Best Authentic Restaurants in Allen

23 restaurants available nearby

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1. Gao's BBQ & Crab - Dallas

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5.0

Exceptional(0)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Allen

Booked 1 time today

Gao's BBQ and Crab is the kind of place that makes you feel right at home. We use fresh ingredients and unique cooking techniques to serve authentic Chinese for lunch and dinner. Every bite is packed with happiness. Whether you're here for sizzling BBQ or fresh, flavorful seafood, we'll make sure you feel the warmth and comfort of home. Come join us with your family and friends for a delightful time together! 老高烧烤和手抓海鲜，就是那种让您感觉像在家一样舒适的地方。我们的食材新鲜，烹饪手法独特，让每一口都是满满的幸福味道。不管您是来品尝热气腾腾的烧烤，还是享用新鲜的手抓海鲜，我们都会让您感受到家的温暖和舒适。欢迎您和您的家人朋友一起来，让我们一同度过愉快的时光！

2. Neon Cactus

4.5

Awesome(89)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Allen

Booked 8 times today

Uniting Mexican and global cuisine with innovation Our initiative stems from a fundamental question! How can we actively contribute to positive change?Our objective is to cultivate avenues for deserving individuals to make meaningful contributions to society but also to foster their self-confidence and teamwork skills. We aim to instill a sense of trust and potential within them, ensuring they feel valued and empowered… It just so happens that we serve great food too.Welcome to Neon Cactus! Our vibrant restaurant offers an unforgettable experience from lunch to late-night fun. Join us for delicious meals served during lunch and dinner, as well as brunch on weekends. As the sun sets, our atmosphere transforms into a lively party scene with DJs spinning tunes after 10 PM. Enjoy entertainment on weekends, covered patios for cozy gatherings, and a dynamic environment that's perfect for families during the day and party-goers at night. Come experience the excitement at Neon Cactus!

3. Ciccio Trattoria

4.7

Exceptional(663)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • McKinney

Booked 16 times today

Chef Ati Malaj has been in the restaurant industry for over 25 years with Ciccio being his fourth restaurant in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. When you eat at Ciccio, you will gracefully taste his carefully crafted choices of ingredients. He is consistently raising the bar with innovated twists on all of his dishes.Our mission is to have a place with not just extraordinary food, but also one that will make you feel at home, offering the highest standards in quality and service. From the logo to the silverware, every single detail was thought out and it has a why behind it. Talking about our logo, we don’t call it just a logo; we wanted it to tell a story and that’s exactly how it turned out. As simple as it looks, it tells our story. The word “Ciccio” [pronounced CH EE – ch oh] means “sweetheart/an affectionate way of calling someone you love” in Italian, and that is exactly how he and his family feel about this place and what it represents to them.

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4. Brio Italian Grille - Allen - Watter's Creek

4.1

Excellent(1161)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Allen

Booked 12 times today

Brio Watters Creek is a premier Tuscan-inspired Italian restaurant in Allen, TX serving authentic, northern Italian cuisine, luxury wines & cocktails-our specialties include premium quality steaks, chops, seafood, made-to-order pasta and flatbreads. If you're looking for the best holiday party venue or restaurant for Thanksgiving, Brio offers easy reservations and catering services to make your event special. Whether dining in or ordering online, Brio Watters Creek is the place to eat in Allen, TX for great Italian cuisine. Visit us today-reserve your table or order online!

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5. Hedary's Mediterranean Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(120)

Price: Moderate

• Lebanese • Allen

Booked 2 times today

Since 1976, when Antoine Hedary and his family of 9 arrived from Lebanon and opened their first Lebanese restaurant in Ft. Worth, Texas, Hedary’s has been delighting critics and diners alike with their commitment to using natural, fresh, high quality ingredients. George Hedary continues this legacy in Allen, Texas, where he currently resides with his wife and two children. This is George’s third restaurant; his first was in the Promenade Shopping Center in Richardson, Texas in 1988. Hedary’s uses traditional recipes and culinary techniques and is committed to providing food that is fresh and flavorful without the use of preservatives or unatural additives. You will find that the pickles, yogurt and bread are cured, brined, fermented and bakedin-house and that many of the the herbs and vegetables come from the organic garden located in the front of the restaurant. We invite you to come and savor our favorite recipes and to share our passion for f

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6. Lombardi Cucina Italiana

4.7

Exceptional(1157)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Frisco

Booked 52 times today

Lombardi Cucina Italiana is a celebration of authentic Italian cuisine with a modern touch. The menu features a large selection of "fatto a Mano" pastas as well as an extensive array of fresh fish, meats and produce. The curated beverage program has a vast selection of worldly wines and handcrafted signature cocktails. Our forward thinking cocktail menu uses innovative ingredients from the kitchen, such as prosciutto, rosemary and amarene. The wine list will represent all main wine regions of the world, with a primary focus on the Italian Peninsula. Lombardi Cucina Italiana’s atmosphere will remind you of an open air villa in Italy surrounded by olive trees, Italian marble and Venetian Chandeliers. Their luxurious bar and cocktail lounge is the perfect setting for an evening of relaxation, while listening to live entertainment.

