Walloon's Restaurant
Restaurant · Hospital District ·
Seafood, small plates & wine in a historic bank building.
Seafood, small plates & wine in a historic bank building.
"Located in 701 on Magnolia Avenue, this Chicago-style eatery occupies a former bank whose historic vault now serves as a private dining room and wine cellar; inside, an urban space frames a raw seafood bar and a sophisticated U-shaped cocktail bar, and the menu runs to dishes like a rare Italian beef sandwich and moules marinieres, answering Magnolia’s need for a casual seafood spot." - Courtney Dabney
"Come to Walloon’s for what it advertises as the coldest martinis in Fort Worth (we have tested them, and we can confirm: very cold), and stay for the outstanding seafood. Order oysters on the half shell and crudo from the raw bar, or the excellent beer-battered redfish beignets that eat like fish and chips. (The lobster roll and decadent seafood macaroni and cheese are also solid choices.) Going for a table and full dinner here is great, but pulling up a stool at the U-shaped bar and people watching over a martini and starters is also a lot of fun. Vibe check: If you’re looking for a little piece of New Orleans in DFW with great people watching, this is it." - Courtney E. Smith
"Walloon’s is a newer addition to the Fort Worth dining scene that was opened by Chef Marcus Pasley, who is known for other local favorites including Clay Pigeon, Piattello Italian Kitchen, and Stockyards sweetheart, Provender Hall. Walloon’s is known for its upscale French- and Creole-influenced dining experience and elegant interior. Their menu takes a modern and refined approach to classic French dishes like French onion soup, steak frites, and braised short rib. If you’re looking to bring along a less exploratory friend, they also have one of the best pub burgers in town with a handful of other fun twists on familiar dishes." - Michael Ellington
"A Magnolia Ave seafood house that blends Southern comfort with a coastal, New Orleans–reminiscent spirit; the u-shaped bar offers prime people-watching and is often the best seat in the house. The menu highlights Gulf seafood — standout items include cold-water oysters and crudo, beer-battered redfish beignets, lobster rolls, mussels, and a decadent seafood mac and cheese with lobster, shrimp and three cheeses. Cocktails and drinks run the gamut from light to indulgent, and the spot touts some of the coldest martinis in town." - Courtney E. Smith
"A seafood-focused restaurant from chef Marcus Paslay (known for Clay Pigeons, Piatello, and Provender Hall) planned for The 701 mixed-use development in Near Southside. The project is sited at the corner of Hemphill Street and W. Magnolia Avenue and is projected to open in summer 2023." - Courtney E. Smith