What People Are Saying About Reata Restaurant
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The Scene – Cowhide-covered seat cushions, solid wood tables and friendly service remind you where you are: Fort Worth, Texas. Large comfy leather couches and sofas greet you at the door. Perfect for a before-dinner drink from the big mahogany bar at the side of the entrance. Throughout the restaurant is memorabilia from the cowboy flick "Giant," after which the restaurant is named. – – The Food – Don't think about skipping appetizers: The upscale tamales come highly recommended. Standard country staples are abundant. Be ready for a twist to your plate-sized…
01/27/09
Amazing taste, great lunch value
by kristinrglee
I love this place! The ambiance is great, the food is tasty and unique. The lunch prices are a fantastic value. I had the molasses quail and jalapeno cheese grits which were out of this world. I also had the fish tacos from here. The fish was very flavorful and the corn salsa was different and inspiring. I came here because my co-workers loved the tortilla soup. It was really good, but I would say skip the soup unless you have a huge appetite, because the main courses are very hearty and filling. You definitely will get your money's worth.
- Pros: Great value. Unique menu with great flavor
- Cons: A little pricey for dinner. Stick to lunch. And parking stinks.
06/06/08
Gone to the birds
by shbrooks01
I have been going to Reata for about 10 years. It has just gone down hill. The food is nothing like it use to be and since it left the bank tower, it has never been Reata. Ok...maybe I am set in my ways. It does have a nice rooftop. Go to Bonnells or Lonesome Dove, the food is a lot better.
- Pros: Nice place to have a drink
- Cons: Food has gone to the birds.
06/02/08
Must have been a new cook
by jimbr
We expected a lot from Reata, especially from their grilled meats. The buffalo tenderloin was done perfectly and was one of the best steaks I have ever had. My wife ordered the special: a beef rib eye with shrimp medium rare. The steak came out clearly medium well, too cooked to eat so we sent it back. The second steak came out very rare/raw and bloody, again unfit to eat. Third time it was ok but all the sides were cold. They did the right thing and comped her meal but really--two returns in a fine dining establishment? On top of that it was our anniversary, we had to eat our meals separately. Too bad.
The Details on Reata Restaurant
Where to Sit:
There's not a bad seat in the house, but ask for something different. The basement area features a panoramic sunset view. Or opt for the geosphere dome dining room on the rooftop.
Category:
Smoking Permitted:
Outside only
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