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El Carlos Elegante, Dallas, TX

El Carlos Elegante

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4.9
4.9
253 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
1400 N Riverfront Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207-3912

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 62 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
El Carlos Elegante is a Mexican-inspired eatery that is open for dinner service and showcases beloved Latin cooking traditions through the chef team’s talent and creativity. Patrons can enjoy large cuts of high-end, Argentinian-style wood-fired meats and fish, a stunning crudo selection, house-made tortillas, as well as traditional masa-based dishes relevant to the heart of Mexico. The restaurant also features a seasonal craft cocktail menu and a standout Mezcal program, as well as a global list of wines and champagnes.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (214) 277-1800
  • Website
    https://elcarloselegante.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Duro Culinary Team
  • Private party facilities
    Book your next private experience at El Carlos Elegante! Celebrate any occasion in our Mexico City-inspired venue—whether it's an intimate dinner, company party, or special gathering. Our team curates an unforgettable, exclusive evening tailored just for you.
  • Private party contact
    Michelle Johnson, our Private Event Coordinator,: (469) 243-1155

Experiences

  • Mother's Day Brunch at El Carlos

    May 11, 2025 only
    This Mother's Day, El Carlos is opening its doors for an exclusive, one-day-only affair. From 11 AM to 3 PM, indulge in a luxe pre-fixe menu for $99 per person—because Mothers deserve a little Elegante Experience. Whether you're toasting with bubbles at brunch or savoring something spectacular for dinner, this is your chance to experience El Carlos like never before. Seats are limited, and trust us—you won’t want to miss this.
    Mother's Day Brunch at El Carlos Photo

Private dining

Menu

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What 253 people are saying

El Carlos Elegante reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Dallas - Fort Worth

    American

  • Dallas

    Best Overall

  • Dallas

    Best Food

  • Dallas

    Innovative

  • Dallas

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Carlos Elegante offers an exquisite dining experience with "outstanding food" and "amazing service." Patrons praise the vibrant atmosphere, exceptional cocktails, and thoughtful dishes like the "Pork al Pastor" and "Charred Octopus." The restaurant's staff, including standout servers like Chris and Katy, provide attentive service, making special occasions memorable.

253 Reviews

  1. Jacs VIP

    London11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Been wanting to come here for ages. Absolutely did not disappoint. Food on point , drinks amazing and atmosphere bang on . Loved it

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  2. Taylor VIP

    Dallas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El Carlos Elegante was one of the best meals I’ve had in years! By far one of the best restaurants in Dallas. The food was fresh, creative, inspiring and interesting. The service was above and beyond! Our waiter, Luis, asked for our names and he remembered them throughout the meal. He suggested an appropriate amount of food and perfect mix for tasting through the menu. His passion for service and the restaurant overflowed from him. Our party of 4 agreed that we hadn’t had service like that in a very long time. What an INCREDIBLE experience at El Carlos Elegante. I’ll definitely be back!

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  3. Jake

    Nashville3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Don’t say this lightly but may have been one of the best restaurants I’ve been to. Food and service was A++

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  4. Jose VIP

    Dallas20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing, the drinks excellent and very good ambiance!

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  5. kate VIP

    Dallas4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a favorite dinner place. Perfect for a date night, dinner with friends, or a great meal at the bar. Consistently incredible food and service, time after time.

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  6. Ann-Marie VIP

    Dallas21 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience at Carlos Elegante, last night. The ambiance was warm and inviting, the service patient and attentive, and the food and drinks were outstanding. As a longtime fan of Duro Hospitality Group, it was a pleasure to have Harry personally stop by and share his excitement about their newest concept. I look forward to visiting Norman’s soon!

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  7. Hemant VIP

    Dallas24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing. Fabulous. Spectacular. The food is as close to Oaxaca as you can without a passport. Sit at the bar. Make friends. Do the experience or order a la carte. Have a cocktail or three. You will go back often and ECE will quickly become of your favs.

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  8. Alex VIP

    Dallas13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was very good, some of the dishes unexpected and the service great as with other sister restaurants.

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  9. Tim

    Nashville1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is my favorite spot in Dallas. The wait staff is always very attentive and knowledgeable. The food and drinks never disappoint. The duck confit masa is unreal, an absolute must order.

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  10. Bonnie VIP

    Dallas65 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Very hip restaurant. Great service. A lot of delicious food to share. Extremely loud and hard to hear.

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FAQs

El Carlos Elegante is rated 4.9 stars by 253 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 62 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for El Carlos Elegante

1400 N Riverfront Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207-3912

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    West Dallas
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Duro Culinary Team
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
  • Website
    https://elcarloselegante.com/
  • Phone number
    (214) 277-1800
  • Private party facilities
    Book your next private experience at El Carlos Elegante! Celebrate any occasion in our Mexico City-inspired venue—whether it's an intimate dinner, company party, or special gathering. Our team curates an unforgettable, exclusive evening tailored just for you.
  • Private party contact
    Michelle Johnson, our Private Event Coordinator,: (469) 243-1155
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