Charlie Palmer at The Joule
(214) 261-4600
1530 Main St
(at Akard (in the Joule Hotel))
Dallas,
TX
75201
32.7806
-96.7986
Neighborhood: Historic District
Hours:
Sun-Thu 5.30-10pm
Fri-Sat 5.30pm-11pm
Price:
$$$$
Parking:
Valet
Last updated 1.30.09
What People Are Saying About Charlie Palmer at The Joule
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The Scene
Inspired by Texas' status as the nation's top producer of wind energy, world-renowned restaurant designer, Adam D. Tihany incorporates a 'breezy' themed decor. Giant turbines spin leisurely above diners while walls featuring walnut vertical screens lined in amber-toned silk represent wind vents. Earthy amber and rustic red tones create a rugged, yet contemporary, ambiance. Service, like the decor, has a down-to-earth but upscale excellence. The electronic wine list captured in a notebook lets diners scan through the 700+ wines by varietal, vintage or region.
The Food
Sweet rosy beet in a layered gateau with creamy goat cheese is as tasty as it is picture perfect. Sauteed foie gras paired with heirloom apple is deliciously large enough to share. The dry aged New York sirloin cooked to a flawless medium rare will rival any top steakhouse in Texas. Desserts such as the wicked chocolate peanut butter bar take the cake.
Hits: Diners may customize their meal by ordering individual sides such as quinoa with dried fruit and fresh herbs, trumpet mushrooms sautéed in brown butter or steak fries with béarnaise.
Misses: The 80s and 90s soft rock music playing through the sound system seemed out of place in the elegant setting.
User Reviews
KurtWvS
June 18, 2009
I have just personally tried this upscale downtown restaurant recently and highly recommend it! I think it’s among Dallas’ high-end restaurants, the Charlie Palmer restaurant is excellent—go check it out when you get the chance. You can find it inside the Joule Hotel across from the Iron Cactus south of the original Neiman Markus store on Main Street. I would say that by “celebrity chef standards,” Charlie Palmer does keep its flame burning red-hot due to their attention to detail in more than just the area of grub. And according to the feedback I hear from my friends, this place surpasses all expectations consistently! I told someone recently that it’s as serious as a migraine, only in a good way—yup, a very positive dining experience. Ya gotta try the lobster corndogs and man.. the dry-aged NY sirloin with bone marrow flan was a carnivore’s delight. I noticed that D Magazine rates this particular dry aged steak (BTW: they age them right there on the property..) thee very best steak in Dallas. My wife enjoyed the blue cheese crusted filet mignon. We both loved the Hen of the Woods, the Trumpet Royale and the Cremini Oxtail Ragout mushrooms! You can probably tell that I’m no high-brow snooty connoisseur or “foodie” per se, but I would call what the Charlie Palmer puts out, very straightforward Progressive American. And this superb cuisine that would please a real connoisseur is served with top notch professional service. Our wait help was very attentive, personable, and awake on more than one level. How does one pronounce the name of the hotel where it’s located? Basically, just like you would a precious “jewel” in English but the word comes from how electric power is measured—that’s why the décor deals with wind, turbines etc. Very fitting theme—fully energetic! —Kurt W. von Schleicher
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kurtwvs
June 16, 2009
I have just personally tried this upscale downtown restaurant and highly recommend it! Among Dallas’ high-end restaurants, the Charlie Palmer restaurant is ueber-excellent in every way. You can find it inside the Joule Hotel across from the Iron Cactus south of the original Neiman Markus store on Main. I would say that by “celebrity chef standards,” Charlie Palmer does keep its flame burning red-hot, because what we hear from our guests it surpasses all expectation consistently! It’s as serious as a migraine, only in a good way--a very positive dining experience. You really must try the lobster corndog and the dry-aged NY sirloin with bone marrow flan. D Magazine rates this dry aged steak thee very best steak in Dallas. My wife enjoyed the blue cheese crusted filet mignon. And we both loved the Hen of the Woods, the Trumpet Royale and the Cremini Oxtail Ragout mushrooms! I call the Charlie Palmer very straightforward Progressive American. The superb cuisine is served with the best of service—very attentive and awake. You basically pronounce the name of the hotel just like you would a precious “jewel” in English and the word comes from how electric power is measured—very fitting. Fully alive! —Kurt W. von Schleicher
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remingtonseafood
December 09, 2008
My wife and I celebrated our first anniversary there last night, and Charlie Palmers exceeded our expectations. Our waiter, Nathan, was professional, knowlegable, and clearly well trained. Somehow, the staff managed to time every course perfectly. The lobster corn dog amuse was creative and executed perfectly, as was the complimentary, chef prepared charcuterie appetizer. We were visited by the sous chef, which of course, made us feel special. The buffalo mozzarella raviolis were wonderful. If you are a foi gras fan, do not miss theirs, which was seared atop an apple tart with two sauces. They said the dry aged sirloin was 14 oz, but it was really at least 16 oz. It, as well, was perfect. My wife's Surf and Swine was also just as wonderful. Where do I stop? The fingerling potatoes, hen of the woods mushrooms were also very well executed, and the portions are generous. The sorbet assortment and complimentary candy and truffles were also fantastic. They even sent us home with homemade gingersnap cookies! I have dined at plenty of 4 and 5 star restaurants from NYC to New Orleans, and I will tell you that Charlie Palmers defines fine dining. We repeatedly told Nathan how fantastic everything was. At one point, he was bold enough to tell us, "We know what we're doing here at Charlie Palmers". We couldn't agree more. By the way, I am in no way affiliated with this restaurant. I just get excited when I experience fine dining at it's best.
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The Extras:
If you can't decide between the selection of pies from the display case, ask the staff to cut up tasting portions of three flavors for you.
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Payment Methods:
American Express, Travelers Check, Gift Certificate, Diners Club, Visa, Discover, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Family-Friendly Dining, Quiet, Private Rooms, Date Spot, Hotel Restaurants, Romantic Dining, Special Occasion Dining, Fine Dining, Outdoor Dining, Notable Chef, Historic Setting, Theater District Dining, Online Reservations, Group Dining, Dine At The Bar, Notable Wine List
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Smoking Permitted:
Patio only
