Mariano's Hacienda Ranch - Arlington

★★★★☆ 4.3 (872) • $$

"My brother, dad and I were in town for a weekend (mainly to watch the Dallas Cowboys on sunday as my dad is a diehard fan). We hopped on Google reviews and Yelp and saw that this place was HIGHLY rated with 500+ aggregate reviews on BOTH platforms so we had to check it out. We hadn't made reservations beforehand so we were slightly concerned that it would be a long wait (arrived around 8pm-ish). Luckily, this particular location is pretty big and the wait wasn't too long at all. Maybe like 10-15 min?We were seated in a booth and looking over the menu, the mexican food looked super authentic. We ordered carne asada, flautas, a grilled steak fajita salad and brisket tacos. Literally 2 minutes after ordering, fresh warm nachos arrived at the table w/ 2 salsas (a red and brown one). I love that we were able to snack on these before the food arrived.The carne asada was probably my fave. The proteins at this resto are cooked really well. We were never asked how we wanted our steak cooked but it just arrived medium rare on the plate (which is perfect). Super juicy, tender and seasoned aggressively. The refried beans were so smooth and the portion sizes were nice and big.We also ordered some of their famous frozen margaritas. Quite strong but very tasty!At the end of our meal we asked our server Ashley to pack our leftover nachos and salsas on the table in a to-go bag for us and she instead came back with a to-go bag full of FRESH, WARM NACHOS with some new salsas for us to take home. This was incredible customer service. The to-go bag also had a clip on it to keep the nachos crispy and prevent them from going stale (I was still snacking on them in the hotel room 2 days later)!All of us were eyeing the hot apple pie w/ ice cream that arrived at a neighbouring table but alas, we were way too full to stomach any dessert lol.Authentic food, amazing service and nice, strong drinks. A place that lives up to every bit of the hype! Will definitely be back in the future if I'm back in town!"

Goodfriend Beer Garden & Burger House

★★★★☆ 4.1 (932) • $$

"Good burger and mixed waffle and sweet waffle fries. Great service! Big patio with a lot of fans. I saw there was a frozen cocktail with Malort in it. I did not try it ...interesting."

Angry Dog

★★★★☆ 4.1 (914) • $$

"Angry Dog has been a family go-to for several years. As Upstate NY Natives, this might be the only place within two thousand miles to find Chicken Spiedies- and that was the draw. To be honest though? Everything on the menu keeps us coming back. We love the wings, the burgers, and of course, the hotdogs. This is one of the best burgers in the area, and they have the awards to prove it! Wash it down with a spicy Bloody Mary or a local beer, and Angry Dog is sure to please. It's bar food- this ain't no fancy joint, but every single bite is delicious!Parking in the area can be a bit tricky; your options are a paid lot, a parking garage, or metered street parking. Just be prepared to pay! Don't forget to make a trip to the Angry Dog bathrooms. That's worth a visit in itself. Be wary of big sporting events and local games when timing your visit. We've never had an issue sitting right down, but I'd imagine it's packed during peak hours and big games. The staff is nice enough and service is about what you'd expect. Seems relatively accessible, thought sometimes tables are pushed a little close together - just in case mobility is a consideration."

Haywire

★★★★☆ 4.4 (750) • $$

"I took my husband here for a special occasion during our vacation with our daughter. He wanted some place a little bit upscale, but sticking with the southern bbq theme which dominated our vacation. The ambiance is upscale rustic with dim lighting without being considered romantic. It was definitely a cool feel. Our server was very nice and attentive answering our questions and even playing with our toddler. Kids were definitely welcome here even though it clearly wasn't their marketed crowd. We sat at a booth and ordered a few drinks and appetizer to start. We got the fried green tomatoes. They were absolutely delicious! The breading was crispy and the bacon jam enhanced the salty/savory flavor profile. We were incredibly surprised by how good they were. For my entree, I got the baby back ribs. They were fall off the bone with smokey, savory flavors. It was very good. It was very good and came with sides of cornbread and mac and cheese. The mac and cheese was standard good, but the cornbread was delicious. The perfect pairing of sweet and savory while being moist. It was very good! Plus, you got all that food for around $23. I was left feeling very full. During our dinner, I had to use the bathroom and everything was clean and well maintained. You know if the bathrooms are clean, they must care about cleanliness. We were very happy with our time here and I recommend if you are in the area."

Main Street Bistro and Bakery

★★★★☆ 3.9 (931) • $$

"The ambiance, service and especially the food... AAAmazing!!!!! Love to dine here either for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Since it's located on Main St. of Downtown Grapevine and with its modernized & cozy dining area, you can entertain any out-of-town guests with confidence."

