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This was our first visit to Tei-An, The ambiance is elegant and each dish is exceptionally delicious and authentic, with layers of flavor that leave a lasting impression. The presentation of each dish is also incredibly meticulous, with every detail thoughtfully crafted, making it visually appealing and enhancing the appetite. The wagyu beef is incredibly fresh and melts in your mouth, fully showcasing the quality of the ingredients. It truly reflects the chef's dedication to quality and their exceptional culinary skills, with the cooking executed to perfection, resulting in outstanding taste and texture. I highly recommend Tei-An, Each dish perfectly combines traditional Japanese cuisine with innovative touches, making it a truly delightful dining experience. From the taste to the presentation, everything is impeccable—this was truly an unforgettable experience.
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This is definitely a hidden gem in Dallas!!! Food was so authentic and homemade soba was a hit! The grilled Unagi was also a must try! Quality was as high as what we had in Japan!
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I feel like this place is one of the best kept secrets for amazing Japanese food in Dallas. They consistently surpass my expectations and I always end up trying something new because it’s always good. From start to finish they make you feel welcomed and guide you into making the best decisions when ordering based on your particular taste. We are always greeted right away by the super friendly staff. The ambience is fantastic and some of the drinks are an entire experience when they bring them out. Then the food comes out and you realize this place knows exactly what they are doing. The presentation is always on point and they don’t mind you asking for specific requests. My wife and I always recommend this place to anyone looking for sushi amazing Japanese cuisine!
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Our waiter, David, saved the day and really made the night an enjoyable and adventurous Omakase experience. He was friendly, accommodating, down to earth and very knowledgeable on the menu items and their history. BUT —- We almost pivoted and left before we sat down - here’s why: The girl at the hostess desk, who I don’t think was actually the hostess for the night (black dress vs. white uniform of the hostess that was up front most of the night), decided to give my wife a hard time about her sandals. “We have a dress code and we don’t allow flip flops” was what she told us, followed by an uncomfortable pause as we figured out what the heck to do about the feedback. First, see the screenshot with this post where ChatGPT defines flip flops vs. what my wife was wearing (with her long, Tei-an suitable dress for the night). Sandals aren’t flip flops, so, there’s that. We landed somewhere on “Next time please wear more suitable footwear”, but the fact that she chose to make an issue of this and cause uncomfortable and unnecessarily rude engagement with a customer was very off putting. Feedback: Teach your staff to have some situational awareness, and understand your own policies. Look at the bigger picture - It was obvious we weren’t underdressed, and at least half the other women in the restaurant were wearing sandals. Also a little surprised that Tei-An only engages with positive reviews and does not appear to give any attention to critical feedback.
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Having come here for over a decade, Tei-an defines fine japanese dining in the DFW area for me. Whether you're in the mood for a bowl of handmade soba, some of their excellent (pressed) sushi and sashimi, the incredible potato chip crusted shrimp tempura, or a full on omakase experience, you can always be assured of a meal executed to high standards with well-sourced ingredients.