Best Fun Restaurants in West Dallas

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1. Culinary Dropout – Dallas

4.5

Price: Moderate

• American • Design District

Booked 19 times today

Come drop in and hang out at Culinary Dropout in Dallas! We're serving up classic meals done right, with crowd favorites like our mouthwatering pretzel bites with provolone fondue, tender 36-hour pork ribs, and the can't-miss fried chicken drizzled with honey that'll have you coming back for more. Feeling thirsty? Quench your thirst with an ice-cold craft beer or one of our killer house-made cocktails. But wait, there's more! Head up to our rooftop for a breathtaking view and an even better vibe. Don't forget to stick around for live music that keeps the laid-back party going. Culinary Dropout is the spot for anyone who loves damn good food, drinks, and rooftop chillin'.

2. Catch Dallas

4.6

Exceptional(129)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Uptown

Booked 68 times today

Catch Hospitality Group's eighth location, Catch Dallas, will be opening it's doors in the iconic and historic Maple Terrace Development this Fall. The 16,000 square-foot dining destination in Uptown Dallas will be complete with a two-level outdoor patio and private events in the signature space, the Emerald Room. The menu will marry simple yet elegant seafood, sushi, and steak both globally and locally influenced alongside beloved signature dishes like the Catch Roll and Truffle Sashimi. Catch Dallas will feature premium Japanese specialties like luxury sushi selections from Tokyo's Toyosu Market and a unique variety of Japanese Wagyu, which is masterfully seared tableside on a hot rock. If you do not see your preferred availability, please use the "notify me" button to join our waitlist & be alerted in real time of openings!

3. The Mexican

4.7

Exceptional(1115)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mexican • Design District

Booked 119 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.

4. Town Hearth

4.8

Exceptional(600)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Design District

Booked 76 times today

Return to simple, primal, rustic style cooking. 6,000 Sq Feet, 1500 Bottle Wine Room, Old & New World Burgundies, Bottles from the Northwest. Sincere food that is real and straight forward, fun, and relatable. Design: Refined, Modern, Masculine, Rustic Vibe, Vintage Vein, progressively retro throwback appeal.Please call the restaurant if you do not see a reservation time you are looking for. We will do our best to get you a table! 214-761-1617

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5. Nuri Steakhouse - Uptown

4.7

Exceptional(257)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Uptown

Booked 69 times today

At Nuri, meaning "whole world" in Korean, we celebrate diversity and cultural exchange through a culinary journey crafted by Michelin-recognized Chef Minji Kim and Executive Chef Mario Hernandez.Our menu reflects a rich tapestry where East meets West, blending Asian, New Orleans, and Southern traditions. Each dish is prepared with the finest ingredients and meticulous attention to detail. We embody a "Care Right" culture, delivering warm, gracious service with an unwavering commitment to excellence.Step into Nuri and experience a luxurious, unforgettable dining journey, bringing the world to your table.

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6. The Henry - Dallas

4.7

Exceptional(2966)

Price: Moderate

• American • Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW) Corridor

Booked 107 times today

Welcome to the greatest neighborhood restaurant, a place where you can always count on a warm welcome from baristas, servers and bartenders who know your order by heart. A fusion of industrial and classical influences, our open dining spaces are bursting with charm and energy. Come and go with ease for your morning coffee, enjoy lunch with a colleague, gather the family together for dinner, or treat yourself to a post-work drink at the bar. For craveable eats and downright delicious cocktails, look no further than a place where you'll always be among friends, a place that feels like home: The Henry.

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7. El Carlos Elegante

4.8

Exceptional(118)

Price: Expensive

• American • West Dallas

Booked 39 times today

El Carlos Elegante is a Mexican-inspired eatery that is open for dinner service and showcases beloved Latin cooking traditions through the chef team’s talent and creativity. Patrons can enjoy large cuts of high-end, Argentinian-style wood-fired meats and fish, a stunning crudo selection, house-made tortillas, as well as traditional masa-based dishes relevant to the heart of Mexico. The restaurant also features a seasonal craft cocktail menu and a standout Mezcal program, as well as a global list of wines and champagnes.

