Foundation Room House of Blues Dallas

Name: Foundation Room House of Blues Dallas
Address: 2200 North Lamar Street, Dallas, TX, United States, 75202
Telephone: (214) 978-4868
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4

4.0

41 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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Foundation Room Dallas provides an exclusive VIP dining experience like no other in Dallas. Located on the 2nd floor of House of Blues Dallas, our guests are treated to a breathtaking view of Victory Park that serves as a backdrop to elevate your nightlife experience. Walking distance from the American Airlines Center makes it easy to pop in before or after a concert or game.

Once settled in Foundation Room, enjoy an eclectic and seasonal menu with items including Black Sesame Cod, Cauliflower Tempura, Or Steak Skewers, paired with a bold wine from our extensive wine list, or a unique hand-crafted cocktail from some of the best mixologists in Dallas. Whether you are looking for an intimate night with that special someone or an unforgettable experience in our vibrant lounge, Foundation Room Dallas provides the ultimate social club VIP experience to our members and non-members alike!

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Tapas / Small Plates, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Hours of operation
Lounge Thu, Fri 6:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 6:00 pm–2:00 am
Phone number
(214) 978-4868
Website
http://www.houseofblues.com/dallas/fr
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Luis Rodriguez
Private party facilities
Foundation Room Dallas offers multiple Private Dining options including our unique Nirvana and Temple Dining Rooms and the small Prayer Rooms, Buddha and Sahki, that provide intimate dining with couches for six to twenty guests. Reservations may be made with our Concierge, or customized experiences created by our Special Events Department.
Private party contact
Tessa Buhler: (214) 978-4868

Location
2200 North Lamar Street, Dallas, TX 75202
Neighborhood
Victory Park
Cross street
Houston
Parking details
Member Only Valet Parking available.
Entertainment
After 10pm each night world class DJs spin dance music throughout Foundation Room's lounge, private rooms and outdoor patios. Diners are encouraged to stay and enjoy the nightlife, just like a Foundation Room Member. On certain nights, Foundation Room offers live music provided by some of Dallas’s finest musicians and special guest performers from around the world. You never know who you may find behind the microphone. For more information on the nightly entertainment, please contact the Foundation Room concierge at 214.978.4868. To explore the benefits of becoming a Foundation Room Member, please call 214.978.4867.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 41 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.0

