Best Historic Restaurants in South Oak Cliff

9 restaurants available nearby

A photo of The Mayors House By Selda restaurant

1. The Mayors House By Selda

4.7

Exceptional(293)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Oak Cliff

Booked 33 times today

The Mayor’s House By Selda is NOW OPEN! A full service restaurant in the historic The Mayors House home in Bishop Arts District in Dallas’ Oak Cliff. Led by acclaimed chef, Habip Kargin, and serving delicious dishes, kebab, a variety of fish, pilaf, pide, pistachio desserts, and more! We have a patio off the front of the restaurant where we offer hookah. We also have a small patio upstairs with great downtown views. Downstairs we have a full bar, a place for special events.

2. Chet's

3.8

Excellent(173)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

Old Fashioned's & Seasonal MenusChef driven Chet's menu includes Irish, New American Dishes will feature a seasonal menu with rotating dishes so regulars will always have something new to try!The bar boasts a large selection of whiskeys and Irish-based cocktails, including our signature "Old Fashioned Menu"with creative varieties of the vintage cocktailGet CozyChet's dining room with a vibe that expresses casual luxury. The space features oversized chairs, crystal chandeliers, a wraparound marble bar, and a lounge conveying the feeling of a private library with books lining ornate shelves and cozy couchesoutdoor patio also stretches around the corner of the historic buildingNestled next to the Historic West End District's dart station, Chet's is in walking distance of the JFK Memorial, The Dallas World Aquarium, Reunion Tower, Holocaust Museum and Museum of Illusion .The American Airlines Center is just a quick train hop away for Dallas Stars and Mavericks fans!!

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3. 3Eleven Kitchen and Cocktails

4.3

Awesome(739)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 10 times today

3Eleven Kitchen & Cocktails is an American eatery in the West End Historic District of Downtown Dallas that embraces the era of the Kennedy Administration and the revival of this historical district found in northwest downtown. Inspired by Jay Khan and Chef John Moore the restaurant is guided by the simple philosophy, “Every ingredient has a purpose.” Serving farm-to-market fare and scratch cocktails with a vintage twist, 3Eleven is open daily for lunch and dinner service. The space is also complete with private dining capabilities for special occasions and events. For more information, please visit 3ElevenDallas.com or www.facebook.com/3ElevenDallas.

4. Kessaku

4.5

Awesome(223)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

Located on the 50th floor of The National, Kessaku is a cocktail and sake lounge serving Dallas’ freshest, globally sourced fish and seafood.The Kessaku team has built a world-class collection of cocktails, sake and Japanese Whiskey that will blow your sushi-loving mind. Visit us online for additional reservation availability - www.kessakurestaurants.comA creation of Chef Danny Grant and Chef Hari Chan, Kessaku offers elegant sushi made with fresh, globally sourced fish and warm artisanal rice. The menu showcases an array of nigiri, sashimi and rolls from the very traditional to the unexpected.Kessaku, which means masterpiece in Japanese, boasts 360-degree views of the Dallas skyline from the historic observation deck at the top of The National. The intimate 60-seat restaurant is lavishly designed to feel like a hidden club in London where every corner of the space tells a story unlike any other in Dallas.

5. CBD Provisions

4.5

Awesome(1636)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 2 times today

CBD in this case stands for Central Business District — open daily, CBD Provisions is a modern Texas brasserie celebrating the natural bounty and culinary traditions of its region with a commitment to the finest ingredients and southern hospitality. Its famous Berkshire pig head carnitas are a must-try feature, while our cocktail program by award-winning bartender Gabe Sanchez will have you returning again and again. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch menus highlight seasonal produce, prime cuts, and signature Texas flavors in a setting with soaring ceilings, reclaimed wood, and historic brick walls. Ideal for a working lunch, date night, brunch with friends or a semi-private celebration.

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6. RJ Mexican Cuisine

4.1

Excellent(373)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

RJ Mexican Cuisine takes pride in providing the best authentic Mexican food, best authentic Scratch Mexican Kitchen, Unique recipes from all eight culinary regions of Mexico featuring great Steaks, Seafood, Salads, Chicken, Ribs and Quail in the Historic West End, Dallas. Enjoy great patio dinning with Dallas, skyline view. Our Executive Chef Ronald Von Hatten, and General Manager Jay Khan are working hard to make sure, that our guests have the most delightful and memorable dining experience in Dallas. RJ Mexican Cuisine prepares fresh authentic Mexican food daily. RJ Mexican Cuisine is locally owned and operated under General Manager: Jay Khan & Executive Chef: Ronald Von Hatten.

