The Honor Bar

  4.2 – 851 reviews   • American restaurant

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Located in the historic Highland Park Village, Honor Bar in Dallas features a large outdoor patio set under a sweeping oak tree and some of our favorite dishes.

The Honor Bar

Classic, laid back vibe. Featuring sharable snacks, premium sandwiches and a well curated list of wines by the glass.

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26A Highland Park Village Dallas, Texas 214.780.0956.

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Sebastian
Very delighted in how my time was spent at the honor bar! Wife and I had a great time with Great food and the best service!
The drinks were well mixed the food was very well cooked and the selection is vast! This is definitely NOT a dinner spot for larger parties and is not intended to be a family of younger children dine in spot. It definitely caters to date nights and small group nights! 10/10 recommend!
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Sony Alexander
Lots of hype because it’s a Hillstone little brother in the swanky Hghland Park Village but restaurant does not deliver. Honor Bar location and overall ambiance is pretty cool. Apart from the tuna tartare, everything else was slightly less appealing compared to Hillstone. I would not get the steaks frite. The sauce on the steak is too pesto heavy. Next time we’ll return back to Hillstone.
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Robert
The host and our server were rude and hasty. The server was unknowledgeable about gluten as well. Furthermore this restaurant does not align with the area.

I have coeliac disease and asked a few questions to our server about what I could eat. For multiple items she told me they “should be fine”. That’s just not an acceptable answer – I need 100% certainty or I can’t touch it at all. Coeliac is not a joke! She was moving so quick and being so catty with her responses that I really had no idea if the items were fine or not. The items I asked about were the devilled eggs, stuffed jalapeños, ribs, and fries – all of these have sauces that would universally have ingredients that may contain gluten, so anybody would coeliac would have the same questions. Also no gluten-free bread? Get with the times.

Now honestly, I blame management and ownership. Why was my server so overwhelmed to the point that she couldn’t answer a simple question? Why did she feel pressured to clear the table when we weren’t finished? Why did the host feel so pressured about the rules that she had to turn away guests (not our group, just saw this happen three times)?

These are very easy fixes. Have a comprehensive allergen menu that guests can request so we don’t feel like we’re running around the servers for just figuring out what we can eat without being poisoned. And maybe chill out on the dress code – it makes people uncomfortable to see others get denied when they look fine. Much less likely to let loose and rack up a bill if you feel the need to be on your best behaviour.

Let me explain why this is so important. This is Highland Park. I grew up here, moved away about three years ago, and visit only for Christmas now. People who live here and blend in here are not snobs. The most beloved restaurants here are Burger House and Bubba’s – it’s just an affluent area so dummy outsider restaurateurs place “high brow”, “exclusive” restaurants here because they think they fit. They absolutely don’t fit. Highland Park Village is (right now) where people in debt who don’t live here come and flash the reasons they’re in debt maybe once or twice a year. If locals want to be exclusive, they go to the DCC, not some restaurant. Honestly disappointing since I’m well aware of who owns Hillstone Restaurant Group and the fact that he’s not a dummy.

People in Highland Park also tend to care deeply about accommodating for disabilities and extending a helping hand to those less fortunate. Saw three dudes get turned away today for wearing shorts and they don’t have an allergen menu so that’s not exactly on par. This restaurant is not for people who actually live here.

Anyways, I won’t return if that’s even a question, and this retail space will be turned over by 2030. Seen it time and time again. Relocate to uptown, or realign the vision, to prevent this.

Edit – just called to check those ingredients, only writing this review since I’m feeling ill, was told yes they should be gluten free but can’t guarantee with cross contamination. Hahahaha tell me that when I ask in the restaurant for Jesus sake instead of yes for sure they’re fine. Have a nice Christmas, I sure won’t!
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KimmyEATS
Dallas Staple.

We went around Saturday at noon. Expect around a 45 min wait.

My go-to dishes: Emerald Kale & Rotisserie Chicken salad & Ding’s Crispy Chicken Sandwich. The salad has a seasame/peanut like vinaigrette and mint which is super similar to a Vietnamese dish “goi ga”, love! Crispy chicken sandwich I mean just a classic – nothing special just good eats.

Cocktail: Crisp Martini
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Grace Collier Thomas
We had heard so many great things about honor bar, honestly mostly about the vibes! And let me tell you the vibes are immaculate. I would say the vibes and a drink are likely all I would go there for. My husband and I ordered the chilled jalapeños, chicken sandwich, and the flat iron steak with fries. The chilled jalapeños were an interesting take on jalapeño poppers, we really liked them! I think the chicken sandwich, although highly recommended, was nothing to write home about. The slaw it is topped with was the best part by far. The chimmicurri (?) sauce that topped the flat iron was lacking in flavor and the fries were dry. Can fries be dry??

I read many reviews that said their experience was the wait staff was rushing them out the door. The opposite was true for us, we felt a bit forgotten.

