29 Best Cocktail Bars near Murphy

“We have been there twice and the food was really good both times. The ribs are great. Good flavor and fall right off the bone.🥰“

“We had a wonderful date night here. With the restaurant being open only a week this was our first time at this location. The owner and our waitress were very kind and listen to our feed back and instantly implemented improvements to better serve. The food was wonderful. We will certainly return soon.“

“Goldie’s wasn’t just exquisite—it was restorative.

I went solo, not out of necessity but intention. I wanted to savor something quietly beautiful, and Goldie’s delivered in every way. The food was a symphony of warmth and precision: flavors that lingered, textures that comforted, and plating that whispered elegance without shouting. I took my time, letting each bite remind me that solitude can be a celebration.

From the moment I stepped in, the host greeted me with a kind smile and said, “We’re so glad you’re here. Some nights are meant for just you and the food.” It wasn’t just a welcome—it was permission to be fully present.

My server was phenomenal. Respectful, intuitive, and genuinely uplifting. They didn’t just take my order—they guided me through it, offering suggestions that felt tailored to my mood. Every recommendation hit the mark, and their presence made me feel cared for without ever hovering.

And the rest of the team? They moved like a quiet orchestra—refilling water before I even noticed it was low, checking in with subtle grace. It was hospitality at its finest: unobtrusive, thoughtful, and deeply human.

Goldie’s reminded me that dining alone isn’t lonely—it’s a chance to reconnect with yourself, especially when the people around you treat your presence like a gift.“

“Excellent food, very friendly staff.“

“I have been here about 10+ times, every time A+++ all servers are Great. Food is Awesome and Lunch menu is great price. Will be back again and again.“

“Food was amazing; atmosphere is nice- somewhat romantic and friendly. The staff was really kind and on it! Had a great experience; would highly recommend. The fish tacos were absolutely delicious as well as the honey garlic salmon bites. Five stars!“

“Great service, beautiful vibe loved the music 🎶 that was playing overhead. My waitress Alex was AMAZING! This place gets 5 stars. My 10% discount was much appreciated!“

“Great food, the service was that of a 5 star restaurant.“

“Wonderful service. Adam was our server and he went above and beyond!“

“Servings and service are always more and better than expected!!“

“Ordered dinner. - was terrific! My Cheese Chili Relleno was amazing. It is hard to find a Chili Relleno that is so tasty. The flavor was just fantastic! That made my day - thanks so much!“

“Did our wedding catering and 💯 recommend very professional food was amazing 🤩. All our guests loved it.“

“It was our first time at Johnny’s and it didn’t disappoint! Our food was very flavorful and we received it super fast. Service was also great! Will be back again soon!“

“Absolutely loved this place! Genevieve was our server and delivered excellent service! She was so sweet and patient. The outdoor area with games is so fun. I will be going back 💗“

“Recomendable atención del personal, sabor a la comida y buen ambiente te hacen sentir cómodo precios accesibles gracias amigos acá y allá“

“This place has it all, great food and 50 beer taps! Love it!“

“Solid spread of options on the menu. Went with the appetizer crab cake, spicy rigatoni, basil pesto pasta, and the steak frites. The pasta’s were both ok, liked the spicy rigatoni more but not a ton of flavor. The crab cake was phenomenal, great texture and flavor and it was massive. Steak frites was also a win, shoestring fries and a flank steak cooked perfectly medium rare, which for a to-go order is a tall task. Staff was friendly when I went to pick up the food and the inside of the restaurant looked modern and nice.“

“The food is always on point the bartenders know exactly what to recommend the seafood is always fresh and the sides are always delicious.“

“Great please for dinner 😋😋😋“

“So we went to Rodeo Goat for a few drinks before dinner. I asked our bartender, Anna, for an extra sweet bourbon Manhattan on the rocks. This is probably not a common order. She was gone for quite a while and I said to my husband, "She probably had to look up how to make it." Well, she did and it was outstanding. I wish more bartenders would do this!! I have been to numerous upscale restaurants in the area and, honestly, this is the best drink I have ever had. Anna was a delightful, professional bartender and a credit to Rodeo Goat. We will be back. Thanks , Anna, for caring for what you do. Wish we could spread that across the universe. :)“

“Exceptional food and service! And it was such a delight to work with Janelle and the baking team to create a custom ice hockey birthday cake for my husband. Thank you!“

“One of the best seafood restaurants in the country. Whenever I am in town I always stop by this restaurant. And we usually order fried calamari and crab spinach dip for starters. Now main dish of choice depends of what we’re craving. Their lobster bisque remind me of home. They have huge portions (everything bigger in TEXAS) and great variety of seafood meals to pig out on. A+ restaurant“

“FORNEY LOCATION It’s like the brunch gods finally read my mind. Since 2016, I’ve been hoping for a spot that checks all the boxes—great food, solid service, a chill atmosphere, and a menu that doesn’t force you to pick between taste and your cholesterol. To make sure it wasn’t a fluke, I ate there four times this week. You know, for research. It’s only 2 miles from my house, which is both a blessing and a threat to my wallet. The menu? Eclectic and actually healthy—real, flavorful options that don’t feel like you’re being punished for trying to eat clean. The vibe is modern and fresh, with a light “Couchman-style” house beat playing—loud enough to catch a groove, soft enough to hold a conversation. Although I don’t drink, they’ve got a fully stocked bar if you’re into that day-drinking lifestyle. Mimosas for the win, no judgment here. Shoutout to Maddie, who served me 2 of the 4 times I went. Young, friendly, and totally on point—she knew the menu, offered great recs, and made the whole experience even better. Service across the board was consistent. Also worth noting: the male servers all look like they could moonlight as personal trainers or possibly perform at LaBare. I’m not saying they do… I’m just saying they could. All in all, this place has every ingredient to become a Forney favorite, if not a full-blown local legend.“

“Omg I love this place! Had a very welcoming atmosphere. The food was delicious. We had the Mac and cheese bites, wing basket. And the hot honey pizza and we loved everything! Our server was Gavin and he was on point! Our drinks and food came fast, he was friendly and professional, and we never lacked his attention. Superb service and place!!!!“

“Buen servicio, un ambiente para toda la familiar, buena música súper padre 1000 recomendado 👍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“Great food, great service and good vibes! Highly recommend this place.“

“WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE! Our entire order of 5 turned out amazing. I’m not kidding you. Our party had a couple of picky eaters and even they loved and enjoyed what they ordered. Ok so we ordered the the bruschetta sampler, three bruschetta styles one style was topped with the butteriest filet. I ordered the chicken limone, it was the juiciest chicken filet on a bed of garlic mashed potatoes topped with the perfect lemon caper cream sauce. Definitely will be back very soon!“

“Súper buen ambiente, excelente servicio“