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Encina, Dallas, TX

Encina

4.9
4.9
914 Reviews
$31 to $50
Farm-to-table

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2 people
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8:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Great for brunch
  • Charming
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, American, Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Matt Balke
  • Neighbourhood
    Oak Cliff / Bishop Arts
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 914 people are saying

Encina reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dallas

    Best Overall

  • Dallas

    Best Food

  • Dallas

    Great for brunch

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Encina delights with its "best pancakes period" and creative brunch menu featuring blue corn pancakes and biscuits with gravy. The restaurant offers "amazingly fast & jovial" service in a cozy atmosphere. With consistently "delicious food" and attentive staff, it's a favorite for many, whether for brunch or dinner.
914 Reviews
  1. Lester VIP

    Dallas11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best pancakes period Other options excellent as well Great vibe Amazingly fast & jovial / caring service

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  2. Pamela

    Dallas16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been dining here since it was Bolsa and now Encina. Never disappoints. Our server, Andrea, was fantastic and the food amazing. Thanks for making my husband’s 60th birthday brunch so special.

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  3. Ana VIP

    London15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Bolsa had forever been my favorite restaurant and I was very sad when it closed. We recently moved back to Dallas, learnt Encina was from the same chef at the same place and I have to say our experience didn’t disappoint. Encina is now my new Brunch favorite!

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    Dallas7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Yummy food. Great craft cocktails. Excellent and attentive server.

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    Charleston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Literally the best pancakes I’ve ever eaten in my entire life. Favorite brunch spot in Dallas. A real gem.

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    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The blue corn pancakes were amazing and the migas reminded me of my family’s chilaquiles, sooo good!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a neighborhood fave!! Food=fab Menu=creative Owners=wonderful Staff=lovely and attentive

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  8. Colbee VIP

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food is absolutely incredible every time. There is nothing bad on the menu. Servers are very kind and personable as well. some of my favorite restaurants in Dallas.

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  9. Jay

    Dallas16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Encina’s brunch is Amazing! Their quiche and blue corn pancakes are beyond delicious. Service is very good.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Houston1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, experience, and service. We will be back.

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FAQs

Encina is rated 4.9 stars by 914 OpenTable diners.

Encina does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

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Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Encina

614 W Davis St, Dallas, TX 75208-4744

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Oak Cliff / Bishop Arts
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Wed, Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Farm-to-table, American, Gastro Pub
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Matt Balke
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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