7 Best Cocktail Bars near Dallas

“First time at Backwoods last night. It was a nice drive to get there. Upon walking in we were greeted by very friendly staff and seated immediately. The waitress was friendly and came over within 1-2mins of being seated. The drink menu was extensive and many great food choices which made it hard to pick from. We ordered the smoked wing appetizer with Thai chili sauce which was excellent, and perfectly prepared. Came with HOUSE MADE blue cheese and boy you could tell, best blue cheese I’ve had. Cocktails were made well, not watered down. Ribs with cornbread and coleslaw and the weekend special, mini beef Wellington were our meals. Ribs were dry rubbed and came with a side of sauce (again house made and you could tell by how tasty it was) which is how I prefer them (no everyone agrees so be aware). The ribs were perfectly tender and REAL smoked just like the wings. The cornbread was spot on. Now be aware that the coleslaw is vinegar based which is super hard to find around here but was excellent (not everyone will like it). The beef Wellington was amazing, and being such a hard dish to pull off, the chef should be proud.The staff is extremely attentive. We were checked on frequently but not to the point where it was annoying. If any of the staff saw a dirty glass or plate it was quickly removed from our table, not just by our waitress. The staff was dressed nicely and looked professional. The owner was on-site checking on everything.A very pleasant experience that proved backwoods to be a hidden gem. We will be back! Keep up the high standards, it shows in the food coming out of the kitchen!“

“This place will always hold a special place in my heart as it was where I proposed to my girlfriend. Every time since then we have had such a great experience. I believe it truly stems from the management. On every occasion, the manager has come out to check on our meals and just share some small talk. It always sets the tone for a very pleasant experience. The food is by far the best in the region. We had the steak and the roasted chicken during our last visit and it was truly delicious. The in house tiramisu and cocktails are also top notch. If you’re looking for an excellent dining experience with great staff this is your spot.“

“Traveled through the area and got takeout based on the Google reviews, and we were not disappointed. Online ordering was so convenient, pickup was fast and easy, and the staff were very friendly. The chimichangas were absolutely delicious. We got them fried with chicken. We also got the 3 combo with enchiladas and tacos and preferred the chicken enchiladas. Our order came with a ton of chips and delicious salsa. I'm so glad we found this gem ? also so affordable! We will be back!“

“I’m OBSESSED with this place. Everything about it is top tier. The environment is so exciting, the food is amazing & Leah is the BEST bartender/server. She knows the menu like the back of her hand & she was the reason we came back two times this week. She brings the energy!!“

“Literally the best duck I’ve ever had! It was so amazing I went back the very next day and had it again. Seems excessive, but try it and you’ll understand. I was skeptical of the portions until the food came out and I ended up having to take home leftovers. The prices were great too. We got two cocktails, two very full entrees, an appetizer, and a dessert to take home for approximately $120. Not bad at all for a fine dining experience! I’ve recommended it to friends who have gone and loved it as well. Jonathan’s is a hidden gem and my new favorite place.“

“Lispi's Cocktail Lounge is tucked underneath D's Diner. The bar IS smoking however I've never had a bad time due to the smoke, it's pretty scarce. The drinks are good, they have a few beers on tap and they can make pretty any drink you'd like. I'd say that they are pretty average in their pricing, maybe slightly towards the pricey side if it's a mixed drink. The downstairs bathrooms (like the bar bathrooms) are tiny. It's an issue to get more than two people in there at one time. Otherwise it's a great place to get a drink, partake in karaoke or even bust a move. It's never super crowded and the typical cast is always first to clap for new faces on the dance floor or singing, seriously recommend it!“

“Our family had a funeral reception at Bettelli's Villa and we couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. Jessica, the owner, opened early on a Saturday to accommodate the hours we needed. She was also very flexible with the food offerings and provided items that weren't on their menu. All of our guests commended how nice everything was setup and the relaxing atmosphere. The staff was very friendly and attentive. We'd like to thank them all for making our get together a joyful memory.“