Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown Dallas

4.9

4776 Reviews

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 111 times today

Good for special occasions
Fancy
Romantic

When visiting the restaurant, patrons descend 18 feet underground in a canopied glass elevator, accessed from street level, for a culinary experience unlike any other. The American Steakhouse offers an expansive 1,800 square foot subterranean courtyard allowing patrons to dine al fresco and enjoy a New Orleans-inspired exterior space. This cool oasis is complete with a 20 foot, 5-tiered granite water wall, multi-tiered landscaping, lava rock fire pit, and black granite bar. Dakota's below-ground patio has long been considered one of the city's most romantic dining spots.

We believe the best steaks come from the best cut and quality. That’s why we get all of our beef fresh from renowned beef purveyors, Allen Brothers. Each cut is corn and grain fed USDA Prime steak that our chef handpicks. Each steak is aged for a minimum of 28 days for a perfectly tender, juicy bite every time.

It is our goal to give you a great meal every time you join us for lunch or dinner.

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

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Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Fine Dining
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, American
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(214) 740-4001
Website
http://dakotasrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive chef
Beto Gonzales
Catering
Dakota's caters to diverse events: from intimate business lunches to grand receptions. Parties of 15+ enjoy custom set menus featuring our finest dishes. Personalize your guest menus with a custom greeting. Enhance your event with tailored wine and cocktail selections.
Private party facilities
Whether you're having a cocktail reception, corporate lunch or a private dinner, Dakota’s can accommodate all of your event needs! We are available for full dining room rental, patio rental or just a large party. Don’t wait another minute to book your event at Dakota’s Steakhouse!
Private party contact
Angie Espinoza: (469) 332-7459

Location
600 N. Akard St, Dallas, TX 75201
Neighborhood
Downtown
Cross street
San Jacinto
Parking details
Complimentary valet parking.
Public transit
Close to Dart Rail and McKinney Avenue Trolley
Entertainment
Don Reasons On Piano Every Friday and Saturday 6 PM to 10 PM
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Offers

Happy Hour
Multiple dates available
Mon - Fri - 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join us underground daily (Monday thru Friday) from 4pm-6pm at the bar/lounge area for Happy Hour. Enjoy Happy Hour featured prices on our famous tater tots with a black truffle aioli, oysters Rockefeller, and more... along with Happy Hour featured wines and cocktails.

Popular dishes

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$25.00
cocktail sauce, herb aioli & lemon
King Crab Cocktail$36.00
cocktail sauce, herb aioli & lemon
Yellowfin Tuna Ceviche$27.00
rice puffs, pickled onion, cherry tomatoes, avocado & lime
East Coast Oysters
champagne mignonette & cocktail sauce
Signature Seafood Platter
jumbo shrimp cocktail, half-dozen oysters, half Maine lobster, king crab salad & scallop ceviche
- MKT

Roasted Seafood Platter

Roasted Seafood Platter$162.00
1/2lb lobster, king crab leg, prawns, little neck clams, PEI mussels marinated and served with red chimichurri, chili butter & toasted ciabatta

Soups & Salads

Soup du Jour
- MKT
Dakota's Clam Chowder$15.00
since 1984
Artisan Green Salad$15.00
feta cheese, strawberries, candied pecans & white balsamic
Wedge Salad$16.00
baby iceberg, blue cheese, bacon, pearl onion, tomato & buttermilk dressing
Little Gem Caesar Salad$15.00
parmesan frico, crouton & fresh herb

Appetizers

Grilled Pork Belly$21.00
pink lady apple-miso, pickled gooseberries & endive
Grilled Day Boat Scallops$26.00
sturgeon caviar, beurre blanc & chives
Crispy Calamari & Shrimp$22.00
artichoke, peppadew chili & lemon
Crab Cake "Lollipops"$29.00
green goddess, garlic aioli & lemon purèe
Roasted Bone Marrow$28.00
smoked bacon marmalade, dijonnaise, fried shallots & grain toast points

