Neighborhood Services

The food, service and ambience were perfect! The Brussel sprouts (not pictured) were some of the best I’ve had! A must side dish. Meatballs and Asparagus was the perfect starter and hit on all cylinders! The pork chop was cooked perfectly and tasted better than expected. Truly a dish not usually ordered but every bite demanded attention. Scrumptious! Highly recommend for a business dinner, casual dinner or romantic night out.

We came here for our anniversary then again for Valentine’s Day and Neighborhood Services did not disappointment. Everything we ordered last and this time (meatballs, short rib nachos, flatbread, ribeye, pork chop, burger) was delicious and perfect. Their voodoo sauce is chef’s kiss and pairs well with meatballs and fries. On top of that, the dessert chocolate cake comes as a huge slice and the perfect way to end dinner. Definitely a nice date night spot with a significant other or even friends/family!

I was in town visiting friends who highly recommended dinner here. We had another friend from out of town visiting as well and we decided to try it. We were greeted well and seated at a very comfortable big booth. Our traditional drink of choice is an old fashioned and we were very happy to get a high quality one here. The service was fantastic and our server was knowledgeable, helpful, fun and witty. I ordered the salmon and I have to say it was incredible! The outside had a light crusting and the inside was delicious and moist. Everyone enjoyed their entrees. Overall-great energy, great service, great ambiance and vibe. Would definitely come back when I am back in Dallas.

Amazing service! Probably some of the best I've had in recent years. Great food. Brussel sprouts were amazing. London broil also fab. Finished off the night with their butterscotch dessert. Total divine. I'll be back.

Excellent place for dinner, prompt and friendly staff. Excellent food and beverage choices choices ar an appropriate price point.

Good atmosphere for an early dinner. Great service from our server, Imani. The crispy asparagus appetizer is amazing. We had both fish specials of the day - lightly breaded sole and pan-seared halibut. Asparagus and mashed russet potatoes as sides were both tasty and perfectly cooked.

Neighborhood services is a wonderful place to get amazing food, drinks , and impeccable service . I travel to Dallas for work and this is now my second time dining here , both visits have been more than wonderful . Our server Al was lovely , extremely knowledgeable about the menu and specials that they were running that evening, and very timely in making sure we had everything we needed the whole night . I would 10/10 recommend neighborhood services !

Really chill vibes. Great place to have drinks and catch up with friends or make it a romantic evening with someone special. Really good food the appetizers and entrees were each delicious.

Neighborhood services is such a fun spot! Nice enough for a celebration or special night out, but chill enough for a weeknight date night as well. A rare find, in my opinion. My wife and I hadn't been since before COVID, but really enjoyed our experience. Our waiter was so fun and the food was top notch! We really enjoyed it and look forward to going back!

Ambience and service was very good. Of the 4 meals we had, three of us loved our meals and one did not like theirs (chicken Piccata). The presentation for all the meals was awesome, just seems that the chicken (for the piccata) was not pounded and was quite dry. The salads we ordered were excellent and specialty drinks were also quite good. We also ordered some bread since the meal portions were small.... (Bread Order Consisted of 3 pieces smallish slices of bread, which we were charged for). All in all, very good restaurant but more than a tad bit over priced.