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7. Cane Rosso - Frisco

4.4

Awesome(258)

Price: Moderate

• Pizzeria • Frisco

Booked 10 times today

From its beginning as a mobile pizza operation to multiple locations across the DFW metroplex, Cane Rosso restaurants continue to evolve and make bellies happy! From handmade dough and mozzarella made in-house daily for our wood-fired Neapolitan pizzas to fresh pasta, authentic Italian desserts, wines, cocktails, local brews, and unique takes on classic, traditional Italian dishes, everyone is sure to find something they enjoy. Every Cane Rosso restaurant partners with local vendors, brewers and restaurant suppliers to help support its local community. We hope you will join us for a dining experience you are sure to enjoy! Cheers!

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8. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Plano

4.4

Awesome(612)

Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Plano

Booked 13 times today

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

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9. Mah-Jong Chinese Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(613)

Price: Moderate

• Chinese • Plano

Booked 3 times today

Mah-Jong Chinese Kitchen is widely regarded as authentic due to its traditional Chinese cooking and excellent service. Customers frequently praise the food as 'fantastic', 'well-prepared', and 'authentic'. The restaurant also won the 'Best New Restaurant 2016' award, further solidifying its reputation.

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10. Jinbeh Japanese Restaurant - Frisco

4.6

Exceptional(538)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • Frisco

Booked 13 times today

Indulge in our fresh, authentic Japanese cuisine while enjoying the cozy environment of a traditional Japanese atmosphere. Guests can enjoy sitting on our fun hibachi grills where the chefs cook your meal right in front of you! Or dine at our sushi lounge where all the imagination and creativity of our sushi chefs are on display.

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MarissaVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
Delicious food! Waitress Amber was terrific. Highly recommend the specialty craft cocktails and the beef barbacoa deviled eggs!
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Neon CactusPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Allen
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4.5
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MaryVIP
Dallas - Fort Worth •18 reviews
4.0
Dined 5 days ago
Set in an old quaint house with various rooms for dining we enjoyed the hummus and tabbouleh and pita bread. Then we had the average Kibbee and grape leaves. The server was great and overall we really enjoyed ourselves. Growing up with Lebanese food it had different tastes that we weren’t used to. Next time we will try different things to get the whole experience.
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Hedary's Mediterranean RestaurantPrice: Moderate• Lebanese• Allen
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4.5
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Karen
Dallas - Fort Worth •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 Dec 2024
Excellent service on a very busy Xmas evening. The kitchen also rose to the occasion admirably. Family situation required dining out and we are grateful that Brio was open
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Brio Italian Grille - Allen - Watter's CreekPrice: Moderate• Italian• Allen
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4.1
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Sarah
Dallas - Fort Worth •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 25 Dec 2024
Always a great experience! The food and service are very good!
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Ciccio TrattoriaPrice: Expensive• Italian• McKinney
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4.7

Discover best authentic restaurants in Allen

Experience the charm of authentic dining in the thriving culinary landscape of Allen, a suburb in the Dallas - Fort Worth area. This location boasts a diverse array of restaurants that capture the essence of true culinary craftsmanship. From traditional recipes handed down through generations to innovative dishes that tell a story of cultural fusion, each establishment offers a unique glimpse into the rich flavors and genuine hospitality that define the region. Food enthusiasts will appreciate the meticulous attention to detail and the high quality of ingredients used, ensuring every meal is a memorable experience. Allen's dining scene is vibrant and welcoming, making it a prime destination for those who cherish authenticity in their dining experiences. Whether you're a local or a visitor, exploring these restaurants will give you a taste of the local culture and the culinary excellence that Allen is known for.

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23 restaurants available nearby

1. Gao's BBQ & Crab - Dallas

2. Neon Cactus

3. Ciccio Trattoria

4. Brio Italian Grille - Allen - Watter's Creek

5. Hedary's Mediterranean Restaurant

6. Lombardi Cucina Italiana

7. Cane Rosso - Frisco

8. Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Plano

9. Mah-Jong Chinese Kitchen

10. Jinbeh Japanese Restaurant - Frisco

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