Petit Fours Cakes Gourmet
Address: 3000 Blackburn Street, Suite 180, Dallas, TX 75204 At the corner of Uptown’s McKinney Avenue and Blackburn, you’ll find confectionary bliss. In addition to petit fours (2- or 3-bite-size tea cakes), this gourmet pastry shop offers delights of all kinds: wedding cakes, tarts, éclairs, cream puffs…you name it! And, the presentation is exquisite. “The bakery’s cakes resemble anything from designer purses to something that looks more like an exhibit at the Dallas Museum of Art.” — Turtle Creek People (2/3/2006). Browse Petit Fours’ selection of cakes, pastries, and petit fours on its official Web site. Morning Tea (9 am - 11 am) and Afternoon Tea (1:30 pm – 5 pm) services are offered daily. Reservations are required. Other mentions: Dallas Citysearch Share your thoughts in the comments section below!
Phone: 214.559.CAKE
Operating Hours:
Monday - Saturday: 7 am - 7 pm
Sunday: Closed
Web site: http://www.pfcakes.com
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Nikita
Address: 3699 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX 75204 Uptown Dallas’ new vodka bar, Nikita, is a hip, see-and-be-seen sort of spot. Located in the trendy West Village plaza, the Russian-themed café/bar features a full restaurant menu (upstairs) in addition to bar fare (downstairs). Entrée offerings include tuna carpaccio and cast-iron-seared mussels, and dessert options are, shall we say, atypical. Why not top off your meal with a cotton candy stick or doughnuts! Cocktail varieties are endless — and many have clever names. How about sampling a “Monkey in Orbit”, an “Iron Kitten”, or a “Crazy Ivan”? For further info, check out: WorldsBestBars.com Add your review in the comments section below!
Phone: 214.520.6454
Operating Hours:
Upstairs Cafe: Daily, 11 am - 8 pm
Downstairs Lounge: Daily, 6 pm - 2 am
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Mi Cocina
Address: 3699 McKinney Avenue, Suite 200, Dallas, TX 75204 Founded in 1991, Mi Cocina now has15 locations throughout the Lone Star State. The Uptown Dallas site is nestled in the trendy West Village shopping plaza, just opposite The Magnolia movie theater. Southern Living rates this Tex-Mex mainstay among its Top Five Must-Stops in West Village: “Try Mama’s Chicken Tacos at Mi Cocina. With melted cheese and fresh avocado, they’re a decadent treat.” Other platters include your typical Tex-Mex fare, including quesadillas, nachos, enchiladas, and fajitas. And, don’t forget the guacamole! According to the Dallas Observer, “Mi Cocina’s guac is proof that God loves us.” How’s that for an endorsement? Peruse the lunch and dinner menu on Mi Cocina’s official Web site. Read more: Dallas Observer Share your review in the comments section!
Phone: 469.533.5663
Web site: http://www.mcrowd.com
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Medici Lounge
Address: 2404 Cedar Springs, Suite 400, Dallas, TX 75201 Described as a “New York-style singles mecca” by Dallas Citysearch, Medici Lounge draws a sleek and chic crowd. And rightly so. The décor at this Uptown Dallas club is itself sleek and chic with stylish black leather banquettes, matted Helmut Newton photographs, and rich mahogany wood accents. It’s a semi-private lounge with “guaranteed entry” if you’ve dined that evening at the neighboring Nick & Sam’s steakhouse (which is owned, in part, by the same group as Medici). Cocktail choices abound, as Medici Lounge features an impressive variety of whiskeys and vodkas. See what others are saying: WorldsBestBars.com Don’t forget to share your review in the comments section!
Phone: 214.855.0200
Operating Hours:
Wednesday - Saturday: 9 pm - 2 am
Web site: http://www.medicilounge.com
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Mattito’s
Address: 3011 Routh Street, Dallas, TX 75201 Mattito’s is a festive spot — from colorful exterior walls to bright interior dining rooms. The Uptown Dallas Tex-Mex eatery keeps patrons coming back for great food at reasonable prices. All standard Tex-Mex delights are offered, including enchiladas, tacos, flautas, and fajitas. The Chile Relleno is hailed as the house specialty — a lightly breaded Anaheim pepper stuffed with beef, chicken, or vegetables, sprinkled with raisins and pecans, served with rice and refried beans. Happy hour at Mattito’s is Monday - Friday from 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm. Receive $1 off margaritas, beer, wine, and cocktails. Take a peek at the menu on Mattito’s official Web site! Other mentions: AOL Cityguide Be sure to share your review in the comments section!