4 based on all time ratings

3.8Food
4Service
4.3Ambience
3.6Value

Noise • Moderate

41 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2023
overall5food3service5ambience5
The atmosphere of this place is amazing, it’s got a sexy vibe. Loved loved hanging here and having cocktails and appetizers before our concert, would 1000% recommend. The food was cold, but I understand like many places the kitchen is short staffed so we didn’t let that bother us.
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BradfordJ
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 23, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The Fountain Room at the Dallas House of Blues is a dinner reservation that will secure the start of a romantic, low-lit, fairy-tale evening. Try and get there a little early to request a side booth to have each other in a more private setting If you want to experience an intimate & relaxing atmosphere go! There sometimes is also a DJ that starts around 9 o'clock to 10 o'clock. Understand the The Fountain Room is-connected to the concert venue so if you have concert tickets you can pass through The Fountain Room to get to your seats; only if you have a reservation to The Fountain Room. The menu is short/limited and the food delicious. The Bar has about ten stools and the bartenders know their stuff. The Service Staff, outside ( to enter through a private elevator that supports security - no purse limitations ), and inside, are very accommodating and personable. Parking (on Victoria Avenue) is about one (1) tenth of-a-mile away and a very short walk. You will not have to purchase a pre-paid parking (not recommended and pay at the Lot upon you exit ($20). If you want to bank on a memorable evening, go on Open Table and book it!
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JustinJ
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall1food1service1ambience1
Event was cancelled and I was not notified. I showed up to find out the restaurant was not open
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JaniceB
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on September 1, 2023
overall2food3service4ambience1
The salad was good. The other options not so much. It is a cave like atmosphere. Music was too loud. We were hoping for conversation, but had to text each of us at the same table. Also, I don’t like eating off a coffee table. I do that at home. Yes, I am a senior and oretty grouchy, but I like to be comfortable.
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ReginaA
Dallas
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
The experience was amazing! I will be planning another event soon.
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VickyC
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 5, 2023
overall2food2service2ambience4
8/5 Leela James Concert - Found out that our waitress was also the Bartender so it took a long time for her to come to our table. When she arrived at our table we decided to help her out by ordering both our drinks and food at one time (to keep her from having to come back twice). She brought the drinks back pretty quickly and my margarita was very good. Food came out fairly quickly, both my Husband and I both ordered the Wagyu Burger medium well, they were served medium rare. My Husband ate his, I only ate around the edges of mine and the french fries that came with it. We decided that we would skip the Foundation Room on our next visit to the House of Blues and have dinner somewhere else before arriving.
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Angeleyesodom
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 30, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food, the service, the atmosphere was all too notch!
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MICHELLER
Houston
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were able to get checked and in quickly. We were given an option to eat where bar and band was or quiet dining area. We were attending a concert and everyone on staff was very attentive for us to be on time. Margarita was excellent. Waitress very helpful on deciding what dinner choices would suit us. Fantastic can't wait to go back!
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Sunman
Dallas
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2019
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is a great members only place. It's super sheik and personal. Great for date night. Come here and you'll see what I mean.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on December 31, 2017
overall2food3service1ambience3
Service was ok, as it was waiters only 3rd day. The end of the dinner is what ruined it for me. At the beginning of the night they asked to hold my cc and driver license. Which I've never had to do before, but whatever.Then when it came for the check they couldn't find them! They walked past my table twice before they admitted they had misplaced them. After an hour they finnaly found them. Doubt I'll ever be going back.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
29 reviews
vip
3.0
29 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2017
overall3food1service3ambience5
Need to work on the menu. Great place to go as a group before a show at the bar but he restaurant needs a better menu to recommend this place
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on May 13, 2017
overall1food1service1ambience1
Vip was worthless with a seated show after I called to ask what the best seating would be. Mediocre food and vibes. Dissappointed in Dallas' support but amazing performance Damien Escobar! Too bad we werent close enogh to get sweat on. Jerry, a bartender was the best customer service I got there!
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OpenTable Diner
Oklahoma City
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on April 15, 2017
overall1food1service1ambience2
I took my wife here on Saturday evening. The hostess sat us in a nice booth and then took our drink order. About 5 minutes later a cocktail waitress came by to "verify" our drink order. Another 5 minutes go by and a third person explains to us that they didn't get our drink order yet. After ordering a menu listed manhattan and "good karma margarita" for the third time, along with our appetizers and entree we waited about 5 more minutes for a waiter to come back and tell us that the bartender couldn't make "specialty" drinks and they didn't have any of the crab cakes listed on the menu. At this point we decided to just leave as the service wasn't just subpar it was non-existent. I will never return here and wouldn't recommend it to anyone except my mother-in-law...
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OpenTable Diner
Mississippi
8 reviews
2.0
8 reviews
Dined on April 15, 2017
overall2food2service3ambience3
The food was mediocre at best, our server was phenomenal he was very enthusiastic about life and his job, the food is pricey and not cooked well. The ambiance is great and very quit for a romantic date.
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Catfoodie
Greater Boston
33 reviews
vip
1.0
33 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2017
overall1food1service2ambience1
