R + D Kitchen is always one of my staple restaurants in Dallas. The food and service is always very consistent and it has probably my favorite appetizers in town. I always start with the dip duo (guacamole and pimento cheese dips) with fresh tortilla chips and the deviled eggs which are easily some of the best in town...and I order deviled eggs WHEREVER I go. The service is good without being pushy and there always seems to be a crowd here no matter what time of day. I haven't found a main dish that I'm particularly found of. The wild mushroom meatloaf sounds good in theory but it comes out mushy more than anything. The chicken meatballs and spaghetti have been overly dry each time I've tried them. With that said, the seared ahi salad is a winner with beets, goat cheese, marcona almonds and more goodies. The sushi is surprisingly good but a bit overpriced and not filling enough for what it is - if you're going down the sushi path, try it as an appetizer to share. I'd be perfectly happy feasting on appetizers and a salad from here any day of the week. read more

We had a really good experience here. First, I love the decor, which is great. We wanted to sit outside but all the tables were taken. The inside decor is so great we weren't really let down. We started with some drinks (I had an old-fashioned, which was delicious), and my wife grilled the bartender to get some sort of special beverage. The food was amazing too. I agree with the others that you should definitely get the deviled eggs. I had the pan-fried fish and my wife had the pulled pork sandwich. I'd recommend either highly, and would go back to try the other things as well. Overall, I think it's a great place to go grab a casual bite or drink. Check it out. read more

I will start out by saying we drove south from Frisco to try this exceptionally well reviewed 5 star spot in Preston Center/University Park. I was so looking forward to the Veggie Burger and was extremely disappointed when I was told they took it off the menu 2 days ago. The replacement was a sandwich with cucumber, tomato, greens and goat cheese...REALLY ? That is no replacement for that fabulous Veggie Burger which happened to be the all time best Veggie Burger I have ever had anywhere. The one at Cheesecake Factory is up there but in no way as fabulous. I will trust that the replacement will not be popular and they will bring back the Veggie Burger. We started out with the deviled eggs which were very good but I believe I can do just as well with mine by adding the minced celery. We then ordered the chicken meatballs and they were really exceptional. The tomato sauce was well prepared with lovely fresh ingredients. After reviewing the other menu choices I settled on the pan seared lemon sole served with an amazing coleslaw and a sliced Campari tomato. Everything was really perfectly prepared and the tartar sauce far exceeded the usual. My lunch buddy, Terry, ordered the Reuben sandwich and said it was the best he had ever tasted. It looked fabulous ! I noticed that several other people close to us had ordered the same. The sushi looks absolutely amazing and was so beautifully presented. I will venture into the sushi next time I visit this spot. This a great spot for interesting and well prepared food. We both enjoyed it and will be back again with hopes of the Veggie Burger makes a come back by popular demand. The pulled pork sandwich will probably be Terry's choice on our next trip. If anyone knows where a great Veggie Burger can be found....PLEASE let me know. I am having a serious craving for one after today. read more

R+D was very good. The wait was a while but I don't mind drinking a lot at a bar. Interior was like any other Houston's you've been to and the food was really good. Sushi rolls apps were good..Rainbow roll looked and tasted fantastic. Burgers are large and good and would go there for lunch just for the burger. I had Carnitas and it wasn't the best I've ever had but it was tastey, big, and good. I'd order it again. The best thing about R+D is I saw my childhood hero...The Golden Brett....Brett Hull.......anyways, R+D is good food in good atmosphere. read more

Sunday lunch on the patio and near perfect weather. Start with our server Shirin--she was awesome! Wife and I ordered a California Roll and a Rainbow Roll, hand cut fries and two glasses of wine. They were all superb, particularly the fries!!! And fries go with everything, certainly these fries... don't miss out. Will definitely return and yes, highly recommend. read more

