Top Rated Restaurants en Cafés in Fort Worth

Shinjuku Station in Japan is the world's busiest train station; Shinjuku Station in Fort Worth is a Japanese restaurant specializing in small portioned dishes meant to be shared among friends. With brick walls and trendy artwork adorning the walls, this is the kind of place that's perfect for a night out with friends over drinks and exotic Japanese flavors. Try the okonomiyaki, or "Japanese Pizza," which consists of pork belly, cabbage, and Shoma. With beer, wine and specialty cocktails on offer, there is plenty to fuel your conversation deep into the night.

This pizza and pasta joint brings some of the finest Italian flavors from across the pond and into Fort Worth. Staples of Italian food dominate the menu, from pizza and pasta to hot subs and stromboli. Prima's is the perfect casual restaurant for a solo meal or one with friends or family — the only important thing is that you come hungry and ready to eat.

This casual Lebanese eatery is located downtown and is a popular stop for fans of belly dancing. Dancers jiggle and wiggle about the dining room creating an exotic ambiance that is perfect for loosening up clients. If you are new to Lebanese cuisine, try the Thursday night or weekday lunch buffets, which allow you to sample each of the main entrees. Authentic entrees served with just the right amount of garlic include Skewered Chicken, Baked Kibbee, Falafel and the Broiled Lamb Kebob.

Chef Franson presents Chef Point Cafe that promises to offer a fine-dining experience minus the fine-dining prices in a unique setting. This delightful restaurant is located inside a converted gas station! Offering an array of eclectic cuisines such as Southern, Soul-food, Cajun & Creole, Irish, Italian and Caribbean, Chef Point Cafe definitely has something for to suit every palette. The delectable delicacies can be accompanied by refreshing drinks offered by a full bar. The spacious restaurant also has a great outdoor patio. Winner of many prestigious food awards, Chef Point Cafe invites one and all for a unique gastronomic experience.

Located within the Modern Art Museum, the cuisine at this cafe is about as 'modern' as it comes. Apple wine-braised brisket accompanied by potato pancakes and roasted garlic pudding, or fettucini with roasted shallots and wild mushrooms in a vidalia onion broth are just two of the possible entrees to select. Cafe Modern taps into Asian cuisine too with their tempura Portobello spring rolls, lightly fried and served with a side of soba noodles and vegetables. The jumbo lump crab cake is exquisite and topped with sun-dried tomato. An intriguing dessert is basil-scented crème brûlée served with pomegranate jelly.

Magnolia Motor Lounge is a live music bar and restaurant that offers a casual atmosphere for the after-work crowd. The attentive yet unobtrusive staff ensures that you are comfortable and have a good time while you are here. Serving traditional American dishes and snacks, it is popular for its burger varieties. Magnolia Motor Lounge also has an excellent beer selection that perfectly complements the fun mood. Last, but certainly not least, is the live entertainment. Local artists and bands play here almost every day to a full house.