Meet For A Drink Restaurants

Steel Restaurant and Lounge

Address: 3180 Welborn St., Dallas, TX 75219
Steel Restaurant and Lounge
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Step below the mean streets of Dallas and enter the Asian oasis that is Steel Restaurant and Lounge. The earth-toned palette of the dining space is punctuated by bright splashes of color in the wall art that seem to mimic the finely crafted sushi rolls. Steel exhibits the best of Indochine cuisine by showcasing an impressive selection of Japanese bento boxes and sushi, traditional Vietnamese family-style soups and noodles, and Mandarin-inspired dishes. You can enjoy a cocktail or choose from the awe-inspiring selection of sake, while savoring Steel’s Signature Fried Whole Fish, or maybe the Japanese Ceviche: chopped octopus, crab, …

Stephan Pyles Restaurant

Address: 1807 Ross Ave., Dallas, TX 75201
Stephan Pyles Restaurant
$$$ Top 10
From the moment you step into Chef Stephen Pyles’ self-named restaurant, you know you're in for a feast for all five senses. The Restaurant décor exudes sophisticated opulence, while the sheer size and number of dining options aim to accommodate numerous party sizes. The extensive Southwest-inspired menu is similarly lavish, offering ceviches, tapas, appetizers, flatbread pizzas, and a raw bar selection just to start. South American, Spanish, and Middle Eastern flavors meld to produce dishes like the Coffee Masala-Rubbed Strip Steak. And not to be outdone, the wine list spans the globe and compliments the jet-setting menu.

Bijoux Restaurant

Address: 5450 West Lovers Ln., Dallas, TX 75209
Bijoux Restaurant
$$$ Top 10
Old World elegance meets contemporary charm in Bijoux Restaurant. The expansive dining space is warmed by floor-to-ceiling drapes, lit by pristine chandeliers, and polished by rich wood tones. Executive Chef Scott Gottlich has constructed dishes that measure up to the fine décor both in their elegant plating and refined construction. The prix fixe menu gives the patron a choice between three and five courses, and the tasting menu recommends a different wine for each dish. While five courses might sound overwhelming, dishes like Crispy Pork Belly with fava bean “succotash,” corn, and tomato and the “Childhood” Chocolates dessert all in …

The Landmark

Address: 3015 Oak Lawn Ave., Dallas, TX 75219
The Landmark
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The Landmark Restaurant is housed in the Warwick Melrose Hotel, and maintains hours that cater to early risers, late brunchers, and after-dark eaters alike. Breakfast selections include house made cereals and dishes like Spicy Chorizo Sausage with Black Pepper Biscuit. The Landmark Burger, made with Akaushi beef and wasabi, can be found on the expansive lunch menu, while dinner offers the Grilled Texas Partridge. For dessert the Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee and the Rogue Chocolate Stout Cake make for pleasant decision-making conundrums.

Local

Address: 2936 Elm Street, Dallas, TX 75226
Local
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Owner and Executive Chef Tracy Miller spent six years turning her contemporary American café, Local, into what it is today – an upscale and intimate space that offers straight forward, approachable, clean, and composed dishes that aim to intrigue and inspire. Each meal begins with warm spiced nuts and a Petite Soup Amuse, and ends with a Cranberry Thumbprint Mignardise. Other delights include the Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras with House-Made Texas Toast, the Hazelnut-Mustard Crusted Halibut, and the Braised Pork Osso Buco. Local is housed in the historic Boyd Hotel, and embraces the long artistic past of the building …

Y.O. Ranch Steakhouse

Address: 702 Ross Ave., Dallas, TX 75202
Y.O. Ranch Steakhouse
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Y.O. Ranch Steakhouse is a fine dining restaurant with deep roots in ranching that date back more than 125 years. Every aspect of the Y.O. dining experience reflects a profound appreciation for the history behind the food – the meticulous preparation of the steaks involves the same techniques used by old ranch hands, and consists of the meat being seasoned, charred, then seared to hold in the juices. An intriguing wild game menu includes the signature Buffalo Filet Mignon, which was featured on the Food Network as “one of the best steaks in the nation.” Embrace the charm of dining …

