Congratulations to the winners of the Best of Richardson 2025: Food & Drink category! This annual event, presented by Richardson Life magazine, is based on the official community ballot, which celebrates the restaurants, cafes, and bars that make our city a foodie paradise. From fine dining to casual bites, these are the places that have earned the city’s highest honors.
This list serves as your official guide to the best food and drink establishments in Richardson. When you’re searching for the “best restaurant in Richardson” or “best bar near me,” you can trust that these winners have been recognized by the people who know the city best—you! You can view the full ballot results and methodology here: Best of Richardson 2025 • Richardson Life Magazine
Best Bagels and Bakery:
Winner: La Casita Bakeshop | https://lacasitagarden.com/
Best Bar:
Winner: Lockwood Distilling Company | https://lockwooddistilling.com
Best Barbeque Restaurant:
Winner: Ten50 | http://www.ten50bbq.com
Best Bartender (Name & Place):
Winner:Grace @ Guitars & Growlers | http://guitarsandgrowlers.com
Best Beer or Wine Store:
Winner: Richardson Beer and Wine | https://www.richardsonbeerandwine.com/
Best Beer Selection:
Winner: Four Bullets Brewery | https://www.fourbulletsbrewery.com
Best Boba Tea:
Winner: Fat Straws | http://fatstraws.com
Best Breakfast:
Winner: First Watch | http://firstwatch.com
Best Brewery:
Winner: Four Bullets Brewery |https://www.fourbulletsbrewery.com
Best Brunch:
Winner: Dream Cafe | http://dreamcafelakewood.com
Best Buffet Restaurant:
Winner: Afrah Mediterranean Restaurant | http://www.afrah.com
Best Catering:
Winner: Justin Box with Good Guys Catering Co.
Best Chef (Name & Place):
Winner: Justin Box
Best Chicken Restaurant:
Winner: Chick-fil-A | https://www.chick-fil-a.com/locations/tx/cityline?utm_source=yext&utm_medium=link
Best Chicken Wings:
Winner: Wing’d Nut | https://wingdnut.com
Best Chinese Restaurant:
Winner: Jeng Chi | http://www.jengchirestaurant.com/
Best Cocktails:
Winner: Lockwood Distilling Co | https://lockwooddistilling.com
Best Coffeehouse:
Winner: Staycation Coffee | http://www.staycationtx.com
Best Cookies:
Winner: Tiff’s Treats | www.cookiedelivery.comz
Best Cupcakes:
Winner: Nothing Bundt Cakes | http://www.nothingbundtcakes.com
Best Deli:
Winner: Bella Flan | http://bellaflan.com
Best Desserts:
Winner: Sweet Firefly | http://www.sweetfirefly.com
Best Diner:
Winner: House Cafe
Best Distillery:
Winner: Lockwood Distilling Co. | https://lockwooddistilling.com
Best Dive Bar:
Winner: Tavern on Main Street | http://tavernonmainstreet.com
Best Donuts:
Winner: Campbell Donuts | https://www.facebook.com/campbelldonuts/
Best Fast Food:
Winner: Velvet Taco | http://www.velvettaco.com
Best Fine Dining Restaurant:
Winner: The Fifth | https://www.thefifthtx.com
Best Food Truck:
Winner: Tongue In Cheek Ice Cream | http://www.tongueincheekicecream.com
Best French Fries:
Winner: Shady’s | https://www.shadysburgers.com
Best Fried Chicken:
Winner: Golden Chick | https://goldenchick.com
Best Greek Restaurant:
Winner: Little Greek | http://littlegreekfreshgrill.com
Best Grocery Store:
Winner: Sprouts Farmers Market | http://sprouts.com
Best Hamburger:
Winner: Del’s Charcoal Burgers | http://www.delsburgers.com
Best Happy Hour:
Winner: Lockwood Distilling Co. | https://lockwooddistilling.com
Best Hidden Gem:
Winner: Bella Flan | http://bellaflan.com
Best Ice Cream:
Winner: Sweet Firefly | http://www.sweetfirefly.com
Best Indian Restaurant:
Winner: Imperial Biryani & Cafe | http://imperialbiryanicafe.com
Best Italian Restaurant:
Winner: Partenope | http://partenopedallas.com
Best Japanese Restaurant:
Winner: Maru Ramen | http://www.maruramen.com
Best Kid-Friendly Restaurant:
Winner: Hat Creek Burger Co. | http://hatcreekburgers.com
Best Latin Restaurant and Margarita:
Winner: Sueño | http://www.suenomextex.com
Best Mexican Restaurant:
Winner: Dos Arroyos Comida Casera | http://www.dosarroyoscomidacasera.com
Best Middle Eastern Restaurant:
Winner: Afrah Restaurant | http://www.afrah.com
Best New Restaurant:
Winner: Partenope | http://partenopedallas.com
Best Patio:
Winner: Shady’s | https://www.shadysburgers.com
Best Pizza:
Winner: Industrial Pizza | http://www.industrialpizzaandbrew.com
Best Romantic Restaurant:
Winner: The Fifth | https://www.thefifthtx.com
Best Sandwich:
Winner: The Great Outdoors Sub Shop | http://greatoutdoorsubs.com
Best Seafood Restaurant:
Winner: Anaya’s | http://richardson.anayaseafood.com
Best Soul Food:
Winner: Trucker Cafe | http://truckers-cafe.weeblyte.com
Best Specialty Market:
Winner: Sara’s Market | http://sarasmediterraneanmarket.com
Best Sports Bar:
Winner: The Mad Hatter Neighborhood Pub | http://www.themadhattertx.com
Best Steakhouse:
Winner: Texas | https://www.thesonoftexas.com
Best Sushi:
Winner: Sushi Sake | http://www.sushisake.info
Best Take Out:
Winner: Bella Flan | http://bellaflan.com
Best Thai/Vietnamese Restaurant:
Winner: Sticky Rice – Richardson | http://stickyricetx.com
Best Upscale Bar:
Winner: The Fifth | https://www.thefifthtx.com
Best Vegetarian / Vegan Restaurant:
Winner: Nuno’s Tacos & Vegmex Grill | http://order.toasttab.com
Best Wine Selection:
Winner: The Wine Authority | https://thewineauthorityonline.com/
A huge thank you to all the voters and nominees who showcased the incredible talent and dedication in Richardson’s food and drink industry. Head out and try these fantastic spots for yourself!
