Best Historic Restaurants in South Dallas

18 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Mayors House By Selda

4.8

Exceptional(305)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Oak Cliff

Booked 28 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. Catch Dallas

4.7

Exceptional(102)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Uptown

Booked 94 times today

Catch Hospitality Group's eighth location, Catch Dallas, will be opening it's doors in the iconic and historic Maple Terrace Development this Fall. The 16,000 square-foot dining destination in Uptown Dallas will be complete with a two-level outdoor patio and private events in the signature space, the Emerald Room. The menu will marry simple yet elegant seafood, sushi, and steak both globally and locally influenced alongside beloved signature dishes like the Catch Roll and Truffle Sashimi. Catch Dallas will feature premium Japanese specialties like luxury sushi selections from Tokyo's Toyosu Market and a unique variety of Japanese Wagyu, which is masterfully seared tableside on a hot rock. If you do not see your preferred availability, please use the "notify me" button to join our waitlist & be alerted in real time of openings!

3. Chet's

3.9

Excellent(180)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 7 times today

Old Fashioned's & Seasonal MenusChef driven Chet's menu includes Irish, New American Dishes will feature a seasonal menu with rotating dishes so regulars will always have something new to try!The bar boasts a large selection of whiskeys and Irish-based cocktails, including our signature "Old Fashioned Menu"with creative varieties of the vintage cocktailGet CozyChet's dining room with a vibe that expresses casual luxury. The space features oversized chairs, crystal chandeliers, a wraparound marble bar, and a lounge conveying the feeling of a private library with books lining ornate shelves and cozy couchesoutdoor patio also stretches around the corner of the historic buildingNestled next to the Historic West End District's dart station, Chet's is in walking distance of the JFK Memorial, The Dallas World Aquarium, Reunion Tower, Holocaust Museum and Museum of Illusion .The American Airlines Center is just a quick train hop away for Dallas Stars and Mavericks fans!!

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4. 3Eleven Kitchen and Cocktails

4.4

Awesome(743)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 12 times today

3Eleven Kitchen & Cocktails is an American eatery in the West End Historic District of Downtown Dallas that embraces the era of the Kennedy Administration and the revival of this historical district found in northwest downtown. Inspired by Jay Khan and Chef John Moore the restaurant is guided by the simple philosophy, “Every ingredient has a purpose.” Serving farm-to-market fare and scratch cocktails with a vintage twist, 3Eleven is open daily for lunch and dinner service. The space is also complete with private dining capabilities for special occasions and events. For more information, please visit 3ElevenDallas.com or www.facebook.com/3ElevenDallas.

5. Nobu Dallas

4.7

Exceptional(3002)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Uptown

Booked 75 times today

For nearly three decades, Chef Nobu Matsuhisa has been celebrated for his innovated new style Japanese cuisine. By combining his cutting edge creativity with exceptional hospitality in a glamorous setting, his restaurants all over the world have garnered numerous awards and accolades.

6. Kessaku

4.5

Awesome(227)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Downtown

Booked 3 times today

Located on the 50th floor of The National, Kessaku is a cocktail and sake lounge serving Dallas’ freshest, globally sourced fish and seafood.The Kessaku team has built a world-class collection of cocktails, sake and Japanese Whiskey that will blow your sushi-loving mind. Visit us online for additional reservation availability - www.kessakurestaurants.comA creation of Chef Danny Grant and Chef Hari Chan, Kessaku offers elegant sushi made with fresh, globally sourced fish and warm artisanal rice. The menu showcases an array of nigiri, sashimi and rolls from the very traditional to the unexpected.Kessaku, which means masterpiece in Japanese, boasts 360-degree views of the Dallas skyline from the historic observation deck at the top of The National. The intimate 60-seat restaurant is lavishly designed to feel like a hidden club in London where every corner of the space tells a story unlike any other in Dallas.

7. CBD Provisions

4.6

Exceptional(1637)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 4 times today

CBD in this case stands for Central Business District — open daily, CBD Provisions is a modern Texas brasserie celebrating the natural bounty and culinary traditions of its region with a commitment to the finest ingredients and southern hospitality. Its famous Berkshire pig head carnitas are a must-try feature, while our cocktail program by award-winning bartender Gabe Sanchez will have you returning again and again. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch menus highlight seasonal produce, prime cuts, and signature Texas flavors in a setting with soaring ceilings, reclaimed wood, and historic brick walls. Ideal for a working lunch, date night, brunch with friends or a semi-private celebration.