After deliberating our dining prospects one night, I offered to my better half that we try Neighborhood Services, a joint that's been around for well over a decade. For some reason, I'd never been there (or so I thought), and, that night, I was in the mood to wander off our beaten path of familiar chow houses. My better half assured me that we had indeed been there, some years previous. While I was sure she was right, I couldn't remember that visit. My ability to recall the faintest remembrance was akin to staring into a proverbial black hole. This fact made me a tad nervous...since my lapse in memory of a past event normally meant that I wasn't impressed with the outing and had decided to cross the encounter off the list for some reason. Before I could backtrack, she made the reservation and told me, in no uncertain terms, that we were going. But to be truthful, based on the fact that my memory had gone AWOL of that long ago visit, I wasn't expecting much. Our reservation at Neighborhood Services was for 7:30 pm on a mid-week night, and the joint was packed and noisy. Immediately, I mentally subtracted some points. Crowded and noisy isn't my cup of Oolong tea. But the hostess said she had a booth for us, which quickly caused me to cancel the previous subtraction. After being seated, our waiter was quick on the scene and snapped up our drink orders. Taking a look at the menu, it was decidedly American fare, but offered some twists and turns in what one might find in another restaurant that offers so-called American selections. For some reason, today's daily plate of meatloaf caught my attention. I usually recoil from any thought of ordering comfort foods or a traditional home-cooking style of dish. But, it did push me towards my ultimate pick of chicken piccata, preceded by a simple salad of greens. While I'm no fan of eating in noisy and crowded restaurants, the food rose above my small discomfort. For some reason, the simple, but tasty dish of chicken piccata left an indelible mark in my memory. I have no idea why my memory of my first visit to Neighborhood Services went missing. Maybe it was a longer than expected wait. Perhaps it was due to some fellow diners who had a bit too much too drink. But this trip has been firmly placed in the memory banks.

Thumbs up: 1. The tempura asparagus is awesome. Never had it like this before and it is so tasty. I could eat three plates of this. 2. Love the pizza. This was unexpected because this is not a "pizza place". But it was just the right amount of flavor, light chewiness, airiness in the dough, and tasty blend of toppings. 3. The fried shrimp are good. Batter is good and not overwhelming. 4. Brussels sprouts are good. A little too toasty but still in the good range, and very tasty. 5. Server was very friendly and enthusiastic. Thumbs down: 1. The chips and crab dip sounds good but it is kind of meh. I don't taste the crab that much and the overall flavor is bland. It's not bad, but for the price I expected more. 2. While the scallops are good and on par for what I expected, the rest of the entree seemed like decoration and was not very filling for a main dish. 3. My friend who loves the original location insists the beef entrees are not the same and not as good at this location.

We went to have the double cut chicken parmigiana Tuesday special. I asked the waiter specifically how the chicken Parmigiana was prepared and what it came with. The waiter said it came with a little salad they put on top of the chicken but didn't mention the dish came with a pasta. I told him to put the salad on the side and I specifically would have told him to make sure the pasta is on the side too. When it came out it wasn't hot and the chicken was lying on top of the pasta with red sauce which made the entire breading on bottom soggy. Totally annoying. Also because there was no way to know if the chicken came with pasta we ordered a pasta special called "lemon pasta." You shouldn't get that, it was terrible. It smelled like hot trash and the sauce seemed like it needed a lot more work. I told the waiter I was pissed about the food and how I asked him directly about the preparation to avoid the soggy fried chicken. He messed up. They took the pasta dish off the bill but I felt bad about having them take the chicken off the bill too. I didn't want to throw the waiter under the bus with the manager but in the days since the experience has gotten under my skin. If you really love food and are particular about your tastes, skip this restaurant. This place is probably just a pretty place to grab drinks. Don't count on anything exceptional. This place is just a vibe.

NHS has long been on our rotation. We used to eat at the Preston/Royal location weekly for years. Went to the original Lovers Ln location tonight for my birthday. Pains me to say it was a big disappointment. Prices have doubled like many places. But the quality has slipped dramatically. The schnitzel was1/2 the size it used to be and twice the price. Plus it was over fried. The Thursday pot pie special was not special in the least. Wasn't bad but not much better than Stouffer's. Service was wonderful as always, but did find it telling that neither the server nor the host asked how our meal was. I think they know what the answer would be.

I've been here three times now and have enjoyed each visit. The specials are always amazing and the service is consistently good.

The food is amazing (especially these Thai tacos!!! These NEED to be a menu regular)!!! The service is amazing, Danee, Dale, Sharon, Chris, Nick are all amazing ... I eat here a lot but these Thai tacos took me to heaven!!!!

