Best Lunch Restaurants in South Dallas

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1. The Mayors House By Selda

4.7

Exceptional(293)

Price: Moderate

• Mediterranean • Oak Cliff

Booked 19 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.

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2. The Henry - Dallas

4.7

Exceptional(2889)

Price: Moderate

• American • Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW) Corridor

Booked 137 times today

Welcome to the greatest neighborhood restaurant, a place where you can always count on a warm welcome from baristas, servers and bartenders who know your order by heart. A fusion of industrial and classical influences, our open dining spaces are bursting with charm and energy. Come and go with ease for your morning coffee, enjoy lunch with a colleague, gather the family together for dinner, or treat yourself to a post-work drink at the bar. For craveable eats and downright delicious cocktails, look no further than a place where you'll always be among friends, a place that feels like home: The Henry.

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3. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Dallas

4.5

Awesome(9314)

Price: Moderate

• Southern • Downtown

Booked 110 times today

Created to deliver the best in food, drinks and vibes to Dallas, Texas, Kitchen + Kocktails is here to please. A dynamic comfort food restaurant at its core, Kitchen + Kocktails will focus on nicely plated comfort foods, including flavored fried chicken and lobster tails, shrimp and grits, creative waffles and other southern classics made with a twist. Parties of 7+ call: 469-841-0073 between the hours of 8am to 7pm. If you are past the 15 minute grace period your reservation will be forfeited then you will be accommodated as a walk-in.Proper Dress Attire Required.• No Tank Tops• No Athletic Slides or Flip Flops (Regardless of brand)• No Crocs• No Explicit Clothing• No Sagging• No Revealing Attire • No Jerseys• No Hoods, Durags, Stocking Caps, etc on While Dining*NO OUTSIDE FOOD/CAKES/DRINKSWhile we do recognize special circumstances, it is solely at our team’s discretion to allow exceptions.

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4. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Park District

4.8

Exceptional(9578)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Uptown

Booked 98 times today

One glance at this extraordinary two-story design will have you ready to enjoy an all-new Rare and Well Done®️ experience. The first level features a beautiful island bar that opens up to a spacious patio dining area flanked by fireplaces and semi-private areas. Ascend the stunning staircase wrapping the massive wine tower to find an expansive main dining room with four private dining rooms – a perfect spot to enjoy Perry’s award-winning menu. With spectacular views of Klyde Warren Park and Downtown Dallas, guests can also catch a glimpse of chef creations in the kitchen. Get ready to soak up the lively sights, scents and sounds that abound!

5. Encina

4.8

Exceptional(854)

Price: Expensive

• Farm-to-table • Oak Cliff / Bishop Arts

Booked 8 times today

Encina is a warm and inviting neighborhood restaurant offering New American cuisine, cocktails, wine, and beer with influences from Texas, California, and the South in the beloved Bishop Arts District of Oak Cliff in Dallas, Texas.

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6. Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown Dallas

4.9

Exceptional(4726)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 75 times today

When visiting the restaurant, patrons descend 18 feet underground in a canopied glass elevator, accessed from street level, for a culinary experience unlike any other. The American Steakhouse offers an expansive 1,800 square foot subterranean courtyard allowing patrons to dine al fresco and enjoy a New Orleans-inspired exterior space. This cool oasis is complete with a 20 foot, 5-tiered granite water wall, multi-tiered landscaping, lava rock fire pit, and black granite bar. Dakota's below-ground patio has long been considered one of the city's most romantic dining spots.We believe the best steaks come from the best cut and quality. That’s why we get all of our beef fresh from renowned beef purveyors, Allen Brothers. Each cut is corn and grain fed USDA Prime steak that our chef handpicks. Each steak is aged for a minimum of 28 days for a perfectly tender, juicy bite every time.It is our goal to give you a great meal every time you join us for lunch or dinner.

