If it's always 5 o'clock somewhere, it's never too early to grab a refreshing cocktail. Whether stopping for a lunch break with colleagues, meeting a date or just going out with family and friends, there's a great Dallas cocktail bars for all occasions.
Next time you need to impress a guest or just want a creative and stylish sip, try one of these incredible and inventive hot spots. Boasting unique menus in a variety of locations, the options are the biggest and best around—just like Texas!
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1922 Greenville Ave. / Website
At Apothecary, bartending and cocktails are a work of art and evolution. The bar continuously explores new possibilities for delicious drink options. The unique cocktail menu includes three categories, and each level increases in complexity. Over The Counter features basic cocktails such as the Only Fans made with reposado tequila, passionfruit, lemon and Cassis caviar. Next is The Prescription category, where you'll find innovative cocktails like the Octopus' Garden made with tequila, liquid nitrogen, muddled herbs, oleo, pleated scotch, ink and charred octopus. Top-tier drinks can be found in the Illicit Elixirs category which features unique selections such as the Orange Julius Caesar made with shochu clarified orange, clarified tomato stock, clam essence, Greek yogurt and orange pickled onions. Every category has a bold option, so find the best one for you and go for it!
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6211 W Northwest Hwy / Website
Located on the ground floor of Preston Tower, Bernie’s is known for its art deco design and lounge atmosphere. With room for about 60 to 70 people, it is the perfect place for an intimate cocktail experience. The signature drink is a simple classic called Leslie’s Lemonade made with lemon juice, St. Germain and vodka. The Hemingway daiquiri is another favorite, made of Bacardi rum, Luxardo maraschino liqueur and grapefruit juice. There are also a few options for beer and wines by the glass or on tap. The space is welcome and open for visitors to enjoy a relaxing cocktail.
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2418 Allen St. / Website
With a 30-page drink menu and more than 100 craft cocktails to choose from, Parliament's stylish lounge creates the perfect date night vibe. Parliament is an award-winning cocktail bar in boasting one of the hippest happy hours in town. The innovative menu includes exceptional drinks such as The Killing Thyme's blend of gin, cucumber and thyme. House specials include the Hydro-tonic, a blend of strawberry-shishito pepper-infused gin with lime; and Fever-Tree tonic. It's worth a few return trips to sip your way through this extensive menu.
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4900 McKinney Ave. / Website
True to its name, Atwater Alley is hidden in the back alleyway of Henry’s Majestic. The mysterious speakeasy has two floors with lounge chair seating, perfect for smaller groups. The menu is small, but the signature Atwater cocktails made with rum, pamplemousse, lime, cinnamon egg white and Atwater lager. Other menu specials include the Arugula Melon Southside with honeydew infused tequila, fresh arugula, citrus black pepper and charged soda. Reviews boast of the bartenders’ attention to detail and innovation. If you tell them the flavors and liquors you like, they'll whip up something delicious and personalized just for you. Get your name on this coveted speakeasy list ASAP!
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2301 N Akard St Suite 210 / Website
Stay at your seat. Royal 38 brings the cocktails to you—and, if you’re lucky, they will even give you a front-row seat to the mixing process! This cocktail menu includes specialty vodkas, gins, tequilas, whiskys and rums. Try the Green Tara' with vodka, jasmine green tea, lemon, lime and vanilla bean; or the Just Peachy with bourbon, lemon, peaches and angostura bitters. Make sure to pop in for special seasonal menus, pop-ups and more.
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2901 Commerce St. / Website
Why book a trip to Mexico when you can go to Yellow Rosa Cockteleria? The hidden speakeasy transports guests to the beautiful beaches of Tulum and the cantinas of San Miguel de Allende. Cocktails feature agave-based spirits such as Sotol, Raicilla, mezcal and tequila for a true taste of Mexico. We love the Frozen Blueberry Mojito with Flor de Cana rum, lime juice, mint syrup and blueberries. You also can't go wrong with the Coupe de Ville, made with Calamity Gin, ginger and simple syrup, lemon juice, muddled strawberries and mint. On Thursdays they do $5 Ritas, so stop in and get your drink on!
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