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TEI-AN
The stylish Japanese restaurant specializes in freshly made soba noodle dishes, served hot or cold in soups or with dipping sauces. The restaurant is owned by Teiichi Sakurai, well-known as the founder of Teppo and Tei Tei.
Soba is a thin Japanese noodle made from buckwheat flour – there are only 5 in the country which prepares fresh noodle on the premises.
Owner and staff want for you to experience a touch of Tokyo in the middle of Dallas: "modern Tokyo" mixing rich wood, concrete, stone, steel and glass. The best seats in the house are at the dining room’s soba bar that wraps the stone garden.
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Soba is a thin Japanese noodle made from buckwheat flour – there are only 5 in the country which prepares fresh noodle on the premises.
Owner and staff want for you to experience a touch of Tokyo in the middle of Dallas: "modern Tokyo" mixing rich wood, concrete, stone, steel and glass. The best seats in the house are at the dining room’s soba bar that wraps the stone garden.
116 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Rating Breakdown 116 reviews
5 stars
(63)
4 stars
(43)
3 stars
(7)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(2)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(83)
- special occasion(62)
- romantic(54)
- hot spot(23)
- neighborhood gem(21)
- good for groups(13)
TEI-AN Reviews List
Review 1 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife and i both enjoyed the Omakase (AN); well prepared Japanese cuisine, fantastic soba and very fresh sushi.
will definitely return."
will definitely return."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 2 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Japanese Tapas
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Excellent. Food authentic. Varied menu. Presentation good. Highly recommended."
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 3 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
our new favorite
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We received excellent food and service with a pacing that allowed us to conduct the business we needed."
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 4 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best Japanese in Dallas
Food
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Every dish ordered was exquisite. Sashimi was fresh and sweet. Cannot recommend enough."
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 5 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
The waitress was not very
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The waitress was not very friendly at all and she was very helpful with the menu. Also, the food was very salty seemed like the cook was on a roll using salt on everything. The price of the dishes was extremely high for the value of it. I would not recommend nor will I return to this restaurant again. My date whom happens to be Japanese was disappointed worse than I was."
Dined on 04/28/2013
2013
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Review 6 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing dining experience!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Amazing dining experience! We had the best time!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 7 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Endorsed by a Sansei
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Tei-An is the most authentic Japanese restaurant in Dallas. Can't find the menu online? No worries - just order the omakase ($50/$80). Reminiscent of kaiseki in Kyoto. Don't miss the rooftop terrace for an after-dinner drink amid great views. Attentive and knowledgeable service. Gluten-free items are available (not omakase), but be advised that the buckwheat noodles contain 20% wheat."
Dined on 04/27/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 8 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We are vegetarians. They accommodat
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We are vegetarians. They accommodated our needs with grace and great service"
Dined on 04/23/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Japanese delight
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very few Japanese restaurants make fresh soba (buckwheat) noodles and these are a Tei-An specialty. The soba are wonderful and everything else is in keeping with the quality of the food. No flaws. Food, service, atmosphere all blended harmoniously."
Dined on 04/23/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 10 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My favorite restaurant in
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My favorite restaurant in Dallas right now!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Tei-An Impresses
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We went here seeking an adventure in dining -- and found it. We started off with the white seafood salad and had the Omakase-An (expanded chef's selection) for our entree, which was very good. We were hoping for more seafood in the choices; one course was a lobster risotto, but we didn't count that as "seafood"; in fact, it was kind of off-putting. The sushi courses were the best with some of the freshest, cleanest fish we have had. The soba noodles were great. She had the soba tea, which was earthy and different in a good way. Overall, we were very pleased.
Downside: a too-raucous "private" event was going on in the room next to us. I hope the cab companies made a lot of money taking those people home that night."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 12 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food is always perfect
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The food is always perfect and the service always fantastic. It is the best seaweed salad anywhere - a delicious white seaweed that is mild but more satisfying that the regular green thin seaweed. I did not notice the new vegetarian options on the menu, but I look forward to trying them. Even though my selections, as a vegetarian, are limited, I always enjoy what I eat."
Dined on 04/16/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 13 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Superior Asian Cuisine
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Superior Asian Cuisine, great ambiance, and subtle, exceptional service. Some of the best Japanese food we have ever experienced. Tei-An makes our special occasions and visits to the AT&T Performing Arts Center that much better."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 14 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful innovative Asian
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wonderful innovative Asian cuisine."
Dined on 04/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 15 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great as expected.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A delicious and unique dining experience. Ordered a variety of dishes and all were conceived and executed in accordance with the restaurants high rating."
Dined on 04/07/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent food, wonderful service.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"usual excellent service and wonderful food. The only thing that marred our visit was a very loud party in the next room. Not sure why they didn't close the doors, since they have them, but they were very loud.
Next time, when I make my reservations I will ask about large parties and if they have one, I will go a different day."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Did the Omakese for 3 people.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Did the Omakese for 3 people. Totally worth it. Culinary adventure. Would definitely return."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The food and atmosphere were
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The food and atmosphere were wonderful. Plan on going back to try some other mmenu items."
Dined on 03/30/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 19 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Chefs tasting was absolutely
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Chefs tasting was absolutely incredible!! Great job chef!"
Dined on 02/20/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance was great. quiet,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Ambiance was great. quiet, private, interesting decor. had the omakase. Fist few courses were wonderful japanese food. We were a bit disappointed when the last couple of courses abruptly switched to italian/japanese fusion. Quality of these was good, but disrupted the flow of what had been a wonderful japanese meal. Will return and will order only japanese style items."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2011
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Review 21 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Creative presentation and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Creative presentation and quirky combinations. Loved the sesame mousse!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 22 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best soba in Dallas and extremely
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Best soba in Dallas and extremely nice people who work there."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 23 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tei An is a fantastic dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Tei An is a fantastic dining experience! Food and service are always top notch."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 24 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
One of my favorite places
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"One of my favorite places to eat in Dallas!"
