Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Celebrating 54 Years of Farm-to-Table Excellence
Celebration Restaurant has been a cornerstone of Dallas dining since 1971, founded by Ed Lowe with a vision to create a welcoming space for family and friends through fresh, locally sourced comfort food. Our commitment to farm-to-table principles began in the 1970s when Ed established relationships with local farmers, ensuring the highest quality ingredients. Over 54 years, we've evolved while maintaining our core values of affordability, hospitality, and culinary excellence. Our catering division, launched in 1994, extends this tradition to corporate events, weddings, and private gatherings across DFW.With multiple dining rooms accommodating intimate and large groups, we blend historic charm with modern service standards. Our team's dedication to exceptional experiences has earned us over 2,900 five-star reviews, reflecting our mission to serve good food to good people in a comfortable atmosphere. Recognized as Dallas' original farm-to-table restaurant, we continue innovating while honoring our roots through anniversary specials and family recipes passed down for decades.
Services
Farm-to-Table Dining
Catering Services
Private Dining Rooms
Curbside Pickup
Outdoor Seating
Details
- Year established: 1971
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1971 with deep local roots
- Pioneering farm-to-table practices for 50+ years
- Award-winning catering for 300+ companies annually
- Multiple private dining spaces for groups up to 76
- Consistently top-rated with 4.6 stars from 2,987 reviews
What people say
Fresh and flavorful
Impeccable service
Consistently delicious
Perfect atmosphere
Best fried okra
Services
Farm-to-Table Dining
Celebration Restaurant pioneered Dallas' farm-to-table movement with daily fresh produce from regional farmers. Our menus feature seasonal ingredients in classic American dishes like chicken fried chicken and pecan-crusted chicken. Every meal emphasizes sustainability and local sourcing while maintaining affordability, with signature dishes unchanged since 1971. This approach ensures consistent quality that has earned us 4.6 stars across 2,987 reviews.
Catering Services
Celebration Catering serves Dallas-Fort Worth with customized farm-to-table events since 1994. Our team handles everything from corporate lunches for 50 to weddings for 76 guests, using the same fresh ingredients as our restaurant. Certified staff provides service, bartending, and coordination with preferred venues. Clients praise our attention to detail, with 300+ companies relying on us annually for breakfast meetings, luncheons, and special events.
Private Dining
Our historic Dallas location offers six private dining rooms accommodating groups of 11-76 guests. Combining three original houses with modern additions, these spaces host rehearsal dinners, birthday parties, and corporate events. Features include wood-burning fireplaces, outdoor patios, and historic charm while maintaining modern amenities. Reservations require 24-48 hour notice with credit card guarantee for parties over 20 guests.
Curbside Pickup
Celebration Restaurant offers convenient curbside pickup for lunch and dinner orders placed online or by phone. Customers receive text notifications upon order readiness, with staff delivering meals directly to vehicles. This service maintains our quality standards while providing flexibility for busy schedules. Popular for family meals and office catering, it extends our farm-to-table philosophy to off-site dining.
Outdoor Seating
Our west patio features a stone waterfall, seasonal wisteria, and climate-controlled comfort with fireplaces and misters. The pet-friendly bar patio offers casual seating with the same menu as indoor dining. This space combines natural beauty with practical amenities like heaters for winter and misters for summer, creating year-round appeal that reviewers consistently highlight as a standout feature.
People
Ed Lowe
Founder
Founded Celebration Restaurant in 1971 after working with local farmers to source fresh ingredients. Pioneered Dallas' farm-to-table movement and established the restaurant's core values of quality and community. Remained actively involved until his passing, remembered for his dedication to customer relationships and culinary excellence.
Shannon Galvan
President, Marketing
Leads marketing and advertising initiatives while overseeing food operations. Continues Ed Lowe's legacy through strategic brand development and community engagement. Focuses on maintaining the restaurant's authentic atmosphere while adapting to modern dining expectations.
Denise Marsh
Business Manager
Manages donation requests and accounts receivable. Ensures operational efficiency while maintaining the restaurant's community-focused values. Serves as key contact for private dining inquiries and special event coordination.
Anna Soliz
Catering Sales Manager
Coordinates Celebration Catering's event services, handling over 250 corporate and private events annually. Organizes menu tastings and works directly with clients to customize farm-to-table experiences. Maintains the catering division's reputation for reliability and quality.
Questions
Does Celebration Restaurant offer curbside pickup?
Yes, we offer curbside pickup for lunch and dinner orders placed online or by phone at (214) 351-5681. Staff will deliver your order directly to your vehicle upon arrival.
Can I make reservations for private dining?
Yes, we accommodate private dining for groups of 11+. Please complete our online inquiry form or call (214) 351-5681 for reservations. Expect 24-48 hour response time.
Do you cater outside Dallas?
Our typical catering radius is 45 minutes from Dallas. We occasionally accommodate further distances - contact our catering team at (214) 351-2456 to discuss specific locations.
Are there gluten-free options available?
Yes, we offer a large gluten-free menu section. Servers can guide you through safe options for dietary restrictions while maintaining our farm-to-table standards.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept all major credit cards and cash. Gift certificates are available for purchase through our website for special occasions or corporate gifting.
Do you have outdoor seating?
Yes, we feature two patios including a west patio with stone waterfall and climate controls. The pet-friendly bar patio offers casual outdoor dining year-round.
Reviews (4)
J. M.
Jun 10, 2022
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Great southern home food, farm to table restaurant. Has been great for decades. The homemade breads and croutons alone are worth it. Some of the best fried chicken, and chicken fried steak in the area.
Brandon S.
Jun 06, 2022
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Amazing service and delicious food! Will definitely be back soon. I recommend the walnut crusted chicken.
Larry Ray Reed
May 26, 2022
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Flavor: A Service: A Tea: A Solo dining: A The homemade assortment of bread will wow you from the beginning - and you're only getting started. Then there's delicious homemade salad dressing. And perfectly fried okra. And surprisingly great ham and Lima beans. But the star of the show for me was the chicken fried steak with jalapeno cream gravy. The steak was tender, juicy, not gristly or greasy, and flavorful.
Someone really knows what they're doing there (although I wish the batter stuck to the meat a little better). The jalapeno cream gravy, though, really sealed the deal with its unique but not-too-spicy flavor. If only I had room for dessert, I would've wanted to try that too. This place is definitely going on my must-visit list when I'm in Dallas.
Someone really knows what they're doing there (although I wish the batter stuck to the meat a little better). The jalapeno cream gravy, though, really sealed the deal with its unique but not-too-spicy flavor. If only I had room for dessert, I would've wanted to try that too. This place is definitely going on my must-visit list when I'm in Dallas.
John Bordy
May 13, 2022
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Had a great dinner here last night. Everything was great! My wife really liked the fried chicken dinner and I enjoyed the chicken St Caroline. The rolls in the bread basket were delicious and were piping hot. The ranch dressing was above average. I liked that we were able to choose three sides. I thought the mashed potatoes were a bit runny, but they were tasty. I liked the squash, but my favorite side was the collard greens. Service was awesome here. I think this place is a really good value considering the quality and quantity of food they serve.
