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Perfect for a birthday celebration! Food 4/5: the food was pretty good! The menu is pretty simple and they have specials on certain days which is nice. We got truffle fries, Alfredo pasta (forgot the name), and Bianca pizza. They ever brought out a cake for me Service 5/5: the waiter was great, she took care of us and helped give recs on what to get for food and drinks! Ambiance 5/5: we went on a Monday so it not packed at all. It's very cute and great for a calm vibe and celebration. Feels very intimate Parking: there's a parking lot across the street, have to pay.
A cute vibe for girls night but is on the pricier side. Pasta was just okay. Would probably get something else next time. The restaurant was very hot while we were dining in. It was about 7 pm on a Friday night in the summer so a bit understandable but really inconvenienced our experience. The waiter was attentive and fixed our wobbling table. Drinks were a bit on the sweet side even after sending one back. I had higher expectations going in but would say it was okay overall.
We came here for a birthday. It's a beautiful restaurant with great service but very pricey. Foods were amazing, so I guess it's one of those you get what you pay for. The cocktails were also very good. My filet was absolutely perfection!
Came in on a Saturday afternoon and the vibes were quiet and chill. Lots of soft natural lighting inside. We had 3 delicious beverages (they have a mocktail menu!) but the tequila/wine/cola drink was our favorite--such an interesting combo! We shared the the lamb rack plate and margarita pizza. The lamb was beautifully cooked and the veggies it came with were so yummy. We also enjoyed the pizza as it was light and fresh. We had excellent attentive service the whole way through. There's valet in the parking lot across the street and the restaurant offers a discount on valet services.
I kept seeing LYLA all over my feed so I finally went, and honestly it does feel like you're not even in Dallas, it's very like Italian beach club vibes. Service was actually really good, everyone was super nice and even the general manager came over to check on us which I didn't expect. We got the burrata first and that was easily one of my favorite things. It's not just a plain burrata, it comes with a bunch of stuff like prosciutto, pistachios, some orange slices, way more going on than I thought. It's also pretty big so you can share it. And it comes with sliced sourdough bread that's grilled with olive oil and that part... so good, I loved it. Then we got the cacio e pepe with shrimp. The pasta tasted fresh, like actually homemade, and we added shrimp, it only came with three but they were huge and cooked perfectly. It also had a little truffle in there which made it even better. We also tried the salmon with quinoa and that one surprised me, the sauce under it was really good and they got the temperature right, I asked for medium and it came out perfect. Cocktails were nice too, they have a lot of options and everything looked really good. Overall I'd go back for sure. It's more about the vibe than just the food. I've heard their brunch is really popular too so I wanna try that next.
Celebrated their Galentine's Dinner special: purchase a drink, receive a meal for free. I purchased the Be Mine drink. Really cute and perfectly mix flavors. Not too strong, not too weak. The food was yummy! Small bite plates but really good food and flavors. Service was quick then slow then quick then slow again that was confusing. Nevertheless our waitress was wonderful when present. Explained the special in detailed, explain the small plates and offered to bring the regular menu out. I'd definitely try the restaurant again to get a true feel for the service and food on a regular non-special night. One sour note was the parking. The parking said $7. Upon requesting the car to pay it stated $39. When given the code for validation it reduce it to $8.81, not $7! Why is there fees attached to parking??? That's crazy and not cool. But anyways...I'd go back
Oh boy.... our party of 9 had a reservation scheduled for 9:15pm Saturday night. Our party arrived as early as 8:30p with the last guests (birthday girl & driver) arrived right at 9:15p. We were told our table was not ready -- because they'd given it to a non-reservation group of women (yes, them) -- so we'd have to wait a little longer. A little longer became 45 minutes. We were not sat until 10:15p!!! Once sat, it took about 15 minutes to even get our drink orders so at the same time, we ordered our dinner. A bartender named Stefanie came to our table and brought us a bottle of Prosecco we did NOT ask for and proceeded to tell the waitress she gave us a bottle (for free) yet the manager overheard them and said no, we cannot do that. FINE! Come get the bottle off our table since it hasn't been opened. Do you think she did that? No. She continued to ignore our table. Everything took FOREVER -- while most of the patrons were GONE out of the restaurant. We didn't receive checks until 11:08p (no exaggeration). Food was absolutely MID. A pepperoni pizza shouldn't taste so stale after being freshly made. I felt discriminated against the entire night at this place. Not a fan, won't be back. My sisters, if you know, YOU KNOW. Enjoy these photos of the birthday girl!
