Going out with a group is not without its challenges. Balancing different dietary preferences, age groups, and the need for ample space can quickly turn choosing a restaurant into a headache. Rather than letting hunger turn your group hangry, we’ve assembled a solid list of spots that handle group dining with ease. Whether your crew is craving pizza, sports, gaming, barbecue, steak—or all of the above—these places deliver with minimal friction, reservations or not.
Dine out in a group at these top Dallas restaurants.
Electric Shuffle
In Deep Ellum, there’s a big “eatertainment” venue that combines electronic shuffleboard, bowling, darts, and more. Electric Shuffle features a plethora of cocktails and mocktails, plus a full food menu that has a bit of something for everyone. Pizzas, sharable apps, and even an all-inclusive brunch are all tasty options. Go forth and have some fun with your family, friends, or team. 2615 Elm St., Dallas, electricshuffle.com/us/dallas
Happiest Hour
If your group is happiest with a cocktail or mocktail in hand, head to the Harwood District to Happiest Hour, where they have a DJ on Friday and Saturday nights, brunch all weekend, and happy hour from 4 to 6 p.m. pm on weekdays. Don’t miss the rooftop seating and big screen, perfect for watch parties. 1520 Main St., Dallas, thehappiesthour.com
Culinary Dropout
This big and bold restaurant with a huge rooftop patio is made for group dining. Add live music, lots of big screen TVs, and a diverse menu, and it’s a recipe for satisfaction. The Dallas location has seven private dining spaces, so making a reservation is a good idea. During happy hour, Culinary Dropout has plenty of zero-proof options as well as beer, wine, cocktails, frozen drinks, and more. Those who know grab a burger, some appetizers to share or a chicken katsu sandwich. Detroit-style pizza is also a solid call. 150 Turtle Creek Blvd. #101, Dallas, culinarydropout.com/locations/culinary-dropout-dallas
Sixty Vines
With more than 60 wines on tap, Sixty Vines provides guests with the closest “from the barrel” wine tasting experience, alongside comforts like pizzas and pastas in a light and bright setting. The location at the Crescent hotel is particularly nice for a group dinner, as the greenhouse-style private dining room is an attractive addition to the building. If members of your group don’t drink, there are half a dozen non-alcoholic beverage options on offer. 500 Crescent Ct. Ste. 160, Dallas, sixtyvines.com
Corrientes 348
A steakhouse with an Argentinian twist, Corrientes 348 has lots of space for group dining, including a private room and spacious patio. Despite being a steakhouse, Corrientes 348 has many dishes in which vegetables shine, including big salads and veggie empanadas. Dessert is not to be missed—share a panqueque or two with your group. 1807 Ross Ave., Dallas, corrientes348.com
Terry Black’s BBQ
With several private rooms, long communal tables, and rooftop space in spades, this Texas barbecue joint is a great place to share among friends, family and coworkers. Have one person wait in line and get enough of everything to share. Don’t dare leave without trying the chopped brisket, mac and cheese, creamed corn, and beef ribs. A full bar, BBQ merch, and a parking lot (unheard of in Deep Ellum) are added bonuses. 3025 Main St., Dallas, terryblacksbbq.com
Cane Rosso
The shareable pizza pies at Cane Rosso are perfect for group dining. Add big salads, pastas, a full bar and giant steaming hot focaccia pillows that are fun to tear into, and it’s an event. The Gaston Avenue location near White Rock Lake has an extra large patio and semi-private dining room for big groups. Pies come out fast since they only hit the oven for around 90 seconds. 7328 Gaston Ave. #100, Dallas, canerosso.com
Delucca Gaucho Pizza & Wine
The vibes at Delucca are moody and dressed up, and the all-you-can-eat Brazilian-style prix fixe makes dining with a group seamless. Sample every pizza they make, in smallish slivers until you say “uncle.” Drinks, both boozy and non, are a treat. Every guest starts with a small lobster bisque, meatballs, and arugula salad. The location in the Design District has a private room perfect for groups. 1628 Oak Lawn Ave. Ste. 100, Dallas, delucca.com
Rodeo Goat
A casual, sports bar atmosphere with every kind of burger, all Rodeo Goat locations offer indoor and outdoor seating with room for groups. Cheese fries are a must. Fun drinks like the “Moontang” with Firefly Moonshine, Tang and some secret ingredients pair nicely with a classic burger and fries. Don’t skip the shakes for dessert. Multiple locations, rodeogoat.com
Ocean Prime
This Uptown Dallas spot has a large menu showcasing items that range from sushi to seafood to steaks. Ocean Prime is an ideal spot for celebrations, office parties, or a simple happy hour with friends. Don’t miss the sky-high 10-layer carrot cake, or the flight of “tiny ‘tinis” that make an appearance only at happy hour. 2101 Cedar Springs Rd. #150, Dallas, ocean-prime.com/locations-menus/dallas/
Partenope
This Italian restaurant, owned by award-winning pizzaiolo Dino Santonicola and his wife Megan, has plenty of seating for groups, including a private dining room and private patio space. Guests should try the burrata with cavoletti (crispy Brussels sprouts), an unexpected combination with sweetness from basil-mint pesto and balsamic vinegar that make the sprouts sing. 110 S. Greenville Ave., Richardson, partenopedallas.com
LORO
Fans of barbecue and Asian flavors will love LORO, and its large space and convenient counter-service makes it a go-to for groups. Bowls, salads, and small plates come in great sizes to share. Don’t skip the corn fritters, crispy potatoes, or chicken karaage. And, if you can’t settle on what to drink, consider a boozy slushee flight. Multiple locations, loroeats.com
The Hampton Social
Groups of 10-20 can hit up the Hampton Social for a ‘Sips, Shucks and Smash Experience’ during happy hour, which features unlimited oysters, skinny margs, wagyu smash tacos, and truffle fries. Alternatively, diners who prefer to order a la carte can spread out over three floors that boast indoor and outdoor dining areas. Menu items are coastal in nature, with lots of seafood, bowls and sandwiches.
