"Situated at the same multi-use development as the Thompson Hotel, this modern Mexican steakhouse from global hospitality group Noble 33 spans nearly 14,000 square feet at The Pavilion at The Allen. Inside, the Monochrome firm’s lively design blends the restaurant’s bold architectural elements and warm, luxe finishes with handcrafted custom woodwork, live trees, velvet upholstery, and intimate lighting for a dining experience that feels like a true getaway. Outdoors, the plant-filled Birds Nest front patio envelopes diners in a lush and otherworldly scene with peeks into Allen Parkway. The menu, which focuses on sustainable, organic ingredients, is just as ethereal, with dishes like its rose-shaped sashimi Mexicano, the branzino with chipotle mezcal butter, and a flaming tomahawk steak served tableside." - Marcy de Luna