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Bottoms up: The 5 best pubs in Dallas

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Published on March 12, 2019
Bottoms up: The 5 best pubs in DallasNickel and Rye. | Photo: Don J./Yelp

Looking to try the best pubs in town?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top pubs in Dallas, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to fulfill your urges.

1. Cock & Bull

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Topping the list is Cock & Bull. Located at 6330 Gaston Ave. in Northeast Dallas, the dive bar and traditional American spot is the highest rated pub in Dallas, boasting 4.5 stars out of 184 reviews on Yelp.

Try the Chicago-style pub dog. It was listed in the top ten best hot dogs in Dallas by CRAVEdfw. If you are not in the mood for late-night food and drinks, stop by on Saturday or Sunday morning for brunch.

2. The Old Monk

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Next up is M Streets' The Old Monk, situated at 2847 N. Henderson Ave. With four stars out of 483 reviews on Yelp, the pub has proven to be a local favorite.

The Old Monk, established in 1998, is furnished with "lights from a monastery in Pennsylvania, a back bar from a chemist's shop in England and a turn-of-the-century altar door," according to its website.

Yelper Glenn A. wrote, "The pub with ambiance and a patio to boot ... the Old Monk is a great place to meet friends, to hang or catch up. In addition to an awesome beer list and full bar, the Monk has the best bar food I have found."

3. The Ginger Man

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Oak Lawn's The Ginger Man, located at 2718 Boll St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the pub four stars out of 354 reviews.

The drink menu includes beer, wine, ciders and cocktails. Order an appetizer or flatbread for the table or stay for a full meal and choose from their selection of sandwiches.

Yelper Jason L., who reviewed The Ginger Man on Feb. 21, wrote, "The inside is very nicely decorated — very home-style and open space. We decided to try the flatbread and dip, which both were perfectly made."

4. Ten Bells Tavern

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Ten Bells Tavern, a pub and British spot in Oak Cliff, is another go-to, with four stars out of 276 Yelp reviews. Head over to 232 W. Seventh St. to see for yourself.

Ten Bells Tavern describes itself as a British pub with a Texas beer garden. The menu features small plates, entrées and late-night snacks.

Yelper Kathryn P., who reviewed Ten Bells Tavern on Feb. 23, wrote, "Lived up to the reviews. Low key and comfortable with super bartender. Surprised at how good the calamari was."

5. Nickel and Rye

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Over in Uptown Dallas, check out Nickel and Rye, which has earned four stars out of 261 reviews on Yelp. You can find the pub and cocktail bar at 2523 McKinney Ave.

The American-style pub serves up handcrafted cocktails, craft beers, rye whiskeys and a menu of flatbreads, sandwiches and burgers.

Yelper Rogelio S., who reviewed Nickel and Rye on Sept. 17, wrote, "Nice dive bar atmosphere, lots of TVs, nice live music, good food and great service. But the plus to me is that they have a very nice bourbon selection."


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