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Where to Eat the Cheesiest Dishes in Dallas

Top-notch bowls of queso, a “cheese island,” and so many more perfectly cheesy plates await

by Allison Castloo
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by Allison Castloo
Kathy Tran for Top Round

Whether it’s a creamy bowl of macaroni and cheese or perfectly-melted queso, cheese manages to check every box when it comes to comfort food. And thankfully there are plenty of fromage-friendly spots in town to treat yourself.

From mac and cheese and fluffy whipped ricotta to completely customizable cheese boards that are worth the drive to Denton, these 11 spots are serving up the cheesiest plates in Dallas for every kind of craving.

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Ten : One Artisan Cheese

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Those with a taste for the rare and hard-to-find cheese will need to make a trip up north. The boards start at only $8 with the cost of cheese added by weight, and include freshly baked bread from nearby Ravelin Bakery and homemade accoutrements. 

515 S Locust St, Denton, TX 76201
(940) 320-5639
(940) 320-5639

Ddong Ggo

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The cheesiest house speciality award definitely goes to Ddong Ggo’s Cheese Island. This gooey masterpiece features an iron skillet on a table burner filled with shredded white cheese. Once the cheese has melted, the pile of fried chicken wings and Jenga-stacked fries become the island. To add to the cheese-fueled experience, there are also nacho Cheetos french fries and soups topped with Kraft singles.

2625 Old Denton Rd, Carrollton, TX 75007
(972) 810-0803
(972) 810-0803

Zoli's NY Pizza

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Is there a more perfect food than cheese pizza? Probably not. Dallas is littered with cheese-topped mediocrity, but the thin crust, cheese-laden slices at Zoli’s are New York-style perfection.

14910 Midway Rd, Addison, TX 75001
(469) 754-9654
(469) 754-9654

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The Porch

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Require a comfort food fix? Head to this Knox-Henderson staple. Between the house-made béchamel sauce and white and yellow cheddar topping, the mac and cheese here will definitely help to replenish those cheese levels. 

2912 N Henderson Ave, Dallas, TX 75206
(214) 828-2916
(214) 828-2916

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Hit this California export for a giant roast beef sandwich that’s completely smothered in cheese “wizz,” which is made at the restaurant. Pair with a side of gravy fries or cheese-drenched tots for a truly over-the-top lunch.

4800 Bryan St, Dallas, TX 75204
(214) 647-1075
(214) 647-1075

Rodeo Goat

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Rodeo Goat may be better known for inventive burgers, but those with a love for cheese should turn their attention to the fries. Order the Cheese Fries No Surprise with bacon and jalapeños, or go all in with the Cheese Fries Surprise topped with brisket chili. 

1926 Market Center Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207
(214) 741-4628
(214) 741-4628

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Sassetta

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When the rest of the dinner party insists on ordering the burnt honey pizza, it’s important to make sure there’s still something cheesy on the table. Start things off with the whipped ricotta appetizer—the olive oil and pillowy soft ricotta ratio is spot-on, and grilled sourdough is the perfect vehicle. 

1617 Hi Line Dr Ste 395, Dallas, TX 75207
(214) 307-5690
(214) 307-5690

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Meso Maya Comida y Copas

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The top queso contender in Dallas is a hot button topic, but Meso Maya never disappoints. With melted Chihuahua and pepper jack cheese and poblano chiles, nopales and fresh corn, you’ll never settle for the Velveeta stuff again. Get wild and add a pile of smoky brisket for an extra $2. 

1611 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75202
(214) 484-6555
(214) 484-6555

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Beto & Son

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It’s tough to get cheesier than queso fundido, a cheesy dish that bears little resemblance to its similarly-named Texan counterpart. At this Trinity Groves restaurant, find a blend of melty Mexican cheeses mixed with chorizo, sliced poblanos, and cilantro pesto that’s just waiting to be tucked into a warm flour tortilla.

3011 Gulden Ln #108, Dallas, TX 75212
(469) 249-8590
(469) 249-8590

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Cheesesteak House

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This Oak Cliff favorite improves on Philly’s favorite sandwich — the cheesesteak — with a giant scoop of gooey, melty queso.

2015 W Davis St, Dallas, TX 75208
(469) 941-4389
(469) 941-4389

Dallas Grilled Cheese Co. (Bishop Arts)

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Move over, American cheese. This Mockingbird Station sandwich shop serves up a mean grilled cheese for every taste. Pick from options like house-made grilled pimento cheese or treat yourself to Brie & bacon grilled cheese, made with gooey Brie, crispy bacon and caramelized onion. 

