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The Charles, Dallas, TX
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The Charles

$50 and over
Contemporary Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 50 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Hot spot
A collaboration between Chas Martin, Chef J Chastain, Benji Homsey, and Ross and Corbin See of Sees Design, The Charles is a nightly eatery where Italian design and cuisine are interpreted through a Texas lens.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Duro Culinary Team

From the OpenTable editors: This Tex-Italian stunner was the original restaurant within the Duro Hospitality group, with sibling spots Mister Charles and El Carlos Elegante going on to make it into the MICHELIN Guide. But first, The Charles set the tone with leopard-spotted banquettes, zebra-striped chairs, golden bauble light fixtures, and other epic design details. Many come here for special occasions, to feast on pillowy lemon ricotta gnudi and octopus charred on the woodfire grill. If the evening calls for a glass of Champagne, start next door at the equally swanky Bar Charles before dinner at The Charles.

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Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, American, Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

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What 183 people are saying

The Charles reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Charles offers a "fabulous" dining experience with "impeccable" service and "delicious" food. Guests rave about the "exceptional" staff and "creative" menu options. The ambiance is "swanky" and "inviting," perfect for special occasions. Some mention high prices and small portions, but most agree the "experience is worth it."

183 Reviews
  1. Elizabeth

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant with great service. Lived the speakeasy!

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    Denver1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our service was perfect! The food was delicious! Cocktails were superb! And the birthday desert was the topping on the cake!

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  3. Shannon

    Nashville2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Declan is the best! Amazing service and the food is chef’s kiss!
    The CharlesResponded 2 days ago
    Thanks for the review, Shannon! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience at The Charles. It's wonderful to know that our service and food met your expectations. We strive to provide the best dining experience possible and your feedback reaffirms that to us. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Charles Management Team

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  4. Ben VIP

    Dallas10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our group of six came here after the opera. The food was amazing. The service was as amazing. We sat in the back room which was new for us. It was the perfect late night dinner at what that night—last night—was a perfect restaurant.
    The CharlesResponded 3 days ago
    Ben, Thank you for choosing The Charles to celebrate your night out after the Opera. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service. We're also glad that you appreciated the ambiance of our new back room. We strive to make every dining experience memorable and we're glad we could be part of your evening. We look forward to welcoming you back for more amazing meals and experiences and we hope you had a great time at the Opera! Best regards, The Charles Management Team

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  5. Dennis VIP

    Cleveland15 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was excellent! Our cocktails were exceptional- very well balanced. Our steak tartar entree was divine. But the 2 pasta entrees we had were not good. One tasted exactly like a can of spaghetti Os and the one with wagu beef was utterly tasteless. It literally had no taste. I asked for salt and pepper just to taste something.
    The CharlesResponded 3 days ago
    Dennis! Thank you so much for the feedback. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our cocktails and beef tartare was one of the best you had! We're sorry to hear that our pasta entrees didn't meet your expectations and looks like we missed the mark. We take all feedback seriously and will certainly pass your comments onto our culinary team for review. We appreciate your patience and hope that you'll give us another chance to impress you with our food in the future. I have personally reached out to you, and I look forward to hearing from you soon, and we thank you again for your praise of service and cocktails and the 5 stars! Best, The Charles Management Team

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  6. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Houston5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated my dad’s 65th birthday. Food & service was exquisite. We will be back.
    The CharlesResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for visiting us at The Charles and for taking the time to share your experience. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our food and service during your dad's 65th birthday celebration. We strive to make every visit memorable and it's wonderful to know we succeeded. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another exquisite dining experience. We would love to be able to reach out to you, don't hesitate to reach out to the restaurant to let us know who you are so we can best assist you next time! Best wishes, The Charles Management Team

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  7. Timothy

    Dallas20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I celebrated our 7th anniversary (lucky 7). From the moment we arrived and was greeted by Oliver at the Valet stand, we felt welcomed by his genuine banter, and he gave great menu recommendations too. Nina our hostess, Chelsea our server and the whole team from Josiah, Nate, Jonathon and Austin, made us feel special celebrating our anniversary at The Charles. We can’t wait to go back and take some friends with us.
    The CharlesResponded 5 days ago
    Hello Timothy, Thank you for sharing your delightful experience celebrating your 7th anniversary at The Charles! We are thrilled to hear that our team, including Oliver, Nina, Chelsea, and the rest of our dedicated staff, contributed to making your special day memorable. Your kind words inspire us to continue providing exceptional service and atmosphere. We look forward to welcoming you back soon, and we hope to create even more wonderful memories together. Warm regards, The Charles Management Team

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  8. DanielW VIP

    Houston11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been to The Charles a few times and I am shocked that it’s not a Michelin star restaurant! The staff, the management, even the Valet staff will treat you like a close friend. The service at The Charles is second to none in the DFW metroplex. Then there’s the amazing food. I’ve had several items off the menu for the past few years and I have never had a bad meal at The Charles. The grilled octopus is a MUST and the best I’ve had anywhere. The other selections are all amazing as well. If you’re in the Dallas area, it’s a must (if you can get a reservation). You won’t be disappointed.
    The CharlesResponded 5 days ago
    Hello Daniel! Thank you for your kind words and for sharing your wonderful experience at The Charles! We are thrilled to hear that our staff, including Charles and our knowledgeable sommelier, made such a positive impact on your visit. Your appreciation for our cuisine, particularly the grilled octopus, truly warms our hearts. We strive to provide exceptional service and memorable dining experiences, and it is gratifying to know we succeeded during your visits. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Thank you, The Charles Management Team

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  9. Julie

    Dallas24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 4 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great environment and flavorful food. Service was very good. I recommend The Charles and would go back.
    The CharlesResponded 3 days ago
    Thanks for the feedback, Julie, We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the environment and flavorful food at The Charles. It's wonderful to know that our service met your expectations. We're always striving to provide the best dining experience for our guests, and your recommendation means a lot to us. We look forward to welcoming you back soon, Julie! The Charles Management Team

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  10. Monique VIP

    Dallas5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was outstanding from the second we pulled up to the valet stand, and the speakeasy in the back is a cool feature
    The CharlesResponded on 5 March 2025
    Hello Monique, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! We love to hear that you enjoyed our service and the speakeasy in our back room. Providing a memorable experience for our guests is always the goal, and it's great to know we hit the mark for you. We look forward to welcoming you back to The Charles soon! Best wishes, The Charles Management Team

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The Charles is rated 4.9 stars by 183 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 50 times today
Google Map for The Charles

1632 Market Center Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207-3916

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary Italian, American, Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–22:00 Fri, Sat 17:00–23:00
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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