Mediocre food at best. Fish tartar sauce was not much more than mayonnaise. The malt vinegar was weak cheap stuff. The burger was raw in the middle and lacked any taste. The meatballs at least had some spice on them, but basically odd tasting. We had a few other things, but nothing to go back for. Wine is marked up 300% so our $50 bottle of wine was $150. There was a 2 year old kid that was all over the place at the next table. I like kids, so it was a positive. Service was good. In a nutshell, this place wasted a perfectly good evening and lots of $$$$. Overpriced and underdelivered. I recommend finding some other place to eat.

Neighborhood Services is wildly popular in the Dallas area. They're a part of a restaurant group that includes Montlake Cut and Town Hearth. This is my least favorite of the group by a large margin. Don't get me wrong, nothing is bad. .. just not what I was expecting considering the reputation. The "CFS" or Country Fried Steak is one of their signature dishes. It's made with wagyu beef. I can't say my pallet was sophisticated enough to discern the difference. I found it to be a little greasy, yet dry. .. could've used a bit more seasoning too. The Crispy Shrimp were pretty good, but standard. The hand pie was exceptional. I'd go back just for dessert. Service could've been more attentive, though not rude. I'd revisit if someone really wanted to go. I'd stick to appetizers, cocktails, and desserts though.

I highly recommend checking this place out! The ambience, service, and food all around was wonderful. We ordered the crap dip, pork chop, steak frites, Brussels sprouts, as well as the fish and chips. Every single dish was great!

My husband and I went to Neighborhood Services and had an amazing experience. The GM was so kind and checked in on us during dinner. I ate the hand made noodles with lobster and my husband ate the short rib enchiladas. They were so delicious and can't wait to go back. Their signature dessert was brought out by their executive chef. Their service was superb and food was amazing! Definitely recommend.

Had dinner tonight at the new location on Oak Lawn Avenue. was so looking forward to dinner and was so disappointed. The black cod was recommended as a nightly special. myself and a guest had it and both of ours was undercooked and unedible. Very disappointed and would not recommend.

SO GOOD ALWAYS. Great place to take anyone from out of town, date spot, catchup with friends.. whatever really! It's elevated new American dining at its best. I'm always excited to go here. Everyone on the menu is bangin' but I'm partial to deviled eggs always.

Wonderful evening. Perfect service and the food was better than great. Ricky, the new exec chef brings a new innovation to a great restaurant. Keep it up.

I have visited this restaurant several times, and it has always left me feeling a little bit disappointed. While the service has always been decent, the food was mediocre and overpriced on every occasion. The place is consistently busy, which makes very little sense given the food quality. Despite these issues, the staff have always been friendly and attentive, and the atmosphere is pleasant. However, the food just isn't up to par, and I wouldn't recommend this restaurant to others. There are so many other great options in the neighborhood that offer far better value for money.

I was in town visiting friends who highly recommended dinner here. We had another friend from out of town visiting as well and we decided to try it. We were greeted well and seated at a very comfortable big booth. Our traditional drink of choice is an old fashioned and we were very happy to get a high quality one here. The service was fantastic and our server was knowledgeable, helpful, fun and witty. I ordered the salmon and I have to say it was incredible! The outside had a light crusting and the inside was delicious and moist.

My review is only based on unacceptable behavior of the hostess, which led us to leave our table before ordering. We came for my wife's bday and our 3 young children and the presence of children was made very clear was not something welcomed in any measure. We were asked repeatedly to move out of the way and perhaps sit at the bar with a baby carrier and toddler, while our table was prepared. Obviously not family friendly. Our presence was not welcomed, so we left. 10 minute valet may be a record. We won't be back based on this experience.

Food was good. Service was great. Ambiance is beautiful and welcoming. I look forward to going back!

Went with my family for a celebratory dinner and we're not disappointed. Meatballs were fantastic. I had the chicken piccata with noodles (our servers suggestion) and it was light and delicious. The Banana Pudding was one of the best I've ever had! I've been to other neighborhood service locations and this one is just as amazing as the rest!

