Neighborhood Services - Lovers

Name: Neighborhood Services - Lovers
Address: 5027 W Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX, United States, 75209
Telephone: (214) 350-5027
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2063 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

24 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 16 times today

Neighbourhood 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
Area
Park Cities
Cross Street
Inwood Road
Parking details
Complimentary Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, 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 PieUSD 23.00
cheddar crust / root vegetables / dressed chicory

Wednesday

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

Thursday

Short Rib StroganoffUSD 31.00
buttered fettuccine / crème fraîche / chicory salad

Friday

Double Cut Chicken ParmUSD 28.00
fra diavolo / mozzarella gratin / salad milanese

Saturday

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

Sunday

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

Starts & Small Plates

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

Flatbreads

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

Soup & Salad Course

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

Main Plates

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

Live Fire Grilled Cuts

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

Sides & Shares

Russet FritesUSD 8.00
cut daily / twice fried / secret sauce
Green Chile-Cheddar GritsUSD 11.00
they're delicious
Roasted Brussels & PancettaUSD 13.00
maple / lemon
Asparagus a la PlanchaUSD 14.00
brown butter
Creamed RussetsUSD 11.00
roasted bone gravy
Loaded Potato GratinUSD 13.00
colby jack / bacon / crème fraîche / green onion
Mac & Cheese CasseroleUSD 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 MousseUSD 14.00
tito's vodka / pamplemousse / grapefruit / cane sugar
Track Six Peach Gimlet USD 14.00
tito's vodka or fords gin / peach / honey / lemon
Poblano FixUSD 14.00
el tesoro blanco tequila / pineapple poblano / lime / tajin salt
Blood Orange Margarita USD 14.00
pueblo viejo blanco / cointreau / lime / tajin
Gold Rush USD 14.00
evan Williams single barrel / honey / lemon / bitters
Red Blooded Manhattan USD 15.00
red blooded rittenhouse rye single barrel / amer / sweet vermouth / brandied cherries
Pop's Martini SaladUSD 15.00
kettle one vodka / bleu cheese olives / house-pickled vegetable skewer
Texas Old FashionedUSD 15.00
red blooded rittenhouse rye single barrel or elijah craig bourbon / dr pepper reduction / bitters / citrus twist

Beer Selections

High Life (Pony)USD 3.00
PBRUSD 4.00
Lone Star USD 4.00
Dos EquisUSD 5.00
HeinekenUSD 5.00
Miller LiteUSD 5.00
Coors Banquet or LightUSD 5.00
Heineken 0.0USD 5.00
Mickey's Big MouthUSD 5.00
Shiner Bock USD 6.00
Stella ArtoisUSD 6.00
Sculpin IPA USD 8.00

Red Blooded Single Barrel Selections

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

Bourbon

Wild TurkeyUSD 12.00
101 pf
Eagle Rare 10 YrUSD 14.00
90 pf
Russell's Reserve 10yrUSD 15.00
90 pf
W.L. Weller Special ReserveUSD 16.00
90 pf
Michter'sUSD 16.00
91.4 pf
Basil Hayden's 8yrUSD 18.00
80 pf
Maker's 46USD 18.00
94 pf
Evan Williams Single BarrelUSD 19.00
pf 86.6
EH Taylor Small BatchUSD 19.00
100 pf
Rowan's CreeekUSD 20.00
100.1 pf
Old Forester 1910USD 20.00
93 pf
Weller Antique USD 22.00
107 pf
Angel's EnvyUSD 23.00
86.6 pf
Booker'sUSD 25.00
pf varies
Weller 12yrUSD 25.00
90 pf
Stagg Jr.USD 25.00
131.1 pf
Blanton's USD 26.00
93 pf
Jefferson's Ocean USD 30.00
90 pf
Garrison Brothers Small Batch USD 30.00
94 pf
Laws 4GUSD 30.00
94 pf
Russell's Reserve 13yrUSD 36.00
114.8 pf

Rye Whiskey

Wild TurkeyUSD 12.00
101 pf
Highwest DoubleUSD 15.00
92 pf
Michter'sUSD 16.00
84.4 pf
Russel's Reserve 6yrUSD 17.00
90 pf
WhistlePig PiggyBack 6yrUSD 20.00
96.5 pf
Laws USD 30.00
94 pf
WhistlePig 10yrUSD 32.00
100 pf
Angels EnvyUSD 32.00
100 pf
WhistlePig Old WorldUSD 49.00
86 pf

Scotch

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

Sparkling

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

Alternative White & Rose

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

Chardonnay

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

Pinot Noir

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

Cabernet & Cab Blends

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

Alternative Reds

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

What 2,063 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
Neighbourhood gem
Dallas
Neighbourhood 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.

2,063 Reviews

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Michelle
Dallas
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Had to wait about 40 min past the reservation time and front desk was clearly stressed and frustrated. Very loud and lots of people packed in.
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Brian
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 7 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 on 16 November 2024
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 12 November 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 9 November 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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K
Katie
Dallas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 7 November 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 5 November 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 29 October 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 26 October 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 22 October 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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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 2063 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

24 Nov 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 16 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
Area
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, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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

Neighborhood Services - Lovers

Make a booking

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 PieUSD 23.00

Wednesday

Butcher's Prime Meatloaf*USD 24.00

Thursday

Short Rib StroganoffUSD 31.00

Friday

Double Cut Chicken ParmUSD 28.00

Saturday

Angry LobsterUSD 42.00

Sunday

Fried Chicken & Fixin'sUSD 0.00

Starts & Small Plates

Crispy AsparagusUSD 13.00

Butcher's Prime Meatballs*USD 15.00

Dutch Mussels in White Wine USD 17.00

Short Rib NachosUSD 17.00

Fried Gulf ShrimpUSD 18.00

Jonah Crab & Green Chile DipUSD 19.00

Flatbreads

Smoked SalmonUSD 18.00

MediterraneanUSD 18.00

Pancetta & PineappleUSD 18.00

Soup & Salad Course

Tortilla SoupUSD 11.00

Young Greens USD 13.00

Wedge "My Way"USD 15.00

CaesarUSD 16.00

Main Plates

Fish & ChipsUSD 22.00

Bacon Cheddar Primo Burger USD 23.00

Short Rib EnchiladasUSD 24.00

Chicken PiccataUSD 30.00

Gulf Shrimp & Linguini USD 31.00

Veal Shoulder SchnitzelUSD 34.00

Seared ScallopsUSD 36.00

Live Fire Grilled Cuts

Conner's Pork ChopUSD 39.00

Flat Iron Steak FritesUSD 41.00

A Nice FiletUSD 52.00

Steak Frites Deluxe USD 59.00

Sides & Shares

Russet FritesUSD 8.00

Green Chile-Cheddar GritsUSD 11.00

Roasted Brussels & PancettaUSD 13.00

Asparagus a la PlanchaUSD 14.00

Creamed RussetsUSD 11.00

Loaded Potato GratinUSD 13.00

Mac & Cheese CasseroleUSD 15.00

Desserts

Banana Pudding

Chocolate Lava Cake

Boone's Banana Split

Fried Pie

Butterscotch Pots de Crème

House Cocktails

Salty MousseUSD 14.00

Track Six Peach Gimlet USD 14.00

Poblano FixUSD 14.00

Blood Orange Margarita USD 14.00

Gold Rush USD 14.00

Red Blooded Manhattan USD 15.00

Pop's Martini SaladUSD 15.00

Texas Old FashionedUSD 15.00