Lower level upscale bar hidden in the depths of a hotel. We found ourselves here at least 3 times in the 7 days that we were in in Texas. The prices were mid range, alcohol mixers were fresh and the service was very good. We ordered a hamburger and it was so delicious! We did not expect a great burger from a bar, but this was soooooo good. The music was hopping and there was great energy behind the bar and in the seats. Great positive vibe and definitely a mixture of ages. Can't wait to go back when I'm in Texas again. read more

Midnight Rambler - Tucked away but worth exploring - New American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Seasonal cocktail menu with creative drinks to entice any palette. Friendly bartenders, ask for Haley...she's on point and awesome!! read more

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I took a group of 8 here on a late Thursday night, we were seated quickly and our server, Cindy, was phenomenal. We all ordered a variety of their excellent craft cocktails, and she brought them out in a timely manner. One of our guests spilled a drink and she handled it perfectly. The drinks are worth the bang for your Buck, and The Midnight Rambler couldn't have been a better first stop for our weekend in Dallas. read more

My boyfriend loves a good speakeasy, so I took him here for some after-dinner drinks. This is a beautiful bar with a speakeasy vibe. An unassuming entrance when you enter into the Joule, off to the left through the front doors. They didn't do reservations for two, but we easily found seats at the bar on a Saturday evening. The bar itself was gorgeous. The drinks were also amazing. The homemade pecan-whiskey lived up to the name. Very heavy on the pecan, but it pairs so well with the whiskey. Their old fashioned is also quality. Super fun time, great date night place, highly recommend! read more

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Great ambiance and even better drinks. The bar is located inside the hotel on the left. There's typically a 10-15 minute wait period on weekends but worth it. The music was a bit too loud to hear even within our table but otherwise a great experience. read more

On a recent trip to Dallas, my friend and I only had a few must-dos on our last, and Midnight Rambler was one of them. My friend knows the owners in a professional capacity and has been wanting to go for years. Boy was it worth it. The ambience is chic and cozy. The bartenders were friendly and knowledgeable. The drinks were unique, unusual, and utterly delicious. My friend and I sat at the bar so we could talk through the beautiful menu--laid out like a map with little vignettes about the locations that inspired the drinks--with the bartender. I'm writing this review a few months down the road from our visit, so I can't remember exactly what I had, but both our drinks were absolutely fabulous. If I'm ever back in Dallas, I'll definitely be visiting again when I have a bit more time to sit and enjoy more than one cocktail. read more

Loved it! Located in the whimsical Joule Hotel's basement level, this spot has been getting rave reviews. I had to see it during my visit. A very dark, intimate speakeasy feel was my first thought. I decided to sit at the bar and have a drink and bite. Every staff member I encountered was exceptionally nice and helpful. My bartender/server was no exception. I tried the Rose Rosay and it was perfect. Not too sweet and very flavorful. I decided to have a grilled cheese for dinner. It took forever to arrive. It was good, but not great. Not very cheesy and pretty dry. The fries were good. I had more than enough food so it was fine. I opted to have a Manhattan with dinner and it was divine. The best Manhattan I've ever had. Delicious and beautiful. The decor was really fun. In addition to the bar, there are several small tables, larger table booths and private areas. Very cute and great if you're planning to stay awhile. I'm so glad I got to try Midnight Rambler and I will think of that Manhattan in Dallas often! read more

These are real crafted cocktails, you can immediately taste the quality because the flavors aren't overpowering and instead just blends well together. That 214 drink was really good, forgot what the official name was but it's the most popular drink. The matcha drink with calpico and coconut water was amazing too, such a rare offering in this town for someone who is into an Asian flavor in their alcoholic drink. If you go early there's a wait, if you go right past midnight, it's a lot easier to ramble :) Disney themed drink list was so cute will definitely return. read more

