Lockwood Distilling is officially on my "run it back" list Ambiance: The vibe is chef's kiss. Inside has a cozy bar + table setup that feels upscale but still relaxed. But let's talk about that outdoor seating--perfectly covered so you can catch a breeze without melting in this Texas heat It's the kind of setup where you can actually enjoy being outside. Parking: Easy win. Free parking right in front and on the side of the building... no stress, no circling, no drama. Food & Drinks: BABY... those deviled eggs?! To. Die. For. Perfect balance--savory, a little sweet, and just enough kick to keep it interesting. I could've ordered another round and not felt bad about it. And the tap Old Fashioned?! Smooth, strong, and honestly underpriced for how good it is. Don't question it--just order it. Service: Fast, attentive, and genuinely friendly. No waiting around, no chasing anyone down... they stayed on it without being overbearing. Final verdict: Great vibes, great food, great drinks, and great service. Whether it's date night, girls' night, or just "I deserve a drink after today," Lockwood delivers. read more

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This is a really cool place. Industrial feeling but comfortable. There was a group of people playing some dominos game and having the best time. The waitstaff was beyond friendly, and helpful. I ordered some to-go food for others and she kept me informed about the order. The food was good. I had the chicken salad and it was tasty. I would definitely order it again. read more

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Didn't have food , other people's food look good Everyone was nice ask us if we wanted to sit at the bar or table It was nice , nice crowd read more

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We really enjoyed our meal out on the patio at Lockwood. They were able to confirm that the tomato basil soup and dirty south tots were vegetarian, and both were delicious! The salad was underwhelming for the price, but my family really enjoyed the fried chicken sandwich and shrimp and grits. Both items were very rich but delicious. I would love to see an additional vegetarian entree or sandwich on the menu since options were a bit limited. read more

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Everything here is good and it's a nice atmosphere......except for the noise level. Many places have this issue with accoustics not absorbing ambient noise. read more

Service was great from start to finish. Devil eggs were very good and I can be pretty picky on my devil eggs. We could have skipped on the pork rinds, they were very crunchy with no fatty parts and also lacked any flavor. I got the flight which I enjoyed sipping on. Really liked the Single Barrel. Tots were very good. read more

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Had a great experience at Lockwood Distilling when visiting the Dallas area. Came right before 5pm and they had happy hour going. Our server was friendly and the place had plenty of seating to pick from. We got to try multiple flights on their spirits. I tried their Lockwood flights which came with vodka, hibiscus vodka, gin and cream bourbon. I enjoyed the vodka and gin. The hibiscus vodka was sweeter than I thought but ended up tasting like NyQuil and the bourbon cream was too sweet for me. All interesting and would be great in cocktails so don't be afraid to try! For food, I got the tomato basil soup and half grilled cheese sandwich which was fantastic. I devoured the whole thing. My party also ordered the shrimp and grits which they enjoyed very much. Another person got the tender plate which was huge : came with 4 tenders (more like cutlets), Mac and cheese and a container of tots. The tots were terribly overfried. Hard as a rock! Otherwise, we enjoyed our evening of drinks, good food and great vibes. Would highly recommend. read more

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9/18/25: This was our first visit. My neighbor and I stopped by for lunch, and sat by the bar. The bartender was very friendly and she went over the drink and food menu with us. There was plenty of seating and the areas looked very clean. I had their Hibiscus vodka with lemonade, and my neighbor had an Old Fashioned. The pastrami sandwich was very good. I highly recommend it. Their tater tots dish was also good, and shareable. We would definitely stop by again. There was plenty of parking available. read more

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I've been here several times (as well as the Downtown McKinney location) and will be back for their next Get Lit book fair! Once our reservation was cancelled due to a private event conflict and we were offered a round of free drinks and an appetizer. We shared their wonderful charcuterie board and I had their dirty turbo vodka martini (so good I have a bottle at home.) I've also enjoyed several entrées here like the pastrami sandwich and the chicken tender dinner with gouda mac and cheese. Just thinking about them has me salivating! read more

Lockwood Distilling - The Grazing Board and a dirty turbo vodka martini - Distilleries Near Me - Richardson, Texas

