20 Best Dive Bars near Kennedale

“If you're a smoker this is your place, I'm not a smoker and was invited by a coworker that is and I have to say met some of the most down to earth people! Reminded me of the show Cheers, everybody knows you're name.
Sherry the bartender walked up beside me even though I was obviously not a regular, sticks her hand out and says, Hi my name is Sherry!
Met some of the people that are regularly at the bar. Mary, Johnny and others.
Not a Non Smokers place but the service and conversation are amazing!
Thanks for the invite Tina!“

“Great night of dancing. Wednesday is the best for ladies night and dance lessons. Great bands on the weekend.“

“But prefer if it was non-smoking!!“

“OMG....My new BEST place!! Why no previous reviews (that I read) mentioning the POKER table game going on?? Was my 1st visit here but will NOT be my last! I am known as OG & I am an 'older lady' (66 going on 26) who loves, Loves, LOVES shooting pool & dancing to the music!! I felt accepted & loved immediately!! I'm in heaven right now with the good music, playing pool with Tanner & Brooke & having a GREAT TIME!!!! No judging here. You are our people when you walk thru the door!! Sheet can get a little crazy as the day's end approaches & as the booze rolls on but WTF, love it or leave it! We come to chill, playing games, converse, dance to the music, just let it all hang out, de-stress & have a good time!! NO one allowed to drive home drunk. Ain't happening, love y'all too much!! Someone will help ya or last resort...The police can come get you to make sure you get home safe...eventually. LMAO!! Everyone looks Ain't happening, love y'all too much!!!! I'm next on the pool table after I feed the jukebox for some tunes!! Later my friends!!“

“Favorite dive bar. Karaoke is Thursday nights. They have a DJ Wednesdays. They got a jukebox too. Cheap drinks. Comfortable chairs and the bar is the centerpiece. This place is for drinking and talking. Cozy. Treat the bartenders with respect, I've seen people come in and think they can be rude.“

“Great place to make new friends“

“this place is AMAZING. GREAT STAFF! Dress up or dress down. You can have a great time no matter what. The BEST local "watering hole" in Arlington.“

“love this bar! safe dive with great atmosphere!“

“I visited yesterday (3/5/2026) for the first time after The Happy Armadillo was recommended by someone I meet at No Frills in Burleson. Lo and behold, she was actually there during my visit, which made my visit all the more eventful and enjoyable.
There weren't that many people, because it was about lunch time, but I absolutely love this place. It's a small, quaint, and the people are amazingly friendly. It encompasses everything I imagine when picturing a neighborhood bar.
I'm so glad the bartender (Gretchen) said they served Banquet. Otherwise, I wouldn't have gone. I wish they had it on tap, but the bottles did the job 😁
Thank you, Happy Armadillo. I'll be back. I'd like to try some of the food, too.“

“Great food great music love the crowd gotta come see this place!“

“The party melt smashed was very delicious and it was more then enough for me. The thick shakes and the old fashion names of the soft drinks blew me away. The barrels of assorted pickles were also a bonus as well. I will definitely return here again and recommend it to others.“

“I was in Dallas for work, I didn’t know anyone out here so I looked for a bar to hang out at and this one was perfect. The atmosphere was there. The bartenders are really nice. I just needed to get out of the hotel but I enjoyed hanging out there would definitely recommend!“

“Sun atmosphere and great band with a friendly staff! Awesome sound man as well!“

“We love coming to the Cave. Great drinks n great vibes. Very relaxing!“

“Came in with our Irreverent Warriors Veteran Suicide Prevention hike with 100 thirsty folks and Taylor was up for the task! Served drinks quickly and when someone dropped a glass he was there in 15 seconds to clean it up. He even wore a mental health awareness shirt today knowing the battles our tribe faces. Thanks Taylor. Love you brother!“

“I haven’t even been here yet but just from reading the owner’s responses to certain bad reviews (which are hilarious by the way) I am a fan! Actually, whenever I am having a bad day or am bored I just reread some of those reviews and responses.

I can’t wait to try this place out. I’d probably be a regular if I lived closer.“

“beer is cold music is good people are friendly“

“I hadnt been in this place in a while. came in and found out that the manager had retired which was a bummer she was very nice attentive and friendly. Whomever they put in her place needs training on how to treat customers she was very rude but friendly to what I assume were regulars It took about ten minutes to get my first drink after that I was not acknowledged at all. Needless to say I will not return.“

“Nice clean bar, food is very good, friendly atmosphere and staff and they run a great Golf society.“

“great food. great service and employees were very attentive to their customers“