
Paine has experience in fine dining establishments like Eleven Madison Park in New York City and most recently worked for Exxir Hospitality in Bishop Arts, but it’s at The Crescent Hotel where he gets to really show off. Paine oversees two hotel restaurants: Emilia’s – one of 16 nominees for Best New Restaurant of the Year – and The Blue Room, an opulent fine dining experience featuring New American dishes with next-level presentation not found anywhere else in Fort Worth. Paine’s restaurant philosophy: refined food, detailed service, and encouraging guests to linger over a meal with loved ones.
We are thrilled to announce that The Blue Room has been nominated for Best New Restaurant at the 2025 CultureMap Fort Worth Tastemaker Awards! The winner will be revealed at the exclusive event on Wednesday, April 23, from 7-9 pm at The 4 Eleven.
Stay tuned for the exciting reveal!