Highly over-rated. The restaurant is decorated well, and the staff was very polite and attentive. Went on a double date on a Tuesday, the restaurant was fairly busy but were able to get a table right away. We ordered a round of drinks before we looked at the menu, the girl and I ordered a Moscow mule, the guys ordered a Manhattan and old fashioned. The drinks arrived about 10 minutes later, the Moscow Mules tasted like a very limey margarita; with absolutely no ginger or mint and the Manhattan, came in a dirty glass that had lipstick on the rim. Our waiter didn't seem to be used to people complaining about drinks/dirty glasses and was a little taken aback. Fresh drinks were brought to the table and I must admit, the old fashioned I ordered as replacement, was one of the best I have had. The menu is extremely limited and the prices were fairly high for what was available. My salad was $19.00 and was made with chicken. Salmon was ordered at a medium temperature but it actually came out well done, it wasn't taken back due to the drink situation we had earlier. All in all, it was okay - I do not believe I will go back unless its for a work event or the like. read more

Had crispy chicken sandwich and fries for a filling lunch. The service was professional and our waitress was a good conversation.

This is truly an enigma wrapped up in a riddle. Picking through the menu is the strangest experience. it's so narrow and limited I kept looking for another page with the goods. Nope. I liked the deviled eggs. Interesting. Overall things seemed healthy and the steak we had was pretty good. I can honestly say they've got 1/3 of a great restaurant in the works here. Definitely a scene type place. I'd bet if it was located in uptown or downtown near a couple law firms it would be a real meat market. Somehow in Preston Center, it just seems oddly out of place. read more

This place has changed. Take the bar. It's all gay men (I love gay men), so if you are a gay man go here. You'll score a nice doctor or a lawyer for sure! The bar use to serve a good stiff drink, now...not so much. They stock their bar with a weird off brand. This last visit I asked for Hendricks and tonic and they didn't have it, or anything close, so the very young bartender substituted Hendricks for some lavender floral gin that smelled and tasted like perfume-floor cleaner. So I ordered a Cosmo, it was cherry red, instead of the icy light pink I so enjoy. So beware. I'm not sure how much the menu has changed since my last visit a while back, but everything coming out of the kitchen was now piled high (enough food on every plate to feed a small village) lots of fries, burgers and could it have been meatloaf? I ordered a sushi appie - I didn't eat it. It wasn't fresh. I then ordered a salad that was uneventful, not their specialty I guess. I began to get really crowded, and families with kids were coming in by the bus loads, but I have to wonder what everyone is standing in line for? The hungry man special (7346 calories = quantity over quality) or the great bathrooms? read more

Waited nearly an hour for a table as I watched 2 parties, who just walked up, be seated. When I asked about my table I was told that they had taken me off the list because they thought we were sitting at the bar, however I never told them to take me off the list. I was offer to speak to a manager and she told me that the 2 parties, that just walked up and were seated before us, made reservations however they do not take reservations. After I was seated the waitress told me she didn't feel comfortable serving us drinks because she felt that my mother must've had too much to drink, however we had been waiting for our table for an hour and ordered 1 drink. She said that she knew we had been waiting a long time and that we ordered 1 drink at the bar but this was just her feeling and offered for us to speak to a manager. The same manager that lied to us about our table seating said that she supports her waitress's decision. This whole experience seemed very discriminatory and uncalled for. They were very unprofessional. It felt very much like they were trying to get us t leave. I have been to R&D Kitchen and spent A LOT of money there over the years. I will never go back because of Meagan's very poor managing and customer service. read more

Been here twice now,once for lunch and this time for dinner on a Thursday night:)I do love the atmosphere here,food is very good too,good wine selection. Service isn't the the the fastest but will do. Probably coming back. read more

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I can not believe you won't allow your employees to wear masks. You should require it! We are loyal customers but no more. I won't put myself or my family not to mention your employees who are also valuable humans at risk! Your meatloaf isn't worth my life or theirs! Get over yourselves and make everyone wear a mask. read more

Love R&D! The food is always amazing- particularly the sushi. The staff was a bit rude though, both at the bar and our waitress. read more

R+D Kitchen - New American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

I came again for breakfast and it was much earlier than my last visit so it wasn't as crowded. Service was done well. I am ecstatic to tell you about the new menu item I tried. I ordered the sunrise stack or was it called the sunny side stack, either way it was a big hit with me. It was a stack of a cornmeal waffle on the bottom with shaved ham, Havarti cheese and a suuny side up egg atop it all. That, my friends was delish! The waffle on the bottom was small enough and delicately sweet to compliment the other guests that came together for the party in my mouth. One side note: They got a new espresso machine so the cappuccino was curiously strong. We had to get more milk added. Just a little FYI Carrot cake was just as Delicious as I remembered. read more

