Two Docs Brewing was really cool. I enjoyed the chill atmosphere and plenty of outdoor seating in…read morethis nice weather in Lubbock. Easy to park in their private parking lot and about five-six steps to get inside. It's very accessible with the ramp. Looking for an IPA, the nice beertender offered samples. I tried the Buddy Hoppy IPA and the Hazy Baby IPA. I was already inclined to order Buddy Hoppy (for obvious reasons and that the Buddy Holly Center is a few blocks down). Both had that crisp flavor I was looking for. I ultimately settled on Buddy Hoppy; he said it was one of their first brews.

Always love stopping off the beaten path at Two Docs whenever we are in Lubbock. I appreciate that…read morethis is a legitimate brewery- you walk in and are surrounded by the sights and smells of the brewing process. Additionally, they have a large shaded patio which is child and pet friendly (from my observations).

Located in the heart of Lubbock, Good Line is going to be the best beer you can get in West Texas…read moreand can go toe to toe with competitors in Austin or Dallas any day of the week. Good Line publicly opened its doors in mid-2022, and after I turned 21 that November, I immediately found myself becoming a regular. Through my final two years of college, I would always come to get some easy school work done, work on final projects, grab some beers with my friends, and come to their fun events like Oktoberfest, 4th of July, their anniversary parties, Cinco De Mayo with Jiminez, Lager Jam West, and more. From the owners Chris and Shawn to their staff like Eli and others, they are all very charming and great people to talk to. They all know their stuff when it comes to beer, so they can guide people who only know Miller Lite and Blue Moon as well as those with a more expansive palate, making sure each person gets the right beer for themselves. I always found myself trying new beers and styles done exceptionally well by Good Line that I may have never tried if not for their location existing. Some of my favorites they have served are Range Life, Parklife, which I miss since it has not made a return in some time, Floating in Space, These Pretzels, Wish I Was A Baller, All Night Candlelight, Specifics On The General, and Old Man Marley, to name a few. They also have a killer Cherry Seltzer and a pretty good wine based margarita. Their cheaper light beer, Friendo, is another great choice for people who are not looking for crazy craft beer but can still appreciate quality. There is plenty to do at Good Line, from watching major sporting events to joining the Monday night run club, participating in their book club, or just chopping it up with other Lubbock residents. It feels like a third space for a very specific kind of person. A person that loves a good beer but does not get plastered. A person that loves a good conversation on music with someone they have never met before. It is always a great time at Good Line, and I have met some really great people and regulars just from the times I have visited. I do not live in Lubbock anymore after graduating, but every time I visit, I always make a stop once or twice because it is always worth my time. God bless the Line. Come by sometime and experience the highest level of beer and comfort. RIYL: Good craft beer in the heart of Lubbock.

Wholly Guacamole!!! The Triple Fresh Hop Hazy IPA @ Good Line Beer is amazing. With 10% ABV,…read morethis big ol' hoppy-boozy IPA has got triples of the Mosaic, triples of the El Dorado, triples of the Idaho 7, triples of the HBC 630, triples of the Flash Frozen Cryo Fresh Citra, and triples of the Flash Frozen Cryo Fresh Citra hops. Chill atmosphere, fun merch, great marketing on their labels and beer names, food trucks several days a week and trivia once a week. This is my new Go-To place for IPA (in addition to Two Docs)

Sangrias were delicious! The ambiance was amazing. Highly recommend for a couples night out in…read moreLubbock.

On a beautiful Friday night, there are a few great places in Lubbock to grab a drink. If you want…read moreto know what fun looks like, Mano Negra on a Friday night has you covered. I haven't returned to Mano Negra since it moved from its old location in Cactus Alley to the heart of Lubbock. Their old spot was very tight but had such an unadulterated charm that made the space feel special. The new location feels a lot more modern, but as its fanbase continues to grow, it needed more space to work with anyway. Inside, there's a huge wall of art and plenty of seating, and it feels like a place that doesn't belong in Lubbock. It feels so mid-city that it almost made me emotional. In the back lies their bar, where they serve their famed sangria, house-brewed beers, and other beverages. Their bartenders are super knowledgeable and will help you make the right choice. In the corner are a few arcade machines, including Street Fighter II, Mortal Kombat II, Defender, and Pac-Man. There are also plenty of board games to pick up as well. As for the drinks, the Sunset Sangria and their Sandia Sangria I had were both exceptional. Good sangria hits like nothing I've ever had before. Mano Negra's new spot has a great deal of outdoor seating and patio space. If the inside gets too loud or too crowded, and if there's live music like there was when I went, it can get LOUD. The outdoor space offers a quiet escape and a great conversation spot on a cool night in Lubbock. The overall vibe and energy of Mano Negra are lively. The Brazilian students playing music in the corner brought out a new level of energy to the night, and I had a blast going here. I warn that their drinks are a little strong and the energy can get a little hot, so you may find yourself three drinks deep, unable to resist getting your dance on a little bit. Have a little fun with it. RIYL: Feeling A L I V E on a Friday night

Hidden Gem Alert!!! The bar is nestled inside the Alamo Drafthouse, however you do not need a…read moreticket to enjoy the Glass Half Full Taproom. If you have been to an Alamo Drafthouse in other cities, you know that the decor in this bar is lackluster. However, they do have some cool vintage repro art work on the walls, offer a chill atmosphere and have plenty of seating. They offer food, a full bar and of course lots of draft beer options. I think they have about 35 beers on tap. For my most recent visit, I was there with a group of ladies from a social group (yes we even had a table reserved for us). Our server was Brandon and he did a fantastic job. The Manager (Michael) also stopped by a few times to ensure that our group had everything we needed. Y'all they even have a FANTASTIC HAPPY HOUR with food and drink specials!

