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    The Charles

    4.5 (495 reviews)
    PriceyItalian
    Open 5:00 pm - 11:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    The bread is great.
    Mike S.

    We had a great dinner with friends at The Charles. It is a little crowded, but the vibe is great and you should have a reservation. Our waiter was super friendly and knew the menu well. He offered a number of great suggestions, all of which hit the mark. The menu is full of delicious Italian fare. The pastas are exceptional.

    Caroline Z.

    What. A. Feast! I have always loved The Charles, and I was so curious/nervous about the renovation, but it did not disappoint!! The interior was very much revamped, with new light fixtures and I think the columns inside are new too. We got a nice comfy booth for the 4 of us, and ordered so much food. The pie was a new one for me--amazing pastry and chock full of chicken and olives and other goodies. My drink was so yummy--apple and cinnamon and spiced pear! Other standouts: the spicy cresti pasta, the focaccia, and the olive oil cake! The BBQ pork jowl was also shockingly good

    Ashley S.

    Came to celebrate my birthday and my party had a good time! The restaurant offers valet and it's very lively once you step inside. We were able to wait at the bar until our table was ready and there I ordered a hibis-kiss. The drink was ok but very citrus forward so I settled on wine for my drink of choice the remainder of the night. We ordered appetizers of wood fired oysters and we did enjoy them. For mains, I ordered the spicy creste di gallo (recommended by our server) but unfortunately it was citrus heavy. My friend also ordered this (vegan) and even after adding plain red sauce - the citrus was still overpowering. We did try another dish but that was citrus forward as well (maybe it's their thing?). My friend did enjoy her salmon dish, though! We ordered sides of mushrooms and okra and these were great! I do look forward to returning to try out their meat options as I'm sure they'll be good and you can't beat the customer service here as it was out of this world!

    Truffle Lasagna
    Sean C.

    Very pretty restaurant on the inside. Easy to pass on the outside if you're not paying attention. Service was spot on. They were very friendly, quick, and everyone seemed to help each other out. Before we even ordered, had a free snack brought to the table of a pepper and cheese. It was a nice start and the cheese was very good. I started with the beef tartare and a wood-fired oyster. For me, the beef tartare was the hand down winner. It had great flavors and the cream sauce to put on top was delicious. My main was the truffle lasagna. I did not realize that it did not have meat when I ordered but was not disappointed with it. The sauce was rich enough to make up for it and every bite was delicious.

    Hamachi Crudo
    Paige J.

    This place is amazing, 5 star service, food and drinks. The Charles has a dedicated romantic, fine dining restaurant and a lounge/vibey bar in the back. An unassuming exterior, valet only, perfect date spot. Bartenders care about their craft and put a ton of thought and care into each cocktail. Great wine list, a few countries represented - US, Italy, France etc. Food was high quality, great presentation. Manager deeply cares about customer service and comfort of guests. Locals spot. Expensive spot, but worth it for the quality received.

    Sara G.

    The Charles Dallas should definitely be on your #pescatariantravellist! We had the tuna tartare, octopus, spicy shrimp pasta, and pesto crab pasta and Wowzer! Every dish was insanely good. The tuna tartare was fresh and flavorful, the octopus was perfectly tender, and both pastas were chef's kiss. The pesto crab was rich and buttery, while the spicy shrimp pasta had just the right kick. The vibe? Spot on for a date night--moody, intimate, and effortlessly cool. Great service by Jill!

    Kiana B.

    We went for restaurant week and loved it. Definitely on the lighter side but I wasn't upset it was 3 courses after all. Our reservation was bar setting but we made it last minute so we were just grateful to get in. Bar tenders were really nice and attentive

    Winter berry crush and lavender limonita
    Phuong C.