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7. Elm Street Cask & Kitchen

4.2

Awesome(86)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Downtown

Booked 5 times today

Elm Street Cask & Kitchen is a neighborhood restaurant in Downtown Dallas serving Southern-inspired comfort food, inventive and classic cocktails and an extensive craft beer and wine menu. Our Whiskey Bible features over 150 whiskeys and bourbons with origins ranging from Texas to around the world. The interior boasts a contemporary yet casual design that includes an expansive bar, outdoor patio overlooking historic Elm Street and whiskey themed décor. Serving honest, Texas fare, Elm Street Cask & Kitchen is open for dine in, patio and take out. Join us for Happy Hour Monday-Friday 4p-6p!

8. National Anthem

4.6

Exceptional(58)

Price: Moderate

• American • Deep Ellum

Booked 4 times today

Located in Dallas’ newly-minted East Quarter neighborhood,National Anthem will feature a variety of riffs on classic newAmerican. The space yearns for food that touches vintage but with a modern approach. You canexpect elements of both coasts with a straight-forward Texas sensitivity, hopefully capturing thevibes of a big-city, downtown dining room.National Anthem is housed within the Magnolia Oil building located at the intersection of CommerceStreet, Jackson Street, and Cesar Chavez Boulevard. The building was originally built in 1920 by theMagnolia Petroleum Company, later renamed Mobil Oil.Fun Facts:• The triangular architechture of the building is known as a “flatiron” design.• The angles of the trianglular shape of Town Hearth and the Magnolia Oil Building are within 2degrees of one another.• From the rooftop patio, customers will have clean sight lines of Downtown, Uptown, Deep Ellum,and the Farmer’s Market.

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9. Grill and Vine Restaurant at Westin Downtown Dallas

3.6

Very Good(37)

Price: Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

Contemporary American Restaurant and Bar that specializes in craft cocktails, local brews and exceptional favorite wines. Menu curated by award-winning chef, Alex Mobsby. Situated in the heart of the Main Street Downtown Dallas Business District inside the historic One Main building, this restaurant features sweeping views of downtown amidst 24 foot ceilings and naturally lit space. Menus updated seasonally. Come by on Tuesdays for the chef's Pairing event where locally sourced food and beverage items are offered between 6p-8p weekly.

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Steven
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great Place...Great Food...I will definately come back
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3Eleven Kitchen and CocktailsPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.3
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Richardvip
Dallas - Fort Worth •62 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Great service and food. Beautiful old building. Had hummus eggplant and cheese appetizers. Branzino entre. All great. Didn't care much for the pastacio cheesecake but will return to try some of the other desserts.
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The Mayors House By SeldaPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Oak Cliff
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4.7
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Michaelvip
Dallas - Fort Worth •19 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
Love the ambience, large portions, very tasty. Server was exceptional.
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Chet'sPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown
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3.8
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Roshelvip
Dallas - Fort Worth •19 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 10, 2024
So our reservation was at 9 and we got there before 9 and got seated at 930. No complaints as there is an observatory area you can sit and wait at. They get a bit busy, and because it's such a great vibe a few people tend to linger at their table a lot longer than expected. Service was great, and the food was fantastic. This is our second time going and plan to go back again soon
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KessakuPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Downtown
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4.5
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Larryvip
Dallas - Fort Worth •8 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 21, 2024
Our first time, and we loved it. Ben was outstanding, food and cocktails were stellar. We'll be back.
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CBD ProvisionsPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.5

Best Historic Restaurants in South Oak Cliff

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9 restaurants available nearby

1. The Mayors House By Selda

2. Chet's

3. 3Eleven Kitchen and Cocktails

4. Kessaku

5. CBD Provisions

6. RJ Mexican Cuisine

7. Elm Street Cask & Kitchen

8. National Anthem

9. Grill and Vine Restaurant at Westin Downtown Dallas

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