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4.7
Exceptional(1084)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mexican • Design District
Booked 180 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.
A photo of Carbone Vino restaurant
4.5
Awesome(133)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Design District
Booked 12 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.
A photo of Delucca Pizza & Wine - Dallas restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1831)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Design District
Booked 95 times today
Delucca is an upscale pizzeria serving a five-course dining experience including endless pizzas, all for one price. We serve exceptional wines and craft cocktails or mocktails in a lively and stylish Bossa Nova-filled atmosphere.You’ll enjoy a variety of savory and dessert pizzas served rodizio-style. We bring all courses directly to the table. Turn the card to green when you’re ready for pizza, and red to pause.Each meal includes an arugula salad with lemon honey vinaigrette, lobster bisque, Kobe beef meatballs, and endless savory and dessert pizzas.Try Brazilian specialties like our Calabrese Pizza with imported sausage, global flavors like our Turkish Lamb Pizza or one of our vegetarian choices like the Four Cheese & Truffle Pizza. Save room for our dessert pizzas such as Dulce de Leche or Nutella.It’s an endless pizza experience perfect for any occasion: a fun date night, family gathering or large group celebration.
A photo of El Carlos Elegante restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(108)
Price: Expensive
• American • Free to Repurpose
Booked 63 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.
A photo of Mercat Bistro restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1222)
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
A photo of Dolce Riviera restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1486)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Uptown
Booked 63 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.
A photo of La Stella Cucina Verace restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(833)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Arts District
Booked 41 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.
A photo of Tei-An restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(36)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Arts District
Booked 20 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.
A photo of SER Steak+Spirits restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(2498)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steak • Design District
Booked 28 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.
A photo of Elephant East restaurant
4.4
Awesome(260)
Price: Expensive
• Asian • Uptown
Booked 34 times today
Elephant East is an authentic Asian restaurant in Dallas. It offers a unique dining experience with its 'Pan-Asian-inspired cocktails & cuisine'. The ambiance is 'romantic and cozy' with ancient Chinese artifacts and decor, and the menu is 'extensive and beautifully prepared and presented'. The service is 'efficient and attentive', and the food is consistently described as 'delicious', 'fantastic' and 'excellent'. The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, with most diners praising the food, service, and ambiance.

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  • Elisa
    Dallas - Fort Worth •13 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Service is impeccable! We've been to the restaurant several times and love it. This time we found the main dishes - the chicken and the pork - not as well prepared as the fish we've had before. But the appetizers - surf and turf and brisket, the refried lentils and okra with shishitos, ALL of the handmade masas, the Mexican chocolate ganache, and the Jamaica margaritas were all extraordinary! We look forward to our next venture in.
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    El Carlos ElegantePrice: Expensive• American• Free to Repurpose
    4.8
  • RobynVIP
    Dallas - Fort Worth •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Such a fun experience with my new grand baby and family. Food and service was perfect. I had not been there for dinner in a long time and have forgotten how delicious the food is there. Short ribs and salmon were amazing. My family members had the chicken and said it was the best they had ever had. Thanks mercat for the perfect ending to our Christmas holiday.
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    Mercat BistroPrice: Moderate• Contemporary French• Uptown
    4.4
  • kristen
    New Orleans / Louisiana •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 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
    4.7
  • Norma
    Dallas - Fort Worth •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Great service and delicious food as always. The spicy salami with honey pizza is the best!
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    Delucca Pizza & Wine - DallasPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Design District
    4.4
  • DustinVIP
    Dallas - Fort Worth •3 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Dec 13, 2024
    My only reason for give four stars on the overall category is due to the confusion of booking/making a reservation for this restaurant. We was not aware this is actually TWO different restaurants with "Vino" being on one side, while "Carbone" is on the other side. When I made my reservation - I thought I was reserving for the "Carbone" side (not realizing this was a different restaurant, of course). We had already looked at the menu online and through OpenTable which is the menu for "Carbone". Once our server came out and handed us the menu, we was confused as we did not see anything mentioned online that she was telling us. When we asked her, that is when she explained the difference in the two different restaurants, which we was not aware of. She then informed us we have to get a "reservation" card at the front host stand to email and make a reservation for the "Carbone" side of the restaurant. Said all of that to say - 1) this should be better explained when making a reservation and 2) the restaurant should have both menus easily and most definitely understandable that there are two different menus due to there being two different restaurants right next to one another. The service and food was great - so this does not fall on them - this falls on the owners/management of this establishment.
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    Carbone VinoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Design District
    4.5

Discover best authentic restaurants in Design District

Discover truly authentic dining in the heart of the Design District, Dallas - Fort Worth, where a variety of restaurants cater to those seeking genuine culinary experiences. Renowned for its vibrant and artistic atmosphere, the Design District is a culinary hotspot that offers an array of restaurants specializing in different cuisines, each emphasizing authentic flavors and traditional cooking methods. These establishments pride themselves on using high-quality, locally-sourced ingredients to craft dishes that are both traditional and innovative, ensuring a memorable dining experience for all patrons. Visitors can expect exceptional service and a welcoming ambiance that complements the meticulously prepared dishes. Whether you're in the mood for wood-fired steaks, classic Italian pasta, or another authentic specialty, the Design District's dining scene is equipped to offer an unparalleled gastronomic journey. The focus on authenticity not only shines through in the food but also in the decor and overall dining environment, making each meal a genuine reflection of culinary artistry. This area is a must-visit for food enthusiasts who appreciate a meal that promises both authenticity and creativity in every bite.

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