The Saint opened in Deep Ellum in 2023, spent two years being slightly too sophisticated for its own neighborhood, and then did what any self-respecting Italian steakhouse would do, which is pick up and move somewhere that matches the energy. It relocated to 1000 N. Riverfront in the Design District in January and the room it moved into is the kind of room that makes you sit up a little straighter without anyone telling you to. You ascend a golden-tiled staircase to get there. At the top, an 18th-century gilt chandelier hangs over a graffiti-covered antique oil portrait tagged by Design District artist Kelly O'Neal. Saints and sinners, in the same sentence, at the same landing, and the whole room operates on this logic. Scalloped booths under a 1920s Parisian glass-domed chandelier casting pink light. Damask wallpaper full of snakes and doves and talismanic symbols. Nearly every seat looks out at the downtown Dallas skyline. It is luxe and gritty and dark and warm all at once and it commits to every one of those things without apology. Executive chef Sergio Esquivel is Dallas-born, trained at the Culinary Institute of America, cooked at Del Frisco's and Georgie and was at one point a personal chef for the Jones family at AT&T Stadium, which is a resume detail I respect enormously and which I am choosing not to read too much into. His menu is Italian steakhouse as a starting point and then immediately more interesting than that. The brisket and foie gras ravioli is a sentence that should not grammatically work and arrives at the table making complete sense. The wild mushroom and black truffle tagliatelle is the kind of pasta that makes you briefly resentful of every other pasta you have eaten recently. The 32-ounce Bistecca alla Fiorentina is a piece of beef presented with the full confidence of a kitchen that knows exactly what it is doing and does not need to explain itself further. The truffle fries made the move from Deep Ellum. Correctly. Some things are non-negotiable. Downstairs is Night Rooster. Upstairs is The Saint. The building at 1000 N. Riverfront is doing something that no single restaurant can do alone, which is give you a reason to come back twice in the same week with completely different expectations and have both of them met. I went up the golden staircase and ate the ravioli and looked at the skyline and thought about how the best rooms always feel like they were built specifically for the evening you happen to be having. This one felt exactly like that. read more

The Saint did not meet our expectations, especially after seeing all the great reviews. The restaurant is beautiful...I loved the ambiance. It's dimly lit, intimate, and overlooks the Dallas skyline...making it a perfect spot for date night. We were seated right at our reservation time, and our server took our drink order immediately. The drinks were strong and tasted great, so the evening started off on the right note. Our waiter recommended a few pasta dishes and appetizers, and we decided to follow his suggestions. We ordered two appetizers and two entrées to share between the two of us. Unfortunately, everything was mediocre and lacked flavor. For the price point, the portion sizes were laughably small. After spending roughly $300, we left hungry and disappointed. I would only recommend coming here for the drinks and the view. read more

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The Saint delivered on all the things--moody ambiance, elevated cocktails, delicious food, and the perfect setting for a night out in Dallas. From the dramatic entrance to every bite in between, this spot knows how to create an experience. The Saint is known for its Italian-inspired steakhouse concept, upscale atmosphere, and Texas-sourced ingredients. Date night approved Great cocktails Delicious food Beautiful ambiance read more

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Had a great experience here. The restaurant is beautiful and sexy and offers a view of the Dallas skyline. Service was perfect and our server, Nic, had great recommendations. Everything was delicious and presented in unique ways. Highly recommend for special occasions. read more

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Had no issues. Good service, greeted with a glass of champagne and our server was very kind. The bone marrow French fries and whipped ricotta were amazing. read more

The Saint - Steakhouses Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Unfortunately my experience here was pretty lackluster. I took my friend here for her birthday and we both left feeling meh about the food and service. The decor, view, and overall ambiance is great! Very beautifully designed restaurant. I'm not sure if my waitress was new but she wasn't very knowledgeable about the menu. I like to ask for their opinion of what to order and she couldn't recommend anything. She was also not friendly or polite. That probably should have been a red flag. We settled on the short rib special and the spaghetti and meatball. The short rib was 90% fat, it was really disappointing and almost inedible. The pasta was very flavorful but could have used more sauce. I enjoyed my cocktail. For the price, I expected an upscale experience, but that's not what we got. read more

