Locals know that the former Harvest was so hard to get a reservation at that one had to plan weeks in advance. Well, this stalwart on the Square moved to a three-floor location, a renovated Masonic lodge, that should help ease the strife of getting a table. There are some new dishes on the menu, and some old favorites remain. And there are four distinct dining experiences to enjoy — the first floor has booths with artwork featuring several of the farmers and ranchers it works with, plus a gorgeous bar tucked away in the back. The second floor is a green and pink dining room built for its chef. The third floor has a more relaxed, speakeasy vibe with navy blue walls and dark wood furniture, where the whole menu is available, along with live music and a full bar. 

Those who live in Far East Dallas know there aren’t enough good places to eat around these parts. Mike McRae, who has Table 13 in Addison and Stan’s Blue Note on Greenville, opened this bistro and it covers the gamut, food-wise. While the menu is very Texas-forward with a good dose of bar food, the mains are classic American fare: salmon, pork chop, filet mignon, halibut, and quail.

Looking for a new sushi spot? Look no further. Pearl is helmed by chef Shine Tamaoki, formerly of Nobu Dallas. He’s crafted the menu to reflect Japanese dishes and include flavor profiles from his hometown of Yamanashi, which sits in the shadow of Mount Fuji.

What is contemporary Chinese cuisine, we asked when speaking to the chefs and owners that created this new restaurant. The best answers might be found on its menu, among the American Chinese dishes that diners already know. It’s the roasted Berkshire pork char siu, crispy pastrami egg rolls, Alaskan king crab salad, and wok-fried lamb shoulder. It’s contemporary cooking done with Chinese traditional methods with flourishes to style it.

The return of Misti Norris’s Petra and the Beast, in its new Lakewood location, It’s in a big, gorgeous, homey space with dining nooks, a large bar, and a chef’s counter for the food nerds who like to see not only their plates come out but what everyone is eating (and it’s a great spot to talk to the staff). Norris tells Eater Dallas she’s getting bored with the opening menu already so expect a full overhaul soon. This is a destination for food adventurers — Norris continues to play with textures, cooking methods, and flavor profiles to push boundaries.

The interview with chef Matt McCallister, who developed the menu for this spot, made it sound so good. Simple food, simply done with lots of options for vegetarians and vegans. While we’re skeptical about the QR code service experience, it’s not mandatory here and a solid all-day cafe option that doesn’t break the bank is always welcome. Especially for the work from home crowd.

Looking for lunch or an early dinner in Downtown? A new option just popped up with a pair of highly pedigreed chefs. Jennie Kelley was one of the masterminds behind Frank, a must-try pop-up that ran for years in the city, and Brandon Moore who ran the kitchen at Ocean Prime. The duo previously collaborated at Better Half. Now, they’re doing a very nice lunch and what they call “aparitivo hour” food from 3 to 7 p.m., which includes Detroit-style pizza, shared plates, natural wines, local beers, and batch cocktails.

Omakase anyone? This spot in the East Quarter offers a 17-course experience in a pair of subterranean rooms that hold only 12 guests. Its an intimate eating experience, obviously, with fish flown in daily from Japan, Australia, and California. A meal costs is $165 per person, with curated sake and wine pairings available at an additional cost. A $50 deposit per person is required with a reservation.

Graham Elliot and Felipe Amenta have opened their barbecue spot in Fort Worth. But there are no paper plates, steel trays, or rolls of paper towels here — it’s strictly china, cloth napkins, and real silverware. The menu isn’t a by-the-pound structure either, it’s strictly sandwiches and entrees presented as meals and not a vehicle for meat.