Misto Bistro, Carrollton

Swirling a drink at the marble-topped bar, or seated at a table clad in red cloth, visitors to Victor's Restaurant and Bar enjoy an atmosphere that's sophisticated while remaining welcoming and warm. This mix of home-style comfort and upscale style infuses the menu, too. On tables, comfort dishes such as country-fried steak, served with potatoes in jalapeno gravy, share space with gourmet meals like the Victor's Surf Turf and Then Some, which piles linguine with shrimp, chicken, sausage, olives, and artichokes. Diners will also find such hearty salads as the Carnivorous (made with bacon, chicken, avocado, and house-made bacon vinaigrette), as well as the delicate Caprese starter, which pairs fresh mozzarella with vine-ripened tomatoes and olive oil.