Top Bartenders Pick the Most Underrated Bars in Dallas

Every average Joe drinker out there has a smattering of Dallas bars and couch that they reckon are painfully underappreciated . But do you know who REALLY has an unbelievable mental list of them ? barkeeper . After all , they ’re not just your favorable server behind the joystick – they ’re log mileage at bar all over townspeople . Our 10 - bartender instrument panel is intimate with a wide cross discussion section of what ’s out there , especially the uber - coolheaded favourite of the service diligence that do n’t get enough love .

Austin Gurley ofHigh & Tight Barbershop

His pick : The Holy GrailPlanoThis unsung pub flop near the Frisco city limits may be underrated for … being powerful near the Frisco city limits . Those who do n’t mind the far northerly location cheer for the bar nutrient and astral beer pick , as well as a load down calendar of craft beer tappings and special events . Austin says : “ The Holy Grail in Plano is my choice . in person , this is my favourite bar in my hometown of Plano , but I think all of DFW should be aware of it . antic whiskey , beer , food , and an awesome educated staff . Its whiskey Price are also very on stage . Not exactly a place for a Knickerbocker , but if a dram of Lagavulin , a Bourbon Barrel Imperial Stout , and some kick - nates chili is what your look for , then you ’ll fall in love . ”

Kyle Hilla ofThe Theodore

His plectrum : the bar atTei - AnArts DistrictThis modishness Japanese dining destination is the go - to for eater wanting pricey , rare breeds of beef & seafood , and standout sushi . But the open secret is that the eatery has an insane bar program , not only turn out imaginative cocktail , but stocking some choice saki and Japanese whisky . Kyle says:“The legal profession at Tei - An would be my selection for the most underrated bar . The barkeeper , George Kaiho , not only always gives some of the better service in Dallas , he is also one of the most knowledgeable barkeeper I love . He is both a wine-coloured and saki sommelier , which makes him both a pupil and a teacher of his craft . I would urge his honey - infused cumquat Bee ’s Knees , an extremely refreshing cocktail to geminate with sushi . ”

Eddie Eakin ofRapscallion

His woof : The Libertine BarLower GreenvilleBelgium suffer Big D at this Euro - style saloon that ’s been every hophead ’s go - to since wayyy before local craft breweries begin popping up . There ’s still that magnificent beer leaning , simple-minded , scrumptious cocktails , and bistro food for thought to relish alongside all of it – all with a great view of the uproar on the street that ’s detonate all around it . Eddie says:“Great rotate pick of beer , pose - back pub atmosphere , and solid food . One of my favorite place to fuddle whisky . ”

Fernanda “Cubby” Rossano ofHigh & Tight BarbershopandFilament

Her pick : Dallas Fraternal Order of Eagles 3108andStrangewaysEast DallasOnce the Hg starts rise , the local subdivision of FOE turns into a hipster hot office , with its convivial pool , old - school feel ( and as old - school FOE members hanging about ) , and alert bar . meanwhile , the neighbourly vibration and comfortable patio of Strangeways keep as many people coming back as its out - of - this - world beer tilt . Fernanda says:“Two bar that pop up in my head as underrated are FOE and Strangeways . FOE has the cheap prices , Solo cup , and courteous , cool pool keep it interesting during the hot Texas summer . secondly , but first in my core , is Strangeways . Not only am I forever impressed by its beer list , but the food menu is on tip ! Chili - dusted fries , pork barrel lumbus tortas , and a take on street - style elotes that will blow you away . Tell Jose that Cubby sent ya ! ”

Phillip Smith ofParliament

His pick : Double WideDeep EllumDouble Wide is the name , poke park chic is the game at this prima donna that straddle Exposition Park and Deep Ellum . From its blink - and - you’ll - slip by - it corner , it attract die - hard regulars who stab the live medicine , kitschy décor , and the aptly list Cheap A$ $ Happy Hour . And where else are you going to find boozy beverages anchor by Tang and YooHoo ? Yes , thatYooHoo . Phillip says:“One of my favorite bars that does n’t get enough love is Double Wide . One of the safe vibes in the metropolis , barkeeper are awesome , and you ca n’t blank out the shot special every time the General Lee makes a jump . They also have my preferred mural in Dallas ( Barry Manilow at San Quentin ) . Just publish this fix me wish I was sitting under the [ bar ’s class - round ] Christmas lights now . ”

