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DINING
Cindi’s New York Deli
Enjoy authentic New York and Southern-style favorites right here in North Texas at one of Cindi’s many locations. From reubens and matzo ball soup to pancakes, and chicken and dumplings, Cindi’s offers delicious breakfast and lunch selections, plus fresh bagels, breads and pastries. You’ll enjoy the complete New York deli experience and tastes right here in Big D!
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Multiple Locations including: 306 S. Houston St. Dallas (just North of Union Station) 214.744.4745 • cindisnydeli.com
Dakota’s Steakhouse
Dakota’s has been a downtown Dallas dining icon for over 37 years. Located 18 feet below the surface, patrons descend underground in a canopied glass elevator, accessed from street level, for a culinary experience unlike any other. The American steakhouse offers a modern approach to a classic steakhouse menu – with options including hors d’eouvres, an extensive selection of side dishes, fresh seafood offerings and classic steakhouse favorites. Book your reservation on OpenTable to experience the historic dining destination.
Alice
Right on the corner of Hall and Ross, is this sophisticated and unique establishment. Alice gives you an intimate setting to devour their remarkable dishes. The menu is a perfect combination of classic sushi and rolls that will throw you a curve ball. Come see what the hype is about!
1623 N. Hall St., Ste. 103, Dallas 469.872.0001 alicedallas.com
Avanti Ristorante
Avanti features Northern and Southern Italian dishes made with fresh seafood, steaks, veal and pasta. Its small, intimate dining room with a sleek, uptown bistro atmosphere is convenient to the McKinney Avenue Trolley line. For mouth-watering entrées and live nightly music, this popular spot is not to be missed.
2720 McKinney Ave., Dallas 214.871.4955 avantirestaurants.com
Bistro 31
Located in Highland Park Village, this European-style establishment offers everything from Italian to Spanish to French influences. Serving only fresh, gourmet ingredients, the menu changes with the seasons, and the restaurant offers an extensive wine list.
87 Highland Park Village, Dallas 214.420.3900 bistro31dallas.com
Blue Sushi Sake Grill
Look no further for your new date night/ happy hour hub! Blue Sushi is on a mission to provide sustainable sushi that doesn’t lack in creativity and freshness. With unbeatable prices without sacrificing first-class cuisine, Blue Sushi is an Asian fusion game changer.
3220 McKinney Ave., Dallas 469.781.2292 bluesushisakegrill.com
Canary By Gorji
Charming and intimate, this 10 table, fine dining restaurant specializes in New Mediterranean cuisine, prime steaks and seafood. Chef Gorji, Back-To-Back Texas Steak Cook-Off Champion, offers savory selections including wild boar, lamb, beef pomegranate, braised octopus, quail, inventive appetizers and salads. The creative culinary interpretations are accompanied by a boutique international wine list.
5100 Belt Line Road, Addison 972.503.7080 canarybygorji.com Cafe Herrera
At its shiny new location in the Omni Hotel, Café Herrera is one of the finest and most prominent Tex-Mex restaurants in Dallas. Their enchiladas are famous, but their new build-your-own fajita bar and craft cocktails are sure to blow you away and keep you coming back for more.
665 S. Lamar Street, Dallas 214.749.0455
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The Charles
This Design District staple takes Italian cuisine and gives it a Texas twist. Come get lost in The Charles’s essence that is please to the eye and the stomach. Their decadent menu includes dishes such as fresh oysters, lobster parmesan gnocchi, and akaushi hanger steak.
1632 Market Center Blvd., Dallas 469.917.9000 thecharlesdallas.com
Corrientes 348
An Argentinian steakhouse with its first location in the United States, is open for lunch and dinner. The steakhouse, rooted in rich South American culture, is a refined dining experience in the Arts District. An a la carte menu is shared or family-style dining with an emphasis on high quality cuts of meat, sides and carefully selected wines.
1807 Ross Ave, Suite 200, Dallas 214.220.0348 corrientes348.com
Dolce Riviera
Your Italian getaway awaits at Dolce Riviera. Scenes from the glamorous era of la dolce vita inspire the extraordinary resort-style experience. A culinary skill coupled with an award-winning wine list, Riviera is so authentic you might be speaking Italian by the end of the night. Received awards from OpenTable, Wine Spectator, and D Magazine.
2950 N. Harwood St., Dallas 469.458.6623 dolcerivera.com
Gemma
This hidden gem presents an exceptional dining experience while you delight in Stephan Rodger’s dynamic menu. Family owned and operated, you will feel right at home relishing in the intimate and chic ambiance.