Verf's Grill & Tavern

★★★★☆ 4.4 (666) • $$

"Jayna was a wonderful server! She was incredibly attentive and went out of her way to make our experience great. Sunday buffet was delicious with a great price. Lots of different options at the buffet: taco/omelet station, savory meats, breakfast/lunch options, sweets. Absolutely worth checking out."

Hg Sply

★★★★☆ 4.1 (701) • $$

"HG Sply is in a nice location on the banks of the Clear Fork of the Trinity River in Fort Worth, just off the Chisholm Trail Parkway. They have an interesting menu with minimally processed, responsibly sourced food. Burgers, tacos, chicken sandwiches, bowls and heartier dishes with meat, fish and sides. They have a nice cocktail menu, too, that changes seasonally. The atmosphere is very laid back and relaxed, and you can park for free next to the restaurant in the garage."

Tei-An

★★★★☆ 4 (700) • $$$$

"We came here for a special occasion dinner and it made our evening even more special! The service was outstanding. We couldn't have been more pleased with our server's knowledge and ability to explain the dishes to us. He offered suggestions and made sure we were happy with our choices. It goes without saying that the food was amazing. We ordered the tasting menu and loved every dish. The ambiance was intimate and yet still lively. We had fun watching the chefs preparing our dishes. It was a wonderful way to celebrate a special occasion!"

Neighborhood Services

★★★★☆ 4.1 (662) • $$

"Service was good and the portion sizes are definitely Texas made. The front door was super weird though, took us a little bit to figure out that was the entrance. The food was also on the salty side. The brussel sprouts were my favorite thing I ate, I could've just eaten those by themselves."

Big Fish Seafood Grill & Bar

★★★★☆ 3.8 (677) • $$

"I have been here many, many times, was always good. But come here on a slow night and they will turn you away. Maybe they want to go home early 2+ hrs? Loyal customers for years here, come back the next day and it was fantastic. Btw 4 hr drive for us, always stop here when in the metroplex."

Jamaica Gates

★★★★☆ 3.8 (665) • $$

"I ate here with one of my friends and I probably been back 10 more times. This place is so good!!!! The ox tails are a MUST!! And their Jamaican Pattie's are filled with meat!!The customer service is on point! Always attentive and nice.The jerk chicken is a must as well! The sauce is everything! FoodTaste fresh!! The rice is tender & the cabbage is flavorful! I love this place! Customer for life! Make sure you check in on Yelp for a coupon!"

Red Claws Crab Shack

★★★★☆ 3.9 (598) • $$

"WOWwZZERS I was looking for seafood broil and I found this place. Originally, I've been unimpressed with all the seafood broils here in Dallas County so I was thinking I was going to have a decent one again. But then I had this! The food I ordered was Bucket #3 - RC Sauce / Medium Kick. When I tell you that shrimp was fat, it was fat (big and juicy)! The snow crab had a lot of meat in it as well! The sauce was absolutely bomblicious ! The perfect amount of lemon, butter, and spices. A little addicting in fact. The service was fast. The food was ready in 10 minutes. Which I find pretty crazy, because usually it takes a long time at other places. Didn't get a chance eat the restaurant since I ordered mines to-go but I'm sure the ambiance and experience would've been exceptional. Message to the people looking for delicious seafood broil in DFW or anyone visiting Dallas : y'all come check this place out !! They don't disappoint!!! The best seafood broil in DFW!!!"

Desperados Mexican Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.9 (593) • $$

"This place was everything we wanted it to be. Ma and pop all the way. Vibes were on point. We sat at the bar and the bartender was super friendly and personable. He helped us picked out some of the favs from the menu and he did not steer us wrong. The margaritas were awesome. The salsa for the chips was also great. Queso, tacos and everything was great. No notes!"

Pacific Table

★★★★☆ 3.9 (592) • $$$

"If you never had the very famous hybrid Italian/San Francisco Cioppino seafood soup you are very much missing out. It is absolutely one of my all time favorite dishes and I never really care about the super high price Cioppino is a very rich sea food soup, made with clams, mussels, scallops, white fish and shrimp. Some restaurants will add crab legs depending on the season. All of that is cooked in a tomato, white wine, fennel broth which taste like pure heaven. When I travel, this and ramen is a dish I seriously search out! Pacific table did a wonderful job on their version of the wonderful recipe! Going to be my new go to hang out. Love the vibe and service of this place."

