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Editor’s choice: 12 go-to Dallas restaurants from our local expert

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by Diana Spechler
Updated 30 April 2024

As a writer who has contributed to Food & Wine, Saveur, and The Washington Post, I’ve eaten my way through the Metroplex, whether that means lingering over filet mignon and pinot noir at a moody steakhouse; letting expert sushi chefs impress me with elaborate omakase; or devouring Tex-Mex in larger-than-life servings. I love dining out—especially in Dallas, one of the best and most flourishing food cities in America.

It’s near-impossible to narrow down my favorite Dallas restaurants to twelve. But these spots landed places on my list for scoring the restaurant hat trick: world-class food, great ambiance, and attentive service—and a beautiful bar doesn’t hurt, either. Read on for a guide to my dozen Dallas faithfuls.

A photo of Il Modo at. The Kimpton Harper Hotel restaurant
4.5
4.5 (352)
$31 to $50
Italian
Fort Worth Downtown
About the restaurant

At this Italian restaurant at the Kimpton Harper Hotel, freshly made noodles are on full display in a glass-walled room. Sample the goods through hearty mains like fettuccine with wild mushrooms and white truffle or capellini arrabiata with mussels, shrimp, and calamari. This restaurant is also loved for its intimate bar, a famously delicious brunch, and a whipped burrata with grilled sourdough bread that’s—truly—life-changing.


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Angie
Dined on 23 Feb 2025
Always love the breakfast here. The breakfast potatoes are my favorite! Consistently good. The champagne tower is fun too!
A photo of Mexican Sugar - Uptown Dallas restaurant
4.5
4.5 (844)
$30 and under
Mexican
Uptown
About the restaurant

Dallas teems with Tex-Mex, but the latest addition to the Mexican Sugar restaurant collection (the other locations are in Las Colinas and Plano) is a total knockout—and not just because of a massive agave spirit collection. Brown leather booths and a second-story outdoor patio set a warm scene. The corn tortillas are housemade, the lobster queso is the best in the business, and all that top-shelf tequila means the cocktails are some of the city’s most delicious.


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dw75043
Dined 3 days ago
Very good food and the service from Mia was fantastic. She is adorable and was absolutely a great server. All our food was great and the drinks were delicious.
A photo of Edoko Omakase restaurant
4.6
4.6 (268)
$50 and over
Sushi
Irving
About the restaurant

One of the coolest parts about Dallas’s dining scene is discovering how many amazing restaurants are tucked into unassuming strip malls. Edoko Omakase is one such top-of-the-line sushi spot in the most unlikely suburban location, so it’s one of those places you only know if you’re in the know. The omakase is consistently fresh and innovative, featuring, for example, sea urchin shooters and wasabi octopus, and the sake collection is beautifully curated.


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Lia
Dined on 18 Feb 2025
Sooooo good. I took my boyfriend who loves sushi here for his birthday and we both loved it. The prices were also really good for the product and there was a range of cheaper and more expensive dishes. We’re definitely going back.
A photo of Trick Rider restaurant
4.7
4.7 (367)
$50 and over
Steak
Frisco
About the restaurant

Nothing says “Dallas” quite like the 1,500-pound crystal horse chandelier that hangs over the bar in this swanky steakhouse. It’s worth bellying up and grabbing a cocktail just to ogle the 4,075 countless crystal beads. Take in the opulent ambiance, rodeo-chic touches, and decadent menu. This is a perfect place to enjoy an intimate evening over oysters on the half-shell, a wagyu strip, and a few martinis.


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TimothyVIP
Dined 4 days ago
It was my wife’s birthday. We enjoyed it all. It was a good dinner.
A photo of Lovers Seafood And Market restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1683)
$31 to $50
Seafood
Park Cities
About the restaurant

Some restaurants just have all the good vibes, and Lovers is a prime example–it could be the top-tier lobster roll, the sophisticated oceanic decor, or the impeccable service, but it’s probably a magical combination of all three. Come with a couple of friends, order a cold bottle of white, and share jumbo lump crab cakes and a tuna tartare tower for a memorable night out.


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FeliceVIP
Dined 2 days ago
Lovers seafood is consistently the best! Fish is so fresh, love the ambiance and music on Saturdays and Sundays, and the service is impeccable!!
A photo of Wagamama Dallas restaurant
4.3
4.3 (187)
$30 and under
Asian
Victory Park
About the restaurant

This international chain is a hotspot for high-quality pan Asian comfort food. Feel free to show up ravenous, because the wait between ordering and eating is refreshingly short. Dig into apps like dumplings and baos, plus heartier options that include a whole ramen menu and a selection of spicy curries. Wagamama’s speedy service and come-as-you-are attitude are reasons you’re going to become a regular.


