Locations in Dallas: DrinkHere

2624 Commerce St. Downtown/Deep Ellum

214-939-9900

American, Bars and Clubs, Music Venues, Recommended, Best Of, Readers' Choice, DrinkHere

Adair’s Saloon is Deep Ellum’s outpost for what truly makes country music country. With frequent guest musicians representing the best of outlaw country from North Texas and around the nation, Adair’s boasts a honky tonk vibe in a dive bar atmosphere. The kitchen is open until 1:30 a.m. nightly offering some of the best bar burgers, sandwiches and wings for a surprisingly reasonable price. Be sure to grab a pen and leave your mark on the wall. Some may call it graffiti, but the good folks at Adair’s call it art.

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Alamo Club

1919 Greenville Ave. East Dallas & Lakewood

469-399-7600

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The Alamo Club feels like it’s always been a part of Lower Greenville despite having opened in 2019. Owner Austin Rogers can often be found running food, taking orders and sometimes bussing tables at the classy Dallas club. The Alamo Club is billed as a cozy spot fit for any occasion, a quiet date night, an outing with the family or drinks with friends. To make sure patrons don’t go hungry, Rogers enlisted the help of English chef Michale West. The menu is filled with mouth-watering apps for the table and entrees like the club cheese burger and the pot roast pappardelle.

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Alexandre's

4026 Cedar Springs Rd. Uptown/Oak Lawn

214-559-0720

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If you’re in the mood for drinks but don’t want to get wasted on vodka-crans, Alexandre’s is your spot. The long bar, comfortable seating and small stage give Alexandre’s the intimate feel of a speakeasy or jazz lounge. Plus, the knowledgeable team can whip up delicious craft cocktails such as mint julep, clover clubs and sidecars. On weekends, Alexandre’s showcases local talent with live music performances from local singers. Don't miss Cher-E-Oke every Sunday.

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Angry Dog

2726 Commerce St. Downtown/Deep Ellum

214-741-4406

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Is Angry Dog a restaurant or a bar? It's a great place to have some drinks while watching a game, get a good meal and hang out. So, a bar, right? Are good salads on the menu a disqualifier? What about a packed house when the Stars are in the playoffs? See? Tough call. So, we threw a dart at our Angry Dog Venn diagram and it landed on bars. The burgers, chili cheese dogs or club sandwiches are great for lunch or before a game over at the American Airlines Center or a show in Deep Ellum. Or just let Angry Dog be your only destination and you'll be well entertained, fed and, hopefully, buzzed.

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Apothecary

1922 Greenville Ave. East Dallas & Lakewood

972-850-9192

Fine Dining, Eclectic, DrinkHere

You will miss Apothecary the first time you attempt to visit. That’s part of its charm. This self-ascribed “avant-garde cocktail lounge” is a dark respite from the overwhelming elements of life. Here the world is shuttered out, the noise turned down to a delightful whisper. The mixologists here spend months crafting the recipes for each cocktail. Every server knows the menu inside and out and could narrate a documentary on each drink. The menu is seasonal and undergoes entire resets annually. In 2024, it went down the rabbit hole with an "Alice in Wonderland" theme and in 2025 it's a jaunt through the decades. When the '50s were the focus, a very dirty martini along with a plate of dirty martini deviled eggs made us want to get a bouffant pixie cut. Sister-concept and neighbor Rye, was awarded the Michelin Guide Texas 2024 Exceptional Cocktails Award in 2024. They know cocktails. Find out.

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Armoury D.E.

2714 Elm St. Downtown/Deep Ellum

972-803-5151

Hungarian, Critics' Pick, Best Of, Slideshow, Readers' Choice, Essentials, DrinkHere

When Armoury D.E. opened its doors in 2015, its mission was to offer some of the best cocktails, food and live music Deep Ellum had seen in years. The Armoury has stuck to what it knows best, offering a casual dining experience with a diverse selection of Hungarian comfort foods and other good stuff that doesn’t quite fit anywhere else. Be sure to ask about the burger of the week while you’re there. Also, venture out back to catch one of the free live shows, curated with a music taste as refined as the bar’s choice in booze.

