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El Carlos Elegante, Dallas, TX

El Carlos Elegante

4.9
4.9
193 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 50 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
El Carlos Elegante is a Mexican-inspired eatery that is open for dinner service and showcases beloved Latin cooking traditions through the chef team’s talent and creativity. Patrons can enjoy large cuts of high-end, Argentinian-style wood-fired meats and fish, a stunning crudo selection, house-made tortillas, as well as traditional masa-based dishes relevant to the heart of Mexico. The restaurant also features a seasonal craft cocktail menu and a standout Mezcal program, as well as a global list of wines and champagnes.
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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (214) 277-1800
  • Website
    https://elcarloselegante.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Duro Culinary Team
  • Private party facilities
    Book your next private experience at El Carlos Elegante! Celebrate any occasion in our Mexico City-inspired venue—whether it's an intimate dinner, company party, or special gathering. Our team curates an unforgettable, exclusive evening tailored just for you.
  • Private party contact
    Michelle Johnson, our Private Event Coordinator,: (469) 243-1155

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What 193 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Dallas - Fort Worth

    American

  • Dallas

    Best Ambiance

  • Dallas

    Innovative

  • Dallas

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Carlos Elegante offers an "elegant yet homey" atmosphere with a "festive, yet warm and cozy" vibe. Guests rave about its "fantastic food" and "impeccable service," especially praising the "Elegante Experience" tasting menu. With "attentive staff" and a "unique, upscale" Mexican cuisine, it's a "must-try" in Dallas.

193 Reviews

  1. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    5 star. Food and service was impeccable. I would really recommend the masa el machete.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love El Carlos!! The food is amazing, the decor en point, but even better is the service! Every person is so attentive and thoughtful, and they really make you feel like you’re being taken care of. More than anything, the service is why I come back again and again, and love to share this gem with family, friends, and colleagues.

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  3. Vanessa

    Dallas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best experiences from start to finish! The service was exceptional and the food was just as good. We look forward to checking out the other concepts in the group!

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  4. Azi VIP

    Dallas10 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great but the menu or the choice of food was limited. Cocktails could improve- overall it was a good experience!

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  5. Shaniece VIP

    Dallas5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Deliciously curated menu. We had the squash, pork and halibut which were all delightful. Christi/Christine was exceptional.

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  6. Arianna VIP

    Greater Boston4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Such a great dinner! The staff had wonderful recommendations and explained the dishes and menu thoroughly. The carne asada was fantastic!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    we were in a separate smaller room which was beautiful and more light than the main room

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  8. Noah VIP

    Chicago2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We did the tasting menu and it is fantastic, everything with such different and unique flavor profiles with the perfect texture and acid. Not many tastings I would repeat, but this one I would. I will be back soon!

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  9. Weston

    Baltimore15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love El Carlos Elegante. The charred octopus was the winner tonight. So tender and with an amazing citrus jicama sauce. Friendly bartenders and staff. Can’t wait to go back!

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  10. Julianna VIP

    Dallas8 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and drinks tastes great. Valet was complimentary. Waitress was nice. However the staff kept coming over asking if we were done with our food too often so it felt like we were being rushed to eat quickly and leave. We were out for girls night to catch up and kept getting interrupted every 10min or so by different staff members. Attentiveness is nice but in my opinion it was overdone. The music and ambience were also great.

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El Carlos Elegante is rated 4.9 stars by 193 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 50 times today
Google Map for El Carlos Elegante

1400 N Riverfront Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207-3912

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    West Dallas
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Duro Culinary Team
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
  • Website
    https://elcarloselegante.com/
  • Phone number
    (214) 277-1800
  • Private party facilities
    Book your next private experience at El Carlos Elegante! Celebrate any occasion in our Mexico City-inspired venue—whether it's an intimate dinner, company party, or special gathering. Our team curates an unforgettable, exclusive evening tailored just for you.
  • Private party contact
    Michelle Johnson, our Private Event Coordinator,: (469) 243-1155
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