Tin Man Filling Station – Montecillo
El Paso
The bar stools are made from brightly painted kegs at this tiny and hip bar (and growler-filling station), which serves only Texas craft beers. The…
Must-see nightlife in Texas
Dallas
A fine French bistro, this culturally inspired local hangout has a vast selection of wines by the glass. Enjoy top global vintages, possibly with a plate…
Dallas
In Knox-Henderson, get down with the bitters, egg whites and 'what the hell is that in my glass?' vintage-cocktail craze. Exquisite little tapas plates…
Houston
It may be fairly new but this is already a classic Heights bar, given its huge patio, cheery yet juiced crowds, live music and good, cheap eats from the…
Houston
Great drinks (especially the margaritas), music and good times are the norm at this two-story house, complete with wraparound porches. There's tasty,…
Fort Worth
Keep the pint glass after sampling some Ugly Pug dark beer or Mr Wiggles double IPA as you burp your way through this fun tour. Watch for its beers around…
San Antonio
More than 100 years ago, Teddy Roosevelt recruited Rough Riders from this bar – which, incidentally, was a replica of the House of Lords Pub in London. To…
Houston
This popular Montrose gastropub has a dazzling selection of craft beers on draft from around the US and the globe, with everything from easy-drinking…
Dallas
Yes, that dude is really wearing a penguin suit. Schtick aside, the tiki-bar ambience, the good jukebox, the pool table and an until-11pm happy hour make…
San Antonio
With excellent coffees, creative cocktails and an inviting coffeehouse vibe (with outdoor seating as well), Halcyon makes a fine destination after a bike…
Flying Saucer Draught Emporium
San Antonio
More than 300 kinds of beer (from Abita Abbey Ale to Young's Double Chocolate Stout) make this place a beer-lover's paradise, as does the casual beer…
Dallas
There’s no missing this Deep Ellum pub, with its Mad-Max-meets-steampunk contraptions parked on the broad streetfront patio. There’s a stellar selection…
Austin
Traveling carnival? Haunted house? Or a European cafe with a great patio? North of campus, Spider House has a big, funky outdoor area bedecked with all…
San Antonio
There's plenty of room for everyone at the Bonham: although it's predominantly a gay bar, the sheer size of the place attracts a mixed crowd with drinking…
Houston
A jukebox and a vast selection of wines by the glass in a coffee shop? Yes, please. OK, so not everyone's discussing Greek philosophy here, but the…
Fort Worth
This upscale gastropub serves up locally sourced sandwiches and meaty mains in its downstairs dining room, but the real action is up on the roof, where…
Dallas
Toss back fine beers and munch sophisticated pub food here. There's a convivial neighborhood vibe, all wrapped up in a sultry retro setting. The main bar…
Dallas
Chill out in the 'lipstick lounge' or on the dance floor at Dallas' favorite lesbian bar, next door to its gay counterpart JR’s in the Oak Lawn…
Fort Worth
A spacious, airy Magnolia Ave strip cafe with a great cake selection that roasts its own coffee in a side-building, It's a laid-back place to catch up on…
Austin
If it ain't brewed in Texas, then it ain't on tap at this dark and cozy bar, which bursts with Lone Star pride. Yep, from the All Call kolsch to the…
San Antonio
A cozy little lounge in Alamo Heights with a subtle French flavor and a sprinkling of savoir faire. The barkeeps are friendly and they know their way…
Dallas
Among the most renowned gay bars in Texas, JR's serves lunch daily, and boasts all kinds of fun entertainment at night, including drag shows on Tuesdays…
El Paso
Too crowded inside? That's OK, we were heading to the beautiful patio to enjoy the nice weather anyway. This is a great place to unwind – and it's just…
El Paso
A unique spot in El Paso, this open-air beer garden is a great place to wind down after a long day – the folks here are some of the friendliest you will…
Fort Worth
Fort Worth's top brewery keeps six beers of its own on tap, plus a rotating array of guest brews. Enjoy in the exposed brick dining area or outside on the…
El Paso
This cheery and bustling little coffee shop near the UTEP campus has lattes and macchiatos galore, and you can also score sandwiches, crepes and even…
Dallas
A kitschy dive bar with a decades-long provenance. They contend the name has nothing to do with Lee Harvey Oswald (we hope not). Everything is an ode to…
Dallas
With over 80 selections of Mexican tequila, this bubbly downtown party spot is thronged for its happy hour. It's certainly the breeziest patio, with a…
San Antonio
This 18-and-up club is frequently open after hours, catering to a late-night crowd which comes for the huge dancefloor, techno music, theme nights and…
Austin
Oh, yes, there’s dancing. And oh, yes, it’s packed. (And how are you supposed to dance with all those people in there?) As much as the girls wish it were…
Dallas
Everyone's working on laptops and drinking arguably the Dallas area's finest coffee here: why not join them? The rich and creamy latte has caused may a…
Austin
This German biergarten has been around forever – or at least since 1866 – and its proximity to the capitol building has made it the traditional favorite…
San Antonio
This downtown bar is a nice alternative to the madness of the River Walk. Small and laid-back with a lounge-style atmosphere, it's usually pretty chilled,…
Austin
Hidden inside a parking garage, this cozy, dimly lit lounge draws a hip but not overly precious Austin crowd who give high marks to the first-rate…
Houston
You really can't get more kicked-back than a giant shaded deck with sports on the TVs and so many beers on tap. One of several around town, the Rice…
Flying Saucer Draught Emporium
Houston
At this big beer bar there are more than 200 types of brews, including drafts from local Houston microbreweries like St Arnold and elsewhere in Texas…
Houston
English pubs in this town are commonplace, but not ones in gorgeous brick buildings with lovely patios and giant outdoor chess games. There's typical pub…
San Antonio
See those great big brewing tanks behind the bar? That's your craft beer being made. The people-watching, the relaxed vibe and the location inside the…
Dallas
An airy, contemporary style cafe in the West Village area with plenty of outlets for your gear and strong coffee. Pastries and sandwiches for snacking,…
Houston
Start out on the chill back patio at this long-running – and welcoming – women's bar; after midnight, when the DJ comes on, migrate to the dance floor to…
