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1. The Market Cafe at Bonton Farms
4.6
Exceptional(37)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Southeast Dallas
"We grow and raise the best food right here in the city. From chickens and eggs to local honey and honey butter, to the freshest vegetables you can find, we do it at Bonton Farms. We are so much more than a farm. We use our farm to help restore lives, create jobs, and ignite hope in the inner-city community of Bonton in South Dallas." (-Daron Babcock)We are a farm to table restaurant that serves Southern fare that feeds the soul; Chef Amber's menu items rotate often and change seasonally as we partner with our farm teams to bring you the freshest harvested ingredients. We have a bright & inviting dining room and our charming, farm-side patio is the perfect place to host your special events; our catering team will create a one-of-a-kind experience.The Market Cafe at Bonton Farms is here to help spread awareness and support our mission: we transform lives by disrupting systems of inequity, laying a foundation where change yields health, wholeness and opportunity as the norms.
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2. Fearing's
4.8
Exceptional(6223)
Price: Very Expensive
• Southwest • Uptown
Booked 29 times today
With its lively personality, warm welcome and the “Bold Flavors-No Borders” cuisine of celebrity chef Dean Fearing (the godfather of Modern Texas Cuisine), Fearing’s is a “can’t miss” stop in Dallas. One of the most popular and acclaimed restaurants in Texas, Fearing’s attracts everyone from celebrities, rock stars, local diners and business travelers -- to heads of state and people who just plain love great food from Texas and the Southwest.Join us in one of our seven unforgettable indoor and heated outdoor settings, ranging from casual to elegant, and including the legendary and always fun Rattlesnake Bar. Welcome to Fearing’s Restaurant – where Texas friendliness and great service are always available. And don’t forget to ask to meet Dean Fearing -- chef, recording artist, guitar connoisseur and best-selling author of The Texas Food Bible. If you’re lucky, he may just stop by your table to give you his own personal welcome.
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3. Crown Block
4.6
Exceptional(2819)
Price: Very Expensive
• American • Downtown
Booked 133 times today
Poised high above the Dallas skyline atop Reunion Tower, Crown Block offers a culinary experience to surpass that of the typical steakhouse, complemented by an approachable, stylish environment in celebration of all things grilled, seared and roasted. A fine balance between steak, seafood and plant-based cuisine, featuring ingredients from regional farms, ranches and the Gulf of Mexico. The Rare Steak program embraces a range of offerings that includes Prime Beef, Texas Wagyu, and Japanese A5 Wagyu and is complimented by a sushi and chilled seafood display, a dessert bar with pastry chefs in action, as well as signature craft cocktails and an extensive wine list.Wine and dine on another level with breathtaking views of the city. This isn’t just a steakhouse, this rises above them all.
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4. Paparazzi Chophouse
4.6
Exceptional(115)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 84 times today
Inspired by the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, Paparazzi Chophouse takes a fresh spin on the traditional steakhouse experience with an innovative menu and modern allure.Amidst the chic ambiance adorned with silky wallpaper, sumptuous velvet booths, and unique photo ops - Paparazzi promises a fun, unforgettable dining experience.Our culinary offerings will feature the highest quality cuts of steaks and chops, ensuring a feast for the senses. Expect a diverse array of offerings ranging from classic entrees and appetizers, to elevated dishes with a southern twist.
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5. The Henry - Dallas
4.7
Exceptional(2969)
Price: Moderate
• American • Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW) Corridor
Booked 143 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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6. Rooftop at The Henry - Dallas
4.3
Awesome(348)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW) Corridor
Booked 3 times today
Bursting with charm and energy, The Henry Rooftop Bar is a staple in Uptown Dallas. Above a restaurant that feels like home, guests can come and go with ease while sitting above the lively hustle and bustle of downtown. Brunch with a friend? Check. Dinner with family? Check. Refreshing post-work cocktail with show-stopping views of the city? Check, check, check. The Henry does it all with effortless style and endless warmth. Our rooftop bar is an inviting mix of modern and classic influences, an ode to Gatsby-era grace. For craveable good eats and downright delicious cocktails, your go-to is a local treasure where you’re always amongst friends: The Henry, truly the greatest neighborhood restaurant.
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7. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Dallas
4.5
Awesome(9416)
Price: Moderate
• Southern • Downtown
Booked 137 times today
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. Parties of 7+ call: 469-841-0073 between the hours of 8am to 7pm. If you are past the 15 minute grace period your reservation will be forfeited then you will be accommodated as a walk-in.Proper Dress Attire Required.• No Tank Tops• No Athletic Slides or Flip Flops (Regardless of brand)• No Crocs• No Explicit Clothing• No Sagging• No Revealing Attire • No Jerseys• No Hoods, Durags, Stocking Caps, etc on While Dining*NO OUTSIDE FOOD/CAKES/DRINKSWhile we do recognize special circumstances, it is solely at our team’s discretion to allow exceptions.
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8. Monarch
4.7
Exceptional(549)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • East Dallas
Booked 10 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*** We will do our best to accommodate any window request. To guarantee a window, reservations must be booked online at www.monarchrestaurants.com. ***
A photo of Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown Dallas restaurant
9. Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown Dallas
4.9
Exceptional(4840)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Downtown
Booked 111 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.
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10. Tei-An
4.8
Exceptional(40)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Arts District
Booked 9 times today
Chef Teiichi Sakurai, well-known as the founder of Teppo (1995) and Tei Tei (1998), opened Tei-An in 2008 at One Arts Plaza. Chef Sakurai continues the pursuit of introducing authentic Japanese culinary culture to Dallas through ancient techniques and years of mastering the fragile and sophisticated soba noodle. Called "The crown jewel of Japanese dining in Dallas" by former Dallas Morning News restaurant critic Leslie Brenner, Tei-An continues to induct diners into the art of dining at a traditional, yet modern, Japanese soba noodle house.

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