Diners' Choice: Contemporary American restaurants in Dallas

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Updated 05 November 2026

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Salum Restaurant

4.9

4.9 (3175)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Uptown

About the restaurant

Centrally located between the West Village and Knox - Henderson areas, Salum is a casual yet elegant and comfortable space composed by Julio Quiñones, one of Dallas’ most progressive young designers. The spacious dining room displays a welcoming palette of brown, green and beige, with a sleek open kitchen as the focal point. Salum combines the intimacy of a neighborhood establishment with the quality of a fine dining restaurant with an atmosphere that is approachable and distinctive yet unpretentious ~ a marriage of vision, passion and skill with the goal of providing its visitors with an extraordinary dining experience. Owner and Chef Abraham Salum offers an array of contemporary American cuisine that combines the highest quality seasonal ingredients with a nuanced use of contrasting and complementary flavors to create a vibrant and visually inviting menu. Menus change once a month.

Top review

BetsyGold

Dined on 30 Oct 2026

Very friend and relaxed service. Food is outstanding. Nice cocktail menu.

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Popular dish

Grilled Beef Tenderloin

The Zodiac Room at Neiman Marcus - Downtown Dallas

4.9

4.9 (1433)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Dear valued customers,
We look forward to the new Zodiac Room opening soon at Northpark. Please look for us there.

Looking to host an event? Anywhere in the Dallas Ft Worth area we are able to accommodate. We pride ourselves on creating the perfect menu and ambience for your event in our chic and inviting atmosphere. Pamper the glowing bride- or mother-to-be in your life with the shower of her dreams or a lavish luncheon.

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Betty

Dined on 30 Sept 2026

Exquisite food presentation; extremely attentive waitstaff; hostess and host made me feel special, ambiance is top-notch; every item was 5 star

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Popular dish

Salmon Tacos

Popular dish

Stanley Marcus Pot Roast

Popular dish

NM Chicken Salad

The Mansion Restaurant at Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek

4.7

4.7 (3476)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Turtle Creek / Oak Lawn

About the restaurant

Comfortably sophisticated and welcoming, The Mansion Restaurant showcases New American cuisine with French influences, crafted using the freshest local ingredients. Refined yet approachable, each menu celebrates bold flavors and seasonal ingredients, complemented by a thoughtfully curated wine selection.

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RobertGold

Dined 6 days ago

Beautiful day to sit on the patio, excellent salads, service. Perfect ambiance.

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Experience

Monet Art Afternoon Tea

Walkers'

4.7

4.7 (116)

$50 and over

Contemporary American

Greenville

About the restaurant

Walkers’ is a friendly wine bar, restaurant and market driven by the personalities of its namesake.
During the week, we start with Window Seat coffee, housemade pastries, seasonal salads and delicious sandwiches on housemade focaccia. And on the weekends we start earlier with more.

Apéro hour is for catching up with friends over vermouth, Pineau des Charentes and a few snacks. Settle in and stay for dinner. Our New American menu is elevated, hyper-seasonal and always changing.

No matter the time of day, you’ll find us opening wines we love from places, grapes and producers worth discovering, or making you a perfectly balanced neighborhood martini.

Need something for home? Stop by the market for a bottle of wine, coffee, cheese, charcuterie, housemade dips and plenty to stock the pantry.

Daily market, restaurant and neighborhood wine bar. Walkers’ is a lovely place to celebrate even the smallest things in life.

Open Daily at 11 am, 8am Saturday & Sunday

Top review

Eric

Dined 3 days ago

This was our second visit. We loved Fatima, who was a terrific bartender and server. And we met Rosemary, one of the owners, who was really wonderful. The food is out of this world and the ambience and service are top notch. We will be back soon and have already recommended Walker's to several friends.

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Experience

Wine Dinner with Bobby Stuckey

State & Allen Kitchen + Bar

4.7

4.7 (561)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Uptown

About the restaurant

State & Allen Kitchen+Bar is one of those Dallas neighborhood establishments that is as real and as effortlessly fun as the people who frequent it. A place for a quick cocktail, or impeccably prepared food accompanied by a selection from an impressive wine list. We are your living room away from home, where you can hang out on our patio and enjoy good drinks, catch a sports game on the big screen—and above all, have a great time with old friends while making new ones.

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ChristieGold

Dined on 14 Oct 2026

Love our neighborhood go to restaurant. Highly recommend.

