Originally Posted by
longhorn11
Not sure if you've been to one but Fogo De Chao is a really good brazilian steakhouse. Locations in most big cities, I've frequented the ones in Addison and Austin. You also have Nobu in the Crescent Hotel (Uptown area) which is decent as well and Japanese. For a variation of Mexican food you could choose Javiers (Highland Park area).
I know you spoke about BBQ places, not sure how familiar you are with Dallas proper but other than chains (Dickey's, Rudy's, etc.) it's not like there's mom and pop BBQ joints we go to every night.
We have some of the finest dining available in the country located in Dallas. IMO the BBQ is left to the Austin/Hill Country/SA areas.
By the way
SMFlagg have you tried El Fenix? IMO cheaper and of the same quality.
I have, actually--wife is a Mexican food connoisseur. I do love the pralines at El Fenix, and I agree to the food is quite good, but I prefer Uncle Julio's food a little more (I think their salsa is the best I’ve ever had) and certainly their drinks.
A big negative, as you mentioned, is the price. It’s some of the most expensive Mexican food I’ve ever had. And when you think about what you’re eating and the overhead food costs, you know it’s a significant source of revenue.
Lots of good spots around DFW, although the selection of high end steak houses vastly outnumbers everything else high end. I had forgotten about Fogo De Chao and it’s located just up the street from my office. That’s another great spot.