Every year, Dallas marks the start of the festive season with a handful of beloved traditions, but few feel as transportive—or as indulgent—as holiday tea at the French-inspired restaurant inside The Adolphus. It’s the kind of experience that doesn’t just celebrate the season; it wraps you up in it. Think flickering light, soft seasonal music, ornate décor, and an unmistakable sense that you’ve stepped into a world where time slows down and pleasure becomes the priority.
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For more than a century, The Adolphus has been where Dallas comes to celebrate. On October 4, the hotel invites you into its crown jewel, The French Room, for an evening that blends timeless tradition with modern culinary artistry.
This anniversary dinner is more than a meal—it’s a moment to raise a glass to 113 years of hospitality, grace, and memory-making. Chef Frederic Sulis has designed a five-course prix-fixe menu that draws on the finest flavors of the season, each paired with carefully selected wines to complement and elevate the experience.
The French Room has been closed but with elegant dining in the bar in its stead, but this special dinner will take place in full grandeur.
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Choosing the right venue for a first date can set the tone for what could be a blossoming romance. In Dallas, a city known for its vibrant culinary scene, finding the perfect spot can feel overwhelming. To ease your decision, here are the top three restaurants in Dallas that promise to create an unforgettable first date experience.
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One of Dallas’ most revered holiday traditions, Holiday Tea at The Adolphus, is returning to The French Room on Wednesday, November 1 – Sunday, January 7.
For the first time ever, The French Room will offer Holiday Tea seven days a week. Reservations are available every day (except Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day) from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. Reservations go live on Tuesday, October 3.
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After a 2 year hiatus, The Adolphus announces the long-awaited return of The French Room Bar with a provisionary experience, Bar Lilly.
The French Room Bar is now adorned in an abundance of flowers and whimsical décor, and is open now through the end of July.
The Bar Lilly experience was inspired by the beer baroness herself, Lilly Anheuser, who was the wife of Adolphus Busch, the co-founder of The Adolphus who built the hotel as a passion project in the early 20th century.
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The James Beard Foundation announced today its list of Restaurant and Chef Award semifinalists in advance of the 29th annual James Beard Awards. The prestigious group of semifinalists across all categories represents a wide collection of culinary talent, from
exceptional chefs and dining destinations nationally and across ten different regions to the best new restaurants, outstanding bar, outstanding baker, and a rising star chefs 30 years of age or under. Continue reading
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The Adolphus, the storied downtown hotel synonymous with timeless Dallas style, is pleased to unveil the vibrant return of The French Room. Following a thoughtful 16-month restoration, one of the city’s most beloved restaurants returns to its original roots as a preeminent Dallas dining destination. Opening on Wednesday, October 4, The French Room presents Chef Michael Ehlert’s interpretation of classic French cookery, seamlessly blending the technique and discipline of fine haute cuisine with the warmth and approachability of modern, elevated dining experiences. Building upon the numerous awards and accolades earned over the years, including the coveted AAA Five Diamond award for 25 consecutive years, The French Room begins its next chapter paying reverence to the past while welcoming guests old and new. Continue reading
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The 2013 James Beard Award semi-finalist nominations were announced today and DFW restaurants had some nods this year. Check out the list below:
Outstanding Chef: Stephan Pyles, Stephan Pyles Restaurant
Best Chef Southwest: Teiichi Sakurai, Tei-An and Jason Maddy, Oak
Outstanding Wine Program: Café on the Green at Four Seasons Resort and Club
Outstanding Service: The French Room at the Adolphus
Outstanding Restaurateur: Nick Badovinus – Flavor Hook, Off-Site Kitchen, Tried and True, Neighborhood Services
Outstanding Bar Program: The Cedars Social
Congratulaitons to our fine restaurateurs in the Dallas area.
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