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El Carlos Elegante, Dallas, TX

El Carlos Elegante

4.8
4.8
101 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
23:00
Booked 38 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
  • Lively
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.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Phone number
    (214) 277-1800
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Duro Culinary Team

What 101 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Dallas

    Innovative

  • Dallas

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Carlos Elegante in Dallas offers an "incredible experience" with "phenomenal" gourmet Mexican cuisine. Guests rave about the "impeccable service" and vibrant ambiance, perfect for both business meetings and festive nights out. The "elegante experience" tasting menu is a standout, providing a rich variety of "delicious" dishes.

101 Reviews
  1. Mark

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I’ve been here several times. I always leave happy and looking forward to going back again. Tonight we all did the El Carlos Experience. Great food. Ambience. Service. Top shelf!! I am already looking forward to the next time. Everyone had a blast and more than enlightened to eat. DEFINITELY going back.

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  2. Rebecca

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went to El Carlos Elegante and were blown away on all levels by the quality of this restaurant. I felt like I was transported out of the “food scene” of Dallas to a genuine culinary experience that was about more than just food OR feeling. It was elegant, yet homey, delicious and well thought out. I felt like i was being hosted by the staff, not simply served. It’s clear this is place that is about serving people and going beyond the expectation. This easily climbed to one of my favorite restaurants, second only to Pasqual’s in Santa Fe NM. Great work, El Carlos!

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  3. Jeff

    VIP

    Dallas

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great meal and experience at El Carlos Elegante! We started with cocktails, Cherry Moon and Negroni Cafe, and both were great. The one-hitters, Surf + Turf and Brisket, were exceptional. Don’t miss those two! The Salmon Ceviche and Okra + Shishitos were spot on as usual. We rounded out our meal with a hand-made masa, Chorizo Molotes, which was delicious. Nice crunch on the masa, stuffed with chorizo and refried beans and served with warm salsa roja. The atmosphere was cozy and festive at the same time. To add to the fun, the restaurant was tastefully decorated for the holidays. We’ll definitely be back. A “go-to” restaurant for us. The food and service never disappoints.

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  4. Kenleigh

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Duro Hospitality continues to impress! We came for a birthday dinner and had a great night! The food was excellent- the crab cakes, octopus, and shishito peppers were standouts. Service was a bit slow, but very friendly and they ended up comping one of our dishes. We mentioned it was a birthday dinner for two people at the table and they brought out two desserts that were also comped (and delicious - the key lime and the Mexican chocolate). Overall would be happy to go back, but will plan for a longer meal. The restaurant was also quite loud and would be difficult to enjoy for anyone who is hard of hearing.

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  5. Chris

    VIP

    Dallas

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time for us. Simply outstanding! Wonderful ambiance, great service and really tasty, excellent food. A new favorite.

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  6. Nicholas

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fantastic experience at El Carlos Elegante. The food, service, and ambiance were all 10 out of 10. We especially enjoyed our table sat right by the fireplace which made for a cozy festive meal. Can’t wait to come back again.

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  7. Chandra

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Best Mexican cuisine in Dallas, food is awesome very flavorful. Service is great. A must try and you won't be disappointed.

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  8. Brian

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a cool space! Great energy even on a Sunday night. Service was fantastic. Food is outstanding! Love that everything is designed to share. Whatever you do, don't skip on the homemade masa. We'll definitely be back.

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  9. Mike

    Dallas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a great time , we had a bar. Reservation , not a spot for a romantic dinner ,, but we have been married 45 years so it was fine . Some of the people seated next to us were stuffy but we can for the food and service . We started out with margaritas and they were great . Next we ordered the elegante experience . We loved it !!! Around 7 courses and everything was excellent . Not a bad way to go for first timers . The staff and management were friendly and efficient . We will return . I can see why they have received so many 5 star reviews . Thanks to everyone for making an old couple feel comfortable and wanted !! Cheers !!

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  10. Natalie

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was so delicious and service was great. I can’t wait to go back!

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El Carlos Elegante is rated 4.8 stars by 101 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
23:00
Booked 38 times today
Google Map for El Carlos Elegante

1400 N Riverfront Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207-3912

Additional information

  • Area
    West Dallas
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Duro Culinary Team
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
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