The best restaurants in Dallas

Laid-back eatery featuring authentic Mexican staples, including enchiladas suizas and pozole, plus cocktails and beer.

2306 S Buckner Blvd

Tex-Mex dishes & margaritas are the stars at this chain with a festive look.

723 S Central Expy (Richardson)

Kid-friendly spot offering Tex-Mex fare, margaritas & a back patio with tables & a playground area.

3065 N Josey Ln Apt 24 (Carrollton)

Informal restaurant serving traditional Mexican dishes in a comfy space with booth & table seating.

3628 Frankford Rd

Casual, cozy, clean locale known for Neapolitan pizzas (including halal options), served with Italian sodas.

514 Lockwood Dr (Richardson)

Lebanese & Mediterranean eatery with a bustling lunch buffet, homemade desserts & an outdoor patio.

318 E Main St (Richardson)

Chain outlet offering build-your-own takeaway pizzas, to be cooked at home.

820 E Cartwright Rd Ste 128 (Mesquite)

Laid-back restaurant serving Latin American comfort food, snacks & cocktails, plus weekend brunch.

3215 Regent Blvd (Irving)

Teppanyaki-style steakhouse with a large selection of sushi rolls plus lunch specials & a full bar.

416 N Hwy 67 (Cedar Hill)

Casual BYOB selling NYC-style pizza by the slice & pie plus Italian fare such as pasta dishes.

10455 N Central Expy #104

Authentic Neapolitan pizza joint with wood-fired pies and tasty toppings served at the Dallas Farmers Market.

920 S Harwood St #120

Casual, counter-service joint featuring build-your-own poke bowls, salad burritos and nachos.

746 S Central Expy #110 (Richardson)

Neapolitan-style pies share the menu with pasta and other Italian fare at this casual spot with an all-Italian wine list.

110 S Greenville Ave (Richardson)

Laid-back pizza joint with thin-crust pies, craft beer and wine, plus a patio.

100 Central Expy #72 (Richardson)

Japanese eatery offering sushi, hot entrees & sake in a cozy space with modern bench seating.

501 W Belt Line Rd #116 (Richardson)

Unassuming Mexican restaurant serving traditional dishes like enchiladas & fajitas.

1030 N Hwy 67 (Cedar Hill)

Family-run Mexican outfit offers homestyle fare & a set-price-enchiladas deal in colorful quarters.

2530 I-20 Frontage Rd (Grand Prairie)

Lively spot offering stone-baked pizzas along with pasta and wings, plus some desserts.

4032 Cedar Springs Rd

Modest, family-run joint providing homemade Tex-Mex cuisine, plus margaritas & daily happy hours.

940 E Belt Line Rd #142 (Richardson)

Chain outpost featuring build-your-own tacos, burritos & salads in a casual, contemporary setting.

100 Central Expy #104 (Richardson)

Comfortable Italian spot featuring familiar dishes such as pizza, pasta and salads, plus takeout and delivery.

908 Audelia Rd (Richardson)

Honey-wheat dough is the base for specialty pizzas with soul food-style toppings.

215 W Camp Wisdom Rd Ste 4 (Duncanville)

Neighborhood restaurant for Tex-Mex faves such as margaritas and fajitas, plus veggie options.

opposite building to Samsclub parking, located opposite to whataburger, 6243 Retail Rd #400

Warm eatery offering fresh Ethiopian dishes, desserts and coffee, as well as friendly service.

9560 Skillman St Ste 111

A menu of classic Italian dishes & pizza in a relaxed setting with colored floor tiles & wall art.

111 S Cedar Ridge Dr Ste 133 (Duncanville)

Family-run outpost dishing up Tex-Mex favorites with brunch served all day in a spare setup.

230 S Collins Rd #4625 (Sunnyvale)

Cozy Italian restaurant & pizzeria with a full bar, murals & large windows, plus a covered patio.

100 S Main St #102 (Duncanville)

Strip-mall Japanese eatery serving sushi, noodles, hibachi & more in a relaxed, contemporary space.

749 W Wheatland Rd (Duncanville)

Contemporary Veracruz cuisine served amid colorful textured walls, high ceilings & iron chandeliers.

