Table for One: Where to Dine Solo in Dallas

Eating alone doesn't have to mean grabbing the closest fast food option.

Take a seat at the bar or grab a booth all to yourself and enjoy a nice dinner at your favorite Dallas restaurant.

Updated January 2024

Ascension Coffee

Coffee shops are a solo diner's paradise. Stop by Ascension Coffee for a latte after exploring the Design District or bring your favorite book along for an afternoon espresso and a midday getaway. For those looking for something stronger than coffee, Ascension has a wide range of wine and cocktails to choose from to pair with the Mediterranean chicken wrap for dinner.

Pictured Mercat Bistro

Mercat Bistro

Get a taste of Paris at Mercat Bistro in the Harwood District. The chic Parisian bistro is the perfect place for solo diners looking to have a quiet breakfast. Trust us, you'll want the Quiche Lorraine and chocolate croissant all for yourself! For those on the go, check out the variety of pastries, salads, and sandwiches available for take-out. Or choose to dine in for lunch Monday through Friday and dinner daily starting at 5 pm.

Lucia

Looking to treat yourself? Head to Lucia in the Bishop Arts District. The cozy and historic restaurant is known for its seasonal menu and fresh pasta made in-house daily. Reservations are made 60 days in advance, but it's well worth the wait! No reservation? The restaurant offers bar seating on a first come, first served basis, so make sure to get there early.

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Owner's Box at The Omni

Hotel bars are the perfect place to dine alone, and if you're looking to watch your favorite sports team on the big screen, The Owner's Box at The Omni in Downtown Dallas is just the place to go. Grab a seat at the bar and enjoy a cold beer while watching your team on one of the bar's many screens, which includes a 16-foot screen for the ultimate game-watching experience. The full-service bar has plenty of beers on tap and hand-crafted cocktails as well as food. Make sure to try the BBQ Bacon Burger or Garlic Butter Baked Pretzel!

Gemma

Gemma is just casual enough to feel right at home while offering upscale new american dishes. Feed those late night cravings at this ideal spot for a delicious late bite, indulge on oysters, rigatoni alla vodka, and a cocktail or two and a piece of their unforgettable gingerbread cake.