A gem in an otherwise culinary wasteland…read more This bistro is located off the main lobby of the Westin at DFW. There are multiple budget hotels in the area and the only food choices within reasonable walking distance are Denny's, gas stations and an outdoor food shed at another motel. There is a well curated list of local craft beers (8). Make a point to ask for the separate alternative "healthy menu". The food on that menu is very different from the comfort food on the main menu and it is available in half orders. I tried a half order of chicken and avocado arepas and a half order of tuna tataki. Both were delicious and visually pleasing. Staff is attentive, engaged but not intrusive. Prices for these two items were $8 each, very reasonable.

Hotel restaurant inside the Westin that is above average for a typical hotel lobby restaurant/bar…read more I was in town for a week of training with bizarre hours so there were a few times I chose to eat here out of convenience. This includes a few nights at the bar and 2 nights in my room. The staff was never overly inviting but they were usually busy with a demanding crowd of hotel guests. Ordering through the Marriott app looked like a great option but it wouldn't work once they asked you how you'd like to pay. When you go downstairs and scan their QR code, it brings you to the same interface but on a website rather than an app, and that worked fine. The chicken wrap with fries was pretty good and was my go to. The house salad wasn't great and I wouldn't try it again. The half order of the tuna was decent but I loved the pickled veggies under them and would have just had a bowl of those! I wouldn't go out of my way to eat here but having this inside your hotel for convenience is nice.

If I'm being completely honest, I would go hear and get a piece of Whiskey Cake EVERYDAY if I…read morewasn't worried about my sugar intake. The restaurant is named after it for a reason. This visit we didn't get any entrees or drinks we were there for the cake. We don't have one in our state so we were ECSTATIC to find out there were a few in the metroplex area. We did go 2 out of our 4 days there. Just get the cake, ask for a middle piece. Everything is locally sourced and the whipped cream is made fresh and you can tell. Every bite is heaven. The slices are pretty big so 2 of us share one. The service is fantastic and fast. Zero complaints. We also learned on our last visit that they ship the whiskey cake.. not sure they should've told me this lmao because I will be ordering.

Whiskey Cake Kitchen & Bar - Comfort, Cocktails, and a Sweet Finish…read more A quick stop in Fort Worth to visit friends during our six-week road trip led us here, and it turned into one of those "glad we chose this place" kind of nights. The space is large, comfortable, and full of life, even on a Wednesday evening. There are cozy sofa corners if you want something a little more intimate, plus an outdoor area that's "outside"... but not too outside, which honestly feels like a win. Drinks were a highlight. My boulevardier was spot on, and then I shared a smoked Old Fashioned with my friend that was just... exquisite. Smooth, balanced, and a little dramatic in the best way. Food held its own. The chicken and waffles were delicious, the chopped chicken salad was fresh and satisfying, and my friend's Reuben got a lot of love from her side of the table. And then came dessert. We shared the Whiskey Cake with praline ice cream, and let's just say, it lives up to the name. Decadent, rich, and absolutely worth it. Service was really good. Attentive without hovering, and thoughtful in those small ways that stand out. At one point, our server split the Old Fashioned for us without us even asking. That kind of anticipation earns points. This is the kind of place you return to when you're back in town. Comfortable, reliable, and just indulgent enough to feel like a treat.

Ambiance: The restaurant is very lively and was very busy on a Saturday evening. There were plenty…read moreof celebrations and parties! Food: The food was delicious! I ordered the dynamite shrimp and panseared redfish. Both dishes were really phenomenal! Service: Our server was really great! He checked in on us often, and made sure we were taken care of! We eventually went to the bar after paying for our meal to chat some more! The bartenders were so friendly and great! We had a great time!

