The best bars & nightlife in Dallas

Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.

1101 N Central Expy (Plano)

Urban craft brewery in a former carriage house, with guided tours & a taproom hosting weekly events.

1311 S Ervay St

Casual restaurant serving lunch and dinner, plus wine selections, beer and cocktails.

5280 Belt Line Rd Ste 100

Vibrantly styled coffee shop offering espresso drinks, breakfast and pizza, as well as wine, cocktails and beer.

565 Coit Rd Ste 100 (Plano)

Laid-back cocktail bar serving creative drinks and featuring a happy hour, plus cocktail classes.

5319 E Mockingbird Ln #210

Comfortable restaurant serving seasonal dishes, wood-fired pizzas, sandwiches and wine.

1601 Elm St Ste 110

Funky, train-themed bar and eatery turning out crafted cocktails and light bites.

4509 Greenville Ave

Family-friendly brewpub offering artisan beer and chef-inspired fare in a laid-back space.

13090 Bee St (Farmers Branch)

Craft brewery with taproom featuring beer on tap, craft sodas, huge pretzels, BYO food & beer to-go.

2816 Commerce St

Family-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.

329 W Spring Valley Rd (Richardson)

Casual, laid-back, pet-friendly, locally owned brewery with an outdoor space, offering craft beer, cider and seltzer options.

1928 S Akard St

Spacious brewpub with an outdoor beer garden offering sharable flatbreads plus salads & burgers.

7331 Gaston Ave #100

Roomy joint offering pool tables, shuffleboard, daily drink specials & pub grub, plus live music.

747 S Central Expy (Richardson)

Neighborhood taproom preparing handcrafted English ales with a Texas twist in down-home digs.

640 N Interurban St (Richardson)

Elevated American pub grub & drinks in an energetic, music-themed haunt with pool & live bands.

2712 Main St

Guests pull up keg stools to sample a wide array of local craft beers, or get growlers filled to go.

3601 Parry Ave

High-end steakhouse chain with aged prime beef & classics such as lobster tails.

7250 Dallas Pkwy Suite 110 (Plano)

Hip cocktail bar with speakeasy vibes and low-alcohol options is a cool spot to socialize at the bar.

2115 Jackson St

Warehouse-style craft brewery tap room with communal tables & frequent visits from food trucks.

4488 Spring Valley Rd (Farmers Branch)

Casual restaurant with pool, karaoke, and darts, plus food and daily happy hours.

2121 W Buckingham Rd (Richardson)

Sixty Vines Plano brings wine country vibes close to home with 60 wines on a sustainable tap system and seasonally inspired plates that…

3701 Dallas Pkwy (Plano)

Real Texas BBQ smoked daily and cold drinks at the ready. Bleachers BBQ Bar & Grill is game day ready, so rally the crew this week and sink…

3402 Arapaho Rd (Garland)

Whether you’re chasing karaoke bravado or a laid back round of pool, The Forum Pub is the oldest bar in Richardson and still feels like a…

300 N Coit Rd Ste 260 (Richardson)

If your week needs a mood lift, Double D's Bar delivers with yummy cocktails, dope DJs, and bartenders who actually seem to like you. The…

1404 N Riverfront Blvd

This week, treat yourself to small-production Texas and California pours at Times Ten Cellars, then linger in the tasting room, lounge, or…

6324 Prospect Ave

Opening this fall in East Dallas, Vintage Wine Bar pairs pours with a living showroom, so the chair under you and the art on the wall can…

5832 Live Oak St

Need wall-to-wall sports, juicy burgers, and wings that vanish before halftime? Boomer's Grill brings the easygoing neighborhood hang with…

1200 E Davis St Ste 104 (Mesquite)

Rios Brewing Company is the only brewery in Grand Prairie with 40+ taps, rotating Texas guest brews, craft cocktails, comfort food, and…

1015 IKEA Pl #500 (Grand Prairie)

Table-service restaurant in a large, nightclub-style space serving gyros, burgers, wings & booze.

1901 W Northwest Hwy

Housemade beer & soda, plus Texas-style BBQ served in a funky, industrial-chic environment.

509 W State St (Garland)

Relaxed local cidery offering a variety of hard cider flavors, plus sake bombs, and a patio.

2721 Main St

Long-standing, family-run place offering American chow, cocktails, live music & Dallas sports on TV.

107 NW 8th St (Grand Prairie)

Relaxed venue pairing gourmet fare, beer and cocktails with waterfront views and friendly staff.