Honestly, I wasn't super impressed with Lyla's. I've seen so many people rave about it so I was excited to finally try it. Service was great and I did like the ambience of the restaurant, but overall it felt overhyped. We started with the Brussels sprouts which were probably the best part of the meal. For dinner, we ordered the Italian chopped salad, truffle pepperoni pizza, and feta salmon. Everything was decent, just nothing that really stood out or made me want to rush back.
The restaurant is gorgeous and definitely has the Instagram aesthetic. We went for brunch and service was quick. They had a separate brunch cocktail and food menu on top of their normal menu. The standout items to me were the salmon, truffle fries, and cocktails. The mimosa flight is a good deal and they were generous with the juice options. We got a steak & egg pizza which I was really excited for but ended up being extremely disappointed because what came out was a pizza with scrambled eggs and some pieces of steak with a mountain of arugula on top. Which would be fine but the menu description calls out "sunny side up eggs".
Easter Brunch here with fam! Good service - good food - good drinks! My Espresso Martinis were yummy - and the decor of this little restaurant is really good vibes!
We were excited to try Lyla but overall left disappointed. The service was very slow / no one came to our table for 30 minutes after sitting down. Finally one of us got up to go find someone. Food was cold and not fresh, lacked flavor. Cocktails were syrupy and overly sweet. Ambiance was nice but doesn't make up for other aspects, hopefully they improve in the future
Galentine's at Lyla I attended a Galentine's Event at Lyla and it was cute & very on theme with girly vibes & definitely giving soft, pretty, photo-op energy. They offered a "complimentary" 3-course snack experience with the purchase of a drink. I don't recall the drink purchase being advertised when the promotion was first announced, but we proceeded with the experience anyway. I ordered the "Peach No Party" mocktail (peach purée, raspberry, citrus) which was refreshing, light, and perfect for a no-alcohol night. Now let's talk food The Truffle Fries were delicious ,crispy, flavorful, and easily my favorite bite of the night. The Chicken Picatta was very flavorful and paired well with the side salad that accompanied the plate. I will say... I was expecting pasta and a slightly bigger portion. But taste was on point. The portion however, could've been more generous. The cupcake was a NO GO for me. It was hard and tasted very store-bought and refrigerated. That was the only real miss. Overall, I do like the concept they were attempting to achieve. It felt thoughtful and curated for a fun girls' night out. I would definitely try them again especially if the portions get a little upgrade. Cute concept. Good flavor. Just needs a little refinement.