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Great drinks & atmosphere! The pineapple get down tasted like pineapple upside down cake, the oxaca awaits was great, and then we had whiskey sours which were amazing! The hummus was also so so gooood and flavorful, the staff was nice and everything was great! RESERVATIONS- if you try to make reservations on their website for smaller groups it will say you don't have enough people to make a reservation, but when we got there all the tables were reserved and only seating was at the bar or standing. Apparently you can call and leave a message to make reservations, or take your chances at the bar. Luckily we got seats pretty quick, but they also let us sit at a reserved table until that party showed up! They have free valet for the first 1.5 hours then it's $5 after that read more

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Seriously this place smells awful. Like the sewage has been overflowing for days and no one cared to clean it. The drinks here are great...but hard to enjoy when it smells like your all sitting in a porta-potty read more

Yelped to find a bar close by my hotel while downtown Dallas. Didn't pay attention that it was inside another hotel. Really cool entrance, and a small cozy place. Was super loud but still really enjoyed our time in a new and different place read more

The real highlight of this establishment is the amazing cocktail program by Dallas sweetheart Gabe Sánchez. The setting remains unchanged from pre-COVID era and is a perfectly deco den appropriate for the 1920s-built joule hotel. A must-visit for the downtown crowd. read more

Midnight Rambler - New American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Nice place with good drinks. Small bar which was standing room only. Music was good, but so loud you had to yell to have a conversation. Crowd was mostly 30-40 and smart business casual. Would like to go back on a less busy night. read more

Stumbled across this cocktail bar while out in downtown. So glad we tried it! We didn't have a reservation but arrived once they opened and they accommodated. Great cocktails and super cool vibe inside. Would definitely come back! read more

Interesting, yummy drinks & attentive service! Loved how the drink menu was tied to artists in the local community. I got the Strawberry Supreme, and my friend got the La Jefa! read more

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On a few hour layover visiting my sister we decided to grab a few drinks. It was a little ways from where we were crawling around, so we ubered there. Not realizing it was in the basement of the hotel we circled. I had been travelling so I wasn't sure if I was dressed well enough to get in, but it wasn't really a dress code sort of place despite the hostess. There was live music playing and a dance floor, booths, tables, bar seating. The crowd was a mix of locals, business men, people looking to party, and a lot of people on dates. Décor was great, a radiant copper glow from the ceiling. The backbar could use some better color/lighting contrast. There was staff running orders, people supervising and bar backs, but I found the bartenders themselves a little in the weeds for no reason. I think they would be better off with a service well and 2 bar wells. The soda water/ginger beer tap was leaking. While some drinks were super quick others were slower than need be. It might have been the way they took the orders, but getting 3 drinks I didn't get much in the way of customer service/hospitality. No hello, no thank you when I settled, had to ask for menus. I was surprised at how well priced their beer & shot boilermaker pairings were, I had one while I read through the menu and decided. The rest of their menu was about in line with a few outliers. I found the Wassail to be not as complex as I'd expected for a signature drink. Beer selection was only ok compared to the booming scene. The menu itself probably has more limitations than most since it's in a hotel and pricing has dictations, but I found the flavors to be a little immature. A lot of old world ingredients with new world styles and techniques, but just unfocused as a whole menu. An identity crisis if you will. The set up had the bathrooms down the hall and it lacked continuity of design/concept. A Saturday night probably wasn't the best time to come in and visit and then review, but friends of friends told me about the place and raved, so my expectations were high. I hadn't been to Dallas in years, but my visits to San Antonio Cocktail week, Austin and other big Texas cities had be hopeful for more. read more

Really cool venue. Nice ambiance. The food passed around at the event I went to was delicious if a bit weird. Some of the drinks were off the wall, but everyone loved them. read more

