The Lounge Here

Name: The Lounge Here
Address: 9028 Garland Rd, Dallas, TX, United States, 75218
Telephone: (214) 238-3374
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.8

4.8

252 Reviews

$30 and under

American

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In our modern day culture of immediacy and convenience where chain restaurants, fast food and instant gratification are the norm, we find ourselves craving the out of the ordinary, the unique, the thoughtful destination. We want to feel adventurous and be treated special. And at HERE we aim to do just that.

The lounge, owned by Julie Doyle and Tim DeLaughter — founders of musical groups Tripping Daisy, The Polyphonic Spree, and local fave store, Good Records (next door), promises to whisk guests away into another place and time.

The decor at HERE is inviting and chic: casual enough for your post work happy hour and yet dapper enough to channel your inner mad men cocktail party. The room features a large photo mural by Rainer Judd, daughter of artist Donald Judd, adding a touch of Marfa to the space which has been a long time inspiration and continued friendship.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

May 17, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(214) 238-3374

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
American, Contemporary Southern
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Bar
Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
Phone number
(214) 238-3374
Website
https://theloungehere.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress

Location
9028 Garland Rd Dallas, TX 75218
Neighborhood
Lakewood / White Rock Lake
Cross street
Garland Road/ Old Gate
Parking details
Additional parking available across the street on Old Gate.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Deviled Eggs$9.00
smoked bacon, hot sauce, chives
Pimento Cheese$9.00
crispy tasso ham, house potato chips, veggies
Crimson Lentil-Artichoke Hummus$10.00
parmesan, veggies, tortilla chips
Fried Chicken Confit$15.00
lollipop drumstick, buffalo sauce, blue cheese crema, arugula
Goat Cheese & Crab Toast$15.00
tomato-bacon jam
Charcuterie Board$18.00
house selection of cured meats and cheeses, seasonal or dried fruits, warm baguette

Intermission

Soup du Jour
- Cup$5.00
- Bowl$8.00
House Salad$7.00
mixed greens, tomatoes, sunflower seeds, goat cheese, citrus vinaigrette
Shrimp & Arugula Salad$16.00
cherry tomatoes, avocado, toasted pine nuts, parmesan, lemon vinaigrette
A Southern Caesar Salad$16.00
blackened chicken breast, fried green tomato croutons, romaine, buttermilk caesar dressing, parmesan
Borracho Mussels$17.00
cerveza, chili peppers, red onion, garlic, herbs, lime, warm baguette

Feature

Shrimp & Grits$20.00
emmental cheese grits, tasso gravy
Forest Mushroom Pasta$17.00
linguine, forest mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, capers, parmesan, roasted garlic white wine sauce
Chicken Fried Ribeye$23.00
panko crusted wagyu ribeye, shaved brussels, duck fat gravy
Grilled Lemongrass Chicken$19.00
airline breast, fried cauliflower "rice", shaved brussels, egg, fresh herbs, garlic, lemongrass sauce
Halibut & Succotash$27.00
pan seared halibut, seasonal succotash, citrus beurre blanc
Here Burger$15.00
80/20 patty, smoked bacon, white cheddar, arugula, tomato, grilled onions, pickles, house ranch, southern bun, fries
Veggie Burger$14.00
choice of organic vegan veggie patty or The Beyond Burger, white cheddar, arugula, tomato, grilled onions, pickles, house ranch, southern bun, fries

Side Stage

Haricot Vert Amandine$9.00
lemon, grilled onions, smoked almonds
Pan Fried Brussels Sprouts$8.00
soy chili glaze
Mac & Cheese$8.00
5 cheese sauce, potato chip crust
Fried Cauliflower Rice$9.00
shaved brussels sprouts, egg, fresh herbs, garlic
Side Fries$5.00
parmesan, fresh herbs
Entrée Splits$3.00

What 252 people are saying

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4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.9Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

