The Mansion on Turtle Creek: Elegance redefined.

You're about to close the biggest account of your career. The client is stopping over in Dallas on his way to Taiwan. A conversation over lunch will make or break the deal. Where do you schedule the meeting?

(A) A concession stand at D/FW. (B) The parking lot of a convenience store. (C) The Mansion on Turtle Creek. Of course, "B" is the answer. This client happens to like Slim Jims better than lobster tacos.

But if the client were dealing with a full deck of cards, "C" would be the optimum choice.

Dean Fearing's dining room is the choice for discriminating travelers and locals who appreciate the finest.

There are many reasons the accolades …