Such a cool spot. Seriously exceeded any and all expectations I had prior to going. I had wanted to try this place for a few years now, after I heard about it on one of my trips to Texas. A friend and I both happened to be in Dallas a few days ago and finally decided to give it a go and man am I happy we did!! Service was amazing! Had a two top table and the server, I think her name was Liz, was super nice and very knowledgeable. All of the cocktails I had were absolutely fantastic, especially the "Fredo in Cuba"!!! The decor and music were absolutely spectacular as well, plus the selection (especially of liquers and Amaros) made me wish I was staying in town and had taken an Uber! Can't wait to go back to this bar and bring as many people in as I can. Midnight Rambler, thank you for your hospitality! read more

One of my favorite spots in Dallas for the speakeasy atmosphere. I came when they first opened (several years ago) and the space was much bigger and PACKED! If you come on a weekend evening, get there before 10 or you'll likely have to wait to get in. I come for the atmosphere these days. I don't care a lot for the craft cocktails on the menu, even as the menu rotates by season. The last few times we have been, we have ordered from the menu and regretted it. Their drinks are certainly dynamic with quality / unique ingredients, but the flavors and combinations just aren't for me. I would stick to classic orders like a Manhattan, French 75, old fashioned, etc. The bartenders are skilled and trustworthy with these types of drinks, no doubt. I overheard a conversation between a patron and bartender last night (8/3/19) that I found odd. There's a watermelon / gin drink on the summer menu and the patron requested gin be swapped out for vodka. The bartender declined, but offered to make him a vodka drink instead. The patron was interested in the watermelon, specifically, and the bartender declined, stating that watermelon would only be used for the gin drink on the menu. The patron ended up with a cranberry/vodka. This exchange was odd to me because of the skill of these particular bartenders. I am surprised this bartender couldn't (wouldn't?) find a win/win. BUT, I also recognize that this place is packed on the weekends, and sometimes you can't please everyone, so sometimes you just have to say no. Bummer for that patron this time, but I don't think it's always that way at this spot. read more

Cozy speakeasy hiding under the lobby of The Joule Hotel. Valet Parking on Main eliminates the drama of hunting for a downtown space. Step right into the hotel lobby from the valet stand, and descend the stairs on the left (note the 'Cocktails' neon sign). The bar is on your left; with tables, booths, and a few couches available in front of it. Art deco lighting enhances the ambience of the dim interior. Soft and light alternative tunes added to the casual elegance on the night we visited, although I hear that loud techno music sometimes turns the space into a harsher dance factory. (I'm glad we avoided the dance-club vibe.) Best of all; the waiter was helpful and attentive. He talked over our drink selections, and gave us ideas and feedback that proved quite helpful. He was a star that boosted this constellation! Heck; this bar was so good - now we wanna stay at The Joule! We'll be back soon! read more

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Pre covid review: I had the return of the quetzalcoatl, which was a beautiful mix of flavors, cooling from the cucumber and spicy and smoky from the liquor. Service was great, water was never empty and everyone seemed to be having a good time. read more

The ambiance of this basement bar is great. Although it's quite small, there is plenty of staff to ensure each customer's needs are met. It's a little loud, so if you're looking for an intimate place to talk, I'd suggest that you keep looking. The drinks are great--exactly what you'd expect at a place like this. We had the shrimp/Avocado dip. It was fine, but not something I'd ever order again. Great place for fun and romantic pre-dinner drinks. read more

I love this cocktail lounge! It seems like a chic speakeasy to me. Located in the lower level of the Joule Hotel in downtown Dallas, with a drink menu prepared by award-winning bartender, Gabe Sanchez. During my last visit, I had a Caribbean Old Fashioned and a Love You, Don't Like You (Espresso Martini), both were great! read more