Wow, this place is off the charts delish! Super flavorful dishes with a twist. I've been here twice with my parents for lunch and we were blown away both times. My dad is a very critical and picky eater, so when he asked if we could go back when they came into town I was pleasantly surprised! But I of course obliged. The rubenesque and the carnitas sandwich are so flavorful. The meatball appetizer is also great. My dad and I get the 2 sandwiches I mentioned and go halfsies so we can enjoy both! My mom got the fish both times and loved it. The atmosphere is nice and open, and the service is great. The sandwiches are a la carte so we got fries for the table both times. The spicy mayo and thousand island dipping sauces added a nice flare to the fries, and even the peppered ketchup made it all just a little more special and unique. This place is a must try. read more

Rude staff. I called from outside the restaurant as I was on my way to the area. We were around the corner, up the street and asked what the wait was. They told me "no wait at all, less than 5 minutes". We pulled into the parking lot and walked inside. Upon giving our name, we were told it was upwards of 30 minutes. I said "I literally just called... How can that be? It was less than 3 minutes ago. You're telling me that all of these hoards of people materialized out of thin air?" The guy just started at me and said "yyyeeeeaaaahhhh". The people who were with me said "I'm sensing definite attitude here. Let's just go." We left and spent a bunch on brunch down the street at a different concept and made sure it was NOT owned by hillstone. Won't be back. Ever. Rude staff and policies of lying to get people in the door. No wait my eye. Ridiculous. read more

If I am in Dallas for lunch then this is where I generally go. Can't help but have the fish and slaw or maybe roasted chicken with whatever seasonal side is coming with it. Never been unhappy here. The service I have received has been stellar. Equal to that of Craft in their prime with back-waiters and so many people giving you attention without even noticing it. I recommend it to anyone looking for a good place to eat. Nothing fancy, no crazy ingredients. Just good food. Don't understand any complaints about price or sides on reviews. You are not ordering blind. Prices are on the menu and most everything is around the 20 dollar range. Great place for meetings or intimate dinner/lunch. Treat your self to lunch here and then walk across the way to Sprinkles for a cupcake. Pumpkin with cream cheese icing if they have it. Not a bad day. read more

Run by the same people that run Houstons, R&D is a solid well run, restaurant. After going to a bunch of half-assed places, sometimes it's nice to go to a place run by professionals. From the moment I walked in and was greeted by the hostess to the moment I left I was surrounded by professionals doing their jobs well. Our server, Donna, was great. My two dining companions had the seared tuna salad which they both thought was fantastic. I had, uncharacteristically, the goat cheese omelette and a glass of chardonnay. I thoroughly enjoyed both. Normally I'm a meat and potatoes guy, but I thought I'd switch it up. Overall, I'm a fan, I enjoy coming here, and I'll probably do it again. read more

Cafe R+D is the most forgotten and under rated restaurant I can think of. Poor little R+D. It lays in the shadows of Houstons figuratively and literally. The Cafe and Houstons are both owned by hillside restaurant group. While strikingly similar they are also strikingly different. Next time you get an itch to go to your old comfort zone of Houston's, come here instead! You won't be disappointed. The ceilings are low and the wood is rich looking. Modern looking but warm and inviting as well. The bar is expansive with tons of seating. If you are wanting wine before and/or during your meal you are in the right place. They have a great eclectic selection at AMAZING prices. You can't go wrong with a good table Pinot Noir for 38 bucks. All of the bartenders are so cool and friendly that I often opt out to eat at the bar alone or with company. Food wise, the quality is top notch and while the menu is small it is extremely diverse. From sushi to omelets to meatloaf and deviled eggs, and all being delish. The meatloaf is my favorite here of all time next to my own. As far as sushi being on the menu, ya... it's kinda random BUT... good lord... it is great. Our server told me that the guy from nobu rolls here as well. This would explain the crisply rolled rolls. Tight and perfect. Go for the mango tuna roll. The sushi makes a great starter. If they happen to have the salmon when you go GET IT... so crispy on the outside and flaky in the middle. The portions here are big though, so bring your appetite! I really hope R+D thrives. I love this place. read more

