If you're interested in new Fort Worth bars, consider dropping into one of these new spots. From a traditional speakeasy with modern twists to a spot where you can wine, dine and bowl, the newest bars in Fort Worth are anything but ordinary.
Niles City Hall
112 E. Exchange Ave., Stockyards
Niles City Hall is a speakeasy with Western flair that serves both classic and modern cocktails.
Its cocktails include classics like the Ward Eight (rye whiskey, lemon juice, orange juice and grenadine), the Last Word (gin, green chartreuse, maraschino and lime juice) and the Bees Knees (gin, lemon juice and honey). It has signature cocktails as well, including the La Palabra (tequila, lime juice, lavender, simple syrup and maraschino) and the Maple Peach Old Fashioned (rye whiskey, maple syrup and peach bitters). (See the full menu here.) It also serves up beers and wines.
According to its site, it's located in a historic gambling hall space that dates back to 1911 in the heart of the Fort Worth Stockyards. It's also an event space that hosts daily live music.
Yelpers are excited about Niles City Hall, which currently holds five stars out of three reviews on the site.
Nadine R., who reviewed the bar on May 26, wrote, "The decor is true Texas saloon — longhorns, Stetson hats, lots of wood and brass. I expected just the usual cowboy saloon drinks, but the cocktail menu showed a wide variety of modern options that looked rather interesting."
Rebeca H. noted, "Amazing cocktails! The Old Fashioned is legit! The atmosphere is 1920s original cocktails. A ton of selection. Great music, laid back atmosphere! I loved it!"
Niles City Hall is open noon–midnight Sunday–Thursday and noon–2 a.m. Friday and Saturday. It is closed on Monday.
The Yard
3017 Morton St., Arlington Heights
The Yard is an 18,000-square-foot beer garden and dog park with live music.
It has private karaoke rooms, multi-level balconies, over 70 brews in its beer garden, and a rooftop patio with views of Fort Worth's skyline, per its website. There are also arcade games and a miniature golf course.
Besides serving up alcohol, you can grab food from food stalls and food trucks that are on-site, which cycle out on a regular basis.
The Yard currently holds three stars out of four reviews on Yelp, but it's still early days.
Yelper Krixia Lee F., who reviewed it on June 17, wrote, "Loved this place so much! Spent Father's Day here and got to spend time with the dogs and the family! Will be coming back!"
Yelper Keryl M. wrote, "The venue was great. My biggest complaint is that I ordered three bobble shots of Tito's ($45) and it was a 2-ounce single pour. Don't cheat people."
The Yard is open 4 p.m.–2 a.m. Monday–Friday and 2 p.m.–2 a.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Pinstripes
5001 Trail Bend Circle, Clearfork
Pinstripes is a New American eatery and cocktail bar that doubles as a bowling alley.
If you're here for drinks, you can expect a wine list, craft whiskeys, beers and cocktails. Among the cocktails, look for the Limoncello Martini (limoncello, Grand Marnier, fresh lemon, citrus sour mix and lemon twist), the Salty Dog (Stoli vodka, rosemary syrup, grapefruit juice, salt rim and rosemary sprig garnish) or the Gintilly Fizz (Hendricks gin, elderflower liqueur, Hum botanical spirits, white grape juice and blueberries). (See the full drink menu here.)
For food, it serves up lunch, dinner and brunch, as well as a happy hour and late-night tapas menu.
Besides bowling, you can also play some bocce ball.
Pinstripes' current rating of 3.5 stars out of 34 reviews on Yelp indicates the newcomer is finding its way.
Yelper Ali C., who visited on June 3, wrote, "I would say it's 60 percent bar/restaurant and 40 percent games. They have a couple of bowling alleys downstairs and some upstairs. This is more of a place you can go eat and drink and play a bowling game on the side if you want."
Hang L. added, "The food was amazing! I had the fettuccine Bolognese and it was very flavorful and meaty. I was lucky enough to try some of my friend's boneless ribs and it was delicious! The meat was so tender and juicy."
Pinstripes is open from 11:30 a.m.–10 p.m. on Monday-Thursday, 11:30 a.m.–1 a.m. on Friday, 10 a.m.–1 a.m. on Saturday, and 10 a.m.–10 p.m. on Sunday.
3rd Street Bar and Grill
425 W. Third St., Sundance Square
3rd Street Bar and Grill is the latest venture for Al Abbood, who has previously owned both Z Grill and Sonoma Grill.
The bar has an extensive list of bottled and draft beers, a wine list, plus varieties of scotch, whiskey, vodka, gin, tequila and rum. (See the full menu here.)
The menu is eclectic American, including cuisine like pizzas, sandwiches, steaks, seafood and more.
You can also catch live music there occasionally.
3rd Street Bar and Grill currently holds 3.5 stars out of 16 reviews on Yelp, indicating fair reviews.
Yelper Jason L., who reviewed the bar and eatery on June 10, wrote, "Great place to catch a game and have some food. It's not the best food in the world, but for bar food it was better than I had expected."
Jennifer J. noted, "Seriously, the absolute best service, a great bar and food selection and we had a great time! We will definitely be back! I highly recommend the charcuterie board as an appetizer! The jalapeño jelly is amazing!"
3rd Street Bar and Grill is open from 11 a.m.–midnight on Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.–2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 11 a.m.–10 p.m. on Sunday.