The food here is always really good as well as the drinks. I love sitting outside but I do remember at one point, the owner said they were going to install fans in the patio. It's been two years and still no fans. Our server forgot about us three times this last visit. "Would you like another drink?" And then when she finally came back the next time to see how we were doing, we had to remind her about our drinks. With all of that said, we didn't get to spend as much money there as we wanted to because our drinks were empty for most of the time. No biggy. My wallet is thankful. read more

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I was craving something warm and boozy so my friend and I decided to check this place out and had the best time! This distillery and restaurant was super clean and had such a comfortable family atmosphere and a nice sized patio. I especially loved the live music being played on the patio. The manager Tony was so nice and welcoming and gave us a complete run down of the distillery, cocktails and the stories behind them, which made the experience that much better. Every cocktail we tried was spectacular ! My friend started with the Rosemary Lavendar Gimlet and I had the seasonal Gingerbread Hot Toddy which was SOOOO good! We a tried the Lockwood Sazerac, Black Currant Hibiscus Froze, and the Little Red Corvette . As a person who typically doesn't order frozen drinks the Little Red Corvette was definitely one of the best frozen drinks I've ever had, it had such a unique and balanced taste and it was not overbearingly sweet. Just when you thought it couldn't get any better, they've also got great food! I enjoyed the Vegan Bahn and tater tots and my friend enjoyed the Dirty South Tots and Tomato Basil Soup! Everything was delicious! It's safe to say we LOVED IT and had such an amazing time. We will definitely be back sooner rather than later!! read more

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Came to do a vendor fair on Sunday afternoon. Met lots of great new folks and the staff at Lockwood are the nicest. Great service and cocktails- it was so hot we did not try any food but will be back. read more

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I've come here twice for a private tour and for lunch on a weekday. The quiet private tour with big tony was awesome, he was very knowledgeable and is a great asset to lockwood. We were encouraged to ask questions and take our time. The liquors themselves really good and there were so many options it would suit anyone's tastes. That was a 5 star experience. The second time I went it was not a 5 star experience unfortunately. Our party of 3 ordered a salad, a dessert, and a side. After about 30 minutes of waiting we ordered a flight. We finished the flight then decided we didn't want to continue waiting for the food, so we paid for the flight and left after about 40 minutes of waiting. It didn't seem overly busy or crowded so I'm not sure what the hold up was. Other food was going out, although I'm not sure how long those customers were waiting. The music was also pretty loud, I don't remember it being that way when I went for the tour. I would certainly recommend a private tour with big tony and their actual liquors, but I won't be making the drive back for a lunch or dinner. read more

This place got on my radar because it was voted among the best spots for pastrami in the metroplex. I looked at the other reviews, and I see other Yelpers photos of bright red, thick hand sliced pastrami. It looks great. But take a look at what I was served. It was machine sliced thin and brown, like it had been sitting so long it turned colors. It was dry and honestly didn't taste like pastrami, more like dry thin sliced smoked brisket. Yes, I know pastrami is brisket but this tasted more like the brisket you get at Dickeys. I tasted no pastrami seasoning. I mean just look at it. My server was so nice and friendly, and if it were not for that I would give this one star. She asked if the food was good, and I said it was good, because I don't like to make a fuss while I am there and I don't like to send food back. Maybe I should have said something but I just don't like confrontations. Make it right the first time. The kitchen knows what it is serving. read more

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I have been wanting to try out this distillery for years, as I have heard so many great things about the food!!! I have had their vodka and rum in prior years and new they were a great brand, so I just knew hearing of all the good food, that it was a must to and visit! I came in town to celebrate Father's Day, so this was the time now to try, as our family loves trying out locally owned, and Texas grown places! Reservations were easy to make through the Resy app, and easy to update as well. We had a change in headcount and called morning of and they were super helpful to update the change for us. We arrived and it's nestled away into Richardson, not too far off the beaten path, but feels like it. When you walk in, we were immediately greeted by some smiling hosts that whisked us right away to our table. On our way, we saw the gorgeous bar, outfitted in Lockwood deco/bottles!!! We were sat in front of some of the big distillers and facing into one of the tasting rooms as well, as they do tours here! We were greeted by our fabulous waiter Katie, who was just awesome! She held her own with our table, filling waters throughout the course of our dining experience, and I must say, the water is 10 out of 10 because they distill it also. I think they need to bottle that up and sell it as well!!! We ordered a few rounds of appetizers, the deviled eggs, pork rinds and truffle tots! Everything was delicious, the eggs (top notch!!!), I love anything truffle, so that was definitely a win win. We all ordered a variety of entrees and drinks throughout our stay, and nothing came out short of perfection. Every drink was well thought out and perfect to taste, just as well as the food. Everything was hot and fresh and you knew it was good when you could get the Tillman's to be quiet!! Hah! IYKYK!! Anywho, my parents have already gone back for another visit since, so I'd say this was a way to represent TX with good food, drinks, and Katie, our amazing server! read more

