Diners' Choice: Hot spot restaurants in Dallas - Fort Worth

OpenTable

Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that are the best hot spots in Dallas - Fort Worth? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Mariano's Hacienda Mexican Cuisine Since 1971

4.9

4.9 (65)

$30 and under

Mexican

Upper Greenville

About the restaurant

Mariano’s Hacienda is a traditional Tex-Mex restaurant in Dallas dishing up Texas ranch cuisine amidst authentic ranch décor. Whether you’re looking for Southwestern classics like flame-roasted poblano stuffed with grilled chicken, steak fajitas or mesquite grilled camarones carlos y charlies with epazote white rice, the wide variety of dishes available at Mariano’s Hacienda will have something you’ll enjoy. Mariano’s also serves a wide variety of signature margaritas, curated by the founder of the restaurant, and inventor of the frozen margarita machine.

Focusing on mesquite whole logs, locally-sourced, farm-fresh produce and quality meats, Mariano’s Hacienda has been offering innovative dishes since opening in 1971. Mariano’s also offers a kids’ menu and has a private room for special events that you can contact the restaurant to reserve.

Top review

DiannaVIP

Dined on Mar 12, 2025

Always the best true Tex Mex, service is always five stars 🍹

eight11 place

4.8

4.8 (306)

$30 and under

American

Frisco

About the restaurant

Locally owned and unique. Located in Historic Downtown Frisco. eight|11 Wine Bar, Kitchen, Craft Cocktail and Brew House is the perfect destination to experience fresh and delicious bites, a carefully curated drink list, and listen to Live Music on our outdoor patio! Insider Tip-Try to snag a Fire Pit!

Foodie Favorites- The Board, Sugar-Bacon Seasonal Fruit Crostini, Chopped Salad, Chicken/Apple/Brie Panini and the Oh-So popular, Godfather Pizza.

Customer Beverage Favorites- Eight11 Red/White Wine Flight, Caymus Cabernet, Smoked Old Fashioned, Heat A Rita, Dallas Blonde Ale, Deluxe Hot Chocolate

Live music on the patio Wednesday -Saturday nights.

Top review

MichelleVIP

Dined on Apr 9, 2025

Our favorite wine bar. Great place for a nice evening on the patio. Love the pizza, salads and wine!

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Experience

Wine Down Wednesday

Pie Tap Pizza + Rotisserie + Bar - Park & Preston

4.7

4.7 (468)

$30 and under

Pizzeria

Plano

About the restaurant

Operating on the philosophy that good food takes work, the Pie Tap Pizza + Rotisserie + Bar off Park and Preston emphasizes the finest ingredients and dedication to premium technique in all they offer. Chef Giovanni Mauro has translated the classic techniques learned in his mother's kitchen to ensure that the dough, pies and all other dishes served at Pie Tap Pizza + Rotisserie + Bar exceed expectations. With a bar offering more than 35 taps emphasizing local beer, craft cocktails and specialty wines, you can pair your pizza, pasta or salad at Pie Tap Pizza + Rotisserie + Bar with only the best. The full menu is available online.

Top review

OpenTable Diner

Dined on Mar 19, 2025

Enjoyed the server and the bar produced a great old fashioned would recommend

Jane

4.7

4.7 (256)

$30 and under

Tapas / Small Plates

Southlake

About the restaurant

Jane is a day to night concept located in the heart of Southlake with indoor and covered, heated outdoor seating. Brunch served all week alongside craft coffee and cocktails, chic wine and cocktail bar with shareables, small bites, cheese and charcuterie in the evenings. Happy Hour 7 DAYS/WEEK 12pm - 6pm. $3 Mimosa until noon M-F, $5 Mimosas and $8 Bloody Marys all week during Brunch. Follow us on IG: @JaneSouthlake or FB:@meetatjane for updates, events, live music and more!

For Private and Semi-Private Events, Large Groups or other inquiries please email Hello@MeetAtJane.com

See you at Jane!