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MichelleVIP
Dined 2 days ago
We had a great time when we had dinner there. All of our food choices were very good and tasty. I think people have to know that it is different than the traditional waitstaff situation. Our server was great and got our drinks and food to us timely. The food is so fresh it comes out when its ready so your bowl might come out before your bao. Which was great because we were hungry and it was all delicious. There are individual tables and communal tables. Ours was a communal one and it was fun.
About the restaurant

When I get a seafood craving, there’s something about Truluck’s that feels like an answer to a prayer. With two Metroplex locations and another 10 around the country, it’s mastered comfort food from the sea. Must-orders include chilled stone crab claws, Maine lobsters, and miso-glazed sea bass with crab-fried rice. Bonus points for the Texas-sized portions.


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Rich
Dined 1 day ago
Absolutely one of the top restaurants in Dallas. The food was amazing, the service was amazing and it’s in an absolutely beautiful setting. I would highly recommend.
A photo of Cane Rosso - North Dallas restaurant
4.3
4.3 (66)
$30 and under
Italian
Far North Dallas
About the restaurant

Good pizza can be hard to find, but Cane Rosso slings some of the best Neapolitan pies in town. Seven locations dot the Metroplex, and the North Dallas outpost has an especially cozy atmosphere. It’s inviting, always bustling, and the place to go with a group to share a couple of pizzas and throw back a few beers. Fresh pasta, chopped salads, and classic Italian appetizers—the cheesy wood-fired garlic bread is a winner—round out the crowd-pleasing menu.


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Charles
Dined on 15 Feb 2025
Great place to meet, with wonderful food. Look forward to next visit.
A photo of Eddie V's - Plano restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1505)
$50 and over
Seafood
Frisco
About the restaurant

When only steak and seafood will do, head to Eddie V’s. With its dim lights, live-jazz trios, and oversized bar, it channels a sexy, secret lounge—even though there are 30 of them around the country. If you’re craving fish, kick things off with lobster tacos in housemade tortillas before making way for steamed Chilean sea bass. But if it’s a steak night, the tartare prepared tableside is a solid way to start a blockbuster meal.


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RobertB
Dined 5 days ago
Great fine dining experience all around. Everything was wonderful.
A photo of Uchi Dallas restaurant
4.8
4.8 (4076)
$50 and over
Sushi
Uptown
About the restaurant

Uchi’s debut Austin location opened in 2003 and made such a splash that the Hai Hospitality group opened six more around the country—including a Dallas edition in 2015. The flawless Japan-inspired star has an omakase menu that never fails to surprise. The servers know the menu inside out, so fully trust them to choose the best sake pairings for innovative dishes like kombu-cured flounder and snow crab maki with cashew pesto.


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AllieVIP
Dined on 24 Feb 2025
Sat at sushi bar and had the best time! Did happy hour omakase suprisingly filling
A photo of Cadot Restaurant restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1718)
$30 and under
French
North Dallas
About the restaurant

Cadot is the antithesis of a stereotypical French restaurant—there’s nothing stuffy about it, for starters. The adorable decor mixes refined and informal touches like white tablecloths, simple wooden chairs, a displayed wine collection, and homey curtains on the windows. It’s a serious charmer, and because it’s owned by Jean-Marie Cadot, a French chef who cooked in several MICHELIN-starred restaurants in Paris, the food is next-level. Don’t miss the escargot.


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DrTomNVIP
Dined on 22 Dec 2024
Nice atmosphere, good service and food. Very enjoyable evening.
A photo of Neighborhood Services - Lovers restaurant
4.7
4.7 (2096)
$31 to $50
American
Park Cities
About the restaurant

True to its name, this restaurant (one of three around Dallas) is a friendly local spot offering hearty hits like cheeseburgers, pork chops, and beef tenderloin. The food is beautifully prepared, consistently great, and designed for pairing with creative cocktails. Neighborhood Service’s elegant but laid-back atmosphere makes it ideal for a date or a catch-up with close friends, especially when the weather’s nice and you can grab a seat on the outdoor patio.


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SteffanieEVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Neighborhood Services never disappoints. Everyone on staff is amazing. They are professional, happy, friendly, and welcoming. We eat at both locations fairly regularly, and both are fantastic. We’ve never had a bad meal- not even an average meal. It’s always top notch.
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