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This distillery has a lot of fun things going on. They have an easy parking lot with plenty of parking. You can host events in their back brewing area. They have live music from time to time which is a great scene. I really liked that they had a bologna on their menu and tons of eclectic items on their menu& Their espresso martini was tasty. read more

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We had a great experience at Lockwood Distilling today! For starters, the decor, merch, ambiance and food presentation were all very intentional and well done. More importantly, the service, food and spirits were exceptional. Gigi, our server, was fantastic and very knowledgeable about their menu and spirits. I had the Roasted Poblano soup and a Pastrami (homemade) sandwich (on Gluten Free bread, which as a celiac I appreciate the option). Both were delicious! Will definitely return next time I'm in Richardson area! read more

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I had an amazing time at the Lockwood Whiskey Tasting and Touring! Our tour guide Jake (not from State Farm) went above & beyond for me when he found it was my birthday! The staff as a whole were all super sweet and friendly! Definitely worth the visit! read more

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Good, well-priced cocktails with solid food options. The space is right off I-75 so an easy spot for folks to meet up. There is a large patio and plenty of indoor seating. Service was great. We had two toddlers with us and we started out on the patio and ended up indoors when it got a little too warm. There was live music on a Friday evening and the artist was playing all the 90s jams. I wanted to taste their spirits clean so I got the sampler. Vodka is a little astringent (perfectly fine in a cocktail), hibiscus vodka tempers the taste of the original vodka, gin (I really like the gin, not too juniper forward) and bourbon cream (basically, dessert). All the cocktails I had were good, but my fave was probably the Turbo-tini. Their gin is great in a gin and tonic. The Richardson location has Happy hour M-F 3-6 and includes half-priced signature cocktails. Great deal! read more

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The Lockwood District in Richardson is off Hwy 75 and Belt Line. There are several businesses tucked away near the water tower. Lockwood Distillery is one of the first that helped revitalize and bring life to this area. You can order a variety of liquor flights that allow you to sample flavors before committing to buying an entire bottle if you choose. One of my friends sampled four different shots of bourbon while another did one that included vodka, rum, and gin. I really enjoyed the bourbon cream which reminded me of Bailey's Irish Cream. Also, the light pink hibiscus vodka was pretty in appearance and slightly sweet in taste. In addition to distilling a variety of hard liquor, Lockwood Distillery operates as a restaurant and bar. There is a selection of cocktails and a lot of sandwich choices on the menu. I had the turkey sandwich this time, and it had this lovely layer of cranberry chutney on it. I also ordered a side of tater tots that came with a simple chili sauce. It was nice to be able to pop a tot after swigging a shot. There is an inside and outside seating area. Large groups or intimate gatherings can all be accommodated. The outside patio is covered and extensive so a variety of groups could coexist in this space at the same time. We were let in on a little secret. Lockwood Distillery will be opening another location on the east side of 75 soon. The new facility will be even larger and allow them to do the majority of their liquor production there while their current space can be used more as the popular hangout it has become. read more

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Food was delicious. The staff was very informative and attentive. 10/10 will definitely be going back.