2323 Henderson Ave., #109, Dallas 214.370.9426 gemmadallas.com
Javier’s
Setting the bar for Continental Mexico City Cuisine for the last 41 years, Javier’s is not your typical Tex-Mex Restaurant. You will not find tacos or enchiladas here, but you will find delicious dishes of tenderloin beef, fresh seafood, shrimp, chicken and quail dishes seasoned with traditional spices of Mexico, and influenced by its Spanish heritage. Javier’s will change the way you think of Mexican food. This is one of Dallas’ most popular restaurants and a favorite spot for entertaining out-of-town guests.
Moxie’s Grill & Bar
Moxie’s Grill & Bar is a premium casual concept with locations in Uptown, Southlake and Plano. Moxie’s delivers a unique experience through its blend of high-end design serving a globally inspired menu with handcrafted cocktails, local beer and diverse wine list. Moxie’s delivers the best in hospitality with our friendly energetic team. Our patios, lounges and dining rooms are open for lunch, happy hour dinner, late night and brunch on weekends.
Hero
Located in the middle of all the action downtown, Hero is the perfect place for any kind of function. Their establishment oozes fun for everyone with craft cocktails, hundreds of TVs, and a unique menu created by their sister restaurant – HG supply. You will find something for everyone in this energetic space.
3090 Olive St., Dallas 469.300.4199 herobyhg.com
Hungry Belly
Hungry Belly brings a huge menu with endless possibilities. Signature dishes such as the house-marinated Korean Short Ribs Bento or the savory Tonkatsu Ramen show both the quality and diversity this restaurant brings to the table. With a menu that has a little bit of everything from traditional Korean food to creative sushi rolls, this place has got you covered. Come hungry, leave happy!
2818 N Fitzhugh Ave, Dallas 214.258.5859 hungrybelly.com
The French Room
Nationally recognized and critically acclaimed, The French Room at The Adolphus Hotel features a menu rich in fresh seasonal ingredients and an award-winning wine list. It garnered Gourmet’s top ranking as the best Dallas restaurant for three consecutive years.
1321 Commerce St., Dallas 214.742.8200 hoteladolphus.com
The Landmark Restaurant
The Warwick Melrose Hotel culinary team has been honored with the AAA Four Diamond award, the prestigious DiRoNA award and the Wine Spectator award. The Landmark offers favorites including pancakes, French toast, eggs Benedict and Dallas-style specialties for brunch.
3015 Oak Lawn Ave., Dallas 214.224.3152 landmarkrestodallas.com
LAW
Four Seasons Dallas’ signature restaurant features bold fare inspired by the flavors of Texas in a sophisticated yet fun environment. The restaurant, which stands for Land, Air and Water offers a robust menu using the finest ingredients and includes game, meats, poultry and fish prepared with a Texas twist.
4150 N. MacArthur Blvd., Dallas 972.717.2420 lawrestaurant.co Mansion Restaurant
Offering fine cuisine for over 20 years, the Mansion, located inside the Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek, has remained one of Dallas’ biggest and best splurges. The legendary restaurant’s talented team offers guests a most inviting and unforgettable dining experience.
2821 Turtle Creek Blvd., Dallas 214.443.4747 mansiononturtlecreek.com
Medina Oven and Bar
Transport your taste buds to the Mediterranean Sea right in the heart of Dallas. Medina’s authentic Moroccan flavors exudes Southern European culture in every detail. You will be blown away by their heavenly menu, friendly staff, and romantic atmosphere.
2304 Victory Park Ln., Dallas 214.979.0003 medinadallas.com
Monarch
Gaze over the exquisite Dallas sky line while devouring a prestigious menu. Monarch will welcome you with open arms and champagne at the door to have one of the best dining experiences in Dallas! Come dine at the height of luxury that overlooks the city.
1401 Elm St., 49th Floor, Dallas 469.945.2222 monarchrestaurants.com
Oak
Nestled in the gateway to the Design District and set in the shadow of its namesake, Oak is an experience of global cuisine from a medley of cultures wrapped in a comfortable, modern design that is spiced with a sexy, avant-garde soundtrack. Simply elegant cuisine, thoughtfully crafted cocktails and a worldly yet approachable wine list gives guests the pleasure to indulge in an intimate dining experience shared by the entire restaurant.
1628 Oak Lawn Ave., Dallas 214.712.9700 oakdallas.com
Parigi
Featuring New American cuisine with French and Italian accents, Parigi has been an Oak Lawn favorite for 20 years. Elegant dining, delicious food and excellent service make this restaurant a must for anyone looking for an upscale option with a perfect patio – great for sampling from the wine menu.