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7. The Liam's Steakhouse

4.4

Awesome(262)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 9 times today

The Liam's Steakhouse is a luxury American Steakhouse in Dallas' West End. Not only will the restaurant feature all American products, like Texas Wagyu and American Beef, but it will also offer a full bar highlighting Classic Martinis, Manhattans and an extensive wine selection. The steak options will include Texas Wagyu and a selection of Halal Steaks. All of the meats will be Prime. The Liam's Steakhouse will also offer a unique selection of plant-based steaks for vegan & vegetarian customers. Monday Thru Friday offer Great Business Lunch. Saturday & Sunday Weekend Brunch

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8. Culinary Dropout – Dallas

4.5

Awesome(294)

Price: Moderate

• American • Design District

Booked 33 times today

Come drop in and hang out at Culinary Dropout in Dallas! We're serving up classic meals done right, with crowd favorites like our mouthwatering pretzel bites with provolone fondue, tender 36-hour pork ribs, and the can't-miss fried chicken drizzled with honey that'll have you coming back for more. Feeling thirsty? Quench your thirst with an ice-cold craft beer or one of our killer house-made cocktails. But wait, there's more! Head up to our rooftop for a breathtaking view and an even better vibe. Don't forget to stick around for live music that keeps the laid-back party going. Culinary Dropout is the spot for anyone who loves damn good food, drinks, and rooftop chillin'.

9. Mercat Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(1182)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French • Uptown

Booked 45 times today

Mercat Bistro is Paris without the passport. Its transitional yet eternally international ambiance makes Mercat an alluring morning, noon, and night destination to the savvy, well-traveled businessperson to the art-inclined couple seeking a romantic evening. Nestled within Harwood District, Mercat Bistro is a contemporary French Bistro in Uptown Dallas serving Breakfast, Weekend Brunch, Lunch and Dinner Daily. To see full our availability of reservations times, please visit mercatbistro.com

10. Fearing's

4.8

Exceptional(6177)

Price: Very Expensive

• Southwest • Uptown

Booked 32 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.

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Harold
San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
5.0
Dined today
Totally excellent experience, service very good staff friendly and food very good. Ordered ribeye no bone cut like butter and wife had Philly M also cut like butter. Truffle fries and sprouts all very good. Enjoyable
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Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown DallasPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown
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4.9
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Shon
Dallas - Fort Worth •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The entire staff was top tier. Josh took excellent care of us and ensured that we were well taken care of. Food, atmosphere and service 10 out of 10! Great for dates, celebrations or just a casual outing
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The Henry - DallasPrice: Moderate• American• Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW) Corridor
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4.7
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Omar
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Great service! Only thing is I requested a seat upstairs by the window but was seated downstairs in the patio area. When I made the reservation online via OpenTable the only two options for reservations were the bar and patio and I chose patio, but I added the note for my seating preference in the additional comments sections. Day of I called to confirm my seating request and was told I couldn’t get that seating because I chose patio online.
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Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Park DistrictPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Uptown
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4.8
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Courtney
Indiana •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
I arrived late for my reservation but, was still accommodated. The music was not so loud that you could not have a conversation. Our server David was great. The overall customer service was a 10/10. The food was soooo delicious. I ordered catfish, lobster Mac n cheese & okra. My friend ordered greens & they were really good. I’m new to Dallas & will definitely bring every visitor here.
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Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - DallasPrice: Moderate• Southern• Downtown
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4.5
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Richard
Dallas - Fort Worth •62 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Great service and food. Beautiful old building. Had hummus eggplant and cheese appetizers. Branzino entre. All great. Didn't care much for the pastacio cheesecake but will return to try some of the other desserts.
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The Mayors House By SeldaPrice: Moderate• Mediterranean• Oak Cliff
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4.7

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155 restaurants available nearby

1. The Mayors House By Selda

2. The Henry - Dallas

3. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Dallas

4. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Park District

5. Encina

6. Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown Dallas

7. The Liam's Steakhouse

8. Culinary Dropout – Dallas

9. Mercat Bistro

10. Fearing's

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