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Had a nice dinner tonight! Our server Stephanie was beyond perfect! Attentive, kind and thoughtful! The restaurant is beautiful with a great view of downtown from the design district. Cocktails were spot on--the carafe smoked old fashioned had enough smoke to be intriguing without being overpowering. The wine list also seemed better than many in the area. On to eats -- I am an absolute fan girl for a good wedge salad. This one hits all the notes. Cold, crisp, crunchy, with all the right accoutrements. Be still, my beating heart. For our main, my lover and I split the pork chop. This was an absolute beauty. So perfectly cooked and displayed in such a lovely way, begging to be devoured. Double cut, double delish. The charred Brussels sprouts were a lovely accompaniment. And...after reading all about them, we got the bone marrow fries. It feels like a bit of misnomer to call them that. The fries are undoubtedly tasty. And the spectacle of a person using a torch to melt what is most likely an herb butter that has been placed into a bone onto fries is fun and unique, but it isn't just marrow being melted with a torch onto fries. Let's just call them what they are. We were too stuffed for dessert, so Stephanie was kind enough to have a limoncello sip made for us to finish out the meal. Overall, spectacular staff and service (Stephanie made the evening), great views, and good food (if a bit overreaching on what is being presented). My only other thought is that prices are a bit of an overreach as well. read more

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Came with my friend for a Galentine's dinner and we had a thoroughly good time! The restaurant is beautifully decorated with a mini view of Dallas. Our server, Stephanie, was amazing! She provided an excellent overview of the menu and provided recommendations (if you ever come try to sit in her section)! I started out with the Endless Pit of Desire and this was a delicious drink - made perfectly! I love Buffalo Trace so on my next trip, I'll have to try a drink with that. We ordered appetizers of Caviar Bites (x2) and Whipped Ricotta. Then we ate the Ricotta Gnudi - I enjoyed the duck/duck skin in the pasta but wish the carrots were cooked a little bit more - dipping the pasta in their crunchy bread made the dish better! My main included - Prawn Scampi - and I enjoyed it. The prawn was cooked good and the noodles were settled nicely in the sauce. My only complaint would be the saltiness of the dish. The Bone Marrow fries, as a side, is a nice touch! We did enjoy the fries as the marrow added very tasty notes! We ended with some desserts - flan and zucchini cake - I enjoyed the flan but the zucchini cake was different but enjoyable. Overall, this was an amazing place and we had a good time. I'll definitely return! read more

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The Saint in Dallas is everything you want in an upscale Italian steakhouse. Elegant, intimate, and flawlessly executed from start to finish. From the moment you walk in, the ambiance sets the tone: dim lighting, romantic energy, and a refined atmosphere that feels perfect for a special night out. What truly sets The Saint apart, though, is the phenomenal service. Attentive without being intrusive, knowledgeable, and genuinely warm. The staff made us feel taken care of from start to finish. You can tell hospitality here is a priority. If you're looking for an upscale, romantic Italian steakhouse in Dallas that delivers on food, service, and atmosphere, The Saint exceeds expectations. Worth every penny and absolutely deserving of five stars. I'll definitely be back. read more

The Saint - Steakhouses Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Really bad dinner overall. The steak tasted like it was marinated in only salt for weeks. They also changed the mushrooms; they tasted weird. They used to be crispy and caramelized and something you talked about. Now it was flavorless and gross. Wine was even a bit funky. Just a bummer overall as I gave the first location 5 stars and said it was "the best dinner I've had in Dallas." This just isnt the same restaurant. On the positive side, the Bartenders were kind and staff seemed well trained, but the food was a drastic notch below the first location. We won't ever go back. read more

Very beautiful lively restaurant however unfortunately the service and food were not as expected. The drink was also just okay. I believe they still need some improvement in service and food criteria for being a newer restaurant. We went here to celebrate my husband's birthday and unfortunately the experience was not what we were hoping for and although they did try to make up for it I am not sure we will be back in the near future however I am hoping they continue to work on improving their food and service as they do have a strong potential. read more

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I really liked this place! Valet is fast and efficient, service is excellent and very pleasant! Ambience works for date night or girls/friends dinner but is more on romantic side. We tried couple of appetizers: caviar bites and whipped cream ricotta and both were good, we also had a pasta with duck which was okay, when you order French fries as a side they burn bone marrow on top which creates an experience and adds tasty notes to the French fries, I ordered filet and it was cooked as I asked. I also enjoyed couple of drinks one from the menu and one I asked the bartender to surprise me and both were good! Overall great experience and Stephanie our waitress was great! read more