3311 Oak Lawn Ave., Dallas 214.521.0295 parigidallas.com
Sloane’s Corner
Experience downtown Dallas’ premier bistro, Sloane’s Corner, located in the Trammell Crow Center. Inspired by various international cuisines, Sloane’s Corner is a relaxed New American Bistro offering good food, crafted cocktails and a seat for everyone. The downtown restaurant is open for lunch, dinner and happy hour. Enjoy live music on the covered patio every Thursday to Saturday from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
2001 Ross Ave. Ste. 125 Dallas, TX 75201 • (214) 484-1395 • sloanescorner.com
RA Sushi
Head to Addison north of Dallas for sushi and Japanese-inspired cuisine and inventive cocktails in a hip, lively, upscale environment. Whether you’re into traditional nigiri and sashimi or want to explore some of the restaurant’s signature dishes, you are in for a treat.
5100 Belt Line Road, Addison 972.581.2905 rasushi.com
The Restaurant At Hotel St. Germain
Experience full-service, European-style dining by candlelight in the intimate, Old World ambiance of the dining room that overlooks an ivy-covered French Quarter-style garden courtyard. Wines and champagnes are served in glittering cut crystal, and the table is set with antique Limoges china, antique silverware, Frette table linen and lavender roses.
2516 Maple Ave., Dallas 214.871.2516 hotelstgermain.com Saint Ann Restaurant and Bar
Originally built as a schoolhouse in 1927, Saint Ann Restaurant & Bar boasting live music and Dallas’ largest contemporary garden patio. Brunch, lunch, and dinner offerings feature a signature southwestern twist complemented by a brand-new wine menu. Situated in a scenic location of art and architecture in the HARWOOD District.
2501 N. Harwood St., Dallas 214.782.9807 saintanndallas.com
Seasons 52
The fresh grill and wine bar, located at The Shops at Legacy, invites guests to discover the sensational flavors of a seasonally inspired menu and award-winning international wine list in a casual, sophisticated atmosphere.
7300 Lone Star Drive, Plano 972.312.8852 seasons52.com
Shinsei
The chic Park Cities hot spot offers an assortment of sushi and Asian fusion specialties. Simplicity is the key in the spicy tuna roll, which is filled with plenty of fish and just enough wasabi to awaken your senses.
Y.O. RANCH STEAKHOUSE
Savor the finest cuts of steaks, chops and fresh fish cooked to perfection in a relaxed, elegant atmosphere at the chef-owned Y.O. Ranch Steakhouse and discover for yourself why Jim O’Connor of the Food Network declared the Y.O. Ranch Steakhouse as, “one of the nation’s finest steakhouses.” Texans are known far and wide for their hospitality and at the Y.O. Ranch Steakhouse you will receive the same sincere reception that has made the Y.O. Steakhouse legendary. The Y.O. servers are knowledgeable, friendly and strive to ensure your dining experience is a memorable, delightful experience.
Smoke
This restaurant at the Belmont Hotel pays homage to an old-fashioned smokehouse, with cooking from scratch and authentic Southern flavors. Chef/owner Tim Byres employs time-honored cooking techniques, recipes and local ingredients.
901 Fort Worth Ave., Dallas 214.393.2300 smokerestaurant.com
Soda Bar
Relax above the city streets of downtown Dallas at the rooftop Soda Bar at NYLO Dallas South Side hotel. The stylish lounge and adjacent pool are perfect for enjoying a refreshing cocktail while soaking in magnificent views. Soda Bar also features a casual grill for tasty meals and small plates.
1325 S. Lamar St., Dallas 214.421.1080 nylohotels.com
Taverna
Offering authentic, farm-to-table Italian cuisine, Taverna brings a little corner of Italy to Dallas. Whether enjoying signature risotto in the restaurant’s rustic, inviting interior or award-winning brunch on the patio, diners are sure to enjoy Taverna.
Tei-An
Chef-owner Teiichi Sakurai’s brilliant cuisine at this Japanese atelier in the Arts District showcases amazing handmade soba, sushi and more esoteric specials, all served in a “Zen-like” interior. Don’t miss the rooftop cocktail bar available to those dining at the restaurant.
1722 Routh St., Dallas 214.220.2828 tei-an.com
Texas Spice
Located inside the beautiful Omni Dallas Hotel, Texas Spice offers a twist on homewtown classics and truly captures the Texan flavor. This innovative restaurant focuses on local produce and farm-to-market goods to create incredible dishes.
555 S. Lamar Street, Dallas 214.652.4810 omnihotels.com/hotels/dallas/dining/texas-spice
Toulouse Cafe and Bar
Inspired by the owner’s time in Brussels, Belgium, Toulouse Cafe and Bar offers French-influenced Belgian cuisine. Its menu, which features both traditional staples and more adventurous twists, earned it inclusion on The Dallas Morning News’ list of best French restaurants in the Metroplex.
