hearty meets refined. Where low-key meets high note. We are part of the Texas story, you are a part of ours, and we invite you to take the journey through the Haywire experience.

Best Fun Restaurants in Downtown

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173 restaurants available nearby

1. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Dallas

2. Monarch

3. Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown Dallas

4. Kessaku

5. Sweet Tooth Hotel

6. Lit Kitchen & Lounge

7. The Zodiac Room at Neiman Marcus - Downtown Dallas

8. Midnight Rambler

9. The Henry - Dallas

10. Haywire - Uptown Dallas

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