Phone: 214.526.8181
Operating Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 11 am – 10 pm
Friday – Saturday: 11 am – 11 pm
Sunday: 10:30 am – 2 pm, 2:30 pm – 10 pm
Web site: http://www.mattitos.com
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Maguire’s Uptown Restaurant & Bar
Address: 2520 Cedar Springs Road, Dallas, TX 75201 Located along Cedar Springs Road at Routh Street, the recently revamped Maguire’s Uptown is a chic yet comfortable dining spot. Original artwork adorns the walls and high ceilings abound, creating a relaxed, airy atmosphere. Maguire’s also offers an al fresco alternative with spacious patio seating. The menu features an extensive listing of “New American” cuisine. One specialty dish is Maguire’s Meatloaf, made with veal and pork, served with mashed potatoes, green beans, and wild mushroom porot sauce. Another “don’t miss”, according to Dotty Griffith of The Dallas Morning News, is the Texas Wedge, a salad which “satisfies in flavor and quantity.” Preview the lunch and dinner menus posted on Maguire’s Uptown Restaurant’s official Web site. Also check out the new brunch offerings, available on Sundays from 10:30 am – 2:30 pm (accompanied by live jazz!). Maguire’s makes reservations a snap online! Read more: Dallas Citysearch Share your review in the comments section below!
Phone: 214.220.1130
Operating Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 11 am - 10 pm
Friday: 11 am - 11 pm
Saturday: 5 pm - 11 pm
Sunday: 10:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5 pm - 9 pm
Web site: http://www.mgrilldallas.com
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Manny’s Uptown Tex-Mex Restaurante
Address: 3521 Oak Grove Road, Dallas, TX 75204 Proprietor Manny Rios, brother of Ana “Mama Mia” Enriquez of Dallas’ legendary Mia’s restaurant, has ventured out on his own with Manny’s Uptown Tex-Mex Restaurante. You can expect to find your typical Tex-Mex fare: fajitas, enchiladas, tamales, quesadillas, and tacos. But, the real specialty here is the brisket taco dish (which even gets a nod from The New York Times). Libations include Mexican beers and margaritas, of course, to complement your meal. See what others are saying: DallasFood.org Share your thoughts in the comments section below!
Phone: 214.252.1611
Operating Hours:
Daily: 11 am - 10 pm
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LA Gourmet Pizza
Address: 2709 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX 75204 Serving Uptown Dallas since 1999, LA Gourmet Pizza offers salads, sandwiches, hot wings, and calzones in addition to a slew of pizza varieties. Check out the menu on LA Gourmet Pizza’s official Web site. Great food here and a great price. Online coupons are even available! Order online, if you wish, for delivery within Uptown and Downtown Dallas. For further info, check out: Share your opinion in the comments section below!
Phone: 214.981.9337
Operating Hours:
Daily: 11 am - 10 pm
Web site: http://www.lagourmetpizza.com
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Jakes Hamburgers
Address: 2702 Mckinney Avenue, Dallas, TX 75204 Great eats, good price, super location! Jakes has been serving up some pretty fantastic burgers since the mid-80’s. Now Uptown Dallas has its very own Jakes, conveniently located along the McKinney Avenue trolley line. In addition to burgers, this casual eatery also offers sandwiches — plus helpings of fries and tater tots (and where can you find those these days?!) to round out your meal. Read on: Add your review in the comments section!
Phone: 214.754.8001
Operating Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 11 am – 10 pm
Friday – Saturday: 11 am – 11 pm
Email: mjgarvey@sbcglobal.net
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Lola The Restaurant
Address: 2917 Fairmount Street, Dallas, TX 75201 Tucked away in a cozy little cottage in Dallas’ Uptown neighborhood, Lola restaurant is a true gem. The ambiance is charming, unassuming, and inviting with warm hues, hardwood floors, and low lighting, The cuisine is touted as “New American”, and classic dishes are presented with a creative twist. Entrees include Seared Scallops, Duck Breast and Confit, and Seared Rack of Lamb. Lola’s offers a prix fixe menu (and no à la carte options, in fact) and has recently added a special Tasting Room which features a 10- or 14-course small portion menu with suggested wine pairings. Dotty Griffith of The Dallas Morning News gives Lola a 5-star rating and writes: “Since opening three years ago, Lola has been on an upward trajectory that critics extol and many restaurateurs aspire to but few attain. Hard to believe that the near-perfection that is Lola can be advanced. But, indeed, the Tasting Room represents an evolutionary achievement.” Peruse Lola’s dinner and Tasting Room menus on the Lola The Restaurant official Web site. Other mentions include: Guide Live Share your culinary experience in the comments section below!
