Best Southern American Restaurants in Melissa

Consistently one of the best food experiences in DFW. We always love taking family and friends for their first time. Excellent service for our large party and the food was well paced. The lamb rigatoni and the short rib (from the current menu) are amazing. And the gumbo is the best anywhere!

Great service, food and cocktail’s. We had the crispy brussels to start with, family favorite. My main was the bourbon peppercorn meatloaf was spot on and might be a new favorite.

Kitchen & Kocktails is hands down one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in Dallas. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere was electric—stylish, vibrant, and welcoming. If you’re looking for an upscale, soulful dining experience with top-notch service, Kitchen & Kocktails is the place to go. A huge thank you to Milli for making our Cousin Brunch so special—5 stars all the way! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This was our first time here. This place was amazing. We came for brunch. Our server was amazing. We had a party of 6. Me and another guest had Fried Chicken and Waffles. It was the bomb. We tried the crème burlee waffles. Also amazing. Another guest had the Chicken biscuit sandwich. It was huge and looked appetizing. When we are back in Dallas we will be coming here again.

My wife and I go to Wildwood weekly, usually for the Tuesday special of two complete dinners for $25. While the menu for the special is limited, all four choices are excellent. My wife is happy to have the pecan-crusted almost every time, but I have tried them all. The mashed potatoes are extraordinary - the best I've had anywhere. This visit we decided to try the steaks. We each ordered the filet for $37. It was easily comparable - perhaps even larger - than similar steaks costing more than $50 at high-end steak restaurants. The service is prompt, but not rushed, and the waiters are knowledgeable and friendly without being intrusive. Altogether, it is a delightful experience every time we go.