Diners' Choice: Best Food restaurants in Dallas

OpenTable

Updated 05 October 2026

Looking for restaurants with the best overall cuisine in Dallas? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyses nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favourite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you book, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit.

Gorji Restaurant

5.0

5 (132)

$50 and over

Mediterranean

Far North Dallas

About the restaurant

Savor the luxury of a leisurely fine dining experience (no 90-minute table allocation). Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine featuring innovative seafood and award-winning steak. With only 6 tables, a child-free atmosphere, a no-tipping policy, and a commitment to genuine hospitality, Chef Gorji offers a unique approach to fine dining in Dallas. Whether you’re marking a special occasion, a romantic evening or just seeking a pleasurable escape. Discover why Gorji is a destination for those who appreciate thoughtful courses, a curated wine list and a relaxed atmosphere designed for conversation and connection.

Top review

Carly

Dined on 17 Oct 2026

A true first class dinner experience from start to finish! The ambiance, food and chef were all exceptional. We can’t wait to go back!

TEXANO Cocina

5.0

5 (44)

$30 and under

Tex-Mex

Medical District

About the restaurant

Texano Cocina, where Mexican soul meets Texas flavor. On Lemmon Ave in Dallas.

Our kitchen is famous for scratch-made Tex-Mex. From, sizzling fajitas, to cowboy queso and craft tacos served alongside frozen and rocks margaritas. Catch the game on over 15 screens in our neighborhood cantina bar.

You can find Texano along the Lemmon Avenue restaurant corridor near Dallas Love Field Airport, weekend brunch with live music 11am to 3pm, & happy hour Tuesday through Friday from 2pm to 6pm. Available for dine-in, takeout, and delivery, Tuesday through Sunday

Also, book the private Agave Room for birthdays, rehearsal dinners, and corporate events or our Texano catering for occasions across Dallas.

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Crystal

Dined 7 days ago

Loved it! Great experience food and service was wonderful

Mot Hai Ba - Lakewood

4.9

4.9 (1858)

$31 to $50

Fusion / Eclectic

Lakewood / White Rock Lake

About the restaurant

Mot Hai Ba has been an East Dallas staple since 2013, offering a seasonal menu inspired by locally sourced farms and ingredients, as well as influences from France, Asia & Italy. Our intimate space offers a cozy dining room and a lovely patio for your enjoyment.
Due to our limited seating capacity we ask that guests adhere to the following reservation timeframes:
parties of 1 to 2 guests - 1 hour 45 minutes -
2 to 4 guests - 2 hours -
5 guests and up - 2.5 hours
While seating requests will be taken into consideration, we cannot guarantee any seating requests will be met. Please review your selected seating option, as alternative seating may not be available.
Parties of 5 and larger must call the restaurant to reserve. Management has the right to refuse service to those in violation of our dress code. Please avoid backward hats, tank tops for men, clothing with inappropriate or offensive language/imagery, or excessively revealing clothing. We look forward to hosting you!

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Mireya

Dined 2 days ago

Always an amazing time, wonderful team working together to make great experiences for the guest. Food never fails & perfect drinks to celebrate any occasion. I can’t thank or admire this establishment enough!

Nori Handroll Bar & Sushi

4.9

4.9 (36)

$31 to $50

Sushi

Deep Ellum

About the restaurant

Discover Dallas’ first handroll bar by Chef Deukbok Cha. Located near Deep Ellum’s vibrant music venues, Nori offers a modern, cozy atmosphere perfect for date nights. Enjoy our signature handrolls crafted with the freshest ingredients. Reserve your table and experience the taste everyone’s talking about.

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danny

Dined on 12 Oct 2026

Wow! Really good. Will go back soon! Thank you. Jdr

Docent

4.5

4.5 (37)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Uptown

About the restaurant

Classic steakhouse spirit, with a little more to discover.

The Docent bar and terrace are open from 4 PM to 6 PM on weeknights for happy hour.

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Leo

Dined 1 day ago

I had an amazing experience today, thanks to Markus with a K lol. Honestly, some of the best service we’ve had in a long time. He was extremely knowledgeable, explained everything about the Wagyu and Kobe options, and gave us great recommendations. He was attentive, personable, and really went above and beyond. You can tell he takes pride in what he does. Management definitely has a great one on their team. Thanks again, Markus!

Salum Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (3176)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Uptown

About the restaurant

Centrally located between the West Village and Knox - Henderson areas, Salum is a casual yet elegant and comfortable space composed by Julio Quiñones, one of Dallas’ most progressive young designers. The spacious dining room displays a welcoming palette of brown, green and beige, with a sleek open kitchen as the focal point. Salum combines the intimacy of a neighborhood establishment with the quality of a fine dining restaurant with an atmosphere that is approachable and distinctive yet unpretentious ~ a marriage of vision, passion and skill with the goal of providing its visitors with an extraordinary dining experience. Owner and Chef Abraham Salum offers an array of contemporary American cuisine that combines the highest quality seasonal ingredients with a nuanced use of contrasting and complementary flavors to create a vibrant and visually inviting menu. Menus change once a month.

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ShannonGold

Dined on 9 Oct 2026

Perfect solo date night ❤️ wonderful food and next level service

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Grilled Beef Tenderloin

4.9

4.9 (1312)

$31 to $50

Italian

Turtle Creek / Oak Lawn

About the restaurant

Located at the corner of Welborn and Cedar Springs, Enoteca Italia offers handcrafted pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and a curated wine selection from Italy, France, and California. Enjoy a cozy, wheelchair-accessible dining experience with no outdoor patio; just authentic flavors, crafted cocktails, and warm Italian hospitality in the heart of Dallas.

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Beth

Dined 1 day ago

Amazing amazing! Our favorite restaurant never disappoints. Start with the wonderful Bruschetta - it’s delicious! I tried the Chicken Piccata for first time. Incredible moist and delicious. Large portion perfectly cooked. My husband got his favorite Bolognese. Server was incredible. Always a great time.

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Ziziki's - Travis Walk

4.9

4.9 (1591)

$31 to $50

Greek

Park Cities

About the restaurant

Neighborhood bistro specializing in Greek cuisine, with a focus on Greek-fusion and Seafood dishes. Named best Sunday Brunch and Best Patio dining from customers and press. Received Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence since opening in 1994!

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ChuckGold

Dined on 9 Oct 2026

We hosted our family on a 5-6 top outside in the courtyard. Our experience was wonderful. The food, service and ambiance were great! We are fairly regular patrons of Ziziki’s. Of course, we will be back.

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