The best restaurants in Denton

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

2306 S Buckner Blvd (Dallas)

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

3628 Frankford Rd (Dallas)

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

3215 Regent Blvd (Irving)

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

10455 N Central Expy #104 (Dallas)

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

920 S Harwood St #120 (Dallas)

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

4032 Cedar Springs Rd (Dallas)

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 (Dallas)

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

9560 Skillman St Ste 111 (Dallas)

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

5000 Belt Line Rd #300 (Dallas)

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

3320 N Buckner Blvd (Dallas)

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

7989 Belt Line Rd #315 (Dallas)

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

8010 Matlock Rd (Arlington)

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

1601 Elm St Ste 120 (Dallas)

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

12909 Midway Rd (Dallas)

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

13340 Audelia Rd #106 (Dallas)

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

10560 Walnut St #200 (Dallas)

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

718 E Irving Blvd (Irving)

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

11637 Webb Chapel Rd (Dallas)

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

13561 N Central Expy (Dallas)

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

2315 W Airport Fwy (Irving)

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)

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)

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 (Dallas)

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)

Denton’s Seven Mile Cafe is making breakfast all about you with vegan-friendly tacos, migas, that almost famous cinnamon bun, and serious…

2123 Sadau Ct

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 (Dallas)

Relaxed restaurant, truck and catering service focusing on Mediterranean fare including halal food, shawarma, brisket and kebabs.

204 E McKinney St

Relaxed gathering spot offering hearty American breakfast & lunch standards, plus coffee.

1622 W University Dr Suite#100

Easygoing, art-filled eatery serving breakfast-to-lunch comfort grub alongside coffee drinks.

3101 Unicorn Lake Blvd

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

2835 W University Dr

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

1106 N Collins St (Arlington)

Casual spot serving creative burgers and fries, plus beer and cocktails.

3258 S Interstate 35

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)

Upscale, warm, relaxing restaurant featuring duck-filled pot pie and other dishes with Thai flair.

209 W Hickory St #101

Casual eatery serving breakfast tacos, burritos, fajitas and enchiladas for breakfast and lunch along with a kids' menu.

1813 N Elm St

Classic Italian fare and wine in a casual, low-lit space with tree trunk columns and wooden tables.

1407 W Oak St

Lively, sports-themed bar & grill doling out American favorites in a casual strip-mall setting.

1301 FM 407 (Lewisville)

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)

Pizza with a crispy crust and stuffed options, as well as pasta dishes.

2201 S Interstate 35 FC-2

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

857 W John Carpenter Fwy (Irving)

Relaxed spot, known for Thai curry and noodles as well as dishes that blend Chinese, Vietnamese and pan-Asian flavors.

801 Sunset St

American comfort-food spot for chicken-fried steak, breakfasts & burgers served in casual loft digs.

111 N Elm St

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

1839 N Henderson Ave (Dallas)

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

6077 W Interstate 20 (Arlington)

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 (Dallas)

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 (Dallas)

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

3312 N Central Expy (Plano)

This eatery with a cool, relaxed vibe & patio seating makes Asian fusion fare & specialty cocktails.

109 Oakland St

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

505 E Abram St (Arlington)

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

1709 Preston Rd A (Plano)

Diners can browse this Tex-Mex restaurant's gift shop for a range of Mexican arts & crafts.

720 W University Dr

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

1520 Main St (Dallas)

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)

Counter-serve, build-your-own-burrito chain with a natural-foods focus, also serving tacos & salads.

2700 W University Dr Ste 1090

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

506 E Division St #130 (Arlington)

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

5850 K Ave #400 (Plano)

Contemporary destination for creative sushi rolls, lunch specials, drinks & weekend DJ sets.

2430 S Interstate 35 #126

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

8041 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 846 (Dallas)

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

2109 W Parker Rd Ste 104 (Plano)

Upscale spot offers an American menu in a spacious modern setting featuring a garden patio.

2501 N Harwood St Suite 225 (Dallas)

Burgers and chicken fried steaks are the main attractions at this casual restaurant offering grilled food and comfort eats.

1297 Justin Rd #310 (Lewisville)

Casual restaurant featuring a selection of Mexican dishes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

3969 Teasley Ln Ste 1300

Italian BYOB serving brick-oven pizza & other casual fare in a cozy, neighborhood setting.

1730 W Randol Mill Rd (Arlington)

No-frills hub for pies both traditional & with southeast Asian influences served till the wee hours.

2519 N Fitzhugh Ave (Dallas)

Laid-back destination offering an extensive wine menu, plus Spanish-style tapas, plates & desserts.

5016 Miller Ave (Dallas)

Casual eatery serving enormous baked potatoes piled high with smoked meats plus familiar sides and desserts.

1219 E Illinois Ave (Dallas)

Contemporary industrial-style venue for New American plates, along with a whiskey cocktail menu.

3601 Dallas Pkwy (Plano)

Casual spot for Texas-inspired cuisine, craft cocktails & a large selection of bourbons & whiskeys.

12300 Inwood Rd Ste 170 (Dallas)

Industrial-chic tequila bar serving signature margaritas with complimentary chips & salsa.

110 W Mulberry St

Classic sports bar & grill with TV screens, pool tables, outdoor tables & wings on the menu.

935 W Parker Rd Suite #410 (Plano)

Modern outfit for gourmet burgers & nonbeef options, plus spiked milkshakes & creative cocktails.

