We’ve all been there—waking up after a night out in Dallas, head pounding and stomach growling, in need of a serious hangover cure. Whether you swear by comfort food, something greasy to coat the stomach, a little “hair of the dog,” or a healthy reset, we’ve rounded up the best spots in town to help you bounce back and feel human again. Explore the best hangover foods in Dallas, broken out by category, and get ready to eat your way back to life!
Updated March 2025
COMFORTING & HEARTY
La Victoria
To many Dallasites, La Victoria has the best breakfast burritos in Dallas! They serve seven different types, with the most popular being the Zack Attack with bacon, egg, potato, bean, and jalapeño, and Don’s Delight, with bacon, egg, guacamole, and fresh onion. It’s fully to-go, perfect for when you don’t feel like a sit-down meal.
East Dallas | Directions
Charm Juk
This hidden gem in Koreatown does just the trick! Juk is a staple in Korean cuisine, made from nutrient-rice rice germ, It’s healthy, comforting, and easy to digest, which means it’s typically served when you’re sick, or to babies or the elderly – aka, perfect when you’re feeling the effects from last night.
Carrollton | Directions
Harwood Arms
If you can bear returning to the scene of the crime, the pub, Harwood Arms offers an array of hearty options that just might heal you! We recommend the Shepherd's Pie, 50/50 Patty Melt, Beef and Barley Soup, or Bangers and Mash. They also offer a Sunday Roast, just like across the pond!
Harwood District | Directions
Kirin Court
You dim sum, you lose some, but a trip to Kirin Court is definitely a win the day after drinking! There’s truly nothing better than an endless amount of dumplings and dim sum coming to your table, with over 45 options to choose from. Beyond dim sum, they have a lengthy menu of Chinese eats like rice and noodle dishes, hot pot, soups, and more to get you back to feeling your best.
Richardson | Directions
Shug’s Bagels
Shug’s began as a cult-favorite for college kids, and honestly, they’re the pros at beating a hangover! They offer authentic bagels and a vast array of sandwiches – our go-tos after a night out are The Shug, a hearty breakfast sandwich with bacon, egg, American cheese, and a hashbrown, or the Grilled Cheese, aka a buttered bagel with plenty of cheese and a side of marinara, and you can even add a hashbrowns! (Featured header image)
Oak Lawn & SMU | See locations
Waya Japanese Izakaya
This hidden gem transports you to Tokyo, and far, far away from your symptoms. All of their ramen is truly outstanding, but the the tomato ramen just feels like a warm hug! The fusion of traditional Japanese ramen and Italian flavors features a flavorful broth, homemade noodles, cherry tomatoes, spinach, pesto, and parmesan cheese.
Lakewood | Directions
GREASY
Burger House
A Dallas institution since 1951, Burger House has just the stick-to-your-ribs food you need. The menu is simple, and the star of the show is the classic flat griddle-grilled burgers! You can also find the ultimate hangover food here, the Hamburdog, which features two all beef patties, two slices of cheese, one hot dog, two slices of applewood bacon, chili, grilled onions, jalapenos and mustard.
Multiple locations | See locations
Bubba's Cooks Country
This nostalgic all day diner will bring you back in time and back to life! Bubba’s serves breakfast daily ‘til 11am, and lunch and dinner ‘til 10pm. On the menu, you’ll find diner classics like biscuits and gravy, pancakes, chicken fried steak, and fried chicken. They offer a variety of sides like vegetables and fried food galore!
Snider Plaza | Directions
Cris and John
This beloved Vietnamese-Mexican fusion spot has greasy food to your hearts content. Whether you go for the Phoritto, Birria Bao Buns, the Ramenritto, Pho Burger, Birria Tacos, or Angry Pho, you’re sure to leave feeling better, and your taste buds will be happy with the explosion of flavor too!
Far North Dallas | Directions
Metro Diner OC
This spot has been serving breakfast 24 hours a day, seven days a week, for over 55 years! It’s safe to say they know what they’re doing, and you can trust your hangover in their hands. The simple menu features a variety of breakfast plates and combos that feature all the classics like eggs, sausage, pancakes, bacon, hash browns, waffles, and more.
