Pity the band that competes for patrons’ attention against the raucous games of darts, shuffleboard, pool, cards and shit-talking on a Saturday night at the Copper Spur Saloon–featured in “Dallas’s Most Authentic Dive Bars”. It’s a tough crowd, but maybe they’re just following the lead of owner Nell Scarborough, a stocky gray-haired woman whose quick […]
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Located in the West Village, four doors from the corner of McKinney Avenue and Cityplace West, this tasting lounge puts a modern spin on the average wine bar. Cork has six different themed state-of-the-art tasting stations, all of which are categorized–some by region or grape, others by rarity. After purchasing a “Cork Card” (a pre-loaded […]
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. […]
Mostly a Western warehouse that brings in young country studs (such as Chris Cagle) and offers dance classes to teach you how to move to ’em.
Floor-to-ceiling wine racks set into the walls combined with purples and autumnal tones darken this swanky wine aficionados’ destination. The low lighting adds a sense of chic and romance to Patrick Colombo’s (of Sfuzzi and Ferré fame) West Village wine bar, open since 2002. Crú and its staff stock more than 300 bottles of wine, […]
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This is the primo leather gay club in Dallas. In fact, it’s the only one. This hypermasculine joint is all about butch, beef and beer. DJ spins the techno while the gents size each other up. Don’t worry, the natives don’t bite but they might want to. Hot wax demos make for an interesting, if […]
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 […]
Down the street a bit from the Denton Square is the longstanding bar and music venue Dan’s Silverleaf. Decorated with local art and photos of local musicians, the atmosphere at Dan’s is welcoming to all passersby. With shows held weekly (if not daily) Dan’s is an excellent place to stop in even if you have […]
Deep Ellum Art Co. is in one of the most trafficked neighborhoods in Dallas, so it makes sense that you’d find a spot that offers live music, lots of art and a good mix of drinks and grub from food trucks. The inside space is a whopping 5,000 square feet and boasts of being home […]
Desert Racer on Lowest Greenville is from local restauranteur, Nick Badovinus (Brass Ram, Town Hearth, National Anthem). We only mention it because the man just knows how to have a good time, trust us. Just drink whatever he’s drinking. Here that drink menu is loaded with wine, local beers, frozen cocktails and tequila hi-balls. The […]
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For bikers, punks and metalheads, Diamond Jim’s is the kick-ass live music venue where leather jackets and tattoos are king. A small stage in the dark and smoky space is the home of Rogue Radio, the house cover band, where Thursday night contestants take the stage with the band for “Rogue-okie” karaoke. Tons of tables […]
The Door first opened the doors of its Deep Ellum all-ages location back in May 1998, and it’s been a popular place for young music fans to get their rocks off to the popular touring and local acts of every genre (with a slant toward pop, rock, punk rock and pop-punk). Together with its sister […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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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 […]
The Elbow Room, which sits on the outskirts of Deep Ellum near Baylor Hospital, has been relatively immune to the nearby nightlife district’s ups and downs over the last decade. Even though it’s still within earshot of Trees on a loud night, this neighborhood bar has a much mellower atmosphere. The raw brick interior lines […]
The manager of Escapade 2001 claims the club’s dance floor is “one of the largest in the metroplex”– beaten only by a dance floor in an old gutted Walmart. The dance floor, located in the middle of the club, is surrounded by at least a half a dozen bars on various elevated levels. The club’s […]