Diners' Choice: Neighborhood gem restaurants in Mid Cities

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Updated December 05, 2024

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NAPA Thai Asian Cuisine

5.0

5 (686)

$30 and under

Asian

Colleyville

About the restaurant

“NAPA” comes from Thai word meaning ‘The blue infinite’. “NAPA” Thai Cuisine was founded in June 2018 by a Thai family owned enterprise and renowned for its authentic Thai dishes. The a la carte dishes derived from authentic recipes which have been adapted into a modern context suitable for NAPA’s dining ambience. “NAPA” combines the highest quality ingredients and age old recipes, thus, in this regard “NAPA” is truly Thai in spirit. NAPA is a restaurant where anybody; whether local, expatriates or tourists, with a passion for Thai food can experience authentic Thai cuisine in a relaxing ambience with friendly services.

Top review

JeffreyVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Always always delicious consistent and an enjoyable dining experience. We always look forward to going back and receiving the same level of consistency every time..

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Popular dish

Duck Tamarind

Restaurant506 at The Sanford House

4.9

4.9 (1872)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Arlington

About the restaurant

Restaurant506 is located in The Sanford House Inn & Spa in Arlington, Texas. Contemporary dining fare is presented in an exquisite atmosphere. The menu is "Inspired American" cuisine and features dishes made with only the freshest ingredients and are hand-prepared by our culinary team.

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Rod

Dined 3 days ago

From the seating at the table to end of our time at the restaurant, we were Wowed! The server was nothing less than outstanding. Her table side manner was very cordial and welcoming. She put us at ease and answered all questions about the menu and drinks. I ordered a cocktail, the smoked rye old fashioned it was absolutely outstanding. We ordered the scallops for an appetizer and they were delicious. I would say the best I have ever had. We ordered the New York Strip Steak and it was grilled to perfection. It melted in our mouths. When we finished the meal, the chef came out and spoke to us. This was a very nice and made us feel at home. We had dessert, a Baileys cheesecake. It was fantastic! All in all, our total experience can only be summed up in one word, WOW!

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Popular dish

Scallop Risotto

Popular dish

Seasonal Bread Pudding

Loveria Caffe Taste of Italy

4.9

4.9 (481)

$30 and under

Italian

Colleyville

About the restaurant

Handmade every day, and served to you in minutes
The term Loveria means something “irresistible”, a gastronomic delicacy, for authentic Italian food Lovers.

Loveria™ is a single container with many souls, for a multi‐faceted gastronomic and convivial offer. A project that put delicious food, interior design, and the idea of a place where people come to stay, on the same level. An itinerary of sociality, or rather a concept conceived by a team of Italians to experience the authentic Italian Culture.

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CarlaVIP

Dined 6 days ago

The food and service is always great. My only complaint is that temperature of the restaurant is way too warm for us. It’s hard to enjoy your meal when you’re melting. 🫠

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Popular dish

Tagliatelle Al Brasato

Popular dish

Tagliatelle Allo Scoglio

Mac's Bar & Grill

4.8

4.8 (1773)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Arlington

About the restaurant

Chef/Owner Rena Frost’s food ranges from the familiar to the unexpected with fresh seafood, steaks, prime rib and seasonally created specials. We proudly offer Greater Omaha Beef , slow-roasted prime rib, fresh fish selections, and our Signature Mac’s Salad. We partner with local purveyors and individuals enabling us to feature specials that are seasonal and most often locally sourced from our surrounding area.
Our bar features classic cocktails, hand-crafted specialty cocktails, and wines from primarily North & South America.
Mac’s Bar & Grill is a family owned and operated restaurant in Arlington serving Tarrant County since 1987.

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CyndyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Our waitress was not personal at all until the very end. I’ve been going to Mac’s for 30 plus years and have had this waitress numerous occasions but she just made us feel rushed and there wasn’t any cheerful interaction with us. She was almost robotic in her presentation of the specials and how she took our orders. Really bad service. We were celebrating my friends Birthday and she only got friendly at the end. I’m assuming for a good tip!