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Atlas

408 N. Bishop Ave. Oak Cliff/South Dallas

214-983-8510

Continental, Bar Food, Best Of, DrinkHere

Atlas opened in 2021 in the Bishop Arts District with a global cocktail menu. The vibe here is come-one-come-all. Pretty aperol spritzes stand tall alongside bottles of Lone Stars on the bar. It’s a fun mix of locals, tourists and first dates. Notice a bookshelf at the back of the bar and ask yourself if anyone here is doing much reading. Not likely. The bookshelf serves as a fake door that leads to a back bar, which rotates global themes (remember, Atlas) and seats about two dozen but packs in many more. It’s open in the evenings, Friday through Sunday. Try the pho, it’s co-owner Dan Bui’s family recipe, and it's bliss. And the toasty Cuban with house-roasted pork is magnificent.

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Ayahuasca

334 Jefferson Blvd., TX Oak Cliff/South Dallas

469-687-0005

Mexican, Oaxacan, Best Of, Essentials, DrinkHere

Ayahuasca is possibly the most difficult-to-find restaurant and bar in Dallas. To get to the Oak Cliff hideaway, enter at Xaman Cafe, then head down a back hallway to a wooden door. Step inside to one of the most transformative experiences in Dallas.

The speakeasy style bar is moody and enchanting offering an experience like no other in Dallas. Every bottle behind the bar is sourced from Mexico. The cocktail menu is broken out by time period and represents the evolution of drinks in Mexico. Start in Prehispanico, which offers a combination of regional fermentations. Work through the conquest of 1521-1821 that includes a the namesake Ayahuasca made with tepache (pineapple), mezcal and ginger. Be sure to stop in the Nueva Era (20th to 21s centuries) for a Nahual Rita, a clarified take on the modern classic.

If you are feeling a bit more peckish, they serve pre-Hispanic dishes and techniques influenced by Oaxaca and steeped in authenticity, from the pulpo y tinta (octopus and ink), caldo de piedra or chicharron en salsa verde. Fear not if you’re unfamiliar with the fare; servers are happy to walk guests through the menu, asking them what looks interesting or what kind of dish they're looking for.

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The Balcony Club

1825 Abrams Parkway East Dallas & Lakewood

214-826-8104

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Few places are left where you can truly feel like you’re in a bygone era, but the Balcony Club feeds that fantasy convincingly. The landmark jazz club on the second floor next to the old Lakewood Theater is a go-to spot for aspiring old-timers, no matter their age. The intimate space and dimly lit ambiance scream “date night,” as there’s only room for a cheek-to-cheek dancing, making The Balcony a great choice to take that person you’re trying to get to know much, much better.

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Bar Colette

3699 McKinney Ave. Uptown/Oak Lawn

214-377-4809

American, Best Of, DrinkHere

The mixology at this bar puts it into a category of its own. Ruben Rolon, the beverage director who previously developed a Michelin-recognized establishment, is redefining Dallas' cocktail scene. The drinks are meticulously made, often taking multiple days to perfect, with a focus on reinterpreted classics. Add in their exotic spirits and global wines paired with exquisite bites that include sashimi and sushi, and you have one of the most memorable cocktail experiences in the city. Reservations are a must.

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Bar W

2926 Maple Ave. Uptown/Oak Lawn

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Bar W is a new sports bar along Maple Avenue across from The Stoneleigh, where The Stoneleigh P long lived. The crowd leans toward college sports fans, except when Love Islandis on (love is a sport, many would say). They have a lot of space for big crowds both inside and out, with TVs packed in on every wall. There's a whole game room if you like to pop a shot or lose money on a claw game. Don't sleep on the salads here; way better than they have any business being. The flatbreads are solid, as is the service and drinks. They keep Ranch Water on tap here - can't get much more Dallas than that.

