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El Carlos Elegante, Dallas, TX

El Carlos Elegante

4.9
4.9
187 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
9:30 pm
Booked 46 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Innovative
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.
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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Duro Culinary Team

What 187 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Dallas - Fort Worth

    American

  • Dallas

    Best Ambience

  • Dallas

    Innovative

  • Dallas

    American

Review summary

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El Carlos Elegante, a gem in the Dallas dining scene, offers "amazing food" and "awesome service" in a vibrant, "cozy yet classy" atmosphere. Highlights include the "Elegante Experience," a tasting menu that impresses with creativity and flavor. With "outstanding" cocktails and a "welcoming" staff, it's a "must experience" destination.
187 Reviews
  1. Arianna

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Such a great dinner! The staff had wonderful recommendations and explained the dishes and menu thoroughly. The carne asada was fantastic!

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  2. Noah

    VIP

    Chicago

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We did the tasting menu and it is fantastic, everything with such different and unique flavor profiles with the perfect texture and acid. Not many tastings I would repeat, but this one I would. I will be back soon!

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  3. Weston

    Baltimore

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love El Carlos Elegante. The charred octopus was the winner tonight. So tender and with an amazing citrus jicama sauce. Friendly bartenders and staff. Can’t wait to go back!

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  4. Julianna

    VIP

    Dallas

    8 reviews

    3.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and drinks tastes great. Valet was complimentary. Waitress was nice. However the staff kept coming over asking if we were done with our food too often so it felt like we were being rushed to eat quickly and leave. We were out for girls night to catch up and kept getting interrupted every 10min or so by different staff members. Attentiveness is nice but in my opinion it was overdone. The music and ambience were also great.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed the CE Exerience. It was excellent. It allows guest to sample yo menu. The atmosphere has a Mexico City vibe. Large tequila menu, wines from Chile. The service is over the top. Guest watching is fun. Lots of well dressed beautiful people but it’s not overwhelming. Overall Carlos Elegante is well-elegant!

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  6. Greer

    VIP

    Dallas

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 26 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and a beautiful restaurant! We will be back!

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  7. Clay

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took my girlfriend’s mom here to ask for her blessing. We had a great experience and the waitress made it a very special night. The ambience is unique. We enjoyed the crab cake and refried lentils. The machete with chicken tinga was outstanding. Will definitely return.

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  8. Chris

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely delicious and unique. Can't wait to go back

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  9. Allison

    VIP

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 24 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food, service and ambience were fantastic. The recipes were delicious - great flavor combinations (roasted beet salad with pistachios and grapefruit!!). Every dish, sauce is made in house. I really liked the menu options offering a handful of dishes per category. 3 dessert options and they were all amazing with creative twists to familiar options. I was in town for a conference for 5 nights - and as a self proclaimed food snob, this was by far the best restaurant. I will always go to this place when I’m in Dallas!

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  10. Tomorrow

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything on the menu is delicious ! Excellent and attentive service. Best place to celebrate Birthdays and special occasions.

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El Carlos Elegante is rated 4.9 stars by 187 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
9:30 pm
Booked 46 times today
Google Map for El Carlos Elegante

1400 N Riverfront Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207-3912

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Duro Culinary Team
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