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3 months ago
This place is definitely cute! We got three appetizers the burrata, crispy Brussels, and the truffle fries. Burrata was fine. The crispy brussels were good, everyone at the table agreed! Big hit. The truffle fries were disappointing... according to the reviews this was actually one of their top items on the menu but they came out soggy and cold. For my entree I ordered the spicy orecchiette, it was okay, not super flavorful or anything. I added salmon and it was cooked well. The pasta was a little "spicy" but I love spice so I didn't mind. The broccolini I ordered was overcooked and tasted burnt. The food took so long they were practically closed when it finally arrived. They didn't seem too busy.. we came on a random weekday. We also sat outside. The server was very friendly and nice. But overall, I wouldn't be back here. Nothing stood out to me and nothing was amazing in my opinion. read more
1 year ago
Lyla - Dallas, TX This was such a beautiful and memorable lunch experience! The restaurant itself is aesthetically stunning--bright, elegant, and totally picture-worthy. It's one of those places that makes you feel like you're somewhere special the moment you walk in. Our server, Anissa, was amazing from start to finish. She recommended the mule Midnight in Paris and it was honestly one of the best I've had. I ordered the Italian chopped salad with grilled chicken, and it was so fresh and flavorful. My friends had the Spaghetti Pomodoro with the lamb meatballs and everyone had clean plates--no complaints! Anissa went above and beyond to give us a great first-time experience, even bringing out a special dessert that hadn't hit the menu yet for our occasion. On top of that, the manager was also super kind and attentive, which just added to the warm, thoughtful service. Lyla gave luxury, comfort, and great food all in one--I'm already planning my next visit. read more
5 months ago
8 months ago
Natali was the BEST!!!!!! She was so sweet and Made everyones expectations. We had an amazing time and she made our night. read more
1 year ago
Went here with a group of 4 girlfriends on a Friday night. It was quite difficult to get a reservation, and they had a very steep charge for no shows. There was still a long wait for us to get seated even after we arrived for our reservation, but upon walking in the ambience is incredible and very vibey. The pasta itself was tasty, but not the best I've had. My girlfriends and I all shared plates and the portions were generous. Wine was reasonably priced as well. I'd definitely come back for the ambience alone, but the food wasn't anything over the top. read more
1 year ago
Starting off the decor is so beautiful! The drinks fell a bit flat in terms of strength and taste. We loved the truffle fries, whipped eggplant and the pasta! Chocolate cake was delectable . Service was a bit slow but it was also a busy Friday night, I get that. read more
I tried Lyla for the first time and if I'm being honest, it didn't quite live up to my expectations. I had heard so many good things about this place and it was highly recommended. The food was great, but something about the service was just off. We arrived and there was 1 person ahead of us that seemed to have difficulties with their reservation. We stood there 5 minutes or more with not even an acknowledgment or a quick "we'll be with you ladies in a moment." Our server was great. He was so knowledgeable and gave great recommendations, but everyone else that we interacted with that evening was just lacking. We waited quite a while for truffle fries and they came out cold. The person who brought them to our table walked away rather quickly so we had to wait a bit before we could even tell anyone that they were brought to us cold. The whipped eggplant was delicious and the brussel sprouts were great as well. Something about the service just seemed really slow. Then our dessert was brought out by someone else and I immediately asked if we could have 3 spoons since we were sharing. The employee told me that we had to ask our server for that. We didn't see our server for another 5+ minutes. It just seemed quite rude and unnecessary to have to wait for my server to get silverware. Why was that employee not able to assist? Like I said, the food was great so maybe service was just subpar that night. I'd be more than willing to try again. The restaurant was absolutely beautiful and there was so much more on the menu that I wanted to try. read more
1 year ago
Lyla was pretty good!! We got their whipped eggplant and burrata to start. I loveeeeeeed the whipped eggplant but thought the burrata was nothing special. For entrees we split spicy orecchiette pasta and Caesar salad. The salad was delish and the croutons were fun. The pasta was great, good heat and perfectly cooked noodles. The ambiance is very cute in there! Sadly we didn't love any of the drinks we got... their martinis are tiny (not even filled to the top of the glass) and we couldn't taste any alcohol in it which is shocking for a martini. Thought it was an expensive drink for what we got. read more
15 days ago