Barbara's Pavilion

325 Centre St. Oak Cliff/South Dallas

214-941-2145

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Barbara’s Pavilion, or as the Oak Cliff townies like to call it “Barb’s,” is probably your favorite bartender’s favorite bar. This beloved watering hole has been slinging drinks to patrons for more than 50 years. So, to be honest, this is probably your mom’s favorite bar too. This low-key dive bar with a retro drip is notable for its epic karaoke nights on Thursdays and Sundays and its steamy burlesque shows every third Wednesday of the month. When locals aren’t belting out their favorite go-to karaoke tunes, you can rock out to anything from '70s golden disco to New Age millennial hits to contemporary hip-hop. Don’t be surprised if you see a celebrity camped out at the bar next to you. It just means they have good taste.

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Barcadia

1917 N. Henderson Ave. East Dallas & Lakewood

214-600-7027

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True to its name, Barcadia is half bar, half arcade, and offers video games from Centipede and Dig Dug to Street Fighter 2 and Mortal Kombat, plus skee-ball ramps and popular bar food. And with 24 draft beers to choose from and ample mixed-drink selections, Barcadia is not far from a Chuck E. Cheese with an adult twist. Not feeling gamey? Have a seat on the bar's spacious front patio, which is great for accommodating large groups of people-just make sure to watch out for falling wooden blocks from the giant Jenga game.

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Bernie's

6211 W. Northwest Highway Park Cities

214-702-9339

American, DrinkHere

Bernie's is tucked away inside Preston Tower down a dim corridor with no signage announcing it's even there (none that we saw, anyway), but a visit here plays out like a trip back in time. Bernie's gives speakeasy vibes. The decor is vintage art deco, the atmosphere is classy and the playlist offers the likes of Kenny Loggins, Stevie Nicks, Patti Austin and Quincy Jones. Bernie’s unapologetically skews to a slightly older crowd, which we're here for — a place where the phone doesn't eat first. The bartenders are pros, and the drinks are stiff. You really can’t go wrong with whatever you order, but we’d be remiss if we didn’t recommend the beautifully smoky and oh-so-smooth old fashioned.

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Black Swan Saloon

1623 N. Hall St. East Dallas & Lakewood

214-749-4848

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Black Swan Saloon was the original cocktail bar of Deep Ellum, but sadly shuttered when the pandemic hit. Then, four years later, like a dark winged beauty, it rose in East Dallas — with the same Clint Eastwood velvet artwork. Happy tears were shed. The city wept.
The signature house cocktails, Black Swan Classics, boilermakers and other spirits are back where they belong in the moody and swanky interior full of kitschy art. It's cozy yet elegant. Servers are attentive and helpful. Dress up or wear your old Foreigner shirt, anything goes here. Try the House Freezer Martini (a hot new crush) made with Junipero Gin, Vermouth Blanc, Koji tincture and Crazy Water.

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Bowen House

2614 Boll St Uptown/Oak Lawn

214-484-1385

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In the historical Dallas home of Ahab Bowen, you can brush with a bit of local history while you slam back a few cold beers. It’s located conveniently in uptown Dallas, in, well, an old house. The drink menu tends toward the upscale, with a classy wine list and an assortment of beers in draft, bottles and cans. All your favorite hard liquors are available, too, so don’t fret if you need something a touch stiffer when you stop by Bowen House. There’s also an assortment of signature cocktails. If you’re feeling equal parts literary and spicy, for instance, you could try out the “For Whom the Bell Pepper Tolls,” a mix including tequila, Cynar Amaro, lime and bell pepper.

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Boxcar

4509 Greenville Ave. East Dallas & Lakewood

214-238-7945

American, DrinkHere

Boxcar is our favorite new bar in Dallas. Hands down. This tiny sliver of a space is fashioned to look like a old-timey luxury passenger train car. Instead of actual windows, TVs line the walls all synced to passing landscapes. Elegant and mysterious (who knows where you're going!), the only thing this spot needs is something to shake the building so the crystals hanging from the chandelier sway and clink on occasion.

