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Dallas' 4 favorite bars (that won't break the bank)

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Published on March 23, 2020
Dallas' 4 favorite bars (that won't break the bank)Windmill Lounge. | Photo: Mary S./Yelp

Wondering where the finest bars are near you that don't cost a fortune?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the most excellent affordable bars in Dallas, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best places to imbibe on a budget.

1. Uncle Uber's

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Topping the list is Uncle Uber's. Located at 2713 Commerce St. in Deep Ellum, the gastropub, which is known for its sandwiches, burgers, beer and more, is the most popular inexpensive bar in Dallas, boasting 4.5 stars out of 1,220 reviews on Yelp. 

Yelper Lizette R., who reviewed Uncle Uber's on Jan. 31, wrote, "Happy hour 4-8 p.m. every day, where are you going to get that? They've got all types of sandwiches and vegan burgers. Check their tall cans for only $3 during happy hour!"

And Sara C. noted, "I know the the Deep Ellum area can have some expensive eateries, but this place is affordable and delicious! ... They do have beer here and fountain drinks."

2. Bishop Cider Co.

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Next up is the Bishop Arts District's Bishop Cider Co., situated at 509 N. Bishop Ave., Suite C. With 4.5 stars out of 156 reviews on Yelp, the bar and cidery has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an economical option. 

In the words of the business' Yelp profile, "We are a unique cidery, making a large variety of ciders that never leave our facility to be mass-produced," it explains in the section about specialties. "We put every offering through a rigorous test, with the goal to make the most interesting, complex, flavorful ciders that we know will leave you craving more."

Furthermore, "Our cidery offers a live music stage, 12 ciders on-tap and a free tour every Saturday at 12:30 p.m. Our tasting room sells cider flights of six different ciders, and is walking distance from many of Dallas' best restaurants."

3. Windmill Lounge

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Oak Lawn's Windmill Lounge, settled at 5320 Maple Ave., is another prime choice, with Yelpers giving the low-cost bar four stars out of 101 reviews.

"The Windmill Lounge is a total dive bar," wrote Yelper Rachel R., who reviewed Windmill Lounge on March 3. "They have a fairly good happy hour menu, but even when it's not happy hour, the drinks are still reasonably priced. The selection is ample, and the cocktails are made well."

Yelper Chris B. added, "If [you're] looking for a fantastic dive bar, this is the place. Great selection of music on the jukebox, excellent drinks at amazing prices and very friendly staff."

4. Strokers Ice House Bar & Grill

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Last but not least, there's Strokers Ice House Bar & Grill, a budget-friendly bar and traditional American restaurant in Love Field Area, with four stars out of 73 Yelp reviews. Head over to 9304 Harry Hines Blvd. to give it a go for yourself. 

Yelper Chelsea O., who reviewed Strokers Ice House Bar & Grill on Oct. 26, said, "Great spot to grab a beer with friends! Live music and food to snack on. Everyone is so friendly."

Steven G. wrote, "This bar has great food and drink prices. ... Every time it rains, beer is $1. Who can top that?"


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