Outback Steakhouse

I've been in the Dallas area for the past week and I'm giving up beef when I get back home. We came…read morehere on a Thursday evening and I ordered the prime rib with fries and asparagus. Food was amazing!!! I washed that down with two old fashioned. Drinks were good!! The service was great, our waiter continuously check on us without being overbearing and kept our drinks flowing. We set outside and enjoyed the cool breeze which enhanced our experience. Overall I enjoyed this place and would recommend it to anyone looking for a good steakhouse to visit.

This place was PACKED! Customer service at the bar was fantastic and definitely a highlight of the…read morevisit. As for the food, the shrimp and grits had more of a tomato-based flavor than I expected. I also wish there had been more grits in the bowl--especially for $19. It was a large bowl but pretty minimal on the actual portion. I originally came for the bread pudding, so it was disappointing that they didn't have any available. I ended up trying the carrot cake instead, which was pretty good, though it didn't seem like it was made in-house.

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Copper & Vine

4.6(111 reviews)

5.8 mi

I don't know how to describe this place. It's weird. I've been here maybe 5 times over the past 6…read moremonths. First off, the food is excellent. AMAZING actually. I've never had anything that wasn't perfectly prepared, flavorful, and served the correct temperature. And that's what really matters in a restaurant, of course. But the vibe is odd. I can't put my finger on it. It's "clique-y". Every time I come, I walk into an empty restaurant with no host. And it seems I've walked in before they opened. They have lots of private events which are walled off with weird partitions. And they sometimes (according to others I overheard) completely close down for private parties. I don't ask for much. I require very little attention. I grossly over tip. And, yet still I feel very unwelcome in this restaurant that I have frequented several times. I don't get it. The other customers were very nice to me, but the staff seemed annoyed by my presence. It's bizarre. Anyway, the food alone earns them a top rating. Pro tip: Do NOT sit at the bar. They don't tell you this: but it's for the regulars. You'll feel like you've wandered into a party you weren't invited to. AND.....order the Prince Edward Island mussels!

Copper & Vine is a really nice restaurant that mixes fine dining with a casual experience in the…read moreLas Colinas neighborhood. The owner of the restaurant took our order and offered good suggestions. He raved about their Tiramisu and we wanted to try if for dessert. The starters we tried were well seasoned and flavorful. The pasta bowls come with breadsticks and is perfect for one. The bowls are not shareable but the flavors were excellent. Do try the tiramisu for dessert. It is highly recommended. Plenty of parking available in the strip mall. The restaurant offers beer, wines and cocktails with a full bar service. Pricing: Not an inexpensive restaurant but it's worth the money you pay. Will I return? : For sure!

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Cork & Pig Tavern

4.4(818 reviews)

4.1 mi

Hala is my favorite person. Her energy and personality brings such a joy to my experience. She's…read morepassionate, friendly, and goes above and beyond to ensure her guest experience the best that Cork and Pig has to offer. The food is amazing, the drinks are incredible, and the atmosphere is so welcoming.

We host every happy hour, lunch meeting, and team gathering at Cork & Pig Tavern. The food is…read moreexceptional- vibe excellent-- but if we're being honest? The real reason is Hala. Hala has a gift that simply can't be manufactured -- the ability to make every guest feel genuinely seen and welcomed from the moment they walk through the door. She knows her regulars. She reads the room. She consistently goes above and beyond in a way that never feels performative or transactional -- it just feels like care. The food would be delicious anywhere. But Hala turns a great restaurant into a place people actually want to come back to. She's the reason Cork & Pig isn't just where we eat -- it's where we gather as a family.

The Pig Pizza!

Cosmo and Mai tai

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Brasão Brazilian Steakhouse

We came here after a work event and it was about 25 of people. The had no problem setting all of us…read moreand the food started coming and never stopped. Everything was delicious and I severely over ate. Overall I want to think the staff for a fantastic time!!!! Everything was great!!!!

Will preface review with this: I came on a Sunday evening for my birthday and it was quite empty,…read moremaybe less than 10 tables. Saw 4k reviews on Google so was a bit surprised to see. To start off, the staff were all very pleasant and attentive. Since it was my birthday, the dessert we ordered was on the house which was a nice surprise. Now on to the not so great--Maybe because it was so empty that the self serve bar seemed like everything sat for past their prime. Had an array of salad, cheese, etc. nothing you'd want to go back for seconds. On to the meat -- each piece tasted more or less like the last. I will say, the filet mignon was tender as expected. For a steakhouse none of the offerings were particularly spectacular. Not sure I would return unfortunately.

