Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Dallas

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes in Dallas? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Mariano's Hacienda Mexican Cuisine Since 1971

4.9

4.9 (68)

$30 and under

Mexican

Upper Greenville

About the restaurant

Mariano’s Hacienda is a traditional Tex-Mex restaurant in Dallas dishing up Texas ranch cuisine amidst authentic ranch décor. Whether you’re looking for Southwestern classics like flame-roasted poblano stuffed with grilled chicken, steak fajitas or mesquite grilled camarones carlos y charlies with epazote white rice, the wide variety of dishes available at Mariano’s Hacienda will have something you’ll enjoy. Mariano’s also serves a wide variety of signature margaritas, curated by the founder of the restaurant, and inventor of the frozen margarita machine.

Focusing on mesquite whole logs, locally-sourced, farm-fresh produce and quality meats, Mariano’s Hacienda has been offering innovative dishes since opening in 1971. Mariano’s also offers a kids’ menu and has a private room for special events that you can contact the restaurant to reserve.

Top review

Joe

Dined on Jun 18, 2025

We checked with the waitress about military discounts, and she said it was only available for police, not military. Unfortunate.

The Standard Pour

4.9

4.9 (468)

$30 and under

American

Uptown

About the restaurant

The Standard Pour is a Craft Cocktail & Dining destination. Serving one of Dallas's most advanced Mixology Programs, as well as one of the Top 50 Bourbon selections in America, The Standard Pour remains a local neighborhood favorite with an incredible scratch kitchen and truly inviting service. Our seasonal menu of shared plates & entrees, compliments the artisanal selection of cocktails, spirits, and boutique wines by the glass. Located in the heart of Uptown, The Standard Pour offers a timeless, casual & yet sophisticated atmosphere. With warmly lit brick & dark woods, accented with filament sconces & library liquor shelves, The Standard Pour truly provides an easy to love environment for all occasions.

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Sharita

Dined on Jun 18, 2025

Everything was amazing the food and drinks were the best. I'll be back. 😊

Uchiba Dallas

4.8

4.8 (1561)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Uptown

About the restaurant

:: ADDITIONAL RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE ON RESTAURANT WEBSITE ::

A bar concept located on the 2nd floor from Chef Tyson Cole that incorporates elements of Uchi & expands that into a cocktail experience. Reservations are encouraged and can be booked online up to 1 month in advance. Walk-in bar seating is available and is subject to wait times. Patio seating is weather permitting and may be rescheduled in the event of inclement weather. We look forward to serving you, Kanpai!

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JulietVIP

Dined on Jun 18, 2025

Fantastic food, cocktails, and service – party of one to chill at the bar!

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4.8

4.8 (1420)

$30 and under

American

Uptown

About the restaurant

Moxies is one of the best restaurants in uptown Dallas, located in The Crescent, just minutes away from the American Airlines Center. Our newly renovated restaurant in Dallas boasts a globally inspired menu featuring freshly made, in-house dishes suitable for any dining occasion – from weekend brunch, lunch, dinner, Happy Hour or late night eats. It is also equipped with a large patio space and plenty of TVs, perfect for catching up on the latest sports events. Our venue is tailored for large group dining, accommodating bachelorette dinners, birthdays, and all celebrations with ease. Enjoy our beautiful array of handcrafted cocktails and an extensive wine list, featuring half-priced bottles every Wednesday

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LarryVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Have been here probably 75 times in the last 5 years. This was probably the last. Staff and service are great. The food has suffered greatly. It’s just not the amazing food it once was. It appears they have a menu refresh (which is a good thing) but must have a different chef. Same classics like poutine and chicken burger were awful. Major problems with food temperature. Burn my mouth hot or ice cold. It’s sad to see my once top go to in dallas lose its shine.

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Pie Tap Pizza + Rotisserie + Bar - Henderson Ave

4.8

4.8 (370)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Park Cities

About the restaurant

Operating on the philosophy that good food takes work, the Pie Tap Pizza + Rotisserie + Bar on Henderson Ave emphasizes the finest ingredients and dedication to premium technique in all they offer. Chef Giovanni Mauro has translated the classic techniques learned in his mother's kitchen to ensure that the dough, pies and all other dishes served at Pie Tap Pizza + Rotisserie + Bar exceed expectations. With a bar offering more than 35 taps emphasizing local beer, craft cocktails and specialty wines, you can pair your pizza, pasta or salad at Pie Tap Pizza + Rotisserie + Bar with only the best. The full menu is available online.

