Neighborhood Services - Lovers

Name: Neighborhood Services - Lovers
Address: 5027 W Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX, United States, 75209
Telephone: (214) 350-5027
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

2063 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 29 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines

Since 2007, Neighborhood Services - Lovers Lane, is the original and beloved first restaurant from Chef Nick Badovinus. Tried and true, it remains the heart of the Highland Park neighborhood. Pride is taken in offering delicious and diverse menu options reflecting the city's culinary diversity. The original Neighborhood Service’s ambiance exudes a warm and friendly atmosphere, making it a popular gathering spot for locales and those afar. From the attentive staff, to the carefully selected meats and seafood, this restaurant aims to create a memorable dining experience that captures the essence of Dallas' vibrant food culture.

"Serving Honest Food & Drink in the American Tradition."
- Nick Badovinus

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Meat
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–22:00
Phone number
(214) 350-5027
Website
http://www.nhstheoriginal.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Nick Badovinus

Location
5027 W Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75209
Area
Park Cities
Cross Street
Inwood Road
Parking details
Complimentary Valet
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Featured in

Popular dishes

East Coast Oysters
Half doz / cocktail / mignonette. Not available for take home
Ceviche a la Minute
red fresno / cilantro / smoked trout roe / yuzu vinaigrette
By Hand Noodles
mixed / rolled / cut / fitting sauce
Fish No.1 & Fish No.2
simply prepared / presented à la carte
Always Premium Cut
always prime / always well-aged / always on the bone

Daily Plates

limited quantities available

Tuesday

Chicken Fricassee Pot PieUS$23.00
cheddar crust / root vegetables / dressed chicory

Wednesday

Butcher's Prime Meatloaf*US$24.00
creamed russets / tobacco onions

Thursday

Short Rib StroganoffUS$31.00
buttered fettuccine / crème fraîche / chicory salad

Friday

Double Cut Chicken ParmUS$28.00
fra diavolo / mozzarella gratin / salad milanese

Saturday

Angry LobsterUS$42.00
green chile-cheddar polenta / spiced charred tomato meunière

Sunday

Fried Chicken & Fixin'sUS$0.00
creamed russets / braised collards / bone gravy

Starts & Small Plates

Crispy AsparagusUS$13.00
lemon-dill dressing / parm
Butcher's Prime Meatballs*US$15.00
PtR bleu / original voodoo sauce
Dutch Mussels in White Wine US$17.00
1# / lots of butter / garlic / crusty bread
Short Rib NachosUS$17.00
pico / charred green onion / crème fraîche
Fried Gulf ShrimpUS$18.00
seatown seafood sauce
Jonah Crab & Green Chile DipUS$19.00
parm gratin / charred tomato-cucumber salsa / red sea-salted corn chips

Flatbreads

Smoked SalmonUS$18.00
fried capers / red onion / dill creme fraiche / lemon / herb oil
MediterraneanUS$18.00
kalmata olive / grape tomato / red onion / feta / tzatziki
Pancetta & PineappleUS$18.00
house made ricotta / red fresno / oregano / fresh cracked pepper

Soup & Salad Course

Tortilla SoupUS$11.00
roasted chicken / avocado / colby & pepper jack blend
Young Greens US$13.00
breakfast radish / tomato / brioche croutons / parm / buttermilk ranch / white balsamic vinaigrette
Wedge "My Way"US$15.00
iceberg / applewood bacon / marinated grape tomato / red onion / creamy PtR bleu dressing
CaesarUS$16.00
caesar dressing / parm / horseradish gremolata

Main Plates

Fish & ChipsUS$22.00
malted vinegar cole slaw / classic dill tartar
Bacon Cheddar Primo Burger US$23.00
daily ground prime angus chuck / tillamook / iceberg / tomato / mayonnaise / caramelized onion / sea-salted russet frites
Short Rib EnchiladasUS$24.00
colby & pepper jack / pico / crème fraîche
Chicken PiccataUS$30.00
grilled asparagus / lemon caper pan sauce
Gulf Shrimp & Linguini US$31.00
excessive parsley / cracked black pepper / lemon caper beurre blanc / parm
Veal Shoulder SchnitzelUS$34.00
cracked pepper spaetzle / dressed chicory / grape tomato / honeycrisp / parm
Seared ScallopsUS$36.00
pancetta / green chile-cheddar polenta / charred tomato meunière

Live Fire Grilled Cuts

Conner's Pork ChopUS$39.00
14oz berkshire / creamed russets / roasted bone gravy
Flat Iron Steak FritesUS$41.00
10oz 'london broil' style / dressed arugula / original voodoo sauce
A Nice FiletUS$52.00
8oz ABA Angus tenderloin / lil' bacon-cheddar potato gratin
Steak Frites Deluxe US$59.00
16oz ABA Angus ribeye / dressed arugula / original voodoo sauce