I would have given it a 5 but when I showed up at 6:15 and ordered fries they said they were out of ketchup.....?????? What restaurant that serves fries opens without ketchup? Where's the MANAGER on this

Came here for a Thursday night dinner with a friend and it was packed! We had to change our reservation size so had a bit of a wait for a table, but lots of space to catch up by the bar area. Once we were seated, our server was super friendly and attentive and gave lots of good recommendations. We shared the Crispy Asparagus, which was lightly fried and yummy. I then had the Caramelized Scallops without the bacon. The scallops were a little too oily, but the polenta was a nice touch. The dish was relatively standard, but I still enjoyed it. For dessert we shared the Butterscotch Pots de Creme which was super sweet but also addicting. Neighborhood Services wasn't able to wow me and most of the items on their menu aren't really items I would be excited about, but I still had a nice time.

The waiter accommodated our need to have a quick lunch. We got out on time and enjoyed the ambience. I got the blackened shrimp salad. I loved that the shrimp had a slight char. Also, the toasted bread had a just the perfect buttery crunch. Excellent lunch spot!

We came for dinner Sunday night, I recently moved from DFW to Kansas and I wanted a taste of home. This was the place that did it. We had crispy asparagus and meatballs that were covered in Voodoo sauce sooooo tasty! We also had the Filet and Fried Chicken both were outstanding. The server knew his stuff and recommended the fried pumpkin pie and WOW! Even the manager checked on us and asked where we were from. Amazing ambiance we will be back next time I'm in town

This is one of those unique places that makes you want to come back again and again Comfortable and attractive bar area with a wife variety of foods on the menu Started with the wedge salads all around, my entree was the Schnitzel (top notch), one friend had the scalp OP ps, another the fish and chips and the final had the delmonico Excellent service, not a one entree plate had a fragment of food left on it and no room was unfortunately left for dessert :( In particular the schnitzel served over toasted spaetzle with a large portion of salad greens is enough to feed 2! Cant wait to visit again

My wife and I had a really nice time here recently. Service was great. Food was very well prepared. Whatever you order make sure you ask for the voodoo sauce. Makes everything better. Atmosphere is warm and inviting. Really like the lighting. It's amazing how many restaurants get the lighting wrong. Looking forward to coming back!

First of all I would like to say that my problem is specifically with this Neighborhood Services as we have enjoyed other locations and Montlake Cut many times without being disappointed. I advice you to stay clear of this specific restaurant and his manager Alex Gutierrez. This experience was not only disappointing but has me thinking of filing charges against the manager. We had a 9:30pm reservation for 4 and got to the restaurant at 9:10, to which we were told that they were running behind so it would take a little more time so we proceeded to sit at the bar and have a cocktail to wait for our table. By 9:45 a group of 3 that were waiting before us at the bar got sat down so we were sure that we were next. By 9:50 another group of 4 entered the restaurant and at 9:55 they were sat down. I approached the hostess table and asked a young man to get the manager because I wanted to complain about the fact that they sat down a group that came a lot later than us. This person said he was the manager and asked me what he could do for us and I told him that we wanted to sit down and explained the whole situation. By this time the hostess came to us and said she sat them down because they had a 9:15 and I said, I understand that but they weren't there until 9:50 so in any case they would have lost their reservation, to which the manager got angry and moved himself as to be in between me and the hostess and started to move forward as to try to challenge me physically to which my wife stepped in and asked him to step back. We immediately closed our bar tab and left. While the bartender was closing our account another couple came to us and said the manager had treated them really bad and that they would never return. I am hoping corporate takes notice and fixes situations like this because this person is tainting the good name of NS. JZ

Great atmosphere, great food, great service. Was there on Christmas Eve and it went swimmingly

Very crowded on the weekend nights! The place is small and tightly packed. Tip: Always listen to the specials! The specials are what makes this restaurant fabulous. Upon first glancing at the menu I wasn't terribly impressed BUT after our lovely server told us about the specials I was excited. If you like Cesar salads, they have one of the best I've eaten in Dallas. All four of us had the special fish dishes. Everyone was 100% satisfied! I would say it was mostly a mature crowd peppered with a few 30-40 something year olds. Highly recommend!