Phone: 214.855.0700
Operating Hours:
Monday: Closed
Tuesday - Saturday: 5:30 pm - 11 pm
Sunday: Closed
Web site: http://www.lola4dinner.com
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Hook, Line & Sinker
Address: 3103 Lemmon Avenue, Dallas, TX 75204 This hopping seafood joint consistently receives 4- and 5-star ratings from its clientele. One loyal patron writes: “I am a native New Orleanian and I think they have the best gumbo I’ve had in Dallas. I have to go there periodically to get my fix; it’s that good.” (Yahoo User, 8/2005) Another raves: “The gumbo is as close to my Cajun mama’s as I have found anywhere. Fried catfish and shrimp are hot and perfect….” (Yahoo User, 10/2005) Located along Uptown Dallas’ Lemmon Avenue, Hook, Line & Sinker is a “no frills” sort of place. Its wooden shack-like structure sets the mood to kick back…and enjoy some serious down-home cooking. Favorites include fried shrimp, catfish filets, seafood gumbo, and fried oysters. Ah, and let’s not forget those sides of fries and hushpuppies! A fantastic selection of homemade pies are yours for the picking to top it off. Read more: Dallas Observer Be sure to add your review in the comments section!
Phone: 214.965.0707
Operating Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 11 am – 10 pm
Friday – Saturday: 11 am – 11 pm
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Grotto Ristorante
Address: 2222 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX 75201 Grotto Ristorante, part of the Houston-based Landry’s restaurant chain, opened its doors in Uptown Dallas in 2005. The Italian bistro has a warm ambiance, its walls covered with bright murals and colorful mosaics. Grotto serves up “Old World” cuisine and features a to-die-for antipasti spread. Signature entrees include Veal San Pietro, Ravioli di Mare, and Potato Gnocchi. Preview the lunch and dinner menus as well as the extensive wine selection (over 250 varieties!) on Grotto Ristorante’s official Web site. For further info: Share your review in the comments section below!
Phone: 214.954.4461
Operating Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 11 am - 10 pm
Friday: 11 am - 10:30 pm
Saturday: 5 pm - 10:30 pm
Sunday: 5 pm - 10 pm
Web site: http://www.grottorestaurants.com
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Dragonfly at Hotel ZaZa
Address: 2332 Leonard Street, Dallas, TX 75201 Hotel ZaZa’s Dragonfly restaurant is praised by critics left and right. Guide Live gives it four stars, AOL Cityguide votes it “City’s Best 2006” and Park Cities People hails it “Trendiest Restaurant” and “Best New Restaurant” (2003). Needless to say, chef Marc Cassel is causing quite a buzz around town! His global fusion creations include Tandoori BBQ Prawns and Fennel-Cured Pork Tenderloin and sumptuous desserts like the Mandarin Meringue Torte and Gingersnap Crème Brulée. To preview offerings, Dragonfly’s official Web site posts lunch, dinner, and brunch menus. Given the Hotel ZaZa locale, you can count on dining in style. The décor is hip and trendy…as are the dress requirements! According to Dragonfly’s Web site, dress should be “sensual chic”. Online reservations are also available! AOL Cityguide Share your dining experience in the comments section below!
Phone: 214.468.8399
Web site: http://www.hotelzaza.com/Dining_Dragonfly.aspx
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Hard Rock Cafe
Address: 2601 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX 75204 What was once the McKinney Avenue Baptist Church is now the “Supreme Court of Rock & Roll”. The building, constructed in 1904, became home to Dallas’ Hard Rock Cafe in the mid-80’s. Conveniently located along Uptown’s McKinney Avenue Trolley line, this renowned chain has rolled out the red carpet (literally!) for its patrons. Memorabilia — including one of the Beatles’ Grammy awards — line the walls of the 19,000-square-foot space. Hearty tastings include burgers, barbecue ribs & chicken, and fajitas. For specifics check out the online menu posted on Hard Rock Cafe’s official Web site. Take a 360° tour prior to your arrival! For more info: Guide Live Share your review in the comments section!
Phone: 214.855.0007
Operating Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 11 am – 11 pm
Friday – Saturday: 11 am – 12 am
Web site: http://www.hardrockcafe.com
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Baker Bros. American Deli
Address: 2800 Routh Street, Suite 150, Dallas, TX 75201 Soups, sandwiches, salads, loaded baked potatoes — even pizza. All are served up fresh and made-to-order at Baker Bros. To preview specifics, access the online menu on the Baker Bros. American Deli official Web site. This Dallas-based deli chain has a convenient Uptown location at 2800 Routh Street. Read more: Write your review in the comments section!
