Top Uptown Cocktail Party Venues

• Spaces for 30-400 Guests
• 4 Museums
• 4 Landmarks
• 1 Event Space

Located in Dallas, the Perot Museum of Nature and Science offers a striking setting for corporate events, galas, receptions, and private celebrations. The museum features dramatic architecture, immersive exhibits, flexible event spaces, and skyline views that create an engaging backdrop for gatherings of all sizes. From elegant dinners to interactive receptions, the venue blends modern design with educational experiences that invite guests to explore throughout the event. With distinctive indoor and outdoor spaces, memorable photo opportunities, and a central location near downtown, the Perot Museum delivers an inspiring event experience unlike a traditional venue.

• Spaces for 60-1,000 Guests
• 1 Bar
• 1 Outdoor
• 4 Total Spaces

Located in the bustling Design District, Live's Nation's newest Dallas venue is located at The Echo Lounge & Music Hall and features 25,000 square feet of flexible design space including an upscale music hall, intimate VIP lounge, spacious outdoor patio and state-of-the-art production. This newly renovated venue has embraced the building’s history and elevated it to the future with design details that reflect aesthetic qualities of contemporary architecture and materials. With elegant furnishings and a talented team of event specialists, this unique venue is the perfect location to host your next corporate meeting, intimate reception or private event. With access to the world’s greatest musical entertainment, full-service event production, state-of-the-art lighting and sound, custom menus and mixology, this unique venue will exceed the expectations. Celebrate your brand in style as guests arrive greeted with your name in lights on the entrance marquee. Host an event in the elegant Music Hall, or in the intimate and stylish Echo Lounge, and make it an event to remember!

• Spaces for 12 Guests

Inspired by deep Texan roots and featuring beef from the in-house HWD Beef program, Stillwell’s is Hotel Swexan's signature, classic steakhouse with a modern twist. Oenophiles will be impressed by the first-rate wine list featuring rare and hard-to-find wines from around the world.

• Spaces for 20-100 Guests
• 5 Restaurants

Originally built in 1927, the historic school has been transformed into a modern environment that boasts the largest garden patio in Dallas and is consistently voted as “Best Patio in Dallas” by D Magazine and “Best Outdoor Dining” by OpenTable. The restaurant’s refined yet casual atmosphere and extensive menu have made it a favorite among patrons. It is open Monday through Friday for lunch, every day for dinner and drinks, and brunch on Saturday and Sunday. The first level of the two-story red brick building is Saint Ann Restaurant & Bar and the second level is The Ann and Gabriel Barbier-Mueller Museum: The Samurai Collection.

• Spaces for 80-450 Guests
• 4 Hotels
• 4 Ballrooms
• 1 Outdoor

Situated in the heart of Dallas’ Uptown district, Hotel Crescent Court offers classic luxury with European-inspired design and gracious service. The hotel features elegant ballrooms, landscaped courtyards, and refined dining spaces that lend themselves to sophisticated events. Known for its timeless atmosphere and attention to detail, Hotel Crescent Court provides an elevated backdrop for weddings, galas, and high-profile gatherings.

• Spaces for 26-50 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

Poco Fiasco is the latest escape the ordinary restaurant concept from Harwood Hospitality. Born from a need for a good martini and a slice of pizza, Poco Fiasco is a rowdy yet refined environment perfect for quick lunch, date night, night cap, or a long night out with friends. The lively spot brings elevated pizza combinations to Dallas as well as a robust martini program. Guests can look forward to foldable slices and crispy outer crust, the best martinis in town, and interiors that are a clash of relaxed sophistication and rowdy elegance. ABOUT THE SPACE The design from Harwood Design Factory has a refined playfulness yet is undoubtedly alluring and mischievous. Harwood International collaborated with Artist Uprising to create a whimsical, cheeky ceiling mural art paper that brings Poco Fiasco to life. Artist Uprising is a Dallas-based organization connecting up-and-coming artists with corporations and dedicated to enabling creativity to shape culture for the better. The mural depicts a feverish party turned fiasco combining favorite Harwood moments throughout the District. A few Harwood motifs are illustrated including Harwood Arms and Magnolias: Sous Le Pont as well as signature Harwood District design aspects such as the blue tree from Te Deseo, life-size chess board from Marie Gabrielle, the Rolex building and a few samurai to represent the Barbier-Mueller Samurai Collection. Just like the restaurants in Harwood, the interiors will transport you to another place and time miles away, yet conveniently tucked under an office tower.

• Spaces for 40 Guests

Located on the lobby level of Hotel Swexan and inspired by the sidewalk cafes of Europe, guests at Isabelle’s can enjoy continental breakfast options or a light lunch. In the evening, Isabelle’s showcases classic martinis from around the world.

