The GOOD, the BAD and the UGLY! I really wanted to love this place BUT… So first the GOOD: I loved the street atmosphere which has a rustic street Café feel to it. The prices are very reasonable, considering the location and proximity to the cattle drive on exchange street. Now the BAD: we waited 27 minutes for a hotdog and hamburger with fries. There were five customers in front of us and the place was barely occupied. The food was not even lukewarm. It tasted like it had been sitting for at least 15 minutes unattended. My hotdog was so cold that the cheese they sprinkled on top of it never even melted it. The chili on the hotdog had no flavor whatsoever. The hamburger was average, but it was definitely cold. It seemed to us that they waited on the french fries to get done before they served the meal and that’s why everything was cold. We didn’t bother to complain because we didn’t have 27 more minutes to wait on another round. Finally the UGLY… I would definitely skip this place. It’s unfortunate because I really did like the atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
Keith Clark
I went on a Monday afternoon for lunch. The burger was pretty basic but the fries were very tasty. I don’t need to go back as I’m sure I can get a better burger on the same street. Might be better if there is live music if I come back.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
Ashley Gray
We were wandering the Stockyards over the summer, aka the surface of the sun season down there, and got lured into The Love Shack by the misting fans and the live music.
There were six of us (three adults, three kids) and we somehow scored a table off to the side where we could regroup, breathe, and debate whether we actually wanted food or just ice water forever. Ended up grabbing a quick bite and drinks and just hung out long enough to feel human again.
The staff was super friendly, the live music was great, and the whole scene made us feel like we were living the real “Texas experience” we’d hoped for. Burgers, music, people, lots of sweat.... but totally worth it.
Perfect little stop to cool off and reset before braving the heat again. Would totally go back… preferably when it’s not 900 degrees outside 😂🔥🍔🎶
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
Tonia Zerba
We chose this place based off reviews and pictures. We enjoy fresh cut French fries and fresh onion rings. Upon arriving at the location, there’s a huge menu out front.
Then as you enter, it’s an open air seating. It was a nice day, so it was nice to sit outside. However, we sat close to the stage, which smelled of cleaning solutions, over wet surfaces and urine. So not sure if there’s a homeless problem, but perhaps they were trying to mask the smell. It was not pleasant to smell while eating. Unfortunately, a group with two moms and a handful of loud young girls decided to take up 3-4 tables.
There was seating above, but my husband would not have been able to do the stairs.
Anyway, we sat and I opted to just place my order online and then get it when ready. It seemed to take the couple a while to order that we passed as we walked in. The est. time was 25 min. As we waited, about 15-18 min in, a note popped up in the app stating “there was an error and something about a refund”. So I walked up to check if there was a problem. I stood there a little over a minute because the guy never looked up and couldn’t hear me. Thankfully a vendor saw I had been waiting and got his attention. The guy checked the order and it was bagged and just sitting there. So not sure how long it was sitting because I didn’t receive notification it was ready.
The food was warm. But a bit soggy from sitting in a steamed bag. I was not impressed by the burger. It had a sour taste to it. The fries and onion rings were ok. Overall, I would have preferred to spent my $30+ at a restaurant and perhaps a better meal. I take some responsibility for the restaurant choice and seat location but I was being optimistic considering the reviews.
I usually take pictures of the food, but I guess I was in a hurry to get out of there, that I didn’t.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Camon Williams
Understand this is a bar but not worth the experience. Food isn’t good. Kitchen staff is under qualified. Everything was extremely dirty. Live music was nice. Bartenders friendly.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Love Burger
Maxine Massie
The food and packaging was horrendous. Service was pretty dry and not entertaining or energetic. We were never asked how our food was, or how we were doing. Food came half-ass wrapped, and wasn’t cooked fully. Certainly not the best experience I’ve had. Im not sure if it was just the day, but trash was more or less everywhere. Old beer cans and cups covered the roof on the balcony, and condiment wrappers were on the deck floor.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
Mona Khoshnevis
An incredible hidden gem at the heart of Fort Worth Stockyards! Filled with Texan vibe, music and people!
Dan The Man
This is a very cool place. Staff is friendly. But that's it. Friday for lunch it was not busy. They said 15 minutes for burgers, fries, and nachos. It took 45 minutes. Worst nachos I've had in my life. Extremely slow kitchen. Only reason to eat here is because of location. Anywhere else it would close up in no time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 1
Jacob Roberts
Expensive drinks good food small place nice people
If you’re lucky enough to snag a table upstairs at the Love Shack, you’ll have one of the best views in the Stockyards. Watching all the people walking up and down Exchange Street is half the entertainment—truly a great spot for people-watching!
While Love Shack only offers beer and canned drinks, it’s easy to step right next door to order a cocktail from the bar, so you still have plenty of drink options. There was a live band playing during our visit, and they were genuinely good—great energy and added a fun atmosphere without being too loud.
