Best Historic Restaurants in Design District

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Deep EllumDesign DistrictDowntownEast DallasOak CliffOak Cliff / Bishop Arts

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31 restaurants available nearby

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1. Carbone Vino

4.4

Awesome(153)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • Design District

Booked 9 times today

VINO is a nostalgic, yet elevated, Italian American concept from Major Food Group. Drawing from the essence of Carbone, VINO offers some of its most famous dishes, alongside Chef Mario Carbone’s signature pizza, handmade pasta, grand salumi boards, and an ever changing selection of seasonal dishes made daily with the finest ingredients. The incomparable wine collection, curated from around the world to accompany the menu, delivers both familiar and exceptional flavor pairings and moments to celebrate.

2. Town Hearth

4.8

Exceptional(706)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Design District

Booked 72 times today

Return to simple, primal, rustic style cooking. 6,000 Sq Feet, 1500 Bottle Wine Room, Old & New World Burgundies, Bottles from the Northwest. Sincere food that is real and straight forward, fun, and relatable. Design: Refined, Modern, Masculine, Rustic Vibe, Vintage Vein, progressively retro throwback appeal.Please call the restaurant if you do not see a reservation time you are looking for. We will do our best to get you a table! 214-761-1617

3. SER Steak+Spirits

4.6

Exceptional(2591)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steak • Design District

Booked 27 times today

Experience SER Steak + Spirts! Now open on Mondays, Executive Chef, Aubrey Murphy explores bold flavors through a menu that features wood-fired prime steaks, locally sourced ingredients, and unique dining experiences. SER showcases unparalleled views of the Dallas skyline and is uniquely decorated with a curated art collection including an array of Classic Automobile Hood Ornaments. Our window tables are non-reservable and are on a first come, first serve basis. The Bar + Lounge is a 21 and up experience with it's stirring and shaking crafted cocktails, an extensive wine collection, and a new whiskey & bourbon experience. Let our mixologists stir, shake, or pour your favorite beverage. SER Steak + Spirits is located within the Hilton Anatole in the growing Dallas Design District. Minutes away from Uptown, Oak Lawn, and local attractions.Executive Chef: Aubrey MurphySommelier: Philip NataleGeneral Manager: Ron Taylor

4. Crown Block

4.6

Exceptional(3154)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• American • Downtown

Booked 106 times today

Poised high above the Dallas skyline atop Reunion Tower, Crown Block offers a culinary experience to surpass that of the typical steakhouse, complemented by an approachable, stylish environment in celebration of all things grilled, seared and roasted. A fine balance between steak, seafood and plant-based cuisine, featuring ingredients from regional farms, ranches and the Gulf of Mexico. The Rare Steak program embraces a range of offerings that includes Prime Beef, Texas Wagyu, and Japanese A5 Wagyu and is complimented by a sushi and chilled seafood display, a dessert bar with pastry chefs in action, as well as signature craft cocktails and an extensive wine list.Wine and dine on another level with breathtaking views of the city. This isn’t just a steakhouse, this rises above them all. Complimentary Valet

A photo of The Zodiac Room at Neiman Marcus - Downtown Dallas restaurant

5. The Zodiac Room at Neiman Marcus - Downtown Dallas

4.9

Exceptional(1170)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Booked 33 times today

Dear valued customers,We are pleased to share an update regarding the Neiman Marcus Downtown Dallas store. We will continue operations of the store, including the Zodiac Room, through the 2025 Holiday season while we explore a potential reimagination of the building in collaboration with the City of Dallas.Reservations are open. Please check for availability.Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to welcoming you soon.Warm regards,The Zodiac TeamNeiman MarcusLooking 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.

A photo of Saint Ann Restaurant and Bar restaurant

6. Saint Ann Restaurant and Bar

4.6

Exceptional(2019)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 26 times today

Welcome to our urban oasis nestled between American Airlines Center and Klyde Warren Park, offering a refined yet laid-back ambiance, an extensive menu, and one of Dallas' premier patios, boasting the city's largest garden patio and open for lunch, dinner, drinks, and weekend brunch. Beyond the dining experience, storylines of cultural history are waiting to be discovered in the details at Saint Ann. Once known as St. Ann’s Parochial School that opened in 1927, photographs, artifacts, and preserved structural features from this era lend homage to the concept’s roots. Also, the renowned Ann & Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Samurai Museum is located within the restaurant itself, on the second floor, offering a memorable dining experience with a touch of cultural exploration.

7. Monarch

4.8

Exceptional(579)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Italian • East Dallas

Booked 21 times today

Monarch is a wood-fired, modern Italian restaurant serving handmade pasta, steaks, and grilled seafood. The overall approach to preparation is light, fresh and technique driven. Our generous staff and sultry atmosphere promise an unforgettable experience designed to be the ultimate expression of luxury dining in Dallas. Visit us online for additional reservation availability - www.monarchrestaurants.com*** We will do our best to accommodate any window request. To guarantee a window, reservations must be booked online at www.monarchrestaurants.com. ***

8. Fearing's

4.7

Exceptional(6268)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Southwest • Uptown

Booked 16 times today

With its lively personality, warm welcome and the “Bold Flavors-No Borders” cuisine of celebrity chef Dean Fearing (the godfather of Modern Texas Cuisine), Fearing’s is a “can’t miss” stop in Dallas. One of the most popular and acclaimed restaurants in Texas, Fearing’s attracts everyone from celebrities, rock stars, local diners and business travelers -- to heads of state and people who just plain love great food from Texas and the Southwest.Join us in one of our seven unforgettable indoor and heated outdoor settings, ranging from casual to elegant, and including the legendary and always fun Rattlesnake Bar. Welcome to Fearing’s Restaurant – where Texas friendliness and great service are always available. And don’t forget to ask to meet Dean Fearing -- chef, recording artist, guitar connoisseur and best-selling author of The Texas Food Bible. If you’re lucky, he may just stop by your table to give you his own personal welcome.

9. Nobu Dallas

4.6

Exceptional(3049)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Uptown

Booked 55 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.

10. Pillar

4.8

Exceptional(139)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Oak Cliff

Booked 31 times today

A seasonal, contemporary neighborhood restaurant nestled in the heart of the Bishop Arts District focusing on American cuisine with a global influence and technique.

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MarkVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •23 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
This place is amazing. We always receive outstanding service to go with their fantastic food. I highly recommend you try some of their off-menu items, as you can't go wrong.
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Town HearthPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Design District
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4.8
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Maria
Fayetteville / Northwest Arkansas •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Wonderful experience! I’m glad I shared with my friend.
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The Zodiac Room at Neiman Marcus - Downtown DallasPrice: Expensive• Contemporary American• Downtown
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4.9
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Meagan
Exclusive •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had an amazing night! The service was outstanding and the food delicious!! The server was very welcoming and accommodating, it was my girlfriend’s birthday and he made it very special for us! 10 out of 10 would be back!
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Crown BlockPrice: Very Expensive• American• Downtown
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4.6
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Stefanie
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Enjoyed the dinner! The Steak and Lobster was delicious! Great recommendations by our server Adam. Dessert was a great finish to our meal! Thank you!
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SER Steak+SpiritsPrice: Very Expensive• Steak• Design District
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4.6
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AlanVIP
Chicago / Illinois •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 11, 2025
Just moved here from Chicago recently bigger Italian restaurant town back home Carbone Vino, which hands-down, the best restaurants that we’ve ever eaten great service. Great ambience will definitely be back. Highly recommend.
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Carbone VinoPrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Design District
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4.4

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