Like it's neighboring sibling Houston's, there's much to dig about R+D. In this, the second installation of the eatery, (the first is located in hip and breezy Newport Beach), one is enthused to choose between sushi, sandwiches, salads, and then some. The café boasts appetizers such as hearty guacamole and a rich queso dip with spicy jalapeño, plus the daring offering of deviled eggs. Herbivores will nosh happily on R+D's generous selection of greens, such as the chopped Asian chicken salad, proclaimed as one of their most popular offerings. Other fave fare includes the carnitas sandwich, piled high with juicy pork tenderloin, picked cabbage slaw, and avocado slices and served with skinny matchstick fries. The Reubenesque is also an R+D must; a winner of a 'wich with corned beef and baby Swiss on toasted corn rye...oh my! Pan fried fish with sautéed spinach, as well as wild mushroom meatloaf with corn-studded mashed potatoes are dishes that aptly amp the southern comfort quotient of this multitudinous menu. An extensive wine list rounds out dining that is real+delightful. read more

This place is wonderful. Wonderful wonderful wonderful. Here is why: -We have a favorite waiter that always has a table saved for us when we give him a few days notice that we are coming. -EVERYTHING i have ordered is eye-rolling good, even the sauce they give you for french fries. -Very attentive service. -The building and architecture is beautiful. recommended lunch items: -potato salad -fries -pork sandwich (I can't think of the name they call it) -deviled eggs -sushi read more

Damn. We have been going here for years, and last night, changes all around. The mashed potatoes were missing the cabbage, the spinach was uninspiring. Service was very average. The seasoning on the steak was different... tasted like they had added allspice or corriander. The spice on the tuna in the Mediterranean salad was cumin or something that tasted very strange. The salad itself was full of frise and had some awful potatoes in it. Sushi was good, but at 7:20, they were out of Osaka style. Come on! Let's go back to the Old R+D which was 5 stars every time. read more

Popular place. Good service. Reservation options for lunch 11:15am or 1:00pm the day we went. Salad, sushi (6pcs), two ice teas and a tip...$65. That's a little steep, not planning a return anytime soon. read more

Blah...nothing exciting. A lot of white folk enjoying bland food. Not impressed. Over staffed, zero personality. Typical corporate restaurant. Four bartenders and one guy, no idea his role, bar back maybe. Casey was my bartender and she was sweet. Food came out quickly. Highlight nothing. Priced for the rich white folk. I was too full to try the sushi. I had Deviled eggs and chicken meatballs. Blah. read more

R+D Kitchen - New American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

This restaurant is yet another runaway hit for Hillstone, the group which owns Houston's. R+D is an ode to the midcentury period, with its clean lines, and wooden structure. The food is friendly, clean and does not take itself too seriously. The deviled eggs are scrumptious, the sushi is fresh, the chicken meatballs and pasta are healthy and satisfying, and my husband and my father both tell me the Reuben sandwich is heaven. The salads are not too fussy or fatty. The one thing I have to say I am not a fan of is their fish, which often times they lather with olive oil, and it makes it look as though it can still swim. If you want to finish the meal with a grin that will last you all day, the banana cream pie with its velvety texture and hidden chocolate crunch is a must. read more

Very stuffy and non-progressive place. Hot summer mid Saturday went there to have lunch, walked in and told ladies can wear tank tops but men cannot. Told they won't serve us because a man had a tank top on, but the lady in a tank top was o.k. Talk about gender inequality! Discrimination!!!! Disgusting!!! read more

When there are too many people at nearby Houston's, this place is a great place to spill-over to. Still, even though it is probably a B option to Houston's, it stands on its own. While the main dishes are super, don't overlook the sides: the fries are fantastic, potato salad is amazing (Germanic style), deviled eggs... they are all wonderful. The Ahi Tuna Tartare is really fantastic. So is the steak salad. I can understand those who might smite it as an overpriced diet Houston's, it sort of is. However, the food is very, very good. To the wonderful high standard of the average Dallas high-end eatery. read more

