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Best Authentic Restaurants in East Dallas

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A photo of Mot Hai Ba - Lakewood restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(1258)
Price: Expensive
• Vietnamese • Lakewood / White Rock Lake
Booked 20 times today
Mot Hai Ba has been an East Dallas staple since 2013, offering a seasonal menu inspired by locally sourced farms and ingredients, as well as influences from France, Asia & Italy. Our original location in Lakewood offers a cozy, intimate dining room, and a lovely enclosed patio for your enjoyment.Due to our limited seating capacity we ask that guests adhere to the following reservation timeframes:parties of 1 to 2 guests - 1 hour 45 minutes .2 to 4 guests - 2 hours . 5 guests and up - 2.5 hours . Parties of 5 and larger must call the restaurant to reserve, as a credit card hold will be required.
A photo of Hudson House - Lakewood restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(286)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Lakewood / White Rock Lake
Booked 116 times today
With its East Coast-inspired “old-school casual” design and menu, Hudson House offers straightforward, timeless American dishes for lunch and dinner. Oysters are flown in daily and are best paired with their legendary “World’s Coldest Martinis."
A photo of The Mexican restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1082)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mexican • Design District
Booked 90 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 Purepecha restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(163)
Price: Very Expensive
• Mexican • Deep Ellum
Booked 1 time today
Offering a 4 course tasting menu in the front dining room and a 7 course tasting menu in the communal chefs kitchen table. The menu showcases dishes of Michoacan, Mexico featuring both traditional and international ingredients, flair and flavors. Experience brought to you by chef Regino Rojas, multi time nominated chef for James Beard Award and numerous accolades all together. Purepecha was named Best Tasting Menu by D Magazine August 2024 issue, named Best Restaurant by D magazine December 2023 issue. Please contact us directly for groups up to 14 people. Unable to accommodate to vegan, vegetarian or pescatarian, these requests will not be accepted. Thank you for understanding. No shows and cancellations with less than 72 hours notice will be charged a $120-$180 cancellation fee per person. Online cancellation cut off is 72 hours before the reservation and not able to be cancelled. Cancellations are not accepted over the phone or email. Thank you for respecting our policy
A photo of Tei-An restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(35)
Price: Very Expensive
• Japanese • Arts District
Booked 6 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 Mercat Bistro restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1218)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary French • Uptown
Booked 17 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 The Rustic Dallas restaurant
4.4
Awesome(48)
Price: Moderate
• American • Uptown
Booked 23 times today
At The Rustic, we proudly serve American food with a culinary flair. Every dish is crafted from fresh ingredients right in the heart of Dallas. Enjoy a diverse selection of authentic Texas beers, wines, and spirits, or handcrafted mocktails. Come by for great food and live music, and soak in the vibrant ambiance from our award-winning patio. For larger group dining of more than ten, just give our team a call-we're here to help make your gathering a memorable one!
A photo of La Stella Cucina Verace restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(823)
Price: Very Expensive
• Italian • Arts District
Booked 22 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 Toulouse - Knox Street (Dallas) restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2569)
Price: Expensive
• French • Knox / Henderson
Booked 100 times today
Welcome to Cafe Toulouse... we are a French Bistro in Uptown Dallas. We offer classic french bistro cuisine in a posh setting, with an attentive service since 2004. Bon appetite
A photo of Medium Rare - Dallas restaurant
4.3
Awesome(111)
Price: Moderate
• French American • East Dallas
Booked 26 times today
A Diner's Choice Award winner for the last 12 years! Legendary Medium Rare offers a unique $30.95 prix fixe dinner dinning experience of artisan bread; a mixed green salad; prime, dry-aged steak; and hand-cut fries (Vegetarian option always available) in a relaxed, fun, environment. Our Brunch on weekends can't be topped. Please allow us 15 minutes to seat you after your full party has arrived and after checkin at our host stand. As we do only one thing, we do our best to make the food and experience exceptional and also a good value. We also serve brunch on Saturday and Sunday's with a great prix fixe including French Toast, Steak and Eggs, Eggs Benedict and bottomless Bloody Marys, Mimosas and Screwdrivers. WALK INS and CALL AHEAD seating are always welcomed.