Was our first time here and the hype matched our experience. They were cranking on a Wed night, but we had reservations and got seated immediately. We all enjoyed our food and service was spot on. We will be back!

I have dined here many times over the years. Neighborhood Services knows the Park Cities market as well as anyone, tailoring everything from kitschy decor and vintage tunes to a lively American menu, played perfectly to the home crowd. As I write this, the various Neighborhood Services and sister restaurants across their portfolio blur together into one Americana-themed, racing car, sailing regatta, 80s power ballad fueled indulgence of nostalgia, cuisine and home. From the appetizer meatballs, to their rich sauces, steak specials, oysters and a very capable bar, the level of comfort food here, uptempo atmosphere and neighborhood feel have created enduring success. And its self-awareness, combined with a 'you can still wear your jeans' or outdoorsman attire most nights of the week attitude delivers an interesting economic phenomenon--that of paying 80% the sticker price of an evening at Dallas' finest steakhouses, but doing so more frequently, willingly and glut free. Its casual accessibility helps the experience and convenience transcend--and differentiate from--restaurants that should otherwise be peers but come across as ostentatious and wasteful. Because for all its perfected fare, great location and beautiful menu, Neighborhood Services' biggest innovation is how it engages ourselves, tells us everything is ok as a not-so-affordable yet perfectly-affordable luxury, that exists as if it were always there.

I would go every day for a glass of wine and the crispy asparagus if I could. I'm a big fan of this place and so glad there is a new location! The ambiance is lovely and open, the service is professional but still casual. The servers always seem knowledgeable of the day's features and are great at recommending. I'm a vegetarian and have no trouble finding a variety of options. This is an impressive space and I hope it has staying power on Oak Lawn!

Amazing food, ambiance, and service! We are looking forward to returning and don't expect to find anything disappointing on the menu based on our first visit.

Go here once every quarter or so... the problem with it is it is super noisy at times and some of the dishes are just bad...specials are risky. Feels like the chef team doesn't know how to prepare them at times. Now that said, if you're in for a cheeseburger with fries, they do a great job. Just be careful on some of the higher end, one off dishes. The place is approachable Americana but when they veer towards high end dining they disappoint in my experience.

Great food, and service. We had a party of 6, and decided to order appetizers across the board so we could try and variety of every thing. He made great recommendations and kept up with our rounds of ordering. Will be back.

The only reason I don't give 5 stars is because it's so loud when it's full of people. The scallops had a bbq flavored sauce which was different - they were cooked well.

Drinks were great, service was great, vibes were great, appetizers, great. Delmanicos, 4 of em, burnt. I was sick.

What a big disappointment. This place was recommended by a prominent client of ours. Parking sucked. The food was overpriced and overrated and the service was mediocre at best. The tab was screwed up and it took a while to settle it. This is not definitely a place to frequent. Then again, Dallas is not famous for good places to go.

Host was extremely poor. Did not sat us well after our reservation time. Very disappointing

Neighborhood Services is a small, quaint restaurant with some of the best food I've ever had in Dallas. My boyfriend and I went there on a Thursday night and I started off our visit with a cosmopolitan from the bar, delicious and potent however not too strong! I tried some of my boyfriends Sauvignon Blanc and it surprised me how good it was so I got a glass of that as well! From there we sat down at our table and our incredible waiter Marcus greeted us with enthusiasm and professionalism. We started off with the meatballs, fried asparagus, and brisket nachos. All of our starters were delicious but the brisket nachos were my #1, I need to come back for another order because I've been craving them since I left! My boyfriend and I split the wedge and it came in nicely sized portions for both of us, sometimes wedges can be on the smaller side but this was more than enough. I'm glad we split this but it could be a great meal for someone who's looking for something a little lighter or is just craving a salad! The main portion came out and my pork chop was DELICIOUS. Hands down the best pork chop I've ever had in my life. It was juicy, tender, had incredible flavor and it made for a wonderful lunch the next day as it's HUGE! We got sides of Mac and cheese and asparagus (you can never have too much) and again everything was exquisite. Dessert was something we looked forward to even after we were full from our starters and main course and it did not disappoint. From fun, professional and friendly staff to delicious food and a wide variety of options you're sure to find something you'll love from Neighborhood Services!

