Best Authentic Restaurants in Medical District

99 restaurants available nearby

1. The Mexican

4.7

Exceptional(1084)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mexican • Design District

Booked 129 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(1220)

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(105)

Price: Expensive

• American • West Dallas

Booked 67 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.

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4. La Stella Cucina Verace

4.8

Exceptional(832)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Arts District

Booked 31 times today

La Stella Cucina Verace is a family-owned and operated Italian restaurant. The name Verace, meaning "authentic" in Italian, reflects the essence of the family who immigrated from Naples, Italy, to Texas. Now rooted in the Lone Star State, the name La Stella ("The Star") symbolizes their journey. The family's goal in opening La Stella was simply to share their generational passion for authentic, verace (quality-driven) Italian recipes, complemented by warm Southern Italian hospitality.*We are a cashless restaurant. For your convenience, we accept all major credit and debit cards.*Valet parking is available every night conveniently in front of our restaurant.

5. Tei-An

4.8

Exceptional(35)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Arts District

Booked 24 times today

Chef Teiichi Sakurai, well-known as the founder of Teppo (1995) and Tei Tei (1998), opened Tei-An in 2008 at One Arts Plaza. Chef Sakurai continues the pursuit of introducing authentic Japanese culinary culture to Dallas through ancient techniques and years of mastering the fragile and sophisticated soba noodle. Called "The crown jewel of Japanese dining in Dallas" by former Dallas Morning News restaurant critic Leslie Brenner, Tei-An continues to induct diners into the art of dining at a traditional, yet modern, Japanese soba noodle house.

6. Dolce Riviera

4.5

Awesome(1486)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Uptown

Booked 22 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.

7. SER Steak+Spirits

4.7

Exceptional(2498)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Design District

Booked 22 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.

8. The Rustic Dallas

4.4

Awesome(50)

Price: Moderate

• American • Uptown

Booked 26 times today

At The Rustic, we proudly serve American food with a culinary flair. Every dish is crafted from fresh ingredients right in the heart of Dallas. Enjoy a diverse selection of authentic Texas beers, wines, and spirits, or handcrafted mocktails. Come by for great food and live music, and soak in the vibrant ambiance from our award-winning patio. For larger group dining of more than ten, just give our team a call-we're here to help make your gathering a memorable one!

9. Enoteca Italia

4.8

Exceptional(877)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Turtle Creek / Oak Lawn

Booked 21 times today

Enoteca Italia is described as a 'local hot spot' serving authentic Italian dishes. With a menu that includes homemade pastas, wood-fired pizzas and unique specialty drinks, it's clear this restaurant has a strong Italian focus. Customers rave about the 'excellent' and 'authentic Italian food', and the 'welcoming atmosphere' of the family-run business. Enoteca Italia is a place where old-world Italian recipes are given a contemporary twist.

10. Carbone Vino

4.5

Awesome(133)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Design District

Booked 13 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.

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Tom
Dallas - Fort Worth •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We have been here a few times now and every time our experience has been 5 stars. From the valet to the dessert! Tonight we had the refried lentils, Caesar salad (a must have), the El Machete and the absolute best chicken dish we’ve ever had! The service is over the top too! If you haven’t been here, treat yourself and go!
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El Carlos ElegantePrice: Expensive• American• West Dallas
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4.8
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Maggie
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
What an exceptional experience; food, service, and atmosphere. If you want quality Italian, La Stella is the place to go. It is going to be on the high end for price but the restaurant is worth it. The staff is very knowledgeable and attentive. The calamari is fantastic and their pastas are great.
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La Stella Cucina VeracePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Arts District
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4.8
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kristen
New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 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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sandraVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •15 reviews
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
It was a lovely experience with the polar bears singing. Service was a little slow, but other than that a fun time.
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Mercat BistroPrice: Moderate• Contemporary French• Uptown
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4.4
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Rolando
New York City •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Wife and I celebrated our anniversary and the food was top notch. We got the omakese experience and enjoyed every dish that was presented to us.
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Tei-AnPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Arts District
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4.8

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99 restaurants available nearby

1. The Mexican

2. Mercat Bistro

3. El Carlos Elegante

4. La Stella Cucina Verace

5. Tei-An

6. Dolce Riviera

7. SER Steak+Spirits

8. The Rustic Dallas

9. Enoteca Italia

10. Carbone Vino

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