Best Nightlife in Dallas: Bars, Live Music and Late-Night Eats
Dallas nightlife is very diverse, meaning there is something available for everyone, no matter what music you are into.
Many districts in Dallas are known for their nightlife, containing unique, curated bars and delectable after-hours food spots.
From Bishop Arts to Deep Ellum and beyond, here is a list of live music venues, nightclubs, date-night picks and open-late food spots to visit and make the most of your night.
Updated June 2026
Deep Ellum is a vibrant, walkable nightlife district in Dallas that offers an eclectic mix of rooftop lounges, dive bars, live music venues, creative cocktails, and casual eateries. This neighborhood is great for those looking to have a fun night, so cruise down Good Latimer Expy and discover a new spot.
If you need some help, the following are places to check out if you find yourself in Deep Ellum.
Vidorra
One classic, trendy rooftop bar and nightclub is Vidorra. They have a live Latin DJ every weekend night except Sunday, which is their No Siesta Sunday party starting at 3 p.m. Help yourself to their list of delicious margaritas, available frozen or on the rocks, or try one of their fun cocktails to get your night started.
2642 Main St, Dallas, TX 75226
Greenlight Social
Another trendy nightclub is Greenlight Social. It's the perfect spot to bring your girls or maybe grab a brew and create some new memories at Dallas’ premier party spot. They offer craft cocktails and different rooms to explore within the club, like their rooftop patio. Browse their menu for a quick bite, or grab some of their shareable drink options for the group.
2625 Floyd St, Dallas, TX 75204
Club Dada
Looking for a live music venue in Deep Ellum? Well, Club Dada has you covered as one of the oldest and best clubs in the district for live music. They host a wide range of artists almost every night so remember to check their events calendar. Club Dada is also home to one of the largest patios in Deep Ellum. Go grab a drink and discover a new band at Club Dada!
2720 Elm St, Dallas, TX 75226
Three Links
Another great live music option is Three Links – perfect for those craving some punk music from local or national bands. Here you can find a haven for live music enthusiasts, nightlife seekers or just a great cultural experience. Check out their event lineup for an eclectic mix of performers. Don’t hesitate to have a great night and try one of their 50 beer options!
2704 Elm St, Dallas, TX 75226
Serious Pizza
Finish your time in Deep Ellum with a late-night bite at one of the more popular eateries, Serious Pizza. Order a huge slice of pizza and customize it your way, starting at $5.75, or order a full pizza if you’re with a group or if you’re just super hungry. They are open late on Friday and Saturday until 3 a.m.
2807 Elm St, Dallas, TX 75226
Velvet Taco
Velvet Taco is also readily available and offers a variety of Tex-Mex options like tacos, bowls, combos and classic sides like queso, elote and guacamole. Their taco combinations are creative and nontraditional, like the Korean fried rice taco or the chicken and waffle taco. There’s always something new to try, and they are open until 4 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.
2556 Elm Street, Dallas, Texas 75226
Ruins
For a more traditional Mexican food option, visit Ruins. They offer a Oaxacan-style Mexican food menu with a Caribbean & South American spin. The kitchen is open till 2 a.m. all weekend. Their art-centric cocktail bars features agave-based spirits of Mexico, brandies and cane-based cocktails. It is also a live music venue, so double the fun and check out their calendar for upcoming events and shows.
2653 Commerce St, Dallas, TX 75226
One of the most unique and diverse districts in Dallas is Bishop Arts in Oak Cliff. It is home to an array of fun restaurants, bars and clubs that are worth a visit. Whether you are searching for good food or one-of-a-kind, distinctive bars, Bishop Arts is ready to host.
The following are establishments to check out if you visit Bishop Arts.
LadyLove Lounge & Sound
LadyLove is a bar that gives the same charm as a speakeasy, with its red, dimly lit lights. This bar is inclusive to all guests with differing music tastes. They feature different DJs and themed nights every night, so anyone can find something right for them (just check the calendar). This spot is great for a date night exploring a new music genre. Their drink menu offers classic cocktails and house cocktails like the Rude Boy, made with tequila, dry vermouth, aloe and jalapeño syrup and lime.
