L'ancestral RestaurantEmail Me
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4514 Travis St # 124
Dallas, TX 75205 Get Directions
Dallas, TX 75205 Get Directions
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RestaurantsLocal Favorite, Romantic Dining, Quiet, Restaurants, $$$, Outdoor Dining, American Express, Discover, Visa, Diners Club, Notable Wine List, Travelers Check
Customer Reviews (9)
TexanExtraordinaire
on Citysearch Jul 21, 2009The best French cuisine I've had in the states. From the moment we walked in the door, the atmosphere was authentic, and relaxing. No overdecorated Americanized version of what a French restaurant should be. The ... (more)
CSMobileUser
on Citysearch Mar 04, 2009The Savoy room has some of the best food in Milwaukee. I've taken many out of town clients (from California to New York) there for dinner and the result is always the same - they rave about the filet (which I usually ... (more)
stephanierm
on Citysearch Mar 02, 2009My boyfriend took me here for our first time the Friday night before this past Valentine's Day. It was not very busy, maybe 5 other tables were seated. Upon greeting our table it was obvious that the snobby waiter felt ... (more)
not22good
on Citysearch Feb 11, 2009While the food was some of the best I have had in a long time, I must say the service was obviously better for the "obvious regulars" and was even a bit haughty. It took me asking three times to get more bread and when I ... (more)
gastronomie
on Citysearch Jan 14, 2008L'ancestral is an old school super French restaurant. All the classics are here - soupe a l'oignon, steak tartare, leeks in vinaigrette ect. The food here is consistently good, although I wish they would change the ... (more)
rrwineguy
on Citysearch Oct 13, 2007This IS French cooking. Quiet and chic, though no dress code, L'Ancestral is always my choice for a special occasion dinner. Alain, Jacques and Ken are great hosts and the service is formal but not stuffy. I've lived ... (more)
wendyyork
on Citysearch Oct 02, 2006Now I can go to the French countryside anytime! LAncestral is as authentic French as you can get in Dallas. Even the owner that greets you at the door has a beautiful French accent. It is clear that the wait staff, chef ... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Mar 21, 2006The Scene
Loyal clientele have eaten here since 1983, a rarity among Dallas restaurants. Even the original chef and waitstaff are in tact. The dining room displays the grandeur of a decaying country ... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jun 05, 2005This is a great and true french restuarant! I love the Pomme Frites AKA french fries. The lamb chops are lovely. My dinner date loved the flan. Its in the heart of the magic of Travis Street. ... (more)
