Best Restaurants in Dallas (2025)
Tatsu Dallas
Sushi restaurant · Wilson Block
Dallas’ lone Michelin‑starred counter, where chef Tatsuya Sekiguchi serves a precise Edomae omakase to just a handful of guests. Recognized by the Michelin Guide and covered by The Dallas Morning News for its continued growth.
Lucia
Italian restaurant · Bishop Arts District
David and Jennifer Uygur’s nine‑table Bishop Arts landmark for house‑cured salumi, handmade pasta, and soulful service. Awarded a Michelin Bib Gourmand and frequently praised by The Dallas Morning News and D Magazine.
Tei-An
Japanese restaurant · Arts District
Teiichi Sakurai’s Arts District institution centers house‑made soba and a serene omakase. Recommended by the Michelin Guide and long held up by local critics as essential Dallas dining.
Gemma
Restaurant · Dallas
Husband‑and‑wife team Stephen Rogers and Allison Yoder helm this polished neighborhood bistro known for seasonal cooking, savvy wines, and gracious service. Michelin Bib Gourmand and lauded by local critics.
Nonna | Tabu
Italian restaurant · Perry Heights
Julian Barsotti’s refined Italian mainstay turns out wood‑fired pizzas, pastas, and seasonal plates with a loyal following. Michelin Bib Gourmand and frequently cited by Dallas critics.
Mot Hai Ba
Asian fusion restaurant · Belmont
An East Dallas favorite where chef Peja Krstic blends Vietnamese and French techniques with Texas ingredients. Michelin Bib Gourmand and a frequent subject of local critic praise.
Ngon Vietnamese Kitchen
Vietnamese restaurant · Belmont
Owner Carol Nguyen channels Hanoi roots into bún chả, phở, and curries that feel both homespun and polished. Michelin Bib Gourmand and profiled by The Dallas Morning News.
Cattleack Barbeque
Barbecue restaurant · Inwood
Lunch‑only craft barbecue with cult‑status brisket, sausages, and a legendary first‑Saturday event. Long celebrated by Texas Monthly and recognized with a Michelin Bib Gourmand.
Revolver Taco Lounge TO GO
Mexican restaurant · Deep Ellum
By day, heirloom‑masa tacos and regional salsas; by night, Purépecha’s intimate tasting menu led by chef Regino Rojas. D Magazine has repeatedly highlighted it among the city’s very best.
Shoyo
Sushi restaurant · Belmont
A 12‑seat omakase where Jimmy Park and team deliver a fast‑paced, joyful progression of seasonal bites. Celebrated by The Dallas Morning News and The Infatuation; reservations release monthly.
José
Mexican restaurant · Bluffview
A stylish salute to regional Mexico with heirloom masa, lively aguachiles, and a serious agave program. Praised by local critics and noted by Southern Living; added weekend breakfast and live music programming.
