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El Carlos Elegante, Dallas, TX

El Carlos Elegante

4.8
4.8
130 Reviews
$31 to $50
American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 56 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Lively
  • Innovative
El Carlos Elegante is a Mexican-inspired eatery that is open for dinner service and showcases beloved Latin cooking traditions through the chef team’s talent and creativity. Patrons can enjoy large cuts of high-end, Argentinian-style wood-fired meats and fish, a stunning crudo selection, house-made tortillas, as well as traditional masa-based dishes relevant to the heart of Mexico. The restaurant also features a seasonal craft cocktail menu and a standout Mezcal program, as well as a global list of wines and champagnes.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary Mexican
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (214) 277-1800
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Duro Culinary Team

What 130 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Dallas - Fort Worth

    American

  • Dallas

    Innovative

  • Dallas

    American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
El Carlos Elegante offers a "diamond of a Mexican restaurant" experience with "creative dishes made in traditional styles with a twist". Guests rave about the "fabulous" food and "impeccable" service, complemented by an "extensive tequila and mescal menu". The cozy and vibrant atmosphere makes every visit "a must experience".

130 Reviews
  1. Greg

    VIP

    Dallas

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was a wonderful dining experience! You can go dressed up or quasi casual (preferably no gym shorts). The music can seem a little loud so if you're with someone that has a hard time hearing, you've been warned. However, if you're young you will enjoy it. I do recommend the Elegante experience, it is a little pricey but hey, you go for the experience of Mexican food not TexMex fajitas (and I love fajitas!).

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  2. Stephanie

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went here for my husband’s birthday and had never been before. It did now disappoint! We’re both vegetarian and the dishes we had were all amazing! Our favorite was the maza dish with butternut squash. We also had the key lime dessert and they gave my husband a Mexican chocolate dessert also for his birthday. Both were so very delicious! The cocktails were also very good, well balanced and the waiter did an excellent job of pairing them with meal. The service was outstanding, never lacking anything. The waiter was knowledgeable and accommodated our requests with ease and fluidity. We definitely would like to come back!

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  3. Alyssa

    VIP

    Chicago

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was an excellent experience. The food was fantastic. The service was spectacular. I would recommend 100%. 

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  4. David

    New York City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Spectacular food, we had the tasting menu and it was wonderful and great value. Vibe was cool and welcoming.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Cristy and Pete are the best servers in Dallas! Sit with them for sure!

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  6. Reshma

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    El Carlos Elegante truly gets everything right. The staff make you feel welcome and taken care of without being overbearing. The food? Incredible—every dish is packed with flavor and looks amazing. And the atmosphere is just perfect, cozy yet classy. It’s the kind of place you’ll want to keep coming back to.

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  7. John

    VIP

    Dallas

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Exceeded expectations! Fantastic dishes and great service. The music is too loud for the space. Other than that, highly recommend.

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  8. Lisa

    VIP

    Dallas

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was above and beyond! They treated my friend like a queens on her birthday!

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  9. Stephen

    Dallas

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 11 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Vibrant Scene. Great Playlist that fits the mood. Delicious food with knowledgeable and helpful waitstaff. Una experiencia elegante!

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  10. Joe

    VIP

    Chicago

    46 reviews

    5.0

    46 reviews

    Dined on 9 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I visit Dallas twice every year. El Carlos Elegance has been a regular for me the past 3 years. I eat there EVERY time I'm in Dallas. The service, drinks, and food are truly fabulous. A diamond of a Mexican restaurant. Tequila is their thing. The mezcal margaritas are amazing. Attention to detail is the signature for their food. This is a must experience restaurant. Very highly recommended. But book ahead if you're eating 7pm -9pm. It's busy!

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El Carlos Elegante is rated 4.8 stars by 130 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 56 times today
Google Map for El Carlos Elegante

1400 N Riverfront Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207-3912

Additional information

  • Area
    West Dallas
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Contemporary Mexican
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Duro Culinary Team
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Wine
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