This Top 50 Restaurants list
was distilled from GuideLive's Top 100 list, available at
www.guidelive.com.
Both lists represent some of Dallas' most enduring restaurants,
as well as those on the cutting edge. They recognize leaders
in ethnic cuisines as well as regional fare and home-style
cooking.
Restaurant critic Dotty Griffith selected the Top 50 for
this publication. The contributors include former restaurant
critic Waltrina Stovall, Todd Epperson, Teresa Gubbins,
Kim Harwell, Kim Pierce, Nancy Schaadt and Lawson Taitte.
The numbers at the end of each description note the month
and year of the critic's review. At some restaurants, menus
have changed since our last visit.
ABACUS *****
The most informal of our five-star restaurants, Kent Rathbun's
place maintains an extraordinary level of food & service.
Sushi and sashimi are fresh and beautifully designed. Recent
menu additions include grilled pork tenderloin with corn
sauté, served with apple-smoked twice-baked potato;
and sumac-crusted duck breast with curried lentils, carrot
sauce and cucumber raita. Incredible desserts. Stylish but
casual setting. Full bar. 4511 McKinney (near Knox). 214-559-3111.
Mon-Thur 6-10, Fri-Sat 6-11. $$$$. 5/02. - D.G.
AL BIERNAT'S
**** Mr. Biernat has never lost the charm he honed during
his 22 years as maitre d' and general manager at The Palm.
Now, he treats customers right at his own upscale restaurant.
Winning appetizer: smoked N Atlantic salmon. Outstanding
salads, incl namesake Al's w hearts of palm, avocado shrimp
& crab. The beef showpiece of the moment is a Kobe-style
steak ($52) that's a cross between the Wagyu and Black Angus
breeds. Great desserts. Full bar. 4217 Oak Lawn. 214-219-2201.
Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30-2:30; dinner Mon-Thur 5:30-10, Fri-Sat
5:30-11, Sun 5:30-9:30. $$$. 2/03. - K.H.
ANGELUNA
**** "One world" cuisine is still tops at this
trendy spot across from Bass Hall. If anything, chef Clark
McDaniel only becomes more inventive, building on Angeluna
classics such as the grilled rib eye, the Thai rice noodles
and the giant calamari appetizer. Appetizers are a stimulating
crop, with witty international notes. Gourmet pizzas please
thin-crust fans. Delightful desserts. Professional service;
can be noisy. Pricey but good wine list. Full bar. 215 E
4th, Fort Worth. 817-334-0080. Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30-2; dinner
Mon-Thur 5-9:30, Fri 5-11, Sat 11:30-11, Sun 11:30-9:30.
$$ to $$$. 12/02. - T.G.
ARCODORO & POMODORO
**** Once the sleek Baby Routh, the building has been transformed
into a Sardinian village piazza with exterior stucco, interior
marble and red roof tiles. Some of the best pasta in the
city is here along w goodies from the wood-burning oven.
First-rate broiled rack of lamb & whole fish baked in
rock salt. High-energy bar scene. Full bar. 2708 Routh.
214-871-1924. Daily 5:30-11. $$ to $$$. 2/01. - D.G.
ARTHUR'S
**** One of the longest-running restaurant shows in Dallas
reopened in '01 with a new look, the same feel and a menu
that bridges traditional and contemporary culinary styles.
Prime steaks and dessert soufflés rule. Dark, clubby
setting. Full bar opens at 4 pm. Live band & dancing
nightly. 15175 Quorum Drive, north of Belt Line, Addison.
972-385-0800. Dinner Mon-Thur 5:30-10, Fri-Sat 5:30-11.
$$$. 8/01. - D.G.
BISTRO LOUISE **** One of Fort Worth's
best restaurants has a continental feel & lively flavors.
One would be hard-pressed to find a better meal when chef-owner
Louise Lamensdorf is in the kitchen. Stunning starters incl
foie gras w scallops. Colorado prime beef wears a portobello
beret and has the nutty flavor of fine aged beef. Full bar.