Sides & Shares

Russet FritesUS$8.00
cut daily / twice fried / secret sauce
Green Chile-Cheddar GritsUS$11.00
they're delicious
Roasted Brussels & PancettaUS$13.00
maple / lemon
Asparagus a la PlanchaUS$14.00
brown butter
Creamed RussetsUS$11.00
roasted bone gravy
Loaded Potato GratinUS$13.00
colby jack / bacon / crème fraîche / green onion
Mac & Cheese CasseroleUS$15.00
the gold standard / parm gratin

Desserts

Banana Pudding
nilla wafers / meringue / whipped cream
Chocolate Lava Cake
chocolate ganache / vanilla ice cream
Boone's Banana Split
banana / ice cream / chocolate ganache / whipped cream / caramel / cherry on top
Fried Pie
changes on the regular
Butterscotch Pots de Crème
classic prep / since '08

House Cocktails

Salty MousseUS$14.00
tito's vodka / pamplemousse / grapefruit / cane sugar
Track Six Peach Gimlet US$14.00
tito's vodka or fords gin / peach / honey / lemon
Poblano FixUS$14.00
el tesoro blanco tequila / pineapple poblano / lime / tajin salt
Blood Orange Margarita US$14.00
pueblo viejo blanco / cointreau / lime / tajin
Gold Rush US$14.00
evan Williams single barrel / honey / lemon / bitters
Red Blooded Manhattan US$15.00
red blooded rittenhouse rye single barrel / amer / sweet vermouth / brandied cherries
Pop's Martini SaladUS$15.00
kettle one vodka / bleu cheese olives / house-pickled vegetable skewer
Texas Old FashionedUS$15.00
red blooded rittenhouse rye single barrel or elijah craig bourbon / dr pepper reduction / bitters / citrus twist

Beer Selections

High Life (Pony)US$3.00
PBRUS$4.00
Lone Star US$4.00
Dos EquisUS$5.00
HeinekenUS$5.00
Miller LiteUS$5.00
Coors Banquet or LightUS$5.00
Heineken 0.0US$5.00
Mickey's Big MouthUS$5.00
Shiner Bock US$6.00
Stella ArtoisUS$6.00
Sculpin IPA US$8.00

Red Blooded Single Barrel Selections

Sazerac Rye 6yrUS$14.00
90 pf / barrel #052 / barreled 12.16.15 / Frankfort, KY
Rittenhouse RyeUS$16.00
100 pf / barrel #7990234 / schenley rickhouse / barreled 03.26.18
Corazon Reposado US$16.00
80 pf / casa san matias / single estate / blanton's bourbon barrel finished / rested 11 months
Buffalo Trace Single Barrel US$18.00
90 pf / barrel #304 / barreled 4.22. 15 / Frankfort, KY
Maker's Mark Private SelectUS$20.00
109.3 pf / the un-made / unique stave finish / Loretto, KY
Elijah Craig Private Barrel 8yrUS$28.00
127 pf / barrel 36669362 / rickhouse AA / barreled 01.16.14 / Bardstown, KY

Bourbon

Wild TurkeyUS$12.00
101 pf
Eagle Rare 10 YrUS$14.00
90 pf
Russell's Reserve 10yrUS$15.00
90 pf
W.L. Weller Special ReserveUS$16.00
90 pf
Michter'sUS$16.00
91.4 pf
Basil Hayden's 8yrUS$18.00
80 pf
Maker's 46US$18.00
94 pf
Evan Williams Single BarrelUS$19.00
pf 86.6
EH Taylor Small BatchUS$19.00
100 pf
Rowan's CreeekUS$20.00
100.1 pf
Old Forester 1910US$20.00
93 pf
Weller Antique US$22.00
107 pf
Angel's EnvyUS$23.00
86.6 pf
Booker'sUS$25.00
pf varies
Weller 12yrUS$25.00
90 pf
Stagg Jr.US$25.00
131.1 pf
Blanton's US$26.00
93 pf
Jefferson's Ocean US$30.00
90 pf
Garrison Brothers Small Batch US$30.00
94 pf
Laws 4GUS$30.00
94 pf
Russell's Reserve 13yrUS$36.00
114.8 pf

Rye Whiskey

Wild TurkeyUS$12.00
101 pf
Highwest DoubleUS$15.00
92 pf
Michter'sUS$16.00
84.4 pf
Russel's Reserve 6yrUS$17.00
90 pf
WhistlePig PiggyBack 6yrUS$20.00
96.5 pf
Laws US$30.00
94 pf
WhistlePig 10yrUS$32.00
100 pf
Angels EnvyUS$32.00
100 pf
WhistlePig Old WorldUS$49.00
86 pf

