Food is great! And the service is impeccable. Love the local ingredients concept. Can get a little…read moreloud inside but the outside patio is great (except for the Texas summers)

The Ranch Las Colinas has gone from an Irving-Las Colinas after work happy our spot to one of my…read morelunch go to places. I'm determined to eat through the entire menu. The service is great, the atmosphere is cool, and now the food is amazing. I recently discovered The Ranch's secret to having me returning on a weekly basis - The Whiskey Bread Pudding. My Overall Rating - 5 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return) Atmosphere - Country fun honkey tonk hipster with lots of business people. That sums it up. Bonus - the waiting area has very comfy couches. But if you book a table with OpenTable you don't have to wait. 1 Star. Service - The service is always great, and for the first time a different server grabbed my drink order because the other server was busy. Teamwork makes the dream work. 1 Star. Food - If you plan on visiting The Rance one time, I highly recommend the Chicken Fried Steak. Topped with a creamy jalapeno gravy, the CFS sits on a bed of green beans and is served with a side of mashed potatoes. It's a good portion, and the flavor is enhanced by the gravy. Honestly, it's just the appetizer. The real reason I keep coming back to The Ranch is the Whiskey Bread Pudding. The bread pudding is soft, warm, and topped with vanilla ice cream. Savor the warm caramel bite as the vanilla cools your mouth. Easily can be shared. 2 Stars. Will I Return? - Yes. I think it's been 3 weeks in a row now. Yes, I really like what they've done to the menu. See ya next Friday. 1 Star.

Copper & Vine is a really nice restaurant that mixes fine dining with a casual experience in the…read moreLas Colinas neighborhood. The owner of the restaurant took our order and offered good suggestions. He raved about their Tiramisu and we wanted to try if for dessert. The starters we tried were well seasoned and flavorful. The pasta bowls come with breadsticks and is perfect for one. The bowls are not shareable but the flavors were excellent. Do try the tiramisu for dessert. It is highly recommended. Plenty of parking available in the strip mall. The restaurant offers beer, wines and cocktails with a full bar service. Pricing: Not an inexpensive restaurant but it's worth the money you pay. Will I return? : For sure!

I don't know how to describe this place. It's weird. I've been here maybe 5 times over the past 6…read moremonths. First off, the food is excellent. AMAZING actually. I've never had anything that wasn't perfectly prepared, flavorful, and served the correct temperature. And that's what really matters in a restaurant, of course. But the vibe is odd. I can't put my finger on it. It's "clique-y". Every time I come, I walk into an empty restaurant with no host. And it seems I've walked in before they opened. They have lots of private events which are walled off with weird partitions. And they sometimes (according to others I overheard) completely close down for private parties. I don't ask for much. I require very little attention. I grossly over tip. And, yet still I feel very unwelcome in this restaurant that I have frequented several times. I don't get it. The other customers were very nice to me, but the staff seemed annoyed by my presence. It's bizarre. Anyway, the food alone earns them a top rating. Pro tip: Do NOT sit at the bar. They don't tell you this: but it's for the regulars. You'll feel like you've wandered into a party you weren't invited to. AND.....order the Prince Edward Island mussels!

Had the double cut pork chop - medium with loaded mashed potatoes. Delicious and cooked perfectly…read more Had a Texas Red and Altstadt Hefeweizen also both had excellent. Bar tender was very responsive and friendly.

We had a reservation at 8:30. It was nice night on a Friday, but we were told we couldn't sit…read moreoutside because the patio was closed. There were tons of people outside and I never heard of a restaurant closing the patio so early on a Friday. We were seated and it took well over 15 mins before the hostess came back and offered to get us waters while we waited for our server. The server came and she asked for our drink and appetizer orders, she then asked for our dinner orders as well because "the kitchen was really backed up" since we had sat there long enough to have read the menu u several times, we were able to order, assuming the food would be staggered. Wrong. The appetizer came out, we got the crab and Parmesan dip, it was ok, a little runny for my liking but the flavor was good. After one bite of the app, our entrees came out. The server looked at our table and said "wow the kitchen is really on top of it" so which is it? Backed up? Or on top of it? My wife ordered the crispy fish sandwich and I had the salmon and blue crab. I got the broccolini and she got the mac and cheese. We both got broccolini, we flagged down our server and let her know she got the wrong side and we still didn't have our drinks. She eventually came back with the drinks and another server showed up with the Mac and cheese as we were almost done with the meal. The Mac and cheese was the same sauce as the crab dip! Runny and just "ok" nothing exciting. The entrees were bad, the salmon was grilled well, but everything was kind of bland. Overall the experience was just "meh" for a $100 meal. I didn't hate it, but didn't love it.