2900 S Hulen, Fort Worth. 817-922-9244. Tue-Thur 11-2 &
5:30-9; Fri-Sat 11-2 & 5:30-10; Sunday brunch 11-2.
$$$. 10/01. - N.S.
BOB'S STEAK AND CHOP HOUSE
***1/2 - Plano location of Dallas fave carries on the
clubby tradition. Great beef, incl cote de boeuf (bone-in
prime rib), NY strip. Rack of lamb & several seafood
offerings, too. Entrees served w glazed carrots &
choice of potato. Full bar. 5760 Legacy, Ste B1, Plano.
972-608-2627. Mon-Thur 5-10, Fri-Sat 5-11. Other location:
4300 Lemmon. 214-528-9446. Mon-Thur 5-10, Fri-Sat 5-11.
$$$. 5/02. - D.G.
Nan
Coulter
BOI NA BRAZA
**** Gaucho-style grilled meats w upscale salad bar. Skewered
meats are served tableside. Standouts incl bottom sirloin,
charred filet mignon & rump roast. Desserts not included
on fixed-price menu. Full bar. 4025 William D Tate, Grapevine.
817-329-5514 or 1-877-737-6080. Lunch Sun-Fri 11-2; dinner
5-10 nightly. $$$ to $$$$. 12/02. - T.E.
CACHAREL****
Elegant restaurant offers fine cuisine & charming 9th-floor
view. On 3-course, fixed-price menu, we liked avocado stuffed
w lump crabmeat, swordfish & crème brûlée.
A la carte menu offers various cuts of steak, lobster tail
& a few starters, incl delicious soup of asparagus w
rock shrimp. Excellent chocolate soufflé. Nice lunch
menu. Attentive service. Full bar. 2221 E Lamar, Arlington.
817-640-9981. Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30-2, dinner Mon-Sat 5-10.
$$$ to $$$$. 4/02. - K.H.
CAFÉ ASHTON
**** Food has been magnificent at this restored downtown
hotel. Chef Todd Lettman joined shortly after our April
visit. New menu items include coriander crusted yellowfin
tuna and Chilean sea bass. Holdovers include venison loin.
Well-selected wine list w full bar. 610 Main, Fort Worth.
817-332-0100. B'fast daily 6:30-10; lunch daily 11-2; dinner
Sun-Thur 6-9, Fri-Sat 6-10. $$$ to $$$$. 4/03. - T.G.
CAFÉ ON THE
GREEN **** Million-dollar face-lift & menu
changes in '01 created a more sophisticated restaurant.
Quality appetizers incl crab cakes & Atlantic salmon.
New entrees include peanut-crusted lamb chops and grilled
lobster tail. Amazing cold buffet at lunch. Standout desserts.
Nice wine list w full bar. Four Seasons Resort, 4150 N MacArthur,
Irving. 972-717-2420. Mon-Fri 6:30 am-10:30 pm, Sat-Sun
7 am-10:30 pm. Brunch Sun 11-2:30. Lunch buffet weekdays
11-2. $$ to $$$. 6/01. - W.S.
CAFE PACIFIC
**** Posh Highland Park gathering spot specializes in seafood
but also offers meat entrees & lavish desserts. Simple
grills among the entree offerings provided the best experience.
Full bar. 24 Highland Park Vlg, Preston & Mockingbird.
214-526-1170. Lunch Mon-Sat 11:30-2:30, dinner Mon-Wed 5:30-10,
Thur 5:30-10:30, Fri-Sat 5:30-11. $$$. 10/02. - K.P.
CHISHOLM CLUB
***1/2 - Cowboy chef Grady Spears returns to Fort Worth
with a compact menu of Southwestern flavors & steakhouse
standards w sophisticated touches. Try the batter-coated
venison steak, chorizo-stuffed quail or porterhouse steak.
