After living on the east coast for so long, I moved to Dallas two years ago. I had heard so much about the Mexican food in Dallas, but quite honestly I was very disappointed, as it was almost exclusively Tex-Mex. New York and Chicago had must higher quality Mexican food than Dallas. Not anymore! I dined at Trece on Travis Street last week and I thought I died and went to heaven. The food, atmosphere, service and design were as good as I ever experienced on the east coast. The flavors were robust and the menu offerings were creative, while still being authentic. The chef, I believe his name is Amador came over to our table and described several of his dishes and even recommended a few. My girlfriend and I took the chef's advise and we were not disappointed. His lobster nachos were to die for and his budin asteca was addicting. I cannot wait to go back for the budin asteca! Service was attentive considering the place was so busy. \r
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Now that Dallas has one of the best Mexican restaurants in the country, I do not miss Chicago as much!\r
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Graycon!
Pros: Food, design, design and service
Cons: very busy restaurant
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