Top 5 Cocktail Bars in Texas

14190 FM2305, Belton, TX 76513, United States

“Veteran friendly. I paid nothing to get in. Definitely want to wear water shoes. The lake is filled with beer cans/bottles and such. Overall, the boats abide by the rules of how close they can get to the shoreline so it makes it safe to swim. (No lifeguard so swim at your own risk) Great place to go walking and look at the beautiful scenery.”

2821 Morton St, Fort Worth, TX 76107, United States

“Came with a large group for a bachelorette party & received amazing service from our waitress Kim! This is the best service I’ve had at this Bottled Blonde location. Our Bride had a great time!!”

136 E Grayson St, San Antonio, TX 78215, United States

“This place is incrediblely comfortable and is such a vibe. Absolutely love this bar. Great place to chill with friends and just talk. Great drinks and great service. Just know it's not cheap but it's worth it”

1201 Caroline St STE 100, Houston, TX 77002, United States

“Visited here last Saturday evening and while it was practically empty, with maybe 2 other patrons there was an overly obnoxious chick at the end of the bar (I’m guessing friends or coworker of the 2 male bartenders) she was just talking/yelling almost as if to draw attention to herself. Her loudness kinda killed the vibe of the place so we only had 1 and left. The bartender was really cool and helpful though. I really liked this place otherwise and would definitely recommend it if you’re in the area for a good cocktail. We ordered the “Snow on the beach” and “Brown derby” . Both were extremely tasty and well made.”

2518 Yale St, Houston, TX 77008, United States

“Johnny's Gold Brick is your classic neighborhood bar with a little something for everyone. Whether you're a beer aficionado or a cocktail connoisseur, Johnny's got you covered. Their tap list features local brews alongside familiar favorites, but the real stars of the show are the cocktails. The bartenders here are wizards behind the bar, crafting classic concoctions with a twist and inventive new creations that change with the season. Beyond the drinks, Johnny's has a warm and inviting atmosphere. The cozy space is decked out with comfy booths, a friendly vibe, and just the right amount of buzz to make it a great place to hang out with friends or meet new people. They also have a killer patio for those sunny Houston days.”

313 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701, United States

“If you’re really into cocktails this might not be your spot as the custom menu wasn’t great (all the drinks have a few too many ingredients). If you’re just looking for a cool speakeasy-type vibe then this is the place to go.”

3201 Allen Pkwy Suite 190, Houston, TX 77019, United States

“Charming, cozy cocktail bar. Scented with candles and intimate lighting. Festive music and attentive servers. Great date place! Lovely drinks. I wish my coffee was like the Coffee martini everyday. The spicy watermelon is very refreshing with spicy ending. Check Clarkwood!”

2950 Thousand Oaks Dr #5, San Antonio, TX 78247, United States

“This bar has the best food and drinks, the environment and staff is very relaxing and friendly. It was a nice place to try with people of all ages. I like how they have live karaoke and bands performing weekly.”

5746 Larkin St, Houston, TX 77007, United States

“What a cute little casual bar that is walkable from my cousin’s place! Their food was surprisingly really good. Their truffle fries were the best, and the queso and pretzel was also very tasty. I had their strawberry basil rita was fresh and light. The offer happy hour until 7pm so get there before then if you can!”

1300 S Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78704, United States

“The ambiance is just as the name describes, very Polynesian feel for sure. Well it took 18 minutes for anyone to even acknowledge our presence, the food was good nothing I would crave, and being from Hawaii I was pumped about the homemade spam, it was good but nothing like the reviews were saying in my opinion. Drink were on a whole different level, the flavors were absolutely amazing balance of sweet n sours and Smokey, great drinks. It is definitely a place to bring a couple friends or a couples night to share some drinks and pupus.”

2101 Cedar Springs Rd r125, Dallas, TX 75201, United States

“The energy in here was intense during my visit on a Saturday night. Despite both floor levels being packed, it was fairly easy to get drinks at the bar. The bartenders obviously took pride in making their amazing cocktails some of which seemed rather intricate. Tips were automatically added to checks, but with service already being great, I wasn’t bothered by that.”

2404 E 13th St ste b, Brownsville, TX 78521, United States

“I’m not much of a seafood lover but this place turned me into one lol the shrimp and ceviche I had was so fresh and super delicious. My Michelada was sooo good overall presentation of my drink and food was exquisite. Absolutely delicious y’all won’t regret going!! Oh and waiters are super nice and eye candy🫣😄 he even gave us extra salsa to take home cause it was that good!”

5148 Broadway, San Antonio, TX 78209, United States

“My stop at The Winchester is always unique but mostly satisfying. I enjoy people watching, but the ambiance is a bit more reserved than the Twin Peaks or 54th Street eateries. The wings are darn good, and their THICK cut bacon (which is in several of their menu items) holds its own quite well against many of the diners and food stops in San Antonio that I've sampled; it blows the doors off of Twin Peaks bacon offering. An assortment of enticing burgers will also satisfy a peckish appetite. The staff is friendly, with a great atmosphere, and with a buffalo's head on the wall across from two Winchester repeating rifles above the bar, it is just a nice place to spend some time from one's busy day. Enjoy!”

9305 Preston Rd, Frisco, TX 75033, United States

“Great food , great location, great staff, very friendly!! I would definitely go back to listen to the band . There was no band playing when I went , so can’t tell you anything about it . But the food and staff , I can !! Lunch a plus 😊”

15140 San Pedro Ave, San Antonio, TX 78232, United States

“Went with a friend to try the Mongolian burger (with runny egg added), but was blown away by the chili nachos....holy smokes is it excellent. I mean, really, REALLY delicious. Friendly staff all around, and reasonable pricing. The smell and look of the Asian dishes I saw looked great as well! Definite recommend”

716 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78701, United States

“The staff here is legit! Make sure you get a moment to look at the back room! It has a Barbie theme & light up dance floor. This is definitely the place to be on Friday & Saturday nights! Tell Mike & Geo the owners that Medina sent you 😉”

119 S Elm St, Denton, TX 76201, United States

“The burger and fry special on Wednesday for $6.99 was really good and quite a bargain. It was worth the visit just to experience Richard, the bartender. He missed his calling to be a comedian!”

408 N Bishop Ave #101, Dallas, TX 75208, United States

“It is such a cool bar area!!! I will definitely be coming back here 👍🏼”

3107 Leeland St, Houston, TX 77003, United States

“This was my first time here. I was pleasantly surprised that I had never been here before. I love the wine tasting and the laid-back atmosphere. Will definitely be back.”

708 Hogan St, Houston, TX 77009, United States

“Small but cute little bar. Drinks were pricey but that's expected for cocktails. Bartender was very friendly. Free hot dogs on the specific day I went. Outdoor seating and plenty of parking across the street.”