1427 N Hwy 67 (Cedar Hill)

Shopping center resource for Peruvian entrees, sandwiches, rotisserie chicken & baked goods.

525 W Arapaho Rd #1 (Richardson)

Italian spot offering familiar dishes such as lobster ravioli in an upscale, romantic atmosphere.

5000 Belt Line Rd #300

Slices, pastas & a weekday lunch buffet top the menu of this longtime pizzeria (since 1968).

3320 N Buckner Blvd

Local Italian restaurant serving pasta, subs & cocktails in stylish surroundings.

7989 Belt Line Rd #315

Casual restaurant for sushi rolls (including special varieties), hibachi options and fried rice.

8010 Matlock Rd (Arlington)

Cozy restaurant with a wood-fired grill serving Italian dishes and cocktails.

12990 Bee St (Farmers Branch)

Laid-back Mediterranean cafe for Turkish dishes, including kebabs, sandwiches & vegetarian options.

925 Abrams Rd (Richardson)

Pizzeria serving Halal-certified pizza and grilled meats such as kebabs and burgers.

888 S Greenville Ave Ste 222 (Richardson)

Fajitas, enchiladas & other Tex-Mex fare, plus frozen margaritas & beer served in low-key surrounds.

580 W Arapaho Rd #442 (Richardson)

Convivial eatery in La Mexicana tortilla factory preparing traditional dishes & margaritas.

715 Skyline Dr (Duncanville)

Louisiana-influenced spot known for its Cajun hand-battered shrimp & wings in a low-key setting.

107 N Cedar Ridge Dr #106 (Duncanville)

Halal pizzeria dishing up specialty and Mediterranean pies, plus sandwiches, and pasta.

224 E Spring Valley Rd (Richardson)

Distillery & casual restaurant serving, lunch, dinner & brunch with Southern comfort-food spin.

506 Lockwood Dr Ste a (Richardson)

Place for New York-style thin-crust pizzas & homemade pastas, plus specials & BYOB in an airy space.

305 FM1382 #536 (Cedar Hill)

All-day neighborhood parlor serving world-class coffee and cocktails, plus light fare and dinner.

1601 Elm St Ste 120

Chinese restaurant offering dim sum in a sizable, unfussy dining room with large tables.

3555 W Walnut St (Garland)

Relaxed Mexican eatery serving traditional dishes & Tex-Mex fare, plus brunch & cocktails.

3443 W Campbell Rd #800 (Garland)

Classic burger chain serving customizable burgers, hand-cut fries & shakes.

12909 Midway Rd

Casual small chain offering boiled-in-bag Cajun-spiced crawfish, oysters, shrimp & other shellfish.

13340 Audelia Rd #106

Classic Korean BBQ & dishes with tableside grills in a casual setting & light wood decor details.

10560 Walnut St #200

Relaxed restaurant offering waffles, pancakes, grits and more for breakfast and brunch.

14380 Marsh Ln Ste 160 (Addison)

Long-running counter-service chain offering classic fast food including burgers, fries & milkshakes.

718 E Irving Blvd (Irving)

Casual outfit dishing up tacos, tortas, quesabirria, and other familiar Mexican fare.

2069 N Central Expy #100 (Richardson)

All-day eatery serving North and South Indian dishes, some with fusion twists.

700 E Campbell Rd Ste 190 (Richardson)

Unpretentious restaurant & lounge dishing up Nigerian/American Caribbean fusion fare.

100 S Central Expy #50 (Richardson)

Bustling Chinese eatery, banquet hall & bar with garden entry known for all-day dim sum service.

221 W Polk St #200 (Richardson)

Enduring Italian eatery serves classic pasta plates, pizza & more in a humble, old-school setting.

11637 Webb Chapel Rd

Laid-back stop for Hill Country-style hickory-smoked brisket, ribs & more, plus sides & beers.

1050 N Central Expy (Richardson)

Vibrant Vietnamese cafe specializing in whole catfish & 7-course beef, in a simple, bright room.

2150 E Arapaho Rd Ste. 200 (Richardson)

Contemporary Korean restaurant in a shopping mall specializing in variations on tabletop BBQ.

2625 Old Denton Rd #812 (Carrollton)

Neighborhood dining on Middle Eastern & Mediterranean cooking in a casual space with outdoor seats.

