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Kristie’s 5-star review: The GV and I are still in a very serious relationship after all these years. It's always hard for me to pick a favorite of anything, because I love all things for different reasons. But if you put a gun to my head and told me I had to pick just one favorite bar, it would definitely be the Grapevine. I have never had a bad time here, and some of the regulars have become my friends over the years. Happy hour is my favorite time to roll in, especially when Jon or Kevin is working (balls to Gail for moving away!). In summary: Cheap drinks. Diverse crowd. Huge patio/roof top patio. Great bartenders. Best bar in town! -
Kristie’s 5-star review: So long old friend. I've had a great 17 year run with you and I'm heartbroken it's over. RIP -
Kristie’s 4-star review: Gah. Since my last review 3 years ago...RIP Matt. I plan on putting BST back in rotation. You can't beat their 1/2 price pizza night on Monday's. Their pizza is delicious. I think it's the crust. And the toppings. The tavern pizza is great. They use jimmy's sausage, pepperoni, mushrooms and red onions. Deee-licious! Service has been spotty over the years, but the last few visits everyone is nice and friendly. The patio has transformed a lot too, it's pretty badass. -
Kristie’s 4-star review: Stan's is still a favorite place of mine to watch football. We always try to sit at the same table, and I always order the mini corn dogs. Sometimes they need to be cooked a little longer, but they are usually good. Service is still pretty spot on! Stan's is just a good dive that always feels like home away from home since I've been going there for so many years. Not often enough to be a regular or even know who any of the weight staff are. Too bad about the Cowboys this year...I didn't get out to watch many games since I didn't want to be seen crying in public. -
Kristie’s 2-star review: My love affair with Sol's is pretty much over. What happened to the flavor? Everything is so bland. The cheese in my enchiladas hardened before I was even a few bites in so I let the rest go to waste, and left hungry. Bleh. Such a shame. -
Kristie’s 5-star review: I have neglected poor Amsterdam Bar. I went this past weekend and couldn't help notice the place looked less cluttered. I'm not even sure what was missing, but the vibe of the place seemed simpler. If that even makes sense. I met two new bartenders, and both were just as helpful as Sheldon always is. You can tell them what you are the in the mood for, and they always have recommendations. I love that sitting at the bar you can have conversations with the bartenders or other people at the bar. It's a very friendly and welcoming environment. I will be sure that my next visit is very soon. PS - the lambic banana beer is no more. After 2 years of asking for it I was finally told it had been two years since they had it. Sigh. -
Kristie’s 4-star review: My friend that works at House of Blues is who told me about West End Pub. I never would have known this bar existed, and I've even driven past the pub many a time. I guess I never paid attention, but the West End is (for the most part) dead to me. I was still skeptical about trying West End Pub out, mostly because of the name and my feelings of the West End (see previous statement). The first time I walked into WEP I was impressed. Free buffet during happy hour...just chips, queso, maybe some fruit and cheese, and some buffalo wings. But free is free! They have a decent selection of beers on tap with a full bar, and plenty of drink specials. I love sitting by the windows to watch the many people roaming the downtown area. There are also several couches in the middle of the room that are comfy if you can snag one. I've eaten here once, and had the ham and cheese sandwich. It's a pretty damn good sandwich. Not high end or anything, but better than what I would make at home. They also recently opened up a patio to accommodate the smokers. It's pretty much a makeshift patio, and I saw the bartender crawling through a window to get out to the patrons, but hey it's a patio! The best part of WEP is that it's $5 to park in the lot next to the building, and they have a bus that will take you to and from almost any event to the American Airlines Center. I'm talking front door drop off. The last couple of times I've been to AAC this is where we park, and have pre-drinks. Kickass! -
Kristie’s 4-star review: Awesome place! Definitely feels like a neighborhood bar. They have a pretty decent selection of beer, and the friend I was with was impressed with the choices of scotches. It was a little too chilly to sit out on the patio, but I imagine on a nice day that would be fun to do. The bartenders were super friendly. We played the juke box and talked music with them all night. The greasy smell from the kitchen was a little overwhelming, and I'm not sure if that's a good thing or a bad thing, but the menu looked good, so I will go back and try the food. -
Kristie’s 5-star review: I take it all back. After trying the burger a few times I finally had a burger that made me see what the hype was about. I went in a week or so ago and ordered the cheeseburger. It came out pink, which was wonderful. Good flavors and juicy. Dear baby burger jesus - I have seen the light. -
