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UPDATE: Rodeo Dallas in Deep Ellum Is Closed Once Again

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

Aug 8, 2025

In this rapidly changing story, the controversial bar in Deep Ellum has been closed by court order until Aug. 15.

The 20 Best Happy Hour Deals in Dallas Right Now

By Simon Pruitt, Lauren Drewes Daniels and Carly May Gravley

Jul 29, 2025

Going out for dinner and drinks? In this economy? Luckily, these Dallas spots have great happy hour deals.

Dallas Bar Named Among Top Historic Bars in the U.S.

By Aaren Prody

Jul 24, 2025

We don't always want to go back to the 50s, but when we do, there's bourbon.

We Got a Text: These Dallas Bars Are All In on Love Island USA

By Desiree Gutierrez

Jul 1, 2025

Could you find true love for the chance at $100,000? You can ponder it with a good drink and fun company at these bars.

Watch Drake Visit a Texas Dive Bar and Take Shots

By Eric Diep

Jun 30, 2025

The Canadian rapper is a newly minted Texan, hitting up The Alibi Bar in Chappell Hill for drinks with his new neighbors.

Where to Watch the NBA Draft in Dallas

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

Jun 25, 2025

Tonight is the NBA draft and the Dallas Mavs have the first pick. Wonder what'll happen ...

Find Burger Bliss at Flower Mound’s The Tavern at Lakeside

By Nick Reynolds

Jun 18, 2025

The Creamy Mushroom Swiss Burger is something to write home about, and the brunch is tasty too.

Spunky Greenville Avenue Tiki Bar Swizzle To Close Next Month

By Aaren Prody

Jun 16, 2025

But... But... We loved piña coladas and getting caught in the rain.

Underground Cocktail Den Nominated for Best Hotel Bar in U.S.

By Aaren Prody

May 23, 2025

One of our favorite watering holes in the city, with a stellar dirty martini, is up for a big award. As it should be.

Dallas Lands Best Bar on Earth For Two Nights Only: What to Know

By Alec Spicer

May 21, 2025

A matcha tea, a PB&J sandwich and a blowtorch walk into a bar and make some of the best drinks you'll ever have.

After 34 Years, Riprocks in Denton is Closing

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

May 21, 2025

You probably met at least one ex at Riprocks if you were ever part of the Mean Green.

This Lower Greenville Bar is Channeling Don Draper and You Should Too

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

May 12, 2025

The Apothecary has a new menu of cocktails, a tour of decades that lasts through August.

Boogie's Moves In Where The Whippersnapper Once Partied, With More Shimmer and Less Spill

By Aaren Prody

May 8, 2025

The Whippersnapper mopped its sticky floors for the last time and will reopen as Boogie's later this year.

Knox/Henderson Gets Greener (and Tipsier) with Lawnie's Patio Bar

By Aaren Prody

May 5, 2025

It’s not flashy, but this new bar knows the formula — pour, price and a patch of grass.

This Elusive Underground Wine Bar Is Now Open To The Public

By Aaren Prody

May 2, 2025

Cave Society now has a few select seats open for non-members on the weekends.

Discovering a Maxwell Street Polish Sausage at a Dallas Dive Bar

By Hank Vaughn

Apr 16, 2025

It turns out the dive bar aesthetic is a perfect match for the humble Polish sausage. Even with kraut.

Union Bear Taproom (Finally) Opens in McKinney with Sicilian-Style Pizza

By Melanie Hernandez

Apr 11, 2025

UB lovers can find new menu options only available in McKinney, including Dirty Chips and Texas Toothpicks.

Bottled Blonde Closes Temporarily. When Will it Reopen?

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

Apr 9, 2025

Bar in Victory Park Hosts Fundraiser and $7.77 Specials for Luka's Return as a Laker

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

Apr 7, 2025

Real commitment is running around the AAC 77 times. Who's in?

We Got the Receipts: Here Are The Most Popular Bars in Dallas

By Lauren Drewes Daniels

Apr 4, 2025

We like to keep an eye on the most popular drinking establishments in Dallas. Question: what happened to Bottled Blonde?

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