Great dining experience. Service was amazing and food was delicious. I had the sea bass special, very nicely done and the mushroom risotto was perfect. Great wine selection too. read more

Via Real - Sea bass - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

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Think twice before booking a reservation of 20. Bad communication, bad set up, not at all what I expected, didn't meet my expectations. After doing this celebration the last few years, we will now be finding a different venue. Via Real needs to find a new manager. read more

Updated 8/10/24 Food and service have been consistently excellent over many years even when valued employees are hard to find and keep. The unexpected personal touches -- like the handwritten comment on our to-go package today -- surprised and delighted us. It overcame our disappointment that the extra salad dressing we ordered was missing. And Via Real's salad dressing is exceptionally tasty. read more

This is a Texas staple! The owner has owned it for many many years. I had friends take me here and they could not stop talking about how amazing the owner is and several friends say the same thing about his place. The service was outstanding and the food was amazing. Everything from the chips to the salsa were so so flavorful! They have a brunch buffet on Sundays that was highly recommended and the lunch special is what I ordered and it was absolutely delicious! The potatoes were seasoned to perfection with a reddish seasoning that was savory and the vegetables were perfectly cooked and perfectly seasoned. I wanted to go back the next day and eat again but I didn't have time on my trip to Texas. The restaurant looks like you are transported to Mexico and they have indoor and outdoor seating and great for large groups. It is a really gorgeous restaurant and can even accommodate rehearsal dinners and special events. read more

Via Real - Pollo Relleno - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

I've always been curious of this spot whenever I drive by because of all cars I see at the valet. I finally went, and after being disappointed by the appetizers we asked our server for her recommendation. Luckily she was very honest and basically told us to stick with the meats on the menu. We ended up getting steak and beef quesadillas and it was absolutely delicious. The meat was super tender and flavorful. It was a special night and they took our photos, printed it and gave up a signed copy from the staff which was very sweet. The interior has a unique and upscale design with an indoor fountain. Will definitely go back. read more

Went there for our 25th wedding anniversary. Wonderful food & delightful service. Reservations needed. Atmosphere is elegant.

Went there with a group. Great night. Good food great service. The Chips and Salsa wee on the table and were delicious. Many refills. Salsa was a huge hit with everyone. Not to hot but a Tom of flavor We shared the Calamari an sir was delicious. Big rings soft and good taste. Not tough. Large potion too. Crab cakes were also shared and I thought they were OK. Flies and more defrosted fried. Just ok. Shrimp fajitas was my choice and they were delicious. Lots of shrimp and tons of onions. Nice sweet fajitas with all the trimmings Others had the steak which they loved - see pics. Perfectly cooked! I recommend this place. read more

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Our company had a dinner here tonight as a group of about 60. We had the room off to the side to accommodate everyone. The food came out for everyone on time and was excellent. The wait staff was professional and efficient. Thank you so much for a great night read more

The food here has always been fantastic. I haven't been here in a while, but i brought one of my midland friends here to celebrate her bday and we were pleasantly surprised at how lovely everything was. The decor is lovely and the ambiance is nice :) We kept bending our necks backwards anytime we saw someone order something that was on fire. :) My friend is gluten and dairy free and she was able to find plenty of options for her special diet. We had good eats, good non-alcoholic drinks and lots of laughs. Our waiter was wonderful and very thoughtful. They even brought her some chocolate cake for her bday and took a picture of us on a souvenir polaroid. It was so fun! highly recommended! read more

Delicious food, great atmosphere, superior service, and an owner that cares makes Via Real an example of how a restaurant should run. I have eaten here several times and have never been disappointed. In my last visit the owner, a wonderful lady, stopped by our table and chatted with us for a few minutes. It is a nice change to speak with management when it's NOT about a problem. I would definitely recommend Via Real if you are in the area and looking for a wonderful dining experience. read more

We must have eaten here a few times while staying in Irving, and everything was excellent! We were even able to order carne asada fajitas which were delicious. I really appreciate that the chef was able to accommodate that request. Didn't have a single bad bite of food while here, and definitely looking forward to being back soon! read more

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This restaurant is amazing! From the upscale ambiance, awesome food and excellent service. They have it all! We came for their Mothers Day brunch and the buffet was delicious. Their prime rib was the best I have ever had! There was not one thing on this brunch buffet that wasn't deliciously awesome. You are treated like royalty here! They take great care of their customers! I loved everything about this dining experience!! read more

