Sevy’s Grill has closed after serving the Park Cities community for three decades. The closure decision was announced long time back. More recently, the owner also conducted a GoFundMe campaign to support the restaurant’s staff.
Sevy’s Grill Closed After 30 Years in Dallas
Sevy’s Grill announced its closure in late 2025, according to Culture Map Dallas. The owner said negotiations for a fourth 10-year lease at Preston Sherry Plaza ended without an agreement that worked for both parties.
The restaurant said that it was unable to renew its lease due to a change in ownership of the property. Reports also indicated that rising rent contributed to the restaurant’s closure.
The restaurant remained open for several months after the announcement, giving longtime patrons an opportunity to visit before its final day. Sevy’s Grill closed June 27, 2026, ending nearly 30 years at 8201 Preston Road.
Amy Severson launched a GoFundMe targeting $100,000 to help all employees cover living expenses and job searches. The campaign received support from community members looking to help the restaurant’s staff through the transition.
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About the Park Cities Staple
Sevy’s Grill was opened in 1997 by chef Jim “Sevy” Severson and his wife Amy. It became a neighborhood restaurant in Dallas’ Preston Center. The restaurant was known for a warm welcoming atmosphere, good service, and free parking.
For about 30 years, Sevy’s Grill was a popular choice for work lunches, family dinners, celebrations, wine events, private dining and catering. It developed a loyal following throughout the Park Cities community.
The restaurant offered modern American food, with a focus on fresh and seasonal produce and wood BBQ. It also served a huge selection of lunch and dinner fare, including appetizers like Spicy Duck Flautas, Smoked Shrimp Cakes, Tomato Basil Goat Cheese Crostini and Crispy Calamari.
Fresh salads, sandwiches, and pasta were among the other options available to guests. Diners also enjoyed seafood and steak entrees such as Bay of Fundy salmon, Gulf shrimp and grits, almond-crusted sole, beef tenderloin filet, New York strip, lamb chops and Texas Kobe beef short rib.
The menu also featured house-made desserts, seasonal sorbets, and a dedicated kids’ menu. The restaurant left a lasting legacy of neighborhood hospitality, loyal staff, and decades of memorable dining experiences.
