Fearing’s Restaurant and Rattlesnake Bar: The Only Thing to Fear is Missing Out

Savor Award-Winning Southwestern Cuisine at Dallas' Premier Fine Dining Destination

Dean Fearing earned the nickname “father of Southwestern cuisine” by taking Southern recipes his Kentucky grandmothers taught him and transforming them with Texas ingredients like dried chiles, cilantro, and jicama. At Fearing’s, he sources from Texas farms and markets to keep the menu grounded in local flavors. His tortilla soup has become legendary among Dallas diners, while barbecued shrimp tacos balance heat and smoke with each bite. Ribeyes are mopped with sauce while cooking over live mesquite fire—the way Texas ranchers have prepared beef for generations—and the Butcher Block menu takes this tradition further with premium Wagyu and Angus cuts sourced from Texas ranches. From carnitas street tacos to "chicken fried" Texas quail, the menu pushes Southwestern cuisine forward while honoring its roots.

Beyond the regular menu, the restaurant hosts seasonal wine dinners led by sommeliers Paul Botamer and Miguel Sayago, pairing multi-course menus with curated wine selections. Themed afternoon tea services change throughout the year, from Halloween’s “Trick or Tea” to festive holiday celebrations. These teas offer handcrafted pastries and finger sandwiches in an elegant setting.

Located at The Ritz-Carlton, Dallas, Fearing’s attracts both locals and travelers, though you don’t need to be a hotel guest to dine here. The restaurant is a Dallas dining destination, drawing crowds for everything from casual drinks to special occasion dinners.

Fearing’s isn’t just about the food, it’s about choosing how you want to experience it. The restaurant offers seven distinct dining spaces, each designed to create a different mood. Dine under towering trees on The Ocaso patio, surrounded by water features and lush landscaping. Or sit in Dean’s Kitchen and watch chefs work beneath a rawhide chandelier as your meal comes together.

The Rattlesnake Bar offers a cozy setting with its bar rail decorated with rattlesnakes and mahogany-paneled walls. Live music plays Friday and Saturday nights, drawing crowds for Fearing’s famous margaritas and a bar menu with dishes like lobster nachos and charred tomato salsa.

For more information and reservations, call +1 214-922-4848 or visit https://www.fearingsrestaurant.com/. The restaurant is located at 2121 McKinney Avenue, Dallas, Texas 75201.