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Located on the lower level of the Joule hotel in downtown Dallas, it is easy to miss if you don't know what you're looking for. But once you find it, you'll be treated with a wide array of tasty adult beverages! I went here on a Sunday, with their theme being Slow and Low Sundays. They have both drink and food specials, and a dj that spins vinyls! Definitely a chill spot for Sunday Funday!!! I started off with an old fashioned (not the Sunday special one since the bartender told me it's a bit on the sweet side). It was definitely well done and very smooth. I then decided to venture out and decided to try the bartender's recommendation of a rum version of old fashioned...so i ended up ordering the Cutlass Supreme. It was pretty good and the sherry adds a bit of boldness and flavor to it. They offer complimentary valet but I'm sure you can find street parking. And once you go inside the Joule, take your first left, go down two flights of stairs, and that's where you'll find this joint. Come out on Sundays and let if flow....slow and low.... read more

Midnight Rambler - Slow and Low Sundays!!! - New American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Called ahead to confirm hours as I saw contradicting information online. The current voicemail states that midnight rambler is open until 2AM on Saturdays and Sundays. I arrived to the Joule Hotel and did not see any signage that indicated where the lounge was. I asked the front desk and both gentlemen working were curt and unhelpful stating Midnight Rambler is closed today and tomorrow. I played the voicemail for them and they just stared at me and reiterated it was closed. I asked that they share that feedback and they couldn't seem to care any less. It's a very simple update to save people from wasting their time. read more

I went on a Monday night and it was pretty packed! It's located underneath Joule hotel and a pretty chic place. The hipster place is small but friendly staff, dimmed light ambiance, not that loud. It's a great chill place to come to after work or dinner. If you are visiting Dallas (like I was), it is a good spot to stop by for great drinks! read more

Midnight Rambler - New American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

What a great hidden bar! This was my favorite place while visiting Dallas. It is a lounge/bar with great music, cool vibes, and excellent craft cocktails. We were able to snag a table for our group of 8 people and had a great time here! They have table service, but it was faster to head to the bar and order from there. read more

I'm in love. Midnight rambler is super hipster, has friendly staff, makes great cocktails and it's going into my bar rotation. This hidden gem is in the Joule hotel and is a great craft cocktail bar. I had the Zobo and the Painkiller and both were delicious. I especially loved the pain killer. They also had a DJ and they were playing old school hits that set the tone for fun and even made us dance a Little. I really like this bar and I can't wait to go back. James the bartender rocks and makes great drinks!!!! read more

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Fantastic cocktails- go for happy hour for cheaper prices. Beautiful space in a super cool hotel. I had a pizza and it was fine but it got the job done. Really great place to meet up with friends for a drink or to go on a date. read more

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If you are looking for a late night snack this place is great. The food comes from CBD provisions upstairs and even simple fare like grilled cheese was superb. The bar tenders were very knowledgeable. They could make sophisticated drinks to have educated conversations on the merits of various whiskey they carried. Great place for a quiet drink or late bite ! read more

Midnight Rambler - Grilled cheese - New American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Although the ambiance is quite nice, I didn't think the drinks or the service lived up to the hype. I asked for a fruity drink and the bartender gave me a tart lemon drop drink, which wasn't very good. Next, I got the Bohemian Breeze, which was nothing more than a dry rose. Slow service, I had to wait 10 minutes before ordering each drink. If you want a table, make a reservation or be prepared to wait a looong time at the bar. At 9pm, the place was packed! I was placed on the waitlist and told it would take 10 minutes to get a table for 2. No problem. 20 minutes later...nothing, 30 minutes later...crickets...40 minutes...legs are tired from standing at the bar and time to leave. The best part is valet is free. If you don't want to wait in line and prefer better ambiance, service, and drinks, then go to Truth & Alibi (password required - just go to FB page). read more

Midnight Rambler - Specialty cocktail, not on menu - New American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

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Wow! I have had this speakeasy bookmarked since before COVID, and opening weekend after a long hiatus did not disappoint. The prime location in the basement of the Joule is cool in and of itself, but walking down the dimly Lit stairwell and engulfed by the sound of music and chatter, opening up into a warm room of dim light and beautiful wood. The drinks were awesome, highly recommend a French 75 (not on the drink menu, but they made a mean 75). Everyone was so friendly, the bouncer and hostess were both so kind and warm. They sat us at our table about 15 minutes early which was amazing. If you want a table, I highly recommend a reservation. Reservations are limited to parties of four or more. Pro tip: valet is free for the first 90 minutes and 5$ after. read more