One of my favorite date night spots with my boyfriend! We always split the cheeseburger and frittes, which is amazingly delicious and the perfect portion as well as the thai tuna sushi roll which is so unusual but so yummy. I especially like the crunch from the nuts they add in there, which really makes it stand apart from every other standard boring sushi roll. Ambience is great, parking is readily available and we've never had to wait too long for a table! read more

R+D is one of the best, easiest places for a nicer lunch that won't empty out your wallet. Their streamlined menu is mirrored in the way the restaurant is set up. Clean lines, strong and tasteful materials. Like their salads and sandwiches. Crisp, bold, tasty. I especially love the seared tuna salad, which comes with baby beets, potatoes, chevre and mixed greens. The tuna has a pepper crust that is delectable. And of course, the salad comes with one of R+D's amazing deviled eggs. I've tried almost everything on their itty-bitty menu, and it is always good and I am always satisfied. The rubenesque sandwich is to die for, thanks to their slaw (which you've no doubt had at Houston's--I mean Hillstone). I even like their cocktails at R+D; they're simple and mild, good for sipping and enjoying. This restaurant is a great, solid standard for me. read more

Two words cream pie. This place is typically a drinks type of place. However, I am not a drinker. I did however enjoy the appetizers and a dessert. The banana cream pie was all amazing. read more

Good, trendy spot for a light dinner in the highland park area near Preston and the north toll. Spotted a local TV celebrity at the bar! Great service! Busy on the weekend! Mid priced for snacks and nibble. Feels like you're on a big boat! Cool vibe and atmosphere. Good and filling Reuben sandwich and Parmesan crisps! Seared tuna salad was good! read more

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R & D kitchen is SO good. They have great appetizers and even made my drink special for me! The pulled pork sandwich ... Is literally amazing. Go here for lunch and drinks and sushi !! But try and sit outside it was cold in there... The patio looked much better. read more

R+D Kitchen - Tequila, fresh grapefruit and Sprite! - New American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Came here while in Plano for buisiness, and a friend hyped this place up like no other. Thats not always a good thing to do because it leaves you with high expectations that isnt always delivered. This was the case here... Food was good...but wasnt amazing. The location was small, and honestly I thought it was a bit too overpriced. Def not good for big crowds. I came with a group of 10 and we had to sit at 2 different ends of the restaurant. read more

What a pleasant surprise! This place would probably be a solid five were it not for the slightly off-balance price-to-taste ratio. Definitely the best deviled eggs I've ever had, but it's not like there's a competitive market for them. The burger was absolutely delicious and getting the whole thing to fit in my mouth was a technical feat as it resembles a high-rise thanks to the thick patty and layers of fresh vegetables. The sushi was original and delicious. Every plate we ordered was both familiar and exciting. I'll be back to sip on some of their cocktails. read more

I was not impressed. Yes the atmosphere is lovely, but if the food isn't up to par then what's the point? We (the boyfriend and I) ordered a California roll and it wasn't just nott;not good" it was GROSS. It really tasted like someone had rubbed a sweet pickle all over it. Now I've had quite a bit of sushi and I've never tasted ANYTHING like this. There's supposed to be a vinegar dressing in the rice but no sushi that's crossed my palate has even come close to this. Also, the texture of the rice was wrong, wrong, wrong. It was compacted so much it was almost hard and it was ice cold like they'd prepared the sushi hours ago and just now sliced it. For more than ten bucks for a simple California roll? Seriously, I've had better from a grocery store! After one bite I was done - it was hard enough to swallow that. As for the main course... well it was better, but that's really not saying much. For nearly twenty bucks I expect a simple chicken and grain (West of Paris Chicken) to sing - or at least hum. This was way out of tune. The chicken was almost dry and nearly flavorless and the tablouleh was very overdressed to compensate (again to much vinegar). Fortunately, my boyfriend's dish was very nice. He got the market pasta, which was a spaghetti with chicken meatballs and broccoli last night. The noodles were perfect and the sauce was well balanced. If the whole meal had been like his dish I'd be very pleased. The saving grace was that the waitress was very kind to us. She was prompt, polite, and understanding. She's the only reason for the second star. Kate M. and Megan B. are right - go to Houston's! read more