Scotch

Glenmorangie 10yrUS$15.00
86 pf
The Glenlivet 12yrUS$18.00
80 pf
The Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14yrUS$28.00
86 pf
Glenfiddich 18yrUS$30.00
80 pf
Oban 14yrUS$30.00
80 pf
Highland Park 18yrUS$32.00
86 pf

Sparkling

Adami Garbel Brut, Prosecco, IT NVUS$12.00
Gerard Bertrand Rosé Cremant de Limoux, FR '20US$15.00
Lanson Pere & Fils Brut, Champagne, FR, NVUS$22.00
Schramsberg Brut Rosé, North Coast, CA '19US$95.00
Gaston Chiquet Brut 'Tradition', FR, NV US$132.00
Bollinger Special Cuvée Brut, Ay, FR, NVUS$185.00

Alternative White & Rose

Riesling, Dr. Herman Dr. H, Mosel, DE '21US$11.00
Pinot Blanc, Trimbach, Alsace, FR '19US$45.00
Pinot Grigio, Scarpetta, Friuli, IT '21US$12.00
Grüner Veltliner, Domäne Wachau, Federspiel, AT '20US$13.00
Rosé, Rose Gold, Côtes de Provence, FR '21US$14.00
Spy Valley '20 Marlborough, NZUS$15.00
White Blend, Massican Emilia Bianca, Napa Valley, CA '20US$70.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Dealer's Choice, Sancerre, FR '21US$20.00

Chardonnay

Damien Martin, Bourgogne, FR '21US$14.00
Sonoma-Cutrer, Sonoma County, CA '21US$16.00
Jordan, Russian River Valley, CA '20US$21.00
Enroute, Russian River, CA '21US$85.00
Rombauer, Carneros, CA '21US$95.00
Vocoret Les Forets 1er Chablis, Burgundy, FR '21US$110.00
Kistler Les Noisetiers, Sonoma, CA '20US$135.00
Domaine Chevy Puligny Montrachet, Burgundy, FR '20US$195.00

Pinot Noir

Twenty Rows, North Coast, CA '20US$14.00
Ken Wright, Willamette Valley, OR '21US$17.00
Failla, Sonoma Coast, CA '21US$75.00
Belle Glos Clark & Telephone, Santa Barbara County, CA '21US$80.00
Cristom Mt. Jefferson Cuvée, Willamette Valley, OR '21US$90.00
Emeritus Hallberg Ranch, Russian River Valley, CA '18US$99.00
Flowers, Sonoma Coast, CA '21US$110.00
Bergstrom Cumberland RSV, Willamette Valley, OR '20US$120.00
RAEN Royal St. Robert, Sonoma Coast, CA '20US$150.00
Kosta Browne, Santa Rita Hills, CA '20US$195.00

Cabernet & Cab Blends

In Sheets Clothing, Columbia Valley, WA '20US$14.00
Justin, Paso Robles, CA '20US$16.00
Leviathan, Napa Valley, CA '20US$75.00
Chappellet Mountain Cuvée, Napa Valley, CA '20US$21.00
Royal Prince, Napa Valley, CA '19US$95.00
Robert Craig Howell Man Cuvée, Napa Valley, CA '19US$110.00
Groth, Napa Valley, CA '18US$128.00
Faust, Napa Valley, CA '20US$130.00
Jordan, Alexander Valley, CA '18US$140.00
Orin Swift Papillon, Napa Valley, CA '18US$165.00
Heitz Cellar, Napa Valley, CA '18US$175.00
Mt. Brave Mt. Veeder, Napa Valley, CA '18US$210.00

Alternative Reds

Barbera, Renato Ratti, Barbera D'Asti, IT '21US$13.00
Malbec, Luigi Bosca Malbec, Mendoza, AR '21US$14.00
Zinfandel, Ridge Three Valleys, Sonoma, CA '20US$15.00
Ridge Three Valleys Zinfandel '19 Sonoma, CAUS$15.00
Tinto de Toro, Termes by Numanthia, Toro, SP'19US$18.00
Tempranillo, Muga Rioja, Rioja, SP '18US$78.00
Cabernet Franc, Andrew Will Two Blondes, Columbia Valley, WA '17US$85.00
Grenache Blend, Alvaro Palacios Les Terrases, Priorat, SP '19US$95.00
Merlot, Duckhorn, Napa Valley, CA '20US$105.00
Merlot Blend, Chateau Lessee, Saint Emilion Grand Cru, Bordeaux, FR '18US$125.00
Sangiovese, Renieri, Brunello Di Montalcino, Tuscany, IT '17US$135.00

What 2,063 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.8Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Dallas - Fort Worth
Neighbourhood gem
Dallas
Neighbourhood gem
Dallas
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Neighborhood Services - Lovers is a beloved local gem praised for its "wonderful experience" and "delicious food." Diners rave about the "great service" and "amazing" meatballs with Voodoo sauce. The ambiance is lively, albeit sometimes noisy, with standout servers like Marcus and Amanda ensuring a memorable visit.

