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11 Dallas Restaurants That Are Perfect for Celebrations

When life offers up a reason to splurge, these restaurants are worth a visit

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In the see-and-be-seen culture that is theDallasdining scene, a celebratory atmosphere is becoming the norm. But for the ultimate causes to celebrate: birthdays, anniversaries, promotions, graduation, and engagements, nothing but the finest reservations will do.

Whether it’s time for a steak and oysters, a view like no other, or a table side performance, consider one of these spots the next time the occasion calls for something extra special.

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Fachini

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A signature tableside Caesar salad, classic cocktails, and 100-layer lasagna await those who celebrate at Fachini in Highland Park Village.

100 layer lasagna at Fachini in Dallas
The 100-layer lasagna at Fachini
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Georgie by Curtis Stone

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At Georgie, the luxe interior is second only to the menu. Start off with a dish of Rosewood beef tataki or a set of Oysters & Pearls on ice (oysters with wasabi, green onions and smoked trout roe). Agnolotti, a roasted half chicken, or a beautiful piece of salmon make lovely main course selections, followed by a chocolate tart with whiskey ice cream.

A booth table is set with cocktails and plates of desserts at Georgie in Dallas. 由喬吉

Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek

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A romantic meal and history lesson in one, a trip to the Mansion is fit for a royal. Enjoy a white grape gazpacho with blue crab salad, avocado, green almonds, and pickles with a higher-than-top-shelf cocktail at the Mansion Bar before indulging in the rest of the French-American menu. Note: a vegetarian dinner menu is available.

A pair of tables with white table cloths sit in front of two huge windows in a dining room.
Dine at the Mansion with a view of the garden
Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek

Commons Club

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There are several restaurants in town that will pull out all the stops for a celebration, but ordering up the big slice of chocolate cake with ice cream and giant, attention-grabbing sparklers at the Commons Club is one to remember. If brunch is an on the table, it hosts one of the best drag brunches in town on the first and third Sundays of the month.

An art deco interior to a restaurant with big green booths and gold and black decor.
Step into an elegant scene at the Commons Club inside the Virgin Hotel.
Virgin Hotel Dallas

The Charles

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Start the night with champagne around back at Bar Charles before cozying up in a booth or at the bar inside the Charles, an “Italian-ish” restaurant in the Design District. The restaurant’s chic, playful, and punchy interior will set the mood, while wood-fired oysters, steaks, and of course pastas, including the veal ragu capelloni, tempt the palate.

Town Hearth

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Celebrating big wins is commonplace at Town Hearth, the jewel in chef and restaurateur Nick Badovinus’ crown. Inside, a slew of chandeliers, a submarine, and motorcycles entertain the eyes, while wagyu steaks, a bone-in prime rib, and lobster occupy the rest of each guest’s attention.

Te Deseo

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Dark and almost magical vibes await at Te Deseo in the Harwood District. From the rooftop patio to the boldly decorated interiors, and from bottle service to cigars, there are memorable surprises at every turn. Try the Picada Argentina, which offers a selection of meats, including New York strip, filet, lamb ribs, and Brazilian sausage.

An orange-topped cocktail sits on a blue tile bar at Te Deseo in Dallas.
Cocktails at Te Deseo are creative and beautiful.
Rebecca Adler for Te Deseo

La Stella Cucina Verace

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Whether for a pre- or post-show meal, or just a night out, this celebratory spot in the Arts District makes everyone feel special. The old-school Italian servers will suggest the perfect Italian sparkling beverage to accompany your Agnolotti Pizzicati, as live music creates an ambiance fit for the occasion.

A spread of Italian dishes at La Stella Cucina Verace against a white background.
La Stella offers modern Italian dishes across from the Winspear in Dallas’ Arts District
La Stella Cucina Verace

Dakota's Steakhouse

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Beneath the city, Dakota’s Steakhouse has been refreshed with an upgraded interior, new ownership and new chef. Now it feels more like a destination than ever before. What could be more special than crab cake lollipops, table side Beef Wellington, and a specialty cocktail like the Paradise Found with Zephyr gin, lemon, strawberry, and Prosecco, or even a classic Dirty Martini.

A server pours wine into a glass next to dishes at Dakota’s Restaurant in Dallas.
Wine, steak and pastas await at Dakota’s Steakhouse.
Beckley Photography for Dakota’s

Monarch Restaurant

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One of the highest spots to celebrate in DFW, Monarch sits on the 49th floor of the National, a Downtown hotel. If the celebration should include wine, Monarch’s sommeliers are some of the finest in town, offering options for pairing wines with each course. Spring for a table by the window for the best views while dining. Note that a window seat requires a $125 minimum deposit, exclusive of tax and gratuity.