I know so many people that rave about this place. We had very friendly service, and it seems like a total vibe for the locals here. I'm not sure why so many of the dishes come with tater tots, but I also couldn't stop eating them, so they must know what they're doing! I would say the food was just OK... and to be honest, the drinks were fine. They read sweet and weren't very strong. For a place that is a distillery, I wanted to actually feel like I was tasting something interesting! Honestly, they have such a huge menu that I'm sure my favorite bite and my favorite drink are here. I just haven't found them yet. read more

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LOVE LOVE this place! They have great drink menu, I love the old fashioned! Always love their seasonal drink menu! We love to go for happy hour, get the pimento cheese or bean dip. Their food menu is great as well. Love their staff and the vibe! Come enjoy and support local! read more

According to the bartender, they opened a couple weeks ago, and I'm so glad they did! How to flight that included their hibiscus vodka, vanilla rum, chocolate bourbon cream (which tastes like boozy brownie batter), and honeysuckle vodka. She also told about 2 of her favorite cocktails: the Lockwood 76 and the Cuba Libre with vanilla rum. Both were delicious! Bought bottles of our favorites, and our bartender gave us free stickers. Loved the artwork, location, prices, and proximity to downtown McKinney. A must-try! read more

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This review is for the NYE Event only: The NYE Dinner was a lovely concept and I can't wait to see them mature their events into more social concepts. The dinner was a three course $75 prix fixee with some options. They brought in a chef who infused bourbon in the main course. Nice concept again for a meal. It was missing a drink pairing however. The server sat us and served us with some bubbles as to be expected for a NYE event. We each ordered (and paid extra) for a creative and superb cocktail. Lockwood has excellent craft liquor and their mixology is on point. Our first course was a highly creative cauliflower bisque with chili lime marshmallow. We loved it. The mallow melted into the soup for a curious flavor we adored. Our second course was short rib with rutabaga veg puree. There was a strong vein of vanilla in the veg puree and a sweetness in the whip. Dessert was a cherry chocolate bread pudding. It was nice. Overall we enjoyed the event. For next iterations we recommend including the bourbon/vodka pairing which is what we were expecting and a little disappointed did not accompany the meal. Also consider how to make the event more social such as group seating for meeting new people. We are huge fans of Lockwood Distillery and HIGHLY recommend y'all attend any event they put on!! read more

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We tried this place for lunch recently and had a great experience. There is plenty of seating inside and on the patio. The staff were friendly. The food and drink menu is large. We tried the deviled eggs, chicken sandwich and the bacon burger. All had great flavor. The portion sizes were excellent for the price. I tried the aged flight which was a great way to try multiple products. Would love to come back for a tasting tour. read more

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We tried this place on a Monday for half price draft drinks. It was a little quieter and more casual than we expected, so think legit brewery, even tho it's wine and spirits instead of beer. We ordered the pimento cheese tots, soo good. Definitely enough to split between 4-5 people. Also ordered the cheese board, easily shareable between 4-5 people also. The burger looked really good! We tried several drinks. Everything on the drink menu sounded good. Plenty of cocktail options. The draft OF is really good, but they said their other bourbon is better. The jalapeño hibiscus vodka, don't get the infused if you don't like spicy. I loved it but the girls weren't huge fans, it IS spicy. Bonus...this place does flights of their own bourbon and vodkas, looks like fun and reasonably priced, IMO! The waiter was great. Recommended drinks and food and even gave us a sample of some of their spirits. read more

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Came here to unwind after a long work week. I got a Muffuletta and Truffle Shuffle Tots to eat and the frozen red Cadillac drink. They were good. They were a little busy so it took a long time for me to be greeted and served, but the server was really nice and helpful. read more

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Really enjoyed our weekend lunch here. First off, the staff is amazing - super friendly, nice and responsive. The food was also delectable though! The chicken tender dinner is enough to share for two - it comes with four huge tenders which are essentially the size of chicken breasts. The tenders are very lightly battered and well seasoned. The dinner comes with an ample cup of perfectly fried tator tots as well as gouda mac and cheese. We substituted the mac 'n cheese for the house salad though which was really nice - generous with the chunks of goat cheese, with sliced almonds and romaine lettuce leaves. My partner really enjoyed the burger, which is served either pink or no pink. The buns are beautifully seeded with black and regular sesame seeds, and they actually hold up throughout the meal, instead of disintegrating like other buns. There's so much we want to try out here on the menu, so we will definitely be back! read more

