Night Out: The Best Upscale Nightlife Experiences in Dallas

Haus Bowen

2614 Boll St

From its exterior, you may mistake the Bowen House as a regular home on Boll Street, but inside is a cool, sophisticated bar with house-crafted cocktails and elevated eats. For gin lovers, try their Beet on the Brat with lemon, beet, and honey flavors. More of a rum guy? Perhaps their Bananas in Pajamas. Whatever your taste, their detailed and unique drinks are sure to have you sipping all night. Make a reservation or grab a seat at their marble-top bar under the chandelier for a moody place to sip your signature cocktails.

Apotheke

1922 Greenville Ave.

Apothecary feels like a witchy log cabin with its warm and rich vibes and atmosphere that always feels like it's buzzing with life. The bar mixes vintage styles with contemporary tastes to create a refined experience topped by high-end drinks and entertainment.

Their drink menu is not one to pass up. Leaning into the whimsical and creative, your orders are sure to come out in never-before-seen ways and tastes. With uniqueness at the forefront, their changing menu could feature anything from Trix-inspired cocktails to savory flavored drinks.

The Branca Room

324 W Seventh St.

One of Dallas’s few speakeasies, the Branca Room is a bold and colorful bar that mashes together the local culture with artistic flair. With walls covered in vintage posters and magazines, photographs, mirrors, and art, part of you will feel like you’ve stepped into an old-style art gallery rather than the atmospheric speakeasy.

And at the Branca Room, expect the unexpected when it comes to their glasses; it’s not uncommon for the bar to serve their drinks in glass piggy banks, bird flutes, or even rose-inspired wine glasses.

The Mansion Bar

2821 Turtle Creek Boulevard

The Rosewood Hotel on Turtle Creek is a stunning, classically designed estate that adds a sense of Italian charm in the uptown area of Dallas. As part of their estate, the Mansion Bar possesses much of the same classy feel within its moody jazz bar. Grab a seat by their piano to experience their many live performers up close, and enjoy the heat of their large stone fireplace.

Their menu of little bites has a variety of flavors, expertly crafted by the hotel’s chefs. Indulge in marinated olives, caviar, or deviled eggs while sipping on their extensive menu of seasonal cocktails and wines. Be aware that there is a dress code. Prior to arriving at the Mansion Bar, make sure that your outfit reflects their code of smart casual.

Mitternachtswanderer

1530 Main St Ste 100

The Joule Hotel has plenty to marvel at, from its classic architecture to its art installations, but the Midnight Rambler should be the top of your list. Its warmth is undeniable and the glow of its lights feels like a theater’s marquee above your head. That’s not where their imaginative style ends.

Their drinks are constantly updating with new flavors and bold combinations you won’t want to miss out on. And when the weekend rolls around, Midnight Rambler is the place to be. With top-notch live entertainment, the sleek bar turns into a music hall for you to experience some of the best local voices and musicians in Dallas.

RH Rooftop

3133 Knox St.

Don’t mistake the World of RH for just a furniture store, as above its retail space is a rooftop decked out in stunning decor, lush greenery, and intricate water fountains. Stepping out onto the RH Rooftop, you’ll find yourself surrounded by a rooftop garden where trees grow on rooftops, and chandeliers romantically highlight the evening in an amber glow.

The aesthetic of chic whimsy makes the space feel almost dreamlike, and their drinks and food menus add to the sense of luxury. With caviar carpaccios and king crab lobster towers, you’ll be wowed by the presentation and blown away by the taste. As the night winds down, step out onto their terrace for views of the city, dazzling in lights.

Waterproof

1914 Commerce St, 19th floor

Indulge in comfort without compromising on sky-high views. Atop the Statler is their 21+ rooftop pool bar with intimate cabanas, indoor and outdoor spaces, and their iconic white-tiled pool. Whether you choose to order your drink poolside or sit at their indoor bar, your experience is sure to feel more like a tropical oasis than a hotel pool.

Their cocktail selection is deeply inspired by their location, featuring drinks called Sunset Heat, Midnight Cabana, and Rooftop Safari. By far the best way to experience Waterproof is with your friends. Have a girls' night or invite the boys, order from their curated menu of dinner bites and drinks, and check out the panoramic views of our city with good company and good times

Upside West Village

2950 Cityplace W Blvd

The Canopy by Hilton Dallas Uptown’s rooftop dining, Upside West Village, is a polished spot with an equally polished menu of signature cocktails, shareables, and desserts. Pick a seat by their bookshelves for modern study vibes, or a chair by their vintage trolley front for a more retro aesthetic.