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CyndiP
New Orleans
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Perfect evening as always. Service is the best in Dallas! Small hidden gem with perfect food everytime.
CA
CARISSAR
Dallas
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful dinner here - our food was fantastic as was our service from Sage. We love this neighborhood spot!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Loved the lighting and the design of the space and the service was amazing! Delish food and unique cocktails! Only place I’ve ever seen Sotol!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 7, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
Great experience. Food and ambience was great.
FF
FinickyFoodie
Dallas
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on May 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very interesting neighborhood upscale restaurant. We had the deviled eggs and pimiento cheese to start which were both excellent then we split the chicken fried sirloin steak and it also was very good. The chocolate flourless cake was to die for. I'm new to the neighborhood but will definitely go back. The drinks we had were make to perfection. Reservations for dinner are a must as it is a small place.
KO
KellyO
Dallas
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’m really torn about writing this review because too many will know what a find this place is. Especially in East Dallas! The menu is limited but EVERYTHING is great here. Appetizers so good they combine to a nice meal and the sides as well if not an entree kind of person which I’m not. Best tuna Poke I’ve had anywhere and I consider their burger a standard. Lots of great options and really cool atmosphere. Dark and lounge like, perfect for dinner with friends. The bartender, Heather, one of the greats and Stephanie our server of choice is always on it! Say hi to Jocelyn at the door. She’s your in for the best seat in the house.
EB
EarlB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 29, 2022
overall5food5service4ambience5
if you like mid century modern interiors and a coool vibe, check this place out - it's great!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
9 reviews
vip
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on April 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The food… The service… The ambience is always on point. Everything was delicious and we always have a wonderful time. We love introducing friends to this place. It’s really Old Lake Highland/Little Forest Hill best kept secret.
MH
MariaH
Dallas
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on April 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great environment and excellent food and service. The bartenders are especially talented. Grab a seat at the bar and enjoy the people watching and order one of their specialty drinks. A hit every time!
CB
CharlotteB
Dallas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience5
pleasantly surprised once inside. A little difficult to find since there is 1 small marquee posting their name. Will go again for sure
CK
CindyK
Dallas
39 reviews
vip
4.0
39 reviews
Dined on April 21, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Fun place to go. Love the atmosphere. Really good food.
CM
CathyM
Dallas
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on April 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Ate at Here last night before a show at Fair Park. The food was amazing. I had the Ahi Tuna Poke and loved it. My sister had the shrimp salad and she was impressed. I love the ambiance and the layout of the restaurant. Will definitely be returning to try the rest of the menu.
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Libby
Dallas
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on April 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service and food! The noise level is always high but it’s just to be expected.
AM
AnnM
Dallas
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 9, 2022
overall2food2service1ambience3
I was really excited to go here, they have great reviews. The food was okay, too expensive for what it is. The service was SLOW. Especially for such a small place, the service was not great. The couple we were sitting next to, was rude and kept staring at us. They asked their waiter to open the bottle of wine on the other side- we didn’t hear why, but the tables were full on either side of them. Then they asked to be seated elsewhere? Not sure if it was cause we were Asian? My boyfriend and I were not loud or talkative at all, just eating and casual talk. But after coming here, I didn’t feel the staff was nice or the ambiance or crowds they attract here were nice. We didn’t need to spend the amount of money we did at this restaurant just to feel targeted or feel racism towards us at the end of the night.
BB
BeauB
Dallas
4 reviews
vip
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this place
PS
PSJP
Dallas
2 reviews
1.0
2 reviews
Dined on April 8, 2022
overall1food3service1ambience4
715 reservation before an 845 show. Seated immediately, got drinks, gave our food order at 730 - an app, 2 salads, 2 sides. Told the server to "just send it all," thinking we would eat as it came out, pay, and leave. App came around 745, sides came around 800. At 800 told the server we needed to be somewhere at 845 and to either cancel the rest or box it to-go and to bring the bill. A few minutes later the server stopped by and said the food was working. At 815 I asked the hostess to tell our server to cancel the rest and to bring the bill. A few minutes later the server stopped by and asked if we still wanted the salads or to cancel. If it’s ready now we’ll take it boxed, if not then cancel, either way please bring the bill. Not upset we just needed to leave. A few minutes later she comes by and says our food is "on the line," I ask her to box it to-go and to bring the bill. At 825 no food or bill, supposed to be in our seats 10 min ago, we decide to get up and leave, obviously no one was concerned. Server ran out after us, I go inside to pay, asked her to remove the salads as we never got them and were still not boxed to-go, she got an attitude with me, "I can’t believe you would try to leave, I didn’t want to rush you so I coursed out the meal, I didn't know you had to leave, they have to cook the food." Ran card at 829, handed me the receipts, no pen, and walked away. Arrived late to the show and was almost denied entry. Coursed our meal despite requesting to send it all at once. Asked for the bill 4 times between 2 different people over the course of half an hour. Almost an hour for grilled chicken and lettuce? Come on. No acknowledgement we were celebrating a birthday despite being noted in the reservation. No apology or acknowledgement that the ball was dropped. No acknowledgement from management. The service we received this evening was less than acceptable.
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Fabulous
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
This place is remarkable in every way. I’ve returned about 6 times over the last few years. I don’t live in Dallas but always find myself suggesting Here to a friend when I’m in town. I went again last night With my wife and she absolutely loved it as well.
PP
PorschesP
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on April 2, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
The atmosphere was perfect for our four year date! My honey doesn’t like too many places, but he enjoyed himself, the deviled eggs and our time together!!!
SB
ScottB
Dallas
48 reviews
vip
5.0
48 reviews
Dined on March 29, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went to The Lounge Here for a pop-up dinner. Was very impressed with the food, service, drinks and decor. Will definitely be back
TT
TT23
Dallas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great meal in a great environment - love the space, the food, the staff
AP
AmandaP
Northern MI
16 reviews
vip
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on March 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We went for the better half popup. As always service was wonderful. I love that they partner with local small businesses to showcase them. You could order off the regular menu for this event too. Drinks are all made well. My favorite local spot!
TT
TommyT
Dallas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on March 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, good service, reasonable prices and congenial atmosphere.
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Sergio
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing place! Amazing environment and staff! Drinks and food are great.
GG
GregG
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Stephanie was awesome and Julie was very attentive. We would definitely come back for normal service or for more Better Half pop ups. The featured Amaros were a great addition as well
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on March 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
One of our favorites. Never disappoints
g
gringohm
Dallas
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on March 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great vibe
OT
OpenTable Diner
Dallas
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on March 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Better half pop up was excellent
DH
DonnaH
Dallas
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 14, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Thoroughly enjoyed the PopUp dinner! Look forward to the next one.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Austin
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 13, 2022
overall5food5service3ambience5
Really cool little place! My wife and I enjoy trying new spots for date night and this hidden restaurant was definitely a cool experience. The server felt a little rushed but she was still very nice, the food was great and the atmosphere was amazing. Would definitely come back!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on March 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Stephanie was such a pleasure! Awesome recommendations, attentive service. Reliable neighborhood gem.
SD
SabrinaD
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great time! It’s like having a drink and dinner in your swanky living room!
CH
ChuckH
Birmingham
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on March 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Great night and perfect food with excellant service
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Laurenk
New York Area
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on March 4, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Lounge Here is one of our favorite spots in Dallas!
FG
FrankyG
Dallas
9 reviews
4.0
9 reviews
Dined on February 27, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
Went there just for cocktails. Service was great. Was a little disappointed with the current cocktail offering scope. Had them create a couple of cocktails off menu that were excellent.
R
Rpas
Dallas
39 reviews
vip
5.0
39 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food is always good - had mussels and shrimp and grits. Don’t miss the deviled eggs or the brussel sprouts. Cocktails are always great!
c
carolo
Denver
33 reviews
vip
4.0
33 reviews
Dined on February 13, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Really fun retro place with good food and ambience
RC
RichardC
Dallas
1 review
vip
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Coolest vibe ever The menu and cocktails are delish One the best mussels in the City
AL
AlexLovesFood
Dallas
59 reviews
vip
3.0
59 reviews
Dined on February 6, 2022
overall3food2service3ambience5
The atmosphere is great and the staff is super friendly. The food was mediocre and lacked seasoning, but for the price point, I don’t have high expectations. I’d go back and focus on food and apps.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 5, 2022
overall5food5service3ambience5
Solid experience. They were open during Dallas snowmageddon.
SJ
SusanJ
Dallas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Nice place, we’d never been to despite living very close. We were seated right away, never felt rushed - despite a crowded, busy evening, and the food was excellent. The prices were great too. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a cool place to dine with very friendly staff, great food and drinks and a great vibe

