The Mexican

"This fine dining restaurant offers another Dallas patio that is way more than a patio. It’s also an enclosed room that’s fully temperature controlled, with views out into the untouched woods behind the restaurant. The restaurant already captures the vibe of being on an expensive vacation at a top-notch Mexican resort, and the patio takes it up a notch. It’s a great spot to enjoy a margarita or something from the restaurant’s tequila library paired with sharable dishes like the lobster elote, five tostada plate, or an order of tacos. The restaurant offers valet parking." - Rachel Pinn, Courtney E. Smith

"The Mexican is the perfect place for a fancy slab of meat. People come to this Design District spot to ball out on excellently-marbled filet mignon or ribeye, which get upgraded with sauces like salsa compadre and the Southwesterny chamuco sauce. But it’s not all beef here: the lobster enchiladas are also excellent and supremely creamy, thanks to the combination of oaxaca cheese and queso fresco. The dining room skews loungey, but it’s more fun sitting at the windows, where you'll have a front row view to tipsy couples dancing and canoodling while waiting for the valet." - lee escobedo, gabe bergado, emily smith

"In fairness, this restaurant may be underrated by critics more than it is by diners. Following a few disastrous reviews on its opening, this spot was far from struggling. It is a luxury product, the kind of Mexican food that the wealthy eat at resorts in the country. The cold sharables portion of the menu is full of hits, and the grilled steaks, particularly the Spinalis which is Heartbrand Japanese wagyu, are top-notch. Additionally, the tequila library is increible — we were especially impressed with the depth of organic offerings. Ask for recommendations or even a personalized tasting flight. This place is luxe, so if a splurge can be underrated this is the one." - Courtney E. Smith

"The Mexican is the perfect place for a fancy slab of meat. People come to this Design District spot to ball out on excellently-marbled filet mignon or ribeye, which get upgraded with sauces like salsa compadre and the Southwesterny chamuco sauce. But it’s not all beef here: the lobster enchiladas are also excellent and supremely creamy, thanks to the combination of oaxaca cheese and queso fresco. The dining room skews loungey, but it’s more fun sitting at the windows, where you'll have a front row view to tipsy couples dancing and canoodling while waiting for the valet." - Lee Escobedo

"Skip the $50, $150, and $250 margs on this menu and opt for the Mujeres Divinas for $17. It is made with hibiscus-infused blanco tequila, chartreuse, cucumber, and agave." - Eater Staff