But, as night falls, watch as the bar’s sophisticated look turns moody. Evenings at Upside West are colored by the sunset and lit by the soft glow of their outdoor fireplaces. With a balcony seat, catch a glimpse of our skyline as it flickers on its night lights with an artful drink in hand.

Vincent’s Skybar

800 N Harwood St

Vincent’s Skybar at the JW Marriott carves out a corner of the hotel’s rooftop for an amazing, open-air dining experience. The sleek modern design greets you with a sweeping view of the city as you find a seat at their black-tiled bar or overlooking the balcony. Where their look gives stylish, their menu gives comfort with a selection of flatbreads, sliders, and fries.

Arrive for the sunshine, stay for the starry night, and enjoy the hospitality of the skybar all night long. Please note that due to its open-air design, this location is subject to all weather and may close for severe conditions.

Pomelo

2575 McKinnon St Fl 20

Located adjacent to Hotel Swexan’s pool, this tropical-inspired rooftop dining spot combines poolside serenity with an exclusive feel. Yes, Pomelo is exclusive. It is only open to Hotel Swexan’s guests, so if you’re staying at the trendy hotel in the Hardwood district, don’t miss the opportunity to dine in style.

Pick a spot by the water or choose a private cabana and get the experience of a beach resort right here in Dallas. Though their menu of bites, cocktails, and wines has a strong and tasty collection of items, a true highlight is their non-alcoholic mocktails and frozen cocktails, which make for the perfect poolside drink.

Katzenvogel

1401 Elm St

Catbird brings you to the very top of the Thompson Hotel with its indoor/ outdoor bar that’s rich in style and oh so swanky. Reserve a table inside for modern, colorful designs or take a seat on the balcony for a fireside chat with your friends.

Enjoy live music along with a menu designed by Jeramie Robison, one of Houston's best chefs and a 2012 award winner. Robison specializes in Japanese cuisine, filling the menu with not only Izakaya bites but also whiskeys from Japan, including a 30-year Hibiki and a 12-year Suntory Yamazaki.

Rokwood Nightclub

600 Jackson St

Rokwood Nightclub has it all. With a mix of sleek modernism, bold colors, and playful design, the all-out interior matches their all-out entertainment. Known to have aerialists perform high above the bar, Rokwood is really the place for the unexpected.

Drink beside a silver fireplace, or by a glowing tree, snap a picture in their wall of gold-framed mirrors, or in their blue telephone booth, but one thing’s for sure: get ready for a night of fun. They do have a dress code, so as you prepare for your night out on the town, be sure your clothing choices align with their rules.

Shyboy Hifi

1313 Main St

Shyboy is a listening lounge in the downtown district that brings together some of the best local musicians, artists, and DJs for jam sessions that can turn into bumping dance parties or intimate sessions with the artists themselves.

Their brutalist design lets the music take the main stage of their bar, allowing DJs to bring the color and life into the cool stone, subterranean feel of the environment. Experience one-of-a-kind music and local sensations at Shyboy and stay tuned for their latest entertainment updates through their calendar.

Delilah

1616 Hi Line Dr

You’ll have to do a double-take when entering Delilah, as you may mistake it for a set from an old Hollywood movie. Doused in vintage gold decor and brimming with the stylings of an older time. Delilah offers an escape from minimalist modernism with a maximalist look. But we assure you, this is just where their charm starts.

Their menu has a seafood tower, shrimp cocktail, roasted lobster, parmesan grits, wagyu beef, filet mignon, and so much more. In their mix of cocktails, you’ll find original drinks and signature mixes that offer great taste with high-end spirits. Before you reserve your table, please note that Delilah has a no-photo policy.

Regine’s Lounge

4152 Cole Ave Ste 104

Enjoy drinks, live music, and oh so much dancing at Regine’s Lounge. Inside the lounge, good company is abundant and great drinks flow, but best of all, the music is fresh, fun, and fantastic. The lounge curates their entertainment for themed nights, so depending on your taste in dance music, swing by on Saturdays for disco or on Fridays for Latin Night.

Fuel up for your all-night salsing with their menu of dumplings, dim sum, tempura, and caviar. And their bar is always sharpening its craft with simple classics and trending house-made cocktails.

For more upscale clubs in the Dallas area, check out our blog on the top clubs in the area.