Maple Bacon Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4 (558) • $$

"A decent place to have brunch with friends or family! Cute atmosphere, and the menu has plenty of options. I've never had problems with the taste or display of the food, it's been yummy each time- and hasn't disappointed. Many places are unable to get eggs just right, but the cooks in the back have it down solid. They include a unique twist on several of their plates you won't see elsewhere, which is great to see in breakfast spots. The servers are kind, but very quiet and sometimes a tad unattentive, but it's not a major service disappointment for me.The food is quite pricy, but many plates have side options and their portions are filling. If you're willing to spend a relatively pretty penny for a breakfast joint- it's worth giving a shot."

Menas Tex-Mex Grill Cantina

★★★★☆ 4.1 (531) • $$

"Decent neighborhood tex-mex restaurant! We ordered chicken fajitas and the healthy plate. The chicken was perfectly cooked to be tender and juicy and had good flavor. The portions were perfect and the service was great and prompt despite coming here an hour before closing. Their salsas are tasty and they give you separate salsas per person which I liked. They also have chunk green salsa as well if you ask! We also ordered small guacamole which was sub par and they can work on the presentation. Overall, I wouldn't go out of my way to dine here but it's a solid choice for your local tex Mex dining."

Spazzio's Italian Cantina

★★★★☆ 4.3 (469) • $$

"This place is AHHHHMAAAZZZIINNGG! The interior is beautiful and cozy. Perfect for a date night. The workers are attentive and friendly. The first time I ordered I got spaghetti and meatballs, it was the best I've ever had including homemade. The pasta was cooked to perfection and the meatballs were delicious. My second go round I ordered chicken alfredo. Lord I wanted to lick the plate clean. And my third time I ordered pepperoni pizza. It was tasty but the pepperoni was salty. The pizza was not thick or doughy. It reminded me of a thin crust minus the crunch. Yelpers check them out! You won't be disappointed"

Henry's Majestic

★★★★☆ 3.6 (655) • $$

"Arguably the best patio in dallas (grapevine bar gives it a little competition) but it's Definitely the best thing to happen to west dallas since trinity groves. Great food Lively cocktails and super awesome service The patio is HUGE, pet friendly, and "divided" into dinner and bar area but the two areas compliment one another I've been here twice now and missed the live music so I can't comment on that but all of the food has been amazing My favorite snack was the Cuban cigars and our favorite main was the burger Favorite cocktail was the margarita with the spicy situation upgrade (add incrementally) They have fire pits and food trucks And complimentary valet I think you have no excuse NOT to come check it out You'll thank me when you do"

La Hacienda Ranch - Colleyville

★★★★☆ 3.9 (546) • $$

"10/10 recommend! They do not take reservations, but it's worth the wait. They have a bar in the front so you can have drinks while you wait. Service was so speedy at the bar and once we sat at the table, everyone was very friendly and helpful! I ordered the steak nachos and they were amazing, the quality of the steak was like a filet very tender and not chewy at all! The vibe of the restaurant was more along the lines of a steak house, very cute and western! Can't wait to return! Thank you for a beautiful evening!"

J. Macklin’s Grill

★★★★☆ 4 (509) • $$

"Bad food, bad service, high prices, poor quality food .. We got the brisket tacos ($16), cajun shrimp + avocado($20), and the parmesan truffle fries. The brisket was super dry and the taco itself was even more dry. It came with a side of corn that was made from frozen corn and was tasteless, too. The cajun shrimp + avocado dish barely had any avocado in it and it also came on a bed of tasteless frozen corn. The parmesan fries were the best thing we ordered but they came out room temperature. Our server didn't come to our table until 15+ minutes after we were seated. Another server was busy chit chatting with his friends and kept his table waiting for long periods at a time because he was distracted. The ambience was pretty nice but all the other downsides are definitely going to keep us from coming back here unless there is a family gathering or birthday we are invited to. Pro's : Has a good amount of parking, easy to find, good location if you live in Coppell."

Libertine Bar

★★★★☆ 3.9 (535) • $$

"Super friendly staff! Chill & casual ambiance with surprisingly good food! Cocktails are exceptional and the beer selection is extensive! Solid happy hour and trivia in Thursday's are good fun."

