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    The Charles

    4.5 (506 reviews)
    PriceyItalian
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Karen H.

    We had a private event here and loved it! The vibe is instantly cool the moment you walk in the door and we were led through the kitchen to our private room. The room is long and narrow and not super big but beautifully done. The service was phenomenal. The servers memorized our names and would ask if we wanted more of a certain dish. The food itself was delightful. This is one of the best meals I had in Dallas! It's also the best martini I've had, period.

    Wagyu short rib. Looks nothing like the typical short rib, but who cares. Delicious! Repeat repeat repeat.
    Robert C.

    Return or not return? 100% return. One of my rare 5-star reviews. This experience checked every box. Ambiance: love it for a date or business. Cozy without feeling cramped. Tonight was biz. Price: very reasonable for what you get and nice Texas sized portions. Service: excellent. You notice how many staff they have as soon as you walk in. Food: one of the best meals I've had in recent memory. Food is meant to shared here, but being it was a biz meeting and my guest didn't eat octopus, we decided to order solo. The octopus rivaled New York's Avra, and was actually charred unlike some restaurants who use that word, and then it tastes boiled. Will order again. The star of the show. Wagyu short rib. Not your stereotypical short rib, gravy on mashed potatoes. Been there done that. This looked like a skirt steak, but has the (spongy) consistency of Wagyu. What made it was the crust which had a brown sugar type taste and then finished with a noticeable yummy balsamic glaze. Had some leftover to-go bc was stuffed. Kids and my wife all said, "that's really good".

    Jim S.

    Some restaurants serve food. Others create an experience. The Charles absolutely delivered an experience. From the moment we sat down, our server, Chris, made us feel like we were more than another table. He introduced himself, wanted to know our names, asked what brought us in that evening, and genuinely seemed interested in making our dinner memorable rather than simply taking our order. He started by recommending an off-menu Summer Salad, and I'm so glad he did. It was one of the freshest dishes I've had all summer--sweet sautéed peaches, cherry tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, basil, mint, bright lemon, and crunchy focaccia croutons. Every bite tasted like summer. When Chris returned to take our entrée order, I told him something a little different. I don't want to order dinner... I want to experience The Charles. I asked him, "If you were going to show someone what this restaurant is all about--the pastas, the grill, the seafood, the chef's creativity--what would you bring?" He smiled and simply said, "I've got you." I replied, "I'm in your hands, bro." And from that point forward, he absolutely knocked it out of the park. Every course was another surprise. The handmade pork ravioli in a buttery Parmesan sauce was rich without being heavy, with little bursts of olive that perfectly balanced the dish. Then came the handmade twisted pasta in a red sauce that, no exaggeration, made me want to ask for a bowl so I could bathe in it. It was one of those sauces that reminds you how incredible simple ingredients can become in the hands of talented chefs. The braised short rib was unbelievably tender, glazed with a balsamic reduction that was deep and flavorful without overpowering the beef. The shaved Parmesan, sticky shallots, and spinach rounded it out beautifully. The smoked whole Branzino was another standout. Perfectly cooked, delicately smoky, and topped with a bright citrus salsa while resting in a vibrant salsa verde that brought everything together. Every dish had its own personality, yet everything felt connected by thoughtful execution and quality ingredients. Chris never disappeared. He timed every course perfectly, checked in often without hovering, answered questions, and made us feel like guests instead of customers. When you trust someone with your entire dining experience, you're taking a gamble. Tonight, that gamble paid off. If you're the type of person who always orders the same thing, maybe step outside your comfort zone. Ask for Chris. Tell him you want to experience The Charles. Then let him do what he does. You won't regret it.

    Kate G.

    I finally tried The Charles and honestly it lived up to the hype. The vibe is super lively without feeling over the top, and the service felt really attentive without being annoying about it. We ordered a few things to share, but the artichokes were the standout for me, simple but really well done, super flavorful, and one of those dishes you keep going back to without realizing it. Everything else we had was solid too, but that's the one I'd go back for. It's definitely more of a "treat yourself" spot, but for a night out or special occasion, it's worth it. I left full and already thinking about what I'd order next time.

    The bread is great.
    Mike S.

    We had a great dinner with friends at The Charles. It is a little crowded, but the vibe is great and you should have a reservation. Our waiter was super friendly and knew the menu well. He offered a number of great suggestions, all of which hit the mark. The menu is full of delicious Italian fare. The pastas are exceptional.

    Caroline Z.

    What. A. Feast! I have always loved The Charles, and I was so curious/nervous about the renovation, but it did not disappoint!! The interior was very much revamped, with new light fixtures and I think the columns inside are new too. We got a nice comfy booth for the 4 of us, and ordered so much food. The pie was a new one for me--amazing pastry and chock full of chicken and olives and other goodies. My drink was so yummy--apple and cinnamon and spiced pear! Other standouts: the spicy cresti pasta, the focaccia, and the olive oil cake! The BBQ pork jowl was also shockingly good

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    Jhulianna V.