Kristie’s 5-star review: Happy 20 years to me and St. Pete's. When I chat with Pete and see photos of his kids growing up I'm like where did the time go and that's when I feel old and can say remember when I was in my 20's coming in here. I might be biased because this is my home away from home and I don't just go to eat; I go to catch up with all of the employees (RIP Teddy and Paul). I know to park in back and come through the back patio. Nothing makes me happier than hearing the squeaks in the hardwood floor and Pete saying "hi kiddo what's new". There's nothing like this homey/comfy restaurant in all of Deep Ellum. It's the type of place you could come in gym clothes or dressed up and not feel out of place and certainly not judged. There are stories behind every piece of memorabilia hanging everywhere which gives the restaurant even more character. It also has a dog-o friendly patio, TVs everywhere to watch sports and a juke box too. TLDR; great bar that can fit any style - date night, sports watching, patio hanging, I want to be left alone, I want to make new friends, I need a drink, I need food place. Support local. Support Pete, and buy me a piece of chocolate cake. -
Kristie’s 5-star review: RIP Julyly Alkey - there will never be another bar like you. : ( -
Kristie’s 5-star review: It took me a while to realize the front wooden patio is no more, but the back patio is one of the most underrated patios in Deep Ellum. It has everything you could ask for except people. I hardly ever see anyone out there. Granted the weather is not patio friendly right now, but on some Sundays there will be bands on the patio and its fun to kick back in the nice weather with a beer and listen to them play. Reno's is a no frills kind of place with friendly service and a rock-n-roll attitude. I've been going here for years, and it still kind of scares me. In a good way of course! -
Kristie’s 3-star review: Although I do kind of agree with some of the statements from the previous reviewers, I still think The British Rose is worth checking out, if you happen to be in the neighborhood. The first time I came here, I didn't have any expectations whatsoever, so that might be why I like this bar. I just knew of it as The British Rose, and it was in a shopping center area off Forest Lane. I met up with some friends one night, and had a good time. I've been back a handful of times since, and have usually enjoyed myself. A lot of the patrons are an older crowd. Some nights there may be about 20 people in the entire bar, but that doesn't stop the karaoke on Friday nights from happening. No sir! Overall I think if you leave your expectations at the door, you won't hate this place. It's not really a pub, there really isn't anything British about it. It more fits in with being a divey Dallas bar. -
Kristie’s 5-star review: I think if people knew ahead of time what type of place Angry Dog is that might eliminate the disappointment some feel after eating here. Angry Dog is essentially a dive bar. It once even had a pool table tucked in the back of the restaurant. After some renovations the pool table went bye-bye and made room for more tables. The food is pretty standard bar food. They just do it better than most.
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Kristie’s 5-star review: It's been a minute since I've updated my LH review. In the past couple of months I've had the perfect days/nights here. Our own Kaia V won friend of the day a couple of weeks ago (check out their FB page and you could win too). It was on a Friday where I got the day off early from work so we were at Lee Harvey's around 3:30pm. Only a few people were there. The weather outside was PERFECT! We sat outside and had the perfect time with perfect friends and perfect drinks! Last week we went for $1 taco night. You're seriously a winner with $1 tacos. The fish with the aoli sauce, the beef with the onions are just delicious and they are only a friggin $1. A DOLLAR. I sat at the bar this time since it was chilly outside (I'm a wimp) and some good friends joined me. I got to meet Timm the bartender, which I have known him forever it seems, and think I've met him before when he did a short run at Elbow Room. We all had a good time chatting and drinking and eating and hearing Timm and Kaz tell stories of some of the regulars. We eventually went outside when the fire pits were going and continued to have the best time ever. Of the 10+ years I've been going to LH I can't think of a bad time. In fact many of my greatest memories of being out and about involve this place. I'm dreaming of their perfect patio right now. -
Kristie’s 4-star review: On a quest to find something different to do for my birthday one of my friends suggested the Ginger Man. I thought it was a great idea, so I reserved the upstairs room for this past Saturday. It ended up being perfect since a lot of people came and went. Our waitress Krissy was on top of things and kept track of everyone's separate tabs. She kicked ass. I tried the new cheese plate they now offer (it's not on the menu yet) and it was good. It's no Libertine or Meridian Room cheese board, but the additions of humus and pita bread were a nice touch. Since we went early enough I don't think any of my friends had trouble finding parking. It was a definite win-win and everyone seemed to have a good time. -