I was given a reservation on a Saturday night. I made this reservation several weeks in advance. When we arrived, we were told it was a private event and we could not get in! They told us our reservation must have been for the regular House of Blues restaurant. Went to the regular venue and were told they had no reservation and could not seat us for 45 minutes. We showed them our reservation confirmation and called for the manager and we're finally seated. Unfortunately, the food was cold, dry and tasteless. Would never come back.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 3, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
It was great before the concert, great lounge and drinks. The post show... we were a bit past the target audience age. Food was good and signature drinks were unique.
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Rockman
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 4, 2017
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very nice low keyed place. Away with my woman of 40 years. Nice but Los Lonley Boys didn't make it. We will be back when rescheduled. Rock Kirby
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Diner
Dallas
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on February 3, 2017
overall5food3service5ambience3
Great service.
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KH67
Dallas
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on January 7, 2017
overall2food2service3ambience5
We made reservations when the House of Blues had to cancel our reservations in the restaurant before a concert. We had a VIP table at the concert and the friendly lady who cancelled our dinner offered me a list of surrounding dining options. We really wanted something close, as we were already walking from our hotel. She noted that since we had VIP tables, we would be on the list for the Foundation Room that evening and could grab a cocktail and appetizers there, then eat bar food at the concert. I went ahead and made reservations for the Foundation Room on open table, even though she had told me we would be on "the list." We showed up at our reservation time and it was quiet embarrassing. We weren't on "the list." They wanted to know where I made the reservation. After I explained the situation, the guy with "the list" made it out like they would "let us in" even tho it wasnt really what he wanted to do. They "let us sit" on this one cozy little couch, all the other empty chairs were reserved. Our husbands stood the entire time. Also, we were dressed for a fun night out, but our men had on caps and this place has a "strict dress code" and they asked them to remove their caps before we got on on the elevator, completely understandable, but we felt out of place and like outcasts from the get go. It was a very nice, beautiful, dramatic decor. Beautiful wood bar. We ordered one round of drinks and two appetizers while waiting to be escorted to the concert hall. The appetizers were terribly bland, but very beautifully presented. When the concert hall opened, they were very kind and personally escorted us to a private entrance to the venue. I feel like we were as happy to be going as they were for us to be leaving! It was an awkard $100 wasted to start our evening. If the Foundation Room is members only, it shouldn't be open for reservations on Open Table. I would hate someone to plan a romantic evening, only to show up and be turned away for not being on "the list."
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OpenTable Diner
San Diego
33 reviews
4.0
33 reviews
Dined on December 31, 2016
overall4food3service3ambience5
The Foundation Room was perfect for NYE! The ambiance was perfect, not over the top packed and crazy, but nicely attended and fun! Dinner service was good and friendly but the courses came out very slowly, esp with a fixed 5 course menu. It didn't seem like they were ready for a mostly full dining area which was unfortunate. It took FOREVER between courses. And it caused the diners to miss the live entertainment. It was nice to finally celebrate in the lounge.
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foodgod
Dallas
109 reviews
vip
5.0
109 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2016
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great place. We went here before a concert and the staff was responsive and very inviting. No request was denied, including saline :) . Drinks were very good and the bartenders have great info on different drinks. Food was good too. The venue is very elegant and nice little pockets to sit and talk with friends.
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Foodie
Dallas
60 reviews
vip
3.0
60 reviews
Dined on November 18, 2016
overall3food1service1ambience5
We made reservations at foundation bc we had tickets to a comedy show. We sat down and told the waiter we were going to order drinks and appetizers so we could hurry down and not miss the show. He disappeared for a while, was not warm and friendly, forgot what our food was, and was in charge of all the tables. We waited 40 min, never got our food and ended up ordering grilled cheeses in the concert hall. Someone seriously needs to evaluate how this restaurant is run since it's in conjunction with showtimes! Also, I should add, no one in the restaurant for their food while we were there, the other 3 tables were a little irate as well.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on October 29, 2016
overall4food3service5ambience5
The menu was very limited for dinner. Great if you are only going for drinks and snacks. Take a jacket, because it was freezing inside. Luckily the waiter brought us blankets.
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Dinnerfortwo
West Palm Beach
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2016
overall4food4service5ambience4
Unfortunately there was a problem with the Open Table reservation as they had a special event and could not honor our reservation. They were kind enough to accomodate us but we ended up eating in an empty restaurant.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on August 20, 2016
overall5food4service5ambience5
The food was great tried a couple new items and they were awesome. Noise level is off the charts after 10 pm so be prepared.
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OpenTable Diner
Dallas
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2016
overall1food1service1ambience5
Kitchen had a total meltdown and us and 2 other parties had meals comped after waiting for over an hour. Not sure what happened but beware. Dj, the waiter was great
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Married41
Charleston
64 reviews
vip
4.0
64 reviews
Dined on September 4, 2015
overall4food3service4ambience5
Very well decorated and the great sound absorption so u can talk. Food was pretty good but small portions for the price. Service was attentive. Bar area was vibrant. Probably a great place for drinks.
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Nope
Exclusive
4 reviews
vip
1.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 23, 2015
overall1food3service1ambience3