    Decadent, vibrant and top-notch! This hidden gem was recommended by a fellow flight passenger and oh my, were we surprised with what was found. A grandeur Italian inspired cuisine with a swanky speakeasy hidden in the back. In short, it was sublime and our best dining experience ever together. Starting off in the very back hidden space was a surprise, and the drinks and ambiance were well-enjoyed! The bar tender recommended winter berry crush & lavender limoncello were a perfect start to the evening. Our well chosen course consisted of preferences by my love, him knowing me so well, and lovely recommendations by our waiter Declan. Declan was sharp, attentive, made great conversations and provided wonderful service. Food & drinks that were enjoyed at the Charles were: Winter berry crush; with blackberry, elderflower, and Prosecco. It's a sweet must! I wish I had more of these! Lavender Limoncello; the vibrante, citrus, lavender, and Topo Chico created a gradient color in this virgin. Squash Blossom Special (off-the menu); cream cheese stuffed squash blossoms fried in a light batter, served with a sauce and radish garnishes. Wood fired oysters; piquillo pepper and garlic butter were mind blowing and senses activating! And I craved for more... Spicy Creste di Gallo; A beautiful dish with crystal prawns, Tarragon, parsley and lemon. Pallet clearing after the buttery oyster starters. This dish had a hint of spicy, lemony tart, hearty, and was well-enjoyed! Akaushi NewYork strip; 14 Oz Wagyu sublimely prepared. Rich flavored and exceptional tender steak, served on a bed of charred eggplant and crispy grilled kale. Plated on the beautiful copper dish was eye-pleasing and worth mentioning. Akaushi was definitely the star of the show! Consumed together with the grilled mushrooms side dish, that was a mix of perfectly grilled, flavor-absorbed, fresh shitake mushrooms, pepita espuma, lots of garlic, and spring onion gnocchi. The mushroom took the stage and the gnocchi did not shine here. Blood Moon Rising & Topo Chico Fresh, citrusy and bubbly. Balanced with our food well. Tiramisu & Affogato Concluding the courses tonight with a decadent not your usual tiramisu, more like a rich, not-so-sweet chocolate cheesy dessert with very tart sauce and yellow gooseberries. Balanced out with a sweet, warm and well-appreciated affogato. Mmmm, our tastebuds and senses experienced a whole new level of perfection. All in all, a perfect night was spent at The Charles. We will definitely be back.

    Hanaa E.

    A MUST VISIT WHEN IN DALLAS. This restaurant is so underrated for what it offers. I had to book a month in advance and now I know why. My coworkers and I (group of 7) ordered a lot of dishes and I will say the portions are small. However the taste of each item was just the perfect combination. It wasn't the typical flavors you would expect. I believe each dish was around $25-28 and our food bill costed $300 before tips and taxes. For what we got , it was totally worth it! Our server was nice and the service was very fast and quick. There's two vibes, a classical area (main) and the back room area (where you walkthrough the kitchen door to get to). Ask for the back room if you can! Totally worth it!

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    Elellta T.

    I had the most incredible dining experience at The Charles! From the moment I walked in, I was welcomed with so much warmth. Harry greeted and escorted me to the back lounge/bar area where I had a deliciously crafted cocktail. The bar was quite busy and Josiah went above and beyond to accommodate me and make sure I was taken care of while I waited for my table. Now, the food was extraordinary. We ordered the Bluefin tuna carpaccio for starter, and it was super fresh with a nice kick from the jalapeño. For main, we had the Lemon ricotta gundi, Spicy creste di gallo and Fusilla pesto. Every single plate was absolutely delicious!! Me and my friend were eating in silence at some point lol it was THAT good. Our server was great and offered us spot-on recommendations that we couldn't get enough of. Every detail of this dining experience was impeccable. The Charles knows how to do exceptional service, and it was such a pleasure from start to finish. I basically was on a first name basis with the staff by the time I got my table. If you haven't been yet, add it to your list, this place is a must-visit!

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    Chad J.

    I have been all over the world an I had the best service I have ever had outside of the Middle East last night at The Charles! The entire wait staff was amazing but our server Tamara was the star of the show. The food was also amazing, but the highlight of the night was the custom made and signed menu they gave me for my birthday. We will be back! Wow

    Chia B.

    The Black Pepper Bucatini is one of the best dishes I've tasted all year! It's creamy and flavorful. I'll go back just for more. Everything else was okay. The oysters have an overwhelming amount of toppings, but they didn't have that much flavor to me. The pork chop was tender, but I tasted the char more than anything else. I would try The Charles again and order different items.

    The most AHH-Mazing foccacia!
    R B.

    Can't get enough of this place. Delicious!! Ambiance is stellar and the food is top notch!

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    From where are the tomatoes sourced - are they from Italy or American-collected and chemically-ripened?

    Jonathan -- I am not sure but everything we had was very fresh and delicious. I would bet they are east Texas sourced.

    Are there Gluten Free options? One of our guests is on a strict gluten free diet.

    Yes we have several gluten-free options. Also we make our own gluten-free pasta and house that we can sub in on several pasta dishes on the menu.

    Is there outdoor dining available? We are concerned about dining during COVID-19.

    Hi Daniel, thank you for reaching out. We don't currently have any out door seating but if you are concerned we would recommend coming in the earlier part of the week and requesting the lounge. The is much better spacing available in there. Let us… Read more

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    Came here for dinner with a friend and overall it was a good experience. Food came out hot and the…read moreportions were enough to fill you up.

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