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The French Room Bar Throws Off Vibes from Another Era

A note before we go further. The French Room itself — the grand gilded dining room that earned its reputation over generations — remains closed for dinner. It still hosts afternoon tea and the occasional holiday service, but if you are picturing a full evening inside that baroque space, set the expectation aside for now.

What is open, and what Dallas should be paying attention to, is the French Room Bar next door. This is a separate, smaller room inside The Adolphus, and it is where the serious eating and drinking is happening right now.

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Holiday Tea at Adolphus

One of Dallas’ most revered holiday traditions, Holiday Tea at The Adolphus, is returning to The French Room on Wednesday, November 2 – Sunday, January 8. Reservations are available every week from Wednesday – Sunday (except Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day) from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Reservations go live at on Tuesday, October 4.

With pastries created by Executive Pastry Chef Ruben Toraño, guests will enjoy the time-honored afternoon tradition of tea at The French Room, but with a holiday twist.

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