Spending time in Near East? Get to know this Dallas neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from an authentic Mexican restaurant to a gastropub known for its massive beer menu.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Near East, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Meso Maya Comida y Copas
Topping the list is Mexican and New Mexican dining establishment Meso Maya Comida y Copas. Located at 1611 McKinney Ave., it's the most popular businesses in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 1,985 reviews on Yelp.
Noteworthy dishes to try here include ceviche, chile rellenos with carnitas or short ribs, chicharrones, queso fundido and carne asada.
2. Rodeo Goat
Next up is beer bar and restaurant Rodeo Goat, which specializes in burgers and beer, situated at 1926 Market Center Blvd. With 4.5 stars out of 1,763 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
The menu largely consists of various specialty burgers, ranging from a classic blue cheese burger, chicken burger and turkey burger to more unique options like the Sugar Burger, which comes topped with candied bacon, grilled peaches, caramelized onions and jalapeño jam.
3. Meddlesome Moth
Meddlesome Moth, a bar and traditional American gastropub, is another high-traffic neighborhood go-to, with four stars out of 1,826 Yelp reviews. Head over to 1621 Oak Lawn Ave. to give it a taste for yourself.
This popular watering hole is famed for its full bar and extensive beer list, which features 40 brews on tap, two live ales and over 85 different bottled beers to choose from.
4. Medina Oven & Bar
Check out Medina Oven & Bar, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 532 reviews on Yelp. You can find the Moroccan and Mediterranean restaurant and bar at 2304 Victory Park Lane.
Specializing in Moroccan-Mediterranean cuisine, Medina Oven & Bar offers full menus for brunch, lunch and dinner, along with a generously sized wine list and selection of Moroccan-inspired seductive cocktails such as the Marrakesh Mint Tea Martini and Medina Carpet Ride, a libation made with Crown Royal, apricot brandy and fresh lemon juice.
5. Town Hearth
And then there's Town Hearth, a local favorite with 4.5 stars out of 384 reviews. Stop by 1617 Market Center Blvd. to hit up the steakhouse and traditional American seafood bistro next time you're in the neighborhood.
In addition to its steaks and other upscale American fare, Town Hearth features distinctive ambient touches like a sports car display, an aquarium with yellow submarine and 64 chandeliers.
This story was created automatically using local business data, then reviewed and augmented by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.