Mariano's Hacienda Ranch

★★★★☆ 3.9 (533) • $$

"I was visiting a friend in Dallas and decided to try some Tex-Mex cuisine while I was out there. I would say the food pricing is on the higher side ($20-30 per entree), but the serving sizes were large, so I wasn't too upset. I tried the brisket tacos and I unfortunately thought the meat was pretty dry. It was okay with the avocado and salsa, but the sides of beans and rice were also pretty lackluster. Definitely wouldn't come back for a meal.Here's what I did like though: the service was incredibly attentive and friendly, plus we constantly had a basket of chips at the table. That's honestly what kept this review from dropping to 2 stars. Their complimentary salsas were solid and the queso was actually incredibly delicious. The drinks here are boozy and they claim to be the inventors of the frozen marg. I did try the Frozen Strawberry Mango and it was sweet, but strong aka dangerous. Overall, I would recommend coming here with a group during happy hour and enjoying the nachos to share."

Al Biernat's North

★★★★☆ 4.2 (452) • $$$$

"We celebrated my dads birthday here and the food and service was amazing. The restaurant has a moody vibe and dim lighting. We were a big group so we shared sides and entrees, definitely worth the price, I can't wait to be back."

Wicked Butcher

★★★★☆ 4.2 (442) • $$$

"Food was pricy but you get what you pay for and we got far more in quality, service and ambiance than we paid for. We will be going back and we are all looking forward to it. Thanks for the quality of food and friendliness of staff that was shown to us on our first time visit. As I said, we will be back!"

Rodeo Goat

★★★★☆ 4.2 (435) • $$

"Come hungry! Portions here are very generous and filling -- I thought prices were fair for the amount of food of you get. We ordered the Cowboy Cobb Salad, Tostada Chips & Queso, Firebird, Hand-punched Fries, and a Chocolate Milkshake. Everything was pretty good! I especially liked how generous the Cowboy Cobb was -- it was my entire entree, but I had to share with it my husband because of how much food there was. My husband enjoyed the chicken sandwich very much -- it was pretty spicy; and a mess to eat. Queso was actually a bit too salty, so we couldn't eat too much of it, but the milkshake really balanced it out. It was really hot when we came, so we couldn't sit outside, but there were tables and high-tops inside to choose from. The decorations and theme were super fun -- it was loud and casual. Service was the weak point of this experience. It was self-seating, so it kinda felt like we were initially ignored or forgotten by the staff, even after smiling, making eye contact, and waving at someone. It looked like there were a lot of waitstaff, but only one gentleman (Tramaine) was running around and helping the tables. He took our order and checked up on us periodically, so he was actually great; but I'm not even sure if we were technically in his section because it felt like he was running around the entire restaurant and I remember thinking that the others should be helping more. As a result, service was a bit slow; but I can't fault Tramaine for that as it was a pretty busy evening. Overall, it was a good experience! We really enjoyed the food and thought the theming was nice. The restaurant is also located in a nice plaza where you can walk around afterwards to get some fresh air and digest. LOL."

Tolbert's

★★★★☆ 3.8 (520) • $$

"Well, I have now been to a Chili Parlor! Didn't really know what one was, but now I am in on the secret!Pretty much this place is much more than just Chili, but Chili is definitely the theme here. The walls are adorned with pictures of the founder Frank, his Chili competitions, a couple "specials" boards, and a few neons. Combining those things with the antique interior brick walls and it is a neat ambiance. Today I tried the Chili Enchiladas. They were really good, but honestly they were a bit overkill and I probably wouldn't get them again. My server Dulce was super efficient and did a great job.I definitely will be back, I want to try some other things on their menu..."

Lavendou Bistro Provincial

★★★★☆ 4 (462) • $$$

"What a lovely early valentine's dinner! All of the servers and people who worked there was very professional and on point with the service. Very classy restaurant! The food was amazing!!! The prices are high but I'm not complaining - you get the best service, timing, attention, kind people, romantic setting, and great dessert."

Mi Cocina

★★★★☆ 4.1 (408) • $$

"Fun place to watch the Rangers vs Astro game with delicious food. Started with the guacamole, chips and queso dip. Perfect with the margarita and beers we were drinking. Then, hubby and I split the grilled portobello mushroom and onion fajita which came out sizzling and our friendly, attentive waiter, Javier, gave us extra assorted warmed tortillas (nice touch). Most tasty, although would have like a couple more mushrooms with the many, many onions. Our friend had Mama's chicken and cheese tacos which looked delicious and our friend agreed they were. We'll be back in the area early next year and look forward to returning here."

