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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

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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. 

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.

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.

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. 

Top Round

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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.

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. 

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. 

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. 

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.

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.

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. 

Ten : One Artisan Cheese

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. 

Ddong Ggo

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.

Zoli's NY Pizza

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.

The Porch

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. 

Top Round

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.

Rodeo Goat

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. 

Sassetta

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. 

Meso Maya Comida y Copas

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. 

Beto & Son

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.

Cheesesteak House

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

Dallas Grilled Cheese Co. (Bishop Arts)

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. 

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