Where to Drink Now

Where to drink in Fort Worth right now: 5 bars for new adventures

Pick from dozens of beers, ciders, and more at Lone Star Taps & Caps.

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Forget New Year’s diets and all those vows of fewer glasses of wine. Let 2017 be the year of trying new things — namely, these recent additions to Fort Worth’s booze scene. Challenge yourself to try a new brew, varietal of vino, or craft cocktail at one of these drink spots.

Lone Star Taps & Caps
This growler bar expanded to Camp Bowie from Lewisville and Denton. Even if you’ve been in before, Taps & Caps feels like a new shop with each visit, thanks to more than 50 rotating brews. Stop in for a pint or 4-ounce pour to sip in-house, or fill your growler and take it home. Not a lager lover? Try Taps & Caps’ ciders, root beers, or kombuchas.

44Bootlegger
As a former retail store in Near Southside, this bar is no stranger to what’s in vogue. The charming juxtaposition of an industrial interior with delicate furniture offers something for everyone, much like the available wines, beers, and food menu. Order wine or beer (there are 44 options of each, naturally) and play I Spy with the funky doors, taxidermied animals, and boats lining the bar. You can also take a case of beer or wine to-go.

Whiskey Business
If the clever name doesn’t peak your interest, daily drink specials will get you in the door. With the same minds behind the Rail Club, the Moon Tower, and Tomcats West, this remodel of The Mule includes ample TVs and a tried-and-true patio. Check social media for open-mic nights, live music, karaoke, and weekly specials.

Republic Street Bar
Heim Barbecue might have helped Republic Street Bar gain prominence, but Republic still pleases every day of the week. And now that Heim has opened its own storefront, Republic has released a food menu including brunch, appetizers, and delectable tots. Grab a mimosa on Saturday, a Bloody Mary on Sunday funday, or a weekday beer — especially when the weather permits outdoor seating.

Tortaco
Truffle steak tortes and inventive mezcal cocktails? Go ahead and rearrange your happy hour plans right now, because this restaurant and bar hybrid has drinks and eats for everyone who likes Tex-Mex (which is pretty much everyone, right?). Plus, there’s something on the menu called Burnt Ends, which serves up jalapeños, cheddar, avocado, onions, and the smoky ends of brisket in a torta or taco. Try it with a Dirty Sanchez cocktail.

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Party Like It's 2024

Ring in New Year's Eve 2024 at these Fort Worth restaurants

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The New Year is getting closer, now less than a week away, so if you're looking to nail down a place to get a meal and celebrate right, now's the time. At least, before all the reservation slots fill up.

If you're looking for a party-party, we have a list of classic New Year Eve celebrations events.

But these suggestions below let you ring in the New Year in Fort Worth with a bite:

Cafe Americana. Arlington restaurant will host a 5-course dinner and sparkling wine flute featuring mini lobster roll with Meyer lemon confit; whipped house ricotta with roasted squash, pears, & tangerines; red shrimp with rose risotto & leeks; scallops with Heirloom carrot & lollipop kale; salmon with pomme puree, asparagus, & Bordelaise; and passion fruit panne cotta with white chocolate, raspberry, & pistachio. Vegetarian option also available. $105 plus $50 for wine pairings. Two seatings: 5-8 pm and 8:30 pm-12:30 am. 682-270-0041.

Cat City Grill. Magnolia Avenue restaurant will be open with a limited dinner menu with starters and steaks. 5 pm-8 pm. 817-916-5333.

Cut & Bourbon. Steakhouse at Live! By Loews Hotel Arlington will feature select items from the traditional dinner menu or special features including roasted venison with black truffle, pear-parsnip puree & root vegetables, seared halibut with Brussel sprouts, or Wagyu beef filet with crab & black truffle potato pave. Prices are la carte. 5-10 pm. 682-277-4950.

El Chingon. Mexican restaurant restaurant will be open with its regular menu of tacos, bowls, tortas, burritos and desserts. 3 pm- 2 am. 817-870-9997.

Ellerbe Fine Foods. Magnolia Avenue restaurant will have a four-course menu featuring Escargot Rockefeller, Louisiana Sunburst Salad or Cajun Potato & Southern Greens Soup, Cornmeal Crusted TX Redfish or Pecanwood Grilled Chef’s Choice Steak and Louisiana Black Strap Molasses Cake for dessert. $150. 5-9 pm. 817-926-3663.

Emilia's. The restaurant's Blue Room is hosting a five-course dinner featuring shiso cured black bass, paired with uni and fermented gooseberries, filet or Butter Poached Lobster Tail with coal roasted squash and black truffle, and honey & vinegar panna cotta. $250. Seatings at 6 pm and 9 pm. 817-661-1855.

Fitzgerald. Coastal-inspired restaurant will have a three-course menu featuring gumbo verde, crab cake, harvest salad, flat iron steak, lobster risotto, pork ribeye, and a choice of creme brulee or flourless chocolate torte for dessert. $49. 11 am- 9 pm. 817-349-9245.

Free Play. Both Arlington and Fort Worth locations will feature a fun midnight brunch buffet as part of their NYE party package. $25-$39. 9 pm-2 am. Arlington 817-242-8483, Fort Worth 817-242-8487.

Hooligan’s Pub. Irish pub is ringing in 2025 with a cash balloon drop, live music and a DJ, a midnight toast, giveaways, and prizes. VIP section includes unlimited charcuterie grazing table 8 pm–2 am. $100-$400. Arlington 817-975-655.

Le Margot. Open and serving their regular menu, including oysters, soups, salads, grilled tenderloin frites, and linguini and caviar. Prices are a la carte. 11 am-10 pm. 817-720-9060.

Lili's Bistro. Magnolia Avenue bistro will have a New Year's Eve menu featuring three salads, harvest soup, and small plates, such as escargot and deviled eggs. Prices are a la carte. 5:30-9:30 pm. 817-877-0700.

Quince Riverside. International-inspired seafood restaurant hosting a five-course chef's dinner featuring half shell oysters, citrus-poached jumbo shrimp, chicken and sausage gumbo, surf and turf, and baked Alaska for dessert. Guests will also be treated to a welcome cocktail. $150. 7:30 pm -1 am. 682-385-9073.

Simply Fondue. Downtown restaurant will have extended hours and a special couple's menu featuring a shared appetizer, individual salad, shared cheese fondue, entrées such as beef Worthington or soy citrus salmon, and a shared chocolate fondue dessert. The adult package also includes a champagne toast. Early seating $75, regular seating $95, or $41-$61 for under 14. Seatings start at 4 pm.

Social House. Restaurant is open with regular menu, including skillet meatballs, mascarpone chicken pasta, braised short rib pasta, fish and chips, and flatbreads. 11-12 am. Fort Worth 817-820-1510.

Toro Toro. Latin steakhouse will host a five-course dinner featuring lobster tacos tan, hamachi, choice of NYE mignon steak or wood grill halibut, and NYE corn cake bamba for dessert. $150. 5-10:30 pm. 817-975-9895.

Wicked Butcher. Sinclair Hotel restaurant will have a 3-course menu with steak tartare, oysters, white truffle Caesar, duck a l'orange, ginger miso Chilean sea bass, filet mignon, green curry salmon, and NY strip. Dessert features choice of mango lavender crème brûlée, olive oil cake, chocolate tart, or banana pudding. $150, optional $75 wine pairing. 11 am-11:45 pm. 682-231-8214.

Winslow's. Wine cafe will be open by reservation only with their regular menu of charcuterie boards, pizzas, and chicken and seafood entrees. 2-10 pm. 817-546-6843.

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