2955 S State Hwy 161 (Grand Prairie)

Family-friendly arcade offering classic and modern games, plus ping pong, and pool.

500 E Division St (Arlington)

Fast-casual eatery offering Hawaiian-style poke bowls, plus burritos and salads customized to the buyer’s taste.

5001 S Cooper St #107 (Arlington)

Cozy cocktail lounge serving refined bites, along with classic, modern and specialty cocktails.

3333 N Fitzhugh Ave

Relaxed, cozy wine bar and lounge serving craft cocktails and brunch on Sundays, plus light eats, often with live music.

3310 Dallas Pkwy #115 (Plano)

Comedy club and bistro with counter service serving elevated bar food and drinks.

604 Main St #100 (Fort Worth)

Casual chain restaurant serving French & American staples in a rustic-inspired setting.

301 E Interstate 20 (Arlington)

Vibrant West End space for scratch-made classic, premium-liquor cocktails & a chef-driven food menu.

311 N Market St #100

Chain taproom offering 200+ global beers & pub fare in tavernlike surroundings.

3111 Olympus Blvd #100 (Coppell)

Sports bar with many TVs serving Mexican fare, seafood, and chicken wings with beer and cocktails.

540 S Carrier Pkwy Ste 700 (Grand Prairie)

Complex housing food trucks in an expansive, retro outdoor space with treehouse & trailer bars.

5624 Sears St

Relaxed establishment offering a menu of burgers, tacos and sandwiches plus cocktails and beers.

601 W State St (Garland)

British-style pub pours mainly U.K.-label beers paired with bar grub in a warm, wood-lined space.

1004 E 15th St (Plano)

Cozy wine bar with an extensive list and friendly staff featuring quizzes and live music.

508 W Lookout Dr st. 24 (Richardson)

Popular theatre staging comedy shows from improv troupes based on audience suggestions and participation.

5601 Sears St

Relaxed, Napa-style wine-bar chain serving New American fare, stone-fired pizzas & cheese plates.

7201 Bishop Rd (Plano)

Club offering affordable comedy shows plus a wide range of courses for aspiring comedians.

3036 Elm St

Relaxed coffee bar and eatery with a patio serving lattes, wines and pastries.

3990 N Collins St Ste 100 (Arlington)

Cosmopolitan venue offering limited production wines made by independent producers & tasting events.

1628 Park Pl Ave (Fort Worth)

Chain taproom offering 200+ global beers & pub fare in tavernlike surroundings.

111 E 3rd St (Fort Worth)

Up-and-coming acts perform at this intimate comedy club with table & bar seating.

5321 E Mockingbird Ln

Small wine shop and bar with a wide selection of wines, including craft options, plus happy hour specials.

4017 Preston Rd #535 (Plano)

Modern, upscale steakhouse featuring comedians on stage, plus a basement-level speakeasy.

14854 Montfort Dr

Headliners and opening acts in a venue featuring great views from all seats, plus a bar.

7301 Lone Star Dr Ste A-110 (Plano)

Mexican seafood eatery specializing in fish tacos, ceviche, fried-seafood platters and grilled entrees.

2650 Hickory Tree Rd (Balch Springs)

Casual New American kitchen & wine bar offering bites & wines on tap in spacious, modern surrounds.

500 Crescent Ct Ste 160

Swanky neighborhood joint focusing on house cocktails & food from a small but well-appointed menu.

9028 Garland Rd

Improvisational comedy troupe founded in 1997 by stand-up comedians who now make up the act.

6025 Camp Bowie Blvd (Fort Worth)

Weekend stand-up comedy & Thursday open-mike nights held in a hotel conference room with a bar.

940 E Belt Line Rd (Richardson)

Up-and-coming acts perform at this intimate comedy club with table & bar seating.

425 Commerce St (Fort Worth)

Pizza and other shareable dishes offered in a light, airy environment with over 30 wines on tap.

2355 Olive St #145

Bar & grill at the track offering American eats, weekday happy hour & TVs tuned to sports & racing.

1000 Lone Star Pkwy (Grand Prairie)

Relaxed, lodge-chic chain serving global comfort fare, including stir-fries, pot roast & pastas.

5180 N President George Bush Hwy (Garland)

Casual American restaurant & sports bar featuring signature wings & numerous TVs.

720 E Campbell Rd (Richardson)

Cozy bar featuring chicken wings, sandwiches, nachos and other casual bites.

1409 N Cockrell Hill Rd Ste 100 (DeSoto)