In Dallas, doing things better is just the beginning. And if there’s one thing this city knows how to do better than the rest it's the margarita. As the birthplace of the frozen marg, bars and restaurants across town beckon with their creative takes on this classic drink on what’s known as the world-famous Margarita Mile. Make “salt or no salt” the ice-breaking question of your post-meeting and take your team on this only-in-Dallas sipping experience.
Dallas’ Claim To Margarita Fame
Dallas coined the frozen margarita in 1971 when restaurateur Mariano Martinez retrofitted a soft-serve machine to serve this ultimate chilled cocktail on the fly. Then, from that delicious day forward, Mariano’s Hacienda has been the revered birthplace of the frozen margarita, forever freezing in time Dallas’ claim to America’s favorite cocktail. And this title isn’t taken lightly. Your team won’t get a true taste of Dallas until they sip on this city’s iconic history.
Margaritas Taste Better By The Mile
One way to end your meeting on an even higher note is by taking your team along the famous Margarita Mile. It’s a free self-guided tour of the best margaritas the city has to offer served at some of the best restaurants in town. This legendary tasting tour takes you through the city center and beyond, with a few stops in some of Dallas’ most thriving and culturally interesting neighborhoods. Be sure to take advantage of the McKinney Avenue Trolley that runs right through the heart of Margarita Mile territory.
Sips Just Steps Away
If your group can’t make the whole mile you’re in luck. Plenty of Margarita Mile bars and restaurants are just a quick walk from the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas, so you can still get your sip on just steps away from the main event. Head over to Cafe Herrera at the Omni hotel and try the Maximo Margarita—a blood orange inspired drink with a black sea salt rim. Or take your team to try the Sunset Dreams drink at the Sweet Tooth Hotel. This passion fruit, peach, citrus margarita makes the perfect pairing with their interactive art exhibitions. With plenty of other walkable stops near the convention center, The Margarita Mile makes the perfect addition to your post-meeting agenda.
Spice Up Your Night
With stops all over town, The Margarita Mile is a great way to get to know some of Dallas’ most-happening neighborhoods. Take your team to Deep Ellum, where a few of the Mile’s spots sit right near Elm Street. At Electric Shuffle, your group can synergize over electric shuffleboard and this restaurant’s standout margarita: The Spicy Lucy. Or head to the art centric cocktail bar Ruins for live music and their classic drink: the Diabólico.
The Icebreaker You Can Sip On
In Dallas the impossible becomes possible. And when it comes to margaritas they don’t mess around. From private rooms with special menus, to private trolley rides, to just dropping in for a drink, The Margarita Mile can be whatever your team makes of it. Whether you mix margs into your meeting or stop by to top off the night, this experience is a great way to get a unique taste of Dallas. So come thirsty!
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