Sushi Samba
Galleria Dallas
13270 Dallas Parkway
Dallas, Texas
214-866-0214
What Sushi Samba does best is the eclectic ambiance of sexy lighting and friendly service, mixed with creative drinks and sensational food. When you walk into the main door of Sushi Samba, the bar becomes your main focus complete with floral, glass fixtures and orange mood lighting. The table settings have been well thought out to accompany the furniture you might find in a modern loft of New York City.
While the Dallas restaurant lacks the shaded porch of the New York 7 restaurant, the service and food is similar in quality and feel, with even a few extras on the menu.
Can't Miss Dishes: Neo Tokyo Roll (yellowfish tuna, tempura flakes, aji panca), Fresh Sushi, Mango Martini.
Scene: Galleria Shoppers, Dallas socialites, Uptown crowd venturing above the Mason Dixon Line (I-635)
Cost: Reasonable to high for Sushi
Service: Friendly and attentive
Negatives: No outside dining, connected to the Galleria.
Recommendation: Go for drinks...eat somewhere else.
Hours of operation: Phone Reservations:214-866-0214 Fax: 214-866-0213
Sunday & Monday 11am - 10pm Tuesday & Wednesday 11am - 11pm Thursday 11am - midnight Friday & Saturday 11am - 1am
SAMBABRUNCH:Sunday 11am - 3.30pm
Sunday Brunch is served family style!!! Drinks are not to be missed!
Thursday, November 29, 2007
Monday, November 12, 2007
Daddy Jack's Deep Ellum
Daddy Jack's
2723 Elm Street
Dallas, TX 75226
214.653.3949
http://www.daddyjackswoodgrill.com/
When you walk into Daddy Jack's off the corner of Elm and Crowdus, the powerful smell of the wood burning grill and the industrial feel of the restaurant creates an atmosphere not far from the French Quarter of New Orleans. Deep Ellum might not be the most popular area for trendy Dallasites, but the food is worth risking a trip under Woodall Rogers. Make sure you check out the bar and lounge area when the food coma sets in.
Can't miss dishes: Beef Carpaccio appetizer, horseradish crusted tilapia with light lemon butter sauce, penne con pollo with fresh vegetables, The garlic mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, and flowerless chocolate cake
Scene: artsy deep ellum residents and musicians, Dallas seafood lovers, couples
Cost: reasonable
Service: friendly and helpful. Our server recommended wine to go with dinner and which fish was freshest that day.
Negatives: The restaurant (and Deep Ellum in general) was not crowded so it wasn't as lively as it could have been. It would be worth it to bring friends for a private happy hour or large dining party.
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 11am-2pm, Sun, Tue-Thu 5pm-10pm, Fri 5pm-11pm, Sat 5:30pm-11pm
Sunday Brunch includes bottomless mimosas!
2723 Elm Street
Dallas, TX 75226
214.653.3949
http://www.daddyjackswoodgrill.com/
When you walk into Daddy Jack's off the corner of Elm and Crowdus, the powerful smell of the wood burning grill and the industrial feel of the restaurant creates an atmosphere not far from the French Quarter of New Orleans. Deep Ellum might not be the most popular area for trendy Dallasites, but the food is worth risking a trip under Woodall Rogers. Make sure you check out the bar and lounge area when the food coma sets in.
Can't miss dishes: Beef Carpaccio appetizer, horseradish crusted tilapia with light lemon butter sauce, penne con pollo with fresh vegetables, The garlic mashed potatoes, grilled asparagus, and flowerless chocolate cake
Scene: artsy deep ellum residents and musicians, Dallas seafood lovers, couples
Cost: reasonable
Service: friendly and helpful. Our server recommended wine to go with dinner and which fish was freshest that day.
Negatives: The restaurant (and Deep Ellum in general) was not crowded so it wasn't as lively as it could have been. It would be worth it to bring friends for a private happy hour or large dining party.
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri 11am-2pm, Sun, Tue-Thu 5pm-10pm, Fri 5pm-11pm, Sat 5:30pm-11pm
Sunday Brunch includes bottomless mimosas!
Tuesday, October 16, 2007
Fearing's
Fearing's
2121 McKinney Avenue
Dallas, Texas 75201
214-922-4848
http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/Dallas/Dining/Fearings/Default.htm
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.
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!!
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.
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/
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.
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.
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.
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