Looking for a swanky, sexy cool place to enjoy a cocktail before dinner, or a nightcap after in Southlake? Then look no further than the new patio lounge at Calabrese Italian Restaurant.
Shawn Horne, Calabrese Southlake’s Director of Good Times and Leisure, has personally curated the funky, new “in” spot you’ll want to check out this spring, summer and all year round. Shawn has hand-picked the “Sopra Bellas” team and these beautiful personalities have been training on not only mixology, but also sommelier-level wine training.
To give guests an elevated experience inside Calabrese, the second floor deck has been designed with a high-end lounge atmosphere, with a louvered roof that opens to reveal the beautiful skies on starlit evenings. The windows open for an al fresco experience, with screens providing protection while you enjoy the romantic feel of cool breezes and sip a cocktail. This self-contained patio also features full heating and air conditioning for those times when the weather is a little more extreme.
The patio has had soundproofing added, making it an ideal rental spot for all types of parties, special events and corporate activities. The sound absorbers will allow for those deep conversations with your next "Mr. Right“ or your next "Mr. Right Now” to be audible and ensure you do not miss something important, like an invitation to have dinner in the lovely Calabrese dining room.
Shawn curated all the furniture, working with a local design group called Zilli. The vibe is dark, loungey and hip, with lots of gold and brass accents, completed by blacks and soft browns. You can sit at the bar or one of the conversation sofas with side tables for your drinks and light bar snacks easily within reach. There’s also a table for 12 in the middle of the room. While enjoying your evening out, you can transition from the bar to the dining room to the outside, all depending on your mood and what you find to be most conducive to your party or date night.
You can also have your own special drink created from the patio’s mobile bar cart. In the mood for a smoky old fashioned? No problem, the Calabrese staff can create one for you. The bar cart will also be used for drink demos and cocktail training classes.
Most evenings you can get down to the sounds of the house DJ, while an events calendar will highlight special entertainment nights when a magician, musicians or visiting comedians will stop by for a boisterous and fun set.
For those with the most discerning of tastes, the patio will offer a very high end bottle service program, along with first press and cult wines from a global wine list, and incredible champagne choices by the glass. The bar will be stocked with premium and ultra-premium labels for those who are looking for a quality, smart cocktail.
Reservations are recommended. To make your reservation, or to request more information, email shawnh@calabresetx.com.
Looking for a swanky, sexy cool place to enjoy a cocktail before dinner, or a nightcap after in Southlake? Then look no further than the new patio lounge at Calabrese Italian Restaurant.