Abacus

Located in the Knox-Henderson area of Uptown Dallas, Executive Chef Chris Patrick's cuisine will not disappoint. Don't miss our signature dish Lobster Shooters. You will also find prime beef, sushi, fresh fish are flown in daily and much more on the ever-changing, innovative menu perfect for romantic or business dinners. Tuesday through Thursday you can order the 5 or 8-course Chef's Tasting...

Fun Fact: The Abacus kitchen reigns supreme with Chef Kent Rathbun's Iron Chef victory over celebrity Chef Bobby Flay.

Where to Sit: The eight- to 12-person chef's table can enjoy a nine-course tasting menu for $70 each, or $95 with wine.

Chef de cuisine Christopher Patrick now helms the kitchen at Abacus (Kent Rathbun continues to work with Kent Rathbun Concepts, but is wearing a different hat). Patrick's menu will change seasonally, with standout dishes including the seared diver scallops and Nueske's bacon-wrapped heritage Berkshire long-bone pork chop with hummingbird bread. Menu favorites remain, like lobster shooters...

This high-profile restaurant fits the "everything's bigger in Texas" image. The interior is as spectacular as it is warm. The menu, which changes frequently, depending on the best seasonal options, melds Southwestern and Asian cuisines, resulting in creations like lobster shooters flavored with red chili and sake. People come back for the sushi.

Looking to splurge on a fancy dinner for a birthday, an anniversary, or just a random Tuesday night? An elaborate multi-course tasting menu might just fit the bill. These extra-special — and extra-expensive — menus allow diners to experience a more focused culinary experience based on the chef's vision. Next time you're looking to drop some coin on a memorable meal, these nine Dallas...

UPTOWN—Komali is hosting a Herradura tequila dinner on Thursday, July 31 at 7 p.m. Five courses will range from a watermelon salad with cotija and "artisanal ham" to sweetbread and pork belly tacos. Seats are $80 per person; call 214-252-0200 to reserve. [EaterWire]

LAKEWOOD/OAK CLIFF—La Calle Doce wants to get you drunk. On Thursday night (which is supposedly National Tequila Day, for those...

When guests step on the walkway to Abacus, they leave the worries of the outside world behind. Abacus's doors open to a tranquil setting that is sure to please even the most discriminating of tastes, with it's Contemporary Global Ecclectic Cuisines Upon entering Abacus, guests are greeted with a warm smile and escorted to an area that suits their mood - the elegant bar where the night may begin...