Phone: 214.220.0405
Operating Hours:
Monday - Sunday: 11 am - 10 pm
Web site: http://www.bakerbrosdeli.com
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Avanti Ristorante
Address: 2720 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX 75204 Located at the corner of McKinney and Worthington Street (just off the McKinney Avenue trolley line), you’ll find Avanti — an upscale bistro which serves up fine Northern and Southern Italian cuisine. Avanti Ristorante’s menu features veal, seafood, and steak dishes plus salads, pastas and succulent desserts. The nightly live jazz orchestra adds to the ambiance of the cozy dining room. Check out the lunch, dinner, and moonlight breakfast offerings on the Avanti official Web site. For you late-night revelers searching for some good eats, you’re in luck! Avanti’s kitchen is open until 3 am on weekends. Breakfast tastings include your traditional Eggs Benedict and omelet options as well as lasagna and even escargot! See what others are saying: Guide Live Share your experience in the comments section below!
Phone: 214.871.4955
Operating Hours:
Lunch:
Monday – Friday: 11:30 am - 2:30 pm
Dinner:
Sunday – Wednesday: 5 pm - 10:30 pm
Thursday: 5 pm - 2 am
Friday – Saturday: 5 pm - 3:30 am
Moonlight Breakfast:
Friday – Saturday: Midnight – 3 am
Web site: http://www.avantirestaurants.com
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East Wind
Address: 2800 Routh Street, Suite 155, Dallas, TX 75201 Guide Live gives this Vietnamese spot a four-star rating and praises the new sushi offerings: “Every tidbit we tried was immaculately fresh and beautifully presented.” The atmosphere at East Wind in Uptown Dallas is class all the way, with contemporary art adorning the walls, plush seating, and white linens. The all-encompassing menu features chicken, beef, pork, and seafood dishes as well as soups, salads, and pastas. Check out lunch, dinner, and sushi options on East Wind’s official Web site. Even reserve your table online! Read more East Wind reviews: Guide Live Share your experience in the comments section below!
Phone: 214.745.5554
Operating Hours:
Monday – Saturday: 11 am - 3 pm
Sunday – Thursday: 5 pm - 10 pm
Friday – Saturday: 5 pm – 12 am
Web site: http://www.eastwinddallas.com
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Frankie’s Sports Bar & Grill
Address: 3227 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, TX 75204 Nestled along Uptown Dallas’ McKinney Avenue, Frankie’s Sports Bar & Grill “combines the sports bar concept with a menu that’s surprisingly upscale and very good in quality.” — Guide Live In addition to the normal nachos & burgers pub fare, Frankie’s serves up delectable lobster, lamb, and duck entrees. A complete menu listing is available on Frankie’s Sports Bar & Grill official Web site. An added bonus: the kitchen is always open until midnight! Frankie’s also features a variety of specials, including free pizza every Tuesday from 5 pm – 10 pm and Happy Hour on weekdays from 4 pm – 7 pm. For further reviews, read on: Guide Live Share your experience in the comments section below!
Phone: 214.999.8932
Operating Hours:
Monday – Sunday: 11 am – 2 am
Web site: http://www.frankiesbar.com
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Dream Cafe
Address: 2800 Routh Street, Dallas, TX 75201 Dream Cafe is the perfect spot for healthy food — that actually tastes good! The menu has a Southwestern flair with options like chicken enchiladas and shrimp tacos. But, they’ve got a bit of everything here, including a wide variety of soups and sandwiches. Fantastic breakfast offerings (like those dreamy cloud cakes!) are served all day. The atmosphere is laid-back and definitely kid-friendly. Dream Cafe offers a special children’s menu as well as an outdoor play area. Other resources include: Yahoo Travel Add your review in the comments section!
Phone: 214.954.0486
Operating Hours:
Sunday – Thursday: 7 am - 9 pm
Friday – Saturday: 7 am – 10 pm
Web site: http://www.thedreamcafe.com
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Ferré Ristorante e Bar
Address: 3699 McKinney Avenue, Suite 106, Dallas, TX 75204 Tucked away in the upscale West Village shopping plaza, you’ll find a touch of Tuscany. Ferré Ristorante, featured in D Magazine’s Best of Dallas list, has been receiving rave reviews since its inception in 2001. The ambiance is sleek and chic — with both indoor and patio seating available. Chef Jeff Moschetti’s Italian creations include Ricotta Gnocchi (house-made gnocchi with fennel, sundried tomatoes, sausage & pesto) and signature Pollo e Caprino Pizza (with rosemary chicken with goat cheese, tear drop tomatoes and caramelized onions). Brunch, lunch, and dinner menus can be previewed on Ferré Ristorante e Bar’s official Web site. Plus, Ferré makes reservations a snap with online booking! Further mentions include: AOL Cityguide Be sure to share your review in the comments section below!
Phone: 214.522.3888
Operating Hours:
Monday – Wednesday: 11:30 am – 10 pm
Thursday – Friday: 11:30 am – 11 pm
Saturday: 12 pm – 11 pm
Sunday: 11 am – 3 pm, 4 pm – 10 pm
Web site: http://www.ferredallas.com
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