Neighborhood Services - Lovers

4.8

2062 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 36 times today

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

Since 2007, Neighborhood Services - Lovers Lane, is the original and beloved first restaurant from Chef Nick Badovinus. Tried and true, it remains the heart of the Highland Park neighborhood. Pride is taken in offering delicious and diverse menu options reflecting the city's culinary diversity. The original Neighborhood Service’s ambiance exudes a warm and friendly atmosphere, making it a popular gathering spot for locales and those afar. From the attentive staff, to the carefully selected meats and seafood, this restaurant aims to create a memorable dining experience that captures the essence of Dallas' vibrant food culture.

"Serving Honest Food & Drink in the American Tradition."
- Nick Badovinus

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Meat
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(214) 350-5027
Website
http://www.nhstheoriginal.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Nick Badovinus

Location
5027 W Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75209
Neighborhood
Park Cities
Cross street
Inwood Road
Parking details
Complimentary Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Featured in

Popular dishes

East Coast Oysters
Half doz / cocktail / mignonette. Not available for take home
Ceviche a la Minute
red fresno / cilantro / smoked trout roe / yuzu vinaigrette
By Hand Noodles
mixed / rolled / cut / fitting sauce
Fish No.1 & Fish No.2
simply prepared / presented à la carte
Always Premium Cut
always prime / always well-aged / always on the bone

Daily Plates

limited quantities available

Tuesday

Chicken Fricassee Pot Pie$23.00
cheddar crust / root vegetables / dressed chicory

Wednesday

Butcher's Prime Meatloaf*$24.00
creamed russets / tobacco onions

Thursday

Short Rib Stroganoff$31.00
buttered fettuccine / crème fraîche / chicory salad

Friday

Double Cut Chicken Parm$28.00
fra diavolo / mozzarella gratin / salad milanese

Saturday

Angry Lobster$42.00
green chile-cheddar polenta / spiced charred tomato meunière

Sunday

Fried Chicken & Fixin's$0.00
creamed russets / braised collards / bone gravy

Starts & Small Plates

Crispy Asparagus$13.00
lemon-dill dressing / parm
Butcher's Prime Meatballs*$15.00
PtR bleu / original voodoo sauce
Dutch Mussels in White Wine $17.00
1# / lots of butter / garlic / crusty bread
Short Rib Nachos$17.00
pico / charred green onion / crème fraîche
Fried Gulf Shrimp$18.00
seatown seafood sauce
Jonah Crab & Green Chile Dip$19.00
parm gratin / charred tomato-cucumber salsa / red sea-salted corn chips

Flatbreads

Smoked Salmon$18.00
fried capers / red onion / dill creme fraiche / lemon / herb oil
Mediterranean$18.00
kalmata olive / grape tomato / red onion / feta / tzatziki
Pancetta & Pineapple$18.00
house made ricotta / red fresno / oregano / fresh cracked pepper

Soup & Salad Course

Tortilla Soup$11.00
roasted chicken / avocado / colby & pepper jack blend
Young Greens $13.00
breakfast radish / tomato / brioche croutons / parm / buttermilk ranch / white balsamic vinaigrette
Wedge "My Way"$15.00
iceberg / applewood bacon / marinated grape tomato / red onion / creamy PtR bleu dressing
Caesar$16.00
caesar dressing / parm / horseradish gremolata

Main Plates

Fish & Chips$22.00
malted vinegar cole slaw / classic dill tartar
Bacon Cheddar Primo Burger $23.00
daily ground prime angus chuck / tillamook / iceberg / tomato / mayonnaise / caramelized onion / sea-salted russet frites
Short Rib Enchiladas$24.00
colby & pepper jack / pico / crème fraîche
Chicken Piccata$30.00
grilled asparagus / lemon caper pan sauce
Gulf Shrimp & Linguini $31.00
excessive parsley / cracked black pepper / lemon caper beurre blanc / parm
Veal Shoulder Schnitzel$34.00
cracked pepper spaetzle / dressed chicory / grape tomato / honeycrisp / parm
Seared Scallops$36.00
pancetta / green chile-cheddar polenta / charred tomato meunière

Live Fire Grilled Cuts

Conner's Pork Chop$39.00
14oz berkshire / creamed russets / roasted bone gravy
Flat Iron Steak Frites$41.00
10oz 'london broil' style / dressed arugula / original voodoo sauce
A Nice Filet$52.00
8oz ABA Angus tenderloin / lil' bacon-cheddar potato gratin
Steak Frites Deluxe $59.00
16oz ABA Angus ribeye / dressed arugula / original voodoo sauce

