Dining at the Arboretum
Seated Tea
Complete your Dallas Arboretum experience with a seasonal and delicious three-course tea set amid the festive ambiance of the beautiful DeGolyer Tea Room. Seated Tea is only available to guests 10 and older. Reservations required. Gluten free and vegan options available with advance notice.
Lula Mae Slaughter Dining Terrace
Open daily | 10am–4pm
Service provided by Gil’s Elegant Catering
The dining terrace offers a quick, convenient, “sandwich counter” experience for guests who want to grab something simple or a glass of wine or cold beer and enjoy it “al fresco” with a view of A Tasteful Place, White Rock Lake and downtown Dallas in the distance. Gluten free, vegan, and dairy free options available.
Café on the Green
Monday – Friday: 10:30am – 2:00pm
Saturday – Sunday: 10:30am – 3:00pm
Located along the Paseo, Café on the Green features casual outdoor dining for the whole family to enjoy. Gluten free, vegan, and dairy free options available.
Restaurant DeGolyer
Open daily | 11am–3pm
Located at the heart of the Arboretum, Restaurant DeGolyer resides within the historic DeGolyer House. Guests can choose to enjoy lunch on the outdoor loggia or opt for indoor seating in the DeGolyer Tea Room. Please note that seating in the tea room is reserved for guests aged 13 and older. Outdoor seating includes cooling fans for warmer days and heaters for cooler days, ensuring your comfort in any weather. Gluten free, vegan, and dairy free options available.
Paseo Bites
Open during good weather, this convenient food station is on the Paseo near the Gift Cart.
Picnic Spots
The Arboretums stunning green grass, relaxed, tranquil atmosphere, and natural setting invite individuals, families and children to sit down and share a picnic. Visitors are invited to order food to-go and picnic anywhere on the grounds (except in restaurants) or bring your own food to enjoy in the garden.