The food was good, but too expensive for what it was. $30 for chicken parm is a little over the…read moretop. But it was a large portion, was served hot, and had good flavor and texture. Service rhythm was good. However, everyone at the table was from Louisiana and the server couldn't tell us what was used in the "Cajun" spices on the French Chicken. After checking with the kitchen, she came back and said pepper and other Cajun...stuff. You'd think that would be a basic training lesson and menu knowledge you'd have to grasp before being given a section. Don't put vague descriptions in print if your staff can't break them down when the guest asks questions. On a side note, I know for a fact that this company requires all their managers to be clean shaven. Yet, I saw a cook/chef with a fairly thick, quasi-biker beard working the line in an open kitchen in clear view of guests. Kind of ironic. I'd rather the dude making my food be clean shaven for obvious reasons. Unlikely that I return.

Good food and the service was great. Will definitely visit when I'm in the area againread more

MI've been in the Dallas area for the past week and I'm giving up beef when I get back home. We…read morecame here on a Thursday evening and I ordered the prime rib with fries and asparagus. Food was amazing!!! I washed that down with two old fashioned. Drinks were good!! The service was great, our waiter continuously check on us without being overbearing and kept our drinks flowing. We set outside and enjoyed the cool breeze which enhanced our experience. Overall I enjoyed this place and would recommend it to anyone looking for a good steakhouse to visit.

Tupelo Honey is a southern style restaurant chain that serves comfort food in a casual setting…read more They recently refreshed their menu, and they have become one of my favorite casual lunch spots in Irving-Las Colinas. My Overall Rating - 5 Stars (Atmosphere, Service, Food, Return) Atmosphere - Tupelo Honey is a stand-alone restaurant conveniently located near Hwy 114 and 161. There's plenty of parking, outdoor seating, and a mixture of tables, booths, and bar seating. Speaking of the bar, it acts as a beautiful backdrop for the entire restaurant. 1 Star. Service - The service is always friendly. Our server is always smiling, and I can't help but feel welcome with southern charm. Tupelo Honey trains its staff well, and I really enjoy coming here and interacting with the staff. 1 Star. Food - I always begin with the Biscuits with a Cause. These light, flakey biscuits are served warm with a crispy exterior and soft, flakey inside. But honestly, the biscuits act as a delivery mechanism for the butter and blue berry jam. I always ask for an extra side of butter and jam because I use it all. On my most recent visit, I ordered the Honey Dusted Fried Chicken (dark). The chicken was perfectly fried, crispy, and sweet. And the dark meat was juicy. Pro Tips - use your hands. Another great dish was experienced. 2 Stars. Will I Return? - Yes. I have yet to have a below average dish at Tupelo Honey. Yes, it's a chain. But it's also a darn good chain that keeps its menu fresh and is worth multiple visits. 1 Star.

This place is a little hidden but this does not stop the crowd from stopping by to eat. Super cute…read morelocation, nicely decorated, and has a photo op. They did seem a little busy and I believe there may have been a shift change at some point. It took us 15 mins to get a table outside. I will add the wait time is the only bummer in my experience. It took a good minute to get our beverages and food. There was a crowd but it seemed to be in and out pretty quicky. The food was great! I ordered their sangria, very refreshing and not overly sweet. Southern shakshuka. $15.99 two eggs* baked in a tomato, spinach, & peperonata sauce, over stone-ground goat cheese grits, topped with basil (710 cal) - This combo was good, loved the creaminess and even had leftovers for the next day. Sweet & Spicy Fried Chicken & Waffles $16.99 Hand-breaded crispy chicken tenders drizzled with sriracha honey, served over golden buttermilk waffles. --enjoyed the Spiciness it truly was subtle but did grow as you continued to eat. The buttermilk Waffles were fluffy and light and full bite with the drizzled syrup was everything. Enjoyed the flavors of the whiskey flight and happy you have the flavor cards to be able to give the tasting a proper review. Over all price is average in comparison but the food quality is there so I have no issue spending an extra dollar or so. I would like to stop by again when it's less busy.

After a very difficult day of travel Brandon took really good care of us. Great food, great drinks,…read moreand an unflappable service even when the waitress didn't show up for work. The best ending to a really crappy day.