Sides & Shares

Russet Frites$8.00
cut daily / twice fried / secret sauce
Green Chile-Cheddar Grits$11.00
they're delicious
Roasted Brussels & Pancetta$13.00
maple / lemon
Asparagus a la Plancha$14.00
brown butter
Creamed Russets$11.00
roasted bone gravy
Loaded Potato Gratin$13.00
colby jack / bacon / crème fraîche / green onion
Mac & Cheese Casserole$15.00
the gold standard / parm gratin

Desserts

Banana Pudding
nilla wafers / meringue / whipped cream
Chocolate Lava Cake
chocolate ganache / vanilla ice cream
Boone's Banana Split
banana / ice cream / chocolate ganache / whipped cream / caramel / cherry on top
Fried Pie
changes on the regular
Butterscotch Pots de Crème
classic prep / since '08

House Cocktails

Salty Mousse$14.00
tito's vodka / pamplemousse / grapefruit / cane sugar
Track Six Peach Gimlet $14.00
tito's vodka or fords gin / peach / honey / lemon
Poblano Fix$14.00
el tesoro blanco tequila / pineapple poblano / lime / tajin salt
Blood Orange Margarita $14.00
pueblo viejo blanco / cointreau / lime / tajin
Gold Rush $14.00
evan Williams single barrel / honey / lemon / bitters
Red Blooded Manhattan $15.00
red blooded rittenhouse rye single barrel / amer / sweet vermouth / brandied cherries
Pop's Martini Salad$15.00
kettle one vodka / bleu cheese olives / house-pickled vegetable skewer
Texas Old Fashioned$15.00
red blooded rittenhouse rye single barrel or elijah craig bourbon / dr pepper reduction / bitters / citrus twist

Beer Selections

High Life (Pony)$3.00
PBR$4.00
Lone Star $4.00
Dos Equis$5.00
Heineken$5.00
Miller Lite$5.00
Coors Banquet or Light$5.00
Heineken 0.0$5.00
Mickey's Big Mouth$5.00
Shiner Bock $6.00
Stella Artois$6.00
Sculpin IPA $8.00

Red Blooded Single Barrel Selections

Sazerac Rye 6yr$14.00
90 pf / barrel #052 / barreled 12.16.15 / Frankfort, KY
Rittenhouse Rye$16.00
100 pf / barrel #7990234 / schenley rickhouse / barreled 03.26.18
Corazon Reposado $16.00
80 pf / casa san matias / single estate / blanton's bourbon barrel finished / rested 11 months
Buffalo Trace Single Barrel $18.00
90 pf / barrel #304 / barreled 4.22. 15 / Frankfort, KY
Maker's Mark Private Select$20.00
109.3 pf / the un-made / unique stave finish / Loretto, KY
Elijah Craig Private Barrel 8yr$28.00
127 pf / barrel 36669362 / rickhouse AA / barreled 01.16.14 / Bardstown, KY

Bourbon

Wild Turkey$12.00
101 pf
Eagle Rare 10 Yr$14.00
90 pf
Russell's Reserve 10yr$15.00
90 pf
W.L. Weller Special Reserve$16.00
90 pf
Michter's$16.00
91.4 pf
Basil Hayden's 8yr$18.00
80 pf
Maker's 46$18.00
94 pf
Evan Williams Single Barrel$19.00
pf 86.6
EH Taylor Small Batch$19.00
100 pf
Rowan's Creeek$20.00
100.1 pf
Old Forester 1910$20.00
93 pf
Weller Antique $22.00
107 pf
Angel's Envy$23.00
86.6 pf
Booker's$25.00
pf varies
Weller 12yr$25.00
90 pf
Stagg Jr.$25.00
131.1 pf
Blanton's $26.00
93 pf
Jefferson's Ocean $30.00
90 pf
Garrison Brothers Small Batch $30.00
94 pf
Laws 4G$30.00
94 pf
Russell's Reserve 13yr$36.00
114.8 pf

Rye Whiskey

Wild Turkey$12.00
101 pf
Highwest Double$15.00
92 pf
Michter's$16.00
84.4 pf
Russel's Reserve 6yr$17.00
90 pf
WhistlePig PiggyBack 6yr$20.00
96.5 pf
Laws $30.00
94 pf
WhistlePig 10yr$32.00
100 pf
Angels Envy$32.00
100 pf
WhistlePig Old World$49.00
86 pf