Appetizers & desserts less reliable; best were a trio
of tamales of the day & "pudding sampler"
for dessert. Stylishly Western décor. Full bar. 222
Main (in Renaissance Worthington Hotel), Fort Worth. 817-870-1000.
Sun-Thur 5-10, Fri-Sat 5-11. $$ to $$$. 11/02. - D.G.
CIUDAD
**** Monica Greene's sumptuous Mexico City-style eatery
offers attentive service in an upscale setting. Fish is
accorded a bewildering variety of sure-handed treatments,
from pescado verde (salmon with green mole and green chile
goat cheese) to a blindingly original version of pescado
Veracruz (seared grouper in a broth of leeks, tomatoes,
capers and olives with laurel rice). Other standouts incl
tacos w exotic fillings & cumin-rubbed rack of lamb.
Outstanding desserts. Full bar. 3888 Oak Lawn, Ste 135.
214-219-3141. Sun-Thur 5-10, Fri-Sat 5-11; Sun brunch 11-2.
$$ to $$$. 5/03. - L.T.
LA DUNI LATIN CAFÉ
**** Cafe & bakery offering flavors of Cuba, Mexico
& several South American countries. Try combo appetizer
plate, Cuban sandwiches & pollo al ajibe (roast half-chicken).
Some dishes served family style to sample & share. Outstanding
desserts. Knowledgeable service; warm décor. Full
bar. 4620 McKinney. 214-520-7300. Tue-Thur 11-9:30, Fri
11-11, Sat dinner 5-11, Sun dinner 5-9; brunch Sat-Sun 9-3.
$ to $$. 6/01. - D.G.
THE FRENCH ROOM
***** Fine dining room mellows nicely w a more casual feel
– although the tradition of complimentary sorbet between
starter and entree is unchanged, still served in a frosted
glass flower. Diners choose 2, 3, 4 or 5 courses. Scrumptious
Chilean sea bass. Impressive duck, too. Polished, yet down-to-earth
service. Full bar. Adolphus Hotel, 1321 Commerce. 214-742-8200.
Tue-Sat 6-10. $$$$. 4/01. - W.S.
GOODHUES WOOD FIRED
GRILL ***1/2 - Charming restored warehouse serves
elegant fare. First-rate appetizers: escargots, blue crab
cake, roasted poblano chicken corn chowder. Lamb medallions
were good, but swordfish was perfectly matched w lime-scallion-cream
sauce. Excellent desserts. Full bar. 204 W Virginia, McKinney.
972-562-7570. Mon-Thur 5:30-9:30, Fri-Sat 5:30-10:30 (bar
opens at 4:30). $$ to $$$. 3/02. - K.H.
THE GRAPE
**** Cozy, romantic Lower Greenville wine bistro w menu
that changes every 2 weeks. Excellent entrees on our visit:
5-spice rare tuna & Chinese shrimp & mussel stir-fry.
Salads are hits; decadent mushroom soup. Commendable wine
list w every price range. Full bar. 2808 Greenville. 214-828-1981.
Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30-2; dinner Sun-Thur 5:30-10:30, Fri-Sat
5:30-11:30. $$$. 2/01. - K.H.
THE GREEN ROOM
**** Vibrant Deep Ellum hot spot is still among Dallas'
top restaurants. Chef Marc Cassel's global cuisine incl
"Feed Me, Wine Me," chef's choice 4-course dinner
& wine. Full bar. 2715 Elm. 214-748-7666. Daily 5:30-11.
$$ to $$$. 11/00. - D.G.
HOFSTETTER'S SPARGEL
CAFE **** German restaurant still a winner. Faves
incl Jäger schnitzel, large Wiener schnitzel &
roasted garlic cream soup. Lighter crab cakes & salmon
also hits. Best dessert: Malakoff torte. Helpful service.
