Ghost Donkey and Palma just opened in the heart of Deep Ellum, and they are both such a vibe! This concept hails from NYC and is bringing a vibrant atmosphere to the area with agave-forward cocktails and Tex-Asian fusion dishes!
Updated May 2025
GHOST DONKEY SPEAKEASY
Ghost Donkey is a mezcal and tequila bar that started in NYC and has made its way to cities like Melbourne, Auckland, and now Dallas! This neon-lit speakeasy is all about agave-forward cocktails, shareable bites like carne asada tacos and shrimp ceviche, and a festive atmosphere filled with Latin music, twinkle lights, and even a life-sized floral donkey. Enjoy some of the best agave spirits in a fun, lively atmosphere!
PALMA RESTAURANT
Right next door is Palma, a Tulum-inspired escape in the middle of the city. With its resort-style design, indoor-outdoor seating, a massive patio, palm trees, and an animated mural wall, it’s a stunning space perfect to post up for a while! Plus, they have happy hour Mon-Sat 10am-8pm and all day Sunday!
THEIR TEX-ASIAN MENU
Inspired by Asian and Southwestern influences, Palma’s menu features dishes like classic and specialty maki rolls, burgers, Tex-Asian shareables, banh mi cheesesteaks, and galbi short ribs! We tried:
🌶️ Cheech + Chong
🍹 Mai Thai
🧀 Hatch Chile Queso
🍟 Yummy Fries
🥗 Palma House Salad
🍣 Macha Maki
🍔 Palma Smashburger