Scotch

Glenmorangie 10yr$15.00
86 pf
The Glenlivet 12yr$18.00
80 pf
The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14yr$28.00
86 pf
Glenfiddich 18yr$30.00
80 pf
Oban 14yr$30.00
80 pf
Highland Park 18yr$32.00
86 pf

Sparkling

Adami Garbel Brut, Prosecco, IT NV$12.00
Gerard Bertrand Rosé Cremant de Limoux, FR '20$15.00
Lanson Pere & Fils Brut, Champagne, FR, NV$22.00
Schramsberg Brut Rosé, North Coast, CA '19$95.00
Gaston Chiquet Brut 'Tradition', FR, NV $132.00
Bollinger Special Cuvée Brut, Ay, FR, NV$185.00

Alternative White & Rose

Riesling, Dr. Herman Dr. H, Mosel, DE '21$11.00
Pinot Blanc, Trimbach, Alsace, FR '19$45.00
Pinot Grigio, Scarpetta, Friuli, IT '21$12.00
Grüner Veltliner, Domäne Wachau, Federspiel, AT '20$13.00
Rosé, Rose Gold, Côtes de Provence, FR '21$14.00
Spy Valley '20 Marlborough, NZ$15.00
White Blend, Massican Emilia Bianca, Napa Valley, CA '20$70.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Dealer's Choice, Sancerre, FR '21$20.00

Chardonnay

Damien Martin, Bourgogne, FR '21$14.00
Sonoma-Cutrer, Sonoma County, CA '21$16.00
Jordan, Russian River Valley, CA '20$21.00
Enroute, Russian River, CA '21$85.00
Rombauer, Carneros, CA '21$95.00
Vocoret Les Forets 1er Chablis, Burgundy, FR '21$110.00
Kistler Les Noisetiers, Sonoma, CA '20$135.00
Domaine Chevy Puligny Montrachet, Burgundy, FR '20$195.00

Pinot Noir

Twenty Rows, North Coast, CA '20$14.00
Ken Wright, Willamette Valley, OR '21$17.00
Failla, Sonoma Coast, CA '21$75.00
Belle Glos Clark & Telephone, Santa Barbara County, CA '21$80.00
Cristom Mt. Jefferson Cuvée, Willamette Valley, OR '21$90.00
Emeritus Hallberg Ranch, Russian River Valley, CA '18$99.00
Flowers, Sonoma Coast, CA '21$110.00
Bergstrom Cumberland RSV, Willamette Valley, OR '20$120.00
RAEN Royal St. Robert, Sonoma Coast, CA '20$150.00
Kosta Browne, Santa Rita Hills, CA '20$195.00

Cabernet & Cab Blends

In Sheets Clothing, Columbia Valley, WA '20$14.00
Justin, Paso Robles, CA '20$16.00
Leviathan, Napa Valley, CA '20$75.00
Chappellet Mountain Cuvée, Napa Valley, CA '20$21.00
Royal Prince, Napa Valley, CA '19$95.00
Robert Craig Howell Man Cuvée, Napa Valley, CA '19$110.00
Groth, Napa Valley, CA '18$128.00
Faust, Napa Valley, CA '20$130.00
Jordan, Alexander Valley, CA '18$140.00
Orin Swift Papillon, Napa Valley, CA '18$165.00
Heitz Cellar, Napa Valley, CA '18$175.00
Mt. Brave Mt. Veeder, Napa Valley, CA '18$210.00

Alternative Reds

Barbera, Renato Ratti, Barbera D'Asti, IT '21$13.00
Malbec, Luigi Bosca Malbec, Mendoza, AR '21$14.00
Zinfandel, Ridge Three Valleys, Sonoma, CA '20$15.00
Ridge Three Valleys Zinfandel '19 Sonoma, CA$15.00
Tinto de Toro, Termes by Numanthia, Toro, SP'19$18.00
Tempranillo, Muga Rioja, Rioja, SP '18$78.00
Cabernet Franc, Andrew Will Two Blondes, Columbia Valley, WA '17$85.00
Grenache Blend, Alvaro Palacios Les Terrases, Priorat, SP '19$95.00
Merlot, Duckhorn, Napa Valley, CA '20$105.00
Merlot Blend, Chateau Lessee, Saint Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux, FR '18$125.00
Sangiovese, Renieri, Brunello Di Montalcino, Tuscany, IT '17$135.00

What 2,062 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Dallas - Fort Worth
Neighborhood gem
Dallas
Neighborhood gem
Dallas
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Neighborhood Services - Lovers is a beloved local gem praised for its "wonderful experience" and "delicious food." Diners rave about the "great service" and "amazing" meatballs with Voodoo sauce. The ambiance is lively, albeit sometimes noisy, with standout servers like Marcus and Amanda ensuring a memorable visit.

