Top Restaurants to Try in Dallas (Summer 2025)

1. Flamant (Spanish/Portuguese Fusion)

A standout in this summer’s best-new list—delivering refined tapas and bold Iberian flavors in an elegant, vibrant setting theinfatuation.com+5blog.resy.com+5dallas.eater.com+5.

2. Ella (North Dallas) & Frenchie (Park Cities)

Two neighborhood gems recognized for bringing upscale bistro charm closer to home .

3. Monarch, Terrazza di Triozzi, Monkey Bar on 9

Perfectly paired with skyline views—these recent additions top the “DFW restaurants with amazing views” list guide.michelin.com+15dallas.eater.com+15dallas.eater.com+15.

🍛 Flavor Highlights (Editor’s Picks)

• Sanjh (Irving) – Indian-inspired dishes like dahi puri with yogurt foam and truffle-stuffed kulcha earn rave reviews reddit.com+3dallas.eater.com+3theinfatuation.com+3.

• Tango Room – Delivers an outstanding baby beet salad with horseradish labneh and memorable deviled eggs dallasobserver.com+15dallas.eater.com+15dallas.eater.com+15.

• Goodwins – Celebrated for its refreshing blue cheese salad and spicy tuna cones—ideal for summer dining dmagazine.com+6dallas.eater.com+6dallas.eater.com+6.

• Frenchie Bistro – Adds Parisian flair with a decadent croque madame by chef Bruno Davillion dallas.eater.com+2dallas.eater.com+2en.wikipedia.org+2.

• Flamant (Plano) – Ragu bianco gnocchi shines with herb-forward sauce and pecorino cheese dallas.eater.com.

🔥 BBQ Legends & Local Favorites

• Pecan Lodge (Deep Ellum) – An iconic Texan barbecue destination specializing in brisket, pork ribs, and hearty sides dallas.eater.com+3en.wikipedia.org+3southernliving.com+3.

• Cattleack Barbeque (Farmers Branch) – A crowd-pleasing Bib Gourmand winner for its limited-hour, flavor-packed barbecue dallas.eater.com+4en.wikipedia.org+4timeout.com+4.

• El Carlos Elegante – A Michelin guide favorite for upscale Mexican fare, blending traditional recipes with bold flavors en.wikipedia.org+10theinfatuation.com+10southernliving.com+10.

• Mi Cocina – A long-standing Tex‑Mex staple beloved for fajitas and margaritas in a lively, upscale setting en.wikipedia.org.

🍣 Fine Dining & Michelin-Star Experiences

• Tatsu Dallas – The city's only Michelin-starred sushi destination, offering an intimate, artful omakase dinner theadventuristmagazine.com+4en.wikipedia.org+4timeout.com+4.

• Sachet, Georgie, Lucia, Gemma, Mābo – Featured in Resy, Time Out, and Eater’s hit lists for elevated dining across global cuisines reddit.com+3timeout.com+3theadventuristmagazine.com+3.

🌱 Socially Impactful Dining

• Café Momentum – A non‑profit that empowers youth post-incarceration through restaurant training, praised for both its mission and cuisine opentable.com.

🍕 Hidden Gems & Neighborhood Favorites

Based on local forums and guides:

• Oishii (sushi), Gloria’s (Mexican), Mister 01 (pizza), Shivas (Indian), R+D Kitchen, Lucky’s Café, Velvet Taco — all noted as consistent local favorites reddit.com.

Why Dallas Dining Stands Out

Dallas offers a diverse culinary landscape—from classic barbecue and Tex-Mex to Michelin-starred sushi and inventive fusion fare. Whether you're gathering for family meals, impressing business clients, or celebrating special occasions, the city delivers memorable flavors and atmospheres.

🍷 Insider Tips for Visitors

• Reserve ahead at popular spots like Lucia, Tatsu Dallas, and Monarch.

• Check hours for BBQ favorites—places like Cattleack are open limited hours.

• Balance your trip: theaters and live music pair well with a post-dinner stroll in Deep Ellum or Uptown.