Best Authentic Restaurants in South Oak Cliff

33 restaurants available nearby

1. The Mexican

4.7

Exceptional(1085)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mexican • Design District

Booked 178 times today

We are craftsmen of Mexican food and drink, serving heritage recipes for beloved Mexican favorites from generations past, evolved through bold flavors, and made with the highest quality ingredients.

2. Mercat Bistro

4.4

Awesome(1223)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French • Uptown

Booked 40 times today

Mercat Bistro is Paris without the passport. Its transitional yet eternally international ambiance makes Mercat an alluring morning, noon, and night destination to the savvy, well-traveled businessperson to the art-inclined couple seeking a romantic evening. Nestled within Harwood District, Mercat Bistro is a contemporary French Bistro in Uptown Dallas serving Breakfast, Weekend Brunch, Lunch and Dinner Daily. To see full our availability of reservations times, please visit mercatbistro.com

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3. El Carlos Elegante

4.8

Exceptional(108)

Price: Expensive

• American • West Dallas

Booked 52 times today

El Carlos Elegante is a Mexican-inspired eatery that is open for dinner service and showcases beloved Latin cooking traditions through the chef team’s talent and creativity. Patrons can enjoy large cuts of high-end, Argentinian-style wood-fired meats and fish, a stunning crudo selection, house-made tortillas, as well as traditional masa-based dishes relevant to the heart of Mexico. The restaurant also features a seasonal craft cocktail menu and a standout Mezcal program, as well as a global list of wines and champagnes.

4. Dolce Riviera

4.5

Awesome(1486)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Uptown

Booked 68 times today

Inspired by summer vacations along the Italian Riviera, the scent of fresh lemon trees, the Italian fashion, the sea breeze, and the unmatched taste of fresh pasta paired with full bodied wines.

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5. Restaurant Beatrice

4.6

Exceptional(367)

Price: Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Oak Cliff / Bishop Arts

Booked 14 times today

James Beard Award Finalist for "Best New Restaurant" in the US. "Restaurant of the Year" by Eater Dallas and "Best New Restaurants" by D Magazine. Restaurant Beatrice is a contemporary Cajun/Creole restaurant that celebrates the magic of Louisianan cuisine and hospitality. Find yourself sitting amidst a fleur-de-lys wallpapered dining room in a renovated charming Craftsman home as you enjoy a seasonal, changing menu originating from the creativity and heirloom recipes of Cajun Chef Michelle Carpenter.Beatrice achieved Platinum Level Green Business Certification with the city. Operations make considerations for the environment, all people, and our community. We work closely with local farmers and we compost 100% of food waste. Nearly everything is scratch-made, from andouille sausage to citrus stock used in drinks. Serving traditional dining indoor and seafood boils on the patio, our mission is Bienvenue to All!

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6. Vidorra - Grand Prairie

4.5

Awesome(554)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Fort Worth

Booked 68 times today

Vidorra ‘Cocina de Mexico’ is a modern Mexican restaurant that celebrates culture through authentic dishes, bold cocktails and a highly energized environment. The name translates to “the good life” which is embodied in the heart and soul of any Vidorra experience.Come experience our larger-than-life margaritas and sizzling 400-degree molcajete bowls.

7. Carbone Vino

4.5

Awesome(134)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Design District

Booked 11 times today

VINO is a nostalgic, yet elevated, Italian American concept from Major Food Group. Drawing from the essence of Carbone, VINO offers some of its most famous dishes, alongside Chef Mario Carbone’s signature pizza, handmade pasta, grand salumi boards, and an ever changing selection of seasonal dishes made daily with the finest ingredients. The incomparable wine collection, curated from around the world to accompany the menu, delivers both familiar and exceptional flavor pairings and moments to celebrate.

8. SER Steak+Spirits

4.7

Exceptional(2498)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Design District

Booked 29 times today

SER Steak + Spirits, located in the Design District of Dallas, offers a unique blend of wood-fired prime steaks, locally sourced ingredients, and crafted cocktails. As stated in the reviews, customers consistently praise the food, service, and ambiance. One reviewer said, 'If you are looking for an innovative, one of a kind menu, this is the place.' Another highlighted, 'The kitchen staff and Chef were incredible in their presentations of some very unique dishes.' The restaurant's high ratings for overall experience, food, and service reinforce its authenticity as a high-quality steakhouse.

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9. The Mayors House By Selda

4.8

Exceptional(305)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Oak Cliff

Booked 36 times today

The Mayor’s House By Selda is NOW OPEN! A full service restaurant in the historic The Mayors House home in Bishop Arts District in Dallas’ Oak Cliff. Led by acclaimed chef, Habip Kargin, and serving delicious dishes, kebab, a variety of fish, pilaf, pide, pistachio desserts, and more! We have a patio off the front of the restaurant where we offer hookah. We also have a small patio upstairs with great downtown views. Downstairs we have a full bar, a place for special events.

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10. Mexican Sugar - Uptown Dallas

4.5

Awesome(751)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Uptown

Booked 110 times today

Mexican Sugar offers an elevated dining experience that celebrates the vibrancy and richness of Mexico. We take the traditional flavors of Mexican cuisine and elevate them to new heights with our commitment to using only the freshest ingredients and preparing everything from scratch. Our warm and inviting atmosphere inspired by the beauty of Mexican design and architecture provides an ambiance ideal for any dining occasion.

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Elisa
Dallas - Fort Worth •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Service is impeccable! We've been to the restaurant several times and love it. This time we found the main dishes - the chicken and the pork - not as well prepared as the fish we've had before. But the appetizers - surf and turf and brisket, the refried lentils and okra with shishitos, ALL of the handmade masas, the Mexican chocolate ganache, and the Jamaica margaritas were all extraordinary! We look forward to our next venture in.
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El Carlos ElegantePrice: Expensive• American• West Dallas
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4.8
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RobynVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Such a fun experience with my new grand baby and family. Food and service was perfect. I had not been there for dinner in a long time and have forgotten how delicious the food is there. Short ribs and salmon were amazing. My family members had the chicken and said it was the best they had ever had. Thanks mercat for the perfect ending to our Christmas holiday.
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Mercat BistroPrice: Moderate• Contemporary French• Uptown
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4.4
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kristen
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Excellent food and service! Third visit and always consistent. Rafa is the best.
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The MexicanPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Design District
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4.7

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33 restaurants available nearby

1. The Mexican

2. Mercat Bistro

3. El Carlos Elegante

4. Dolce Riviera

5. Restaurant Beatrice

6. Vidorra - Grand Prairie

7. Carbone Vino

8. SER Steak+Spirits

9. The Mayors House By Selda

10. Mexican Sugar - Uptown Dallas

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