Best Fun Restaurants in South Oak Cliff

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1. Red Lobster - Duncanville

3.8

Excellent(8)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Desoto

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

2. Town Hearth

4.8

Exceptional(605)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Design District

Booked 77 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

3. Crown Block

4.6

Exceptional(2821)

Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 158 times today

Poised high above the Dallas skyline atop Reunion Tower, Crown Block offers a culinary experience to surpass that of the typical steakhouse, complemented by an approachable, stylish environment in celebration of all things grilled, seared and roasted. A fine balance between steak, seafood and plant-based cuisine, featuring ingredients from regional farms, ranches and the Gulf of Mexico. The Rare Steak program embraces a range of offerings that includes Prime Beef, Texas Wagyu, and Japanese A5 Wagyu and is complimented by a sushi and chilled seafood display, a dessert bar with pastry chefs in action, as well as signature craft cocktails and an extensive wine list.Wine and dine on another level with breathtaking views of the city. This isn’t just a steakhouse, this rises above them all.

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4. The Henry - Dallas

4.7

Exceptional(2971)

Price: Moderate

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

Booked 171 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.

5. The Mexican

4.7

Exceptional(1124)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mexican • Design District

Booked 153 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.

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6. Rooftop at The Henry - Dallas

4.3

Awesome(349)

Price: Expensive

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

Booked 27 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.

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7. Paparazzi Chophouse

4.6

Exceptional(116)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 41 times today

Inspired by the glitz and glamour of Hollywood, Paparazzi Chophouse takes a fresh spin on the traditional steakhouse experience with an innovative menu and modern allure.Amidst the chic ambiance adorned with silky wallpaper, sumptuous velvet booths, and unique photo ops - Paparazzi promises a fun, unforgettable dining experience.Our culinary offerings will feature the highest quality cuts of steaks and chops, ensuring a feast for the senses. Expect a diverse array of offerings ranging from classic entrees and appetizers, to elevated dishes with a southern twist.

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8. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Dallas

4.5

Awesome(9418)

Price: Moderate

• Regional American (Southern) • Downtown

Booked 208 times today

Created to deliver the best in food, drinks and vibes to Dallas, Texas, Kitchen + Kocktails is here to please. A dynamic comfort food restaurant at its core, Kitchen + Kocktails will focus on nicely plated comfort foods, including flavored fried chicken and lobster tails, shrimp and grits, creative waffles and other southern classics made with a twist. Parties of 9+ call: 469-841-0073 between the hours of 8am to 7pm. If you are past the 15 minute grace period your reservation will be forfeited then you will be accommodated as a walk-in.Proper Dress Attire Required.• No Tank Tops• No Athletic Slides or Flip Flops (Regardless of brand)• No Crocs• No Explicit Clothing• No Sagging• No Revealing Attire • No Jerseys• No Hoods, Durags, Stocking Caps, etc on While Dining*NO OUTSIDE FOOD/CAKES/DRINKSWhile we do recognize special circumstances, it is solely at our team’s discretion to allow exceptions.

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9. El Carlos Elegante

4.8

Exceptional(122)

Price: Expensive

• American • West Dallas

Booked 57 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.

10. Carbone - Dallas

4.6

Exceptional(323)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Design District

Booked 22 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.

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Esteban
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Pretty good place to celebrate your special events, the service was amazing and the food tastes as well. We’ll definitely have come back someday.
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Crown BlockPrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.6
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Chris
Dallas - Fort Worth •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
This was my first time to go to the Mexican and what a great experience. This was a business dinner with some new clients during the home furnishings market. It’s close to the market center so it made it very convenient. The food and service are fantastic. This definitely won’t be my last time to dine in there.
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The MexicanPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Design District
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4.7
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Melissa
Corpus Christi / McAllen •1 review
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Wonderful food and dining experience overall. Service was excellent!
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The Henry - DallasPrice: Moderate• American• Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW) Corridor
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4.7
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Dannielle
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days 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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Pierre
Dallas - Fort Worth •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 23 Apr 2023
Wait was extended due to not enough waiters and system was down so our online reservation was not received Food came quickly and was excellent Sinai was an excellent waitress
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Red Lobster - DuncanvillePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Desoto
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3.8

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78 restaurants available nearby

1. Red Lobster - Duncanville

2. Town Hearth

3. Crown Block

4. The Henry - Dallas

5. The Mexican

6. Rooftop at The Henry - Dallas

7. Paparazzi Chophouse

8. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Dallas

9. El Carlos Elegante

10. Carbone - Dallas

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