DFW Restaurant Week – 15 Must‑Try Dallas Restaurants (Aug 7‑13)

DFW Restaurant Week celebrates its 20th year, offering a curated selection of Dallas’s finest dining experiences. Whether you’re looking for a bold Texan flavor, a sophisticated tasting menu, or a casual patio bite, the week’s lineup has something for every palate.

1. Tillman’s Roadhouse – Bishop Arts District: A modern take on Texas cuisine. This year’s menu features five mains, including a charred vegetable chile relleno and clementine‑barbecue salmon.
2. Y.O. Ranch – Historic West End: Intimate ambiance with exotic dishes like a seafood pancake and Texas hill‑country venison chops.
3. Smoke – West Dallas: The “BBQ Board for Two” showcases brisket, pulled whole hog, pork spare ribs, mustard‑seed potato salad, blue‑cheese cole slaw, and pickled veggies.
4. Five Sixty by Wolfgang Puck – Reunion Tower: Dine with panoramic city views while enjoying creative Asian-inspired dishes.
5. The Mansion Restaurant: Former private estate turned elegant venue, offering a three‑course meal featuring crab bisque, quail, raspberry pistachio dessert.
6. Al Biernat’s – Oak Lawn: Renowned for steaks and an extensive wine list. Lunch and dinner options include grilled salmon and marinated pork chops.
7. Adelmo’s – Italian fine dining: Creamy pastas and Italian sausage‑stuffed mushrooms headline the menu.
8. Savor Gastropub – Klyde Warren Park: People‑watching spot serving salads, grilled swordfish BLT, and smoked pork brisket.
9. Theodore – NorthPark Center: Baked brie, black‑truffle mac‑and‑cheese, and pork osso buco featured on the Restaurant Week menu.
10. Proof + Pantry – Arts District: Trendy pre‑show spot with craft cocktails and flavorful bites, conveniently located near AT&T Performing Arts Center.
11. Bolsa – Bishop Arts District: Patio seating, seasonally inspired dishes, local brews, and spirits.
12. Meso Maya – Near Perot Museum & Klyde Warren Park: Mouth‑watering enchiladas and Mayan‑inspired dishes.
13. RJ Mexican Cuisine – Historic West End: Three‑course lunch or dinner paired with cocktails, offering a refreshing drink with each course.
14. Saint Ann Restaurant & Bar – Garden patio: Live music, bacon‑wrapped jalapeños, Texas quail, and a curated wine selection.
15. Mercat Bistro – Harwood District: French‑inspired menu with sea bass, artichokes, carrots, and a peach tart dessert.