Oh gosh where to start???? The decor is awesome. The hospitality beats that, and the bev and food beats all!! So I say "bev & food," because the beverages come first. I had a watermelon, mint and tequila cocktail that was as advertised, "summer in a glass!" The comes a braised short rib and Oregon Pinot Noir - both to die for. The puree under the ribs and pumpkin seeds made all the textures and tastes wonderful. (And shame on me. I was so excited by that plate I forgot to take a picture!!) Nooow add in my server, Solomon, and it's nearly a party! But then... here comes the Chef to check on me, and his name?? FREEDOM!! Just soak that in! This is a can't miss spot if you're in El Paso. read more

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Freedom does an incredible job with the food and I highly recommend you check this place out! My coworker and I stopped in for happy hour after our conference and ordered a few appetizers and drinks. Besides everything being delicious, the staff was incredibly attentive and friendly, and always made sure we were taken care of. They were playing Gone With the Wind on the TV with some soft rock and roll in the background. Very relaxing ambiance. By the way, make sure to get the dessert. Their new strawberry basil shortcake is to DIE for! read more

Oak & Antler delivers elevated comfort food with excellent cocktails. We had our drinks at the table, starting with the bacon fat-washed maple old fashioned which was rich, savory, and beautifully balanced, as well as the Sandía Sol, which was bright and refreshing. Shout out to Anthony, the bartender. The deviled eggs and red and gold beet salad were solid, well-executed starters, and the shared southern fried chicken with macaroni and cheese was the highlight: crispy, juicy chicken and comforting mac that hits exactly the way you want it to. Warm service, relaxed pacing, and a menu that knows its strengths make Oak & Antler well worth the visit. read more

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Food was great portions perfect Service was on point Edith did a great job very attentive Ambience was just was just what we were looking for on a date night the live music was a huge plus. read more

Have you ever had a restaurant so amazing while on vacation that you actually are sad you don't live there? That was Oak & Antler for me. I don't even know where to begin my review because everything was stunning. They advertise themselves as an elevated dive bar with elevated being the key word here. The atmosphere was beautiful, the long bar at the back was such a pretty focal point, live music was playing, and there were sports playing above the bar but there were also intimate tables that screamed date night. We had Jeremiah as our waiter and he made us feel welcomed and important for the go. His recommendations were spot on and we were constantly being checked on. Now to the best part- the food! My best friend and I ordered the fried chicken and it is the best I've ever had. It is crunchy, flavorful, juicy, and an extremely generous portion. I loved dipping it in the hot honey that accompanied it. The pickles included weren't my favorite but that is such a small thing and honestly just a personal preference. I was stuffed after the chicken but it was so delicious that I had to try dessert because I knew they were going to knock that out of the park. I got the peach cobbler and OMG it was perfect. I just really cant say enough nice things about this place. Im going to make a trip to El Paso from Abq solely to support them because it is so obvious that an enormous amount of love and attention have gone into crafting something so wonderful. read more

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We had such a great experience at Oak and Antler! We didn't even realize they had a happy hour, so that was a fun surprise. The deviled eggs and drinks we picked were only $7 ... such a good deal and absolutely delicious. My husband ordered the Southern Fried Chicken with hot honey on the side, and I went with the Atlantic Cod. Both dishes were incredible ... perfectly cooked, flavorful, and definitely worth coming back for. The whole experience was enjoyable from start to finish, and we're already looking forward to our next visit! Service was amazing! read more

