We’ve all been there. You’re leaving a late-night show or wrapping up a night on the town, and the midnight munchies hit. But it seems like the lights are off and the grills are cold at all your favorite Dallas restaurants.
Well that’s not quite true — because there are definitely joints that cater to nighttime eaters with late-night meals of everything from pizza to burgers to barbecue. So save this list for the next time you’ve got an after-hours craving.
Open past 10 p.m.
Truck Yard | Open until midnight
Treat yourself to a late-night hot dog or go big with the cheesesteak, piled high with ribeye steak or chicken and cheese.
The Henry | Open until midnight Friday-Saturday, open until 10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday
This Victory Park spot serves up a range of dishes for a late-night meal, including oysters on the shell, braised short rib, and filet mignon. Pro tip: Don’t miss the cocktail menu.
Chet’s Dallas | Open until 11 p.m. Friday-Saturday, open until 10 p.m. Monday-Thursday, open until 9 p.m. Sundays
Entrees on the dinner menu include steaks, truffle mac and cheese, shepherd’s pie, and chicken tikka masala.
Open past midnight
Quesadillas, churros, chips, salsa, and queso all are available for your late-night cravings. | Photo via @eatplomo
Big Guys Chicken & Rice | Open until midnight Saturday-Thursday, open until 4 a.m. on Fridays
If you love street meat like gyro and chicken, you’ll love this more sophisticated approach that offers delivery through third-party apps late into the night.
Brick & Bones | Open until 2 a.m.
“What’s for dinner, chicken or chicken?” However, this isn’t your average fried chicken joint. B&B is a local favorite for its crisp and juicy wings and tenders.
Plomo | Open until 4 a.m. Friday + Saturday, open until 3 a.m. on Thursdays, and open until midnight Sunday-Tuesday
After you bite into one of these homemade quesadillas at 3 a.m., you’ll never want to go through a fast food chain’s drive-thru again.
Do you prefer classic pies, like this pepperoni pizza, or specialty slices? | Photo via @zalatpizza
Zalat Pizza (Fitzhugh Avenue location)| Open until 4 a.m. Friday + Saturday, open until 3 a.m. Sunday, and open until 2 a.m. Sunday-Wednesday
It’s almost never too late for a New York-style pizza, and Zalat will have you covered until 2 a.m. on the weekends.
Velvet Taco (Elm Street location) | Open until 4 a.m. Friday + Saturday, open until midnight Sunday-Thursday
Not only does this spot offer quirky tacos long into the night, it also has locations scattered all around Dallas, including Deep Ellum, Greenville, Preston, and Uptown.
Saint Valentine | Open until 2 a.m.
If you love sloppy Joes, this is the place to be at 2 a.m. because they make em’ extra sloppy for ya. All “Billy Madison” references aside, their rendition of this budget-friendly sandwich puts that canned sauce to shame.
Goodbye Horses | Open until 2 a.m. Wednesday-Saturday, open until midnight Sunday-Tuesday
Dig into a plate of Tex-Mex nachos or Buffalo wings with your friends while you sip local beers until 2 a.m.
Greenville Ave. Pizza Co. (Greenville Avenue location) | Open until 3 a.m. Thursday-Saturday, open until 1 a.m. Sunday-Wednesday
This shop is a favorite among many Dallas pizza fans thanks to its rotating menu of seasonal ‘zas, such as the hatch chile + chorizo pizza.
Sfuzzi | Open until 2 a.m.
Pizza, pasta, bread, and perhaps another glass of wine all combine to create a great late-night Italian eatery.
Serious Pizza, 2807 Elm St. | Open until 3 a.m. Friday-Saturday, open until midnight Sunday-Thursday
If you have a hungry crew, we recommend the 30-in pizza + the menu includes vegetarian options for your late-night, plant-based pals.
While Sonny Bryan’s isn’t a bar, this classic barbecue is perfect for those Texas-sized munchies. | Photo via @sonnybryans
Open 24/7
Sonny Bryans Smokehouse (Inwood Road location)
This is a 24-hour Texas-style barbecue that has been in business since 1910. With that much time in the smoking game, it’s safe to say they’ve perfected their craft with unforgettable ribs, wings, and more.
Cafe Brazil (Deep Ellum, University Park, and Richardson locations only)
We firmly believe breakfast can be enjoyed any time of the day and this local cafe agrees, offering classic items like French toast or egg sammies 24-hours a day.
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