• Spaces for 10-500 Guests
• 5 Hotels
• 5 Ballrooms
• 1 Meeting Space

• Spaces for 60-300 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

• Spaces for 40-75 Guests
• 2 Restaurants

Nestled in the Harwood District, Mercat Bistro is a contemporary European-style bistro in Uptown Dallas. Walk into a romantic setting that is inspired by some of the finest European design and culinary practices. Mercat Bistro is revered for being an intimate venue filled with stunning antiquities that have been recycled and reclaimed from all over the world.

• Spaces for 42-50 Guests

Dolce Riviera is inspired by summer vacations along the Italian Riviera - the scent of fresh lemon trees, the Italian fashion, the sea breeze and the unmatched taste of fresh pasta paired with full-bodied wines. We sought insights from the best Italian talent and the concept of Dolce Riviera was born.

• Spaces for 40-75 Guests

Harwood Arms, in Dallas’ Harwood District, exemplifies the best of the British Isles. Pouring pints of Guinness, featuring the finest whiskeys, and touting the tastiest fish and chips, Harwood Arms is the District pub where the greatest minds gather and drink alike. Harwood Arms is the first of several concepts to open on La Rue Perdue, a whimsical cobblestone alleyway located at the base of the office tower Harwood No. 10. The District pub is the ninth neighborhood addition to the Harwood District and is an escape from the ordinary by Harwood Hospitality Group.

• Spaces for 60-40 Guests

Journey to the liveliest corner of the Far East in the District. Elephant East is a contemporary pan-Asian restaurant, bar, and lounge inspired by culture and cuisine from Bangkok to Bali. Send the senses on an exhilarating joy ride with Elephant East’s layered and ornate design, house-made shared plates, stylish cocktails and sake.

• Spaces for 400-800 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Located in the Harwood District in Uptown Dallas, Marie Gabrielle Restaurant and Gardens is a 1.5-acre garden oasis known for its vast event space and exquisite dining and catering options. Meticulously manicured gardens, ancient art, and stunning oak and river birch trees encompass the 8,265 square foot pond that is found at its center. Its European-influenced design is the perfect fusion of nature and architecture, creating a perfect setting for ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, social events, private corporate functions, and private events.

• Spaces for 12-200 Guests
• 3 Restaurants

We spent months traveling to Latin America, perfecting our wood-fire cooking techniques, creating our own reposado tequila, and even learning how to salsa dance. Te Deseo is our love letter to the liveliness, mystery, and community that blooms throughout the region. Featuring bold flavors of Latin American-inspired cocktails and cuisine, your senses will fall in love with Te Deseo. Spanning 14,000 square feet, Te Deseo features a series of unique dining rooms, four bars, and a stunning rooftop overlooking the city. As the eighth restaurant in the Harwood District, Te Deseo is an elevated destination with irresistible energy lasting well into the night.

• Spaces for 25-200 Guests
• 2 Restaurants
• 3 Outdoor Spaces

Recognized as one of the “Best Happy Hours in Dallas” by the Dallas Observer, D Magazine, Dallas Eater and CultureMap, Happiest Hour is one of Dallas’ most popular destinations. Happiest Hour is Dallas’ largest patio bar and lounge, featuring a rooftop deck with an impeccable view and four full-service bars spread out over 12,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor bliss. The menu is line-up that is sure to cure any craving and a giant beverage program featuring signature cocktails, team drinks for the whole crew, wines on tap and more than 50 different beer selections. Happiest Hour is located at 2616 Olive St. in the Harwood District, mere steps away from the American Airlines Center in Dallas.

• Spaces for 325 Guests

The ARTISAN offers two unique outdoor spaces. The ARTISAN Hall Terrace and the Texas Sculpture Walk are located at the beautiful KPMG Plaza at HALL Arts. Our event team is passionate about executing a flawless event, with incredible culinary design and professional service. Our desire is to take the vision you have for your special occasion, gala, corporate meeting or conference and deliver a customized menu and event design that your guests will always remember!

Villa Azur is a French hospitality brand of luxury restaurants that brings the vibe of the Southern France along with its epicurean spirit. Created in the heart of Miami Beach in 2012 by French entrepreneurs Paul Breuza, Jean-Philippe Bernard and Michael Martin, the first Villa Azur restaurant became a must-visit address in Miami's new dining golden era. Empowered by this Miami success, the long time friends started exporting their concept worldwide, opening Villa Azur restaurants in the world’s most vibrant cities, such as Mexico City - Polanco, Saint-Tropez in France, Bodrum in Turkey, and Las Vegas coming soon. Villa Azur is the love of sharing and pleasing our patrons. From the greeting, through the plate to the emotion. We enhance the five senses to offer an unforgettable experience.

• Spaces for 100-2,300 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Theater
• 3 Event Spaces

The Margot and Bill Winspear Opera House, an unparalleled setting, reinvents the conventional opera house form, inverting its closed, hierarchical structure to create a transparent, publicly-welcoming series of spaces that wrap around the rich red glass drum of the performance hall. With two performance chambers and an expansive lobby for special events, the versatile venue that is Winspear Opera House offers an array of extraordinary guest experiences.