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One of the best surprises of 2025 came in the form of this beautiful establishment in good ol' El Paso, TX. I lived here twenty years ago and never imagined coming back to one of the best meals I've had the pleasure to eat. Parking was easy enough to find - a spot on the street right in front of the restaurant. Upon entering, I was taken aback by the tall ceilings, taxidermy pieces, and color scheme. But the real draw was the giant framed television in the back wall and the lounge area beneath it. The kind of place you'd want to meet up with friends for really good wine or fancy cocktails. The place was like a swanky, hip hunting lodge. The staff was very friendly. I was immediately greeted upon entering the restaurant. It wasn't terribly busy when I arrived and I was seated right away. Topo Chico and a house made lavender lemonade were perfect after just finishing a run. And then there was the food. Oh my, the food. Listen, this place had me at deviled eggs and pork chops. The deviled eggs had a generous amount of filling, even had a slight little kick that was unexpected but just right. I didn't hesitate to order the pork chop. It's the whole reason I came. The server recommended it be prepared medium to which I said "yes please." I also ordered the newly added cucumbers because a refreshing little bite sounded good. So much food but so worth it. The pork chop was delicious. I mean, so flavorful and melt in your mouth tender. I didn't know I could love a pork chop more. Then there were the black eyed peas and collard greens. I love me some collards and these were perfect. The peas? I could eat them at every meal - and I don't like legumes. But these were exceptional. The staff were all so friendly and attentive. From my sweet server who provided just the right amount of attentiveness, to the chef who came out of the kitchen to check on patrons, to the owner who shared the story of Oak & Antler and how it came to be what it is today. Overall, this gem with its southernish flare was the most pleasantly unexpected find and everything you could want in a dining experience while on a work trip. Kudos. And I can't wait to come back. read more

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Had the pork chop.... And it lives up to the hype! Delicious! Wife had the half chicken and it was also delicious. Awesome place, great service, great drinks. Definitely will be back. read more

Oak & Antler - Pork chop - Southern Near Me - El Paso, Texas

Amazing little Gastropub with a great feel, and the service was impeccable! You have to try their beet salad. I'm not a beat person but OMG was it phenomenal read more

Where does one begin? Rarely does a business who just started serving food meet the expectations. It takes months for them to get the hang of it and get a routine. That's normally. In this case oak and antler already has it. Service was A+ Food was A-. Just cause the only thing that was good but didn't blow me away was the Mac and cheese. It was good not great. But I got the Pork Chop and it was really good! I'd go back for that. We also got the peach cobbler and I really liked it. The blueberries really added to it. But two things stole the show for me. The Bacon Fat Old Fashioned and the Brussel sprouts. I'm a sucker for goat cheese and honey! They did it right! But saw someone get the fried chicken so on my next visit I'm getting that. I need to try it. read more

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Gone 3 times fopod is delicious, it's a good ambience and wonderful service. It's worth the drive .

This was a nice surprise in the downtown area near the Federal Courthouse. The restaurant is a "remake" of an older establishment, and it has been open since Nov. 2025. It is not large, but the tables are nicely spaced. The Bar is also available for dining. Very nice "Ambiance". Sort of upscale "Sports Bar-ish. We were there on a Saturday, arriving about 5:00PM, and we were seated immediately, By 6:00PM they were crowded, so we advise reservations. The food was very outstanding. All dishes were prepared as ordered perfectly and exceeded expectations. Our service was excellent from Gabe. He was newly hired, but got the entire order correct! Although this establishment is in downtown El Paso, it's about 15 minutes from "everywhere" you might be staying. Parking was no issue for us, but we were "early", so if you are a "late" diner, a parking garage will likely be for you. We do not know if the restaurant validates parking. Highly recommended!!! For the Record: we only write evaluation for "very good" or "dismal". Mediocre will take care of itself. read more

One of the best spots in the heart of downtown El Paso, great hospitality, we showed up with out a reservation which is encouraged and they were able to find us a place to sit and dine. Highly recommend the Sandia Sol and the Rosemary Gimlet. Love music as well. read more

Oak & Antler - Southern Near Me - El Paso, Texas

Visit date was Jan 3 A solid 4, only because my dining partners and I ordered a good portion of the menu and will go back in the future and taste what we missed on this visit. The wonderful outliers were the Brussel sprouts, beet salad, short ribs and the lavender sundress drink. The fried chicken, mac and cheese and Sandia Sol drink were also ordered. Unprompted, the chef and owner stopped by our table to check in on us. I asked the chef if the menu was seasonal and he relayed they change a few things around, but there are mainstays on the menu. A small, carefully crafted menu is my preference and Oak & Antler delivers on this. The waitress was stellar, service was prompt, and the ambiance is equivalent to a quaint, elegant, cozy NYC restaurant...in El Paso! Let that sink in. A solid recommendation if you are seeking something different in the El Paso dining scene. read more

Service is very good and the food was well made. Ambon r was nice and there was live music. read more

