30 Best Pubs in Dallas

“I was here with some friends just under two weeks ago, and it was a nice experience.

Parking was a little difficult but only because the Knox–Henderson area is busy on weekend nights, but I didn’t mind the walk. Even though it was packed enough to make finding a table also somewhat difficult, I was with a large group of > 20 people.

After finding a spot, I decided to order the Stilton burger and their house salad, both of which were fantastic. Despite not being the most frequent bar attendee, I’d happily return to the Old Monk and try more of the food for its great taste and for the staff’s warm service.“

“One of the best live music venues in the city, Poor David's is the place for true blue music lovers. There isn't a bad seat in the house, and whether you splurge on front row seats (which are always reasonably priced) or stick with GA, you're never settling for a bad convert experience. Most shows attract an older crowd that prefers to sit and listen, but the acts aren't stale or stuffy. You'll see something truly unique and are liable to enjoy one of your top live music experiences of all time. I know I have -- Gary P. Nunn and Bob Livingston during the 40th anniversary party in 2018. Frequent open mic nights offer a valuable outlet for local songwriters, and the BW Stevenson songwriting contest unearthed a trove of local talent. Drinks at the full bar are consistent and well balanced, and I've truly never had a subpar time at this gem.“

“I’ve been meaning to try this spot for a minute. Proper pub feel mixed in with some fine craftsmanship. I had the special, NY strip and creamy pappardelle. Wow! I never thought steak and pasta but man was it awesome, really fresh pappardelle too. Reuben I had seen photos of and it met expectation and then some. Lastly, really kind and attentive service. Thank you“

“I want to say the bartenders last night were Joe and MJ......I hope I got that right. I wanted to say thank you for being so upbeat and nice even though I walked in 20 minutes before closing at 2am. I can imagine you guys were ready to close down but the fact that yall are welcoming and nice to people like me that get outta work late at another bar, I truly appreciate it. Yall were awesome and I just wanted to say thank you!!!“

“The BEST drinks, food, staff, music, comedy and fun to be had in Dallas Texas! 😊❤️“

“Came here for the first time on a Sunday morning around 11:30 AM. Mimosas - Standard mimosa. No strange aftertaste. Decent strength in alcohol content. Huevos Rancheros - Eggs were cooked perfectly - nice & runny yolk with whites cooked thoroughly. Tostadas were very crispy, but slightly overcooked & a touch burnt. Served with refried black beans spread over the tostadas, a generous, spread of salsa, and cotija cheese. Served with a side of rancheros sauce which tasted like salsa verde. Brunch potatoes - Lightly salted. Cooked nicely - crispy on the outside & soft, fluffy, & tender on the inside. Doesn’t get soggy despite sitting on top of salsa. Would have liked more seasoning, but still good. Brunch Burger - Like biscuits & gravy, but on a burger. Flavor is good - very tasty. Eggs were cooked perfectly. Habanero Margarita - actually uses a pretty good reposado tequila - Mi Compo. Very smooth & slightly spicy. Hot Mexican Chili Arbol Wings to go - Came with a hand sanitizing wipe. Medium crispy on the outside. Good flavor. Overall, we had a very nice experience. We sat at the bar, and our bartender, Kinsley, was very nice, personable, & very knowledgeable of menu despite only being here for a month. They also have a happy hour between 4-7 PM, so I’d like to try out their happy hour. I’d recommend & I’d come back.“

“Best bar in Dallas! Great food- epic atmosphere- and killer service! 10/10 I love this pub!“

“Yo soy chingon!!!!! 😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁“

“the wings are the best. yes“

“This place is a hidden gem in the Harwood District! I had the opportunity to meet Alex Watts who made my visit a pleasurable experience. I was in Dallas visiting from Tampa Fl and have recommended this place to several colleagued when they travel to Dallas!“