Not great. Short staffed. Erica the bartender was great though, but overall the place was short…read morestaffed and chaotic. Burger bun was burnt and charred, yuck - chicken was chewy - yuck. Tots were soggy. Just not a great experience with the exception of the bartender who somehow managed to be warm and friendly even during the chaos.

Very pleasant surprise on the quality of the drinks and food over here. Mario was very hospitable…read moreand attentive. He can also make a mean martini! I tried the chicken carciofo (artichoke) and it was crispy and delicious. Very underrated to grab a tasty bite that looks nice too.

So disappointing. This place has really gone downhill. Two years ago, we ate here and it was…read moreincredible. Now the food was not good. The salad was drenched in dressing with way too much fruit and not enough lettuce. The queso was weird, almost like a white gravy.

Regular lunch customer...food is great and Christy, Hala and Ciarra are always warm and…read morewelcoming...unparalleled service and hospitality!!!

We host every happy hour, lunch meeting, and team gathering at Cork & Pig Tavern. The food is…read moreexceptional- vibe excellent-- but if we're being honest? The real reason is Hala. Hala has a gift that simply can't be manufactured -- the ability to make every guest feel genuinely seen and welcomed from the moment they walk through the door. She knows her regulars. She reads the room. She consistently goes above and beyond in a way that never feels performative or transactional -- it just feels like care. The food would be delicious anywhere. But Hala turns a great restaurant into a place people actually want to come back to. She's the reason Cork & Pig isn't just where we eat -- it's where we gather as a family.

Been here three times now. All three times the place had very few customers…read more Maybe these things would help bring more folks in: - happy hour should go later than 5pm... nice that it's everyday, though. - wine should get cheaper per ounce the larger the pour, not more. - a side of mayo should not be $1.50, ESPECIALLY when it's in place of the "special burger sauce" that's basically mayo with other stuff added - but if you think it's right to charge $1.50 for a side of mayo make sure you tell people when they ask for it. Maybe in Canada that's normal. It's not in Dallas; I've never had that happen before. Consider this constructive criticism. Otherwise I like the place. Food is good. Atmosphere nice. Service from Travis at the bar was great. But do things that make people want to come back and/or recommend your place to others. The complimentary "bite" the first two times was a nice touch but even that's gone now. I can't imagine a 1" piece of pizza dough could be that expensive? And it also can be used to advertise what your pizza crust is like for those that may want to order it. Without the bullet points above it would have been 4 stars.

Needed a quick bite and decided to try the restaurant next to the hotel--what a surprise. You're…read moreinstantly transported into a steampunk-inspired, modern, dog-friendly space. The décor is fun and well thought out, and the vibe hits immediately. The staff is friendly, energetic, and clearly enjoys being there. The music sealed the deal for me. Food arrived warm (which matters), beautifully presented, and most importantly--delicious. Great atmosphere, great execution. Come hungry--you won't regret it.

Went here on a busy Sunday and had an absolutely wonderful dinner. I know Texas Roadhouse is a…read morewell-known chain, but the service here reminded me that you don't need to be an independent restaurant to provide excellent service. In fact, some of these restaurants in Dallas need some customer service training for sure. We had a very simple check in and we were quoted a 15 min wait for three people. Not even 5 minutes later, we were texted to come back, the we waited another 5 minutes before we were seated. Our server was so nice and she was helpful in selecting our food and giving recommendations. She also was very attentive without being overbearing. Our food was cooked very well and even the salad was super tasty. My friend said it was the best salad he's ever had, lol. The steak was done well and onion blossom was good. I had a good experience dining here and would definitely come back. Splitting our checks was also very simple, our server had no problem with it and it was all done on a tablet after. Thank you Texas Roadhouse for a great dinner!

My go to when I'm traveling. Always great food, great service and don't forget the Rolls and…read morepeanuts! Make sure to Order your Rolls "Toasted" with Garlic Butter Sauce, OMG! The absolute Best!