Wonderful little location that is almost "hidden" in the lower floor of the Joule Hotel. I'm a big fan of the cocktails and had a really pleasant charcuterie board to compliment my drink. The dim lights leave a very romantic, yet lively vibe that makes any date worthwhile. Very knowledgeable staff that have great recommendations. I tried a few drinks and was pleasantly surprised at how fresh and balanced the flavors were. The day I visited wasn't as busy as some of the reviews state, but the space still had great energy. I'll need to come back on a late weekend night for a more crowded vibe! read more

Visited tonight to celebrate my fiancés birthday with drinks. We sat patiently for a server, but apparently there was no one to serve us... After waiting a while, I got and went to the bar to order drinks. I asked the bartender where is the server and they didn't know. I couldn't help but notice every other table around me was getting service, except for me.. I also couldn't help but to notice we were the only black people. Take it as you will, but I'd hate for others to have this awful experience. Will not come back. Such a shame. read more

We came here for the last drink of the night. On a Monday night it was definitely easy to get a seat at the bar. We promptly order ourselves one of the signature cocktails, Cuffs and Buttons. The cocktail was delicious and the ambiance was great. I can imagine this place being quite crowded during the weekend. Thankfully, we were one of maybe ten patrons at the establishment since it was closer to closing time on a Monday night. The complimentary valet was much appreciated. I'm not sure if they offer that type of service on a weekend night. read more

Midnight Rambler - Cuffs and Buttons // spiced bourbon, stone fruit orange blossom honey, creole bitters, lemon zest - New American Near Me - Dallas, Texas

This is the worst bar that I've been to in the entire United States. The service was horrible, the waiter was rude, and the drinks were terribly crafted. Am I being too negative? We couldn't sit in the empty bar because our fifth (of our total of five) wasn't physically there. She was trying to find it. I ordered my wine and the waiter said he couldn't figure out which one I ordered, because I mispronounced it. But I'm glad a Dallas hipster corrected me. The waiter never checked on our drinks. One was clearly wrong and the other was horribly made. She didn't drink more than one sip. They didn't care. The server tried guilting us for splitting our checks. The place was half full. They charged our sober friend $3.50 for soda water and a lime. Now, what does one star mean to me? 5: I think about the spot when I'm in another city 4: great experience, and if I'm in the city again, I'll look this place up. 3: good experience (meal/drink), but I may not ever go back. 2: something is seriously off. 1: F*#£ this place. Actively avoid. You've been warned. And Go Stars! read more

First time at this establishment. We went as a group of 8 after dinner for drinks on a Friday night. It was kinda packed but they were great in accommodating us with a seat. It's supposedly a speakeasy that's very easy to find at the basement of The Jouel Hotel. The drinks were nice with interesting names too. Drink prices as expected for this type of places $14 - $17. The only thing, it's a small space and the music was too loud. We couldn't have any conversation and got a headache from it. I think it would be a great spot if the volume can be adjusted. read more

Cute hidden underground bar with fun drinks! Highly recommend. But don't recommend ordering a vegan pizza because they don't tell you they are bringing you a sad dried out pizza w/only sauce and crust...you would think they would tell you they didn't have vegan cheese lol. read more

Fix your hours of operation. Who wants to waste their time downtown parking to show up to a place that isn't even open

Nice ambience although quite chilly inside. I enjoyed the burger there. It was one of the best burgers I have ever had. I sat at the bar and the bar tender was very friendly and talkative. It was difficulty to initially find the restaurant as it is located downstairs of the Joule, but I was able to get some folks to point me in the right direction. read more

Midnight Rambler - Delicious burger and fries - New American Near Me - Dallas, Texas