Came to Sunday Brunch (not knowing there was a brunch, but yay). The $38.00 price for adults is reasonable, considering the spread they put on! There's a salad table (with the most wonderful grilled vegetables - don't skip those), the buffet line, and an impressive dessert/fruit table. We came around 1 p.m. and they close up at 2 p.m. to prepare for the evening dinner, but I was surprised at how stocked the buffet still was. The only thing I noted was the eggs benedict was cool instead of warm, but realize that if you keep the container warm, those wonderful yolks will harden up. I'm looking forward to coming to another brunch just to try those when they're warm. Take care - the dressed salad is spicy, but tasty, with a great jalapeno dressing. On the buffet they have everything from waffles to migas, fajitas to empanadas, enchiladas and everything in between. Don't skip the soups at the end of the buffet line. I had the roasted corn soup and it was terrific. Service was great - our server was Carlos and he was helpful since this was our first visit to Via Real. The plates were kept clear of the table and our glasses were always full. I really look forward to returning, not only to the buffet, but on an evening to get a look at their regular menu. read more

The whole experience was fantastic. Food was delicious. Service was excellent. I will return again. read more

Via Real - Jumbo Coconut Shrimp and Salmon obviously the berry cheesecake - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

We were here on a Tuesday evening at 8 PM and this restaurant was buzzing with corporate crowd. We had a table for two and we ordered two meals. For the vegetarian we had the squash enchiladas. The tortilla itself was a little under cooked but the enchilada was very flavorful. we also had Taco de res, tenderloin tacos, which were really intense and flavorful. The corn on the squash enchilada was probably one of the best corns I have had. The best part was the dessert, we had a flan and a rice pudding made like a cheesecake, which was highly recommended by our host And we absolutely loved it. For two people we spent approximately $40 per head but definitely a place I would love to revisit and spend some time. Great ambience Great food and a great host. read more

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This is a solid restaurant with good food, drinks and service. There are choices for every taste and budget (entrees from about $15-65). It can be fully booked during prime time, so reservations (can be booked online) will help assure a table. read more

I forgot that I had been here for lunch way back in 2016, but when in the car headed over for dinner last night, immediately remembered the place! Such an out-of-the ordinary location - like it's part of a residential gated community! Via Real manages to be classy but not uptight. We had a bottle of red that was delicious and high quality as I had no headache at all! We got the assorted appetisers and my favorite was the calamari - light and very good paired with the house dressing. I went with shrimp fajitas and loved them. Others at our table had veggie fajitas, red snapper, and the wood-fired steak. we ended with lemon chiffon cake, pecan praline cheesecake and a chocolate cake slice. Service was attentive and friendly - a very enjoyable night! read more

We love Via Real!! We eat there anytime we are in the area. The whole staff is extremely friendly and service is always impeccable. The salsa, guacamole and chips are delicious. I usually order the Seabass, which is fantastic. I had the grilled chicken this time. It was equally delicious with a yummy cream sauce and very flavorful veggies. My husband had the filet, again. It was cooked perfectly with a delicious flavor. We can't wait until next time!! It is a must try! read more

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I cannot stress how amazing this Via Real is. We were here for my birthday for the Sunday brunch and left completely wowed by the service and food. We were sat in the garden room which was lovely. The brunch spread was so delicious. My favorites were the enchiladas, picadillo and eggs, the filet and the dessert spread (so many options). Eddie went above and beyond to ensure we had the best experience. I am so appreciative of Eddie and the team at Via Real. They made the day so special for me and my family. I would highly recommend checking this place out if you haven't been here yet. read more

This is a regular spot for my neighbors, so I gamely went along for the ride. The large margarita is the size of a kiddie pool, so be warned. The chips are my favorite kind... thin, and freshly fried in house, we got some queso to go along with the salsa, and I pretty much made a meal of them. But we did also split the Chicken Monterey. (chicken breast with spinach, goat cheese and a red pepper sauce). It was fine, but I was already full of chips. Next time I will try something else. Service was excellent and very attentive! Bathrooms very clean. read more

Via Real - Split portion of chicken Monterey. Save requested on side. - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

I cannot stress the enough, stellar wait staff. I went with a large group during lunch and they did an amazing job, taking orders, passing out the food and checking on the group throughout. The ambiance of the restaurant is beautiful. If you are looking for your next date spot, I recommend this. I ordered the chicken Monterrey. It was very flavorful, and the portion size was okay leaning towards large. The sauce did not overtake the chicken flavors but added on to it. For desert, we got the sampler. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to try all the samples because of a food allergy but I did try some. The chocolate raspberry cake was pretty dense but not heavy. The raspberry was not supper potent, I would have preferred for more. The carrot cake had a hint of citrus that the table was not a fan of. read more

