Fearing's

Fearing's
2121 McKinney Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75201
214-922-4848
http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/Dallas/Dining/Fearings/Default.htm

The place to see and be seen. The newest upscale hotel in uptown rolls out one of Dallas' most distinguished chefs. Dean Fearing is back and in true Texas style he is back in a big way. Fearing's has four distinctly different dining areas including alfresco seating around soothing water elements and finely landscaped patio.

Can't miss dishes include: Big Eye Tuna Ceviche, Barbecued Shrimp Taco, Barbecued Bluepoint Oysters, Dean’s Tortilla Soup, Pan-Browned Halibut, Pan-Roasted “Spiced” Filet and Chicken-Fried Maine Lobster (Dean's version of surf and turf), Soy-Glazed Black Cod, Banana Cream Pie, Chocolate Duo.

Dishes you can live without: Soy-Glazed Wild Salmon, Dark Chocolate Cake, and a grilled peach concoction with whipped cream.

Scene: Who's who of Dallas.

Service: Impeccable. Dishes are all brought out at once. You never have to ask for a refill.

Notes: Reservations are recommend especially for dinner. Lunch reservation not necessary unless you have a large group. Dress code says causal but at dinner everyone in the restaurant was very formal, men wearing jackets and women were dressed accordingly.

Cost: Pricey

Recommendation: Food doesn't live up to the hype, but overall it is still fine dining at its best!

Hours of Operation:

Breakfast:

Daily: 6:30am - 11:00am

Lunch:

Monday - Friday: 11:30am - 2:30pm

Saturday: 11:00am - 3:00pm

Dinner:

Monday - Thursday: 6:00pm - 10:30pm

Friday & Saturday: 6:00pm – 11:00pm

Sunday: 6:00pm-10:00pm

Sunday Brunch: 11 am-4 pm

Kenichi

Kenichi
2400 Victory Park Lane
Dallas, TX 75219
214-871-8883
http://www.kenichirestaurants.com/


Kenichi which has locations in Aspen, Hawaii and Austin opens its most recent location in Dallas' Victory Park. This swank sushi restaurant has music pumping loudly throughout the night as the guests dine before hitting uptown for a late night on the town. The two floor restuarant has an upstairs lounge area with the same full menu as the main dining area.


Can't miss dishes: Tartare Trio, Spicy Edamame, Dim Sum, Blake Roll, Miami Roll, Chocolate San Bon.

Scene: Very trendy. All ages.

Service: Consistently bad on several occasions.

Negatives: Had reseverations on more than one occassion and each time was seated at least 30 minutes after reservation, on one occassion seated an hour and half after the scheduled reservation time.

Notes: Open for dinner only.

Cost: Very Expensive. A dinner date for two people with wine will run approximately $200.

Recommendation: Great place to take a date or go for sushi with friends from out of town you are trying to impress. Don't be in a hurry because service is slow and the chances that you will get seated on your reservation time are not good.

Yutaka Sushi Bistro

Yutaka Sushi Bistro
2633 McKinney Avenue
Dallas, Texas
214-969-5533
http://www.yutakasushibistro.com/

You walk into this little 800 square foot Sushi Bistro with 8 tables and a sushi bar and probably think this is just another trendy Uptown sushi restaurant. Think again! This is the best sushi in the city!! From Sashimi that melts in your mouth to the sensational black cod; Chef/Owner Yutaka Yamoto formerly of Citizen has done an unbelievable job here!!

Can't miss dishes include: Summer Sashimi, Spicy Tuna Gyoza, Yellowtail Sashimi. Anything on the menu.

Scene: The place to go for Sushi whether you are dressed to the nines or are in a polo and jeans.

Service: Very friendly and attentive service.

Negatives: No reservations unless you are a party of 6 or more.

Notes: Open for Lunch and Dinner. Mon 5:45-10 pm; Tue-Thu 11:45 am-2 pm, 5:45-10 pm; Fri-Sat 11:45 am-2 pm, 5-11 pm. Get there early to beat the crowd.

Cost: $30 and up. Good prices for a Sushi Restaurant.

Recommendation: If you want the best sushi outside of Tokyo you are here! Great for dates, dinner with friends, good lunch specials.

Nobu

Nobu
400 Crescent Ct.
Dallas, TX 75201
(214) 252-7000
http://www.noburestaurants.com/


The Dallas outpost of famed chef Nobu Matsuhisa's orginial Nobu restaurant in New York. This trendy spot has been a Crescent staple since opening in 2005. The restaurant is very sleek and trendy filled with a well dressed crowd.


Can't miss dishes include: Spicy Rock Shrimp Tempura, Black Cod, Fresh Yellowtail Sashimi, and Chocolate Bento Box.


Scene: During the week the restaurant is filled with larger groups and hotel guests. On the weekend the crowd picks up.


Service: Attentive service.


Notes: Reservations Recommended. Great martinis.


Cost: Pricey


Recommendation: Consistent, trendy, expensive. Can't go wrong here.

Local

LOCAL
2936 Elm Street
Dallas, Texas 75226
214-752-7500
http://www.localdallas.com/

Located in the old Boyd Hotel which was built in 1916, it is one of the oldest hotels still standing in Dallas. This building is one of the few remaining cast iron front buildings. Many of Deep Ellum's Blues musicians stayed at the Boyd. Chef Tracy Miller has turned this old hotel into one of the best restaurants in the city. As you walk up to the restaurant you might think to yourself this is the restaurant everybody is talking about? You then walk inside to this very contemporary little boutique restaurant with music in the background dim lighting and a very friendly greeter at the door, if you are lucky the greeter may even be Chef Tracy Miller. The menu is spilt into short order and tall order but all dishes are relatively small but still fulfilling.

Can't miss dishes include: All desserts are amazing, specifically the cinnamon donuts and chocolate souffle with cookies and a miniature chocolate shake. Tuna tartare, Sea Bass, Buffalo Burger, Lamb Chops.

Scene: Very trendy. Off the beaten path (outside of Uptown!)

Service: Excellent attentive service.

Negatives: No Liquor but great selection of wine and champagne.

Notes: Even though liquor is not served they have a short list of custom made drinks such as a champagne mojito.

Cost: At least $60 per person.

Recommendation: Great place for special occassion or romantic date.


Highly Recommended.

The Porch

The Porch
2912 North Henderson
Dallas, Texas 75206
214-828-2916
http://www.theporchrestaurant.com/

Another Tristan Simon hotspot on Knox/Henderson that can best be described as Houston's on steriods. You walk up the side of the restaurant to the main entrance with the feel of walking through an outdoor cafe in Paris then you enter the crowded restaurant and you feel like you are in a neighborhood tavern there is a great bar area, a cozy but spacious dining room and of course a porch.

Can't miss dishes include: Brisket Sliders, Stodg Burger, Pounded Chicken Parm, Fish and Chips, Crab and Shrimp Chop and of course the Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup.

Can't miss specials: Tortilla Soup (is out of this world), New England Clam Chowder.

Dishes you can live without: The desserts.

Scene: Hip. Mid twenties and up. Women dressed to the nines. Men in button downs and jeans.

Service: Excellent attentive service. Very well managed restaurant.

Negatives: Desserts made fresh but don't live up to expectations.

Notes: Open for Lunch and Dinner. No reservations.

Cost: Average meal ranges from $20 to $50 per person.

Recommendation:
If you are looking for great burger, hip date spot, or a place to mingle with some singles then the Porch is your place.

Highly Recommended.