From Michelin-lauded counters to family-run staples, this list blends essential hits with neighborhood originals. Each pick is verified open and locally owned, with trusted critic sources guiding what to order and when to go.
Best Restaurants in Dallas (2025)
11 Places
From Michelin-lauded counters to family-run staples, this list blends essential hits with neighborhood originals. Each pick is verified open and locally owned, with trusted critic sources guiding what to order and when to go.
Tatsu Dallas
Sushi restaurant
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