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Came here for happy hour oysters. It was a little confusing bc they have a better price oyster menu for Sunday. It's a small happy hour menu during the weekday. Everything we ordered was pretty tasty! Let's start off with the Parker rolls. It was a very interesting presentation. The candle melts and it is the dipping sauce. We were told it's very popular. Probably wouldn't get it again bc it's too fattening taste for me. Oysters are fresh! I forgot which pasta dish but it was VERY GOOD!!! Service was good as they were transiting to shift change. It is a pretty dark setting in the restaurant. read more

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Outstanding service and the restaurant had a very eclectic and unique decor style as well. The food also was pretty good overall. The bao buns had a great flavor but the meat was quite tough. The ceasar salad dressing was unique but not amazing. The whipped ricotta had good spice and sweetness. The steak was absolutely delicious and the ravioli were good but not worth the price in my opinion. Overall I would love to return to try more and The Saint definitely met my expectations. read more

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The food was amazing, but we had such a negative experience we won't be going back. Waited over an hour for our food, silverware was dirty, waiter forgot drink orders, and to end the night, they brought out drinks in flute glasses for us all. I'm pregnant, asked what the drink was, and the waiter told me it was non -alcoholic. My friend across the table asked what kind of wine it was and the waiter said prosecco. Definitely not non-alcoholic, and really the last straw. We tried to talk to a manager but he couldn't have cared less. We will not be returning. read more

I genuinely don't throw this around lightly, but The Saint in Dallas is a full-blown experience. From the second you walk in, it feels like you've stepped into a dimly lit, velvet-draped dream where every detail was curated with intention. It's moody, magnetic, and just the right amount of dramatic. The kind of place that makes you sit up straighter and order another cocktail. If you're looking for a date night spot that feels elevated without being stiff, this is it. It's upscale but still electric. Romantic but buzzing. Sophisticated without trying too hard. Let's talk food. We started with the Caesar salad, and I know that sounds basic, but this was not your average side-of-the-menu Caesar. It was crisp, decadent, perfectly dressed, and unapologetically bold. The kind of salad that makes you question why you ever order anything else to start. The cocktails? Unreal. Liquid luxury. The dirty martini was icy, briny perfection with that sharp, clean finish that makes you close your eyes after the first sip. The porn star martini was playful, sultry, and dangerously smooth. Sweet but balanced. Dramatic but refined. Both felt like they were crafted by someone who truly respects the art of a cocktail. For an appetizer, we ordered the Duck Pasta and I'm still thinking about it. Rich, savory, indulgent in the best way. The duck was tender and deeply flavorful, and the pasta wrapped everything together like a warm, luxurious hug. It was the kind of dish that makes the table go quiet for a minute because everyone's too busy enjoying it. Then came the mains. The 8oz filet was buttery, melt-in-your-mouth perfection. Cooked exactly right, with that beautiful sear on the outside and a center so tender it practically dissolved. The ribeye? Bold, juicy, full of flavor with that perfect marbling that makes every bite better than the last. And the bone marrow fries. I need a moment. Crispy, indulgent, unapologetically decadent. They took something already elite and somehow elevated it into pure comfort-meets-luxury territory. We paired it all with a bottle of Cabernet that tied everything together like the final note in a perfectly composed symphony. Safe to say, I was beyond impressed. The service was polished, the ambiance was intoxicating, and every single dish felt intentional and elevated. This isn't just dinner. It's a night out that feels special. I will absolutely be back. And probably dreaming about those fries until then. read more

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Steak was good. Appetizer presentation was a highlight of the meal. Oyster were missing basic dressings like lemons and salt. Service would disappointing at best. We rarely received refills and want to order more bar drinks but couldn't find anyone to order from. Whose dumb idea was it to open the window blinds in a dark restaurant? We were excited to experience the vibe created by dark walls and dramatic stair entrance only to be ravaged by sunlight at our odd table. Then The Saint staff decided to double down and open all the shades. It was like falling asleep at 4 am and being woken up hungover. Fun... To add insult The Saint applied an automatic 20% gratuity for a family of 6 to reward the deplorable service. What an insult. By the end of the night we disappointed that this is where we chose to have dinner. read more