Starting off the rating of the food , it was all freshly made very good!, however the portions didn't fit the cost at all. I also had the grilled shrimp in which I devoured before taking a picture.. Service was good , our server did an amazing job on explaining the choices on the menu. Ambiance' nice it's small gives you a feel of a nice small Italian restaurant on the cobblestone of a Mexican village with a tropical setting. Parking you pay for in which I feel you shouldn't if I'm in your establishment already patronizing.. Will I go again, yes just if I'm in the mood for something light and refreshing and a taste for a different special cocktail. But this place is definitely overpriced for the portions you receive.. read more
This restaurant is so cute and I would definitely go back for the atmosphere! The food and drinks were pretty good and flavorful. I enjoyed their appetizer dishes more than the main pasta dishes. This seems like a trend for me for lot of these pretty restaurants where the small dishes are so much better than the entrees. Service was good and it was very busy on a weekday night (Thursday) so I would make reservations if you can! read more
2 years ago
My friend and I were looking for a cute place to have brunch when we came across Lyla on Instagram. The restaurant's interior and exterior are very pretty; I love the aesthetic. We ordered the brunch sandwich, the truffle carbonara, and a few cocktails. Both the dishes and drinks were great. Overall, the staff was super friendly, and they kept checking on us to see if we needed anything else. I don't believe there is free parking in the area, but we did valet the car, which I believe cost $7. read more
10 months ago
I just want to give a huge thank you to Bridjet and Stephany for going way above and beyond for me. I had flowers delivered here, and they arrived without a vase, which was stressful because it was for something important. What really stood out is that they technically don't even handle arrangements/deliveries like that, but they still stepped in with zero hesitation and helped me anyway. They found a vase, made sure everything was set up nicely, and genuinely saved the whole situation. Their kindness, effort, and professionalism deserve to be noticed. Bridjet and Stephany, I appreciate y'all more than you know. Please recognize them for their hard work. read more
Lyla is a coastal italian restaurant in Dallas that is well known for its picturesque aesthetics. The ambiance lived up to the hype and was perfect for a date night or evening gathering with friends. Overall, I thought the food was good but not great. We enjoyed the whipped egg plant as an appetizer then split the spaghetti bolognese and the truffle pepperoni pizza. I thought the pizza was great but that the pasta was ok. The service here was also just ok. Overall, I enjoyed going to Lyla but am not going to be quick to return. read more
1 year ago
Great looking place, but the Food (the reason you come), wasn't great. We came by for a light lunch and ordered the: Lobster Cannolini & Margarita Pizza The Pasta was very uninspired, lacking any real amount of Lobster, and the $30 price tag? 10 Bucks per piece of pasta... The Margarita Pizza seemed frozen? Hard to tell. The strange thing is that apparently they serve it with a plate of Eggs? Very confusing. They then attempted to charge us for the eggs, but removed the item from our ticket when questioned. Conclusion: money better spent elsewhere, unless you're coming for the Instagram factor. read more
I went to brunch here with my girlies and it did not disappoint! Usually when we go to brunch and the place is cute, we get disappointed by the food , but the food here was pretty good! The Spicy Orecchiette was very flavorful and spicy. Probably one of my favorite spicy vodka pastas I've had to date. The truffle carbonara was pretty good as well, but on the cheesier side, so for those of you who are lactose intolerant, I recommend bringing some lactaid! Beware their drinks are on the pricier side. The food and drinks came out pretty quickly, but we barely saw our server :( Overall, it's a good birthday brunch / girls brunch / date brunch place. Would love to come back and try it for dinner! read more
Food: pretty good, decent, presentation is beautiful. Drinks: a little pricey but worth it! If you get the spritzer they have a cute fruit bar where you can decorate your own drink. The truffle pasta was amazing! Service: they're really attentive and make sure you're well taken care of! Ambience: music selection is awwwesome! The place is really pretty and cute, had a lot of room for lots and lots of photo opportunity's. read more
2 years ago
I come here occasionally for my "table for 1" kind of nights. The ambiance is really nice and makes me feel like I'm on vacation! Menu is all around good, just wish the main entrees had some more oomph to them! Truffle fries are delicious and always a must for me :) read more
2 months ago
2 years ago
I lovedddd this place! I came with some of my family for my birthday. The ambiance is everything and I love the way the drinks come out, the presentation is up to par. The drinks were 10/10. The espresso martini was delicious. To start we got the crispy tuna which was sooo good. We ordered pizza which was sooo delicious and their steak with mashed potatoes for our entree. We didn't get any dessert, but it looked good. The service was pretty good as well. I would definitely come back to try other options. read more
