DFW's Most Iconic Bars

Bars come and go in Dallas and Fort Worth fairly frequently. However, there are those that withstand both the test of time and the ever-changing and trending tastes of DFW denizens. These five bars quench thirst and the need for a special place to lay down your drink.

Forget ritzy sparkles and fancy footwear, Double Wide invites you in for some suds in your least swanky of threads. A tongue in cheek atmosphere of fun, Double Wide is notorious for its kick-back atmosphere and friendly patrons as well as some self-serve humor, some comforting drinks and an atmosphere where you can open your arms to new friends, double-wide.

A night at the Fort Worth Flying Saucer Draught Emporium, is a bar experience that is simply out of this world. Live music, trivia, and the endless list of sparkling beers make this place tops in the world of hops. There are beers on this list that are so diverse, one could bet money that they couldn't all be named by the most passionate beer-connoisseur. Funkwerks Apricot Provincial, Maui Lemongrass Saison, Ommegang Rosetta, and Silly Stupid Silly Sour are just a few of the countless varieties ready for your taste test. You'll have to make the Flying Saucer your new local hangout to try them all. What's stopping you?

Historical Fort Worth feels like a strut through history, where one could be carefree and just enjoy drinks and time with friends. White Elephant Saloon does just that. As an added bonus, it is smack in the heart of the Fort Worth Stockyards, making it a necessary stop on a stroll through these famous parts. Owned by Tim Love, let the new drinks and finery woo you in. Then take a look around and get to know the history of Fort Worth as you throw back suds held to the highest of standards yesterday to today.

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Born of two lodges, Dallas #22 and Columbia #66 over a century ago, Sons of Hermann Hall have withstood Dallas drama and continued to serve patrons in a legendary way. Quite frankly, Deep Ellum would not be the same without it. Open to the public for the last thirty-something years, patrons have seen it all. The design opens eyes wide in admiration at the Grand Staircase, ballrooms, and even the beautiful bar. Several movies and television shows have captured this for their audience. Currently, Sons of Hermann Hall is open for dancing, live music and of course, as always for refreshing drinks at the bar, served with style from now til forever.

What is more Texan than a honkey tonk? Good thing we've got one right here in the metroplex. Famous for its well-stocked bar, floor built for country dancing and electric bull-riding fun, Billy Bob's is always packed with people. Since the 1980's this floor has been stomped by countless fans of country culture, music and those who just want to see if they can last eight seconds without falling, this is a place everyone has to go at least once. Realistically though, you'll be thirsty to go back again and again. Just remember, more drinks make you brave, but not necessarily better at bull-riding.

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