Desirably Unique. Desirably Undefined. "A New Vision for Midtown." ~ Dahlia is located in the brand new Laneways Midtown, located across the new UpScale High Rise Drewery Place and soon to be Houston Midtown's first Hotel, Kimpton Hotel & Restaurants coming soon. #lifeinfullbloom
As we enter a new decade and welcome the year 2020 we would like to welcome you to escape from the average, as we introduce you Houston’s newest hybrid venue, Dahlia. Located in the heart of midtown, now dubbed Laneways Midtown. A breathtaking unique concept, designed with you in mind. Catering to those who seek more than just a night out. For those who seek experience. Something for everyone to enjoy against a backdrop of 9,000 square feet of intimate chic.
We are here to bring you uniquely crafted cocktails, over the top presentation, vibrant interchanging pop-up kitchens & food trucks, energetic atmosphere and of course spectacular service. Dahlia will have something for every taste. The decor blends aspects of old world blended with modern industrial accents and Instagrammable element.
In "A New Vision for Midtown." ~ Dahlia is located in the brand new Laneways Midtown, located across the new UpScale High Rise Drewery Place and soon to be Houston Midtown's first Hotel.
“Explore the unordinary and join us this 2020 as Dahlia unravels its petals and blooms.”
Design & Concept
Thomas Kolodzieg - Dahlia, Kolodziej’s sixth entertainment venue embodies a high energy party bar atmosphere, yet still possesses the attributes of your favorite neighborhood lounge. The decor blends old world charm with modern and industrial accents creating monumental eclectic ambiance. Kolodziej’s design concepts uphold an unparalleled amount of innovation and originality through out his establishments.
Director of Operations
Mike Leitner - formerly Bourbon Drinkery, Present Company, Midtown Drinkery, Tipsy Clover. Leitner. Camera. Action. If you are from the service industry, you know Mike. After years of success in the nightlife industry, Mike has become the center point of “fun”, which remains still now, as his number one goal at this venue!
Beverage Director
Andrew Grala - Originally from Cleveland, Ohio. Andrew moved to Houston 14 years ago. In that time, there’s no facet of the hospitality industry that he hasn't touched. He started his career in fine dining and running wine programs, in the last 10 years, he has worked with Houston’s finest industry members from craft cocktail bars, high volume nightclubs, a world renowned whiskey bar to hosting private events across the city.
About the Menu
When asked about the vision of the beverage program for Dahlia, Grala responded with, “There are so many amazing cocktail programs operating in this city at any given time. What we are trying to accomplish is to create a fun spirited menu that holds merit, while not being taken so seriously. We are not trying to reinvent the wheel, but everything has been carefully thought out and has traction.”
Marketing Director - PR
Chris Amez - Owner of We Own the Night, Partner of Raising the Steaks & RTB Event Group, formerly with The Kirby Group, Taps House of Beer, Glasshouse & part of the current Ownership at Vara’s on 45. Chris has dabbled in everything that has to do with Houston Industry, and is excited for this next chapter that is taking place in HTX.
Cocktail & Floor Managers
Tyler Terry & Dante - Tyler comes from BASE Nightclub where he helped manage the floor and bottle service girls to a T. Tyler is up Dante worked at Cle for 2 yrs as a VIP host and mainly focused on bringing clients into the venue, while building a rapport with them & ensuring repeat business.
Entertainment
DJ Bizz - Long standing DJ in Houston, TX. Worked everywhere, you don’t know Houston Nightlife, if you don’t know the name “DJ Bizz”.
Branding
Raydon Creative - The creative team behind branding at MAD Houston, Masraff’s, TIFI & many more businesses in Houston! They truly help a place’s vision come alive, and shall we say, Bloom!
Sebastian “Mrd” Boileau - Dahlia is Custom Designed and masterfully painted by his French artist Sebastian and his Eyeful Art Murals and Designs team for the upcoming new Dahlia opening in Midtown Houston, right next to his iconic God Spray Painting Mural that just celebrated a half a decade.
Laneways Midtown - Caydon, one of Australia's leading lifestyle developers, presents a new vision for Houston, inspired by the iconic streets of Melbourne. High-rise multi-family residences, condominiums, a boutique hotel, food and beverage outlets, health and wellbeing offerings, green spaces and laneways will all come together in a beautiful mix of culture and community in the heart of midtown. Only half a mile from Downtown you’ll soon discover an innovative epicenter with METRORail, Texas Medical Center and life’s must-haves on your doorstep.
Flower Hour - To go with our weekly happy hour specials, we will have a female only happy “power” hour from 6pm to 7pm on nights to be announced.
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