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The Margarita Mile: Dallas’s Premier Frozen‑Margarita Tour

Important Update: The Margarita Mile is now a seasonal, self‑guided tour. We’re pausing operations for Dallas’s brief winter break. The app will be unavailable starting September 30, 2021, but we’ll return on National Margarita Day, February 22, 2022—with a fresh celebration. Learn more.

In 1971, restaurateur Mariano Martinez pioneered the first frozen‑margarita machine, cementing Dallas as the “Official Home of the Frozen Margarita.” Today, the city’s vibrant bar scene offers a curated selection of the finest frozen cocktails, all spotlighted in the Margarita Mile.

The Margarita Mile: Dallas’s Premier Frozen‑Margarita Tour

We’ve hand‑picked more than a dozen top‑rated restaurants and bars from Uptown and Deep Ellum to East Dallas, ensuring you can sample the city’s best margs in one easy trek.

*Although the name suggests a single mile, the true scope of our tour spans Texas‑wide distances—but that’s all part of the adventure.

Ready to start? Follow these steps:

1. Download the App

The Margarita Mile app—available on the Apple Store and Google Play—maps every stop and provides detailed profiles of each signature margarita. Check‑in at each venue for a chance to win exclusive Dallas swag.

2. Sip Safely

Plan your route with our free transportation guide, or use rideshare services and DART to navigate the city comfortably and responsibly.

3. Keep Exploring

When you’re ready for more, revisit MargaritaMileDallas.com for updated listings, partner venues, and tips to enrich your next Dallas visit.

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