The Saint - Appetizer rolls and sunlight - Steakhouses Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Wow Let's start with size parking. They do offer valet. We had the pleasure of meeting Stephanie G, and she was awesome. This is a nice restaurant for a date night or meeting with friends. The decor is very classy and lovely. The music selection was great. I enjoyed every song playing. The entire staff was attentive the whole time. We did have a reservation and received a text to confirm It is dark inside, so getting the proper lighting for a pic was hard, but everything we ordered was delicious. They spaced it out so we could enjoy every bite. There was no rush Here's what we ordered : I might have gotten a few names wrong but I was busy enjoying the meal Texas Wagyu brisket & foie gras potstickers Sicilian margarita - DELICIOUS Main lobster arancini Whipped ricotta Saint salad Cacio epepe Brisket ravioli Wagyu Nat strip 8oz Lamb chops Whipped Yukon gold potatoes Bone in bone read more

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We had reservations right at 5pm on a Saturday because we had a show to catch at 7:30 at the symphony theater. The host and waitress (Stephanie) were so nice and automatically took that into consideration even though we never even asked. The service was fantastic! Stephanie was a great waitress, super knowledgeable and friendly! The whole wait staff was incredible our glasses were always full and everyone was very nice! The food was delicious as well! The burrata was maybe the best I've ever had! My steak was a top 5 steak and my girlfriend liked her duck piccata! We really like cheesecake so we got that for dessert even though we were so full. It was spectacular as well! Everything was awesome and I would definitely recommend and hope to be back again! read more

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5.0 Saint Italian Steakhouse gets it right--on every level. From the moment you walk in, the vibe is a 10/10. Dim lighting, classy decor, and an energy that lets you know you're about to have a great meal. The menu is a perfect mix of Italian comfort and high-end steakhouse execution. We ordered steak, pasta, and sides, and not a single item missed. The steak was tender and seasoned beautifully, pasta tasted homemade, and the sides were just as memorable. Even the cocktails were next level. Service deserves its own shoutout--our server was knowledgeable, personable, and made great recommendations. You can tell the team here cares about the guest experience. If you're on the fence--don't be. Go. You'll thank me later. read more

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The 12oz Wagyu Ribeye!!!! My goodness so tasty. I love a steak that's not submerged in a sauce, but comes out so flavorful. This steak was cooked absolutely perfect. We had it medium rare and I'd go back ASAP just to have it all again. We came here for a couples date night, and this restaurant is perfect for it. Very dim and sexy. Everyone but one loved their food and I call that a win! The short rib looked absolutely beautiful. The bone marrow fries are lovely. I wasn't really impressed with my broccolini, which is why I knocked off a star. I always look forward to a yummy broccolini, and this really let me down. My friend ordered the 6oz wagyu gold filet, it was cooked perfectly, but lacked flavor. When I go back, I'm ordering the 12oz wagyu again and all the pastas! The cacio e pepe and the gnocchi bolognese was calling my name. read more

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The food was great, the service was quick and the wait staff is attentive. I came here for my birthday. We ordered the bone marrow fries, waygu steak, and tortellini. Everything was very tasty, but I do wish the portions were larger. We ordered the white chocolate cheesecake for dessert and it was absolutely massive and delicious! I wish their entrees were as large as their cake slices! I also wish they had a dessert menu, but because they only have 3 options, there isn't any menu. The restaurant has intimate and quite vibes. I gave 4 stars because they were all out of the ravioli and that's what I came there for specifically. They could also use some background music to add a little ambiance. It was awkwardly quiet, but it was also a Sunday night, so maybe that's why. They offer complimentary valet parking, which is a must when you're downtown. read more

The Saint - Steakhouses Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Interesting place. Very dark inside but still an upbeat mood. Salem took care of us. She did a phenomenal job. Definitely order the Texas Wagyu Tartare, it was the show of the apps. I would stay away from a common order, Maine Lobster Arancini (fried lobster risotto), there is no lobster....it wasn't bad, just not a show stopper. We ordered the Braised Texas Wagyu Short Ribs as an appetizer and we are so happy we did, they were perfection!! Order the sauce on the side. The Short Ribs have to be the best thing on the menu. Force & Grace was a nice wine pair with our dinner. A 2021 Paso Robles Cab with a fair amount of tannins. I ordered the prime rib eye and it's in my top 5 steaks. Tender meat, perfectly cooked and seasoned. Overall fantastic experience. Thanks Salem and The Saints! read more

