The best restaurants in Garland

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

2306 S Buckner Blvd (Dallas)

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

723 S Central Expy (Richardson)

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

3628 Frankford Rd (Dallas)

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)

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)

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)

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

4032 Cedar Springs Rd (Dallas)

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)

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)

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 (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)

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)

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)

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

1601 Elm St Ste 120 (Dallas)

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

3555 W Walnut St

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

3443 W Campbell Rd #800

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)

American restaurant with a bar serving comfort food and small plates in a casual space.

4441 Bass Pro Dr

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 (Dallas)

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)

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 (Dallas)

Hawaiian restaurant known for its casual atmosphere and spicy chicken dishes.

3101 Lakeview Pkwy (Rowlett)

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

2617 Lakeview Pkwy (Rowlett)

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)

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

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

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)

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)

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

1417 S Jupiter Rd

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)

Simple, snug eatery serving sushi, ramen & other Japanese & Korean traditional specialties.

158 FM 544 Ste 118 (Murphy)

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)

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

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)

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

505 E Abram St (Arlington)

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)

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)

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

150 Town Center Blvd

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)

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)

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

3900 Pavillion Ct (Mesquite)

Casual Japanese dining with sushi and other fare served in a family-friendly setting.

4430 Lavon Dr #306

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

2501 N Harwood St Suite 225 (Dallas)

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)

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)

Fast-food-style eatery (with delivery) serving made-to-order sushi rolls, plus bowls, gyoza and fried apps.

6850 N Shiloh Rd F3

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)

Family-owned pizzeria furnishes NYC-style pies & casual Italian eats in digs with limited seating.

3443 W Campbell Rd

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

5720 State Hwy 121 (Plano)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

1625 S First St

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)

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)

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

1807 Ross Ave (Dallas)

Casual Texas-style BBQ chain serving ribs, sandwiches, plates & family-style meal options.

3410 Broadway Blvd

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)

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)

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

3335 N President George Bush Hwy

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)