Oak Cliff | Directions
Neony Pizza
Pizza and beer are always a perfect pair, and so is pizza the day after beers! Their Cup and Char Pizza is a go-to of ours, made with thick cups of pepperoni and plenty of mascarpone cheese. We also love the Pesto Cream Pizza, topped with a housemade sauce, sausage, and veggies. Both offer just the right amount of grease, if you’re going for the “coat your stomach” cure.
Bishop Arts District | Directions
Plomo Quesadillas
Another college student fave, hailing from Fayetteville, Arkansas, this over-the-top quesadilla spot is open 'til 4am, if you want to head there straight from the bar and get a jump start on that hangover.. The menu features over 14 unique quesadilla options, with Doritos, elote, mango and butternut squash, tons of delicious meats, and housemade cremas like avocado and buffalo ranch. Pro tip: ask for them to "make it dirty" with a layer of fried cheese!
Henderson | Directions
HAIR OF THE DOG
Bread Winner’s
There’s nothing better than a morning-after debrief on the patio of this NOLA-inspired gem! A favorite for Dallas brunchers for years, Bread Winner’s has the perfect combo of delicious brunch eats and refreshing boozy drinks. Start your meal with a house bread basket, and a Bloody Maria or Frozen Pineapple Upside Down Mimosa, and follow it with a benedict, chicken and waffles, breakfast club sandwich, or steak and eggs!
Multiple locations | See locations
Katy Trail Ice House
Famous for a reason, a late morning spent at Ice House is sure to bring your vibes back up! Grab a seat on the patio to soak up the sun with a Summer Beer and half-pound Hangover Burger. Get there early so you don’t have to wait, or jump start your recovery with a walk on the trail while on the list!
Uptown | Directions
Lochland's
Brunch like you're across the pond at this beloved pub and beer garden! They have an amazing array of brunch drinks -- an entire page of the menu, to be exact -- including a bloody mary that is the perfect pick me up. Feast on traditional breakfast eats, or go for the hearty pub eats like fish and chips or shepherd's pie!
White Rock | Directions
State & Allen
For a casual neighborhood hang with great drink deals, head to this corner spot in State Thomas! Enjoy hearty eats like chicken and waffles, biscuits and gravy, a pork belly omelette, pulled pork huevos rancheros, and more. Pair your meal with $5 mimosas by the glass, or do a $25 bottle, plus $5 screwdrivers, greyhounds, bloody marys, and tequila sunrises.
State Thomas | Directions
Sundown at Granada
No need to wake up early for this boozy brunch – it goes ‘til 3pm, and so do the mimosa deals! They go for just $2 a glass, or $12 a carafe, perfect for enjoying the rooftop vibes. To eat, they have just about anything to satisfy your hunger, with over 25 dishes ranging from brunch faves and burgers to sandwiches and salads.
Greenville Ave | Directions
HEALTHY
Corner Market
This flower shop meets deli offers plenty of light, veggie-filled, and protein-packed sandwiches! They have something for everyone, with cold options like the Mockingbird Turkey & Apple and the Market Mediterranean, or hot sammies like the Melrose Chicken Breast or the Matilda Southwest.
Greenville Ave | Directions
Ka Thai
Thai takeout is always a good idea, but especially if you’re feeling the aftereffects of drinking. Ka Thai offers an array of hearty yet healthy dishes, we love the Pad Thai and Pad Kee Maw (drunken noodles), and the Kiew Nahm dumpling chicken broth soup is a must – best enjoyed from the couch!
Uptown & The Hill | See locations
Mamaka Bowls
If you’re looking to rehydrate and refresh, you can’t go wrong with Mamaka’s smoothie bowls! They have tons of flavors from tropical and refreshing to sweet and filling all topped with ingredients like fresh fruit, cacao nibs, honey, coconut, and the most insanely delicious granola we’ve ever had.
Knox | Directions
Slider & Blues
While mostly known as a burger joint, this spot’s chicken caesar wrap has gained some popularity as one of the best in town! A few of our team members even call it a hangover cure – light but filling and energizing! It’s made with grilled chicken, croutons, toasted pumpkin seeds, romaine, caesar dressing, all wrapped in a wheat tortilla.
SMU | Directions
