Nobu Dallas first opened in 2005 and has gained quite a following for those who love Japanese cuisine.
The decor is also a top draw and if you like quality meals in unique settings, Nobu is worth checking out. The dining room is simply stunning, with river rock walls and a sleek onyx sushi bar.
Nobu has also won considerable acclaim, including Best New Restaurant by the James Beard Foundation. The restaurant has also appeared in several movies, including Casino, Austin Powers: Goldmember and Memoirs of a Geisha.
The dress code at Nobu is elegant casual with an emphasis on comfort. As you pull up to the restaurant, you can take advantage of valet parking. If you prefer, there is also public underground parking. Are you a guest at the Rosewood Crescent Hotel? Then you can take advantage of discount parking rates.
You can also decide if you’d prefer to meet friends for drinks at the bar, grab a snack or full dinner at the sushi bar, enjoy a meal in the dining room or reserve a private business or other special even in the skylight room. This is a restaurant where people go to see and be seen so don’t be surprised if you see some celebs as well as the more notable names in Dallas.
While there is plenty to choose from on the dining menu, signature dishes include Yellowtail with Jalapeno or Ranchero Rib Eye Steak. Fish dishes are the main attractions at Nobu Dallas, however, be sure to ask for the specials of the day.
You can choose between cold and hot dishes, a feature that is popular with regulars at Nobu. Cold dishes include Toro Tartare with Caviar or Monk Fish Pate, along with many other choices.
Hot dishes include Australian beef which is grilled at your table, an excellent option for sparking conversation during a first date. You can also select from a variety of fish, crab and lobster dishes.
If you’re up for a real treat, check out the Omakase chef’s tasting menu which runs between $95 and $125. You never know what you’ll be served but can be assured it will be spectacular.
Unlike some Japanese restaurants, the dessert menu is also designed to make an impression – and it certainly does. From warm melting chocolate cake to tofu mousse, there is something delectable for every taste. If you want a lighter finish to your meal, try the seasonal fruit plate. Since Nobu is a family-friendly restaurant, children are especially pleased by the dessert selections.
Before leaving the restaurant, you might want to buy one of two cookbooks produced by Nobu. They include Nobu Now ($45) and Nobu the Cookbook ($37). Nobu tea mugs ($12) also make lovely souvenirs or gifts for friends or family back home.
Nobu is near the Nasher Sculpture Center, Dallas Segway Tours and the Dallas Holocaust Museum. The Dallas Segway Tours are a unique way to enjoy tours of downtown Dallas. After taking a tour in early afternoon, you might want to check out the other two attractions near Nobu before dropping in for dinner. Plan to spend at least $25 and up per person for dinner.
Nobu Dallas is located at 400 Crescent Court and can be reached at (214) 252-7000. The restaurant is open from 6-11 pm Mondays through Fridays and 6-10 pm on Sunday. Lounge hours are Monday through Thursday from 4:30 pm to 12 am and Friday and Saturday from 4:30 pm to 2 am.