Fran Mathers
OWNER
Since 1985, I have loved having the opportunity to serve great food to our wonderful guests in Las Colinas. We've enjoyed the blessing of making new friends daily and treasuring the friendships of Irving and Dallas residents who have been "regulars" for years. This restaurant has become "my life" and my joy. Thank all of you for the privilege of hosting your business dinners, birthday celebrations, wedding feasts, and quiet nights out. We're honored that you've chosen to spend time with us. We will always work to earn that privilege.

Daniel Sparks
General Manager
Joining Via Reál in 2017, I quickly fell in love with a culture that goes beyond simply taking care of guests. Via Reál creates memorable experiences for everyone who walks through its beautiful wooden doors. I truly believe this dedication to hospitality is the secret behind our 40+ years of success. It has been a privilege to grow alongside this team, from my start as a server, through management and business operations, to now stepping into the General Manager role. I am incredibly excited for what the future holds. Here’s to the next 40 years!

Tony Leal
Assistant General Manager
I came to the U.S. When I was 17 years old with lots of goals and dreams. Via Real welcomed me in 2011 as a server assistant, giving me a chance to learn about the industry and train as a server and party server. A decade later, I am a floor manager leading a team that's dedicated to welcoming guests into our beautiful family. My ultimate goal is to make each and every guest happy with quality food and service. I take pride in directing my staff to provide a warm and inviting atmosphere, making guests feel like they're at home. Thank you for choosing us to host your special occasions, and we look forward to seeing you soon.

Matt McElhannon
Director of Operations
"The Son-in-Law"
Ciara Ronasi
Events Manager
Born and raised in Irving, I’ve always had a special place in my heart for this community, so planting my roots and raising my family here was incredibly important to me. Outside of being the Events Manager, I’m a proud wife and mama to two sweet boys, Clark and Reed. My love for planning events doesn’t stop at work! I’m always dreaming up the next fun, creative, and over-the-top parties for my boys, nieces, and nephews! With almost 20 years in the industry, I can confidently say I’ve never seen a restaurant quite like Via Real! The ambiance, attention to detail, and passion for creating memorable experiences make it truly something special that I’m blessed to be a part of. It’s truly an honor to play a small part in your biggest celebrations, and I look forward to making each one unforgettable!

Isabel Hoyos
Front Desk Lead

Francisco Perez
Chef / Back of House Manager