Your World Cup Dining Guide to Dallas

By: The Local Palate

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Legendary Texas steakhouses, inventive barbecue joints, luxe omakase experiences, and must-try bakeries are proof that during the FIFA World Cup in Dallas, the action won’t be limited to the pitch at AT&T Stadium. These standout restaurants offer flavors as exciting as the tournament itself, and no matter the meal or time of day, they are definitely worth planning your trip around.

The Bread Club

At this cozy bakery, the smell of fresh-baked bread and delicious coffee draws customers in from Uptown’s The Quad before they even reach the door. Baking director Peter Edris combines European techniques and Texas-grown ingredients to curate a menu highlighting grain milled in-house daily. Pastries like the Sonora snickerdoodle and pistachio pain suisse share the spotlight with classic baguettes and Texas country wheat bread, while sandwiches, salads, and signature coffee drinks turn a bakery visit from a grab-and-go experience to a sit-down meal.

Cattlemen’s Steakhouse

No visit to the Fort Worth Stockyards is complete without a meal at Cattlemen’s Steakhouse, a renowned restaurant feeding hungry Texans since 1947. The iconic restaurant recently got a multimillion-dollar makeover courtesy of the new owner, Taylor Sheridan, but still feels steeped in Texas tradition. Diners can watch their steaks sizzle over an open fire in the main dining room and enjoy favorites like the 32-ounce dry-aged tomahawk chop or the signature Heart O’ Texas rib-eye. Executive chef Theodore Tom rounds out the menu with seafood, pasta, and classic steakhouse sides.

El Carlos Elegante

At El Carlos Elegante, nixtamalization is the foundation of the restaurant’s standout masa program, with fresh masa crafted daily for dishes such as cut-to-order el machete and squash tetela with Mayan hummus and black beans. This lively Design District spot has also earned a following for its carne asada and guajillo chicken served alongside a silky mole madre. Pair it with a signature margarita or a classic michelada and enjoy a memorable evening.

Georgie

Located in the buzzy Knox Henderson neighborhood, French-inspired Georgie keeps crowds coming back for its refined ambiance and menu of seasonal favorites, including hot honey crispy duck breast and scallop gratinée prepared with uni, garlic miso butter, and caramelized endive. Don’t skip out on chef Bruno Davaillon’s innovative individual bites, including venison tartare, snow crab toast, and uni “French toast.”

Smoke’N Ash BBQ

At Smoke’N Ash BBQ, Texas barbecue meets Ethiopian flavors in one of Arlington’s most progressive restaurants. The husband-and-wife duo behind the MICHELIN-recognized restaurant serve smoked brisket, injera, collard greens, and housemade sauces that bring distinctive spice and flavor to every plate.

Soy Cowboy

Restaurateur Benjamin Berg, Texas’s king of vibe dining, is bringing serious FIFA energy to Soy Cowboy, a Pan-Asian restaurant in Arlington. Just minutes from the pitch at AT&T Stadium, the restaurant is leaning into World Cup season with a special patio menu created just for soccer fans, including Wagyu beef yakitori, Korean BBQ ribs, and robata favorites. Cool off between matches with a Cristalino Margarita or a watermelon martini.

Sushi Kozy

At Sushi Kozy, chef-owner Paul Ko and chef RJ Yoakam guide diners through a 17-course omakase that highlights fresh, seasonal ingredients. Expect perfectly executed nigiri with unexpected bites, including a memorable lamb, oxtail, and strawberry dish that keeps even seasoned omakase fans guessing. Grab a seat at the bar to watch the chefs in action or spread out at a table for a relaxing experience.