Via Real - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

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To start off speechless. Just wow. Via real, amazing job chief! Service flawless. Ambiance zen, perfect restaurant for a quite romantic dinner, engagement, business meeting. 6 stars in my book. Let's get to the food, 110% satisfying. I wish I could have tried everything on the menu. Stellar. Like I said speechless. read more

Via Real - 10oz Filet Mignon, came out on a wooden plank on fire, they dabbed the filet on the fire giving it this fantastic smoky flavor. - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

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We've eaten here for many years. It's a local favorite of ours. They have excellent service and excellent food. The filet that they set on fire and sear at the table is a must-have! One of the best and most underrated steaks in DFW. I highly recommend Via Real. read more

Fabulous food and service as always. Ambience lovely too. Eddie was excellent too!. I had Ranchero platter with a yummy stuffed poblano. Margarita margarita Real with Don Julio reposado was delicious! read more

A long time favorite for upscale Mexican food, drink and top notch service. This was our go-to for work dinners and celebrations while living and working in Irving in late 90s-2010 and I was thrilled to return last week and have the same wonderful experience. Fran the owner stops and welcomes everyone like an old friend. Hard to beat an evening at Via Real. read more

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Amazing food, private dining party with exceptional service! The ambiance was an amazing vibe! We enjoyed appetizers and some amazing wine. Great night at an amazing restaurant! read more

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This place takes Mexican food to the high-end. As wonderful as the food is here, the incredible ambiance of this place takes it up 100 notches. Outstanding service. read more

It's interesting to see all the good reviews. Makes me wonder if the reviews are a bit tilted. At there on 4/5/2024. Party of four. We all agreed the food was okay. Nothing special. Sorry. read more

One word: DELICIOUS! desserts are amazing crème brûlée to die for! Everything on a menu sounds great and I ordered multiple positions and they were amazing! Must try! Very romantic quiet atmosphere very pleasant staff read more

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Went with my colleagues for lunch. I visit this place frequently. This time food took a bit longer to arrive. The server was very great and explained us everything and daily specials. Their habanero salsa is very hot. Every items turned out to be delicious and everyone liked their food. They also provide birthday dessert and their candles are awesome too. read more

Via Real - Spinach Salad - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

My assistant organized a team dinner for us at Via Real during our short stay at DFW area. The decor Via Real was average, a bit on the dated side in my view. It was a popular place. There were customers celebrating birthday, date nights. The server was very friendly and lively. It was a loud venue, so she had to raise her voice a lot for a table of 10. Still, it was difficult at times to make out what she was saying. We ordered a round of drinks and many of us tried their signature margaritas. They were good. For dinner, several of us ordered the tomahawk pork chop. That was a big plate. I was barely able to finish it. There was some risk when the piece is so big. There were definitely pinkness close to the bone. While I was comfortable with it, some were not. In general, the amount of food was a bit too much for anyone who is weight conscious. So be warned. The overall impression was that this is a generally good place to have casual dinner but for something that's a bit more refined or serious, this isn't a place that you want to impress your client. read more

The only "Upscale Mexican restaurant" I've ever been to and it's expensive... but I keep going back because the food is just so good, and the people are so friendly. I've had a bunch of different stuff here and everything I have ever had or people in my party have had was very good. If I am anywhere near here I come here I can highly recommend this place read more

Very classy and somewhat quiet ambiance. The food and waitstaff were amazing! If it's still on the menu you have to try the Grand Marnier cake!!! read more

Seems a little fancy for a Mexican place but the food is pretty good. Came for lunch with coworkers & had the veggie fajitas. The waitress confirmed "no dairy" when I said no cheese or sour cream & asked if I would like guac (always). They've got things marked as "vegetarian" but I didn't ask if their black beans or tortillas were vegan. My coworkers seemed to really enjoy what they ordered. Service was very good, attentive. Although, I wish the manager hadn't made such a big deal about coming to our table to apologize that service hadn't boxed up our leftovers for us - just send her back to the table to take care of it & address it with her privately. read more