Dallas Fish Market

Address: 1501 Main St., Dallas, TX 75201
Dallas Fish Market
$$$ Top 10
Modern design, innovative, fresh dishes and an award-winning wine list define this prodigious restaurant centrally located in the historic Kirby Building of downtown Dallas. Executive Chef Randy Morgan deals with small seafood companies in order to assure the freshness and originality of his seafood dishes. His goal is to share his passion for and knowledge of seafood with Dallas locals and visitors alike. Enjoy modern sushi, such as the “Canary Diamond” with kampachi, plum wine gelee, truffle oil, and yuzu, or choose from numerous surf or turf items, including Black Truffle Wrapped Chillean Sea Bass and American Wagyu Kobe Strip …

Bob's Steak and Chop House

Address: 4300 Lemmon Ave., Dallas, TX 75219
Bob's Steak and Chop House
$$ Top 10
Tradition lives on in Bob’s Steak and Chop House, which has satisfied patrons with fine prime steaks, chops, and seafood since 1994. The classic masculine décor achieves a sense of supper club authenticity with rick wood paneling and molding, and detailed leather upholstery. Ranked as one of the top steakhouses in the country, Bob’s continues to impress visitors with its menu of tried favorites. Such savory delights include the 16oz T-Bone Steak, the full Rack of Lamb, and the Broiled Salmon. Bob’s also boasts an impressive selection of wine and cocktails to rinse one’s palate during the feast.

The Palm Restaurant

Address: 701 Ross Ave., Dallas, TX 75202
The Palm Restaurant
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Three generations of patrons have savored the unmatched dining experience of The Palm. From Long Island to Los Angeles, this iconic chain of family-owned and operated steak and seafood restaurants maintains a proud reputation for offering the highest quality cuts of meat and most impressive lobsters around. But don’t take our word for it; all the smiling caricatures plastering the walls of the restaurant are proof that many a diner has left The Palm satisfied and full. Dishes like the 26oz Prime Rib of Beef and the Jumbo Nova Scotia Lobster keep those smiles coming back for more.

Sambuca Uptown

Address: 2120 McKinney Ave., Dallas, TX 75201
Sambuca Uptown
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Sultry jazz music and classic rock have a home on the Sambuca stage and menu. The dinner club’s eclectic European design and the outdoor lounge’s fishbowl views of performers allow diners to revel in the rich and satisfying sounds and flavors that greet them. Characteristic notes marry with custom riffs on the welcoming and energetic menu to create unforgettable dishes. Sambuca favorites include the Lobster Gnocchi, the Cowboy Cut Bone-In 18 oz Ribeye, and the Seabass Skewers. And nothing is lost on the meal’s crescendo: The Butterfinger Bread Pudding is just one of the rockin’ desserts to choose from.

Sevy's Grill

Address: 8201 Preston Rd., Dallas, TX 75225
Sevy's Grill
$$ Top 10
Stone walls, richly grained wood flooring, and a palette of earth tones contribute to the Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired décor of Sevy’s Grill. The restaurant balances masculine sophistication and lighthearted charm to create a welcoming space to enjoy the creative American cuisine menu. And the wood burning grill adds another layer of savory goodness to the entire experience. Menu favorites include the Spicy Duck Flautas, the Rosemary Free Range Chicken, and the Dry Aged New York Strip Steak. Sevy’s is also eager to meet all your on and off site catering needs with chef-driven menus.

The Grape Restaurant

Address: 2808 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX 75206
The Grape Restaurant
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A continually changing blackboard menu of contemporary bistro fare and eclectic creations has secured The Grape as a celebrated neighborhood eatery for over 35 years. Noted as the first of its kind in Dallas, this welcoming establishment conjures the iconic feel of European and New York-style bistros and wine bars to provide a communal dining experience for its patrons. Dishes like the Warm Baked Brie, the Bistro Steak Frites, and the Chef’s Honey and Thyme Pork Meatballs entice diners with their heartwarming taste, while the thoughtful wines-by-the-glass selection encourages all to try something new.

