North Richland Hills is getting a new late-night hangout with a serious smoke ring. Barrel & Bones, the Dallas-area barbecue spot known for its deep bourbon list and playful spin on smoked meats, is opening a new outpost in town and will officially cut the ribbon this Friday with live music in tow. The restaurant is promising weekend brunch and food and drink service that runs into the early morning hours, a setup that is still uncommon in the Tarrant County suburbs. Expect a mix of classic barbecue plates and more experimental dishes tailored to both brunch fans and night owls.
According to CultureMap Fort Worth, the new Barrel & Bones is moving into 9143 Grapevine Hwy., Suite 620, near Precinct Line Road. Grand-opening plans for Friday include a 4 p.m. ribbon cutting, followed by live music from DFW singer Jack Mason, and opening-day drink specials. CultureMap Fort Worth also notes this is an expansion of a brand that already runs locations in North Dallas, The Colony and Carrollton.
Barrel & Bones details its weekday and weekend offers on its specials page, including daily happy hour from 3 to 6 p.m., half-price brisket burgers on Mondays, $2 tacos on Tuesdays and whiskey-focused pours on Wednesdays. The page also promotes late-night pricing and menu items that kick in around 10 p.m., along with brunch touches such as bottomless mimosas during weekend late-morning hours at select locations. Several DFW locations list typical hours of 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., underscoring the chain’s emphasis on serving the after-hours crowd.
“We’re excited to bring Barrel & Bones into Tarrant County,” Mark Kelcher of operator Kelcher Entertainment Group said in a release to CultureMap Fort Worth. He noted that customers have been asking the group to plant a flag on that side of the Metroplex for years.
What To Expect From The Menu
The menu keeps the smokehouse staples front and center, with brisket, turkey and sausage, then stretches into less traditional territory with items such as chicken tinga tacos, a Brisket Montecristo, stuffed avocado and stuffed French toast, all built for sharing or late-night snacking. Menus posted on delivery platforms like DoorDash and on the chain’s online listings show brunch favorites such as chicken and waffles and migas tacos alongside smoked-meat platters and an extensive whiskey lineup.
Grand Opening Details And Practical Info
North Richland Hills lists Barrel & Bones among the businesses that received certificates of occupancy last fall, confirming that the space is ready for business. For the most current hours and a full rundown of weekly specials, the chain advises checking its website and menu pages, which are being updated with information for the new North Richland Hills location.