Jenny Park ofFilament

Her pick : Black Swan SaloonDeep EllumUnassuming is a great fashion to draw this Deep Ellum gemstone popular for its expert craft cocktail program hatch from the brain of barman Gabe Sanchez . Despite the fanfare fence the drinks , Black Swan still manages to keep a low - key air . It ’s that place that has n’t go down on up so huge that it does n’t still experience like it ’s yours , all yours . Jenny says:“Not much has changed since I first stumbled in there with a first engagement many years ago while exploring Deep Ellum … except for the crew ( it ’s grown ) . The drinks have always been systematically bully , whether it be a classic cocktail or an original macrocosm . The bartenders and staff are always friendly , and I lie with the neighbourhood atmosphere . There is still no signage of what kind of establishment it is on the exterior of the edifice , and I ’m sure I ’ve walk by it while count for it before . A true hidden jewel , if you will . ”

Brad Bowden ofRemedy

His pick : Blind ButcherLower GreenvilleWho would ’ve thunk a sausage department store would also tout a tremendous bar program ? Hey , beer and sausage balloon are besties , so it ’s not that much of a leap to round out the drinks card at this bespoke restaurant with o.k. cocktail . Just do n’t forget to quaff a local brew or a mixed drink while you ’re knee - trench in meaty links and poutine . Brad says:“They definitely have an one-time - school streak stave , so there is never any shortage of epic terrible jokes , uncollectible advice , and stimulating conversation . I usually have a beer and a shot of Bourbon dynasty when I am there , but there is a great all - around extract of libations to be found there . The prevention itself is a black hole . It is impossible to know what you are walking into when you open up the door , or , substantially yet , what ’s coming in . The possible action are multitudinous ! ”

Spencer Shelton ofBolsa

His pick : Industry AlleyCedarsThe boozy babe of Dallas bartending picture Charlie Papaceno , this low - lit Browning automatic rifle , a stone ’s throw from South Side on Lamar , is true to its name : a service industry favorite . On any given night , you’re able to find mixology luminary all over the joint . For the rest of us , there are great drinks , an intimate terrace , and pool , pinball game , and colonnade biz to fuel an even . Spencer says:“I know it ’s democratic within the industry ( evidently ) , but to the normal consumer , I do n’t cogitate it gets enough cred ! You have everything you love about a dive and everything you bang about a cocktail bar in one place ! From the smoky terrace filled with conversant face , express joy over a smoke and a Miller , to the expert bar faculty , stirring up world - class cocktails , Industry Alley just feel like home . ”

Christian Armando Guillen ofThe Standard Pour

His pick : T.B.D. KitchenThe ColonyYou’d best Uber on up the road if you ’re planning on hitting this Latin American eating place , because one cocktail from the stripe team here will have you wanting more . anticipate nuanced drinks with hefty influences from far in the south of the border , complete for wed with the authentic street food on the fare . Christian says:“T.B.D. Kitchen is not shop at enough due to the space . It ’s a minuscule bit of a drive , but worth it every single meter . Nothing pretentious about [ it ] . advanced and invite . ”

Angel Banda ofThe Mitchell

His pick : NovaOak CliffNova ’s that one eye - catching eatery on Davis – away from buzzy Bishop Arts – that many of us seem to forget is there . No worries – the neighborhood regular who populate the spot seem to care it that way , filling seats at the bar for chef - drive food and well - spin cocktail . It ’s like the practiced of all thing Oak Cliff : down to earth , with the correct pinch of fashion sense . Angel says:“It ’s the people ’s taproom , specially if you ’re ever there between 12 and 2[am ] – just a adept vicinity measure . Like an Applebee ’s , but with better food and better drink . The barkeeper there are awesome ! ”

Austin Gurley of High & Tight Barbershop shaking a cocktail