Dined on 03/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 25 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great authentic Japanese food.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great authentic Japanese food. We felt like we were in Tokyo. The food was amazing. We will be back."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 26 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
After a monkfish pâté appetizer
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"After a monkfish pâté appetizer we went with the "Tei" tasting menu at fifty dollars. Since I wanted to order everything on the menu this gave me a nice sampling. Very nice energetic favors but with a deft hand for balance."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 27 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Sushi was very fresh, but
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Sushi was very fresh, but very expensive (Nigiri $4 per piece, not for 2) and no rolls. Blue cheese salad was just dry lettuce and blue cheese with an overly heavy on vinegar side of dressing. Noodle dish we had was very bland. I would like to go back and try other things, but the menu is difficult to navigate as it does not contain adequate descriptions. The server was very knowledgable, but I don't like having to ask, "What does this come with? How is this prepared?" about so many items on the menu. The minimalist decor is beautiful."
Dined on 03/13/2013
2006
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Review 28 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
food was good but nothing
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"food was good but nothing WOWed us really, the white seaweed salad = woodears =) Chinese eat this all the time at much bigger portion...then decor is fantastic and very romantic but the price / portion is very downtown =( the soba was hand made and it's good but again the portion killed it and the price too high they do offer variety of sake drinks and others as well all and all a good experience at the restaurant with good service but the food is just ok."
Dined on 03/06/2013
2010
Special Features: romantic
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Review 29 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Expensive and Boring
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Expensive and boring. I would not recomend This place for anyone younger than 60. Dallas has nicer Japanese restaurants with more ambiance."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
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Review 30 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Eric Welch
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"What a beautiful experience! I have dined all around the world including The French Laundy in Yountville this last November and Tei-An makes my top 5 favorite reastaurants to visit in my life. Every dish we had brought us pure delight and we look forward to coming back as soon as we are back in Dallas. This place is a GEM!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 31 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tei-An is tops!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Tei-An is an innovative soba noodle house. The green soba bolognese with Wagyu beef was delicious as was my partner's buckwheat seafood pancake. The sushi was great too. Beautiful and serene dining room. We'll be back."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 32 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Japanese fusion.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good Japanese food, but nothing spectacular compared to NYC. The prices are high for what you get but service and decor is nice. THe sauces are not traditional for items like Soba so if you aren't expecting that then it might be OK. More geared for American tastes."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2009
Special Features: romantic
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Review 33 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Simply the best
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service is always excellent. Be sure to experience the chefs special. .a journey of delight for those who seek something new. If you are looking for something simple yet delicious I would recommend ghe ramen."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 34 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You must have the white seaweed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
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5
Noise Level
Quiet
"You must have the white seaweed salad."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 35 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The best Japanese Restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The best Japanese Restaurant in Dallas, maybe in all of Texas."
Dined on 02/17/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, scenic view
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Review 36 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Every Time we go to Tei An,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Every Time we go to Tei An, we leave feeling like we had a very special experience with the food, and service. Highly recommend, in our opinion the Best in Dallas."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 37 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
I've been here twice and can't
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I've been here twice and can't wait to go back to try new things! I've had the hot noodles w/ meatballs, the bolognese, and of course sake. All very yummy. I haven't had the sushi yet but looking forward to trying it. The ambiance is great and be sure to check out the rooftop deck. Great views up there!"
Dined on 02/06/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 38 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
We had wanted to try Tei-An
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had wanted to try Tei-An for quite awhile and was finally able to get a res. We were greeted by the hostess promptly and were seated right away. We waited close to 10 minutes before our waitress approached us & asked what type of water we wanted. She then disappeared for another 5 minutes, brings the water and asks if we're ready to order. I told her we were ready to order cocktails. She took the order and returned with the drinks about 15 minutes later. During this time we tried to decipher what we found to be a somewhat confusing menu. She offered no explanations. We thought the food was good, not exceptional, nothing close to what we expected after reading all the glowing reviews. Will probably give it another try sometime later."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2011
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Review 39 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Really a nice atmosphere.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Really a nice atmosphere. Our server had no idea what vegetarian options were available and none of the options were marked on the menu. The only soba that we could order (which is the specialty) was a cold soba salad, as everything else came in a fish or meat broth. The food was good, the dessert was not as good!"
Dined on 01/30/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 40 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Five-star experience all around
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"One of two restaurants that DMN critic Leslie Brenner rated five stars in the DFW metro, and understandably so. Teiichi Sakurai has done it again, first with Tei Tei Robata Bar. The Omakase and a-la carte never disappoint. Come prepared with deep pockets, not because you can't have an economical meal here (a soba noodle dinner for two could be had for $50), but you simply cannot stop at one dish.
Many restaurants chef's choices are mediocre... feeling like you're getting the worst of the day's catch and that's why it's discounted. Not the case here. Both the TEI and the AN courses are fantastic and you get more than you pay for in presentation, freshness and experience. Top off with a bottle of Hakkaisan Junmai Daiginjo!"
Dined on 02/01/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, scenic view
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Review 41 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Tei-An performs at the very
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Tei-An performs at the very highest level of the craft."
Dined on 01/27/2013
2004
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 42 for TEI-AN
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Love the food - creative and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Love the food - creative and delicious flavors"
Dined on 01/24/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Ratings-Only Reviews for TEI-AN
Based on the average of (74) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate