Best Lunch Restaurants in South Oak Cliff

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CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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69 restaurants available nearby

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1. Golf Club of Dallas

5.0

Exceptional(2)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • South Oak Cliff

Open to the public, the 19th Hole has a great bar and wonderful grill, perfect for celebrating or commiserating after a relaxing day on the golf course.

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2. The Zodiac Room at Neiman Marcus - Downtown Dallas

4.9

Exceptional(1099)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Downtown

Dear valued customers, Thank you for your interest in making a reservation at The Zodiac restaurant. Due to the volume of recent reservations, we are temporarily unable to accept new reservations. However, we will continue to honor all existing reservations as scheduled. Please check back soon for availability. In the coming weeks, we look forward to offering special dining experiences to celebrate The Zodiac’s 70+ years in the Dallas community. Thank you for your understanding and continued support. 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.

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3. The Henry - Dallas

4.7

Exceptional(3034)

$$$$Price: Moderate

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

Booked 143 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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4. Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Park District

4.7

Exceptional(9869)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Uptown

Booked 96 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. Mercat Bistro

4.5

Awesome(1299)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary French • Uptown

Booked 42 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

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6. Dakota’s Steakhouse- Downtown Dallas

4.8

Exceptional(5001)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 77 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. Saint Ann Restaurant and Bar

4.6

Exceptional(2006)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown

Booked 20 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.

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8. Kitchen + Kocktails by Kevin Kelley - Dallas

4.5

Awesome(9543)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Southern • Downtown

Booked 164 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 9+ call or text: 469-841-0073 between the hours of 8am to 7pm. Please see our website FAQ section if you have any other questions or concerns.www.kitchenkocktailsusa.com1️⃣ Click About 2️⃣ Scroll down to General Information3️⃣ Click on FAQ

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9. The Liam's Steakhouse

4.3

Awesome(360)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Downtown

Booked 11 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

10. Dolce Riviera

4.3

Awesome(1545)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Uptown

Booked 36 times today

Inspired by summer vacations along the Italian Riviera, the scent of fresh lemon trees, the Italian fashion, the sea breeze, and the unmatched taste of fresh pasta paired with full bodied wines.

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Margaret
Dallas - Fort Worth •7 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
The downtown Neiman Marcus is always a wonderful experience - great food, great staff, and great history. It’s such a shame that this iconic location is closing following the acquisition by Saks.
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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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AmandaVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We sat on the patio and it was a lovely day, get the short rib dumplings!
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The Henry - DallasPrice: Moderate• American• Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW) Corridor
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4.7
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Rick
1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We thoroughly enjoyed our meal, the waiter was spectacular and the food was amazing. We dined upstairs and the view was spectacular. An o real wonderful experience. I highly recommend dining here if you are in the area.
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Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Park DistrictPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Uptown
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4.7
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Barbara
New York City •3 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent food, nice patio seating, very friendly staff
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Mercat BistroPrice: Moderate• Contemporary French• Uptown
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4.5
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
5.0
Dined on Jul 4, 2024
The service is always awesome.And the staff are very friendly and helpful.The food is delicious and you get enough food to be pleased with you order.I do tell people about the Country Club.
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Golf Club of DallasPrice: Moderate• American• South Oak Cliff
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5

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