I dont know what happened to this place, but it was a significantly worse experience than the other times ive been here. Apart from not being able to hear my partner 2 feet away from me, every food item (steak frites, nachos, burger, mussels) was extremely oversalted. It was like eating a block of salt in a crowded night club. Horrible experience.

My husband and I were going to Dallas for the weekend and I wanted to try somewhere new. We were staying near Mockingbird Station and I wanted something more local. Neighborhood Services was exactly what we were looking for! It is a small, understated building and inside is close quarters with a homey feel. We made a reservation, which is pretty essential but we were seated quickly. We shared the meatballs to start, which are outstanding! Our drinks and service were superb all night- if you're in the area, this is a great spot!

We went to this location (Lovers Lane) for our anniversary, having been to the locations in Addison and on Preston Rd. Parking is tight in this neighborhood so they have complimentary valet. Be sure to tip the driver. The food was excellent. We started with half a dozen oysters ($19) and they were fresh and delicious. I then ordered the tuna crudo ($17) with some kind of ginger sauce and it was superb. I could eat that all night. The wife ordered halibut ($35) for the entree while I went with the nightly special, fried chicken ($23). The halibut was cooked perfectly. She also ordered a side of mac n' cheese ($7) and it was really good, rich and creamy. My fried chicken had excellent crust that the wife said was really well seasoned although I did not taste it. The greens were superb, and the mashed potatoes were really tasty. I could not eat everything. Our server, Eric, could not have been better. The valet guy forget to give me a ticket to retrieve my car so Eric went to get it for me. What a gem. The atmosphere is adult upscale and it was such a pleasure not to have to endure screaming kids. The place was absolutely packed on a Tuesday night. We already knew that Neighborhood Services is a winner, and this experience solidified our opinion. Can't wait to return!

Decent food and great service, but the worst extra dirty martini I've ever had. Our waitress was excellent and tried to replace it, but icy ponds do not belong in a martini. It tasted like a watery vermouth martini with a splash of vodka and olive juice. I even asked for more olive juice and it didn't help. The first time I was there on a date and sat at the bar our bartender was exceptional and so was the food. Tonight some dishes were great and others mediocre for the price. Heading to The Balcony Club for a real martini.

Great food and service. Wonderful chef and owner! You can't go wrong. Amazing food! Great atmosphere!

The last time I was there the food was great and the menu was filled with exciting options.

Last minute choice for dinner. Reservations at 6:30 PM. Was told we had to vacate table by 7:30 PM. OK. Arrived on time, again told we had to vacate table by 730. received food at 10 after seven and we were out the door at 7:29. Very loud and very chilly. This is not our place.

Went here on a double date a few weeks ago and it was fabulous! I had been meaning to check this place out for awhile bc so many of my friends had raved about it. It did not disappoint! We were sat in a comfy booth and ordered cocktails. I ordered a dirty martini which was amazing and then we ordered the fried shrimp, meatballs, and a few salads. The fried shrimp was the winner it's a definite must if you like shrimp! We then ordered entrees - I ordered the chicken tortilla soup, my hubby ordered the fish and chips which were so good! Our friends ordered the salmon and the special of the day. Everything was so fresh and delicious... dessert was next level. We ordered the banana split which was my fav and the butterscotch pots de creme! Absolutely loved the vibe of this restaurant it was like a cabin/ Ralph Lauren look. So cozy and so good will definitely be back!

A group of friends and I went and had an amazing time. The service was on top of everything and was able to answer all of our questions. Our server did a great job explaining the featured meals and suggesting alternatives. The drinks were on point.