Honestly, there are so many different vibey places in Dallas with way better food.
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Ameen Shawwa
We’ve been regulars at Honor Bar since it opened, back when it was an Italian restaurant. Let’s put that history aside and focus on what matters now: Honor Bar is a great spot, very similar to R+D Kitchen and Hillstone, with just a few tweaks. They offer a delicious shrimp cocktail as an appetizer, which is a nice addition. However, they keep removing the ribs from the menu, which is frustrating because we love them. The wait times can be quite long, which is another downside. Despite these minor issues, the food is consistently excellent, which keeps us coming back. Overall, a solid four-star experience!
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Theresa Jones
Our first visit to honor our daughter who is in heaven and named Honor! The lovely outside seating and food far exceeded our expectations. We enjoyed the honor burger and the emerald kale salad. Delicious! What made it even more special was our beautiful waitress even cried with us when we shared our story.
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Maryline Depa
I recently had lunch at Honor Bar and, unfortunately, my experience was disappointing.

We spent a considerable amount of money dining there, and everything was fine until we asked for a small cup of water for our 25 lb mini Goldendoodle, who was quietly and well-behaved beside us.we were sitting outside .

First, our waitress told us she “didn’t have any cups,” even though they clearly had to-go cups available. That response felt dishonest. We then asked to speak with the manager to better understand the policy. She said she didn’t know the reason and needed to call the ownership company. When she returned, she still had no explanation and simply said she could not provide water for our dog.

It was around 80 degrees outside. It is not reasonable to let a dog sit in that heat without water. Providing a small cup of water is a basic act of courtesy. This should not require calling upper management, and it certainly should not be denied without explanation.

We understand that restaurants may have policies regarding pets. However, the lack of transparency, empathy, and common sense in this situation was very disappointing — especially at this price point. Hospitality includes basic decency.
We will not go back to this place and not recommend for animals lover
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Mayra
It’s good but I don’t see myself returning, loved the burrata toast! Wasn’t crazy about the burger which was the most raved about item. The other sandwich wasn’t memorable either.
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Christian Miller
There are restaurants you visit, and then there is The Honor Bar. A place so consistently extraordinary that it becomes a ritual, a comfort zone, a weekly serotonin reset. I have eaten at hundreds of restaurants across states and continents. Nothing touches the consistency, warmth, and effortless excellence of this spot. It is in a league of its own.

THE FRONT OF HOUSE ROYALTY: SUSAN AND JANESSA

Let us begin with Susan and Janessa. These two are the guardians of the gate. The standard-setters. The vibe calibrators. They do not just greet you. They elevate you. Their energy could power Highland Park Village for a week. Every time they see me, it feels like walking into a family reunion without any of the weird cousins. They are warm, welcoming, polished, intuitive, and genuinely excited to see every guest. They make Honor Bar feel like home the second you cross the threshold.

CHEF KAYLA. A CULINARY GENERAL. A ROCK STAR HUMAN.

Chef Kayla is an icon. A quiet powerhouse. An artist. You can feel her fingerprints on every dish that hits the table. She has mastered the delicate balance of comfort and refinement. She even hand-delivers food herself, which is a leadership style I wish corporate America would adopt immediately. Her passion, her precision, and her dedication set the tone for the entire kitchen. Michelin should go ahead and put Dallas in the group chat because Kayla is coming.

THE SERVICE TEAM: A CAST OF STARS

There is never just one standout here. Everyone delivers excellence.

Vincent is a walking beam of positivity. Warm. Personable. Charismatic. The kind of presence that instantly lifts your mood. Congratulations to him on getting married.

Lily was our server last weekend when we brought two very important new Highland Park residents who had just relocated from San Francisco. These are high-caliber people with high expectations. Lily exceeded every one of them. She anticipated needs with psychic accuracy. Our drinks were always full. Our glasses never dipped below half. Her timing, warmth, and skill were flawless. We spent half the night marveling at how exceptional she is at her craft.

Quan is hilariously funny in all the right ways. A true comedic force. I have never seen someone light up a table with laughter so effortlessly. Quan’s timing is impeccable on top of having magnetic energy. What an absolute talent. A human serotonin dispenser. Every interaction is a highlight reel moment.

THE FOOD. CONSISTENT PERFECTION.

This menu is stacked with winners. Here are the essentials.

• Emerald Kale Salad with Rotisserie Chicken. Healthy, refreshing, addictive.
• Ding’s Crispy Chicken Sandwich. The gold standard. Crispy and juicy perfection.
• French Fries with Spicy Mayo. The fries you write poetry about.
• Rotisserie Chicken Plate. Comfort food executed at a ten out of ten level.
• Crab Cake Salad. Light, luxurious, and flawless.

The must-order extras.
• The Guacamole. Creamy and vibrant. Easily one of the best in Dallas.
• The Deviled Eggs. I would take these eggs into battle. They convert even the skeptical.

Every dish is consistent. Every plate feels intentional. There is a rhythm to this kitchen that you can taste.

THE VERDICT

The Honor Bar is not just a restaurant. It is a feeling. It is a ritual. It is one of the most consistently excellent experiences in Dallas. The staff is extraordinary. Their energy, professionalism, humor, warmth, and pride in their work set the bar higher than nearly anywhere else.

Hillstone leadership should be incredibly proud of this team. Their execution is flawless. Their hospitality is genuine. Their culture is clearly strong and thriving. The magic here is not an accident. It is built. It is nurtured. It is lived out every single night by every single person on this team.

If you want food that comforts you, service that delights you, and an atmosphere that restores your entire mood, this place is it. The Honor Bar is the beating heart of Highland Park Village and a Dallas gem that deserves every piece of praise it receives.

And yes. I will be back tomorrow.
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