Specialties

Lobster Cappelleti$42.00
lobster cream sauce, english peas & pea tendrils
Roasted Chicken$37.00
gnocchi, tuscan kale, italian sausage, brussel sprouts & mustard jus
Boneless Short Rib$48.00
potato puree, roasted vegetables, red wine jus & shaved black truffles
Classic Bouillabaisse$62.00
lobster, clams, mussels, prawns, root vegetables, grilled baguette & herb
Roasted Atlantic Salmon$40.00
israeli cous cous, roasted tomatoes, asparagus & smoked tomato butter
Catch of the Day
simply prepared with watercress salad
- MKT

From the Grill

Our USDA Prime Steaks are aged & cut by Allen Brothers, grilled & finished in a 1200° Montague broiler

8 oz Center-Cut Filet Mignon$58.00
14 oz New York Strip$67.00
16 oz Boneless Ribeye$72.00
14 oz Bone-In Filet Mignon$87.00
18 oz Kansas City Strip$89.00
22 oz 'Cowboy' Bone-In Ribeye$97.00
Tasting of Japanese Wagyu
- MKT
32 oz Tomahawk Ribeye$148.00
36 oz Porterhouse$154.00
for two
24 oz Long-Bone Pork Chop$52.00
18 oz Lamb Chop$62.00
frenched
10 oz Lobster Tail
cold water
- MKT
18 oz Whole Steamed Lobster
- MKT
16 oz King Crab Legs
- MKT

Dakota's Beef Wellington

8 oz Filet Mignon$86.00
puff pastry, mushroom duxelles, prosciutto & bordelaise (limited availability)

Toppings

Blue Cheese Crust$6.00
crumbles of roquefort bleu
Black Truffle Butter$8.00
preserved black truffles & maldon salt
"Oscar" Style$34.00
king crab, asparagus & hollandaise
Rossini style$31.00
4 oz of grade A foie gras & madeira sauce
Jumbo Lump Crab$23.00
lemon, herbs & butter
Sautéed Gulf Shrimp$16.00
white wine, garlic & butter

Sauces

Dakota's Steak Sauce$9.00
bone marrow, black truffle & brandy
Au Poivre Sauce$7.00
trio of toasted peppercorn
Traditional Hollandaise$6.00
lemon & clarified butter
Sauce Béarnaise$6.00
tarragon hollandaise
Bordelaise$7.00
red wine & demi-glace
Sauce 'Diane'$9.00
wild mushrooms & cognac

Vegetables

Grilled Asparagus$13.00
hollandaise
Wild Mushrooms$16.00
sherry wine
Sautéed Spinach$10.00
lemon
Creamed Spinach$12.00
breadcrumbs
Baby Root Vegetables$13.00
Lobster Corn Elote$19.00
charred lime
Charred Broccolini$15.00
white cheddar
Sauteed Tuscan Kale$13.00
pecorino
Crispy Brussels Sprout$13.00
bacon
Roasted Cauliflower$12.00
golden raisins

Potatoes & Grains

Black Truffle Risotto$19.00
fresh shaved black truffle
'Cacio e Pepe' Risotto$13.00
black pepper
Baked Mac & Cheese$12.00
toasted breadcrumbs
Yukon Potato Purée$12.00
chive
Aligot Potato Purée$16.00
gruyère
Au Gratin Potatoes$14.00
chives
French Fries$11.00
garlic aioli
Sweet Potato Fries$13.00
lemon aioli
Truffle Parm Fries$13.00
truffle aioli
Loaded Mashed Potato$15.00
sour cream, bacon, chive & white cheddar

What 4,776 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Dakota's Steakhouse in Downtown Dallas offers an "exceptional dining experience" with delicious, perfectly cooked steaks and a sophisticated atmosphere. Guests praise the attentive service, especially from standout servers like Judge and Kayla. Ideal for celebrations, the restaurant's ambiance is enhanced by live piano music, making it a "must" for special occasions.

