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1. Stock & Barrel - Dallas

4.9

Exceptional(1271)

Price: Expensive

• American • South Dallas

Booked 26 times today

Stock & Barrel is a modern American Grill in the Bishop Arts District by Chef Jon Stevens.The menu features seasonally inspired cuisine. Guests experience a menu with a focus on the wood-fired grill.The menu appeals to both meat centric and vegetarian diners. The restaurant's design is modern rustic with industrial details and decor. We take reservations and offer our chef's counter for walk-ins.

2. PANE NOSTRO

4.6

Exceptional(141)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Oak Cliff

Booked 1 time today

Please Note: No separate checks. We accept up to four credit cards per table. A service charge of 20% will be added to parties of 6 or more. Come to Italy without leaving DFW. Located in our "Casa" in Dallas Bishop Arts District, we feature a classic Italian menu that is not region specific but rather explores the whole of Italy. From classic antipasti such as calamari and burrata, scratch made pastas, and delicious entrees including Tagliatelle Bolognese, Chicken Picatta, Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe and more. We also offer gluten free pastas. We proudly offer a mainly Italian wine list and also a full bar with signature Italian inspired cocktails. Pane Nostro provides a charming, authentic Italian dining experience with beautiful surroundings inside and out. Eat, drink and enjoy. We take great pride in family traditions and are pleased to serve you fine Italian cuisine from our time-honored recipes. We look forward to welcoming you soonCi vediamo presto!

3. Catch Dallas

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4.8

Exceptional(20)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Uptown

Booked 113 times today

Catch Hospitality Group's eighth location, Catch Dallas, will be opening it's doors in the iconic and historic Maple Terrace Development this Fall. The 16,000 square-foot dining destination in Uptown Dallas will be complete with a two-level outdoor patio and private events in the signature space, the Emerald Room. The menu will marry simple yet elegant seafood, sushi, and steak both globally and locally influenced alongside beloved signature dishes like the Catch Roll and Truffle Sashimi. Catch Dallas will feature premium Japanese specialties like luxury sushi selections from Tokyo's Toyosu Market and a unique variety of Japanese Wagyu, which is masterfully seared tableside on a hot rock. If you do not see your preferred availability, please use the "notify me" button to join our waitlist & be alerted in real time of openings!

4. Fearing's

4.8

Exceptional(6176)

Price: Very Expensive

• Southwest • Uptown

Booked 22 times today

With its lively personality, warm welcome and the “Bold Flavors-No Borders” cuisine of celebrity chef Dean Fearing (the godfather of Modern Texas Cuisine), Fearing’s is a “can’t miss” stop in Dallas. One of the most popular and acclaimed restaurants in Texas, Fearing’s attracts everyone from celebrities, rock stars, local diners and business travelers -- to heads of state and people who just plain love great food from Texas and the Southwest.Join us in one of our seven unforgettable indoor and heated outdoor settings, ranging from casual to elegant, and including the legendary and always fun Rattlesnake Bar. Welcome to Fearing’s Restaurant – where Texas friendliness and great service are always available. And don’t forget to ask to meet Dean Fearing -- chef, recording artist, guitar connoisseur and best-selling author of The Texas Food Bible. If you’re lucky, he may just stop by your table to give you his own personal welcome.

5. The Mexican

4.7

Exceptional(1026)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mexican • Design District

Booked 140 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.

