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This small intimate eatery has been open for more than 35 years. Chef/owner Brian C. Luscher and his general manager wife, Courtney, offer up a Francophile-pleasing menu with a twangy twist, e.g. their celebrated burger. Dinner options include the braised lamb ?tartines,? hushpuppies of roasted corn, jalape�os and crab as well as the bistro-standard steak frites. The Grape is also a favorite Sunday brunch spot for East Dallas residents. Up for grabs then are the famous cheeseburger, fried chicken biscuit and oxtail and banana peppers. It?d be tragic if the wine list weren?t mentioned, which has wines from Chile to Italy and all points between. By the glass can be cheap ($8) or you can pony up and order a bottle.

Cuisine(s): French, New American

Hours: Sun 10:30am-10pm, Mon-Thu 5:30pm-10pm, Fri-Sat 5:30pm-11:30pm

Price: $$$, $$$$
Payment Types: All Major Credit Cards, cash

Attire: Casual

Features: Smoking, Patio/Sidewalk Dining, Takeout, Private Party, Wheelchair Accessible
Serving: Breakfast, Dinner, Late Night

Reservations: Accepted

Parking: Valet

The Grape and Times Ten Cellars' Happy Hour Combo

Daily, 4:30pm-7:00pm

These East Dallas establishments pair-up for some real happy hour action. The Grape offers Times Ten Cellars' wines during happy hour; including S...

2011 | Best Brunch

Since its burger garnered statewide attention from Texas Monthly, The Grape has become a popular spot for casual Sunday brunch, but that decadent burger, as tasty as it is, is just one of the mouth-watering menu items that make this the best... More >
2009 | Best French Fries

When you really think about it, any one of chef-owner Brian Luscher's dishes could be up for an award. Hell, Texas Monthly awarded him best burger, and that was for the entire state. So why do we focus on his french fries? Because he's one of the... More >
2009 | Best Sunday Brunch

The Grape is the kind of place you want to huddle in on a Sunday: low-key, casual atmosphere with great food...and unlike Denny's, it's dark enough inside no one can see your bloodshot eyes. But really, it's all about the food. You can go meaty,... More >

Dallas Observer Reviews and News

The Grape is Stuck in the Past, Right Where it Belongs

By Scott Reitz | Thu, September 01, 2011

Lower Greenville Avenue has seen a lot of change lately, and it's going to see a lot more. An Asian behemoth, Rohst, and a revamped Terilli's have risen from the ashes of a four-alarm fire. Bucket loaders, backhoes and jackhammers are making a mes... More >
How A Burger Took Over The Grape's Brunch

By Scott Reitz | Thu, September 1, 2011

Yesterday I wrote that scorecards aren't any fun for restaurant critics. They can be useful in certain applications, though, like comparing many versions of the same thing over time. Judges at More >
Looking at The Grape Through The Eyes of Three Critics

By Scott Reitz | Wed, August 31, 2011

I chose The Grape for this week's review with a specific purpose: to reflect on the mechanics of restaurant criticism, and to gain a better understanding of Dallas' dining culture. The restaura More >
In-N-Out Vs. Whataburger: A Petty Patty Smackdown

By Alice Laussade | Thu, July 14, 2011

California import In-N-Out Burger arrived in Frisco, and people lost their minds. They waited in line for hours. They cried tears of joy. And immediately after all the "OHMAHGAWDY'ALLIT'SFINALLYHERE!" crazydust settled, it was clear that among our... More >
Danyele McPherson Named as Sous Chef at The Grape Restaurant

By | Wed, May 4, 2011

Reservations just got more difficult to acquire at The Grape, chef/owner Brian C. Luscher's wine bistro, as Danyele McPherson was named sous chef today. McPherson is late of Stephan Pyles, where she b More >

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dallasobserver14

| Sat, December 18, 2010

Event Review: The Grape | Fri, December 31, 2010

The end is near. Of course, we mean the close of the holidays and the year 2010, and hopefully you have plans. If that sentence made you suddenly red-faced, flushed with frustration and fear, then The Grape (2808 Greenville Ave.) has a special for you. Chef and owner Brian C. Luscher features a Christmas Eve menu of "holiday inspired fare," as well as a price-fixed three-course dinner on New Year's Eve ($65) with optional wine pairings. Doors open early (5 p.m.) for those suckers and spots fill up quickly, so hurry to make reservations. For details, call 214-828-1981 or visit thegraperestaurant.com.

