Best Authentic Restaurants in South Dallas

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1. The Mayors House By Selda

4.7

Exceptional(293)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Oak Cliff

Booked 19 times today

The Mayor’s House By Selda is NOW OPEN! A full service restaurant in the historic The Mayors House home in Bishop Arts District in Dallas’ Oak Cliff. Led by acclaimed chef, Habip Kargin, and serving delicious dishes, kebab, a variety of fish, pilaf, pide, pistachio desserts, and more! We have a patio off the front of the restaurant where we offer hookah. We also have a small patio upstairs with great downtown views. Downstairs we have a full bar, a place for special events.

2. PANE NOSTRO

4.6

Exceptional(142)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Oak Cliff

Please Note: No separate checks. We accept up to four credit cards per table. A service charge of 20% will be added to parties of 6 or more. Come to Italy without leaving DFW. Located in our "Casa" in Dallas Bishop Arts District, we feature a classic Italian menu that is not region specific but rather explores the whole of Italy. From classic antipasti such as calamari and burrata, scratch made pastas, and delicious entrees including Tagliatelle Bolognese, Chicken Picatta, Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe and more. We also offer gluten free pastas. We proudly offer a mainly Italian wine list and also a full bar with signature Italian inspired cocktails. Pane Nostro provides a charming, authentic Italian dining experience with beautiful surroundings inside and out. Eat, drink and enjoy. We take great pride in family traditions and are pleased to serve you fine Italian cuisine from our time-honored recipes. We look forward to welcoming you soonCi vediamo presto!

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3. Restaurant Beatrice

4.5

Awesome(363)

Price: Expensive

• Creole / Cajun / Southern • Oak Cliff / Bishop Arts

Booked 7 times today

James Beard Award Finalist for "Best New Restaurant" in the US. "Restaurant of the Year" by Eater Dallas and "Best New Restaurants" by D Magazine. Restaurant Beatrice is a contemporary Cajun/Creole restaurant that celebrates the magic of Louisianan cuisine and hospitality. Find yourself sitting amidst a fleur-de-lys wallpapered dining room in a renovated charming Craftsman home as you enjoy a seasonal, changing menu originating from the creativity and heirloom recipes of Cajun Chef Michelle Carpenter.Beatrice achieved Platinum Level Green Business Certification with the city. Operations make considerations for the environment, all people, and our community. We work closely with local farmers and we compost 100% of food waste. Nearly everything is scratch-made, from andouille sausage to citrus stock used in drinks. Serving traditional dining indoor and seafood boils on the patio, our mission is Bienvenue to All!

4. The Mexican

4.7

Exceptional(1038)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mexican • Design District

Booked 86 times today

We are craftsmen of Mexican food and drink, serving heritage recipes for beloved Mexican favorites from generations past, evolved through bold flavors, and made with the highest quality ingredients.

5. Purepecha

4.9

Exceptional(161)

Price: Very Expensive

• Mexican • Deep Ellum

Offering a 4 course tasting menu in the front dining room and a 7 course tasting menu in the communal chefs kitchen table. The menu showcases dishes of Michoacan, Mexico featuring both traditional and international ingredients, flair and flavors. Experience brought to you by chef Regino Rojas, multi time nominated chef for James Beard Award and numerous accolades all together. Purepecha was named Best Tasting Menu by D Magazine August 2024 issue, named Best Restaurant by D magazine December 2023 issue. Please contact us directly for groups up to 14 people. Due to the nature of the menu we are unable to accommodate vegan, vegetarian or pescatarian, these requests will not be accepted. Thank you for understanding.Policy: No shows, cancellations and size of party changes with less than 72 hours notice will be charged a $120-$180 cancellation fee per person. All changes must be done online. By reserving you acknowledge that you respect our policy.

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6. El Carlos Elegante

4.8

Exceptional(75)

Price: Expensive

• American • West Dallas

Booked 30 times today

El Carlos Elegante is a Mexican-inspired eatery that is open for dinner service and showcases beloved Latin cooking traditions through the chef team’s talent and creativity. Patrons can enjoy large cuts of high-end, Argentinian-style wood-fired meats and fish, a stunning crudo selection, house-made tortillas, as well as traditional masa-based dishes relevant to the heart of Mexico. The restaurant also features a seasonal craft cocktail menu and a standout Mezcal program, as well as a global list of wines and champagnes.