3.5 Stars, but I'll round up to 4. The interior looks like Hillstone (fron across the parking lot), and vice versa. My friend and I came in for lunch. We shared the appetizer of guacamole and pimento cheese. It was so good! We totally could have ordered another plate, but we didn't want to spoil our lunch! I ordered the ahi tuna salad. It was pretty good. The serving size was just right. The tuna needed more seasoning. It came with a half deviled egg. It tasted alright. I had no idea, so for appetizers I ordered another side of deviled eggs- 2 whole eggs, 4 halves total. Too much deviled eggs. Service was great. One thing I would like to change about this restaurant is that they should serve water in a larger glass, and with a straw. read more

I've about had it with food. I mean, what's the deal with it? The proliferation of goofy diets with 80 billion variations and chefs who open single syllable restaurants trying to outdo the other single syllable restaurants with "eclectic for the sake of being eclectic" sounding menu items. Frozen Custard Duck Confit. Braised Apple Roasted Pork Lamb Chop Au Gratin. Stuffed Beef Bone Manicotti. Or, whatever. And that's not even considering portion sizes, where more always trumps less. Why have a quarter pound of ribs when you can have a whole pound for only $5 more? Who cares if you don't eat it all, take it home and let it rot in your fridge. I'm pretty sure those things are the exact opposite of what R+D is going for. They make a handful of things, and they do them well. That should be everyone's model for living. Pick a thing or two and do them better than 99% of the population. Plus, the ever generic "studies" tell us that more choice leads to less happiness, because you're left wondering what could've been, or some dumb shit like that. Since R+D rejects the notion of giving its diners infinite menu options, the handful of things they do do (see what I did there?), they do really well. And I mean that with all sincerity, REALLY well. I'm not sure I've had a bad thing here, except for a thing the girl who agreed to marry me had that she didn't like because it wasn't what she was expecting. But no big deal, they weren't offended, they just brought something else. Not that it matters much, but if you just pay attention to the table you're sitting at and the numerous 30 to 40 to 50 to 60 somethings sitting at the bar trying their best to be seen, you might miss the subtle, but artistic architecture inside. Here's a tip: look up. If you're not impressed, you're either a robot, a commie, both, or a person without a soul. I only highlight this to re-emphasize, if I haven't already, the attention to detail that seems to go in to everything this place does. Some places don't give too much of a shit what the inside of their building looks like. They want the food to say everything. R+D wants both, and they pull it off quite well. read more

It's been a couple years since I last visited R+D. I used to frequent this spot a lot for work lunches but am rarely in the area now. However, this week I had a coworker fly into Love Field around lunch so I took the opportunity to stop by. Not much has changed... And that is a good thing. R+D is still a popular lunch spot with relatively little seating- expect a half hour wait at noon. They do have a small counter overlooking the kitchen where individuals can be seated quickly. There is also a bar with open seating; I would guess that has about 2 dozen seats, of which maybe a revolving quarter of were available during the hour I was there. The menu is brief but there is still something everyone will enjoy. I deviated from my normal sandwich order and tried the seared ahi tuna Mediterranean salad. WOW! Hands down the best ahi salad I've ever had. The tuna steak was PERFECTLY cooked with a delicious peppered crust. And the vinaigrette provided an amazing blend of acidity with a hint of sweetness. Although busy, the service is friendly, attentive, and professional. Throw in drink, tax, and tip and expect to spend $20-30 per person. read more

Excellent Sushi. Thai Tuna quite unique, with toasted macadamia nuts... yum. Good stuff. Great place for date night, though crowded and loud as early as 7 on a Fri. We'll be back! read more

R+D Kitchen - Thai Tuna... Thaistey! - New American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Wow, really good! I expected it to be good because I had remembered going here 4-5 years ago and anything that stays around that long is probably good. The dip duo was 10 bucks but completely worth it. It has fresh guacamole and a pimento jalepano dip. The brisket sandwich was incredible. One of the best I have ever had and that is saying something because I eat alotta pork sandwiches. The flavors blended in the sandwich. You are eating slaw, pickled onions, avocado, cheese, pork and mayo but it taste like one wholesome ingredient. It is really good. The bbq-sauce-like-sauce completes the sandwich. read more

R+D Kitchen - Pork sandwich - highly, highly recommended - New American Near Me - Dallas, Texas