820 S Sherman St (Richardson)

Informal Texas-themed chain offers a meaty menu & full bar amid cattle kitsch decor.

13561 N Central Expy

Fast-food chain serving chicken sandwiches & nuggets along with salads & sides.

2617 Lakeview Pkwy (Rowlett)

Down-home spot supplies Cajun-style steaks & seafood in roadhouse digs with occasional live music.

14951 Midway Rd (Addison)

Brazilian bar & steakhouse providing premium grilled meats & classic sides in homey surrounds.

2315 W Airport Fwy (Irving)

Whether you're rolling in before errands or refueling after, Dick's Uptown Cafe keeps it classic with fluffy pancakes, crepes, omelets,…

610 Uptown Blvd #100 (Cedar Hill)

Edmond's Burgers & More is quietly slinging premium, never-frozen patties with big flavor, from a Blue Burger stacked with blue cheese,…

2919 W 15th St (Plano)

Got a block party, office potluck, or cousins rolling in on short notice, Smokin' BBQ caters ribs that fall off the bone and brisket smoked…

305 N Hampton Rd (DeSoto)

Family-owned and proudly made to order, The Burger House slings hand-formed smashed patties on brioche with melty cheese and some of the…

1016 Lavon Dr Ste 107 (Garland)

From foldable Neapolitan pies and hefty Sicilian squares to ricotta-stacked White Pizza and pepperoni pinwheels that disappear fast,…

2425 SE Green Oaks Blvd #107 (Arlington)

Whether you're plotting an easy weeknight win or a celebratory dinner with sizzle, Hana Hibachi & Sushi is a clutch move for Rockwall folks…

1201 Belt Line Rd (Garland)

When a steaming bowl of pho and a spicy tuna roll both call your name, Phở One & Sushi House delivers with authentic Vietnamese comfort,…

223 E Farm to Market Rd 1382 Ste 137 (Cedar Hill)

Craving a mini escape this week without driving far? Love & War in Texas serves buffalo steaks, brisket, and Tex-Mex comfort, then turns…

601 E Plano Pkwy (Plano)

City Works (The Shops at Clearfork - Fort Worth) lines up 90 taps and 8 wines on tap, with rotating seasonals spotlighting 30+ local…

5288 Monahans Ave (Fort Worth)

Delucca Gaucho Pizza & Wine Plano does Brazilian rodizio-style service for pizza, a nonstop stream of savory and dessert slices hitting…

8240 Preston Rd #100 (Plano)

Family-owned since 1972, Cremona Bistro Italian Kitchen keeps it classic with fresh, comforting Italian plates that feel like a warm hug,…

2704 Worthington St

Plano’s Nishiki Ramen is a family-owned Japanese spot led by Tokyo-born owner Mike Furuichi, serving homemade noodles and deeply satisfying…

109 Legacy Dr Ste 140 (Plano)

Family-owned and proudly Black-owned, BBQ DNA serves love-loaded barbecue with savory sauces and sides that don’t play backup. It’s the…

211 N Ervay St Ste 110

Brazil-inspired, upscale, all-you-can-eat eatery featuring grilled meats carved tableside and a salad buffet.

1200 E Davis St Ste 116 (Mesquite)

Modest quick-serve operation supplies 3 meals a day with a focus on Texas-style BBQ.

2334 S Belt Line Rd (Grand Prairie)

Relaxed restaurant featuring homemade American dishes and Mexican eats. Serves all-day breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner.

3950 S Carrier Pkwy Ste#126 (Grand Prairie)

Canteen with Western decor serves up Texas-style BBQ & other Southern fare, plus daily specials.

1417 S Jupiter Rd (Garland)

Compact, no-frills eatery serving mesquite-grilled burgers, sandwiches & chicken, plus beer.

1106 N Collins St (Arlington)

Comfortable spot for classic Italian fare, including pizza, pasta & meat dishes, plus calzones.

2221 Browning Dr (Arlington)

Informal Texas-themed chain offers a meaty menu & full bar amid cattle kitsch decor.

5845 Sandshell Dr (Fort Worth)

No-frills counter-serve pizzeria offering Neapolitan & Sicilian pies, plus pastas & sandwiches.

