Dallas, TX
Best Bars (Nightlife)
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Adair's Saloon |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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2624 Commerce St, Dallas 75226 • 214-939-9900
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Description:
DEEP ELLUM. Although Deep Ellum arguably functions as Dallas's cutting-edge district, parts of it maintain a long-standing commitment to simpler times. Take, for example, a honky-tonk like Adair's, which has been popular since 1963. The digs (in the early days, it was on Cedar Springs Road) and faces may have changed over the years, but other aspects haven't. Adair's remains a rustic haven for folks who like to swill brew, listen to live music, and munch on good burgers. For history buffs, too, the joint holds an allure, courtesy of a jukebox loaded with classics by Hank Sr. and Bob Wills, along with hundreds of framed photos and graffiti. |
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Barley House |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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5612 Yale Blvd, Dallas 75206 • 214-824-0306
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Barley House has a casual atmosphere and is populated by everyone from recent college grads to 40-year-olds. Music varies from acoustic to pop rock – never too heavy – and good, basic bar food includes burgers, chicken sandwiches, and nachos. Cheap drinks and a nice looking crowd add to the appeal. Furthermore, the place is known for its annual Barleypalooza, a summertime event with multiple bands and arts and crafts. FYI: The Old 97s cut their teeth here before moving on to greener pastures at Letterman, Leno, and Conan. |
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Cool River Cafe |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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1045 Hidden Ridge Rd, Irving 75038 • 972-871-8881
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IRVING. Spacious and elegant, this upscale establishment has become one of the area's most popular destinations for dinner and drinks. Refined Western decor distinguishes all its venues, which range from restaurant to bar to billiard room. Cuisine relies heavily on steaks and chops but also includes salmon, Australian lobster tail, and luscious desserts. A variety of bands play blues, R&B, jazz, pop, and funk Thursday through Saturday, and the lounge offers aromatic cigars and a fine selection of cognacs. The well-stocked bar serves up great martinis, along with alcohol of all varieties, and large-screen TVs guarantee that all the big games and events are easily viewed. Ideal for a whole evening of fun and leisure. |
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User Rating: 9
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Eight Lounge |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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1906 Greenville Ave, Dallas 75206 • 817-881-8886
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Description:
GREENVILLE AVENUE. This stylish lounge has an urban attitude that's trendy without being overly self-absorbed. Skilled DJs create an upbeat atmosphere by mixing exotic world music. The room's focal point is an enchanting water wall visible from the club's entrance. VIP seating and semi-private booths, as well as plenty of space for mingling, make this a favorite get-together spot for both small and large groups. Specialty cocktails round out the Eight experience. |
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Elbow Room |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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3010 Gaston Ave, Dallas 75226 • 214-828-9488
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Description:
DEEP ELLUM. Elbow Room is a great place to start the night, especially if you're in the market for a good jukebox, shuffleboard, and a few games of pool. Although the bar looks small from the outside, it has several rooms and is a great place to either belly up to the bar or grab a table to hang out with friends. Typically, the crowd is low-key, and sometimes patrons come straight over from work at Baylor Hospital down the street. You'll find a nice selection of beers and premium liquors. |
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Suede Bar & Grill |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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2008 Greenville Ave, Dallas 75206 • 214-828-1144
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GREENVILLE AVENUE. This rustic Greenville Avenue bar looks like an old hunt club inside – weathered wood and brick walls, pieces of taxidermy, and a pressed tin ceiling – and it certainly attracts more than its share of trophy headshots. In fact, strutting isn't an unfamiliar practice at Suede, and the music (the house DJs spin house, disco and techno) always tends to frenzy the young and beautiful 20-somethings. Themed nights, bikini contests, "hump day" dance parties, karaoke nights and summer-time live music series – there's always something to get the crowd revved, and the bar offers up great drink specials every night. |
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Thomas Avenue Beverage Co. |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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2901 Thomas Ave, Dallas 75204 • 214-979-0452
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UPTOWN. Thomas Avenue Beverage Co., or TABC as it's known to regulars, is located in the heart of the bustling Uptown area. Definitely has a neighborhood bar feel, albeit a high-disposable-income-hood. Also serves a good burger and chicken sandwich, and has a nice patio to relax with a beer. Casual, relatively quiet atmosphere and a good jukebox. |
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Zúbar |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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2012 Greenville Ave, Dallas 75206 • 214-887-0071
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GREENVILLE AVENUE. A young, hip, professional crowd fills trendy Zúbar, which is a perfect spot for relaxing, meeting new people, and listening to great music. The intimate interior features bright colors, large, comfy sofas, and casual ambience, all reminiscent of a private loft apartment. An exceptional drink menu is sure to please, but remember to don your best attire – it's a see-and-be-seen sort of place. |
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Across the Street Bar |
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(Nightlife - Bars) |
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5625 Yale Blvd, Dallas 75206 • 214-363-0660
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GREENVILLE AVENUE. Cheap beer, casual atmosphere, and live bands give this bar a quintessential collegiate feel. And with a location just across the freeway from Southern Methodist University, a college crowd is what it attracts. Sometimes on weekends, you'll find 20-somethings hanging out, too. The bar books an eclectic array of bands, so you never know what type of music you might hear. If you stick to drinking beer and hanging out with your buddies, it could be a night of either making or reliving college memories par excellence. |
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Balcony Club |
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1825 Abrams Pkwy Ste B, Dallas 75214 • 214-826-8104
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Description:
LAKEWOOD. Live jazz and a romantic, intimate ambience set the stage for an evening at Balcony, located in the historic Lakewood Theatre. A mixed clientele, from young professionals to students, sip martinis and listen as throaty jazz singers croon their favorite melodies. A small outdoor patio, comfortable booths and an assortment of stools and tables provide seating, and there's room enough for standing and mingling. The full bar also provides a nice selection of single malt scotches. |
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User Rating: 9
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