LOCAL Public Eatery - Henderson

4.7

4.7 (78)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Greenville

About the restaurant

LOCAL Public Eatery brings family & friends [new & old] together over our favorite things: local craft beer, wine & cocktails, elevated food that comforts the soul, sports & fun vibes. At the heart of everything we do is warmth, passion & care and we love creating unexpectedly memorable experiences for our people & for our neighbours. Laidback, fun vibes are our jam & our creative culinary culture has few boundaries when it comes to flavours – our chefs flex vibrant poké bowls just as well as they flip juicy, hand-pressed burgers. It’s ever evolving by season & by new inspirations, but you can count on our menu to always be tightly curated with cool riffs on familiar favourites & OG classics.

Top review

WilliamGold

Dined 7 days ago

Great experience and a huge restaurant. Lots of space and brunch was excellent. Food was amazing and the server was always polite and attentive, even though they only had 2 working for a Cowboys Sunday game. Kudos to the management team.

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Experience

The Party Starts When Prices Drop🍕

CRAFT Restaurant & Beer Market

4.7

4.7 (198)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Park Cities

About the restaurant

Located in Preston Center, CRAFT Restaurant and Beer Market Dallas is a go-to spot for great food, cold beer, and gathering with friends. We serve brunch, lunch, dinner, and late night with a menu built around fresh ingredients and bold, approachable flavors.

Our bar features 100+ beers on tap including Dallas and Texas craft breweries, rotating seasonal taps, plus a full lineup of cocktails, wine, and premium spirits. We also offer a large, expansive rooftop patio—perfect for weekend brunch, happy hour, game day, or a casual night out.

CRAFT is built for groups and social dining, with plenty of space for large parties, corporate events, birthdays, and celebrations. Located near Park Cities and North Dallas, we’re a great choice for brunch in Dallas, rooftop dining, craft beer lovers, date night, private dining, and group reservations in Preston Center.

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DavidGold

Dined on 29 Oct 2026

Great beer! Great pizza! Great patio! We’ll be back!

Dragonfly at Hotel ZaZa

4.2

4.2 (1432)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Uptown

About the restaurant

Dragonfly at Hotel ZaZa is vibrant and bold, nestled in the heart of Uptown Dallas. This culinary hot spot blends upscale dining with enticing art-infused ambiance, making it a go-to destination for both unforgettable meals and lively nightlife. From sunlit breakfasts to starlit late-night bites on the terrace, Dragonfly delivers bold American classics with a creative twist and paired with the perfect cocktail. Dine amidst artful surroundings that pulse with energy, color, and flavor and enjoy an unmatched rare whiskey selection featuring every Pappy Van Winkle Reserve, limited edition and 18-year Yamazaki and small batch from Macallan, Michters, Elijah Craig and more.

Top review

GriffinGold

Dined on 11 Oct 2026

Always great experience. The food and service is top notch

Kona Grill - Dallas

4.3

4.3 (1328)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Park Cities

About the restaurant

Welcome to Kona Grill Dallas at NorthPark Center, located near the North Court between Nordstrom and Macy’s. Kona Grill is a classic American Grill with great steak and seafood - complemented by the best choice of sushi and margaritas at any grill in America. Kona Grill features a global menu of contemporary American favorites, award-winning sushi, and specialty craft cocktails in a polished, casual atmosphere. From brunch & lunch to dinner & happy hour, the restaurant offers a range of freshly prepared dishes from the grill, seasonal menu items and fan-favorite dishes across all dayparts. Kona Grill offers both indoor and outdoor patio dining at all its locations, $3, $6, $9 happy hour offered weekdays & NEW weekend brunch, guided by a passion for quality food and exceptional service.

Top review

Abigail

Dined today

Had a great experience. Will definitely be coming back.

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4.3

4.3 (354)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Pangea Dallas is a modern, chef-driven restaurant and lounge offering bold global flavors in an upscale, energetic atmosphere. Originally founded in Garland, TX, Pangea has been reimagined and relocated to Downtown Dallas to deliver guests the ultimate dining and nightlife experience. Led by Chef Kevin Ashade, our menu blends international influences with contemporary American cuisine, paired with handcrafted cocktails and premium wines. Ideal for date nights, celebrations, and business dining, Pangea Dallas is where elevated food, vibrant ambiance, and exceptional hospitality come together.

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RegeinaGold

Dined on 31 Oct 2026

The food is excellent! We enjoyed the pasta with shrimp and chicken. The stuffed salmon and not your mamma’s greens were to die for. Our server was very attentive. I recommend Pangea!

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Experience

Pangea Sushi Bar Seating

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