4300 Matlock Rd Ste 100 (Arlington)

Pizzas with gourmet, locally sourced toppings plus ample on-tap craft brews & specialty cocktails.

4005 Preston Rd Ste 512 (Plano)

Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

1725 N Town E Blvd #210 (Mesquite)

American fare with a Texas accent, live music & a lively bar scene in ranch-reminiscent environs.

857 W John Carpenter Fwy (Irving)

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

5125 George, President George Bush Tpke #100 (Garland)

Old-school hangout serving up beer, cocktails & thin-crust pizza in a casual, no-nonsense setting.

1839 N Henderson Ave

American chophouse with Cajun & Southwestern influences, Kobe burgers, craft cocktails & brunch.

6077 W Interstate 20 (Arlington)

Cozy, family-run restaurant whipping up traditional Guadalajara dishes, including tacos.

1925 Towne Centre Dr (Mesquite)

BBQ chain eatery featuring house-smoked meats, stuffed baked potatoes & classic sides.

1801 Ballpark Way (Arlington)

Vietnamese-American fusion comfort food, cocktails & karaoke are offered till late in a funky space.

2537 N Fitzhugh Ave

Brick-oven pizzas meet classic Italian fare in a simple setting with exposed beams & arched windows.

308 S Galloway Ave (Mesquite)

Sports bar & grill offering wings, burgers & more, plus trivia nights.

4000 Bagpiper Way #140 (Arlington)

Spanish tapas restaurant with a long wine & sherry list, outdoor seating & bohemian style.

2207 Allen St

Sports-bar chain where scantily clad waitresses serve American comfort food in lodgelike surrounds.

3312 N Central Expy (Plano)

Mexican joint for tacos with a patio that is cooked to order.

505 E Abram St (Arlington)

Barbecue-focused food truck serving brisket, ribs and greens, plus baked potatoes and smoked turkey legs.

324 E Belt Line Rd (DeSoto)

Home-style dishes such as catfish and smothered pork chops are prepared in this soul food cafe.

901 N Polk St #330 (DeSoto)

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

16080 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy (Mesquite)

Popular casual chain dishing up chicken tenders and sliders with a range of spice levels and sides.

1709 Preston Rd A (Plano)

Chain serving burgers, fries & other classic fast-food fare, plus frozen lemonade drinks.

1420 N Town E Blvd (Mesquite)

Breezy hangout serving seafood & beach-themed cocktails in stylish, nautical surroundings.

1520 Main St

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

1301 N Collins St Suite 101 Suite 101 (Arlington)

Stylish dining room serving traditional Italian cooking with beer & wine in low-lit surroundings.

2500 NE Green Oaks Blvd #106 (Arlington)

Popular for dine-in, takeout and catering services, serving charcuterie and other dishes.

506 E Division St #130 (Arlington)

Pizza and a range of familiar Italian dishes are on the menu at this casual restaurant.

101 W Main St (Grand Prairie)

Relaxed spot for a range of rolls along with ramen, bento boxes and poke.

5850 K Ave #400 (Plano)

Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

701 E Cartwright Rd #109 (Mesquite)

Casual restaurant with a sake bar serving Asian fusion fare, from noodles to sushi.

909 Tripp Rd #130 (Mesquite)

Vibrant, retro chain serving a seasonal menu of creative breakfast & lunch fare, plus cocktails.

8041 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 846

Relaxed diner dishing up chicken tenders, sandwiches and more, along with a drive-thru option.

1505 N Town E Blvd #100 (Mesquite)

Long-running counter-service chain offering classic fast food including burgers, fries & milkshakes.

2010 Military Pkwy (Mesquite)

Comfortable Japanese restaurant serving up sushi, ramen, udon, bento, and other familiar eats.

2109 W Parker Rd Ste 104 (Plano)

Casual, Mexican option, with salsa, tacos and fajitas, plus margaritas and karaoke.

1001 S Interstate 35 E (DeSoto)

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

3900 Pavillion Ct (Mesquite)

Branch of a Texas smokehouse chain dishing up meat & sides in a simple, family-friendly setting.

4108 S Carrier Pkwy (Grand Prairie)

Relaxed eatery serving Caribbean-style food along with a variety of juices and desserts.

830 Mayfield Rd (Grand Prairie)