Brasão is a Brazilian style restaurant in Irving-Las Colinas that (yes I'm biased), is the best…read morechurrascaria in all of DFW. They've recently updated their menu with several a la cart items, and I came to try the Prime Rib. Wow. My Overall Rating - 5 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return) Atmosphere - The one major change I've noticed is Brasão is getting busier. Used to, I could walk in a get a table, but now I make sure I use OpenTable to reserve a seat. If you've never been to a Brazilian style restaurant (in the US), the first thing you'll notice is the opulent salad bar that sits in the center of the restaurant. There is also a dedicated bar area that's separate and elevated, so you people watch from above. 1 Star. Service - Brasão has the best severs (again I'm biased). The entire staff works in unison with dedicated roles. Your sever will take your order why gauchos walk around cutting meat. Speaking of cutting meat, if you order the Prime Rib on Wednesday, they will cut it at your table to order. 1 Star. Food - The Prime Rib is absolutely sensational. The Prime Rib is so tender, and the au jus adds a little salt. The Prime Rib is sliced and dressed at your table, so you can see the heat and seasonings up close. My bite was so tender and flavorful, it did not need extra au jus. While the Prime Rib is ala cart, it still comes with the standard sides of mashed potatoes, fried polenta, and fried bananas. 2 Stars. Will I Return? - Yes. My first visit to Brasão was because the meats were so good. I keep coming back because the service is amazing and the menu continues to evolve. See you next month! 1 Star.

Was planning on going to a place in this plaza, it looked underwhelming so we shifted and walked…read moreinto Brazao for the 1st time for lunch WOW! This place really blew us away. We got the executive lunch which is $35 for AYCE. I've been other Brazilian places where the lunch AYCE is skimpy. Not here. They have all of the best cuts of meats including the pineapple (which is a must have) We loved every part of the meal. The servers were great and the selection is amazing. Remember to ask for chimichurrie. We especially loved the candied bacon and the salad bar. If you're looking for the best in DFW, come here.

I've been back to Hudson House a few times, and I always enjoy the food!…read more The lobster roll is one of my favorites, and I also really enjoy their salads. I've also heard the burger is amazing, so that's definitely what I need to try next!

Hudson House... Yes we had the private room experience, because I'm still thinking about that…read morefood! We started with the avocado dip and house-made ranch chips, and they complemented each other so well. But the Dynamite Shrimp? AMAZING! Between the sesame seeds and that sweet and spicy dynamite sauce, it was the star of the table. Definitely something I would order again. The French Chicken came with thinly sliced chicken, skinny fries, and an arugula salad. OMG, that chicken melted in my mouth! And the arugula salad was delicious right along with it. I squeezed lemon on salad and perfect! Chicken Parm was also part of our spread, along with the maple-planked salmon with sweet soy glaze and lemon Parmesan broccoli. The crispness on that salmon was perfect, and the sauce was so, so good! Now, the Bellini was absolutely doing its job in the flavor department! And the Chris and Ginger mocktail....omg I could have had three of those.That ginger was so refreshing and tasty. The Dirty Martni was dirty ( in a good way) lol . Between the private room setting, the food, and those drinks, this was an experience I thoroughly enjoyed. The service was amazing and they were patient..We closed the restaurant.. lol But yes, I'm coming back for that French Chicken & Shrimp! Definitely Flavorchaser Approved