6. Town Hearth

4.8

Exceptional(528)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Design District

Booked 73 times today

Return to simple, primal, rustic style cooking. 6,000 Sq Feet, 1500 Bottle Wine Room, Old & New World Burgundies, Bottles from the Northwest. Sincere food that is real and straight forward, fun, and relatable. Design: Refined, Modern, Masculine, Rustic Vibe, Vintage Vein, progressively retro throwback appeal.Please call the restaurant if you do not see a reservation time you are looking for. We will do our best to get you a table! 214-761-1617

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7. Nuri Steakhouse - Uptown

4.6

Exceptional(185)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Uptown

Booked 81 times today

At Nuri, meaning "whole world" in Korean, we celebrate diversity and cultural exchange through a culinary journey crafted by Michelin-recognized chef, Minji Kim and Executive Chef Mario Hernandez.Our menu reflects a rich tapestry of Asian, New Orleans, and Southern traditions, all prepared with the finest ingredients and meticulous attention to detail. We embody a "Care Right" culture, delivering warm, gracious service with an unwavering commitment to excellence. Step into Nuri and experience a luxurious, unforgettable dining journey, bringing the world to your table.

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8. Paparazzi Chophouse

4.5

Awesome(90)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 38 times today

Inspired by the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, Paparazzi Chophouse takes a fresh spin on the traditional steakhouse experience with an innovative menu and modern allure.Amidst the chic ambiance adorned with silky wallpaper, sumptuous velvet booths, and unique photo ops - Paparazzi promises a fun, unforgettable dining experience.Our culinary offerings will feature the highest quality cuts of steaks and chops, ensuring a feast for the senses. Expect a diverse array of offerings ranging from classic entrees and appetizers, to elevated dishes with a southern twist.

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9. The Henry - Dallas

4.7

Exceptional(2885)

Price: Moderate

• American • Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW) Corridor

Booked 168 times today

Welcome to the greatest neighborhood restaurant, a place where you can always count on a warm welcome from baristas, servers and bartenders who know your order by heart. A fusion of industrial and classical influences, our open dining spaces are bursting with charm and energy. Come and go with ease for your morning coffee, enjoy lunch with a colleague, gather the family together for dinner, or treat yourself to a post-work drink at the bar. For craveable eats and downright delicious cocktails, look no further than a place where you'll always be among friends, a place that feels like home: The Henry.

10. Encina

4.8

Exceptional(851)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Oak Cliff / Bishop Arts

Booked 30 times today

Encina is a warm and inviting neighborhood restaurant offering New American cuisine, cocktails, wine, and beer with influences from Texas, California, and the South in the beloved Bishop Arts District of Oak Cliff in Dallas, Texas.

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Oscar
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great experience! Took my wife for our anniversary. Really made it special. Will plan to go back!
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The MexicanPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Design District
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4.7
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Foodfanatic
Las Vegas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
I've been to the Catch in Vegas and it was amazing so I've been looking forward to this location opening. Everything exceeded my expectations. The venue is stunning, all of the staff was so friendly and attentive. Our meal was coursed appropriately and everything we ate was divine! Sometimes when restaurants expand to a new city, they lose the same high level of quality and care. Not Catch! Thank you for an amazing night. I'll be back again and again.
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Catch DallasPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Uptown
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4.8
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Stevevip
Dallas - Fort Worth •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Fearings wa amazing. Dean and his staff always are the best. The food was amazing.The service was amazing everything about the evening was first rate.I highly recommend. As this will always be one of our special places to go
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Fearing'sPrice: Very Expensive• Southwest• Uptown
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4.8
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Christinavip
Asheville / Western North Carolina •42 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 14, 2024
You can't go wrong with the whipped feta and/or crab fried spaghetti. Please do yourself a favor, make reservations and go. Food, service, and atmosphere were all top notch.
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Stock & Barrel - DallasPrice: Expensive• American• South Dallas
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4.9
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TeresaQvip
Dallas - Fort Worth •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 4, 2023
This is my hubby & my absolute favorite Italian restaurant!!! The food is amazing, and the staff is, bar none, the best!!! I highly recommend this restaurant!!!!
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PANE NOSTROPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Oak Cliff
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4.6

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1. Stock & Barrel - Dallas

2. PANE NOSTRO

3. Catch Dallas

4. Fearing's

5. The Mexican

6. Town Hearth

7. Nuri Steakhouse - Uptown

8. Paparazzi Chophouse

9. The Henry - Dallas

10. Encina

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