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Lizard Lounge

Neighborhood: East Dallas & Lakewood

2424 Swiss Ave., TX, 75204 Map It
214-826-4768

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Maybe best known for hosting goth-friendly “The Church” on Sunday nights, Lizard Lounge also features some of the world’s best DJs on a regular basis. Several rooms plus a rooftop deck offer a good combination of dance floor and dark corners. Fun fact: Madonna tried to buy this place. Yes, that Madonna.

Best Of Dallas Observer® Awards
  • 2019 Best Dance Club
  • 2011 Best Alternative Bar
  • 2010 Best Alternative Club
  • 2010 READERS’ PICK BEST ALTERNATIVE CLUB (TIE)
  • 2010 READERS’ PICK BEST DANCE CLUB (TIE)
  • 2005 Best Dance Club
  • 2004 Best Dance Club
  • 2002 Best Dance Club
  • 2001 Best Dance Club
  • 2000 Best dance club
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