What an experience. I dined at Pappas Bros. Steakhouse for my first dinner after landing in Dallas…read moreand it set an impossibly high bar for the rest of my meals during my Dallas trip. The food and service here is absolutely incredible. That said, given how pricey the meal is, you'll certainly want to reserve this meal for celebrations and special occasions. Between the four in our party, we shared the following: jumbo lump crab cakes ($36.95), prime tomahawk ($194.95), prime New York strip 14oz ($64.95), jumbo asparagus ($17.95), roasted wild mushrooms ($21.95), creamed spinach ($17.95), and a New York-style cheesecake ($18.00) for dessert to share. If you're a wine enthusiast, there's a Bible sized wine menu available here to thumb through. Our server made it a point to emphasize the scale and expansiveness of their wine list. The list goes on and on -- covering every imaginable region of the world and year, and as a casual wine drinker, I was simply overwhelmed. However, if you're looking for cocktails instead, any "standard" cocktail you can think of is available. I ordered an Old Fashioned and it was stiff, yet nicely balanced. Moving on to the food, I have never had crab cakes as good as the ones here -- this appetizer is a must order. Most crab cakes I've had have too much bread crumb fillers and tend to be a bit bland. The ones here contain generous amounts of large, chunky crab meat, are well-seasoned, and are perfectly fried. The tomahawk steak is a serious show-stopper. If there's one cut to order, it's this one. Carved table-side, you really get to appreciate the size and beauty of this cut of meat. The meat is expertly cut off from the bone, and I love the distribution of rendered fat on each piece of meat. Some steakhouses offer a bunch of different sauces and dips to go with the meat, but none of that is available here: you're here for the meat, and you can truly appreciate the flavor and quality of the dry-aged meat in its purest form. All you really need is some salt and you've got the perfect bite. The steak here is delicious; no notes. Although the steak is the clear star of the show at Pappas Bros., the sides cannot be skipped over (not that you'd want to, given how delicious everything sounds). I was tempted to order the large tower of golden onion rings that many other tables seemed to be ordering, but ultimately settled on some of the other vegetable offerings. The creamed spinach is rich and decadent. One order is easily enough for a group to share. The jumbo asparagus is honestly some of the longest and largest spears of asparagus I've ever seen. They had a nice snappy bite to them. Although you'll probably be absolutely stuffed by the end of your meal, I encourage you to order at least a dessert to split. Although I only had a chance to try the New York-style cheesecake, it's something I would happily order again. The gargantuan size of the slice of cheesecake is enough for a group of 8 to split. Like everything else on the menu, the cheesecake is rich. I appreciate that the cake itself was not overly sweet. The whipped cream on top was light and fluffy. If you're looking for a steakhouse in Dallas with quality food, drinks and service, look no further than Pappas Bros. Steakhouse. Closing note: there is no dress code that's enforced.

It was a really nice steakhouse and the ambiance was great. Service was great. The dessert was…read morereally good. The portions were good. I just wasn't wow's by the steak. It was good but not great. I got the ribeye. It was cooked a hair past what I asked. Don't get me wrong it was a good steak. But I guess visiting Dallas and a highly recommend spot. Just was expecting more. Definitely check it out and hope your experience is just as good!!

Our first visit to Wicked Butcher in Dallas for DFW Restaurant Week delivered on every front…read more Downtown parking is tough, and the third-party valet runs $15, but the interior makes an immediate impression with sharp decor and an open view into the kitchen. We started with the Smoking Barrel, mixed with rye, Peychaud's, Angostura, peach bitters, orange peel, and smoked mesquite. The fresh popovers served alongside the first course were airy, warm, and a standout touch on their own. The fried calamari was crisp and tender, served with remoulade, marinara, and grilled lemon. The braised tenderloin hummus was equally well-executed, topped with chili oil, onion ash, and green onions with warm pita. For the mains, both cuts of meat arrived cooked to temperature and seasoned with precision. The 6oz filet mignon came paired with cacio e pepe ravioli, while the 12oz ribeye was served alongside asparagus and marbled potatoes. The wine pairing selections matched the steak courses well without overpowering the plates. Dessert closed out strong. The banana pudding featured a rich banane du Brésil custard, vanilla wafers, and toasted coconut, while the chocolate tart balanced dark chocolate over a hazelnut crust with peanut butter mousse. Food and service were top tier from start to finish. Five stars, and we will be back.