Amazing restaurant with a great menu and superb service! This is not your typical Tex-Mex restaurant, with a classy atmosphere and higher end options like steak and seafood, along with traditional options like fajitas and enchiladas. I had the Tacos de Res - enchiladas filled with beef tenderloin tips and ancho chili sauce that was so good! I paid extra for the queso and chili con carne sauce. Appetizers were also amazing, we had the assortment platter with a mix of calamari, spinach quesadillas, fajita nachos, and amazing stuffed jalapeños. My margarita was just okay, not the best I've had, but the wine was excellent as was the dessert options - I had the white chocolate crème brûlée. Will definitely be back soon to try more of their excellent menu! read more

Via Real - Tacos De Res with the add-on Chile Con Queso and Chili Con Carne. - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

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My friends and I had been attending a convention at the airport this weekend. They had an extra spot for their dinner reservation here and invited me to come with them to dinner! I'm so glad they did because now I've got a spot to bring some family when they are here from out of town! Staff was outstanding, we regularly got refills before our drinks were done. The owner was even coming around to check on everyone. My friends all got steaks that came out with a wooden plant that was on fire. They put out the fire with your steak so it had that fresh straight off the flames taste. I got the squash enchiladas. Which has zucchini, squash & a queso like sauce. Everyone enjoyed our meals! We also ordered three desserts. A chocolate cake like one that was sweet, the carrot cake that reminded one of my friends of a Norwegian cake that is similar & the creme brulee which one of my friends said was the best he had. During our meal we talked about the brunch buffet they do, make to order waffles & omelets one friend mentioned, and we talked about coming back for that on a Sunday. Looking forward to coming back! read more

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We went there Saturday night. Much to my surprise, we got right in without a reservation. From the moment we stepped inside until we were out the door, the service and attentiveness of the staff was impeccable! The food was outstanding! My boyfriend said that the sea bass special was one of the best seafood dishes he's ever had and my filet mignon was cooked to perfection. We sat close to a running fountain so the ambiance was serene and romantic. We couldn't have picked a better place for an impromptu dinner. You've got to try this place! read more

Every week, for months now I have looked over at Via Real on my way to Tom Thumb and said "I've got to check this place out". So when my gf surprised me with dinner reservations there on Valentine's Day I was super excited! I kid you not, this restaurant is always packed. Which we all know is usually a good sign lol. There's valet parking or you can self park in their lot. The building itself is unassuming from the outside. But once inside, you are engulfed by the fine dining experience. Low lighting, a fireplace, wood columns and exposed brick sets the tone. Followed by cushioned clam shell seats and tables fully set with cloths and folded napkins. We were greeted by a lovely host and quickly taken to our table. Shortly thereafter we were brought water, chips and salsa. The chips were fresh and the salsa had just the right balance. We also ordered a side of queso because...why not?! It was great as well. Not too thick, thin or salty. As we're enjoying our chips and salsa, we were offered complimentary champagne which I thought was awesome and just right for the occasion. Moments later our waiter came by to take our dinner order, asked if we had questions and to show us the evenings specials. He was very knowledgeable, pleasant and professional. We decided on the bone-in pork loin and Chicken Poblano. Both dishes were full of flavor, well presented and portioned perfectly! Throughout our meal, there were several members of the staff walking around to make sure everyone was well taken care of. And that they did..take care of everyone. We even had a chance to meet owner Fran Mathers. She too was walking around speaking to every patron. She was sweet, witty and fun; dressed immaculately in her sequin jacket. So perfect for Valentine's Day. We'd come back for Ms. Mathers alone! Such a great experience. Vis Real is a new favorite! read more

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Very good, large tex mex/southwest style restaurant with an extensive menu and beverage selection. I tried a variety of items from guacamole and ceviche to filet mignon with scallops, potatoes and vegetables and all were above average. The atmosphere inside is beautiful - their web site describes it as santa fe style. Good choice for a group dinner. Valet parking available but there's free parking also. It's located in walking distance of the Four Seasons. Recommended. read more

Via Real - Filet mignon, scallops, potatoes and vegetables - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas

I have been coming to Via Real for years but moved and just came back last night for the first time in several years and took my husband! The ambiance is romantic and quiet... which is hard to find these days! So happy to say it is still amazing and will always be one of my favorites in the DFW area! Their southwestern dishes, such as the squash and zucchini enchiladas, and seafood enchiladas are some of the best I have ever eaten! The margaritas are fresh and potent..and the flaming coffee is a must to end the meal! If you haven't been...go! Great for a date night or family gathering or large party! Love it! read more

Via Real - Mexican Near Me - Irving, Texas