Many people have been coming to Buck Kao's Royal China since its beginning in 1974. Royal China offers beautiful Chinese-style lighting and wall hangings for an upscale, quiet, and romantic ambiance. Specialty dishes include hot and sour soup and steamed pan-fried pork dumplings. The menu also includes mixed drinks, wine and beer to complement any meal.
This upscale steakhouse in Dallas is known for its savory menu of classic American fare, steak, lobster and, famously, complimentary caviar. The impressive wine list boasts over 450 varieties for you to sip on while enjoying the soothing ambient sounds of the resident grand piano. After enjoying your prime-aged rib eye or filet mignon, you can finish off the evening with an artisan cheese plate, espresso, or a signature chocolate molten soufflé.
Mi Cocina is a great Mexican restaurant and bar located in the Highland Park Village shopping center. The atmosphere is festive, colorful, and lively. The chic decor and friendly wait staff make this restaurant feel like a party whenever you walk in. The traditional Tex-Mex entrees are served with a touch of class. The enchiladas, flautas, nachos, quesadillas and fajitas are exceptional, while the tortilla soup is a bit unique-- it has peas! After your meal, stroll through the shopping center and window shop.
Classic cars and old-fashioned hamburgers are Keller's specialties. Very popular with all age groups, this hamburger institution is a great place to eat and enjoy beautiful weather. Rustic drive-in and parking carports give this place a nostalgic twist. Just flash your car lights to get the wait staff's (once known as car-hops) attention. The fish sandwich, chicken strips, homemade chili and other favorites provide you with a wide range of choices, not to mention the habit-forming hamburgers.
As the name suggests, this place is known for its burgers, which are charcoal grilled. Del's Charcoal Burgers has been serving happy customers for over 50 years. It is a great place for kids and groups, as it also offers a casual atmosphere with a television and well as outdoor seating. The menu consists of burgers, cheeseburgers and the hot dogs.
Pecan Lodge has been named the best barbecue in Dallas two years running, an incredible distinction in Texas where competition is saturated and barbecue aficionados are as scrutinizing as they come. Along with wife Diane, founder and pit master Justin Fourton recreates both of his grandfathers' recipes, fusing West and East Texas into a delicious blend of styles. Burnt Ends is one of the more popular dishes, consisting of meat, fat and crust from brisket that has been twice baked and is packed with barbecue flavor. The mac and cheese is also to die for and comes topped with bacon bits. Be advised, the wait for service is generally slow depending on the crowd, so show up early and be prepared to lick your lips as you take in the aromas wafting from the kitchen.
Tommy Tamale is a family-friendly Mexican and Tex-Mex restaurant situated in Grapewine, Texas. Famous for the authentic Mexican delicacies, this restaurant is a favorite among local residents and tourists alike. Apart from serving delicious traditional dishes such as tamales, burritos, quesadillas, enchiladas, chorizos, fajitas, tacos and flautas, this restaurant is also renowned for some in-house creations including the patrons' favorite Tommy Bowl. They also offer an in-house line of hot sauces, salsa and cream dips, jams, relishes and frozen tamales. All the dishes at this restaurant are under US$ 10.
Common Desk is a place where all workaholics gather to discuss agendas in the company of unlimited coffee, pleasant music and like-minded co-patrons. The place is a wonderful amalgamation of an event venue and a cafe. Furnished with ample of seating spaces, and equipped with high-speed WiFi and charging points for all your gadgets, through this place, owner Nick responds to the latent needs of the city. Common Desk is buzzing with corporate executives, freelancers, entrepreneurs as well as start ups throughout the day; many occupy the seating area while some make the conference room their den. It is here that people can work in peace and after a long day they can rejuvenate with a friendly game of Volley Ball.
Housed in the idyllic confines of the Mitas Hill Vineyard, Gregory's Bistro appeals to the Francophile in all of us. The romantic notion of delicate French cooking aside, there is also the opportunity to savor some delightful wines from within this luscious vineyard. The owners Gregory and Lydia make for welcoming hosts and serve exquisite French dishes such as the Duck Leg Confit, Pan Seared Chilean Seabass and a few signature dishes as well. Open from 5p for dinner, Gregory's Bistro with its French elegance and fine comfort guarantees a memorable evening.
The House of Gyros is a traditional Mediterranean cuisine restaurant that specializes in gyros and other Greek delicacies. This authentic Greek cuisine restaurant is famous all over Texas for being the only restaurant that serves original Pork Gyro, the famous Greek dish that you will only find in restaurants in Athens. The menu features appetizers such as tzatziki, skordialia, dolma, calamari and Greek fries, a wide selection of gyros including the original gyro and pork gyro, lamb souvlaki in pita and veggie gyro, and Greek burger. Plates on offer at this Greek restaurant include gyro plate, pork gyro plate, souvlaki plate and calamari with skordalia.
The menu at Via Real will appeal to both Tex-Mex and authentic Mexican food lovers alike. Grilled fresh fish is served daily and the Cancun plate, large Gulf Shrimp and bacon-wrapped scallops, comes complete with Spanish rice and black beans. Lighter fare includes Squash or Spinach Enchiladas, perfect for vegetarians, and classic favorites such as Tacos and Flan are also available. The main dining room is picturesque, with its flowing waterfall and courtyard-like decor.
Kenny's Wood Fired Grill is a popular restaurant in Addison and known for their gracious hospitality. On entering, patrons are served with hot popovers on the house. Following which they can choose from an array of grill options available on the menu which range from juicy steaks, ribeyes, lamb and chicken with grey goose vodka on the tap. They also serve heart-warming desserts. The service here is attentive and friendly and the ambience is cozy and romantic. Valet parking can be availed on weekends. Check their website for additional details.