Full bar. 4326 Lovers. 214-368-3002. Lunch Mon-Fri 11:30-2;
dinner Mon-Sat 5:30-10; Sun brunch 11-2. $$ to $$$. 11/00.
- W.S.
JAPON STEAK HOUSE
& SUSHI BAR **** Spot offers many options,
incl sushi & hibachi fare. Sushi shines along w grilled
items: chicken & shrimp, filet mignon & salmon.
Attentive service. Full bar. 4021 Preston, Ste 618, Plano.
972-781-2818. Lunch daily 11:30-2:30; dinner Sun-Thur 5-10,
Fri-Sat 5-11. $$ to $$$. 5/01. - T.G.
JEROBOAM URBAN BRASSERIE
**** D'town restaurant on cutting edge of back-to-basics
dining trend. Superb dishes incl trout w almonds & steak
w frites (fried potatoes). Seafood lovers should try "grande
tasting" w oysters, salmon & tuna tartare, crab
claws, shrimp & lobster. Full bar. 1501 Main. 214-748-7226.
Mon-Fri 11-11, Sat 5:30-11. (Bar open Mon-Wed till mdnt,
Thur-Sat till 2 am). $$ to $$$. 10/00. - D.G.
THE LANDMARK RESTAURANT
***1/2 - Chef Doug Brown is back in town & building
a landmark team. Successful dishes were less complicated,
such as venison w spaetzle for dinner & the lunch hangar
steak. Winning braised veal cheeks for a first course, too.
Attentive & knowledgeable service; pleasant setting.
Full bar. Melrose Hotel, 3015 Oak Lawn. 214-224-3152. B'fast
Mon-Fri 6:30-11, Sat-Sun 7-11; lunch Mon-Fri 11-2; dinner
Mon-Thur 5:30-10, Fri-Sat 5:30-11; Sun brunch 11-2. $$$.
7/02. - D.G.
LOLA, THE RESTAURANT
**** Ivy-covered frame cottage has the feel of an old home.
Fixed-price menu w creative appetizers and memorable entrees.
New aps include coffee-rubbed quail and carrot-glazed sea
scallops; grilled buffalo rib eye and pan-seared John Dory
are new entrees.Innovative desserts incl strawberry martini.
Attentive service. Full bar. 2917 Fairmount at Cedar Springs.
214-855-0700. Tue-Sat 5:30-11. $$$ to $$$$. 4/00. - D.G.
LONESOME DOVE WESTERN BISTRO
***1/2 - Stockyards restaurant serves sophisticated
dishes by chef Tim Love in a rustic Western setting.
Highly recommended beef tenderloin & buffalo rib
eye. Excellent lunch choices are buffalo burger &
tomato basil soup. Attention-grabbing desserts. Full
bar. 2406 N Main, Fort Worth. 817-740-8810. Lunch Tue-Sat
11-2:30; dinner Tue-Sat 5-11. $$-$$$. 4/00. - D.G.
Mark
M. Hancock/DMN
M GRILL & TAP
**** Uptown bar & grill is a winner for American comfort
food: meatloaf, baby-back ribs & pizza. Good beef bourguignon,
but chili was pallid. Attentive service; casual atmosphere.
Full bar incl rare 7-oz bottled beers. 2520 Cedar Springs.
214-220-1130. Mon-Thur 11-mdnt (bar till 2 am), Fri-Sat
11 am-1 am, Sun 11-11. $ to $$. 1/03. - D.G.
MAGUIRE'S
**** Casual, sophisticated setting w gourmet cuisine. Impressive
spinach salad & tomato & blue cheese salad. Our
entree favorites were meatloaf & pan-seared ahi. Good
"chef's value specials." Full bar. 17552 N Dallas
Pkwy. 972-818-0068. Lunch Mon-Fri 11-2:30; dinner Mon-Thur
5-10, Fri-Sat 5-11, Sun 5-9; brunch Sun 10:30-2:30. $$ to
$$$. 5/02. - K.H.