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8. Rooftop at The Henry - Dallas

4.3

Awesome(348)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW) Corridor

Booked 2 times today

Bursting with charm and energy, The Henry Rooftop Bar is a staple in Uptown Dallas. Above a restaurant that feels like home, guests can come and go with ease while sitting above the lively hustle and bustle of downtown. Brunch with a friend? Check. Dinner with family? Check. Refreshing post-work cocktail with show-stopping views of the city? Check, check, check. The Henry does it all with effortless style and endless warmth. Our rooftop bar is an inviting mix of modern and classic influences, an ode to Gatsby-era grace. For craveable good eats and downright delicious cocktails, your go-to is a local treasure where you’re always amongst friends: The Henry, truly the greatest neighborhood restaurant.

9. Carbone - Dallas

4.6

Exceptional(322)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Design District

Booked 23 times today

Carbone is Chef Mario Carbone’s homage to the great Italian American restaurants of mid-20th century in New York, where delicious, exceptionally well-prepared food was served in settings that were simultaneously elegant, comfortable and unpretentious. His food captures the essence of that history but takes its culinary cues from the kitchens of his childhood, the great talents with whom he worked throughout his early career and incorporates his signature techniques that blend familiar and bold flavors to create the most craveable dishes. We call this Carbone Italian.

10. Fearing's

4.8

Exceptional(6223)

Price: Very Expensive

• Regional American (Southwestern) • Uptown

Booked 19 times today

With its lively personality, warm welcome and the “Bold Flavors-No Borders” cuisine of celebrity chef Dean Fearing (the godfather of Modern Texas Cuisine), Fearing’s is a “can’t miss” stop in Dallas. One of the most popular and acclaimed restaurants in Texas, Fearing’s attracts everyone from celebrities, rock stars, local diners and business travelers -- to heads of state and people who just plain love great food from Texas and the Southwest.Join us in one of our seven unforgettable indoor and heated outdoor settings, ranging from casual to elegant, and including the legendary and always fun Rattlesnake Bar. Welcome to Fearing’s Restaurant – where Texas friendliness and great service are always available. And don’t forget to ask to meet Dean Fearing -- chef, recording artist, guitar connoisseur and best-selling author of The Texas Food Bible. If you’re lucky, he may just stop by your table to give you his own personal welcome.

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Gabriella
Austin •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The best meal my husband and I have had in Dallas. We split 3 rolls and edamame between the two of us and it was plenty of food. We also loved the clarified mezcalrita, and my husband said it was the best cocktail he’s ever had. Could not recommend Catch higher!!
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Catch DallasPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Uptown
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4.6
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Dannielle
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Town Hearth is one of the best places in Dallas hands down. The ambience is amazing. The food is always of the highest quality and the staff is always extremely gracious and professional. Best money spent.
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Town HearthPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Design District
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4.8
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RandyVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •87 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Food and service were terrific. Our waiter, Major, was very friendly, attentive, made sure everything was good. Love this restaurant!
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Culinary Dropout – DallasPrice: Moderate• American• Design District
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4.5
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Steve
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
The entire experience was absolutely incredible. From the moment we walked in, the host greeted up promptly and sat us right away, then Daniel was superb. His knowledge of the menu and explanation of everything was spot on, his attitude was very professional yet very kind, and just his attention to detail is something to rave about. The food was amazing, everything perfectly seasoned and prepared to perfection. Highly recommend the Wagyu dumplings, octopus, hamachi, and of course all their steaks. Cannot wait until the next time we eat here!
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Nuri Steakhouse - UptownPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Uptown
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4.7
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Kimberly
Dallas - Fort Worth •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Loved our server. Food was great. Margarita was awesome. Chocolate cake wasn’t that good though. The ambience was very nice. Overall wonderful experience. Will come back again and bring friends.
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The MexicanPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Design District
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4.7

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232 restaurants available nearby

1. Culinary Dropout – Dallas

2. Catch Dallas

3. The Mexican

4. Town Hearth

5. Nuri Steakhouse - Uptown

6. The Henry - Dallas

7. El Carlos Elegante

8. Rooftop at The Henry - Dallas

9. Carbone - Dallas

10. Fearing's

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