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I gave this place two tries and the second visit was a hit! First, the vibe is very chill and stylish. The location is hidden off Gaston with just a black door. When you enter there are eye painting everywhere which is kind of cool. Lights are dim and they have designated seating at the bar and bar adjacent. Larger tables throughout the venue for bigger parties. I really thought the atmosphere was chic. The drinks were by far my favorite. Try the one with Mezcal! Delicious. The food was OK. Perhaps that was my fault since it is branded as a steakhouse and I ordered the Cacio e Pepe and hamachi. Next visit I will try the steak. According to the bartender, the burger is one of the best in Dallas! The bone marrow drizzled on the fries appeared to be mostly butter. I didn't really taste the bone marrow, but still good. read more

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my partner made a reservation for us on a friday evening & to my surprise, it wasn't as busy as i expected it to be. upon entering, we were kindly greeted and welcoming. our server was very nice and thoroughly explained the menu to us. he gave us menu recommendations and highlighted that they were launching an asian fusion menu. he even gave us two glasses of champagne! my partner and i ordered a cesar salad, merrill mushrooms, and a wagyu ribeye. before the steak arrived, our server allowed us to choose our knife! this was a unique experience since i've never done this before at other steak restaurants. the cesar salad was a bit too heavy on the dressing, however, my partner absolutely loved it. the merrill mushrooms were pretty disappointing. by marking it a tempura, it completely masked the potential/capability of what merrill's can truly taste like. the steak with the bearnaise sauce was truly the star of the show. it did come out a bit too rare but upon making a comment about it, they re grilled it to perfection. the juices and flavors of the dish meshed so well and every bite i took, there was an explosion of yumminess. overall, i would definitely come back! the service was great. the ambiance was nice, although the music choice was not very befitting. i would recommend this restaurant to friends and family. read more

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Food, Service and Ambiance was AMAZING!!! The Saint is the kind of place you go when you want consistency and a memorable dinner. I'll definitely be back. read more

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A pretty standard 3-star experience overall at this Design District spot. The venue itself is absolutely beautiful with an eclectic, high-end look and an interesting "saints and sinners" theme. However, the service was a bit slow during the evening rush and the steaks didn't quite hit the exceptional mark we expected for the venue. A fine option if you're looking for a moody lounge atmosphere for drinks, but the dining execution left some room for improvement. read more

I loved my visit to the Saint for a progressive dinner. Our waitress was excellent. I ordered the redfish which was crispy and delicious. I will be back. The restaurant is dimly lit and romantic. read more

The Saint is one of those spots that somehow still flies under the radar. Every time I go, the service is spot-on and the food never misses. Don't skip the appetizers here they're some of the best bites of the night! The steaks are well seasoned and to temp, and the ambiance is classy and comfortable...it is also surprisingly easy to get a reservation, which makes it even better. read more

My steak and eggs were the best I have ever had. The eggs were so light. I wish the musicians stayed a little longer. We pretty much had the whole resturant to ourselves. I came for a birthday brunch with a table of 10. Places wasn't busy so that was great. Bartender was very nice and attentive read more

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Management has reached out to me on several occasions to address the concerns I expressed both at the restaurant and in my Yelp review. Their responsiveness and efforts to remedy the issues I identified are highly commendable. They Have earned a repeat visit. read more

What an incredible night of dining for us a this gem of an Italian steakhouse. We chose to sit at the bar which wound up being a great decision because the insight we got from the bartenders on the food was insane. We started with the bread and beef tallow candle. It's actually candle that melts and you dip the bread in to soak up the rich flavor. We got oysters, which were solid. The Italian onion soup was packed with flavor and just delicious, definitely a must try. We also had the caviar, twice! We were able to get it on tiny baked potatoes! The brisket ravioli is something I have yet to see at any other resturant, and it didn't disappoint. The hand made fresh rigatoni was also a star dish. I easily could have had multiple dishes of both. The Texas wagyu ribeye was unreal. I've had plenty of ribeye before but this steak just crushed it!! I also got to order the burger which the bartender recommended and is off menu. Let me tell you, it was a damn good burger. I'd order that burger every single time I'm there. Overall this is a must go resturant for me. The hospitality from the manager and the bartender Buddy was unmatched. Everybody behind the bar made the meal that much better. I cannot wait to get back here. read more

