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    Holiday Dining

    Best Dallas restaurants for dining out on Christmas Day in 2023

    Teresa Gubbins
    Dec 11, 2023 | 12:18 pm
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    When the holidays arrive in Dallas, there's one thing you can count on at CultureMap: lists. What's open, where should you eat?

    This list hones in specifically on restaurants that are open on Christmas Day. We also have lists for restaurants that are open on Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day. If you want a list, CultureMap is where it's at. Since 2012!

    Here's what's open in Dallas on Christmas Day:

    Carbone. A la carte menu features classics like spicy rigatoni vodka, veal Parmesan, tiramisu, and cannoli. 4-10 pm. Reservations on Resy. 469-290-6009.

    Carbone Vino. A la carte menu features classics like carpaccio Piemontese, gnocchi, pizzas, chicken parmigiano, tiramisu, and panna cotta. 4-10 pm. Reservations on Resy. 469-290-6009.

    Chet's. Irish-American pub fare with Old Fashioned menu, open 11 am-10 pm. 214-613-6500.

    Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse. Holiday special includes Wagyu chateaubriand, a 12 oz. Wagyu tenderloin A5 Kobe Tallow, and caviar butter, plus a featured cocktail Santa's Sleigh Ride with Jack Daniels and OJ, and a featured Napa Valley wine, Faust Cabernet Sauvignon. Special hours 12-9 pm. Dallas 490-9000, Plano 972-312-9115, Fort Worth 817-877-3999.

    Del Frisco's Grille. Holiday specials include lobster and a 16-ounce ribeye, plus steaks, salads, sandwiches, and famed cheesesteak egg rolls. 1-8 pm. Plano 469-661-8012, Fort Worth 817-887-9900, Southlake 817-410-3777.

    Dolce Riviera. Brunch buffet with array of stations including omelet bar, bruschetta bar, carving station, and dessert station. 10 am-3 pm. $85, or $40 for 12 and under. Dinner with a la carte menu from 6-10 pm. All reservations require a $50 deposit. 469-458-6623.

    Elm & Good. Restaurant at the Kimpton Pittman features Christmas Day brunch from 7 am–3 pm with holiday themed specials. 7 am-3 pm. 469-498-2500.

    Fearing’s. Buffet featuring seafood raw bar with crab and oysters, Prime rib, salads, soups, desserts, fresh baked breads. $175, $90 for vegetarian, $50 for 12 and under. 11-3 pm. 214-922-4848.

    Hall Arts Hotel. Christmas Day brunch features a 3-course menu with baked acorn squash fondue, sturgeon or peppercorn filet mignon, and red velvet cake with currants and white chocolate sauce. $85. A la carte menu also available. 11 am-3 pm. 214-953-1717.

    Kona Grill. Special Christmas menu includes smoked salmon nova lox with red onion & capers, turkey with stuffing, asparagus, cranberry corn bread stuffing, mashed potatoes, and gravy; glazed ham with sweet chili green beans & roasted fingerling potatoes; Prime rib surf & turf, kids meal (turkey, mac & cheese, and green beans), and pumpkin pie with whipped cream, pepitas, & caramel sauce. Holiday menu and regular all-day menu will also be available. 11 am-12 am. Dallas 214-369-7600, Plano 214-945-2500.

    Las Colinas Resort, Dallas. Extensive brunch with holiday favorites. $175, or $50 for 12 and under. Two seatings, at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm. Reservations are required: for 10:30 am or for 1:30 pm. 972-717-2420.

    Mansion on Turtle Creek. 3-course menu features seasonally inspired offerings including hamachi crudo, prime rib with garlic mashed potatoes, Amish chicken with chestnut stuffing, and gingerbread créme brulée. $150, or $65 for 12 and under. 11 am-7 pm. 214-559-2100.

    Monarch. Special Christmas menu features Osso Buco Milanese, chestnut polenta, red currant glaze, and sage, $65. Special dessert is a Chocolate Christmas Tree made with entremet - azelia chocolate mousse, vanilla sponge cake, orange creme brulee & hazelnut crunch with chocolate sable, $35. 4-9 pm. Reserve online. 214-945-2222.

    Nobu. 3-course brunch on Christmas Day features edamame, yellowtail sashimi jalapeno, lobster tacos, crispy rice with spicy tuna, spinach dry miso with grilled shrimp, tuna avocado poke with spicy miso, shrimp spicy garlic with crispy chuka noodles, salmon teriyaki, eggs benedict with crab, chicken karaage & matcha mochi waffles, beef tenderloin with egg, chef’s sushi selection, spicy garlic vegetables, miso cappuccino, and sorbet. Special $32 kid’s bento includes shrimp tempura roll, chicken skewers with teriyaki, inaniwa udon with yuzu butter, mochi ice cream, or sorbet. $75. 11 am-3 pm. 214-252-7000.

    Oceanaire Seafood Room. Full menu with seafood, oysters, raw bar, sushi, chowder. 1-8 pm. 972-759-2277.

    RJ Mexican Cuisine. West End restaurant will be open with regular menu on Christmas Day for walk-ins, no reservations required. 11 am-10 pm. 214-744-1420.

    The Rustic. Uptown hangout will serve tamales, queso, and beer from 5–9 p.m. 214-730-0596.

    Sadelle's. A la carte menu includes eggs, salads, sandwiches, caviar, rotisserie chicken, charcuterie, challah French toast. 7 am-9 pm. Reservations on Resy. 469-290-6009.

    Starship Bagel. Artisan bagel shop will be open at both locations in Lewisville and downtown Dallas on Christmas Day with bagels, coffee, and bagel sandwiches including cucumber, lox, and avocado with tomato, cucumber, red onion, and sprouts. 7 am-1 pm.

    Sum Dang Good Chinese. Trinity Groves restaurant will be open with hand-pulled noodles, steamed dumplings, Mongolian beef, spicy Sichuan wontons, pork pan fried buns, kung pao chicke, upbeat 80's music, and cocktails. 11 am-9 pm. 469-638-8930.

    Table 13. 4-course meal includes choices from deviled eggs, bacon-wrapped dates, house salad, lobster bisque, tenderloin lobster Oscar, sea bass, Prime ribeye, lemon caper chicken, pecan-crusted salmon, candy cane cheesecake or chocolate cake. $99. 5-10 pm. 972-789-9558.

    3Eleven Kitchen & Cocktails. Full menu with cocktails open 11 am-10 pm. 214-744-1423.

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    According to a release, doors will open Friday, July 24.

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    "In a state celebrated for its iconic barbecue heritage, Ono Hawaiian BBQ brings a unique perspective to the table, offering Texas diners an exciting new BBQ experience rooted in Hawaiian flavors and hospitality," says the release.

    Founded in 2002, Ono Hawaiian BBQ specializes in Hawaiian-style plate lunches, featuring grilled meats served with two scoops of rice and macaroni salad.

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