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Popular dish

Chicken Fried Steak

Popular dish

Southern Fried Chicken

Next Bistro

4.8

4.8 (1447)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Colleyville

About the restaurant

Next Bistro is a casually elegant, DiRoNA-awarded (Distinguished Restaurants of North America) restaurant where our guests can enjoy chef-inspired, house-made specialties with a focus on fresh seafood, handmade pastas, Certified Angus Beef steaks and our house-made desserts, including our amazing soufflés. Guests at Next Bistro can choose from our Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence winning 740 bottle wine list and our full bar featuring over 250 varieties of Scotch, whiskies from around the world and our full range of other spirits and liquors.

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Kelly

Dined on Dec 13, 2024

Good food but server had a bad attitude and seemed like she was bothered being there. Not too many people there so they may be struggling. Kinda chilly inside and when we asked to turn up the heat, they said they couldn’t because of the wine?

Mimi's Cafe - Arlington

4.7

4.7 (66)

$30 and under

American

Arlington

About the restaurant

Make any mealtime an event to savor. From sweet and savory breakfast dishes to mouthwatering entrées, crowd-pleasing to tempting desserts, every dish is made with care, just for you and your guests. Find exactly what you’re craving at Mimi’s.

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FonVIP

Dined on Dec 3, 2024

Lovely time and Ke’ was a great server. Would definitely come again

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Experience

Chef Prepared 3 Course Meal -11 am to close

Experience

Happy Hour Mon-Fri 2pm-5pm & 8pm-Close- BAR

Experience

Wine Wednesday - All Day

Lamberti's Ristorante and Wine Bar

4.7

4.7 (655)

$30 and under

Italian

Irving

About the restaurant

Come and enjoy a unique locally owned dining experience with some beloved dishes, or try one of our unique new offerings! We serve each dish with the same homemade touch that you would expect from family.

Quality ingredients, handmade recipes in a warm and casual space suitable for family gatherings, business lunches, happy hour, or special event dining.

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MaryVIP

Dined 6 days ago

What a great homey place. Terrific food and dedicated staff. Love the octopus! Fun specials such as Feast of Seven Fishes. It's a bit of a drive for us but worth it.

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Popular dish

Chicken Parmesan

Saltgrass Steak House - Irving

4.6

4.6 (44)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Irving

About the restaurant

Saltgrass Steak House is an award-winning steakhouse famous for serving Angus Beef® steaks. Each steak is cooked to perfection with Saltgrass-7 Steak Spice, and topped with garlic butter. All breads, dressings, soups and desserts are made from scratch daily. Great food and legendary hospitality make Saltgrass an enjoyable experience for the whole family.

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Tina

Dined 6 days ago

We were well cared for and the food and drinks were terrific!

Radici

4.6

4.6 (244)

$50 and over

Italian

Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW) Corridor

About the restaurant

T2D Concepts, the purpose-driven hospitality group led by chef Tiffany Derry and Tom Foley, has cooked up its latest concept, Radici Wood-Fired Grill. Meaning “roots” in Italian, Radici draws inspiration from Tiffany's early experiences in Italian restaurants, Tom's maternal heritage, and both Tiffany and Tom's travels through Italy. The menu changes based on seasonal availability and centers around meats and vegetables prepared in a wood-fired grill and a selection of fresh pastas made daily.

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Marquia

Dined 1 day ago

From the moment I walked into Radici, I knew this was going to be something special, but I could never have imagined just how unforgettable the experience would be. Everything—from the drinks to the food to the service—was beyond top-notch. The attention to detail and the quality of every single element was extraordinary. What truly set this apart was being in close proximity to the chef and owner. Their passion, creativity, and genuine warmth transformed an incredible meal into something absolutely magical. You can feel the love and craftsmanship in every bite, every sip, and every interaction. This is, without question, my favorite restaurant, and I’m already planning to be a regular. I can’t wait to come back and relive this one-of-a-kind dining experience. Radici is an absolute gem. Do yourself a favor—go.

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Experience

Chef's Counter Experience

Experience

New Year's Eve Celebration

The Social House - Arlington

4.5

4.5 (516)

$30 and under

American

Arlington

About the restaurant

Social House is a casual restaurant-bar that specializes in all forms of social interaction. With an award winning scratch kitchen and several beer, wine, and cocktails on tap, we can cater to any social gathering. Numerous TVs in the bar and dining rooms allow you to watch the game from every angle. With our magnificent brunch and happy hour, Social House always wants you to Stay Social!

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Derian

Dined 7 days ago

Amazing the chicken pesto was awesome. Would definitely come back!

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