8. Niwa Japanese BBQ

4.8

Exceptional(1046)

Price: Expensive

• Japanese • Deep Ellum

Booked 21 times today

LOCATED IN THE HISTORIC DEEP ELLUM NEIGHBORHOOD OF DALLAS, TX.Niwa provides an authentic yakiniku experience, featuring premium in–table smoke–free grills.Prepare premium grade beef, seafood, vegetables and more at your own table while enjoying a wide selection of Japanese sake, beer, and craft cocktails. Eating at Niwa is always an exciting experience, perfect for dinner with family, or a fun night out with friends.

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9. Elm Street Cask & Kitchen

4.2

Awesome(88)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Downtown

Booked 5 times today

Elm Street Cask & Kitchen is a neighborhood restaurant in Downtown Dallas serving Southern-inspired comfort food, inventive and classic cocktails and an extensive craft beer and wine menu. Our Whiskey Bible features over 150 whiskeys and bourbons with origins ranging from Texas to around the world. The interior boasts a contemporary yet casual design that includes an expansive bar, outdoor patio overlooking historic Elm Street and whiskey themed décor. Serving honest, Texas fare, Elm Street Cask & Kitchen is open for dine in, patio and take out. Join us for Happy Hour Monday-Friday 4p-6p!

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10. RJ Mexican Cuisine

4.2

Awesome(374)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Downtown

Booked 14 times today

RJ Mexican Cuisine takes pride in providing the best authentic Mexican food, best authentic Scratch Mexican Kitchen, Unique recipes from all eight culinary regions of Mexico featuring great Steaks, Seafood, Salads, Chicken, Ribs and Quail in the Historic West End, Dallas. Enjoy great patio dinning with Dallas, skyline view. Our Executive Chef Ronald Von Hatten, and General Manager Jay Khan are working hard to make sure, that our guests have the most delightful and memorable dining experience in Dallas. RJ Mexican Cuisine prepares fresh authentic Mexican food daily. RJ Mexican Cuisine is locally owned and operated under General Manager: Jay Khan & Executive Chef: Ronald Von Hatten.

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Stan
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent food and atmosphere. This place is a gem in Oak Cliff. Highly recommend! Started with fried cauliflower, delicious and main was the chicken shish. Fantastic! Food is fresh, hot and very well spiced. Get yourself over there now!!
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The Mayors House By SeldaPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Oak Cliff
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4.8
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Alyssa
Nashville •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lived up the talk about going to a Nobu restaurant. Everything was fresh and delicious. Service was excellent, and made a intimate graduation dinner very nice. Would definitely highly recommend, and will be dining again.
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Nobu DallasPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Uptown
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4.7
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Ed
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Chet's has great menu selection and cocktails. It is a nice quiet dining experience with great service.
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Chet'sPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Downtown
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3.9
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Shannon
Dallas - Fort Worth •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Overall super solid and will return. Ken was our waiter, and he (and the rest of the staff) were really great. Thoughts on what we had: ▪️MANGO MEZCALRITA: expensive smoky orange juice ▪️ LUCA PARETTI PROSECCO: really good ▪️ PRETZEL BREAD: super cute and yummy ▪️ TUNA TARTARE: solid and would order again ▪️ CATCH ROLL: loved ▪️ FILET SKEWER: lots of good flavor, might get again ▪️ MEDITERRANEAN BRANZINO: didn’t finish and wouldn’t order again but probably personal taste here. The lemon was strong in the rice and the butter was def present with the fish ▪️ TRUFFLE MUSHROOM SPAGHETTI: super yummy, friend said shrimp didn’t add to the dish
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Catch DallasPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Uptown
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4.7
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Megan
Western Kentucky / SW Indiana •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 12, 2024
Delightful dining experience and highly recommend. We went for a business dinner. The food was great! Fast and delicious. The cocktails were exquisite. Would definitely go back if we are in the Dallas area.
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3Eleven Kitchen and CocktailsPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.4

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18 restaurants available nearby

1. The Mayors House By Selda

2. Catch Dallas

3. Chet's

4. 3Eleven Kitchen and Cocktails

5. Nobu Dallas

6. Kessaku

7. CBD Provisions

8. Niwa Japanese BBQ

9. Elm Street Cask & Kitchen

10. RJ Mexican Cuisine

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