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  • Rolando
    New York City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Wife and I celebrated our anniversary and the food was top notch. We got the omakese experience and enjoyed every dish that was presented to us.
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    Tei-AnPrice: Very Expensive• Japanese• Arts District
    4.8
  • DavidVIP
    Dallas - Fort Worth •25 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We have decided to make The Mexican our go-to for our Christmas celebration with one of our best friends from now on. We started at the bar for a cocktail before we were seated in the beautiful main dining room. Our server, Josa (sp?) was friendly, knowledgeable and fun. He pointed out the customer favorites for all parts of the menu. We started with ceviche and queso fundido for our starters, and we had the trio of enchiladas, the ribeye steak, and tacos for the main. We wanted to share everything and Josa did the honors of separating the starters and the mains onto three dishes. As we were finishing our first course, a tequila sommelier came to our table who gave us a mini course on the correct way to taste tequila. Free, interesting, and fun! We finished with the Quatro Leche cake for dessert which was delicious. All in all, one of the best dining experiences for me in the last three years. It’s not cheap, however. All in, dinner and cocktails were north of $700 for the three of us. But, we said we’d definitely do it again. Thanks all for a memorable evening!
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    The MexicanPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Design District
    4.7
  • Will
    Dallas - Fort Worth •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    This was our forst time at Mot Hai Ba after hearing people talk about it for years and I genuinely regret not going sooner. The food was unique and delicious, the service was top notch and friendly, the atmosphere was cozy and lively. Nothing but good things to say about the experience and can't wait to go back again - hopefully very soon!
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    Mot Hai Ba - LakewoodPrice: Expensive• Vietnamese• Lakewood / White Rock Lake
    4.9
  • Danna
    Dallas - Fort Worth •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    Lemon Drop Martini’s are a MUST HAVE! Oysters are amazing! Burgers are top notch! We love the ambience, but Christmas was definitely HOPPING, so the noise level was a little more than normal, but it was a festive and fun, so not loud in a bad way. Great place anytime, but highly recommend for special occasions. Love the Lakewood location.
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    Hudson House - LakewoodPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Lakewood / White Rock Lake
    4.8
  • Matthew
    Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on 8 Dec 2024
    Absolutely amazing! Kitchen table Chefs Tasting Menu was fantastic. You are in the kitchen as they prepare your meal, but that have created a much more “homey” style kitchen rather than the traditional commercial kitchen. The food and explanation of the menu as you eat is fantastic! The Mezcal selection is amazing as well. If you don’t rent out the whole table (8 guests I think) you will be seated with others which could be good or bad depending on your luck. I would rent out this table for a group in a heartbeat and enjoy a night of cocktails and amazing food. I will 1000% be going back. Maybe try the main dining room and traditional experience, but that will be hard since I know what the kitchen holds for its guests. I can tell why he won Beard Awards.
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    PurepechaPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Deep Ellum
    4.9

Discover best authentic restaurants in East Dallas

Discover the charm of authentic dining in the Dallas suburbs, particularly in East Dallas and the broader Dallas-Fort Worth area. This region boasts a diverse array of restaurants that cater to those searching for genuine culinary experiences. From traditional flavors to innovative dishes, each establishment offers a unique insight into the rich culinary heritage of their origins. The dining scene here is vibrant and inviting, with eateries providing not only exceptional food but also a warm, welcoming atmosphere that reflects the local culture. Patrons can expect high standards of quality and service, where every meal is served with a touch of authenticity that is both delightful and memorable. These restaurants stand out for their commitment to authenticity, ensuring that each dish is prepared with integrity and a deep respect for traditional cooking methods. Whether you're a local or a visitor, the authentic restaurants in East Dallas and the surrounding areas promise a truly enriching dining experience.

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