7. Tei-An

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4.8

Exceptional(21)

Price: Very Expensive

• Japanese • Arts District

Booked 17 times today

Chef Teiichi Sakurai, well-known as the founder of Teppo (1995) and Tei Tei (1998), opened Tei-An in 2008 at One Arts Plaza. Chef Sakurai continues the pursuit of introducing authentic Japanese culinary culture to Dallas through ancient techniques and years of mastering the fragile and sophisticated soba noodle. Called "The crown jewel of Japanese dining in Dallas" by former Dallas Morning News restaurant critic Leslie Brenner, Tei-An continues to induct diners into the art of dining at a traditional, yet modern, Japanese soba noodle house.

8. Dolce Riviera

4.5

Awesome(1463)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Uptown

Booked 45 times today

Inspired by summer vacations along the Italian Riviera, the scent of fresh lemon trees, the Italian fashion, the sea breeze, and the unmatched taste of fresh pasta paired with full bodied wines.

9. The Rustic Dallas

4.4

Awesome(40)

Price: Moderate

• American • Uptown

Booked 22 times today

At The Rustic, we proudly serve American food with a culinary flair. Every dish is crafted from fresh ingredients right in the heart of Dallas. Enjoy a diverse selection of authentic Texas beers, wines, and spirits, or handcrafted mocktails. Come by for great food and live music, and soak in the vibrant ambiance from our award-winning patio. For larger group dining of more than ten, just give our team a call-we're here to help make your gathering a memorable one!

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10. La Stella Cucina Verace

4.8

Exceptional(793)

Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Arts District

Booked 16 times today

Italian owned and operated, La Stella Cucina Verace is Dallas’ highest rated fine dining Italian restaurant. We serve Italian regional favorite dishes with a modern flare in a luxury dining setting. We have live music on weekends, an impressive wine list, incredible signature cocktails, and of course, impeccable desserts to make your visit a most memorable one. From home made pastas, to aged steaks, and fresh seafood, we want our guests to have a truly authentic Italian experience in the heart of Dallas.*We are a cashless restaurant. For your convenience, we accept all major credit and debit cards.*Valet parking is available every night conveniently in front of our restaurant.

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Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great! Always the best service!
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The MexicanPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Design District
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4.7
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Cathyvip
Dallas - Fort Worth •24 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a wonderful meal at Beatrice. The food was delicious … expertly prepared and seasoned. We enjoyed the Cajun eggrolls, bread basket and Beatrice salad for starters. Entrees consisted of redfish special, seafood linguini Alfredo and catfish/fried chicken combo and we finished with a shared pumpkin cheesecake which had a pumpkin spice cake base with a cheesecake topping. Simply delightful! Our server was knowledgeable and attentive. We can’t wait to return!!
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Restaurant BeatricePrice: Expensive• Creole / Cajun / Southern• Oak Cliff / Bishop Arts
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4.5
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Richard
Dallas - Fort Worth •62 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Great service and food. Beautiful old building. Had hummus eggplant and cheese appetizers. Branzino entre. All great. Didn't care much for the pastacio cheesecake but will return to try some of the other desserts.
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The Mayors House By SeldaPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Oak Cliff
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4.7
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Richard
Oklahoma City •32 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 11, 2024
Just a wonderful intimate dining experience. Would definitely enjoy a trip back.
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PurepechaPrice: Very Expensive• Mexican• Deep Ellum
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4.9
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TeresaQvip
Dallas - Fort Worth •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 4, 2023
This is my hubby & my absolute favorite Italian restaurant!!! The food is amazing, and the staff is, bar none, the best!!! I highly recommend this restaurant!!!!
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PANE NOSTROPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Oak Cliff
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4.6

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74 restaurants available nearby

1. The Mayors House By Selda

2. PANE NOSTRO

3. Restaurant Beatrice

4. The Mexican

5. Purepecha

6. El Carlos Elegante

7. Tei-An

8. Dolce Riviera

9. The Rustic Dallas

10. La Stella Cucina Verace

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