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The Lounge Here offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (214) 238-3374.

The Lounge Here is rated 4.8 stars by 252 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

May 17, 2022

May 2022

Sun

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

7:00 PM

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(214) 238-3374

9028 Garland Rd Dallas, TX 75218

Additional information

Cross street
Garland Road/ Old Gate
Neighborhood
Lakewood / White Rock Lake
Hours of operation
Wed–Sun 4:00 pm–12:00 am
Bar
Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–1:00 am
Cuisines
American, Contemporary Southern
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Additional parking available across the street on Old Gate.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://theloungehere.com/
Phone number
(214) 238-3374

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The Lounge Here

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

The Best Restaurants in Dallas

Deviled Eggs

Pimento Cheese

Chicken Fried Ribeye

Opening Act

Deviled Eggs$9.00

Pimento Cheese$9.00

Crimson Lentil-Artichoke Hummus$10.00

Fried Chicken Confit$15.00

Goat Cheese & Crab Toast$15.00

Charcuterie Board$18.00

Intermission

Soup du Jour

House Salad$7.00

Shrimp & Arugula Salad$16.00

A Southern Caesar Salad$16.00

Borracho Mussels$17.00

Feature

Shrimp & Grits$20.00

Forest Mushroom Pasta$17.00

Chicken Fried Ribeye$23.00

Grilled Lemongrass Chicken$19.00

Halibut & Succotash$27.00

Here Burger$15.00

Veggie Burger$14.00

Side Stage

Haricot Vert Amandine$9.00

Pan Fried Brussels Sprouts$8.00

Mac & Cheese$8.00

Fried Cauliflower Rice$9.00

Side Fries$5.00

Entrée Splits$3.00

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