First time visit for a birthday celebration. It was pretty empty when we arrived- valet was great…read more Clean and modern. People in our party of 5 had been to Fort Worth and really enjoyed it- especially the corn crème brûlée.....So we tried Dallas. Would direct people back to Fort Worth. I can't recommend our server, he was transactional, short and not interactive and it was as if he was in the wrong position. Other servers seemed welcoming and friendly. The bread was DELICIOUS! The food was decent. I enjoyed my lamb chops(although more rare in spots), but not the mix that was underneath it. The two that got the salmon said it was ok, a bit overcooked and they also didn't care for the mix underneath. The filet was stupendous and the cowboy was really delicious. They really liked the mac&blue cheese- if you don't like blue cheese, I would steer clear! Portions were good. I guess stick to the steaks! The vanilla/sprinkles circular layered birthday cake with a huge sparkler candle was awesome! It WAS included-complimentary, and it was a large portion!!

We decided on 1845 Taste Texas to celebrate our anniversary and it turned out to be a great choice!…read more We had a great meal, but what stands out to me the most was the service. When we arrived the team of hosts was welcoming and seated us right away. Our server was exceptionally professional and really enhanced our meal by taking the time to talk through the menu and really present all our options. We also had the manager stop by to ensure everything was going well. That is the level of service you hope for at any restaurant but it is quite rare these days. How was the food you say? Darn tasty!! We had the Pork Chop which had a great smoke flavor and glaze on it. We also had the Scalloped Potatoes, Fries, Jalapeño Mac and Cheese, Grilled Zucchini, and Brussels Sprouts. Every item was fresh and well seasoned and had a great flavor. We finished with the Peach Cobbler and Cinnamon Ice Cream which was a true treat. If you want an outstanding meal paired with exemplary service then you just found the right place. You need to get in here!

Fantastic place to go for Texas pork chop! One of the best pork chop I've had. Also there is a…read morefried quail appetizer- get it! It's amazing!!!!! Lightly breaded and fried with so much flavor. Let's go back to the pork chop- it was a smoked pork chop with fantastic flavor as well. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommend making a reservation and don't be late- if you are running late to your reservation give him a call. It's also located in acute area where you can walk around afterwards too if you go on a Saturday night sometimes there's like music on that lawn just across the street.

We went for my best friend's birthday. I can't tell you how great of an experience we had!!!First…read morethe service is top notch, they cater to you and very friendly staff. It's got a luxurious feel without feeling pretentious. The meats were delicious! I loved how they cook it both, rare and medium. I just love my stuff super rare so I loved that. The top sirloin was my favorite of all the meats. Loved loved the roasted cinnamon pineapple. Paired it with the custard/flan and it was perfection! Last think was the potato salad was one of the best I've ever had, so good. The salad bar was nice and made a salad that I wash I had taken a pic of as all the produce was so fresh. Loved their huge tomatoes. I just can't say enough about this place. It's a hidden gem! Can't wait to go back!!!

Unfortunately, I wasn't very impressed with our experience at Vila Brazil. We made a reservation…read morefor a party of 14, but our group still couldn't sit together. The restaurant is very small and has only one toilet in the women's restroom and one in the men's, which is especially inconvenient when serving large parties. The fried bananas were flavorless, drinks do not come with refills, and they don't have cups with lids for children to help prevent accidental spills. The chicken lasagna from the salad bar was good, and the fresh limeade was definitely a highlight. At $40 per person, it is about $10-$15 cheaper than some competitors, but the lower price was reflected in the overall experience. I would rather spend a little more elsewhere for better accommodations and a more enjoyable group dining experience.

Easy choice! Great staff, food and overall always a good dining experience…read more They offer a nice happy hour with cocktails, wine, beer and a short menu of good appetizers. There is a regular crowd that seems to show up here so it's interesting to people watch. My favorite dishes are the Spicy Popcorn Shrimp and their Prime Rib French dip Sandwich.

Pretty restaurant with fresh seafood. Had lunch here and tried their branzino which was one of the…read morespecials. It was delish! We also tried the butter cake and that was so good! I'd love to try the oysters on my next visit. Also this is situated in a center with other restaurants and coffee shops so it's easy to pop around.