Dallas has become a magnet for some of the biggest names in food, with celebrity Chefs opening restaurants that are as bold and diverse as the city itself. From dry-aged steaks to sushi flown in from Japan, these restaurants bring signature flair and national talent to local tables.
Here are 10 Dallas restaurants where the Chef’s name carries weight — and the food lives up to it.
1. Georgie
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- Solo dining estimate: $100–$160
- Reservations: Georgie
Originally opened with celebrity chef Curtis Stone, Georgie is now led by Executive Chef RJ Yoakum, a French Laundry alum who brings seasonal focus and refined technique to the Knox-Henderson restaurant. The menu has shifted from its earlier steakhouse roots to highlight fresh, ingredient-driven plates like agnolotti with brown butter, grilled Spanish octopus and dry-aged duck with seasonal accompaniments.
2. Fearing’s
- Solo dining estimate: $90–$140
- Reservations: Fearing’s
Inside The Ritz-Carlton, Fearing’s is the brainchild of Dean Fearing, one of the original pioneers of Southwestern cuisine and a former Executive Chef at The Mansion on Turtle Creek. The menu blends elevated Texas ingredients with global touches — think chicken-fried Maine lobster, BBQ shrimp tacos and mesquite-grilled wagyu ribeye.
3. Tei-An
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- Solo dining estimate: $70–$120
- Reservations: Tei-An
Led by soba master Teiichi Sakurai, Tei-An is known for its serene ambiance and scratch-made Japanese buckwheat noodles. The minimalist menu includes chilled uni soba, housemade dipping sauces, wagyu rice bowls and a carefully curated sake list that appeals to purists and adventurers alike.
4. Knife Dallas
- Solo dining estimate: $80–$120
- Reservations: Knife Dallas
Created by Top Chef alum and James Beard semifinalist John Tesar, Knife reimagines the classic steakhouse with an obsessive focus on dry-aged beef. Cuts are aged up to 240 days, and dishes like the Ozersky burger, pork belly and bacon tasting plate have earned cult status among meat lovers.
5. Uchi Dallas
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- Solo dining estimate: $90–$140
- Reservations: Uchi Dallas
Founded by James Beard Award winner Tyson Cole, Uchi brings a modern approach to Japanese dining with an inventive, ever-evolving menu. Signature dishes include hama chili, wagyu beef on hot stone and a wide selection of nigiri and makimono rolls crafted with bold flavors and refined technique.
6. Republic Texas Tavern
- Solo dining estimate: $60–$100
- Reservations: Republic Texas Tavern
Located in the heart of North Dallas, Republic is a bar-forward restaurant that delivers Texas-inspired fare with a creative edge. Helmed by Chef Ray Skradzinski, formerly with Wolfgang Puck’s restaurant group, the menu balances comfort and refinement — from spicy tuna cones to a smoked bone-in Duroc pork chop. With over 150 whiskeys and bold craft cocktails, Republic offers an experience that’s both relaxed and elevated.
7. The Charlotte
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- Solo dining estimate: $70–$110
- Reservations: The Charlotte
Chef Wyl Lima, who brings Michelin-level technique to Dallas, runs The Charlotte as a culinary boutique of globally inspired fine dining. The menu leans French with modern twists, showcasing scallop crudo, truffle bucatini and duck breast with fig jus — all plated with artistic precision.
8. Roots Southern Table
- Solo dining estimate: $50–$85
- Reservations: Roots Southern Table
This Farmers Branch standout is led by Tiffany Derry, a Top Chef favorite and advocate for preserving Southern foodways. Roots offers comfort food with finesse — duck fat-fried chicken, gumbo and cast iron cornbread share space with fresh seasonal vegetables and black-eyed pea hummus.
9. Monarch
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- Solo dining estimate: $100–$150
- Reservations: Monarch
Perched atop the 49th floor of The National, Monarch is the creation of Michelin-starred Chef Danny Grant. This modern Italian restaurant offers a luxurious dining experience with panoramic views of downtown Dallas. The menu features wood-fired meats, handmade pastas, and an extensive wine list. Signature dishes include the 100-layer lasagna, fire-roasted octopus, and the dry-aged bistecca alla fiorentina. Monarch’s elegant ambiance and exceptional cuisine have made it a standout destination in the city’s culinary landscape.
10. Tatsu Dallas
- Solo dining estimate: $185
- Reservations: Tatsu Dallas
This intimate, eight-seat omakase experience is helmed by Chef Tatsuya Sekiguchi, formerly of the two-Michelin-starred Sushi Ginza Onodera in Tokyo. Guests are treated to a 16–18 course progression featuring seasonal fish flown in from Japan, including toro nigiri, uni with caviar and tamago made to order.
See more: Looking for more standout dining experiences? Check out our list of top celebrity Chef restaurants in Houston.