    Went for a date night and it became one of my top 3 restaurants in dallas. Great service, we sat at the speakeasy bar in the back which I loved because it was a more intimate setting and still full service menu. I loved the decoration. Our waiters were excellent in discussing the menu. We sort of felt pushed to do tasting menu by the staff, but ultimately decided to order à la carte. It was an anniversary so they gave us complementary bubbles which was sweet! We started with the drinks which were SO GOOD. I still think about the spritz I ordered. Honestly, everything we ordered was amazing. Some of the highlights were the charred octopus, the melon salad (seasonal) and the crab pesto. But my favorite by far was the dessert. The olive oil cake with coconut ice cream was such a good pairing, especially with the unique texture of the ice cream. Will definitely go again.

    Ashley S.

    Came to celebrate my birthday and my party had a good time! The restaurant offers valet and it's very lively once you step inside. We were able to wait at the bar until our table was ready and there I ordered a hibis-kiss. The drink was ok but very citrus forward so I settled on wine for my drink of choice the remainder of the night. We ordered appetizers of wood fired oysters and we did enjoy them. For mains, I ordered the spicy creste di gallo (recommended by our server) but unfortunately it was citrus heavy. My friend also ordered this (vegan) and even after adding plain red sauce - the citrus was still overpowering. We did try another dish but that was citrus forward as well (maybe it's their thing?). My friend did enjoy her salmon dish, though! We ordered sides of mushrooms and okra and these were great! I do look forward to returning to try out their meat options as I'm sure they'll be good and you can't beat the customer service here as it was out of this world!

    Kurt V.

    I came here for a work event and it was my first time here. I was impressed from the beginning of my valet experience and it only got better from there! The place was beautiful on the inside and the ambiance made for a great experience for our dinner. Please see the photos to see what I am talking about. The service was impeccable. We were a pretty large group and this team took amazing care of us. NEVER a did we feel neglected or forgotten. The food was amazing. We had samplings of just about everything and there was nothing that I would not order again.

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    Sean C.

    Very pretty restaurant on the inside. Easy to pass on the outside if you're not paying attention. Service was spot on. They were very friendly, quick, and everyone seemed to help each other out. Before we even ordered, had a free snack brought to the table of a pepper and cheese. It was a nice start and the cheese was very good. I started with the beef tartare and a wood-fired oyster. For me, the beef tartare was the hand down winner. It had great flavors and the cream sauce to put on top was delicious. My main was the truffle lasagna. I did not realize that it did not have meat when I ordered but was not disappointed with it. The sauce was rich enough to make up for it and every bite was delicious.

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    Paige J.

    This place is amazing, 5 star service, food and drinks. The Charles has a dedicated romantic, fine dining restaurant and a lounge/vibey bar in the back. An unassuming exterior, valet only, perfect date spot. Bartenders care about their craft and put a ton of thought and care into each cocktail. Great wine list, a few countries represented - US, Italy, France etc. Food was high quality, great presentation. Manager deeply cares about customer service and comfort of guests. Locals spot. Expensive spot, but worth it for the quality received.

    Sara G.

    The Charles Dallas should definitely be on your #pescatariantravellist! We had the tuna tartare, octopus, spicy shrimp pasta, and pesto crab pasta and Wowzer! Every dish was insanely good. The tuna tartare was fresh and flavorful, the octopus was perfectly tender, and both pastas were chef's kiss. The pesto crab was rich and buttery, while the spicy shrimp pasta had just the right kick. The vibe? Spot on for a date night--moody, intimate, and effortlessly cool. Great service by Jill!

    Kiana B.

    We went for restaurant week and loved it. Definitely on the lighter side but I wasn't upset it was 3 courses after all. Our reservation was bar setting but we made it last minute so we were just grateful to get in. Bar tenders were really nice and attentive

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    From where are the tomatoes sourced - are they from Italy or American-collected and chemically-ripened?

    Jonathan -- I am not sure but everything we had was very fresh and delicious. I would bet they are east Texas sourced.

    Are there Gluten Free options? One of our guests is on a strict gluten free diet.

    Yes we have several gluten-free options. Also we make our own gluten-free pasta and house that we can sub in on several pasta dishes on the menu.

    Is there outdoor dining available? We are concerned about dining during COVID-19.

    Hi Daniel, thank you for reaching out. We don't currently have any out door seating but if you are concerned we would recommend coming in the earlier part of the week and requesting the lounge. The is much better spacing available in there. Let us… 

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    My first experience here wasn't the best, so I was curious to see how a second visit would compare…read more A friend was moving out of town and wanted to come here, so I decided to give it another try and order completely different dishes. We started with the focaccia bread (5/5). Wow--this might be some of the best bread I've ever had. Perfectly crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and the dip was delicious. I usually try not to fill up on bread before the entrées arrive, but we made sure to finish every bite. We also ordered the burrata salad (5/5), which was a very generous portion and absolutely delicious. I would definitely order it again. For our entrées, my friend and I shared the chicken piccata and the bolognese. The chicken piccata was a 5/5 for me, while the bolognese was a 4.5/5. Both dishes were excellent and I'd happily order either again. This visit was a completely different experience from my first one, and I'm glad I came back. I'd love to return with my husband sometime.

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