2,063 Reviews

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Michelle
Dallas
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Had to wait about 40 min past the reservation time and front desk was clearly stressed and frustrated. Very loud and lots of people packed in.
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Brian
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 17 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service, food quality- exceptional! We’ll be back!
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lisa
Dallas
54 reviews
vip
5.0
54 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We love this restaurant. The service is always perfection. They work as a team and have great personalities ! The food is delicious and always consistent . This restaurant is a must try !’
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Esther
Dallas
21 reviews
vip
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on 12 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
everything was great. it's consistently a good choice.
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Joe
Dallas
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on 9 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Highly enjoyable experience with good food, cocktails, and great service!
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K
Katie
Dallas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 7 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The server was top notch and so was the food and wine
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Michael
Dallas
71 reviews
vip
5.0
71 reviews
Dined on 5 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I dined alone at the bar. The bartender was pleasant, prompt and efficient. The meatball appetizer was delicious - just spicy enough to be interesting without being overwhelming. The fried cod and chips were the best I have ever had. The breading was super thin and super crispy, and the fish was tender and juicy. The portions were huge.
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Logan
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Neighborhood Services never misses the mark. My out of town guests thoroughly enjoyed dinner and the ambiance. Many thanks for a great evening.
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Daniel
Dallas
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 26 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My sister and brother in law were visiting from out of town, so I chose Neighborhood Services and the Brass Ram. Both places are always grrrrreat!
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Kirk
Dallas
5 reviews
vip
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 22 October 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Dillion did an excellent job serving us! Ask for him.
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FAQs

Neighborhood Services - Lovers offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (214) 350-5027.

Neighborhood Services - Lovers is rated 4.8 stars by 2063 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

30 Nov 2024

19:00

Booked 29 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Neighborhood Services - Lovers

5027 W Lovers Ln, Dallas, TX 75209

Additional information

Cross Street
Inwood Road
Area
Park Cities
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 17:00–22:00
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Contemporary American, Meat
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Complimentary Valet
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Nick Badovinus
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Kosher, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.nhstheoriginal.com/
Phone number
(214) 350-5027

Neighborhood Services - Lovers

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Conner's Pork Chop

Flat Iron Steak Frites

Crispy Asparagus

Nightly Specials

East Coast Oysters

Ceviche a la Minute

By Hand Noodles

Fish No.1 & Fish No.2

Always Premium Cut

Daily Plates

Tuesday

Chicken Fricassee Pot PieUS$23.00

Wednesday

Butcher's Prime Meatloaf*US$24.00

Thursday

Short Rib StroganoffUS$31.00

Friday

Double Cut Chicken ParmUS$28.00

Saturday

Angry LobsterUS$42.00

Sunday

Fried Chicken & Fixin'sUS$0.00

Starts & Small Plates

Crispy AsparagusUS$13.00

Butcher's Prime Meatballs*US$15.00

Dutch Mussels in White Wine US$17.00

Short Rib NachosUS$17.00

Fried Gulf ShrimpUS$18.00

Jonah Crab & Green Chile DipUS$19.00

Flatbreads

Smoked SalmonUS$18.00

MediterraneanUS$18.00

Pancetta & PineappleUS$18.00

Soup & Salad Course

Tortilla SoupUS$11.00

Young Greens US$13.00

Wedge "My Way"US$15.00

CaesarUS$16.00

Main Plates

Fish & ChipsUS$22.00

Bacon Cheddar Primo Burger US$23.00

Short Rib EnchiladasUS$24.00

Chicken PiccataUS$30.00

Gulf Shrimp & Linguini US$31.00

Veal Shoulder SchnitzelUS$34.00

Seared ScallopsUS$36.00

Live Fire Grilled Cuts

Conner's Pork ChopUS$39.00

Flat Iron Steak FritesUS$41.00

A Nice FiletUS$52.00

Steak Frites Deluxe US$59.00

Sides & Shares

Russet FritesUS$8.00

Green Chile-Cheddar GritsUS$11.00

Roasted Brussels & PancettaUS$13.00

Asparagus a la PlanchaUS$14.00

Creamed RussetsUS$11.00

Loaded Potato GratinUS$13.00

Mac & Cheese CasseroleUS$15.00

Desserts

Banana Pudding

Chocolate Lava Cake

Boone's Banana Split

Fried Pie

Butterscotch Pots de Crème

House Cocktails

Salty MousseUS$14.00

Track Six Peach Gimlet US$14.00

Poblano FixUS$14.00

Blood Orange Margarita US$14.00

Gold Rush US$14.00

Red Blooded Manhattan US$15.00

Pop's Martini SaladUS$15.00

Texas Old FashionedUS$15.00