Sometimes, “What’s for lunch” can be a seriously complicated question. There are only so many times that you can eat the same boring sandwich or leftovers before getting completely burnt out.
These eateries are among the city’s best, and boast a seriously strong selection of lunch options — from pizzas to vegetarian-friendly spots and juicy burgers.
Royal China Restaurant
After 50 years of service, Royal China still delivers and continues innovating its menu with new Chinese dishes inspired by street food and new classics. Lunch as an excellent time to stop by during the week for the lunch plate, which is made up of a large selection of classic Chinese-American dishes served with a choice of soup, spring roll, and steamed white rice.
6025 Royal Ln, Dallas, TX 75230(214) 361-1771Visit Website
Resident Taqueria
Make it a special taco lunch at this Lake Highlands spot — and vegetarians are welcome. It’s well-known for its cauliflower taco, as well as its creative and ever-changing seasonal inventions and unusual drinks.
9661 Audelia Rd #112, Dallas, TX 75238(972) 685-5280Visit Website
Bubba’s Cooks Country
There are a lot of spots to grab a chicken fried lunch in town, but dropping in on this historic spot is a must. Grab a platter with your favorite cuts of meat and two sides for a steal of a deal. Hang out in the old school diner-esque dining room, which is surreally surrounded by the fancy spots around SMU.
6617 Hillcrest Ave, Dallas, TX 75205(214) 373-6527Visit Website
El Vecino
For a good old fashioned combo Tex-Mex plate, its hard to best El Vecino. All the favorites are here: enchiladas, tacos, fajitas, quesadillas — you know the drill. It also offers lunch bowls and salads with that Tex-Mex flare, as well as fish tacos.
718 N Buckner Blvd, Dallas, TX 75218(469) 802-6060Visit Website
Heim Barbecue on Mockingbird
When in West Dallas (or at Love Field), stop at Heim for a barbecue lunch. Go by the pound on your favorite meats, or order up a platter. The sandwiches don’t miss either, especially the BBQ Snob, which combines a jalapeño cheddar link, half a pound of chopped brisket, and bacon burnt ends on a jalapeño bun.
3130 W Mockingbird Ln, Dallas, TX 75235(469) 397-4346Visit Website
Sachet
For a lovely Mediterranean-style lunch, head to Sachet. There are a lot of seasonal changes here, but the excellent falafel sandwich and chicken shawarma bowls are perpetually on the menu. And if you’re going to have a glass of wine with lunch, this is the place to do it.
4270 Oak Lawn Ave, Highland Park, TX 75219(214) 613-6425Visit Website
Hide
Hide overflows with young folks in the evenings, clamoring for the creative cocktails and a perch on the rooftop patio. It’s an overlooked gem of a lunch spot, however. There are deals to be had on a pizza or sandwich and half salad, and a darn fine list of burgers and chicken sammies.
1928 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75206(214) 785-0905Visit Website
Jimmy’s Food Store
If you’re not dropping in for a sandwich for lunch from Jimmy’s now and then, what are you even doing with your life? The Italian beef, meatball sub, and muffaletta all win raves, as does the Cuban.
4901 Bryan St (at Fitzhugh Ave.), Dallas, TX 75206(214) 823-6180Visit Website
Dakota’s
The steak frites at Dakota’s is one of the most under utilized lunch deals in Dallas. This 6 oz. steak with a choice of sauces gets diners entry into the cool underground dining room of this steakhouse. At a place where its easy to spend into the hundreds of dollars for dinner, this lunch can be had for just under $20 (before tax and tip).
600 North Akard Street, TX 75201(214) 740-4001Visit Website
Dakota’s
The steak frites at Dakota’s is one of the most under utilized lunch deals in Dallas. This 6 oz. steak with a choice of sauces gets diners entry into the cool underground dining room of this steakhouse. At a place where its easy to spend into the hundreds of dollars for dinner, this lunch can be had for just under $20 (before tax and tip).
600 North Akard Street, TX 75201(214) 740-4001Visit Website
Mirador
A fancy and fun lunch can be found at this Downtown spot. It’s where the hep ladies who lunch like to go. From highbrow fare like the lobster cobb salad to beef tartare all the way to a less serious lunch, including a fabulous burger and crispy chicken bites, diners can go high or low. The decor, however, is always high.
1608 Elm Street, Dallas, Texas 75201(214) 945-8200Visit Website
Trades Delicatessen
This relatively new deli in Bishop Arts is an instant classic for lunch. It’s got sandwiches galore, from a hot and cold menu. First timers, go for the cold sliced mortadella or the hot NYC pastrami.
312 West 7th Street, Dallas, Texas 75208(972) 589-3525Visit Website
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