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Came here on a Saturday for a date night and overall had a pretty good experience. It was a little empty when we arrived at 6:45 pm and I was easily able to push my reservation back by 15 minutes which worried me a bit, however the crowd picked up closer to 7 pm. For drinks I started with a cosmopolitan martini which was delicious and perfectly balanced and I was so excited to see Franciacorta being offered by the glass so that was my second drink! For appetizer we started with 1/2 dozen oysters and the lobster arancini. The oysters were great and nice and fresh. Loved the lobster arancini and was happy with the amount of lobster meat! For entrees we ordered a Filet Mignon, Rigatoni Carbonara, Brussel Sprouts and Bone Marrow Fries. The filet was good but a bit salty. The rigatoni was also good but it was definitely lacking on the pancetta flavor and just a few too many peas. The Brussel sprouts were also good but it had something that made it entirely too creamy which made the dish a bit heavy which kind of defeats the purpose of having a vegetable. The bone marrow fries were the high list of the meal - SO GOOD. For dessert I was disappointed they only had two options. We got the dark chocolate creme brûlée and it was just average -- dark chocolate and custard just don't go together. All in all we had a good experience, but not a GREAT experience. read more

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We came to celebrate a promotion on a Thursday for their steak and whiskey night. We had 5 courses paired with 5 drinks courtesy of Lockwood Distilling. The food was delicious and the drinks were stellar! We had a reservation but it was not busy and the service was speedy. The lighting was dim but the music was louder than I would have liked and did not match their aesthetic in my opinion. The decor was tasteful. Overall a great night, I would recommend pacing yourself on the drinks! read more

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I had my heart set on dining at The Saint but our experience turned out to unfortunately be bittersweet. Our waitress was absent quite a bit, meanwhile, the waiter at the next table was constantly present and had high energy; we found ourself wishing we could trade waiters by the middle of dinner. The food was okay, but the long waits in between courses turned our anticipation at times into being uncomfortable. Sadly, it took so long to get the sides of our dinner, we sent items back because they were cold. We had the rolls, a Caesar and a mixed green salads, the mushroom risotto, brussel sprouts, a ribeye and scallops. Overall, our high hopes of a great evening fell considerably short because of the long waits between drinks and courses, it really could have been a great evening. read more

Ambience is very nice, dark, cool and just the right music to provide excitement for dinner, but still able to talk. Got the old and fashionable cocktail, nice clear ice with a luxardo cherry and orange peel. Texas wagyu ribeye was cooked perfectly to medium rare. Nice crust from the char, sauce was good. Yukon gold potatoes with roasted garlic and crispy onions was amazing. I was super excited for the white asparagus, the top 2/3 cooked al dente. The bottom 1/3 was very fibery. The manager came by to check and I let him know to inform the chef, hopefully they change up prep based on the quality of the ingredients. They were very professional and removed the asparagus from the bill. Thank you, respect to management. For an italian steakhouse, love the concept. I know they will continue to get better. Service was also very nice, gentleman waiter was very nice and kept noticing my table light kept going out. read more

