#1

Fogo De Chao Brazilian 4300 Beltline Rd., Dallas (972) 503-7303  We had a great time here. All the waiters are in gaucho outfits and are constantly swarming the room with some of the best cuts of meat I have ever eaten. It was a little pricey at $35 per person, but for a special occasion or to go somewhere diffe...

#2

Ojeda's Restaurant Mexican, Tex-Mex 4617 Maple Ave, Dallas (214) 528-8383  I am a business consultant (who loves Tex-Mex) and this is one of the best managed & run businesses I've seen in a very long time. The food is excellent with good value. The service 'tude is superb. A family operation of long-standing, Ojedas is a Da...

#3

Sake Balm Sushi Lounge Asian, Japanese, Vietnamese, Sushi Bar 2800 Routh St, Dallas (214) 745-5554  Food is excellent. Eastern influence with a western twist. Combination of fresh herbs and seasonings like basil, cilantro, chopped peanuts make entrees tasty and light. Lemon grass beef on vermicelli and papaya salad are excellent. Also, the gril...

#4

Celebration Restaurant American Traditional 4503 W Lovers Ln, Dallas (214) 351-5681  This restaurant has been one of Dallas' best kept secrets, it's not that there won't be a wait when you get there it's that old timers like myself (been going there 30+ years) don't want the word out too much.As a chef I'm really aware of the behind ...

#5

Barraco's Restaurant Pizzeria 4930 Greenville Ave, Dallas (214) 363-9204  I've been eating here for years, and I've yet to be disappointed. Excellent pepper steak, chicken parm, a dish that may or or may not be on the menu, Shrimp Prego. Also some of the tastiest home-made Italian sausage around (they sell it by the pound ...

#6

Mainstream Fish House Seafood 11661 Preston Rd # 153, Dallas (214) 739-3474  The service was wonderful. Staff was the best I have seen in many Dallas resturants. But the food was to die for. So fresh was the fish and all the sides. The atmosphere was delightful. Noise from patrons could hardly be heard. Very comfortable ...

#7

Deep Sushi Japanese, Sushi Bar 2624 Elm St., Dallas (214) 651-1177  Sushi are reasonable and excellent. Favorites are the spicy volcano, Texas, and rainbow. The all-time favorite California roll is excellent too. Miso soup is tasty but a bit salty. Edamame (soy beans)is a great healthy appetizer. Curry noodle not...

#8

Catfish Connection Seafood 2464 West Kiest Boulevard, Dallas (214) 337-7101  This place is strictly a carry out restaurant; I have been eating there for over 12 years. If you want down home style catfish this is the place to go, if you like it spicy then this is where you want to go. It's basically a little hole in the wall i...

#9	Vietnam Restaurant Vietnamese, Buffet 4302 Bryan St, Dallas (214) 821-4542  This place is a hidden neighborhood jewel! The food is excellent and authentic. Great service, too. The dollar really goes a long way here!

#10	Humperdink's American, American Traditional 6050 Greenville Ave., Dallas (214) 368-1203  Nice, tasty, thick portions for burgers, probably the best fried calamari I've had, and I try it everywhere possible. Prompt, helpful service.