310 W Seventh St, Dallas, TX 75208
Revelers Hall
Revelers Hall is a New Orleans-style music bar that is home to music lovers who value jazz and quality musicianship. They feature jazz performers every day, and they even have a house band that plays weekend afternoons. The bar has a nice selection of beer, wine and cocktails as well as bar snacks. If you love jazz and live music, visit Revelers Hall! Check out their calendar here.
412 N. Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208
Atlas Cocktail Bar
Atlas is a travel-themed bar with a warm, welcoming vibe. It also has a speakeasy located in the back bookshelf of the establishment. The cocktail menu is globally inspired and alluring with drinks like the French Connection made with Dussé, Lazzaroni amaretto, black walnut bitters and orange oils, or the New York Sour, made with Sagamore rye, lemon, sugar and cabernet. The drinks never get boring here!
408 N Bishop Ave, #101 Dallas, TX 75208
Birrieria Aguinaga
One late-night spot to visit after the night is over or between bar hopping is Birrieria Aguinaga. They serve authentic Mexican food using the freshest ingredients. The menu offers tacos, quesadillas, burritos, nachos and various side options like rice, beans, guacamole and much more. They also have desserts like churro, cheesecake and flan.
330 W. Davis St. Dallas, TX 75208
Where two of Dallas' most energetic corridors converge, the cocktail scene is as bold as the neighborhoods themselves. From craft-forward bars drawing locals back night after night to rooftop lounges and hidden gems tucked along tree-lined streets, Lower Greenville and Knox-Henderson deliver the kind of evening that starts with one drink and turns into a story.
Apothecary
Apothecary is a sultry, moody avant-garde cocktail lounge located in Lower Greenville and perfect for an intimate date night. Their inventive drinks transcend the ordinary, reinforcing their mission of pushing boundaries in the cocktail world. They prove it through awards nominations, like the James Beard (Most Outstanding Bar Semi-finalist). The most fun part of visiting will be getting to taste and learn more about their curated cocktail menu.
1922 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75206
Boogies
If you’re looking for a night of discotheque, cocktails and Hi-Fi sound all under a sparkling disco ball, then visit Boogies, a house music venue with a curated cocktail lounge. Late night here is high energy and sure to keep you on the dance floor all night. Check out their social media to find upcoming events and guest DJ performances.
1806 McMillan Ave, Dallas, TX 75206
Kazalište Granada
Built in 1946 as a movie house, the Art Deco Granada Theater has been a Lower Greenville anchor for decades, and the block around it has become one of the most spirited stretches on Greenville Avenue. Before or after the show, the adjacent Sundown at Granada serves up craft cocktails and 60-plus beers from a rooftop patio overlooking the avenue, with live music running nightly to keep the energy going long after the headliner wraps.
3524 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75206
Plomo
Right beside Boogies is Plomo, a late-night quesadilla bar open until 4 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. You can grab and go or sit and enjoy quesadillas stuffed with meat, cheese and any topping you desire. Choose from their classic and specialty quesadillas, and don't forget to make it dirty for $2 (cheese-crusted tortilla). They also serve dips and sides like queso, elote, guacamole, rice, beans and chorizo mac and cheese.
1802 McMillan Ave, Dallas, TX 75206
Prince Street Pizza
A few minutes away from Boogies is the newly opened Prince Street Pizza, originating from New York. Their pizzas are available by the slice or as a whole pie and made with the freshest ingredients and handcrafted sauces – they even use a water filtration process that mimics water in New York to get their dough texture just right. Try as many slices as you can; we recommend the spicy vodka slice. Prince Street Pizza is open late on Friday and Saturday until 3 a.m.
2820 North Henderson Ave, Dallas, TX 75206