We loved the idea of a distillery that served food and we found it was a great pairing. While we typically visit microbreweries, we're enjoying the ability to check out Texas distilleries. This is one we'll go back to again I went with the Richardson Mule with Hibiscus flavored vodka. It was delicious! My husband went with the Lockwood Flight featuring vodkas, gin, and a bourbon. It was a great way to try several items from their distillery. For food we started with the Poblano Pimento Cheese and crackers. The flavor of the cheese spread was addictive and the kick on the crackers added the right finish. I then tried the Jive Turkey sandwich. The combo of the turkey with havarti cheese and the grape chutney made for a savory meal. My husband went with the Lockwood Muffuletta that he devoured and washed down with the last of his flight. The service was awesome and the ambiance was inviting. There was live music while we were there that added to the lively atmosphere. This place is on the smaller side so make sure you call ahead for reservations. read more

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Went here for a pop up event to make clay earrings. It is well lit, cozy & great atmosphere. The wait staff are friendly, & very prompt! The drinks were amazing! I will be back to try their food menu. And, perhaps their beer too. See you next time Lockwood! read more

Cool place to hang out. Great vibe and good drinks, made with in-house liquors. Round it out with good food, and you have a fun evening. read more

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McKinney location was great went in after the parade and food was amazingggggg it's down the road from my job so excited to try more. We split the grading board which was 5/5 and the chicken tenders were SO GOOD read more

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Just wanted to update that the service is still 10/10 and so are the drinks and food! Absolutely a gem. read more

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Distilleries seem to be popping up everywhere. But Lockwood Distilling Co. sets themselves apart with funky vibes, creative atmosphere, delicious food, and excellent service. My friend was raving about this distillery, so I had to check it out when I was there for the golf tournament. The owners definitely have a unique style, as can be witnessed through the many stylized paintings that adorn the walls; Dolly Parton, Patrick Swayze, Notorious B.I.G. to name a few. And the music was as varied and enjoyable as the artwork. Creating a vibe that made you want to waste the day away just hanging out with great friends. Even though the distillery seemed relatively small, the bottles went on for miles. Bourbon, vodka, whiskey, gin, and rum were all on full display. One of their famous staples is the Hibiscus Vodka and the lemonade they make with it, using fresh basil. Another surprise home run was the Bourbon Cream; smooth, flavorful, and just the right punch for any cool night. Dusty was our bartender, mixing up some playfully named, tasty concoctions. He even shared some of his favorite recipes for the drinks and food to pair them with. I had such a good time, I ended up buying a bottle of the hibiscus vodka, bourbon creme, and a T-shirt like the one Dusty was wearing in the pictures. And they were all perfect. I haven't been to any of the other locations, but if they're all like this, you're doing yourself a disservice if you don't go visit. I'll be back in May. Hope to see you there... read more

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Loved the honey cast whisky, the service and food were great! They have special cocktails that are perfect. I'm always looking out for a good old fashion and they have a great one, no to sweet. read more

We scheduled a distillery tour and had reservations for dinner here, after the tour. The staff was so friendly, as well as helpful and entertaining. The tour was very interesting and informative. The tasting after the tour was one of the best I have ever had. Their spirits are all very good, and you get to taste quite a few. We bought a few bottles and have since bought some from the local liquor stores. The cocktails from the bar are innovative and tasty. The food is very good. I really loved their tater tots! It feels like a party with friends inside the restaurant/bar. They have live music on the patio. We plan to go to their Ft Worth location and expect it will be just as fun. read more

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Outstanding drinks, the best pastrami sandwich you could possibly imagine, a fantastic owners and waitstaff and an awesome atmosphere. We'll 1000% be back again, then again, and then again- again. read more

Highly recommend the rum flight if you're into pirates and sweeter liquors! A good deal as well! The hot toddy was one of my favorite drinks to get here. Our host didn't seem very friendly but the place was so great, he didn't really spoil any of the experience anyways. Good place to have friends over or to play board games at! read more

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Such a nice place, I am so glad our group decided to try Lockwood. It was a little out of our way, but despite the issues - it was worth it. Apparently on the evening we were there they had a plumbing issue, because of that it took our drinks a long time to come to our table. In fact, our food came out at the same time as the drinks. I believe it was the Manager that realized this and brought over a couple bottles of wine for us without charge for the inconvenience. Which was amazing and unexpected and also appreciated because my Sloe Gin Fizz was not good, but I really liked the bottle of Sauvignon Blanc and worked on that! The food was what we were all raving about! Someone in our group mentioned before we ordered how he didn't understand why restaurants take simple dishes and do too much. He had changed his mind by the end of the night and was saying that we will be back! And we will! read more

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