What's Happening?
Stay Darlin', a new western cocktail and wine bar, has opened in the Knox-Henderson area of Dallas. Originally launched as Darlin', the bar underwent a name change due to a legal notice. The establishment is a collaboration between Houston operators Bronson
Gutierrez and Adonis Graham and Dallas' HattenLuke Hospitality Group. The bar features a cowgirl-inspired theme with decor including forest green floral wallpaper, a fireplace, and felt hats by Ken Randall. The menu offers a variety of cocktails and dishes, with highlights such as the Pretty in Pink cocktail and Luke's Hot Chicken. The bar has quickly become popular, drawing lines on weekends.
Why It's Important?
The opening of Stay Darlin' reflects a growing trend in Dallas towards embracing western and cowboy aesthetics, which is becoming increasingly popular in the city's hospitality scene. This trend is not only influencing the decor and themes of new establishments but also their culinary offerings. The success of Stay Darlin' could encourage more businesses to adopt similar themes, potentially boosting local tourism and the economy. Additionally, the collaboration between Houston and Dallas operators highlights a regional partnership that could lead to further business ventures and cultural exchanges between the two cities.