Grilled top sirloin with Mozzarella cheese

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Hudson House

4.3(322 reviews)

4.4 mi

Ambiance: The restaurant is very lively and was very busy on a Saturday evening. There were plenty…read moreof celebrations and parties! Food: The food was delicious! I ordered the dynamite shrimp and panseared redfish. Both dishes were really phenomenal! Service: Our server was really great! He checked in on us often, and made sure we were taken care of! We eventually went to the bar after paying for our meal to chat some more! The bartenders were so friendly and great! We had a great time!

Martinis are for the girls - love a happy hour that has drinks and burgers on the menu! Not…read morepictured are the delicious truffle frenchy fries (thin French fries). We were able to get a table outside right away though it appeared incredibly packed. The biggest con were the flies. They were pretty relentless, and the restaurant did not have any of the fans to keep the flies away. Since the restaurant was busy, patience was a key component to a successful HH. The company was the most important factor!

Patio seating

The Lobster Roll

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Dynamite Shrimp

Pappas Bros. Steakhouse

4.4(1.4k reviews)

6.1 mi

•$$$$

Man, where do I even start... this was hands down an amazing experience from start to finish. The…read morefood was top-tier, the atmosphere was perfect, and the service really took it over the top. Huge shoutout to our server Phillip -- he was incredible. Super attentive, knowledgeable, and made sure everything was exactly how we wanted it all night. That kind of service really makes a difference. Also had to show love -- shoutout to VCU and his hometown for winning a March Madness game, that made the night even better! Now the food... The steak cooked medium well plus was PERFECT -- juicy, flavorful, and cooked exactly right. And listen... if you go, you HAVE to get the Midnight Cake. No debate. That was the perfect way to end a birthday dinner. Overall, this is an elite spot for a celebration. If you're looking for a place to have a birthday dinner, impress someone, or just enjoy great food and service -- this is it. Highly recomm

Service is as excellent! Ambiance was excellent, old school…read moresteakhouse atmosphere. Steak was not up to level of appearance and ambience. Ordered dry aged bone in New York strip. Sadly, it was tough and chewy with way too many fat and gristle bites. Not sure if me and our friend were just unlucky, or if it was just subpar meat. I read so many good reviews that I was excited to try it. Big letdown.

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Wicked Butcher

4.4(152 reviews)

12.1 mi•Downtown

Really enjoyed my stop at the Wicked Butcher! Food was really good and unique. Their gnocchi was…read morefantastic, and I eat gnocchi everywhere I can get it. Theirs was the perfect consistency and had hummus at the bottom, which was interesting and tasty. The scallops were really well seasoned and perfectly cooked. I wish it came accompanied by stuff I wanted to eat, but that was fine. Cario, the bartender, took great care of me while I ate. The espresso martini he made was phenomenal! He made a good old fashioned as well. The complimentary champagne started out my evening beautifully. I'd go back next time I'm in Dallas.

This has been the worst dining experience of the year. The worst. I'll say our server was fine. The…read moreambiance was fine. The food was absolutely terrible. We invited a couple for dinner to celebrate their wedding we weren't able to attend. They are foodies, so we thought to try something different. The bread that looked amazing tasted like cardboard. The Hummus was terrible, and we are pretty snobby in the Mediterranean department. The Cesar Salad was good. Then the food came out. The seabass had to be sent back once, the second time our friend just dealt with it. I had the rack of lamb, which I get often. Awful flavor and strange celery mix underneath. The guys got Cowboy Ribeyes. My husband ate his because he hadn't eaten all day. He said, he couldn't make a better steak. Our friend had ONE BITE and didn't touch it after that. They bagged it up for him, and he left it behind. A $78 steak, not even touched. The mashed potatoes were great actually. Brussel Sprouts were the worst I've ever tasted. I think the poor server saw we weren't enjoying dinner and brought us out a complimentary chocolate tart, said to celebrate their married couple. It too was not good. Most everything was left half eaten or barely touched. I've never felt like I just threw $500 in the trash can, as I did last night. The food looked good (as shown in the pictures below, but don't be fooled) Complete disappointment. I say this as someone who worked for a restaurant group of high end restaurants for many years.

