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What to Eat in Dallas – Fort Worth
One thing is for sure: You definitely won't go hungry in Dallas or Fort Worth. With big business comes big appetites, and this city knows how to satisfy them.
The DFW Metroplex is known for red meat and Tex-Mex. For a prime cut, head to Al Biernat's on the northeast edge of Dallas' Oak Lawn district. You'll spend a pretty penny to eat here, but avid foodies swear the steak is worth the price. If you're craving an elevated take on tacos, diners and critics recommend you try Revolver Taco Lounge. It's pricier than your average taco joint, but diners say the unique offerings (like tender octopus carnitas with fried leeks) are worth the cost. For a no-frills experience, consider Trompo, which earns rave reviews for its simple street-style tacos. For even more Tex-Mex, sign up for one of the best food tours in Dallas.
If you want to expand your palette beyond steak and tacos, Dallas has you covered there, too. Thanks to the metro area's large immigrant population (nearly 5 million), the city offers a varied roster of dining styles reflective of its multicultural residents. You can find most everything your stomach desires, from Mediterranean cuisine to Latin American favorites. For fresh sushi, try Yutaka Sushi Bistro in Uptown, or sample the casual French fare at Boulevardier.
But don't worry: Old-fashioned chili and chicken-fried steak are still staple dishes at many of Dallas and Fort Worth's restaurants. To sink your teeth into some authentic barbecue, try Heim Barbecue in Fort Worth or Cattleack Barbeque and Pecan Lodge in Dallas.
Find the Best Restaurants in Dallas – Fort Worth
- #1Jimmy's Food Store#1 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (1184)$ | Italian, Tuscan, Central-Italian4901 Bryan St Corner of Bryan and Fitzhugh, Dallas, TX 75206-7613Read More » - #2rise n°1#2 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (1137)$ - $$ | French5360 W Lovers Ln # 220, Dallas, TX 75209-4262Read More » - #3Pappas Bros. Steakhouse#3 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (1564)$$ | American, Steakhouse10477 Lombardy Ln, Dallas, TX 75220-4349Read More » - #4Cafe 43#4 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (267)$ - $$ | American, CafeGeorge W. Bush Presidential Library 2943 SMU Boulevard, Dallas, TX 75205Read More » - #5Maple Leaf Diner#5 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (289)$ - $$ | Cafe, Diner, Canadian12817 Preston Rd Ste 129, Dallas, TX 75230-7204Read More » - #6Uchi Dallas#6 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (276)$$ | Japanese, Seafood, Sushi, Asian2817 Maple Ave Above Uchi Dallas, Dallas, TX 75201-1403Read More » - #7Kenny's Wood Fired Grill#7 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (1416)$ - $$ | American, Bar5000 Belt Line Rd Ste 775, Dallas, TX 75254-6747Read More » - #8Eatzi's Market & Bakery#8 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (460)$ - $$ | American3403 Oak Lawn Ave, Dallas, TX 75219-4215Read More » - #9Truluck's Ocean's Finest Seafood & Crab#9 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (894)$$ | Steakhouse, American, Seafood2401 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75201-1938Read More » - #10Velvet Taco Knox#10 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (630)$ | Mexican, Southwestern, Latin, Contemporary3012 N Henderson Ave, Dallas, TX 75206Read More » - #11E Bar Tex-Mex#11 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (189)$ - $$ | Mexican, Southwestern, Bar1901 North Haskell Avenue #120, Dallas, TX 75204Read More » - #12Rodeo Goat#12 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (862)$ - $$ | American, Bar1926 Market Center Blvd At Turtle Creek, Dallas, TX 75207-3317Read More » - #13Saint Martin's Wine Bistro#13 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (287)$$ | French, European, Wine Bar3020 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75206-6030Read More » - #14Bob's Steak & Chop House#14 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (408)$$ | American, Steakhouse555 S Lamar St, Dallas, TX 75202-1961Read More » - #15Emporium Pies#15 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (343)$ - $$ | American314 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208-4655Read More » - #16Lavendou#16 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (274)$$ | French19009 Preston Rd Suite 200, Dallas, TX 75252-2496Read More » - #17The Capital Grille#17 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (441)$$ | American, Steakhouse500 Crescent Ct, Dallas, TX 75201-1894Read More » - #18Mia's Tex Mex#18 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (257)$ - $$ | Mexican, Southwestern4322 Lemmon Ave, Dallas, TX 75219-2705Read More » - #19S & D Oyster Co#19 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (258)$ - $$ | American, Seafood2701 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75204-2521Read More » - #20Toulouse Cafe and Bar (Dallas)#20 of 4,051 Places to Eat in Dallas
Tripadvisor (269)$ - $$ | French, European3314 Knox St, Dallas, TX 75205-4034Read More »
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