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The Top 100

Introducing the Top 100: The very best restaurants in Dallas right now

Teresa Gubbins
Oct 3, 2016 | 6:00 am

We’re not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap’s Top 100: The very best restaurants in Dallas. It is numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining in 2016.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. Every month we publish a “Where to eat in Dallas right now,” which functions as a check-in of what’s new and hot. There are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It’s a state-of-the-union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever, and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

The Top 100 comprises celebrity chef restaurants, ethnic spots, and a venerable sandwich shop that’s been a foodie pick for decades. We chose the restaurants based on diverse factors, including meals we’ve eaten, conversations we’ve had, and feedback from trusted friends and readers. With a few exceptions, we mostly stuck to Dallas proper.

It is also interactive: Click on the photo, and you are rewarded with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant’s highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that, the minute we post this, another restaurant could open that deserves Top 100 status. This list is completely of this moment. But, for now, we present an of-the-moment review of the best restaurants in Dallas.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

It's time to survey the field and tip our hat. Our list is interactive: If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's highlights.

We envision this list as a keeper, a reference to tuck into your virtual glove compartment — even as we recognize that the minute we post this, the clock begins to tick. Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

OR ----

We're not afraid to say it: There has never been a list like this. It is CultureMap's Top 100 Restaurants in Dallas, numbered 1 through 100, a reflection of the state of Dallas dining right now.

CultureMap is no stranger to lists. We publish a new "Where to Eat" every month for the top restaurants, which functions as a check-in of what's new and hot; there are almost always 10.

But the Top 100 is intended as a more measured, comprehensive examination of the best restaurants Dallas has to offer. It's a state of the union kind of thing, meant both to salute the seasoned spots and acknowledge the accomplished newbies.

Here's our top 5 reasons to love our Top 500 list:

1. The local food and beverage scene is dynamic, especially in the past few years, as entirely new restaurant strips such as Greenville Avenue, downtown Dallas, and Deep Ellum have bloomed.

2. The air has changed, as well. What was considered a top dining experience even a few years ago has evolved, as things have become less formal and more fun. Dallas has way more ethnic options than ever and cuisines such as barbecue that have come into their own.

3. Our list is interactive. If you click on the photo, it will expand, along with a pop-up summarizing the restaurant's high points.

4. It's a great reference, something to tuck into your virtual glove compartment when hunger strikes.

5. Shake Shack's not on it.

Here's our up-to-the-minute Top 100 Restaurants of Dallas list.

No. 38 Jimmy's Food Store.

Italian Stallion sub sandwich at jimmy's Food Store in Dallas
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French bakery-cafe Maman from New York debuts chic Plano spot

Stephanie Allmon Merry
Aug 7, 2026 | 9:31 am
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Maman has opened a cafe at Legacy East in Plano.

A fast-growing New York bakery-cafe chain has expanded into a new North Texas city: Maman debuted a new location Friday, August 7 at Legacy East in Plano.

The cafe is at 7200 Bishop Rd., Ste. D, where it serves coffee, breakfast, lunch, pastries, and baked goods in a 2,650-square-foot space with seating for 78 indoors and another 34 on an outdoor patio, according to a release.

Plano is the brand's third Dallas-area cafe in about a year, with more on the way.

Founded in New York's Soho in 2014 by partners Elisa Marshall and Benjamin Sormonte, Maman has grown to about 60 locations across the U.S. and Canada. The company made its Texas debut in November 2025 with a cafe at The Plaza at Preston Center, followed by a Lakewood location that opened earlier this year. Another location is planned at Fields West in Frisco, as well as in Dallas' Casa Linda Center.

 Maman Coffee and croissants at Maman.Photo courtesy of Maman

The menu features espresso drinks, tea, pastries, salads, sandwiches, and breakfast and lunch items, plus seasonal offerings and a few Dallas-area exclusives, including:

  • Magnolia Sweet Tea Fizz: Cold-steeped magnolia bud tea with Topo Chico, Texas wildflower honey syrup, lemon, and mint.
  • Lone Star Cinnamon Bun: A cinnamon roll topped with vanilla glaze and a signature pastry star.
  • Salted Caramel Pecan Pie Roll: A pastry swirled with salted caramel, vanilla, and toasted Southern pecans.

Known for its French provincial-inspired interiors, Maman's cafes feature vintage furnishings, wood accents, and the brand's signature blue toile details. The Plano location also offers catering and private event space.

"We're so excited to continue growing in the Dallas area with our newest location in Plano," says co-founder Elisa Marshall in the release. "Legacy East has such an incredible energy and strong sense of community, making it the perfect home for Maman. We can't wait to welcome both longtime guests and new neighbors into the space to enjoy coffee, pastries and meaningful moments together."

Maman New York Lemon meringue tarts from Maman. Photo courtesy of Maman

The company also sells coffee, tea, matcha, merchandise, and its cookbook, Maman: The Cookbook, All Day Recipes to Warm Your Heart, and continues its collaboration with Martha Stewart through limited-time menu items and retail products.

Doors opened at 8 am August 7. To celebrate the opening, the first 100 customers who make a purchase will receive a complimentary tote bag and chocolate chip cookie. From 1-3 pm, the first 50 customers who spend $15 or more can receive a complimentary croissant charm at an on-site charm bar hosted by Charmed Haven.

Regular hours are 7:30 am-6 pm Monday-Friday and 8 am-6 pm Saturday-Sunday, with the kitchen closing daily at 4 pm.

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