In case you don't know, this Taproom is inside the Alamo Drafthouse. Like a lot of other folks, my…read morewife and I like to grab a beer here before we attend a movie at the Alamo. They have a wide selection of draft beers and are able to quench my wife's thirst for a cider on draft as well. The bartenders are always knowledgeable about their products and friendly. I would consider this to be one of the nicest places to grab a drink in Lubbock and have just convinced myself to start coming here even without the movie.

Great beer! Very friendly owners! Advice- call before you…read morego because they are only open on Friday from 4pm. The place is a little hard to find but worth it for a good beer!

Love this place. Friendly, nice atmosphere, great conversation to be had and great beer!read more

Tommy Lee made me the most delicious Espresso Martini! Service was amazing and will definitely be…read moreback.

We were passing through Lubbock and had one chance at something special..Good beers and friendly…read morestaff. Food was solid but atmosphere was just OK. If I lived here, I'd probably come regularly. If I stopped again, I'd look for something else. Again, it was nice..just not special.

Food was delicious and the prickly pear martini was refreshing! Not too many available seating…read moreoptions and loud atmosphere. Great for fast casual bite to eat!

I feel like Bierhaus is a place worthy of two separate reviews, so I'm going to write it as such:…read more I. Bierhaus has the best burgers in Lubbock. I am not even going to front with you. Their buns have such a sweetness to them mixed with a sharp and well-cooked patty, American cheese (a must in a cheeseburger), and their haus sauce that is like a thousand island style sauce that all combines into a delight. It always has a hefty weight to it and a well balanced amount of tomatoes, lettuce, and onions. How do you explain the concept of a burger? It's really just something special. I like coming here for lunch. It's a bar at the end of the day, but their burgers are what make me want to come back. Many times in college, a friend would suggest Bierhaus, and I would tell them yes only if we got there before their kitchen closed because I needed a burger. They also give you a ton of fries. More fries than you'll ever need with a burger. That's awesome. Being in Texas, you see a lot of places offer a patty melt similar to the ones at Whataburger. A lot of places try to make a higher version dupe of a patty melt, and I think it always falls flat, but Bierhaus's does a pretty good job of being its own thing. Thank you for good food, Bierhaus. RIYL: Boorger II. Bierhaus is a great starter bar for a night out as a college kid in Lubbock. I don't think it's a place to end up if you're hitting multiple spots, but I find it endearing as a warm up spot or a one and done on a chill night. The two story indoor space can be loud, but there's a lot of booths for hanging around and chatting, with plenty of TVs. The outdoor patio has a different energy with swings, large tables, and a DJ. They always have a great selection of beers and good deals to go around. It was one of the few bars in Lubbock to offer cans of peebers (PBRs), which was always exciting for me. They also have their Capri Funs, which I always enjoy. Bierhaus is worth the party. RIYL: Brewskis

Text a friend who's daughter when to Tech for a recommendation as we would be driving through…read moreLubbock for an early dinner. Text back Triple J, so into the GPS it went. We arrived early evening so there was plenty of seating. Our server was Megan. She was excellent. We started off with the sidewinders - shrimp and cheese stuffed in a jalapeno and fried. They were tasty. We also ordered the steak tip salad and went old school with the chopped steak. All were delicious. I even enjoyed one of their home brews - Windmill Wheat. We were too stuffed for dessert, so we ordered a bread pudding to go... Oh, my deliciousness - I had the bread pudding later that night, I wish we had ordered two. Highly recommend it!!! Great place to eat, fun ambiance, good food, and if you're lucky, you'll get Megan as your server. We'll definitely be back!

My wife and I stopped by Triple J at around 4 PM on a Saturday. We were seated at the end of the…read morerow of booth/chair seating. It was an awkward place to sit and before I could ask the host if there was anywhere else we could sit he took off. Waiter kept talking to the table behind us and it took forever for us to order. When we did get our burgers we were not given ketchup. Server said he would go grab that for us. Two minutes later he's over by the kitchen area chatting away with co-workers. My wife got pissed and went to go get ketchup herself. A different server brought us the ketchup a few minutes later. Our server was no where to be found. The burgers were gross. Tasted like dry ground styrofoam sirloin with WAY too much salt. The fries were under cooked and overly greasy. The place is overrated and staff is terrible. I wanted to like this place but we will never be back. I can't help but get the vibe that Triple J is not that welcoming to Hispanics.

The staff was amazing. No wine, their "Cricket's Exclusive" drink the Whisky Chilton was…read moreunavailable. They were out of a couple other things. The menu I received was different than anyone else's. The Brussel sprouts were amazing!!! The bacon cheese burger was awesome!!! Great selection of beer. And again, the staff was awesome!!!

I've been sitting here at the bar with not even a question. I'm 6-3, 249 lbs, athletic as hel, and…read moreI just want a drink. don't come here cause all u will get is a bartender talking to a loser and barbacks that ignore you because you are stronger than them. this place needs new employees.

It IS loud in here! We were the only customers, we got here when they opened, and we could barely…read moretalk to each other KFC was very good, and there was plenty of food! Green beans, mashed potatoes and regular chicken strips all very good too. My wife commented that the beans were fresh. We both took a little chicken with us as we couldn't finish it all! Our server Hannah was awesome too! Eat here!

I picked up lunch our food was cold chicken & steak fingers were cold pretty disappointed we have…read morebeen several times and it was good.