Upon making our reservation on OpenTable, the following day Foundation Room called to advise they could not accommodate us. We had a number of exchanges with them and looking about for another restaurant near the venue until we decided to just go to their lounge. I was told we could not order off the main menu in the lounge regardless. When we arrived, we again asked if we could be seated for dinner. This time, because we had a connection and a $20 tip we got a table. WE WERE THE ONLY DI NERS except one other table of 4. Crickets chirped in the dining room ( we couldn't believe our eyes). No, the lounge wasn't that busy either. We ordered apps which took forever, then our entrees took 65 min to arrive. We had 3 minutes to eat them when they came before the Angela Johnson showed started. Our waiter was pretty good but he couldn't bring the food. Ridiculous. We should not have even paid!
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partygirl
Dallas
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 1, 2015
overall4food3service5ambience5
I went during weekdays so it was not crowded, attentive staff, creative food menu, awesome drinks
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BerwinDiner
Dallas
28 reviews
4.0
28 reviews
Dined on June 26, 2015
overall4food4service4ambience4
We had tickets for a concert event and we made reservations for the Foundation Room. However, we ended up eating in the bar/lounge for the restaurant because we wanted a bit more of a vibrant ambiance. We sat at bar and received excellent service and conversation from the the two bartenders. All our food was excellent and our drinks were superbly mixed. When it came time for the concert, the bartender personally escorted us to the venue. I would highly recommend the Foundation Lounge.
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MrsAK
San Francisco
23 reviews
vip
4.0
23 reviews
Dined on April 4, 2015
overall4food4service4ambience4
The food was only so-so. The menu had few choices on it. The wait staff and bartenders were very friendly though.
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DrB65
San Antonio
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on January 30, 2015
overall5food4service3ambience4
Great food, interesting atmosphere, kind of bohemian. The food was pretty good. Nice place to eat before a show at the House of Blues.
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born2vegas
Dallas
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2014
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always Amazing!! Appetizers to die for! Main courses are all delicious! But the show stopper is the Truffle Mac and Cheese, seriously, Out of this World!! A true 5 Star Dining Experience with that Vibe you can only experience at the Foundation Room!
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TaTee
New Orleans
39 reviews
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on October 9, 2014
overall5food5service5ambience5
In Dallas for the concert at House of Blues. Was a little reticent based on restaurant reviews on yelp and trip advisor. All wrong. Food was delicious, I had the lamb chops. Sides are large enough for 4 to share...we enjoyed the truffle french fries and the grilled (to perfection) asparagus. Our servers were fun and attentive. Employees (I think his name was Eric...guy handing out wristbands) actually had read my reservation and knew who we were when we arrived. And the concert was over the top!!!
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Faloncc
Dallas
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2014
overall3food5service2ambience5
This was our first time actually dining at the foundation room, the food was immpecable and the wine list was definitely notable. We were greeted at the front with smiles and they knew us frm our reservations instantly. Upon arriving at the hostess stand, we were served complimentary champagne. The menu was excellent and the food was down right delightful.
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Foodgloriousfood
Dallas
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2014
overall3food4service2ambience4
We went as a family, but were looking to see if this was a place to take business customers. Good start with a welcome glass of champaign. Received appetizers. Waiter disappeared. The appetizers and dishes sat in front of us for over 40 minutes. Table behind us left due to lack of service. Seemed like there was one waiter for the entire restaurant. Dinner arrived, it was delicious. Mixed emotions reviewing and rating restaurant. May try again for ourselves, but won't chance taking customers.
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Liketoeat
Dallas
6 reviews
vip
1.0
6 reviews
Dined on August 23, 2014
overall1food4service1ambience2
I don't know where to begin in explaining how bad the service is in this place. We arrived 10 minutes before our reservation time and then were made to sit at the bar for 40 minutes even though the place was empty. When we did sit the waiter was a little quirky but we just took it as being part of the experience. Our bottles of wine (we didn't order cocktails) arrived but after 30 minutes we had to go find our server to get them opened. It took an hour before our food order was taken and then another hour before it was served. The restaurant had less than 20 people in. No one really cared about the service they were giving you. When the food arrived it was very good. Go somewhere else.
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Plainojoe
Dallas
8 reviews
vip
1.0
8 reviews
Dined on August 15, 2014
overall1food3service1ambience2
This was our first visit to a HOB Foundation Room. When we first arrived we were offered a complementary glass of champagne. At that point we thought it was going to be a pleasant experience but we found out otherwise. Although our server seemed to be trying his best to please us, he was working what seemed to be far too many tables which resulted in long waits for our food. When our orders arrived, only the entrees showed up as it seemed somehow the order for our two side dishes did not get placed. The fiasco with dinner then caused us to be late for our concert which is what brought us to the House of Blues in the first place. We eventaully had to ask to speak with the manager who was very apoligetic and who ended up comping our meal.
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Elizabeth
Dallas
34 reviews
vip
2.0
34 reviews
Dined on May 30, 2014
overall2food2service5ambience4
A dim elevator takes you to level F where you continue to smell the incense. It is a dark, very decorated dining room w/booths w/drapes on 3 sides of the room------walls covered w/cloth.If only other restaurants would provide such gentle acoustics. The food is very pricey($40 for 2 slender lamb chops which they called rack of lamb). We ordered a wedge & a ceasar salad(which was good), but the blue cheese was so ripe one could suspect it came on the Queen Mary, so they took it off the bill. The steak was exquisite as were my 2 lamb chops after they replaced the first 2 w/the med rare I ordered. We were not sorry to go-----it is a very unique & sultry setting in downtown, but I would order sliders next time. Service was VERY attentive.
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WOMENROCK
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 26, 2014
overall5food5service5ambience5
GREAT EXPERIENCE, GREAT FOOD AND IT WAS WELL SEASONED, VERY ROMANTIC AND PRIVATE.....ALSO EACH OF THE WAITRESSES, HOSTS, ETC WERE VERY NICE, FRIENDLY AND RESPECTFUL
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Foundation Room House of Blues Dallas is rated 4 stars by 41 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Nov 28, 2023

