American Restaurants

Fearing’s at the Ritz-Carlton in uptown Dallas provides a truly consummate, elegant dining experience. There are six stylish dining rooms and two bars from which to choose to accentuate your fine dining experience, and each of them is decorated in a different motif. Regardless of where you dine, you will be surrounded by art, design, and furniture reminiscent of a European palace. Award-winning chef Dean Fearing has cultivated not only a luxurious dining atmosphere, but has also combined gourmet dishes with unique Southern cooking techniques to create a menu of excellent flavor and refinement. Voted the #1 Best Hotel Restaurant …

The most recent expansion in a small franchise of restaurants that began in Beverly Hills, The Grill on the Alley continues a tradition of offering guests a classic fine-dining experience that they will not soon forget. Located in Dallas’ busy upscale Galleria shopping center, The Grill presents patrons with fare that reflects its surroundings. Dark wood and walls painted with inviting earth-tones are adorned with numerous framed prints enveloping diners in elegance. Signature dishes such as Filet Mignon or Baked Idaho Trout are just some of the mouth-watering offerings, and many unique California wines are available to put a finishing …

Fine American cuisine with a Texas twist is what diners can expect at Bonnell’s in Dallas. Guests are welcome to soak in the sophisticated, yet relaxing ambiance set in the main dining room with candle lit tables, or to prepare their own custom event in a private room. Catering options are offered to make special occasions unique to each party, with the option of custom menus. The private space allows up to 48 guests comfortably. The food menu systematically complies with the 5 year consecutive winning wine list of the Esteemed Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, making Bonnell’s an all …

Smoke never smelled and tasted so good with the reemergence of the classic Southern smokehouse in the heart of Dallas. This down-home cooking haven satisfies discerning palates and hungry mouths alike with a menu and décor designed to transport guests to another, more savory place. The menu is especially appealing with four sections of tastiness: At the Bar, From the Garden, On the Stove, and On the Grill. And for those particularly avid barbeque enthusiasts, the family-style Scantron Menu is the best test you’ll ever take. Bubble in the such multiple choice answers as your desired meat portion size and …

The continuous evolution of Central 214 menu items reflects a celebration of each season, and incorporates locally grown ingredients year-round. Chef Tom Fleming honors serving only organic beef, pork, and poultry to provide the freshest rustic American regional cuisine, much to the delight of diners. His dedication also enables Central 214 to take a responsible role in what the Central 214 they call Earthcare: an environmentally friendly system that includes preparing organic foods, offering a selection of organic and biodynamic wines, and recycling everything from glass, to using recycled paper for menus, and even excess cooking oils are recycled into …

Nestled on 11,000 acres of picturesque Texas Hill Country, Rough Creek Lodge takes the edge off of roughing it and indulges guests with excellent amenities and finer cuisine. Some visit this upscale lodge to unwind at the spa, while others flock here for the unique hunting experience; many more know the true meaning of destination dining in every dish they savor from Chef Thompson’s rustic American cuisine menu. The Grilled Rib-eye is succulent; the Pan-roasted Tasmanian Salmon is visionary; and the Brown Butter Plum Tart is downright decadent. It’s easy to see why so many are staking their claim, and …

Breathe easy and enjoy the serene setting and approachable American fare of Café Modern, located in the Modern Art Museum in Fort Worth. Chef Dena Peterson creates timeless comfort food with creative flare, taking pride in expressing worldly flavors with fresh ingredients determined by each season. Round tables in a round dining room create a desirable space for friends and family to gather for a relaxing and intimate meal. Syncing with the rounded theme, slightly curved floor to ceiling windows look out to calm reflecting pools, allowing guests the feeling of floating at ease, instilling an ambiance equally refreshing to …

Owner and Executive Chef, Brian Olenjack takes pride in the Texas style American cuisine carried out in his restaurant and through his name. Fresh, local ingredients and bursting flavors are the name of the game, and patrons will appreciate the special care he puts into each artful plate. Syncing with its location, mere seconds from the Cowboys stadium and the Ballpark at Arlington, Olenjack's offers an exciting environment for sports fans, offering flat screens throughout the patio, bar and private dining areas. The big game isn’t the only attention grabbing aspect of this Texas style grille!

Guests of The Ranch are encouraged to soak up the abundant Texas culture, dive into tempting menu items and relax in the midst of live Texas music. This dining destination takes pride in its location, so much that there is a giant iconic fork stuck in the ground at the entrance; a reenactment of the last boards of the porch being laid into place, and a worker exclaiming “It’s done, stick a fork in it!" The menu is stocked with seafood from the Gulf Coast, beef from the Southern Plains, and produce from local farms. Local bands for live music …

To dine at Jasper’s is to be surrounded by greatness. From the chic and contemporary décor that seduces the eye with a cool color scheme and clean lines to the savvy Gourmet Backyard Cuisine menu orchestrated by none other than Executive Chef and Partner Kent Rathbun, every component of the Jasper’s dining experience is intended to satisfy. Rathbun wields his expertise over American regional cuisine to construct dishes that both please the soul and intrigue the palate; and as an Iron Chef America winner, guests can rest assured that they’ll taste for themselves the Chef’s unique vision and flair.

