The Charles
A nightly eatery where Italian design and cuisine are interpreted through a Texas lens.
Dallas · Fort Worth
Hospitality first.
Restaurants, bars and stays where design, culinary craft and genuine connection meet.
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Duro Hospitality
At Duro Hospitality, everything begins with a simple belief: hospitality first. Rooted in a deep respect for design, culinary craft, and genuine connection, we create spaces that invite people in, and experiences that stay with them long after they leave.
Based in the heart of Dallas, our portfolio spans a wide variety of concepts, each with its own point of view but united by a shared standard: thoughtful detail, enduring quality, and a sense of place that feels both transportive and familiar.
Our passion lives at the intersection of food, storytelling, and atmosphere. It's in the way a room is lit, the rhythm of a dining experience, the energy of a bar late into the evening. We're driven by the idea that hospitality, at its best, is immersive: effortless on the surface, intentional in every layer.
As we continue to evolve and grow, our focus remains the same: to build concepts that resonate, that feel distinctly of the moment, and create a lasting impression.
2020Founded in Dallas
0Concepts & counting
0Michelin recommended
0Cities · Dallas & Fort Worth
01 — 03
What we build
Defining dining,
Defining dining,
design & destination
in Dallas.
01 Dining
From the original Italian-inspired steakhouse of The Charles, to our latest venture of the Western-leaning Japanese perspective of Norman's Japanese Grill, each concept carries its own distinct point of view, yet all are grounded in a shared philosophy.
See the concepts02 Design
Our work spans operations, concept development, and design, shaped by the belief that how a place feels matters just as much as what's served. Interiors by Sees Design, the nationally recognized firm led by founding partners Corbin and Ross See, anchor each concept in a strong narrative and a distinct sense of place.
Our capabilities03 Destination
At Duro, hospitality comes first. We bring together visionary chefs, an award-winning design team, and experienced service experts to create spaces that don't just look beautiful or taste exceptional: they feel unforgettable. The result is a collection of experiences designed to resonate deeply, turning guests into loyalists and moments into something worth coming back for.
Meet the team
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The concepts
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The collection.
Duro Hospitality is a collection of hospitality concepts spanning Dallas & Fort Worth. Our portfolio currently includes The Charles, Sister, Café Duro, Casa Duro, El Carlos Elegante, Mister Charles, The Chumley House, Norman's Japanese Grill and Scilla.
The Charles
Design DistrictItalian-inspired eatery · Dallas
Norman's Japanese Grill
Oak LawnJapanese grill · Dallas
Recommended 2025
El Carlos Elegante
Design DistrictMexico City–inspired eatery · Dallas
Recommended 2025
Mister Charles
Knox / HendersonFrench & Italian restaurant and bar · Dallas
Scilla
Preston CenterCoastal Italian · Dallas
Cafe Duro
Lower GreenvilleEuropean-style street café & wine shop · Dallas
The Chumley House
Camp BowieEuropean-inspired steakhouse · Fort Worth
Sister
Lower GreenvilleNeighborhood trattoria · Dallas
Michelin Key 2025
Casa Duro
Lower GreenvilleBoutique stay · three apartments · Dallas
Coming SoonDallas, Texas
Next
In the worksExciting new projects from Duro Hospitality coming soon. Stay in the know on upcoming Duro Hospitality projects.
Recognition
Two Michelin-recommended restaurants. One Michelin Key.
We're proud to announce that two of our concepts, Mister Charles and El Carlos Elegante, have been named 2024 and 2025 MICHELIN Guide Texas Recommended Restaurants, in addition to our hotel concept, Casa Duro, being awarded a MICHELIN Guide 2025 Key.
CapabilitiesConcepts &
Concepts &
capabilities.
Our work spans operations, concept development, and design. We approach each project collaboratively, with an emphasis on intention, detail, and consistency over time.
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Operations
With over 30 years of combined experience, Duro Hospitality brings a thoughtful and energetic approach to hospitality operations. Duro is a lifestyle aspiring to create memorable experiences for guests by delivering authentic and attentive service.
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Development
Duro Hospitality has extensive experience in developing real estate and project managing all aspects of hospitality development. With a specific focus on hospitality, including restaurants, bars, and hotels, our group also has experience in developing multi-family and residential properties.
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Consulting
With over 40 years of perfecting all aspects of hospitality concepts, Duro Hospitality understands better than anyone else what it takes to build and run a successful business. Whether consulting on concepting, managing, or design, the Duro Hospitality team is an expert in sharing its formula for success.
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Our teamThe people
The people
behind Duro.
Duro Hospitality is a Dallas-based hospitality group focused on building thoughtful, lasting concepts across the hospitality industry. Founded in 2020, it's currently headed by partners Benji Homsey, Chas Martin, J Chastain, and Corbin See and Ross See of Sees Design.
The group brings together a range of perspectives across hospitality, design, and culinary development. Click any portrait to read their story, their ideal final supper, and their dream dinner guest.
Featured in
Press.
At Duro Hospitality, we believe story and craft go hand in hand. From restaurants and bars to boutique hotel concepts, our Dallas-based group generates media attention for its blend of design, culinary finesse, and elevated guest experience.
- Jun 2026
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PaperCity - May 2026
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Travel + Leisure - Apr 2026
Restaurant Reboots: The Charles facelift may be the most dramatic on this list
Dallas Voice - Apr 2026
Our 4 Favorite Dallas Restaurants Right Now
Modern Luxury - Mar 2026
Dallas Restaurant The Charles Debuts a New Design and Updated Menu
Nation's Restaurant News - Mar 2026
The Best Focaccia in Dallas
D Magazine - Mar 2026
Where to Eat in Dallas: March 2026
CultureMap - 2026
Seven Southern Restaurants Reimagining Caviar
Garden & Gun - 2026
All Eyes Are on Dallas This Summer
Texas Highways - 2026
Fire, Form, Forever Cool: How The Charles Enters a New Chapter in Dining
Curated Texan
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Private events
Host your next evening with us.
Book your next private event at The Charles, Bar Charles, El Carlos Elegante, or Mister Charles. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, an intimate dinner, a company party, or just looking for a private, exclusive experience, our team will curate an evening you won't forget.
Gift cards
Give the gift of Duro.
Send a digital gift card instantly, any time, any place, for any occasion. Prefer a tangible touch? Pick up a physical card at any of our concepts. Gift cards are redeemable across the Duro Hospitality family.
Careers
A people-first culture.
Duro Hospitality is a people-first culture. We give employees access to a number of benefits, including company-wide perks, access to full health insurance coverage, bonuses, incentive plans, and leadership training.
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Take Duro home.
Merchandise, pantry and objects from across the Duro family, from The Charles to Norman's Japanese Grill.