THE MANSION ON TURTLE
CREEK ***** One of Dallas' most glamorous dining
experiences, w Southwestern ingredients & flavors by
noted chef Dean Fearing. Signature dishes incl tortilla
soup & lobster tacos. Four-course tasting menu avail
for $90. Full bar. 2821 Turtle Creek Blvd. 214-559-2100.
Lunch Mon-Sat 11:30-2:30; dinner daily 6-10:30; Sun brunch
11-2. $$$$. 9/99. - D.G.
THE MERCURY GRILL
****1/2 - Lovers of robust, earthy foods – braised
meats, truffles, wild mushrooms, foie gras – will
find the stellar menu especially appealing. For starters,
try rich duck confit. Entree picks were lamb shank &
tuna crusted w peppercorns. Delicious dessert soufflés.
Superb service. 11909 Preston, Ste 1418. 972-960-7774. Lunch
Mon-Fri 11:30-2; dinner Mon-Thur 5:30-10, Fri-Sat 5:30-11.
$$ to $$$. 11/00. - W.S.
MI PIACI
**** Sleek and modern, with an airy dining room overlooking
a small pond. Classic Italian specialties including impressive
appetizers & antipasto w assorted meats olives. Outstanding
pastas, osso buco & risotto. Good desserts. Classy setting;
knowledgeable & professional service. Full bar. 14854
Montfort. 972-934-8424. Mon-Thur 11:30-10, Fri 11:30-11,
Sat 5:30-11. $$ to $$$. 2/02. - K.H.
MIRABELLE ****
Chef-owner Joseph Maher dares to be different at this
vibrant orange "new American" bistro &
often succeeds. Seafood is the draw, much of it fresh
from Hawaii. Most dishes are worth trying. Colorful
setting. Full bar. 17610 Midway. 972-733-0202. Dinner
Tue-Sat 6-10. $$ to $$$. 4/02. - D.G.
Ryan
Donnell /Special Contributor
NANA *****
Renovated décor, incl Asian art from Crow family
collection, elevates interior to same level as food. Menu
changes frequently; our favorite appetizers: chestnut flour
fried lobster & grilled quail. Entrees incl roast duck,
antelope chop. Also consider 8-course asting menu. Sweet
& luxurious desserts. Near-perfect service; fairy-tale
caviar presentation. Elegant atmosphere; every table has
view of skyline. Full bar. 27th floor, Wyndham Anatole Hotel
tower, 2201 Stemmons. 214-761-7479. Sun-Thur 6-10, Fri-Sat
6-10:30. $$$ to $$$$. 3/02. - D.G.
NICK & SAM'S
**** Big, classy steakhouse offers excellent steak &
seafood menu & attentive service. Where to start?
Mussels steamed in chardonnay? Cold smoked salmon or
a combo of oysters & clams on the half shell? Quality
is high throughout, incl prime steaks. Extensive wine
list w full bar. 3008 Maple. 214-871-7444. Sun-Wed 5-10,
Thur-Sat 5-11. $$$ to $$$$. 11/02. - T.G.
Courtney Perry/Special
Contributor
9 FISH ****
Asian fusion restaurant w top-quality food & innovation.
Flawless sushi & obata grill items. We enjoyed fat diver
scallops, peppered tuna, grilled rib eye & chicken breast.
Lovely atmosphere; wonderful service. Full bar. 3211 Preston,
Ste 3, Frisco. 214-618-3474. Dinner Tue-Thur 5-10, Fri-Sat
5-11, Sun 5-9. $$$ to $$$$. 4/02. - T.G.
NUEVO LEON
***1/2 - Authentic Mexican chain w good soups. Excellent
entrees: tacos de camarone (with shrimp or tilapia) and
camarones "Luis" reminiscent of New Orleans barbecued
shrimp. You won't go wrong with guisos (stews) or cabrito
(baby goat). Fabulous desserts. Full bar. 3211 Oak Lawn.
