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Start your day in Bishop Arts with breakfast at La Reunion.
Kathy Tran

12 Essential Restaurants in Bishop Arts

Where to dine as one of Dallas’s coolest neighborhoods

by Courtney E. Smith and Alaena Hostetter Updated
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Start your day in Bishop Arts with breakfast at La Reunion.
| Kathy Tran
by Courtney E. Smith and Alaena Hostetter Updated

After years of explosive growth, Bishop Arts has settled into being of Dallas’ most distinct dining neighborhoods. This neighborhood has a small-town vibe, despite being just 10 minutes away from Downtown, and boasts a ton of culinary goodness.

Home to Lucia, arguably the city’s most revered eatery, and authentic Hill Country barbecue, this tiny area near West Davis and Bishop Avenue is packed with diverse food options. Let this map of the best restaurants in Bishop Arts be your guide to the area’s best spots for lunch, brunch, and dinner.

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Lockhart Smokehouse

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Home to some of the city’s best barbecue, Lockhart Smokehouse brings a Hill Country pedigree. Owner Jill Grobowsky Bergus’ grandfather helmed the iconic Kreuz Market in until the 1980s, and it’s still in the family. With no need to improve on a classic, this spot has its sausages shipped in fresh from Lockhart.

400 W Davis St, Dallas, TX
(214) 944-5521
(214) 944-5521

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Krio Bishop Arts

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In this light, airy spot, order up a plate of Asian-inspired Cajun food, dubbed by Krio as “Far East meets the Deep South.” This is not a combination easily found anywhere else in the Metroplex, so this might be one of the best spots to try crawfish bisque and Jambalaya eggrolls. Bonus, Krio is offering industry prices on Monday nights with deals from 4 p.m. until the kitchen closes.

233 W Seventh St #100, Dallas, TX 75208
(214) 253-9311
(214) 253-9311

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Zen Sushi in the Bishop Arts

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Chef Michelle Carpenter creates Omakase-style sushi, with hints of Texas and Creole influence. It was the neighborhood’s first sushi spots and is now one of its long-standing fixtures. Order from the originals side of the menu — the Xalapa roll and the Zen Bruchetta are recommended.

380 W Seventh St, Dallas, TX 75208
(214) 946-9699
(214) 946-9699

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Coco’s Fire & Ice

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It’s all too easy to miss Coco’s, tucked behind shops selling soap and tchotchkes. But venturing back here is well worth your time. Find three small dining areas, including a porch, where Mexican rock music is the soundtrack for a meal featuring Dallas’s best mole sauce—it’s got a real kick of spice. Coco’s is also known for its paloma off the cocktail list, which is served in a terracotta mug.

410 N Bishop Ave #106, Dallas, TX 75208
(469) 781-0222
(469) 781-0222

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Eno's Pizza Tavern

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Eno’s created such a loyal following for its cracker-thin-crust pizzas over its 10 years in Bishop Arts, it added multiple locations. Diners of the original will find a sizable selection of beers on tap plus a smaller but well-curated wine list. Pro tip: go lighter on the toppings to ensure the pizza crust stays ultra crisp.

407 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208
(214) 943-9200
(214) 943-9200

Boulevardier

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Dallas doesn’t feel much like Paris, unless you happen to be on the patio at Boulevardier. Pair the locally-inspired bistro fare (think duck leg confit and crawfish beignets) with a bottle of something fancy, yet affordable, from the restaurant’s expertly-curated wine list.

408 N Bishop Ave Ste 108, Dallas, TX
(214) 942-1828
(214) 942-1828

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Taco Y Vino

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It’s tough to beat the chill atmosphere at this spot on the outskirts of Bishop Arts. If the weather is right, grab a patio seat and indulge in the house special: a bottle of wine and six tacos for $40.

213 W Eighth St, Dallas, TX 75208
(469) 372-0022
(469) 372-0022

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Lucia

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Reservations at Lucia go quickly — sometimes months in advance, and for good reason. Chef David Uygur’s pasta, charcuterie, and inventive Italian dishes have been praised by every critic and diner in the city. Pro-tip: Go alone and score a spot at Lucia’s counter, which offers open seating.

408 W 8th St, Dallas, TX
(214) 948-4998
(214) 948-4998

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Sketches of Spain

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Want to feel pampered and get away from the bustle of the main strip on Bishop Street? This is the place. The hospitality and atmosphere at this location are head and shoulders above most of the rest of the neighborhood. Go wild ordering from the tapas menu, and the Spanish ham croquettes are a cheese-filled delight.

321 N Zang Blvd, Dallas, TX 75208
(214) 484-6006
(214) 484-6006

Isla & Co. - Bishop Arts

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The latest addition to Bishop Arts is this down under all-day cafe. Stop by for a French toast brunch, fish and chips lunch, or a nice oyster platter late in the afternoon. For dinner, try the spicy Thai green curry or braised lamb shoulder.

408 W Eighth St, Dallas, TX 75208
(214) 258-6132
(214) 258-6132

Written by the Seasons

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There is scarcely a better spot for people-watching in the neighborhood than the tables positioned in front of the sliding door that spans the entire length of this restaurant. Grab one of these star tables at Written by the Seasons and experience indoor/outdoor life like a Californian. The menu changes seasonally, but the fresh-baked sourdough bread or seasonal cheese board are always a delight. If it’s Tuesday through Saturday from 3 to 6 p.m., order up a half-price bottle of wine.

380 Melba St, Dallas, TX 75208
(469) 580-1185
(469) 580-1185

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La Reunion

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It’s hard to find a better spot to sit, work, drink coffee, or have a little afternoon cocktail than La Reunion. This indoor/outdoor cafe also has bites for breakfast, lunch, and snacks — including one extremely delicious egg and bagel breakfast sammie.