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Saturday night we're in the neighborhood for a Flamenco event. Looking for a place nearby and came across this. Pricy for a spur-of-the-moment dinner, but the night was magical up to that point, so why not dive into the deep end and see what happens? I can report that it was mostly positive! First, I checked online and it seems we could get a reservation in the bar, lounge or main dining room within 15 minutes. Knowing that, I decided to just drive over and do a walk in, as I had no clue where I would want to sit. We valet parked, walked in and were greeting by a nice hostess who pointed out the various spaces and said we could have our pick. Nothing happening in the lounge, bar was of course bar seating (high chairs) so we went for main dining room and were placed at a two top near the back of the house. Not great as all I could see was the back wall, but there wasn't much to look at people-wise as it was a very light Saturday night for 8:30. As for ambiance, it's dark, dark walls, floor, ceiling... very much a 40's speakeasy feel. I loved it. Our hostess turned out to be our waitress, which was good as she was personable, and knew about a few things on the menu, to help guide us. It was late so we decided we would just do some shared plates. Started with whipped ricotta served with some hot honey drizzled over it and pepper flakes. Toasted bread was perfect. This dish was 5 I had a half dozen gulf oysters. Mississippi I think she said. They were tasty- I prefer gulf oysters for their full flavor- but they were very small. Served with some interesting "sauce"- rose mignonette... which is generally made with finely minced shallots, cracked black pepper, and vinegar, often red or white wine vinegar or champagne vinegar. I know this is the stuff of high end dining, but I would have preferred a red cocktail sauce with a bit too much horseradish. When it comes to oysters I'm traditional that way. And while Pappadeaux generally offers both with their oysters, I tend to skip the fancy stuff, and either have them raw by sliding them into my mouth, with the juice, directly from the shell, or dunking in that overly hot cocktail sauce. I'm going 3 here. Maybe it's just me. Probably. Next up was the Gorgonzola Tortellini. I'm not going into detail here. I'm just giving it 5 and saying don't miss this! It was the highlight of our meal. Amazing! One to the entree: Pan Seared Diver Scallops. 4 scallops as I recall. Creamy mascarpone polenta, Wagyu bacon jam. I'm quite mixed on this dish. I love real scallops. But even if these were real, it was had to tell as they were very small cubes, and chewy. The bacon jam was a nice touch. The best thing about this dish was the "garnish" they called mascarpone polenta. It was 3 clumps of arugula with seemingly thin crunchy strips of parmesan on a bed of mascarpone. I would love to have a full salad of that! It was delicious. The scallops themselves just were underwhelming. Especially at $38. 3 As a side we had the Mac and cheese. We were warned about its sharpness. After the Gorgonzola tortellini it seems fairly ordinary. Not sharp at all. And we were sold on it because we love sharp aged cheese. If it's for crystals forming, I want it! I'm going to say skip this and try something else. 2 For desert, a wonder chocolate pana cotta. If it were not so chilled I might go higher than 4 In summation, there is a lot I like here. I suspect if I lived in the area I'd want to find my groove with this menu as I bet some of our poor choices could be replaced with better choices. After tip we were just north of $200.00. And remember we had one entree. I should mention the valet just handed us our key and didn't even bother to point out our car. Which was close by, but seriously, bring up the car, ope the door for the lady, and I've got a nice tip for you. Just hand me my keys and continue your convo with the other guy standing there? Not so much. read more

I made a reservation for Saturday evening and first off I immediately fell in love with the atmosphere of this place! Luxurious, classy and dim lighting for a perfect date night. My fiancé and I ordered the ricotta cheese appetizer and filet mignon's with a side of Mac and cheese and papas bravas. Be careful because they definitely mean bravas!! Everything was so good, I think the filet mignon is a must try. The sauce it comes with pairs perfectly. The service was also top notch, our server's recommendations were very good and never let my glass of water get empty which I noticed and highly appreciated! Lovely dining experience read more

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The service is fantastic and above and beyond! Let's start with the bar. The bartenders are so skilled and knowledgeable. Their drinks taste almost multidimensional because they incorporate your sense of smell first flavor second flavors and after taste. They take so much pride in their work and speaking of pride in your work so do the chefs. The chefs are eager to receive feedback on their dishes, so I wonder if they improve their dishes overtime. I was just so impressed that when the staff asked how you enjoyed your meal, they literally want to know how you felt about it. Speaking of staff once again they are so attentive and so friendly. They even comped us for an appetizer we didn't like. Your drinks will be readily refilled, table cleaned in between courses, etc, etc. the entire staff works hard. Their bone marrow fries are delicious. The chocolate mousse with caramel and pistachio is so good. Their pasta is so good. The ambiance is great for a date night with the dallas skyline! read more

I've had this spot on my list for a while and finally visited last night. Inside was dark. I liked all the booths. Our waitress was great. She was very friendly and not pushy. Gave us time to talk. The carbonara was lick the plate good. But, I did have some issues. Drinks were incredibly expensive. The salad was over dressed, good dressing but too much. My friend found her food too salty. At this places price point, these things were just annoying. read more