4,776 Reviews

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Johan
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a anniversary dinner date here. They received us both well with smiles and attention. They had a not wishing us a happy anniversary and rose petals around the center light. Our food was delicious! They were nice enough to give us dessert on the house. Always a lovely experience here.
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Tina
Atlanta Metro
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I enjoyed my meal while sitting at the bar. The entire bar staff was attentive, and I’ll definitely return soon.
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Kayla
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The beef wellington was the best. Taylor was amazing! We’ll definitely be back
Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown DallasResponded 1 day ago
Thanks for visiting us, Kayla! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the beef wellington and found our service to be amazing. It's always a pleasure to serve guests like you who appreciate our efforts. We're looking forward to welcoming you back to Dakota’s Steakhouse soon. Thanks again! The Management Team
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Octavious
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dakota was a great place to spend my birthday dinner. I will be back for future events.
Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown DallasResponded 1 day ago
Thanks for the review Octavious! We are pleased to hear that you had a great birthday dinner at Dakota’s Steakhouse. We always strive to make special occasions even more memorable, and we're glad we could make your birthday dinner memorable for you. We look forward to welcoming you back for future events. Warmest Regards, Dakota's Management Team
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Lisa
Philadelphia
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food wasn’t as good as last December when we were there. Very overpriced!
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Tywon
Houston
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had our pre-Anniversary brunch here any they never disappoint! Great food, atmosphere, and service! Sorry no food pics.
Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown DallasResponded 1 day ago
Thanks for the review, Tywon! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your brunch at Dakota’s Steakhouse. It's wonderful to know that our food, atmosphere, and service met your expectations. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable meals. Kind Regards, The Management Team
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Randall
Dallas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent food and great service by Brian. Also great and convenient valet service.
Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown DallasResponded 1 day ago
Thanks for the feedback, Randall! We're happy to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We're glad you appreciated our valet service as well. Your kind words truly mean a lot to us. We look forward to serving you again soon at Dakota’s Steakhouse. Kind Regards Dakota's Management Team
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Yolanda
Detroit
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Celebrated my birthday here staff was amazing very attentive waitress I believe her name was Chrissy was amazing as well.
Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown DallasResponded 5 days ago
Thanks for visiting us, Yolanda! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing birthday celebration at Dakota’s Steakhouse. It's great to know that our staff made your experience memorable and that you appreciated their attentiveness. We strive to provide exceptional service and it's heartening to hear that we met your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back for more celebrations in the future. Happy Birthday, The Management Team
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Rachel
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We loved our experience at Dakota’s! It was our 16th anniversary which I noted in our reservation and we were given a special booth with an anniversary card and rose petals-so kind! Henry was an excellent server and explained everything well. Our food was beyond delicious. Can’t wait to come back.
Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown DallasResponded 5 days ago
Hello Rachel, Thank you so much for choosing Dakota’s Steakhouse to celebrate your special 16th anniversary. We're thrilled to hear that you loved your experience and found our food to be beyond delicious. It's always a joy to serve our guests and we're glad we could make your 16th anniversary special. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back for many more celebrations in the future. Warmest Regards, The Management Team
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James
VIP
Dallas
193 reviews
2.0
193 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The restaurant had my request with reservations DO NOT MAKE RESERVATION WITH DAKOTAS ! It’s at your risk! I made reservation two weeks in advance. I want the patio. The reservation gives two choices bar or dining room. I’m a regular open table user. I chose bar. I come in wearing tux and and put in the tiny bar and a high top, no less. I ask check In host and he says you list bar. We have two dining rooms. Dining room or patio. You chose bar. I showed him open table reservation and choice. He said I should have called and asked for patio! He could /would do nothing more! I requested this Look at my reservation “Prefer the “grill area” by TVs I’ll be in black tie” And they acknowledged “Yes, you made your reservation for the bar. We will have a spot reserved for you up there. “ It did not happen! Evening was ruined. Yes we had a black tie to attend, we favored Dakotas for a meal prior. DO NOT RESERVE DAKOTAS, without calling first! .
Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown DallasResponded 4 days ago
We're sorry to hear your last visit to Dakota's wasn't up to your expectations. We understand you booked a bar reservation, which is where you were seated. We strive to accommodate all guests, but due to a full dining room, we couldn't move your reservation. For future visits, please call us directly so we can ensure your reservation meets your preferences. Thank you.
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FAQs

Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown Dallas offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (214) 740-4001.

Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown Dallas is rated 4.9 stars by 4776 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 21, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 111 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown Dallas

600 N. Akard St, Dallas, TX 75201

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
San Jacinto
Neighborhood
Downtown
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:30 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, American
Dining style
Fine Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Complimentary valet parking.
Public transit
Close to Dart Rail and McKinney Avenue Trolley
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Beto Gonzales
Entertainment
Don Reasons On Piano Every Friday and Saturday 6 PM to 10 PM
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://dakotasrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(214) 740-4001
Catering
Dakota's caters to diverse events: from intimate business lunches to grand receptions. Parties of 15+ enjoy custom set menus featuring our finest dishes. Personalize your guest menus with a custom greeting. Enhance your event with tailored wine and cocktail selections.
Private party facilities
Whether you're having a cocktail reception, corporate lunch or a private dinner, Dakota’s can accommodate all of your event needs! We are available for full dining room rental, patio rental or just a large party. Don’t wait another minute to book your event at Dakota’s Steakhouse!
Private party contact
Angie Espinoza: (469) 332-7459

Featured in

100 Dallas - Fort Worth Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown Dallas

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Dining areas

Additional information

100 Dallas - Fort Worth Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Happy Hour

36 oz Porterhouse

Crab Cake "Lollipops"

18 oz Lamb Chop

Hors d'Oeuvres

Potato "Tater Tot"$3.00

Oxtail & Bone Marrow Croquette$6.00

Crab Hush Puppies$7.00

Oyster Rockefeller$5.00

Smoked Salmon Tartlet $4.00

On Ice

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$25.00

King Crab Cocktail$36.00

Yellowfin Tuna Ceviche$27.00

East Coast Oysters

Signature Seafood Platter

Roasted Seafood Platter

Roasted Seafood Platter$162.00

Soups & Salads

Soup du Jour

Dakota's Clam Chowder$15.00

Artisan Green Salad$15.00

Wedge Salad$16.00

Little Gem Caesar Salad$15.00

Appetizers

Grilled Pork Belly$21.00

Grilled Day Boat Scallops$26.00

Crispy Calamari & Shrimp$22.00

Crab Cake "Lollipops"$29.00

Roasted Bone Marrow$28.00

Specialties

Lobster Cappelleti$42.00

Roasted Chicken$37.00

Boneless Short Rib$48.00

Classic Bouillabaisse$62.00

Roasted Atlantic Salmon$40.00

Catch of the Day

From the Grill

8 oz Center-Cut Filet Mignon$58.00

14 oz New York Strip$67.00

16 oz Boneless Ribeye$72.00

14 oz Bone-In Filet Mignon$87.00

18 oz Kansas City Strip$89.00

22 oz 'Cowboy' Bone-In Ribeye$97.00

Tasting of Japanese Wagyu

32 oz Tomahawk Ribeye$148.00

36 oz Porterhouse$154.00

24 oz Long-Bone Pork Chop$52.00

18 oz Lamb Chop$62.00

10 oz Lobster Tail

18 oz Whole Steamed Lobster

16 oz King Crab Legs

Dakota's Beef Wellington

8 oz Filet Mignon$86.00

Toppings

Blue Cheese Crust$6.00

Black Truffle Butter$8.00

"Oscar" Style$34.00

Rossini style$31.00

Jumbo Lump Crab$23.00

Sautéed Gulf Shrimp$16.00

Sauces

Dakota's Steak Sauce$9.00

Au Poivre Sauce$7.00

Traditional Hollandaise$6.00

Sauce Béarnaise$6.00

Bordelaise$7.00

Sauce 'Diane'$9.00

Vegetables

Grilled Asparagus$13.00

Wild Mushrooms$16.00

Sautéed Spinach$10.00

Creamed Spinach$12.00