Truluck's - Dallas

Address: 2401 McKinney Ave., Dallas, TX 75201
Truluck's - Dallas
$$$ Special Offer
Truluck’s is a dedicated seafood restaurant that hosts personal fisheries to bring in the freshest catch. While crab is their forte, the restaurant also offers a menu full of steak and other offerings such as Hawaiian Mahi Mahi. Executive Chef Brian Wubenna always enjoys educating his guests on what he is making, or dreams of making; patrons can check his blog for recipe and interesting photos. Aside from the organic food, patrons can enjoy live music, cocktails in the lounge, and enjoy either a huge group night or something more private and personal to fulfill their social appetite.

Truluck's - Addison

Address: 5001 Belt Line Road, Dallas, TX 75254
Truluck's - Addison
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Truluck’s is a dedicated seafood restaurant that hosts personal fisheries to bring in the freshest catch. While crab is their forte, the restaurant also offers a menu full of steak and other offerings such as Hawaiian Mahi Mahi. Chef Brian Wubenna always enjoys educating his guests on what he is making, or dreams of making; patrons can check his blog for recipe and interesting photos. Aside from the organic food, patrons can enjoy live music, cocktails in the lounge, and enjoy either a huge group night or something more private and personal to fulfill their social appetite.

Truluck's - Southlake

Address: 1420 Plaza Pl., Southlake, TX 76092
Truluck's - Southlake
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Truluck’s is a dedicated seafood restaurant that hosts personal fisheries to bring in the freshest catch. While crab is their forte, the restaurant also offers a menu full of steak and other offerings such as Hawaiian Mahi Mahi. Chef Brian Wubenna always enjoys educating his guests on what he is making, or dreams of making; patrons can check his blog for recipe and interesting photos. Aside from the organic food, patrons can enjoy live music, cocktails in the lounge, and enjoy either a huge group night or something more private and personal to fulfill their social appetite.

Five Sixty by Wolfgang Puck

Address: 300 Reunion Blvd., Dallas, TX 75207
Five Sixty by Wolfgang Puck
$$ Top 10
The artful fusion of tradition and intrigue that characterizes Master Chef Wolfgang Puck’s cuisine is seamlessly captured in Five Sixty’s captivating décor and stunning views. Perched proudly on the fiftieth floor of the Reunion Tower, this haute Asian/Fusion restaurant boasts floor-to-ceiling windows that line the 360-degree span of the dining room. Visitors may also marvel at the stunning sights before them from the two bars: one rotates to offer another element of wonder, while the second highlights an ultra-modern aesthetic. Favorites like the Suckling Pig and the Shanghai Style Maine Lobster rival the views in both rarity and awe.

Kenichi

Address: 2400 Victory Park Ln., Dallas, TX 75219
Kenichi
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Kenichi, located in Dallas’ Victory Park, not only serves traditional and modern sushi and exciting Pan-Asian cuisine, but it boasts one of the most popular bar scenes in town. This hip, trendy restaurant has a sushi bar, dining room, upstairs area and a mezzanine lounge each adorned with exotic wood, glass and metalwork. Guests are invited to enjoy one of the restaurant’s premium sakis while taking in the stylish surroundings. Besides being a chic hotspot, Kenichi’s Executive Chef Bodhi Durant and Master Sushi Chef Kiyomi Sano’s cuisine is fresh, inventive and extremely popular among locals as well as tourists.

Bolla

Address: 2927 Maple Ave., Dallas, TX 75201
Bolla
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Part of the upscale Stoneleigh Hotel in uptown Dallas, Bolla compliments the grandeur of the hotel with its posh art deco design. The simple yet elegant prix-fixe menu offers a wide range of Italian inspired American cuisine, like the Rack of Lamb served with a celery root puree, cipollini onions, and covered in an espresso rub. Not only is the food, prepared by local chef David Bull, excellent but the atmosphere of both the restaurant and full bar is terrific for after work, meeting friends, or a romantic evening for two.

Fearing's

Address: 2121 McKinney Ave., Dallas, TX 75201
Fearing's
$$$ Top 10
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 …

Bonnell's Fine Texas Cuisine

Address: 4259 Bryant Irvin Rd., Fort Worth, TX 76109
Bonnell's Fine Texas Cuisine
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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 …