“Good food! Festive atmosphere!“

“Had a great time! Sami was fantastic. Very attentive and lot of fun. We had brunch - chicken and waffles and steak and eggs. We also had the espresso martiny (tiny martini shots). We were able to get a quick reservation and watch the game. Great for sports bar but low key vibes.“

“Colin the tour guide is awesome“

“We are so thankful that The Old Monk has come to our neighborhood in Bishop Arts. The food/drinks, atmosphere and prices are unmatched in this area. There isn’t anything on the menu that we haven’t loved. I tend to visit at least once a week when we have visitors in town or don’t feel like cooking dinner. Thank you Old Monk for being our favorite spot in Dallas!“

“Great food, service, and ambience. Love this place.“

“So grateful that Press Box in Dallas was open during today’s winter storm. I really needed to get out of my apartment, and this was exactly the right spot. Great atmosphere, comforting food, and even better service. Jose and Pepe were the absolute best — welcoming, attentive, and genuinely kind. They made a dreary storm day feel a lot brighter. If you’re looking for a place that feels friendly and familiar when you need it most, this is it.

Highly recommend!“

“Nice local taps ,great location !“

“Great place, excellent service and to die for Food. I’ll be back. Thanks, Wayne“

“Celebrating Life with the family. We danced until our feet hurt. We have over 6 April Birthdays in the family. The waitress was attentive, the restrooms were clean the entire night, regardless of the high traffic. The music was good but it's been better. Not sure why the DJ wasn't the same. However.... If it ain't broke don't fix it and if it don't fit, don't force it.“

“I came here thinking it was a bar, it was attached to the Alamo draft house but it was still cool to visit! I didn’t get the bartenders name but he was so chill and nice to talk to. Will definitely be coming back maybe to see a movie and have a drink as well!“

“Just crazy

Stir-fried octopus with chicken feet and egg rolls are the most delicious I've ever had in my life.

I’m crazy about green onion pancakes. I’ve never had seafood and green onion pancakes this crispy haha.

The seafood stew was delicious, and the Gunyang Dal beer was all really delicious ㅠㅠㅠㅠ

I drink so much Dal Beer haha. Please open a branch in LA.“

“We just had the most wonderful experience at Hillside Tavern. The food was phenomenal and the atmosphere was chill enough that we were able to bring our 11-year-old niece to eat with us. The service was top notch. Chad and his team are doing an incredible job and we’ll be back very soon to try out the rest of that awesome menu!“

“Trappist beers, good service, prime spot near the border of uptown and downtown.“

“Great little Irish pub! Would definitely come back!“

“Lots of beer on tap, 30 or so. It's kid friendly before 9. The food is good. They have brunches on the weekends. 3 thumbs up“

“My husband was here for an armwrestling event and when the transactions didn’t match up with what he authorized I gave them a call. The manager and woman who looked into this were great but the waitress that added her own gratuity to a less than 30$ single person check should be ashamed of herself. Unfortunately I’ve come to hear this from others about people tipping themselves so just a fair warning to check your bill before paying for anything.“

“I love this place, friendly staff, cold beer and great music!!“

“Awesome place and it's pretty big. They always have shot and daily food specials on the weekdays, 2 pool tables, 30+ t.v.s, open everyday even holidays. The best part are the employees. They don't frown at you or act annoyed when you walk in. Nice place to unwind after a long day.“

“Service is the best. Great place to watch the games.“

“The Bolly Tolly Party was an unforgettable experience — these two DJs (DJ RAVI & DJ RAJ ) knew exactly how to keep the energy high and the dance floor packed all night! From Bollywood hits to Tollywood bangers, every track was perfectly mixed and kept the crowd vibing nonstop. The transitions were smooth, the beats were on point, and the atmosphere they created was electric.

Huge shoutout to DJ Ravi and DJ Raj for reading the crowd so well and delivering pure musical magic! If you’re looking for DJs who bring both talent and energy, these guys are the real deal. 💃🕺“