2,062 Reviews

B
Brian
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service, food quality- exceptional! We’ll be back!
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lisa
Dallas
54 reviews
vip
5.0
54 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We love this restaurant. The service is always perfection. They work as a team and have great personalities ! The food is delicious and always consistent . This restaurant is a must try !’
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Esther
Dallas
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on November 12, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
everything was great. it's consistently a good choice.
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Joe
Dallas
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on November 9, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly enjoyable experience with good food, cocktails, and great service!
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Katie
Dallas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The server was top notch and so was the food and wine
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Michael
Dallas
71 reviews
vip
5.0
71 reviews
Dined on November 5, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I dined alone at the bar. The bartender was pleasant, prompt and efficient. The meatball appetizer was delicious - just spicy enough to be interesting without being overwhelming. The fried cod and chips were the best I have ever had. The breading was super thin and super crispy, and the fish was tender and juicy. The portions were huge.
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Logan
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Neighborhood Services never misses the mark. My out of town guests thoroughly enjoyed dinner and the ambiance. Many thanks for a great evening.
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Daniel
Dallas
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My sister and brother in law were visiting from out of town, so I chose Neighborhood Services and the Brass Ram. Both places are always grrrrreat!
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Kirk
Dallas
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on October 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dillion did an excellent job serving us! Ask for him.
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Sally
Dallas
38 reviews
vip
5.0
38 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Halibut was perfect! Thanks Amanda for the A++ service every time. We will be back!
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FAQs

Neighborhood Services - Lovers offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (214) 350-5027.

Neighborhood Services - Lovers is rated 4.8 stars by 2062 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 23, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 36 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Neighborhood Services - Lovers

5027 W Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75209

Additional information

Cross street
Inwood Road
Neighborhood
Park Cities
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Meat
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Complimentary Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Nick Badovinus
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.nhstheoriginal.com/
Phone number
(214) 350-5027

Neighborhood Services - Lovers

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Conner's Pork Chop

Flat Iron Steak Frites

Crispy Asparagus

Nightly Specials

East Coast Oysters

Ceviche a la Minute

By Hand Noodles

Fish No.1 & Fish No.2

Always Premium Cut

Daily Plates

Tuesday

Chicken Fricassee Pot Pie$23.00

Wednesday

Butcher's Prime Meatloaf*$24.00

Thursday

Short Rib Stroganoff$31.00

Friday

Double Cut Chicken Parm$28.00

Saturday

Angry Lobster$42.00

Sunday

Fried Chicken & Fixin's$0.00

Starts & Small Plates

Crispy Asparagus$13.00

Butcher's Prime Meatballs*$15.00

Dutch Mussels in White Wine $17.00

Short Rib Nachos$17.00

Fried Gulf Shrimp$18.00

Jonah Crab & Green Chile Dip$19.00

Flatbreads

Smoked Salmon$18.00

Mediterranean$18.00

Pancetta & Pineapple$18.00

Soup & Salad Course

Tortilla Soup$11.00

Young Greens $13.00

Wedge "My Way"$15.00

Caesar$16.00

Main Plates

Fish & Chips$22.00

Bacon Cheddar Primo Burger $23.00

Short Rib Enchiladas$24.00

Chicken Piccata$30.00

Gulf Shrimp & Linguini $31.00

Veal Shoulder Schnitzel$34.00

Seared Scallops$36.00

Live Fire Grilled Cuts

Conner's Pork Chop$39.00

Flat Iron Steak Frites$41.00

A Nice Filet$52.00

Steak Frites Deluxe $59.00

Sides & Shares

Russet Frites$8.00

Green Chile-Cheddar Grits$11.00

Roasted Brussels & Pancetta$13.00

Asparagus a la Plancha$14.00

Creamed Russets$11.00

Loaded Potato Gratin$13.00

Mac & Cheese Casserole$15.00

Desserts

Banana Pudding

Chocolate Lava Cake

Boone's Banana Split

Fried Pie

Butterscotch Pots de Crème

House Cocktails

Salty Mousse$14.00

Track Six Peach Gimlet $14.00

Poblano Fix$14.00

Blood Orange Margarita $14.00

Gold Rush $14.00

Red Blooded Manhattan $15.00

Pop's Martini Salad$15.00

Texas Old Fashioned$15.00