Uchi

There’s no Dallas dining experience quite like Uchi, whose mini-empire started in Austin and has expanded to Houston, LA, Denver, and Miami. This modern, experimental Japanese spot makes some of the best sushi in town, and you’ll find that everyone else in Dallas agrees when you attempt to make a reservation. The menu is long—as in 80+ options long—so make life easy and ask your server for help (a few suggestions: the hama chili, a couple of plates from their toyosu section, and some nigiri and sashimi). There’s also a solid Happy Hour menu if you’re not dining with a corporate card or a Dallas Maverick.