214-522-3331. Sun-Thur 11-10, Fri-Sat 11-11. 2013 Greenville.
214-887-8148. Sun-Wed 11-10, Thur 11-2 am, Fri-Sat 11-12.
More rustic original location: 12895 Josey, Farmers Branch.
972-488-1984. Mon-Thur 11-9, Fri-Sat 11-10. $ to $$. 12/02.
- K.P.
PAPPAS BROS. STEAKHOUSE
****1/2 - Excellent steakhouse is a cut above, w amazing
wine list. Prime aged Chicago beef & seafood are brilliant,
incl filet Oscar, dazzling veal chop. Desserts are some
of the best in town. Glamorous décor. Full bar w
long wine list. 10477 Lombardy. 214-366-2000. Mon-Thur 5-10,
Fri-Sat 5-11. $$$ to $$$$. 9/02. - T.G.
PARIS VENDOME ****
Stylish eatery from Mercury & Citizen owners excels
at casually upscale fare. Order pricey PV burger medium
rare or its foie gras will melt away. Other memorable
dishes: chicken & pasta, Belgian endive salad w
chopped egg & watercress, & daily fish special.
Try great sorbets & ice cream. Full bar. 3699 McKinney.
469-533-5663. Daily 11-11. Bar open Thur-Sun until 1.
$ to $$$. 5/02. - D.G.
Courtney Perry/Special
Contributor
PERRY'S RESTAURANT
***1/2 - Upscale comfort food incl down-home chicken-fried
rib-eye steak. Hits incl artfully done steak Oscar (a fillet
mounded w crabmeat) & appetizers of tempura-battered
onion rings & tuna tartare. Excellent apple pie. Full
bar. 2911 Routh. 214-871-9991. Mon-Thur 4:30-10:30, Fri-Sat
4:30-11:30. $$ to $$$. 1/02. - D.G.
ROY'S
***1/2 - Chef Roy Yamaguchi brings Hawaiian fusion cuisine
to N Tx. Signature dishes incl beef short ribs, macadamia
nut mahi-mahi. Can't go wrong w chocolate soufflé.
Good wine list w full bar. 2840 Dallas Pkwy at Park,
Plano. 972-473-6263. Sun-Wed 5:30-9, Thur-Fri 5:30-10,
Sat 5:30-11. $$ to $$$. 3/02. - D.G.
Irwin Thonpson/DMN
ROYAL SPICE THAI
BISTRO *** 1/2 - Hip "nouveau Thai" eatery
charms w seafood "oodles," shrimp, scallops &
calamari over broad rice pappardelle. Traditional shrimp
pad Thai also shines. Chic atmosphere. Fine wine list. Live
music Fri-Sat 9:30-2. Full bar. 5004 Addison Circle, Addison.
972-788-2223. Lunch Mon-Fri 11-3; dinner Mon-Thur 5-10,
Fri-Sat 5-11. $$ to $$$. 12/02. - K.H.
SAINT-EMILION
**** Little things mean a lot at wonderful country French
favorite, from complimentary amuse-bouche (think hors d'oeuvres)
to delicate Riedel crystal stemware, Rustic pate, splendid
filet of beef, roast duckling, delicate sole. Nice wine
list. 3617 W 7th, Fort Worth. 817-737-2781. Tue-Sat 6-9.
$$$. 12/02. - K.H.
SEVY'S GRILL***1/2
- Stylish, classy Dallas digs. American menu emphasizes
wild game, incl mixed grill of venison, marinated quail
and rabbit sausage. Good appetizers incl goat cheese crostini
with a nice spark from fresh basil and tomato. Good, standard
desserts; informative wine staff complemented excellent
service. 8201 Preston. 214-265-7389. Lunch Mon-Sat 11:30-2:30;
dinner Mon-Thur 5-10, Fri-Sat 5-11, Sun 5-9. Bar Mon-Fri
11:30-11, Sat till 11:30. $$$. 11/02. - T.G.