7:00 PM

Google Map for Foundation Room House of Blues Dallas

2200 North Lamar Street, Dallas, TX 75202

Dining areas

Additional information

Cross street
Houston
Neighborhood
Victory Park
Hours of operation
Lounge Thu, Fri 6:00 pm–12:00 am Sat 6:00 pm–2:00 am
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
American, Tapas / Small Plates, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Member Only Valet Parking available.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Luis Rodriguez
Entertainment
After 10pm each night world class DJs spin dance music throughout Foundation Room's lounge, private rooms and outdoor patios. Diners are encouraged to stay and enjoy the nightlife, just like a Foundation Room Member. On certain nights, Foundation Room offers live music provided by some of Dallas’s finest musicians and special guest performers from around the world. You never know who you may find behind the microphone. For more information on the nightly entertainment, please contact the Foundation Room concierge at 214.978.4868. To explore the benefits of becoming a Foundation Room Member, please call 214.978.4867.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.houseofblues.com/dallas/fr
Phone number
(214) 978-4868
Private party facilities
Foundation Room Dallas offers multiple Private Dining options including our unique Nirvana and Temple Dining Rooms and the small Prayer Rooms, Buddha and Sahki, that provide intimate dining with couches for six to twenty guests. Reservations may be made with our Concierge, or customized experiences created by our Special Events Department.
Private party contact
Tessa Buhler: (214) 978-4868

Foundation Room House of Blues Dallas

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