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    La Viuda Negra

    4.5 (61 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Chicken tacos
    Arpitha B.

    This is a speakeasy so its inside a taco restaurant. They have drinks and food. Known for mezcal/tequila drinks. I had chicken tacos. So delicious! Got the negroni. It was pretty good. I was just disappointed that most of the drinks were really sugary and sweet. The staff is really nice and they even have a dj on fri/saturdays.

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    Terrance G.

    Came here with a friend wanting to try a new speakeasy. It's definitely speakeasy, it's inside the bridal shop. It's pretty small inside but they have a lot of options for drinks. Like lost speakeasy's they have a variety of different drink options you can choose from. The empanadas were amazing and different from original ones. Definitely worth a try

    Vampiro
    Billy D.

    I forgot the bartender and the bar manager's name.. but they were super hospitable and very welcoming. So to who ever worked Sunday late afternoon cheers to y'all! My friend and I stumbled upon this place after eating at their restaurant next door El Come Tacos. We wanted something a bit stronger and googled for bars near us not knowing that this beautiful Mezcal speakeasy was right next door! I haven't really been a fan of tequila but The bartender made me a drink called a "Vampiro" which changed my mind. The drinks were fantastic and their choice of glassware/clay drink sets are amazing. The michelada has to be in my top 5 ever, and the vampiro was something I never thought I would like. It's my new favorite drink right after a good espresso martini.

    two off-menu drinks by Saul...one I can't remember (but tasty), and the other a white mescal negroni (also tasty)
    Anne S.

    For about a year (since my last review), La Viuda was OUR spot. We went all the time. They knew us by name. We never ordered off the menu -- just asked Hugo to "make us something," and it was always excellent, whether it was a spirit-forward sipper or something herbal and refreshing. He quickly learned our preferences and knocked it out of the park every time. Eventually, it got to the point where Hugo and Eduardo never let us leave the place without a round of free mezcal shots. It truly felt like home, and not just because it's walking distance for us. We loved this place, our little neighborhood bar where, yes, everybody knows your name. Things changed last fall, when Hugo suddenly left. By all accounts, it was his choice to leave. Absolutely heartbreaking. Things haven't quite been the same since he left (and maybe that's why he left...). Obviously, there's the factor of not being able to just walk in and tell him to make us whatever drinks he felt like making. But there's been a lot of staff turnover. They don't know us when we walk in the door. Also, if we don't get there early enough, it's often too crowded to stay...which is GREAT for La Viuda, but kinda sad for us. The last time we were there, we made a point of getting there very early and were able to get seats at the bar (our favorite -- we love chatting with the bartenders to learn more about the drinks they're making, the ingredients they're using, and also just who they are as people). By getting bar seats this time, we met Saul (pronounced Saoul), who told us he was one of the original bartenders there and is now back as manager. He made us some great on-menu drinks and some great off-menu drinks. We enjoyed chatting with him. So, maybe this is a new beginning for us and La Viuda...we'll see. For now, it's down a star (literally because it's just missing Hugo's star power...ha, see what I did there), but I'm hopeful.

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    Stephanie C.

    Love this little speakeasy bar-hidden gem in Dallas for sure! Their logo is outside and what looks like a bridal boutique. Once you walk in it has a super chill vibe with a cool looking bar display. Some high tables and seats at the bar. Tiny but decent size. They also have a outdoor patio in the back which is nice. They offer food from the el come taco (right next door) I definitely recommend, their tacos are legit! I ordered the viuda negra margarita and my husband got the si güey (seasonal cocktail) both were delicious. Love how they give you your tab. Super cool lol All in all I give them a 5/5. Will definitely be coming back!

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    Liz O.

    Checked this one place out with my fiancé. Got there early and got seats in the corner. We didn't get anything to eat since we just had dinner. The wooden bench we sat on wasn't comfortable. The first drink that I had (lite up with cucumbers) was yummy and refreshing. The second drink I had, Chapurrado wasn't good and was in lame plastic cup. I wish we had checked out the patio.

    white negroni
    Stephanie H.

    The first time I visited this speakeasy, I had a great time. The Labios Calientes was a great spicy margarita and their Mezcal Negroni was good too. I recently visited again and I did not like their Verano 2023 drinks. The majority of the menu is sweet instead of spirit forward. I ordered the Cien Años because the waitress said it closely resembled a Manhattan, but it was also sweet. I had high hopes for the Chamoy Manhattan, but it felt more like an alcoholic mangonada. I wouldn't call it a Manhattan. I really liked this place so maybe i'll visit again when they rotate their menu or stick to their classics. logistics: We came around 7:30 pm on st. patrick's day. The bar was full but the tables were majority open. Most of the people were eating as well as drinking. There's parking in front and I haven't had any trouble finding a spot. Lots of cars going in and out so just be patient.

    Food!
    Valerie L.

    Amazing atmosphere and fabulous drinks! A fun and really cool speakeasy in East Dallas. Definitely check it out. And get the drink with the glow light in it. Can't remember the name, but it's delicious and super cool!

    Alex B.

    An adorable speakeasy! A little hole in the wall restaurant with great atmosphere, friendly staff and reasonable prices. Not a ton of seating room but getting their earlier enough it wasn't a problem.

    One of the most underrated Mexican dishes: The almighty Pambazo (with a beer and a mezcal on the side).
    Rogelio S.

    I previously wrote a review for what I thought was "El Come Taco"...I was thinking that it was the same business since they are interconnected by a little hallway between the kitchen of El Come Taco and the restrooms. We'll, it is the same ownership but they are different businesses (again, although they are interconnected). We'll, my review specifically for La Viuda Negra is pretty much the same one as my first one: WHAT A GREAT PLACE! It is a tiny little bar with dimmed lights and a very good selection of mezcales, Mexican beers and even pulque (distilled pulque is known as tequila, pulque could be translated as agave beer and it is really good!). They have a good menu with really good Mexican dishes and you can also order from the taqueria (you order there, they'll bring you the food to the bar). The service is very good, all the staff is very friendly and ready to answer to all your questions (if you are not Mexican, I'm sure you'll have a few questions). The atmosphere is very nice and relaxing... We definitely need more places like this!

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    Rick B.

    Great new speakeasy with tequila-bar flavor. The ceramic water mugs and carafe were nice touches of Mexico! Not exactly a mixology bar, but the bartender is super friendly and accommodating within the limits of his inventory. To wit; great selection of clear liquors like mezcal and vodkas - but no absinthe or infused ETOH, and very limited whiskeys. They do have a small tincture of absinthe flavor, but don't expect a mojito or any muddled drinks. Do, however, expect great service with what he has. Speakeasy entrance & ambiance: 5/5 Staff service and attitude: 5/5 Onsite parking: 5/5 Bar stock: 4/5 We liked it a lot, and I would go 4.5 stars if I could. We'll be back!

    Fortaleza tequila.
    Edgar M.

    Great place for good tequila shots and tacos The bartender was great she give us pulque de Mazapán.

    Akshat P.

    One of my fave bars in Dallas - great speakeasy, well-crafted drinks, and insanely good tacos connected next door. Good specials - ask the bartenders for recs, they have not steered me wrong yet, and they will make you something fun off-menu if you tell them what you like! It's a really cool spot, perfect for a date.

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    The music and drinks are great. Parking is hit or miss since the lot is small. But the place is way too small and crowded.

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    Love this hidden gem. I get the pollo a la mexicana taco and a margarita straight up!

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    Really nice strong drinks and good food. Like how it's a cute little nook. The server and bartender were also super nice.

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