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Sarah

Dined on Jun 22, 2025

Server, Christian, was great. Food was absolutely delicious and the atmosphere was so pleasant. Exceptional experience all around and we will return!

Kessaku

4.8

4.8 (241)

$30 and under

Sushi

Downtown

About the restaurant

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.com

A 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.

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AlexVIP

Dined 4 days ago

Ambiance is amazing! Wish they had more seating, and was more comfortable. Despite this the view is spectacular, the drinks are delicious, and the food is so fresh. We got the cucumber salad which I will admit fell flat, although the salmon roll and spicy tuna roll made up for it! So fresh! The food did take a while to come, but our server was still amazing! Personable and interactive will definitely come back for Alexis! The lemon dessert was also so cute and flavorful!

Topgolf Swing Suites - Hilton Anatole

4.8

4.8 (28)

$50 and over

American

Design District

About the restaurant

Experience a new way to play. The Topgolf Swing Suite houses the most advanced golf and interactive gaming simulator that includes a variety of virtual games paired with comfortable lounge seating and food and beverage service. Three bays, located in the Grand Atrium.

Families, friends, business colleagues – Grab a bay and choose your game.

Options include playing 18 holes at Pebble Beach or 40+ other courses to dodgeball or football if golf isn’t your game. The fun never stops.

$60 per One Hour Bay Rental for up to 8 People

Birthdays, corporate gatherings or team building events can take place here.

For the most convenient parking, please use the Atrium side of the hotel. Topgolf Swing Suite is located in the Grand Atrium next to the gift shop.

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Drew

Dined on May 17, 2025

Hands down the best host we’ve ever had at a topgolf. He was great with the kids, immediately on top of anything we needed and went above and beyond the whole time.

Pie Tap Pizza + Rotisserie + Bar - Addison

4.7

4.7 (169)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Far North Dallas

About the restaurant

Operating on the philosophy that good food takes work, the Pie Tap Pizza + Rotisserie + Bar off Beltline Rd emphasizes the finest ingredients and dedication to premium technique in all they offer. Chef Giovanni Mauro has translated the classic techniques learned in his mother's kitchen to ensure that the dough, pies and all other dishes served at Pie Tap Pizza + Rotisserie + Bar exceed expectations. With a bar offering more than 35 taps emphasizing local beer, craft cocktails and specialty wines, you can pair your pizza, pasta or salad at Pie Tap Pizza + Rotisserie + Bar with only the best. The full menu is available online.

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Rahma

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

Our server, Sabrina, was great. She was very sweet and attentive. The food was amazing! We ordered two different pizzas and both were delicious. We even received a complimentary order of pizza dipping sauces after our waitress heard it was my first time at Pie Tap!

Community Beer Co.

4.7

4.7 (67)

$30 and under

Brewery

Design District

About the restaurant

Taproom & restaurant offers a wide range of dining options. And all the beverages! Our own brewed/distilled craft beer, hard seltzers, spirits/cocktails, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages. We also offer our own non-alcoholic beer!

Our kitchen serves a range of dishes, including: burgers, sandwiches, entree salads, apps, flatbreads, along with German-inspired dishes. Kids menus available too.

We are family and dog-friendly. Various seating options are available in our laid-back and welcoming spaces, including our taproom, patio, biergarten, and more. We love to host large parties at a number of our large "community tables!"

There's always something fun happening at Community Beer Co.!

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Connie

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

Very open and welcoming atmosphere. We celebrated Father’s Day and it was a fun day. Food was good, and of course beer was outstanding! Highly recommend this place to everyone.

Yellowtail Sushi Bar & Steak

4.7

4.7 (50)

$30 and under

Japanese

Downtown

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Victory Park Dallas next to the American Airlines Center. Yellowtail offers you high grade sashimi and sushi rolls. Also if you aren't a fan of sushi we have Japanese Teppanyaki (aka Hibachi).

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Chris

Dined 5 days ago

This place is a standout! The wagyu roll was rich and packed with flavor — an absolute must-try. The avocado roll was perfect, with creamy avocado and lobster mix created just the right texture. Every dish was fresh and beautifully plated. Service was friendly and attentive, and the vibe was relaxed yet refined. Can’t wait to come back!

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