Kristie’s 5-star review: I'm going on the record to tell say that you are dumb if you have not checked out LaGrange yet. Over the past couple of years I've spent two NYE's here with the Boys Named Sue, brunched many times, sat out on the patio on nice afternoons, enjoyed the adult snow cones, have seen many a band here also! I was super excited to see that Rock and Roll Tacos have set up shop here! Go now, sillies. : ) -
Kristie’s 4-star review: My friend Billy K would probably hate that I'm writing this review. He has been a long time patron of Ship's and thinks that Yelp let the little secret of what a gem this bar is out to the world. There's not much else I can say about the bar that hasn't been said already. Bring cash, feel free to bring your own liquor, and don't cuss. We ended up here yesterday afternoon. I took note of the decorations this time and realized it felt like Christmas at your Grandma's in the 70's with the wood paneling and all. Or 4th of July with all the patriotic stuff hanging around. The $2.75 Lone Star's really hit the spot and chatting with the regular afternoon bar patrons was a lot of fun. -
Kristie’s 5-star review: If I ever win the lottery and buy a big castle one of the rooms will look like this place. This is Dada's sister bar, which is attached, and you have access to Dada and the patio. Dada moved the old booths from their remodeled space to this room, so they line one wall. There's a pool table in the middle, and then three or four video games on the opposite wall. And a small bar near the back, and a juke box. They have free game night on Wednesday's so I'll be back fo sho. They also open earlier then Dada so this is a great place to have a drink or two before heading next door to catch a show. -
Kristie’s 4-star review: I don't make it to the Landing much at all, but have been a handful of times over the past 10 or so years. I enjoy this dive bar! It feels old; it's also dark and cozy. I love the juke box here and the fact that they haven't gone digital, and have some local bands in the mix. I don't think I have ever tried their burger, and after seeing the other reviews I'm going to make that a must do! Very soon! -
Kristie’s 5-star review: Sweet sweet Cosmo's. Still a great little divey neighborhood bar where Jackson never forgets your name. I don't know how he does it. They have updated the crappy TV in the corner, but it still plays old school movies. They even added a TV to the first place area, or at least I never remember being one there. I'm thinking heeey maybe I can come in and watch football some Sunday. We shall see. I'm not sure what goes on with the menu, but they still have pizzas, and I think one night it is chili dog night. Sweet! -
Kristie’s 5-star review: I have really failed as a Dallas resident to not have been to this bar sooner. So Dallas, I welcome you to my new favorite bar. It reminds me of bigger version of Ships. It's as dirty and old feeling as Ships, and you can bring in your own liquor, as they only serve beer. Harry, I assume the owner, is a delightful old man. Not only did he give me money to play the juke box, he bought our beers for me and my friend. So very nice. And my charming personality talked myself into Harry's pool tournament team. Giggle. But seriously he said they play on Tuesday's and Thursday's so I'm going to go check them out some time. I imagine that would be a fun group. The pro tip I learned is there is parking in the back, and to go through the back door. Don't be a total newb and go through the front. You'll get looked at funny. Who wants to meet me for happy hour? -
Kristie’s 5-star review: I love love love dive bars, and this is a true one by all means. The place looks like a dump from the outside and not a place I would have ever thought about going in to. Luckily, I have cool friends and they found this bar a few months back and I finally got to go check it out! The place looks old, and has that old true dive bar character to it. The owner is really nice and there is a bartender named Kristi that kicked butt. There are plenty of TV's around so we got to watch the Rangers game. The juke box is pretty good too. Yesterday they had a pot-luck BBQ for Memorial Day that was free! Home cooked meal, ftw! I will definitely be back! -
Kristie’s 3-star review: For a divey type bar I loved everything about this place, although I was only in for 1 beer, and I split a burger with my friend. The amazing burger I've heard so much about did not live up to the hype (should have listened to Megan M). The patty was so thin and overcooked. My friend and I both thought...meh. Our waitress/bartender was pretty awesome, though and I loved the old school country juke box. Lots of gold on that thing. I'd be back for booze if I was in the area again. -
Kristie’s 5-star review: This bar is definitely out of my Deep Ellum bubble, but I have a friend that bar-tends here so went to check this place out on Saturday. It's in a shopping center, and seriously huge inside. Was not expecting that. Belzie's has everything a dive bar needs: $1 jello shots, makeshift patio for the smokers, old regulars, a juke box and cheap booze.