Dining area

Robuchon potatoes

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Corn crème brûlée

1845 Taste Texas

4.5(702 reviews)

11.7 mi

It's been a while since we've been able to stop by 1845, but tonight we made it a point to be at…read morethe bar for happy hour and then dinner. We started off with the smoked wings appetizer which was as close to the old JR's Grill (IYKYK) as we've ever found. Fantastic. We moved on to the smoked prime rib and blackened redfish for dinner. Both were amazing. The smoked prime rib might be the best smoked steak I've ever had, and I've won awards for my smoking talent. The potatoes au gratin were from another universe. So fantastic! Do not sleep on this place, it's one of the best in DFW.

We were near the area and decide to come here for their steak dinner. We enjoyed our dining…read moreexperience here very much! Matt our excellent server has a great sense of humor and welcoming personality. So much that we had to chat with the Manager, Bobby about him. The rib eyed steak - medium rare was scrumptious and the sides: mushrooms, baked potatoes & green beans cooked perfectly. Compliments to their chef/s! With what's happening in the world, the steaks are a little bit on the *ozempic thinner side but we still highly recommend because of the quality. Can't wait to bring our good friends from Arlington, down this way again. We drove over 30 minutes. We came to celebrate life! We left with a happy tummy, an awesome night full of smiles and laughter. Thanks y'all Elsie & Dr Johnson Thequeenofscalp The Floater Doctor

Ambience, Inside

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Vila Brazil - Irving

4.1(554 reviews)

1.2 mi

Absolutely Fantastic. Delicious. Casual decor. Fantastic service. Great management. I was…read moreCOMPLETELY impressed with the whole afternoon/ evening. Fresh, plentiful

Long time patron, first time reviewer lol. We've been coming here for years and if it wasn't…read morebecause we lived so far away, we'd prob eat here every week! They've definitely refreshened up the space; it's still both intimate and good for large parties. It's the food that keeps us coming back. The meat quality is excellent and always cooked perfectly to your taste. Service is always amazing and attentive and if you ever need more of anything just ask. My tip would be, to go light on the salad bar so you can enjoy ALL the cuts of meat. Always leave room for their Flan; so creamy and delicious and eat it with a cup of coffee to finish your meal :) Ps. It doesn't hurt that the price point is prob the best around!

Bigger room

Cappuccino-yummy

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The Brazilian Flan

Pacific Table

4.2(469 reviews)

4.0 mi

Pacific Table is a seafood restaurant in Irving-Las Colinas's Water Street development that…read morecontinues to get better with each visit. I continue to be impressed by the service and the food. And when you combine this with the beautiful spring weather in Texas (March), it's one of the best experiences in all of DFW. My Overall Rating - 5 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return) Atmosphere - If you haven't been to Water Street, go now while the weather is nice (March or October). I'm writing this review in March when the Texas weather is beautiful. While the inside of Pacific Table is elegant with blue booths and white tablecloths, the outdoor seating next to Lake Carolyn creates a view that's almost impossible to find in DFW: fine dining by the water. 1 Star. Service - The service is great. Our server was attentive, helpful, and best of all shared the special of the day. I always ask my server because when they recommend an excellent dish, it means the restaurant puts in the effort to enable them. Mission accomplished. 1 Star. Food - I went with Pacific Table's special of the day: blackened redfish with creole sauce and a vegetable. WOW. This dish was a homerun. The fish was tender, well-seasoned, and the sauce added a creamy component that reminded me of the bayou. As a bonus, my sauteed spinach that I chose as my side was equally delicious. If I wasn't dining in public, I would have licked my plate. 2 Stars. Will I Return? - Yes. Every time I eat at Pacific Table, I try something new and am pleasantly surprised. The combination of service, specials, and amazing Texas spring weather makes this a repeatable restaurant in my rotation. 1 Star.

We came here for a business lunch and it was a great atmosphere for it. The place isn't too loud…read moreand service was attentive. We got a few appetizers, Hiramasa roll was incredible, the yellowtail tuna was fresh and the sushi rice was perfectly cooked and seasoned. Shishito peppers was perfectly charred. For main course, I got the lobster roll with a side of fries. The fries were cooked well with a nice hint of rosemary but the lobster roll was okay. The roll was toasted well but the lobster was underwhelming. It was bland. I wish there were also bigger pieces of lobster meat.