But it's not all show here. The drinks are as mysterious and captivating. Start with the Magic Potion, with a single word description: clarified. We can't recall exactly what was in ours (it changes), but we had two. Then went again, and had two more. True story. We can also vouch for the cocktail Thief in the Night with pistachio-infused gin, lemon and Midori topped with an egg white froth. There are elevated bites, like a jalapeno cheddar corn dog and truffle parmesan tater tots. Oh! And absolutely be sure to visit the bathrooms.

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The Branca Room

24 W. Seventh St. Oak Cliff/South Dallas

469-906-6098

Bars and Clubs, DrinkHere

Lying out of sight, The Branca Room is a speakeasy of sorts behind Chimichurri Bistro in the heart of the Bishop Arts District. To find it, slip down the alley just west of Eno's and look for the red light hanging above the unmarked door. It's self-described as a ceremonious atmosphere honoring the Argentine culture and its rich Italian influence. Inside is lit by crystal chandeliers, showing off Argentinian art and posters. Order anything with Amaro or vermouth. An Amaro Transfusion has house-made vermouth, port, jasmine liqueur and rye, served in an IV bag.

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Brick & Bones

2713 Elm St. Downtown/Deep Ellum

469-914-6776

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This bar in Deep Ellum has effortless charm and an easy attitude. Brick & Bones has six house cocktails all priced to move, plus a bevy of beer, wine and liquors. The small kitchen in the back pushes out 24-hour-brined Mexican-inspired chicken fried to order that will light your soul on fire and maybe other things. It's sexy-hot, but keep that down low because influencers may pick up on it and ruin the joint. Drinks roll out quickly, and service is on point. This is a pocket of Deep Ellum's old soul.

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Catbird

1401 Elm St., Thompson Hotel Downtown/Deep Ellum

469-726-4115

Asian, Asian Fusion, DrinkHere

Head past the art-splashed lobby of the Thompson Hotel and up to floor 9C, and you’ll find Catbird—a bar that’s not just a vibe, it’s a full-blown aesthetic. Housed in a former bank, you enter through a tunnel of flowers that feels like you accidentally wandered into an out-of-place wedding, only to emerge in an eclectic art deco fantasyland that’s equal parts swanky lounge and surrealist gallery. The room itself is a maximalist fever dream of bold patterns, geometric prints, inviting fireplaces, and curious design moments (including a giant bedazzled Russian doll) that’ll keep your eyes from fixating on any one thing for too long. It’s the kind of place where you’re just as likely to be mingling with Dallas A-listers as you are with one-night-only business travelers and that’s part of the intrigue. Every corner is distinct, from the DJ-fueled entry to a garage-chic floral room and a wraparound rooftop that feels like you unlocked a secret level of the city. The drink menu leans just as playful: cocktails made with pressed mineral water that’s basically couture Topo Chico, egg creams, and flavored cold foams. The Haiku—a minty, green tea–infused gin sipper—tastes like the cleanest mojito you’ve ever met. And if the night goes too right? There’s always the option to end it with a room key.

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Charlie's Star Lounge

4319 Main St. Downtown/Deep Ellum

214-997-4940

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“Be Kind, Unwind” is the tagline for this bar right outside of Deep Ellum in the location of the old Starlight Lounge. Allen Falker, owner of Nines in Deep Ellum, and general manager Corey Howe had to replace almost everything in the building: plumbing, electrical, roof, floor, HVAC, bathrooms (for ADA compliance), the parking lot. What is left is a straightforward bar with DJ, music video and karaoke nights. Be sure to try the Cherry Lime-Yay! a frozen cherry limeade with vodka, and if you’re feeling extra fancy, an OIld Fashioned made with Garrison Brothers Single Barrel.

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Christies Sports Bar & Grill

2817 Greenville Ave. Uptown/Oak Lawn

469-250-7323

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When the soup of the day is “mimosas” and sangrias come in towers, you know you’ve found home. Not to mention the spicy and tropical F*** It Bucket. And while we all loved (sometimes too much) their original Uptown location, their new spot has a large outdoor space; every seat on their patio, rooftop and inside has views of TVs. It's literally wall-to-wall sports here. It's a great option for catching local sports teams, especially when the weather is nice and you can sit on the patio.