Boulevardier

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Nip into this Oak Cliff mainstay for oysters, extremely well-curated wines, and French steak frites. For brunch worthy of celebration, Boulevardier delivers. Legs and Eggs features duck confit alongside stone-ground grit cakes topped with sunny side up eggs. Wash it down with a mimosa spiked with St. Germain.

Fachini

A signature tableside Caesar salad, classic cocktails, and 100-layer lasagna await those who celebrate at Fachini in Highland Park Village.

100 layer lasagna at Fachini in Dallas
The 100-layer lasagna at Fachini
Kathy Tran/EDFW

Georgie by Curtis Stone

At Georgie, the luxe interior is second only to the menu. Start off with a dish of Rosewood beef tataki or a set of Oysters & Pearls on ice (oysters with wasabi, green onions and smoked trout roe). Agnolotti, a roasted half chicken, or a beautiful piece of salmon make lovely main course selections, followed by a chocolate tart with whiskey ice cream.

A booth table is set with cocktails and plates of desserts at Georgie in Dallas. 由喬吉

Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek

A romantic meal and history lesson in one, a trip to the Mansion is fit for a royal. Enjoy a white grape gazpacho with blue crab salad, avocado, green almonds, and pickles with a higher-than-top-shelf cocktail at the Mansion Bar before indulging in the rest of the French-American menu. Note: a vegetarian dinner menu is available.

A pair of tables with white table cloths sit in front of two huge windows in a dining room.
Dine at the Mansion with a view of the garden
Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek

Commons Club

There are several restaurants in town that will pull out all the stops for a celebration, but ordering up the big slice of chocolate cake with ice cream and giant, attention-grabbing sparklers at the Commons Club is one to remember. If brunch is an on the table, it hosts one of the best drag brunches in town on the first and third Sundays of the month.

An art deco interior to a restaurant with big green booths and gold and black decor.
Step into an elegant scene at the Commons Club inside the Virgin Hotel.
Virgin Hotel Dallas

The Charles

Start the night with champagne around back at Bar Charles before cozying up in a booth or at the bar inside the Charles, an “Italian-ish” restaurant in the Design District. The restaurant’s chic, playful, and punchy interior will set the mood, while wood-fired oysters, steaks, and of course pastas, including the veal ragu capelloni, tempt the palate.

Town Hearth

Celebrating big wins is commonplace at Town Hearth, the jewel in chef and restaurateur Nick Badovinus’ crown. Inside, a slew of chandeliers, a submarine, and motorcycles entertain the eyes, while wagyu steaks, a bone-in prime rib, and lobster occupy the rest of each guest’s attention.

Te Deseo

Dark and almost magical vibes await at Te Deseo in the Harwood District. From the rooftop patio to the boldly decorated interiors, and from bottle service to cigars, there are memorable surprises at every turn. Try the Picada Argentina, which offers a selection of meats, including New York strip, filet, lamb ribs, and Brazilian sausage.

An orange-topped cocktail sits on a blue tile bar at Te Deseo in Dallas.
Cocktails at Te Deseo are creative and beautiful.
Rebecca Adler for Te Deseo

La Stella Cucina Verace

Whether for a pre- or post-show meal, or just a night out, this celebratory spot in the Arts District makes everyone feel special. The old-school Italian servers will suggest the perfect Italian sparkling beverage to accompany your Agnolotti Pizzicati, as live music creates an ambiance fit for the occasion.

A spread of Italian dishes at La Stella Cucina Verace against a white background.
La Stella offers modern Italian dishes across from the Winspear in Dallas’ Arts District
La Stella Cucina Verace

Dakota's Steakhouse

Beneath the city, Dakota’s Steakhouse has been refreshed with an upgraded interior, new ownership and new chef. Now it feels more like a destination than ever before. What could be more special than crab cake lollipops, table side Beef Wellington, and a specialty cocktail like the Paradise Found with Zephyr gin, lemon, strawberry, and Prosecco, or even a classic Dirty Martini.

A server pours wine into a glass next to dishes at Dakota’s Restaurant in Dallas.
Wine, steak and pastas await at Dakota’s Steakhouse.
Beckley Photography for Dakota’s

Monarch Restaurant

One of the highest spots to celebrate in DFW, Monarch sits on the 49th floor of the National, a Downtown hotel. If the celebration should include wine, Monarch’s sommeliers are some of the finest in town, offering options for pairing wines with each course. Spring for a table by the window for the best views while dining. Note that a window seat requires a $125 minimum deposit, exclusive of tax and gratuity.

Boulevardier

Nip into this Oak Cliff mainstay for oysters, extremely well-curated wines, and French steak frites. For brunch worthy of celebration, Boulevardier delivers. Legs and Eggs features duck confit alongside stone-ground grit cakes topped with sunny side up eggs. Wash it down with a mimosa spiked with St. Germain.

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