STEEL***1/2
- Asian flavors are tempered by Western sensibilities at
chic Centrum spot. Fresh-tasting sushi & sashimi. Japanese-style
bento box combos at lunch. Great fire pots & Indochine
dinner selections plus steaks. Contemporary Asian décor.
Full bar. 3102 Oak Lawn, Ste 100. 214-219-9908. Lunch Mon-Fri
11:30-3; dinner Sun 5:30-10, Mon-Wed 5:30-11, Thur 5:30-12,
Fri-Sat 5:30-1. $$ to $$$. 2/01. - D.G.
TEI TEI ROBATA BAR
****1/2 - The action here is at the wood-fired robata grill;
everything sampled had a fabulous smoky-charred component,
from the grilled baby octopus to grilled lamb chop. Quail
on a stick was delightful; skewered, marinated grilled sea
bass is renowned. Surprising desserts incl a green tea bavarois.
Pretty, spiritual atmosphere. Try the cold sakes or Asian
beers. 2906 N Henderson. 214-828-2400. Tue-Sun 5:30-11.
$$ to $$$. 3/03. - T.G.
TEPPO YAKITORI-SUSHI
BAR **** Hip, happening spot since 1995 has a big
following. Terrific & beautifully presented sushi, such
as seared tuna & cucumber roll. Yakitori, too. Wine,
beer, sake. 2014 Greenville. 214-826-8989. Tue-Thur &
Sun 5:30-11, Fri-Sat 5:30-2. $$ to $$$. 5/02. - T.G.
2900 ****
Classy Uptown neighborhood restaurant. Fine appetizers were
rock shrimp & grilled artichoke hearts. Skillfully prepared
entrees: orange-glazed breast of duck & manchego-stuffed
beef tenderloin. Our fave was baked lobster, an occasional
special. Delicious bread pudding. Knowledgeable service.
Full bar. 2900 Thomas. 214-303-0400. Tue-Wed 5:30-10, Thur-Sat
5:30-12. $$ to $$$. 4/02. - K.H.
WATEL'S ****1/2 - Airy, casually elegant
dining room serves some of Dallas' best French fare at affordable
prices. Winning starters incl duck confit & white beans;
tapenade; escargots. Entrees incl hard-to-find veal kidneys,
sweetbreads & cassoulet. Vegetarian dishes. Gracious
service. Full bar. 2719 McKinney Ave. 214-720-0323. Lunch
Sun and Tue-Fri 11:30-1:30; dinner Sun and Tue-Sat 6-9.
Brunch menu on Sundays. $$$. 9/00. - K.H.
YORK STREET
****1/2 - Tiny, intimate fine-dining restaurant showcases
chef-owner Sharon Hage's personal style. The short daily
menus were exquisite w entrees on our visits incl Jamison
lamb chops, pan-seared rabbit tenderloin & seared sea
scallops. Attentive service w nice touches. Well-selected
wine list. Beer & wine. 6047 Lewis St. 214-826-0968.
Tue-Sat 6-10. $$ to $$$. 7/01. - D.G.
ZODIAC ROOM
**** Neiman Marcus lunch spot remains a Dallas tradition
w service & atmosphere as fine as the food. Signature
popover & chicken broth remain, but new menu items are
updated regularly. We enjoyed red snapper salad, crab cake
burger & a special of diver scallops w barbecue sauce
& saffron risotto. Neiman Marcus, 1618 Main. 214-573-5800.
Mon-Sat 11-3. $$. 12/02. - T.G.
Ratings consider quality
of food, service and atmosphere, with food getting the most
weight.
***** Almost flawless
**** Excellent
*** Very good
** Fair to good
* Poor
Average complete dinner per
person, including appetizer, entree and dessert:
Ryan
Donnell /Special Contributor 
