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Brittany Tran I had dinner here for a friend’s birthday and the vibes, food, and staff were amazing! The portions were filling and the staff were very friendly. We had complimentary focaccia bread and got fritto misto to start and then fettuccine bolognese, gnocchi al tartufo, lasagna al forno, rigatoni ala vodka, and pollo a la griglia as our entrees. I definitely recommend their fettuccine bolognese as it was so satisfying and hearty. My friends really liked the gnocchi as well. Food was so good I say get an entree for just yourself, but it is very easy to eat family style here with their portions. The bella rosa mocktail was refreshing and we loved tiramisu we had for dessert. Our server, Eduardo, was so essential to the good experience and was very attentive to our table making sure we were comfortable and taken cared of. Our birthday girl was treated especially well and every interaction with him was so positive and fun. The energy here was great and the birthday girl really loved the presentation of the food and desserts with special golden candles. Eduardo really made us feel like welcomed guests and good friends and we would definitely go again for him! Definitely check this place out if you’re looking for an Italian spot with good portions and nice ambiance.

Norma Garcia My husband brought me here for our 20th anniversary dinner. From the beginning to end everything was amazing. Our server Jorge was wonderful. Recommended some great dishes. The staff was great, atmosphere was lovely, and food was very delicious.

Jay S The food is excellent! We had the meatball and it was so huge that we couldn’t finish it. It. Was. Delicious. I’m salivating just thinking about it. We also ordered wings. Really good, too.

Carlo Martinez Absolutely amazing service by Mary and Sierra! From the moment I walked in, they made me feel so welcomed. Both were incredibly attentive, warm, and genuinely kind—always checking in, making sure everything was perfect, and truly going above and beyond. Their friendly, social energy made the experience even better. Two beautiful Southern belles who know exactly how to make guests feel valued and at home. I’ll definitely be back because of them!

Clay J The vibes and the decor are it.. it really is a beautiful space that transforms you to a tropical place. The waiter was nice but really seemed like he would rather be anywhere else. Our appetizer took a long time to come out even though we saw it just sitting at the kitchen. The food was good, not the biggest portion for the price. You are paying for the experience and the fun atmosphere. The weird part was that they up charge you to use a credit card and cover the fees, very weird to me in a downtown city restaurant. Valet is convenient and run by very nice workers. Our favorite dish overall was the shrimp and noodles.

Amanda nieto I celebrated my birthday here last weekend and enjoyed every minute of it. I made a reservation for a party of 8 beforehand and was immediately seated on arrival. Jeff was our server and I can honestly say he was the sweetest and most knowledgeable server I have ever had. We ordered everything he recommended from tasty drinks to fun appetizers. The food itself was excellent and we ordered a variety of foods, there is something on the menu everyone in your party will enjoy. The drinks were beautifully crafted and the vibes were immaculate. They even had live music towards the end of the evening.

Carrie N We stopped in last night to have some drinks and listen to music and were immediately greeted by every staff member there. It was such a pleasant welcoming. Everyone was so nice and friendly and the atmosphere was so chill. Servers were singing and smiling, like everyone was family. I read up on the history of the establishment and Bishop Omar Jahwar, and I can say the young men working last night were true examples of what Mr. Jahwar stood behind. I bid The Fivee Bistro & Bar much success and will do my part by letting others know about this place. PS. Thank you for the complimentary hush puppies!

Ashish Aggarwal The hype is real. Walk in and they greet you with warm raisin scones—fluffy, sweet little hugs slathered in incredible butter that’s creamy, rich, and basically dessert on its own

Those scones were SOOOO good, I could’ve made a meal of them

Don’t sleep on the fried Castelvetrano olives stuffed with Texas pecans. I dont even like olives and I kept throwing these down. Crispy, briny, nutty addiction in every bite Rabbit pappardelle is a signature for a reason. Was unsure given I havent had a ton of rabbit.. but wo Also outstanding was the hamachi crude.. brown butter trout The desserts were OK.. bit underwhelming. We didnt finish ours since they weren’t winning any awards.. not worth the calories! Shout out to our server Paige who was super attentive and a rockstar Overall, cozy vibe, sharp service, clear signal why this got the Michelin Bib. Solid neighborhood gem at its finest

Andy Kleypas What a fun and funky experience. Came with my lady for the knob creek beefsteak whiskey dinner and we had a lovely time. We started with the saloon bread basket and enjoyed the bone marrow, the venison tartare, and bbq short rib sliders. The tartare was seasoned and not overly gamey the rosemary focaccia toast was next level too, nice and seared, flakey, billow-y, buttery, and delicious. The bbq short rib sliders were so tender and the blue cheese coleslaw added a nice vinegar-y crunch. We had the barbacoa terrine, and a wagyu tomahawk, with beef-bacon brussel sprouts, bbq spiced carrots, beef fat potato pave on the side. The barbacoa was cooked perfectly. It was tender and juicy and the pickled serranos gave a nice bite. The avocado crema and radish were delicious and the steak was next level tender and seasoned well. We got the ice cream sandwich and the gelato was delicious… but the beef tallow chocolate chip cookies… you guys, bravo! The drinks were fun and paired well with my meal. One of the best old fashions ever had. 5/5 star experience. Big thanks to everyone at BCC!

John Whitney We’ve been coming here for years and Ida Claire brunch never disappoints! Having one of our favorite servers, Simon, made it even better. He’s always friendly, attentive, and makes us feel genuinely welcomed. The food was incredible—especially the pull-apart blueberry biscuits with the lemon zest glaze… The steak and eggs were cooked perfectly, and the chicken and waffles hit that perfect sweet-and-savory balance. Another fantastic brunch experience—we’ll definitely be back!

Bridgette Jones A lovely dining experience. Colin our server was great. We had the crab nachos as an appetizer- crazy good flavor combinations and very fresh! The steak salad was also delicious. The lobster mac & cheese was rich and tasty. We were celebrating a birthday so we got a free sample of the toasted pound cake. Didnt love that. Tasted very burnt. But everything else was exceptional.

Tricia Jacobs ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Conference week go-to — consistently delicious! While in Dallas for a conference, I ended up eating at Texas Spice three times—and every meal was fantastic. I had the Cobb Salad twice: once with salmon for dinner and once with chicken for lunch. Both versions were fresh, flavorful, and perfectly prepared. Another evening, I went with the steak and fries—also delicious. The service was friendly and efficient every time, and the atmosphere was warm and welcoming. I’d absolutely go back and highly recommend it to anyone visiting the area!