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Cold Beer Company

3600 Main St. Downtown/Deep Ellum

214-701-3226

Bars and Clubs, American, Best Of, DrinkHere

Cold Beer Co. is a low-key beer garden on the east end of Deep Ellum — east enough that East Dallas locals get split custody. The bartenders are attentive and knowledgeable, and the place has a fantastic selection of local beer: 24 taps with 36 more options in cans, some that rotate seasonally. And, perhaps its most adorable feature, CBC has a grilled pimento cheese sandwich on the menu. The large outdoor areas are all worked over with either heaters or misters and fans, depending on the time of year. Check out the Wednesday drink special: The Pony Up, a small Miller High Life with a shot of Jameson.

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Columbian Country Club

3314 Ross Ave. East Dallas & Lakewood

214-484-1555

American, DrinkHere

Remember when grandma let you take a drag off her ciggie? What happened to those grandmas? Well, you might find one at Columbian Country Club, which oddly gives off grandma vibes, and for some reason we love it. Paying homage to the original Columbian Country Club in Dallas that opened in 1881, the proprietors have succinctly captured a bygone era, elegant and charming, but with carpet. You even get an Andes chocolate mint with your tab, if you don't get kicked out for smoking first. Chicken fingers and the warm crab dip off the bites menu hit hard. Drinks are pricey but Grams would want you to splurge.

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Community Beer Company

3110 Commonwealth Dr. Downtown/Deep Ellum

214-751-7921

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Community Beer Company is one of the original craft breweries in Dallas. Its Mosaic IPA is a pillar in the local beer community, and its brewery just northeast of downtown is an ode to how far the local craft beer scene has come in 10 years. With more than 70,000 square feet of elbow room, this two-story production brewery and biergarten is host to families, friends, birthday parties and plenty of pooches on the weekends. They offer almost two-dozen beers on tap, all their own.

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Cosmo’s Bar & Lounge

1212 Skillman St. East Dallas & Lakewood

214-826-4200

Eclectic, Bars and Clubs, Critics' Pick, Best Of, Essentials, DrinkHere

Tucked away at the corner of Skillman and Live Oak since 2000 is Cosmo’s, a restaurant and bar boasting no nonsense, one of a kind hospitality. With a ‘60s lounge vibe, specialty cocktails and an eclectic menu with some of the best damn Vietnamese dishes you'll find anywhere in Dallas, Cosmo’s has something for everyone. When you’re there, browse through their extensive VHS collection or step outside to their patio, which feels like a little oasis outside the noise of the city. If they have them, order the garlic noodles. And pray they have them. The martini espresso is made with house-brewed Vietnamese coffee, and they only have a limited quantity each night.

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Coupes

4234 Oak Lawn Ave. Uptown/Oak Lawn

214-434-1347

Contemporary, DrinkHere

Coupes is tucked into a Highland Park strip mall, but with this specialty shop's renowned bubbly selection, it could easily belong in the posh Highland Park Village. We appreciate the approachability. Specializing in Champagne, Coupes was named one of the 10 best places to drink champagne in the United States by the Bureau du Champagne USA. Here, bubbles beckon for a girls’ night. Gold-touched furnishings, soft pink drapery and commanding U-shaped bar set the scene. Toast to the good life with pours showcasing both France and Texas wines and Champagne, Blanc de Noirs, Crémant de Loire, Cuvée and more. For the cocktail enthusiast, Coupes offers classics and signatures like the bourbon and peach Avoir la Pêche. Even saying it makes you jump a tax bracket.

Dallas Woody's

4011 Cedar Springs Rd. Uptown/Oak Lawn

American, DrinkHere

The complex worlds of sports and pop music collide at this famed gay bar. Over at Woody’s, guests can come in and catch the game by daytime, then belt out their best diva impression by night. At any given moments, several screens play sports, as well as pop music videos from the ‘90s, 2000s, and now. And on Tuesday nights, you can hear customers give it all they got as showtunes play throughout the bar.