Top review

KelliVIP

Dined on Mar 17, 2025

Always the best hospitality. My friend and I met for brunch as soon as the doors opened at 10:30! Didn’t think to take a photo but the Avocado toast (served with two eggs) was delicious! We also ordered the beef sliders (2) with truffle sauce and they were absolutely delicious too! We shared both plates. Their coffee menu never disappoints! Perfect Cappuchino! 🍀

Fig's Backyard

4.7

4.7 (9)

$30 and under

American

Tool

About the restaurant

Our outdoor seating area is not just a place to dine – it's an escape here at Cedar Creek Lake. Complete with a full bar, it's the perfect spot to relish the beauty of the outdoors while enjoying our selection of premium spirits, wines, and beers. We also have live music and 15 TV's for all your viewing of sports!!

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teresaVIP

Dined on Apr 11, 2025

I the bar was closed at 215pm. Was told they close at 2:30 my reservation was for 230. The system is off. I was really hoping to get a drink and had to settle for water.

Hibachi Teppanyaki and Sushi

4.4

4.4 (152)

$30 and under

Japanese

Fort Worth Downtown

About the restaurant

Hibachi Teppanyaki is a unique South East Asian-style dining experience in the heart of Texas. Our Communal dinning style embodies the spirit of the family unit in Asia. Hibachi Teppanyaki offers all exclusive dining experience. Now open All Day - Lunch, Dinner.

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Wende

Dined on Feb 22, 2025

The food was amazing, the chef wasn’t as entertaining as the ones around us but I guess the important thing was the food and it was outstanding. We got married yesterday and traveled 2 hours to come here and wasn’t disappointed. The portion matched the price. Thank you for making our day special.

Komodo Dallas

4.4

4.4 (305)

$31 to $50

Contemporary Asian

Deep Ellum

About the restaurant

Contemporary restaurant with Southeast Asian-inspired fare, plus cocktails, and lounge area.

Top review

Isaac

Dined on Apr 12, 2025

A 10/10 experience, everything was perfect, couldn’t have asked for a better experience

Little Daisy

4.1

4.1 (13)

$30 and under

French American

Downtown

About the restaurant

Little Daisy is a Franco-American bistro located in the heart of Dallas, driven to be a communal gathering place where the core is bound by cuisine. Menu notes point to the comfort food of both France & USA, creating a fusion between the best of both countries.

Top review

Dr. Klyne

Dined on Dec 25, 2024

The atmosphere was great the hostess manager and surfing staff were outstanding, and the food was plentiful and very flavorful

RA Sushi Bar Restaurant - Addison, TX

3.8

3.8 (419)

$30 and under

Japanese

North Dallas

About the restaurant

Everyone has an adventurous side and RA Sushi is the place to explore and find yours. At RA, we're all about lively music, an energetic atmosphere, inventive cocktails and out-of-this-world sushi. Where else can you enjoy happy hour every day of the week? You know when you're in the RA because there's no other place like it. Order up the best sushi in town and prepare to be blown away by our signature rolls and amazing Japanese cuisine. Whether you're a sushi aficionado or just looking to explore new flavors, RA is your go-to destination. So bring your friends and grab a table or hit up our patio, either way, you're in for a great time.

Top review

Cayla

Dined on Mar 19, 2025

Amazing! They treated us very well and the food was very good! Definitely coming back soon 🤩

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Experience

All Day Happy Hour Every Monday!

Experience

BUY ONE, GET ONE LUNCH OFFER

Experience

BUY ONE, GET ONE LUNCH OFFER

KANVAS By Kevin Kelley

3.3

3.3 (142)

$31 to $50

American

Deep Ellum

About the restaurant

KANVAS By Kevin Kelley introduces a new, unmatched sports viewing lounge and elevated dining experience to Dallas, Texas, blending the excitement of live sports with fantastic foods and creative cocktails. Enjoy table-side flamed grilled nachos, lamb burgers, loaded baked potatoes, chicken wings, and more.

KANVAS By Kevin Kelley motto, “Food, Drink, Experiences,” captures the essence of the establishment: Delivering exceptional cuisine, a wide range of creative beverages, and memorable moments for both the avid sports fan and the adventurous eater.

Parties of 7+ call: 469-608-8498

*NO OUTSIDE FOOD/CAKES/DRINKS

NO SMOKING
NO VAPING
NO FLIP FLIPS
NO SWIMWEAR/TANK TOPS

If you are past the 15 minute grace period your reservation will be forfeited then you will be accommodated as a walk-in.

Top review

Tikesha

Dined on Apr 13, 2025

Had a great time food was good we definitely enjoyed ourselves

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Experience

Monday Service Industry Night

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