8255 Preston Rd #300 (Plano)

Modern, clubby restaurant featuring sushi & Japanese tapas, plus fancy mixed drinks.

3131 W 7th St (Fort Worth)

Homemade stuffed pastas are the hallmark of this classic neighborhood trattoria with pizza & subs.

3100 W Arkansas Ln (Arlington)

Sophisticated restaurant offering familar Italian recipes, plus a separate piano bar.

829 E Lamar Blvd (Arlington)

Gourmet-style burgers and other Mediterranean eats in a laid-back place with a drive through.

5720 State Hwy 121 (Plano)

Casual restaurant known for breakfast and brunch, including chicken and waffles, lobster benedict, and lamb chops.

5331 E Mockingbird Ln #160 (Dallas)

Classic American breakfast food & baked goods in a casual setting with New York-inspired interiors.

3330 Matlock Rd #100 (Arlington)

Luxe take on an old-west saloon for fancy cocktails, beer & wine, & elegant steaks, chops & seafood.

2386 Victory Park Ln (Dallas)

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

3625 Central Expy Suite 100 Suite 100 (Plano)

Informal Vietnamese restaurant ladling out a variety of noodle soups & banh mi sandwiches.

5005 S Cooper St #187 (Arlington)

Neapolitan-style pie eatery offering a seasonally changing menu and cooked in a wood-fired oven, plus homemade ice cream.

104 W Congress St

Upbeat eatery featuring American fare, from fried chicken to lamb chops and cocktails, on a patio and in an upscale interior.

5000 Belt Line Rd (Dallas)

Chef Tim Love's modern steakhouse plating seafood, game & choice Texas beef, plus cocktails & wine.

115 E Hickory St

Casually sophisticated downtown steakhouse with large patio for family-style Argentinian favorites.

1807 Ross Ave (Dallas)

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

2150 W 7th St Suite 108 (Fort Worth)

Casual, kid-friendly eatery known for healthy comfort dishes like salads and pizza.

2408 Preston Rd #704a (Plano)

Chic spot for steaks, seafood, and other inventive dishes, plus a full bar.

1201 Shoal Creek (Highland Village)

Part of a local counter-serve chain serving burgers, plus fried chicken, hot dogs & kids' meals.

2929 Custer Rd #300 (Plano)

Casual outlet of a chain known for Neapolitan-style pizzas from a wood-fired oven.

200 N East St (Arlington)

Burgers & all-day breakfast fare anchor the lengthy menu at this family-friendly American eatery.

1530 N Cooper St (Arlington)

Local chain of offbeat coffeehouse & breakfast/lunch hangouts pouring unlimited java refills.

2815 Elm St (Dallas)

Informal Italian restaurant serving classics like spaghetti and chicken marsala with vegetarian options.

3948 Legacy Dr (Plano)

Family-friendly buffet chain featuring all-you-can-eat American fare, plus salad & dessert bars.

465 E Interstate 20 (Arlington)

Casual, colorful spot for breakfast favorites and lunch-time staples, as well as espresso-based drinks.

7000 Independence Pkwy Ste 104B (Plano)

Casual New York-based chain known for craft burgers as well as craft beer and milkshakes.

2475 Victory Park Ln Ste 120 (Dallas)

Contemporary bar with made-to-order sangrias, plus Spanish & Catalan small plates.

6007 Legacy Dr #180 (Plano)

Casual restaurant serving chicken wings (including smoked varieties) along with fries.

2825 W University Dr

Eatery & beer garden offering farm-to-table fare, 60+ beers & live music amid plank & brick walls.

3520 Greenville Ave (Dallas)

Casual Japanese eatery offering creative rolls, sushi & hibachi-grilled fare, plus Korean staples.

7525 Greenville Ave (Dallas)

Relaxed, lodge-chic chain serving global comfort fare, including stir-fries, pot roast & pastas.

8401 Preston Rd (Plano)

Old-school Italian counter-serve joint offering pizza, pasta, subs, stromboli & more.

965 W Lamar Blvd (Arlington)

Casual, low-key sushi spot known for a wide variety of rolls.

3220 Teasley Ln #112

Hearty American fare, including all-day breakfast, burgers & fried catfish platters, in simple digs.

2900 Wind River Ln

Italian spot known for specialty pasta bowls, Italian street food, and cocktails in relaxed digs.

118 W Oak St

Breakfast, brunch and dinner spot with a chic decor, serving waffles, omelettes and pancakes, plus steaks, salads, salmon and pizza.

6145 Windhaven Pkwy #120 (Plano)

Spanish small bites supported by an extensive array of wines & sherries, plus live flamenco.

4501 Travis St (Dallas)

Cozy, strip-mall eatery offering a variety of familiar Italian fare, beer & wine plus free delivery.

3969 Teasley Ln

Plush dining room in The Sanford House B&B serving upscale seasonal American fare & weekend brunch.

506 N Center St (Arlington)

Local chain featuring build-your-own pies, a variety of Italian fare & a kids' menu.

5410 State Hwy 121 (Plano)

Popular fast food chain prepping Nashville hot chicken, sliders, mac 'n' cheese, and fries in casual digs.

8315 Preston Rd Ste 400 (Plano)

Upmarket branch offering ramen, cocktails and vegan options in sleek surroundings.

625 High Market St Suite 185 (Dallas)

Cozy cafe for a range of boba teas & Asian dishes from Singaporean noodles to Chinese fried rice.

705 W Park Row Dr (Arlington)