229 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208
(972) 799-2880
(972) 799-2880

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Lockhart Smokehouse

400 W Davis St, Dallas, TX

Home to some of the city’s best barbecue, Lockhart Smokehouse brings a Hill Country pedigree. Owner Jill Grobowsky Bergus’ grandfather helmed the iconic Kreuz Market in until the 1980s, and it’s still in the family. With no need to improve on a classic, this spot has its sausages shipped in fresh from Lockhart.

400 W Davis St, Dallas, TX
(214) 944-5521
(214) 944-5521

Krio Bishop Arts

233 W Seventh St #100, Dallas, TX 75208

In this light, airy spot, order up a plate of Asian-inspired Cajun food, dubbed by Krio as “Far East meets the Deep South.” This is not a combination easily found anywhere else in the Metroplex, so this might be one of the best spots to try crawfish bisque and Jambalaya eggrolls. Bonus, Krio is offering industry prices on Monday nights with deals from 4 p.m. until the kitchen closes.

233 W Seventh St #100, Dallas, TX 75208
(214) 253-9311
(214) 253-9311

Zen Sushi in the Bishop Arts

380 W Seventh St, Dallas, TX 75208

Chef Michelle Carpenter creates Omakase-style sushi, with hints of Texas and Creole influence. It was the neighborhood’s first sushi spots and is now one of its long-standing fixtures. Order from the originals side of the menu — the Xalapa roll and the Zen Bruchetta are recommended.

380 W Seventh St, Dallas, TX 75208
(214) 946-9699
(214) 946-9699

Coco’s Fire & Ice

410 N Bishop Ave #106, Dallas, TX 75208

It’s all too easy to miss Coco’s, tucked behind shops selling soap and tchotchkes. But venturing back here is well worth your time. Find three small dining areas, including a porch, where Mexican rock music is the soundtrack for a meal featuring Dallas’s best mole sauce—it’s got a real kick of spice. Coco’s is also known for its paloma off the cocktail list, which is served in a terracotta mug.

410 N Bishop Ave #106, Dallas, TX 75208
(469) 781-0222
(469) 781-0222

Eno's Pizza Tavern

407 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208

Eno’s created such a loyal following for its cracker-thin-crust pizzas over its 10 years in Bishop Arts, it added multiple locations. Diners of the original will find a sizable selection of beers on tap plus a smaller but well-curated wine list. Pro tip: go lighter on the toppings to ensure the pizza crust stays ultra crisp.

407 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208
(214) 943-9200
(214) 943-9200

Boulevardier

408 N Bishop Ave Ste 108, Dallas, TX

Dallas doesn’t feel much like Paris, unless you happen to be on the patio at Boulevardier. Pair the locally-inspired bistro fare (think duck leg confit and crawfish beignets) with a bottle of something fancy, yet affordable, from the restaurant’s expertly-curated wine list.

408 N Bishop Ave Ste 108, Dallas, TX
(214) 942-1828
(214) 942-1828

Taco Y Vino

213 W Eighth St, Dallas, TX 75208

It’s tough to beat the chill atmosphere at this spot on the outskirts of Bishop Arts. If the weather is right, grab a patio seat and indulge in the house special: a bottle of wine and six tacos for $40.

213 W Eighth St, Dallas, TX 75208
(469) 372-0022
(469) 372-0022

Lucia

408 W 8th St, Dallas, TX

Reservations at Lucia go quickly — sometimes months in advance, and for good reason. Chef David Uygur’s pasta, charcuterie, and inventive Italian dishes have been praised by every critic and diner in the city. Pro-tip: Go alone and score a spot at Lucia’s counter, which offers open seating.

408 W 8th St, Dallas, TX
(214) 948-4998
(214) 948-4998

Sketches of Spain

321 N Zang Blvd, Dallas, TX 75208

Want to feel pampered and get away from the bustle of the main strip on Bishop Street? This is the place. The hospitality and atmosphere at this location are head and shoulders above most of the rest of the neighborhood. Go wild ordering from the tapas menu, and the Spanish ham croquettes are a cheese-filled delight.

321 N Zang Blvd, Dallas, TX 75208
(214) 484-6006
(214) 484-6006

Isla & Co. - Bishop Arts

408 W Eighth St, Dallas, TX 75208

The latest addition to Bishop Arts is this down under all-day cafe. Stop by for a French toast brunch, fish and chips lunch, or a nice oyster platter late in the afternoon. For dinner, try the spicy Thai green curry or braised lamb shoulder.

408 W Eighth St, Dallas, TX 75208
(214) 258-6132
(214) 258-6132

Written by the Seasons

380 Melba St, Dallas, TX 75208

There is scarcely a better spot for people-watching in the neighborhood than the tables positioned in front of the sliding door that spans the entire length of this restaurant. Grab one of these star tables at Written by the Seasons and experience indoor/outdoor life like a Californian. The menu changes seasonally, but the fresh-baked sourdough bread or seasonal cheese board are always a delight. If it’s Tuesday through Saturday from 3 to 6 p.m., order up a half-price bottle of wine.

380 Melba St, Dallas, TX 75208
(469) 580-1185
(469) 580-1185

La Reunion

229 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208

It’s hard to find a better spot to sit, work, drink coffee, or have a little afternoon cocktail than La Reunion. This indoor/outdoor cafe also has bites for breakfast, lunch, and snacks — including one extremely delicious egg and bagel breakfast sammie.

229 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208
(972) 799-2880
(972) 799-2880

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