Overall, it was a really enjoyable experience. A casual spot with good vibes, great views, and a little bit of everything happening around you. Would definitely go again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Lucas Mcgary
They were closed early. We drove hours to eat here. Very disappointed
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Jonathan Guadian
I always enjoy coming here for good food and a great view from the upstairs balcony 👍🏼
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Omid Bensal
It took almost 2 hours for them to prepare two simple burgers which should take 20 minutes at max. Multiple customers left due to horrible service and mismanagement. Definitely my worst experience in Ft. Worth
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Timothy Cedor
The burgers are good but nothing special. The onions rings are hand cut and hand battered which is a lot better than the way most burger places do onion rings. Live music was a bonus.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Dirty Love Burger, Crazy Good Onion Rings, Love Burger, Sauce
The GOOD, the BAD and the UGLY! I really wanted to love this place BUT… So first the GOOD: I loved the street atmosphere which has a rustic street Café feel to it. The prices are very reasonable, considering the location and proximity to the cattle drive on exchange street. Now the BAD: we waited 27 minutes for a hotdog and hamburger with fries. There were five customers in front of us and the place was barely occupied. The food was not even lukewarm. It tasted like it had been sitting for at least 15 minutes unattended. My hotdog was so cold that the cheese they sprinkled on top of it never even melted it. The chili on the hotdog had no flavor whatsoever. The hamburger was average, but it was definitely cold. It seemed to us that they waited on the french fries to get done before they served the meal and that’s why everything was cold. We didn’t bother to complain because we didn’t have 27 more minutes to wait on another round. Finally the UGLY… I would definitely skip this place. It’s unfortunate because I really did like the atmosphere!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 1
I went on a Monday afternoon for lunch. The burger was pretty basic but the fries were very tasty. I don’t need to go back as I’m sure I can get a better burger on the same street. Might be better if there is live music if I come back.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 3
Service: 2
We were wandering the Stockyards over the summer, aka the surface of the sun season down there, and got lured into The Love Shack by the misting fans and the live music.
There were six of us (three adults, three kids) and we somehow scored a table off to the side where we could regroup, breathe, and debate whether we actually wanted food or just ice water forever. Ended up grabbing a quick bite and drinks and just hung out long enough to feel human again.
The staff was super friendly, the live music was great, and the whole scene made us feel like we were living the real “Texas experience” we’d hoped for. Burgers, music, people, lots of sweat.... but totally worth it.
Perfect little stop to cool off and reset before braving the heat again.
Would totally go back… preferably when it’s not 900 degrees outside 😂🔥🍔🎶
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
We chose this place based off reviews and pictures. We enjoy fresh cut French fries and fresh onion rings. Upon arriving at the location, there’s a huge menu out front.
Then as you enter, it’s an open air seating. It was a nice day, so it was nice to sit outside. However, we sat close to the stage, which smelled of cleaning solutions, over wet surfaces and urine. So not sure if there’s a homeless problem, but perhaps they were trying to mask the smell. It was not pleasant to smell while eating. Unfortunately, a group with two moms and a handful of loud young girls decided to take up 3-4 tables.
There was seating above, but my husband would not have been able to do the stairs.
Anyway, we sat and I opted to just place my order online and then get it when ready. It seemed to take the couple a while to order that we passed as we walked in. The est. time was 25 min. As we waited, about 15-18 min in, a note popped up in the app stating “there was an error and something about a refund”. So I walked up to check if there was a problem. I stood there a little over a minute because the guy never looked up and couldn’t hear me. Thankfully a vendor saw I had been waiting and got his attention. The guy checked the order and it was bagged and just sitting there. So not sure how long it was sitting because I didn’t receive notification it was ready.
The food was warm. But a bit soggy from sitting in a steamed bag. I was not impressed by the burger. It had a sour taste to it. The fries and onion rings were ok. Overall, I would have preferred to spent my $30+ at a restaurant and perhaps a better meal. I take some responsibility for the restaurant choice and seat location but I was being optimistic considering the reviews.
I usually take pictures of the food, but I guess I was in a hurry to get out of there, that I didn’t.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
Understand this is a bar but not worth the experience. Food isn’t good. Kitchen staff is under qualified. Everything was extremely dirty. Live music was nice. Bartenders friendly.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: Love Burger
The food and packaging was horrendous. Service was pretty dry and not entertaining or energetic. We were never asked how our food was, or how we were doing.
Food came half-ass wrapped, and wasn’t cooked fully. Certainly not the best experience I’ve had.
Im not sure if it was just the day, but trash was more or less everywhere. Old beer cans and cups covered the roof on the balcony, and condiment wrappers were on the deck floor.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
Service: 2
An incredible hidden gem at the heart of Fort Worth Stockyards! Filled with Texan vibe, music and people!
This is a very cool place. Staff is friendly. But that's it. Friday for lunch it was not busy. They said 15 minutes for burgers, fries, and nachos. It took 45 minutes. Worst nachos I've had in my life. Extremely slow kitchen. Only reason to eat here is because of location. Anywhere else it would close up in no time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 1
Expensive drinks good food small place nice people
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Water is gross. Below average, wouldn’t go back.
Restaurantji Recommends
If you’re lucky enough to snag a table upstairs at the Love Shack, you’ll have one of the best views in the Stockyards. Watching all the people walking up and down Exchange Street is half the entertainment—truly a great spot for people-watching!
While Love Shack only offers beer and canned drinks, it’s easy to step right next door to order a cocktail from the bar, so you still have plenty of drink options. There was a live band playing during our visit, and they were genuinely good—great energy and added a fun atmosphere without being too loud.
Overall, it was a really enjoyable experience. A casual spot with good vibes, great views, and a little bit of everything happening around you. Would definitely go again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
They were closed early. We drove hours to eat here. Very disappointed
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
I always enjoy coming here for good food and a great view from the upstairs balcony 👍🏼
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
It took almost 2 hours for them to prepare two simple burgers which should take 20 minutes at max. Multiple customers left due to horrible service and mismanagement. Definitely my worst experience in Ft. Worth
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
The burgers are good but nothing special. The onions rings are hand cut and hand battered which is a lot better than the way most burger places do onion rings. Live music was a bonus.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Dirty Love Burger, Crazy Good Onion Rings, Love Burger, Sauce
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