310 W 7th St, Dallas, TX 75208
(214) 944-5515
(214) 944-5515

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Ten : One Artisan Cheese

515 S Locust St, Denton, TX 76201

Those with a taste for the rare and hard-to-find cheese will need to make a trip up north. The boards start at only $8 with the cost of cheese added by weight, and include freshly baked bread from nearby Ravelin Bakery and homemade accoutrements. 

515 S Locust St, Denton, TX 76201
(940) 320-5639
(940) 320-5639

Ddong Ggo

2625 Old Denton Rd, Carrollton, TX 75007

The cheesiest house speciality award definitely goes to Ddong Ggo’s Cheese Island. This gooey masterpiece features an iron skillet on a table burner filled with shredded white cheese. Once the cheese has melted, the pile of fried chicken wings and Jenga-stacked fries become the island. To add to the cheese-fueled experience, there are also nacho Cheetos french fries and soups topped with Kraft singles.

2625 Old Denton Rd, Carrollton, TX 75007
(972) 810-0803
(972) 810-0803

Zoli's NY Pizza

14910 Midway Rd, Addison, TX 75001

Is there a more perfect food than cheese pizza? Probably not. Dallas is littered with cheese-topped mediocrity, but the thin crust, cheese-laden slices at Zoli’s are New York-style perfection.

14910 Midway Rd, Addison, TX 75001
(469) 754-9654
(469) 754-9654

The Porch

2912 N Henderson Ave, Dallas, TX 75206

Require a comfort food fix? Head to this Knox-Henderson staple. Between the house-made béchamel sauce and white and yellow cheddar topping, the mac and cheese here will definitely help to replenish those cheese levels. 

2912 N Henderson Ave, Dallas, TX 75206
(214) 828-2916
(214) 828-2916

Top Round

4800 Bryan St, Dallas, TX 75204

Hit this California export for a giant roast beef sandwich that’s completely smothered in cheese “wizz,” which is made at the restaurant. Pair with a side of gravy fries or cheese-drenched tots for a truly over-the-top lunch.

4800 Bryan St, Dallas, TX 75204
(214) 647-1075
(214) 647-1075

Rodeo Goat

1926 Market Center Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207

Rodeo Goat may be better known for inventive burgers, but those with a love for cheese should turn their attention to the fries. Order the Cheese Fries No Surprise with bacon and jalapeños, or go all in with the Cheese Fries Surprise topped with brisket chili. 

1926 Market Center Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207
(214) 741-4628
(214) 741-4628

Sassetta

1617 Hi Line Dr Ste 395, Dallas, TX 75207

When the rest of the dinner party insists on ordering the burnt honey pizza, it’s important to make sure there’s still something cheesy on the table. Start things off with the whipped ricotta appetizer—the olive oil and pillowy soft ricotta ratio is spot-on, and grilled sourdough is the perfect vehicle. 

1617 Hi Line Dr Ste 395, Dallas, TX 75207
(214) 307-5690
(214) 307-5690

Meso Maya Comida y Copas

1611 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75202

The top queso contender in Dallas is a hot button topic, but Meso Maya never disappoints. With melted Chihuahua and pepper jack cheese and poblano chiles, nopales and fresh corn, you’ll never settle for the Velveeta stuff again. Get wild and add a pile of smoky brisket for an extra $2. 

1611 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75202
(214) 484-6555
(214) 484-6555

Beto & Son

3011 Gulden Ln #108, Dallas, TX 75212

It’s tough to get cheesier than queso fundido, a cheesy dish that bears little resemblance to its similarly-named Texan counterpart. At this Trinity Groves restaurant, find a blend of melty Mexican cheeses mixed with chorizo, sliced poblanos, and cilantro pesto that’s just waiting to be tucked into a warm flour tortilla.

3011 Gulden Ln #108, Dallas, TX 75212
(469) 249-8590
(469) 249-8590

Cheesesteak House

2015 W Davis St, Dallas, TX 75208

This Oak Cliff favorite improves on Philly’s favorite sandwich — the cheesesteak — with a giant scoop of gooey, melty queso.

2015 W Davis St, Dallas, TX 75208
(469) 941-4389
(469) 941-4389

Dallas Grilled Cheese Co. (Bishop Arts)

310 W 7th St, Dallas, TX 75208

Move over, American cheese. This Mockingbird Station sandwich shop serves up a mean grilled cheese for every taste. Pick from options like house-made grilled pimento cheese or treat yourself to Brie & bacon grilled cheese, made with gooey Brie, crispy bacon and caramelized onion. 

310 W 7th St, Dallas, TX 75208
(214) 944-5515
(214) 944-5515

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