Quality American cuisine is served at its finest at this premium grille style dining destination. Chef Jim Oetting adds his personal creative flare to traditional American fare, setting his menu apart from other steakhouses. The restaurant is modern in décor, with circles of lights hanging above diners, creating a classy yet comfortable ambiance. Victory Tavern happily suits varying clientele, so weather you’re looking to grab a bite to eat with the family, on a business trip, or enjoying a night out on the town with friends, the welcoming staff can accommodate!

Chef Tim Love’s Lonsome Dove Bistro serves contemporary American and wild game fare with fresh and local ingredients. Reflective of its name, the restaurant is made to look like an old western saloon with rustic décor fit for a cowboy, but sophisticated cuisine offerings are designed for the modern diner. New Zealand Red Deer Tenderloin, Red Snapper en Papillote, Seared Duck Breast, or any of the Prime Hand Cut Steaks are some of the fine entrée options available to order. The menu changes daily, so each visit is destined to be different from the last.

Palomino strikes a unique balance between chic and satisfying in its urban décor and satisfyingly rustic fare. Cocktails whirl around the decidedly contemporary space that boasts stone walls, sleek leather upholstery, and beautiful people. The impressive and accommodating menu seamlessly marries sophistication and flavor in dishes that are as lovely looking as they are tasty. Appetizers may be ordered to be savored and shared, and treats like the Roasted Garlic and Cambozola brick oven cheese plate warms the palate and heart. Another favorite is the Spit-Roasted Pork Loin and the signature Paella.

Catering to the need for a fun and interactive dining experience in Dallas, Simply Fondue was born in the late 80’s. More than 20 years later, this hot-pot spot of a good time continues to present diners with the unique opportunity to orchestrate their meal however they like with a variety of cheeses, meats, veggies, and sweets. Couples can turn up the heat taking turns dipping tasty morsels for each other, while large parties will truly enjoy this communal style of dining out. And with such a luxurious array of dipping chocolates and sweet treats, we may all be tempted …

Many people may know Maguire’s as a prestigious catering company that has been serving unique, restaurant quality food for over ten years. Now Maguire’s gourmet dishes and sparkling service, that were once only available for large functions, are available everyday at Maguire’s Restaurant. Commensurate with the elegance of Maguire’s food and service, the restaurant itself makes diners feel like they’re having a custom made party thrown and catered for them, instead of throwing it for someone else. The restaurant is available for large parties, and Maguire’s has the experience to know the ideal atmosphere for your party.

Bailey’s Prime Plus on Park Lane continues the legacy of elegant dining established by Dallas restaurateur and owner Ed Bailey. The atmosphere and décor of the restaurant is a lavish fusion of elegance and modern chic. The food at Bailey’s is also elegant, offering an abundance of premium steak and seafood with a southwestern twist. While most steakhouses fill their menu with meat dishes, Bailey’s Prime Plus has an excellent selection of signature salads and sides that can complement a steak or shine on their own. The restaurant also offers a light yet satisfying lunch menu, ideal for a business …

The people that presented you with Kirby’s Prime now present Woodfire by Kirby’s, a unique dining establishment specializing in wood fire pizzas and fine American cuisine. If that weren’t enough to entice you, Kirby’s bakes their pizzas extra thin with a crispy crunch to them, as well as adding unique modern and southwestern influences to their already exciting menu. The same level of excellence is brought to the restaurant’s Sunday Brunch, offering hearty buffet and a la carte options. Refreshing cocktails aren’t the only thing served in the upscale bar area of Kirby’s; different live music acts play every Friday …

For a piano and wine bar with elegance and opulence, the Library Bar is a step into the 60’s. Located inside the luxurious Warwick Melrose Hotel, the Library Bar (reminiscent to a real library) won the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2009 and was named Best Bar in the Greatest City on Earth by Maxim Magazine. Though they feature a detailed menu or beef, wine, as well as classic and signature martinis and cocktails, the Library Bar also offers bar snacks, small plates, and even larger dishes to accommodate any craving. With dark wood accents, comfortable chairs, and classic …

Tucked beneath the Dallas Central Expressway is a stylish hot-spot known as the Sunset Lounge, a place for live music, sophisticated drinks and a late night crowd. Featuring new DJ’s every Friday night, the Sunset Lounge is a chic and hip place to grab a drink and dance the night away. They feature a dinner menu for upscale bar snacks, including paninis, flatbread pizza and other appetizers. Their signature drink menu, however, is what keeps patrons coming back to the Sunset Lounge. Known as a place “where hot bar meets cool lounge,” the Sunset Lounge’s cocktails and live music beats …

The “Green Fairy” may be gone, but at the sultry, dark Absinthe Lounge and Cigar Bar, she’s making waves in a good way. Reminiscent of an old-school European tavern, the Absinthe Lounge is a bar and lounge featuring live music and exquisite signature cocktails under a green glow. Considered by regulars to be mellow, laid-back and secluded, this unique lounge has live music and drink specials every weekend. Glowing softly like the drink it’s named for, Absinthe Lounge and Cigar Bar is a little step out of Texas.