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The Charles, Dallas, TX
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The Charles

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$50 and over
Contemporary Italian
1632 Market Center Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207-3916

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 41 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Lively
A collaboration between Chas Martin, Chef J Chastain, Benji Homsey, and Ross and Corbin See of Sees Design, The Charles is a nightly eatery where Italian design and cuisine are interpreted through a Texas lens.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Duro Culinary Team

From the OpenTable editors: This Tex-Italian stunner was the original restaurant within the Duro Hospitality group, with sibling spots Mister Charles and El Carlos Elegante going on to make it into the MICHELIN Guide. But first, The Charles set the tone with leopard-spotted banquettes, zebra-striped chairs, golden bauble light fixtures, and other epic design details. Many come here for special occasions, to feast on pillowy lemon ricotta gnudi and octopus charred on the woodfire grill. If the evening calls for a glass of Champagne, start next door at the equally swanky Bar Charles before dinner at The Charles.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, American, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Book your next private experience at The Charles! Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, intimate dinner, or company party, our team will curate an unforgettable Italian-ish private party tailored just for you.
  • Private party contact
    Kara Holmes, our Private Event Coordinator,: (214) 429-4418

Private dining

What 249 people are saying

The Charles 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

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dallas

    Best Service

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Charles offers "excellent service" and "delicious food" in an upscale, inviting atmosphere. Guests rave about the "attentive and friendly staff," with standout mentions for servers like James and Jonathan. While some note the noise level, the "creative menu" and "impeccable cocktails" make it a top choice for special occasions and date nights.
249 Reviews
  1. Dillion VIP

    Austin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing experience- specially around Jonathan and Josiah’s dedication to customer service. They both went above and beyond to make ensure my birthday felt special.

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  2. Darren

    New Orleans1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Charles is a fabulous experience. The food, atmosphere and staff are excellent. I highly recommend without hesitation.

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  3. Connie

    Dallas4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always have a special experience at The Charles. And this time was no exception. Everyone made me feel like a birthday queen and it made for a fun and festive evening. I highly recommend "The Duro Experience", a curated selection of the Chef's choice of appetizers, pasta, meat dish, and dessert. It's a great value and the food was stunning. I can't say enough about the linguini with Meyer lemon butter sauce, tossed with 2 grams of caviar! To. Die. For.

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  4. Ivonne

    Mexico City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love coming back to The Charles every time. We have our favorite dishes but all the food is amazing! You must try the Branzino as it is so good and flavorful that it melts in your mouth! Also, the pasta Creste di gallo is spicy and tastes delicious! The shrimp is perfect! The main reason we come back is for the food but the ambiance is great for romantic nights and fun to go out and celebrate anything you want. Better make a reservation ahead of time because they’re always booked since they’re so good!!

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  5. Tommy VIP

    Dallas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and food. Thank you to our servers Austin, James, and Josiah
    The CharlesResponded 5 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Tommy! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at The Charles. It's wonderful to know that our food and service met your expectations. We always strive to provide an exceptional dining experience for our guests. Austin and James were delighted to have taken care of you. They are the main factor in our success. Our staff is exceptional, and I appreciate the fact that you showed them the respect and generosity. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Charles Management Team

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  6. Guillermo

    Mexico City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Ema was super nice, and if you're into Old Fashioneds, his was the best I’ve had so far. Everything was great!
    The CharlesResponded 6 days ago
    Guillermo, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at The Charles! It's great to know that our Old Fashioneds hit the mark for you. We always strive to provide the best to our guests, and your feedback is truly appreciated. Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best Regards, The Charles Management Team

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  7. Anne VIP

    Dallas5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing dinner at The Charles celebrating a special occasion, and they truly went above and beyond. The food was phenomenal, the service was warm and attentive, and the whole experience felt elevated and personal. Can’t wait to come back!
    The CharlesResponded 6 days ago
    Anne, We're absolutely thrilled to hear that you had an amazing dinner at The Charles on such a special occasion. It's wonderful to know that our team was able to elevate and personalize your experience. We're so glad you enjoyed our food and found our service to be warm and attentive. Your kind words mean a lot to us. Can't wait to welcome you back for another amazing experience here at The Charles! Best regards, The Charles Management Team

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  8. Tracey VIP

    Central Coast6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience at The Charles, Jill was delightful and the food was excellent!!
    The CharlesResponded on May 10, 2025
    Thanks for visiting us, Tracey! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience at The Charles. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed our food and found our service to be excellent. We strive to provide a memorable experience for all our guests and your feedback tells us we're on the right track. Jill is a key member to our success, and we're so glad to see that her hard work is being paid off through your words of praise. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another memorable experience. Best, The Charles Management Team

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  9. Andy VIP

    Dallas27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Love the place -- would highly recommend for a date night in the back bar seating area.
    The CharlesResponded on May 10, 2025
    Hello Andy! Thank you so much for your kind words and high recommendation for The Charles! We're thrilled to hear that we're a good fit for your date night needs. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed the back bar area and we look forward to your next visit. If you ever need anything please don't hesitate to reach out to us! Cheers! Best, The Charles Management Team

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  10. Julia VIP

    Austin5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely anniversary dinner at The Charles! Service was amazing- Rome took great care of us. We got the tuna carpaccio, pasta with red sauce I forget the name, pork secreto, Tuscan potatoes, and the tiramisu! We also checked out the speakeasy after dinner. Great night!
    The CharlesResponded on May 10, 2025
    Julia, Thank you for choosing The Charles for your anniversary dinner! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful time and enjoyed our food, especially the Tuna Carpaccio, Casarecce, Pork Secreto, Tuscan Potatoes, and Tiramisu! It's great to know that you also had a nice visit to our speakeasy afterward. We appreciate your kind words and high ratings. We look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable meals! Best wishes, The Charles Management Team

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The Charles is rated 4.9 stars by 249 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 41 times today
Google Map for The Charles

1632 Market Center Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207-3916

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Market Center and Oak Lawn
  • Neighborhood
    West Dallas
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, American, Italian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Book your next private experience at The Charles! Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion, intimate dinner, or company party, our team will curate an unforgettable Italian-ish private party tailored just for you.
  • Private party contact
    Kara Holmes, our Private Event Coordinator,: (214) 429-4418
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