Bellini's Italian Cafe and Bar

★★★★☆ 4.1 (406) • $$

"Ever watch a movie where the character steps into a bar or restaurant to escape the bustling city and suddenly feels like they have been transported to another world?That's how we felt when I brought my family in late one evening after a long day about town. We were greeted at the door with a friendly smile by the owner, and the service was personal and efficient. The ambience is like entering a popular place in Venice or Naples, with intimate lighting, cozy furnishings and art, and a gentleman crooner performing in the corner. And yes, he was good!The food is traditional Italian fare, and excellent quality. The bread they make is warm and delicious, and its crumbs are used for the fried mozzarella. I had the seafood linguine, and it came with ample bites of large shrimp, scallops, and mussels. This would be a perfect date night, but also very accommodating for larger groups out for the evening and looking for wine and dining. This is definitely not a place you are likely to forget anytime soon. Ciao!"

Chante Mexican Grill & Cantina

★★★★☆ 4.4 (344) • $$

"My first culinary introduction to Lewisville was eating here and the vibe was perfect given how tired I was after a 5am flight to Dallas from Oakland. After leaving Dallas Loce and checking into our Air BnB, we were starving and luckily found this gem of a place.The staff here (especially Amanda) were super friendly and helpful. The beer is ice cold, the complimentary chips and salsa plentiful and an excellent warm prior to the main dish.I had the peacado el Refugio and absolutely loved it. The vibe here is comfortable and friendly social with accommodating, friendly and professional staff.Had a great time here. You will enjoy it here too!"

Andiamo Italian Grill

★★★★☆ 4.3 (351) • $$

"The jury is still out on this one. I want to love this place, but our first visit here was a mix. Most of what we had was very good, but major pitfalls in the service and some inconsistencies in the caliber of food leave me wondering...I've driven by this place about 100 times and finally decided to give it a while. From the outside the facade is pretty generic. Inside however, it's a small space but still packs a big punch with creating a nice atmosphere. There is a nice green wall with a slick neon sign right past the smallest vestibule I think I've ever seen. The bar is painted a sophisticated dark blue and there are chic gold table lamps on the table tops that add to the ambiance. Our server seemed scatterbrained and not focused. There were times we were questioning whether our food was even coming out. He forgot our drinks- 2 Cokes, and had to be asked if they were coming out. We ordered bruschetta as an appetizer. We had specifically ordered it without onions, but when it came out- it had onions, so that was an even longer wait than anticipated.I was saving room for dessert, so I went with Lobster Bisque, and my husband had the Pasta Di Mare. The Lobster Bisque was fine, but I've had better. The Pasta Fettuccine di Mare was absolutely amazing! If this place is capable of delivering such a stellar dish, I feel compelled to give them another try for other things. I had the key lime pie for dessert. It was pretty overpriced for what I got, and felt that the taste just didn't wow me in any way. I didn't like the texture of the pie itself (I detected coconut perhaps) and I really just wanted a velvety smooth Key Lime Pie. Overall, dining here had more ups than downs, but the consistency varied from dish to dish. Also the service being pretty spotty- I would hope the next visit, we get someone with their head a bit more focused on providing a more attentive posture."

The Grease Monkey

★★★★☆ 3.7 (458) • $$

"Wow. First we went on a Friday, first game of the WS. What an event and what an incredible location. We grabbed a few things for dinner and order a few buckets of drinks. The meal we had the fish tacos, yes fish tacos in this location. Fresh and delicious. Not soggy and crisp in the tortilla. Salsa was good, but not spicy. We also had the chicken fried steak burger, which was good but the gravy, well was not fantastic and could do without it. It was very thin and not too thick where it would not stick to the steak on the burger. Fries were good, both sweet potato and nacho fries. For the bar, fantastic service and impeccable care. It was so good, we went back on Sunday after the Dallas game to sit down and watch the late Sunday game there. Ambiance was bar scene. It want quiet, so don't think the going for a quiet evening. It was loud and lively. Go and have some fun."

El Arroyo

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (542) • $$

"I was invited to a going away party on Saturday night and there was about 15 of us attending. The server assigned to our table was taking drink orders as we sat down. My jalapeño margarita was delicious and I was pleasantly surprised to see lots of fresh sliced peppers floating around. My shredded chicken enchiladas with sour cream sauce and fresh jalapeños were yummy. Food runners helped the server to accommodate all of our meals."

Spitz - Frisco

★★★★★ 4.5 (272) • $$

"We were pleasantly surprised with the quality and taste of this fast casual restaurant. The batter on the wings is fantastic!! And those fries are a must. It will be hard to try new things here as we really enjoyed what we had today."

The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Arlington

★★★★☆ 3.7 (398) • $$$

"These guys are great. Food, service, they have always given us top notch service! Thank you again for making our night special. Kudos to JR!"