8 months ago
8 months ago
Went to Lyla for a girls night and was highly disappointed with food considering the price of it all. Service (8/10): No complaints here, our waiter was friendly and attentive! Ambience: (10/10): Beautiful and trendy! Highly instagrammable place if that's your thing. Great for a date night or night out with friends. Food and value: (3/10) : For the cost of the food and the ambience and such, I definitely expected more. To start, they have a very limited menu so your options are basically, pasta, pizza, or an entree. The portions are small and honestly the flavors were just okay. Nothing that really wowed me or makes me say I want to come back. My friends who all ordered different dishes felt the same. It's all overpriced and mediocre tasting. The only thing that received rave reviews from the group was for the Salmon. Which I probably should've gotten instead. I got the Carbonara pasta (was okay and more flavorful than the one my friend got) my friend got the Spicy Orechiette pasta (pasta was over cooked and lukewarm, no flavor literally tasted like tomato sauce only). Two friends got pizzas and then one got the salmon. I think you pay for the ambience and IG posts here because the food isn't it. read more
8 months ago
Natali was amazinggggg!!!! She took amazing care of us for my friends birthday. She was very attentive and any question we had she was very descriptive about the plates. Next time I come I'll definitely ask for her! read more
Went here for a friends birthday. Service/staff was friendly and professional but very slow. Started with the Brussel sprouts and truffle fries, probably best part of the meal. Entrees were fine. I got the beet salad and it was really just beets, no lettuce and very very small amounts of cheese and maybe one piece of citrus. Pizza was good. Pasta was odd with the choice of noodles.. almost stuffed shell sized noodles, sauce was incredible, just the actual noodles were eh. Beautiful decor, But overall good, not incredible read more
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8 months ago
Wow!!!!! WHAT A HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE... first of all, the theme , decor & ambiance is very nice! Young crowd, mostly women , very 'instagrammable' place, with a Tulum/Cancún vibe but serving Italian cuisine =\ .. let me tell you food was so bad literally my boyfriend could not eat his pasta.. he ordered rock shrimp linguine, the pasta was overcooked, there was no seasoning but a bunch of lemon oil . The fig pizza was meh!.. for $18 i was expecting freshness & flavor but it lacked everything. We also Ordered crispy Brussels sprouts, flavor was good but extremely greasy , ordered the lump crab it had a weird taste.... Service was ok , the girl took 25min to bring a coke. .. im giving it 1 star for decor & ambiance. Oh by the way, make sure to validate your parking ticket.. valet is $35!!!!!!! I wouldn't recommend this place. read more
3 years ago
Service was excellent. Drinks were excellent. Food was ok. I went here for Valentine's Day with friends and I loved the ambiance and decor. They had a cute step and repeat wall for the holiday and gave everyone roses. Everyone enjoyed the drinks and even though we sat outside , it was cozy and still felt like we were in the restaurant. Summary of the dishes: The Rock shrimp linguine and the crispy rice tuna were pretty good. Branzino- absolutely get this if you like Branzino Steak- good, you can't go wrong with steak. Jidori chicken thighs- do not order this. I have never in my life had dry chicken thighs. Do you know how hard it is to dry out dark meat? The hazelnut pesto and frisée were bitter and I did not enjoy this at all. read more
3 months ago
2 years ago
Lyla is the absolute best. The food is amazing and reasonably priced. The waiters were extremely quick and responsive. The ambiance is great and the drinks here are amazing read more
7 months ago
9 months ago
7 months ago
First of all we flew from Florida to come to this place they did not disappoint us. The service was the bomb. The food was tasty so we had a blast so come and enjoy. It's a really cozy place very elegant. Our server was Natalie. She was really awesome. read more
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3309 McKinney Ave
Dallas, TX 75204
Uptown
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(214) 216-0575
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Can we bring balloons for birthday celebration?
I saw a group who did, but it wasn't very many maybe 2 or 3.
What is the difference between the dining room, lounge, and veranda?
The dining room is the main larger area, the lounge is closer to the bar with high tables and chairs but it doesn't really give bar vibes, in a good way. The veranda is outside close to sidewalk/street. The place is super cute.
What hours does brunch get serve?
Considering they open at 5pm everyday, I don't think they have brunch. Best to call and make sure. https://www.lylarestaurant.com/menu
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