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    Rex's Seafood and Market

    4.5 (303 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    REX'S SEAFOOD AND MARKET ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating
    Happy hour specials

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    Smoked Salmon Appetizer
    Arun P.

    Everything about our visit was nothing short of amazing. The drinks, food and most importantly the service. High five!!! The cocktails were strong, well-balanced, and expertly crafted. I casually mentioned to our server that I should've ordered my second drink without the sugar syrup and without hesitation, he had it remade to my liking. That level of attentiveness and proactive service is rare and truly commendable. Kudos to Rex's for genuinely taking care of their guests. Tried the tuna nachos, smoked salmon appetizer and the redfish with beans & cheesy grits. Everything tasted exceptional. The restaurant is conveniently located, with ample parking and a warm, inviting decor. A quick tip: make a reservation, as it tends to get busy every day of the week. Pricing: It's not inexpensive, but absolutely worth it for the high-quality food and top-tier service. Will I return? Without a doubt - absolutely!

    THE SOFT SHELL CRAB!  Mamma Mia!  So good.
    LeeAnne W.

    We dined with friends who just moved to the area and we love a good seafood house and Rex's in North Dallas did not disappoint. You absolutely cannot go wrong with the fresh oysters and the massive variety! They place a label so that you know which type of oysters you are eating. They were delightful with the beautiful mignonette sauce. So good. We also shared appetizers including crawfish hushpuppies, fried oysters and the tuna nachos. My favorite was the tuna nachos. They were super! When we were there, they were offering fried soft shell crab as one of the specials. When they have soft shell crab.....YOU MUST GET THE SOFT SHELL CRAB! However, my husband got the halibut that was also a special and it was outstanding. The sides were really good. Hubby got red beans and rice and sauteed spinach and I got the spinach and the cheesy grits. I was very impressed by the beans and rice. Good beans always make hubs happy! We both ordered the blood orange mule cocktail and it was strong enough and delicious! The service was very friendly and the ambiance is just what you would expect and very clean throughout. Next time, I want to order some items from the seafood market within. Absolutely everything looked divine. I will be back!

    Easy breezy sipping on Rosè while I wait for my table!
    Myrna R.

    What have I been missing all this time?! I travel to Dallas often for business, and as always, I'm on the hunt for the best local spots to try. A good friend recommended Rex's and told me I had to check it out--I'm so glad I listened! The vibe is casual yet refined--humble, but with a touch of sophistication. I didn't have a reservation (Resy showed no availability), but since I was dining solo, I decided to take a chance and go anyway. The hostess at the front was incredibly kind and assured me she'd take care of me right away. She offered me a drink while I waited, and I went with a glass of rosé. I sat outside and sipped peacefully, and within minutes, she had a table ready for me. The place was packed! As I walked to my table, I glanced around--left, right--and everything looked amazing. I treated myself to a bottle of Prosecco, half a dozen oysters, the tuna nachos, and the sea bass with sautéed spinach, rice, and red beans. Everything was absolutely divine. I took my time, popped in my AirPods, and caught up on Real Housewives of Atlanta while enjoying every bite. I seriously can't wait to come back!

    Seafood pasta
    Carissa C.

    My family and I were in town and loved our dinner at Rex's. We had no reservations but were immediately seated even during a fairly busy weekend. We first split their ceviche which was very refreshing. We also tried their blackened redfish, seafood pasta, and wedge salad. Their portions are huge! The redfish especially was very tender and flavorful. The staff was very friendly and attentive, and it's a beautifully decorated restaurant without it being too fancy. Would absolutely recommend Rex's!

    Something like a French 75
    Johnetta H.

    I would say this was a good choice for fish and seafood. I enjoyed my cocktail which was a twist to my fav French 75. Lobster bisque and tuna tacos for appetizers were really good. I got the red fish, red beans & rice, and broccoli for entree. The red fish didn't taste seasoned at all, not even salt. The broccoli was heavy on the garlic but tasty. Loved the red beans & rice. For dessert I had the fudge pie which was pretty good. I'd come back and try something different next time.

    Oysters
    Lauren H.

    For a market style restaurant it was really good. But being from Louisiana and having high expectations, that's what gave it 4 instead of 5 stars. Staff was great, very tentative and knew their menu, red beans were okay, but oysters were delicious. Could have used a larger portion of cocktail sauce for a dozen

    Chilean Sea Bass, cucumber and tomato salad (needed more dressing & seasoning), sautéed spinach topped with fresh parm.

    Food was served warm, well seasoned, and presentation was really nice. The ambiance gives the vibe of family can bring the children, date night will for go right, and men or women can have their individual night and FEEL WELCOMED. Service was Fantastic! This was my first time to dine at Rex with my friend Carrie and I must say, it was a wonderful experience

    Caesar salad
    Joanna M.

    This location is in a shared plaza with shared parking. There is a decent amount of parking. While they were busy we were able to get a table right away. You can order fish from their market, there is a full bar and the option for outdoor seating. The interior is cute with netlike light fixtures. It has a relaxing vibe. The service was good but our server did have to come back and ask a couple of questions about our order. The Caesar was good but the dressing was a little light. The swordfish was good and I liked the sauce it was cooked in. The coconut shrimp was excellent. I also enjoyed the red beans and rice. It was a bit pricey but the portions were good sized. It was a solid meal.

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    Excellent service and outstanding very fresh seafood. Wait staff very accommodating and helpful suggestions on features

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    It was the first time to eat at the restaurant. Mood in this restaurant was very casual. The food was superb.

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    A most worthy pescatarian destination. Light-filled upscale but relaxed dining room and great menu.

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    Ask the Community - Rex's Seafood and Market

    Is the NW Hwy location fairly casual (summertime shorts) or is it more dress-up?

    Yes, casual. No dress code

    Do they have a full bar?

    I believe the new location does as it is in a larger space. The Farmer's Market location does not have a full bar, only beer and wine.

    Do they have a gluten free breading option?

    We do not carry any gluten free breading options at the moment. I haven't found one that we are in love with! However, we can prepare any fish any way you like it to match your dietary needs. We try to keep everything simple and to the point. Salt… Read more

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