The Dallasite

4822 Bryan St. East Dallas & Lakewood

214-826-3670

Bars and Clubs, Best Of, Menu, DrinkHere

The place has an old-school, cash-only cigarette machine by the restrooms. We were destined to love Dallasite the moment we laid eyes on that beauty. Dallasite is the diviest of dives — the ultimate leave-your-pretentiousness-at-the-door watering hole. There's a spacious patio out front, solid bar grub, pool tables, shuffleboard and darts. The bartenders are cool as hell and as well-versed in the bartending game as anyone around. And the amaretto sour is one of the best we've had anywhere.

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Dot's Hop House & Cocktail Courtyard

2645 Commerce St. Downtown/Deep Ellum

214-230-3687

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Located in the heart of Deep Ellum, Dot’s Hop House & Cocktail Courtyard is the ultimate brunch spot. From its decadent duck fat cheese fries and avocado toast bruschetta, diners are always in for a treat. Patrons can sprawl out on the enormous, 10,000-square-foot dog-friendly patio, and on chilly nights, Dot’s outdoor heaters help to warm up cold bones. Be sure to pamper yourself with one of its hand-crafted cocktails, like the Dot’s old fashioned or the truly inspiring Strawberry Smokeshow. Plus, beer aficionados can have fun selecting craft brews off an unparalleled 99-tap drink menu. This full-service bar and restaurant makes foodies everywhere rejoice.

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Double D's

1404 Riverfront Blvd. Downtown/Deep Ellum

469-243-6866

Bars and Clubs, Best Of, DrinkHere

Get your mind out of the gutter: It's Double D's because it's in the Design District. The vibe here is the best party you ever hosted in your grandma's basement, with polished brass knickknacks, old couches, a shag rug and the rest. The cocktails here are serious. Try Edna's Lunch Box, a tribute to the famed Oklahoma bar, made with a Miller High Life, amaretto and orange juice served in an ice-cold mug. It oddly tastes like Dr Pepper. Early in the evening, the vibe is a bit more cocktail-lounge. Later, a line starts to form at the door and things get groovy. Local DJs set up in the booth and the whole place starts dancing. Don't be shy about ordering a classic cocktail; the bar menu is one of the best in the city.

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Double Wide

3510 Commerce St. Downtown/Deep Ellum

469-872-0191

Bars and Clubs, Music Venues, Best Of, Slideshow, Readers' Choice, DrinkHere

When Deep Ellum starts to feel just a bit too crowded, you don’t have to look too far for an escape. The hipster honkey tonk dive bar Double Wide, all the way down on Commerce Street, offers a selection of cheap, powerful and interesting drinks that all fit in with its trailer park aesthetic. What makes this location so much different than its Greenville Avenue counterpart Single Wide is its outdoor patio with seating made from repurposed toilets and road signs. Double Wide’s music venue (which makes its width double) is located across the patio and hosts bands and DJs from an array of genres.

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The Dubliner

2818 Greenville Ave. East Dallas & Lakewood

214-818-0911

Irish, Bar Food, Bars and Clubs, Recommended, Best Of, DrinkHere

While this little bar may be tiny, the heart of it all is unmatched. The Dubliner, Dallas’ longest running Irish pub, offers a stacked selection of Irish beers, whiskeys, and spirits. So make a new friend at the long wooden bar, shoot some darts, and rock out to some tunes, because you’ll want to stay for hours at this cozy little haunt. The beer certainly reflects the Emerald Isle influences, on tap are Guinness, Harp, Smithwick's, Newcastle and a rotating selection of featured beer. The bottles are heavy on the Irish and UK suds with some domestic and international brews, whiskey and other spirits rounding out the menu. The food is decidedly American bar grub, mostly sandwiches. The closest the menu gets to the other side of the pond is a spiced Welsh rarebit of cheddar, Smithwick's Ale, worcestershire sauce, tomatoes, scallions and bacon. Whether you stop by for a pint or a nosh you'll be kept warm by the crackling fireplace inside in the winter or cooled down while chatting up new friends on the air-conditioned patio in the summer.

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