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scorby24

| Sat, August 07, 2010

The Grape is so delicious, the steak is like velvet, perfectly cooked.

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JennRob

| Mon, May 24, 2010

great little Italian food place

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Mallory19

| Tue, May 11, 2010

Great wine

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sfranch

| Thu, January 14, 2010

This is in my top 5 restaurants in Dallas. Everything is delicious and exquisitely prepared, with flawless presentation. Menu is seasonal and local, wine menu is varied and reasonably priced. Make reservations, otherwise you're in for a wait.

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Main Menu

Cheese & Charcuterie

Point Reycs
original blue - cow’s milk

Cypress Grove
truffle - goat’s milk

Beecher’s Flagship
1 yr aged cheddar - cow’s milk

Bcecher’s “marco Polo”
peppercorn - cow’s milk

Beecher’s “no Woman”
jamaican jerk - cow’s milk

Meats

Genoa Salami
liild hard salami

Gentile Salami
bold garlic salami in casing

Proscuitto D’parma
cured italian ham

Salarnitoscana
pcppecorn &garlic salami

Appetizers

$6.00

Bruschetta
tomato, garlic, halsamic vinegar, olive oil and parmesan.

$1.00

Freshly Melted Mozzarella

Southwest Shrimp & Crab Dip
served with fresh baked baquette

$10.00

Meatballs
our home-made ground prime rib meatballs, served in chunky marinara topped with fresh shaved parmesan.

$11.00

Baked Brie In Pastry
brie baked in a light, flaky- crust with stone fruit chutney (serves two).

Soups, Sandwiches & Salad

$7.00

Chef’s Homemade Soup
made from our own recipe. ask your server for our daily selections. cup 4 cup in a bread bowl 7 bowl

$8.00

Raspberiy Vinaigrette Salad
mixed greens tossed in sweet raspberry vinaigrette with candied walnuts and blue cheese

$7.00

Caesar Salad
romaine, croutons and imported parmesan.

$8.00

Chopped Greek Salad
with feta, tomato, red onion, garbanzo beans, artichoke hearts, pcpperoncini and house-made vinaigrette.

$11.00

Chicken Club
grilled chicken breast, apple-wood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato and the grape’s own club sauce on a fresh baked roll, served with tomato and mozzarella salad.

Signature Small Plates

$9.00

Gourmet Brats
choice oft pork & veal • smoked spiced pork • smoked chicken & mango. served in a freshly toasted bun, with sauerkraut, homemade potato salad & fresh dill relish. additional condiments on request: creole mustard, yellow mustard, ketchup, mayo and horseradish.

$10.00

Chicken & Portobello Quiche
grilled chicken, roasted portobello mushroom, bermuda onion and cheddar cheese baked to golden perfection, served with mixed green salad.

$10.00

Spinach & 5 Cheese Quiche
spinach with roasted tomatoes, applewood smoked bacon and a blend of goat, swiss, fontina, parmesan and brie cheeses baked into a light huffy quiche. served with spring mix with balsam ic vinaigrette.

$9.00

Chicken Quesadilla
chicken, feta, sun-dried tomato pesto anti provolone, served with a sun-dried tomato aioli.

Desserts

$15.00

The Grape’s Signature Chocolate Fondue ‘for Two”

$25.00

The Grape’s Signature Chocolate Fondue ‘for Four”

$8.00

Crème Brulee Trio
duice tie leche, classic and milk chocolate.

$9.00

Home-Made Tiramisu
the grape’s own espresso tiramisi laced with coffee liqueur.

$8.00

Fresh Seasonal Berries
with vanilla whipped cream.

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2808 Greenville Ave.
Dallas, TX 75206

214-828-1981 | Website

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