Oak & Antler - Salad - Southern Near Me - El Paso, Texas

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What a great culinary experience. Every dish we tried ( the Smash Burger, the Japanese Seabass, the Grilled Double-Cut Pork Chop, the Southern Fried Chicken and the Brussels Sprouts) were perfection. Lawrence and Freedom were the perfect hosts, making sure our night was living up to our expectations. Edith, our server was nice and friendly. The atmosphere was relaxed and easy going yet gave a downtown historic vibe that complimented the overall excellent experience. read more

Food was absolutely exceptionally. Kevin was a phenomenal waiter, very attentive. Definitely coming back. read more

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First time to this restaurant. Staff, atmosphere and food were all solid and worth every penny. Brussel sprouts and deviled eggs were a highlight of the meal. I will definitely come back again. read more

Great cocktails in a fun atmosphere. Attentive service. Definitely worth checking out with friends, or even alone.

We had a wonderful experience dining here. The food was amazing, the cocktails sublime and the ambience was so refreshing. We listened to an excellent saxophone player. Our waiter, Hector, was friendly, efficient and available. The manager/owner was thoughtful and attentive. Definitely go here. read more

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Such a fun and swanky little spot to relax with tasty cocktails in hand. Not gonna lie; I did not expect to find something like this in El Paso. But damn was it a joy to find! The Berkeley is totally my kind of vibe. The dim lighting, colorful and artsy decor, and jazzy vintage atmosphere is straight killer. Such a lovely bar to look at and I just couldn't stop looking around. And if that ain't enough, the music selection is the bomb.com and the drinks are delicious and affordably priced. I mean... what more can a girl ask for?! I dropped by on a slightly rainy weekday evening and the place was practically dead. Can't say that I was surprised because it was raining and also during the early work week, but I can only imagine how busy this place gets on the weekends. Some more folks eventually arrived a little bit later. I love the jazz theme and the ode to some of Jazz's most iconic legends through their portraits on the walls. Savannah was holding down the fort that evening and making all of the beautiful cocktails. She was so sweet and really fun to chat with. I had two cocktails; the Lavender Breeze and the Cucumber Rain. Both were scrumptious and very refreshing. I guess I tend to stick more to fruitier and crisp kinds of cocktails, but both of these drinks were right up my alley. They were also stunning to look at. Damn do I love me a good lookin' craft cocktail! It was happy hour while I was there, so I ended up getting a great deal on the already cheaply priced drinks. Coming from California, these drinks would be at LEAST $15 a piece. I know the cost of living is a lot less out here in Texas, but it was nice to be able to take advantage of the cheaper price tags. I loved just kickin' back and sippin' my drink whilst listening to some 90's classics and reminiscing about the good ol' days. Yep, the Berkeley is definitely a great vibe and a wonderful little find in El Paso. If you want great cocktails with a wonderful ambience and a relaxed feel, this is your place. read more

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This is a must visit in downtown El Paso. Well stocked bar with decent pours, smooth music that you to do not have to shout over, great hosts and customer service. The star of the show is the dinner menu. This is executive-level flavor profiling that will bring you back again and again. read more

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Food and ambiance was amazing! My sister and I split develed eggs, cucumber salad and short ribs, everything was delicious and fresh!! Cocktails were good, can't wait to return and try the Bacon bourbon Manhattan.. read more

I took my teenage kiddos to try something different and experience a different ambience. Let me say! From the minute we walked in, the service was 5 stars! Our waiter Will was phenomenal! He doted on us and my kiddos, and made so many great suggestions, that hit the mark to perfection. The food was OMG! Tasty, cooked to perfection. We savored each bite. Good ole comfort food was a hit! Such a classy vibe! The attention to detail that Will provided was out of this world. Good great, drinks great, and service great! Definitely going back! read more

The ambiance is amazing, great vibe and the live music was on point. We had wine and cocktails. Would visit again when we are in town.

Great vibe and wonderful food. When you think local and quality food - this is the place. Highly recommend the half chicken and mushroom risotto. The burgers are great too! read more

You're missing out if you haven't been here. Genuinely some of the best dishes ive tried in a very long time. Everyone I talk to raves about the brussel sprouts and it's for a reason. The bartender knows his stuff and you will get great drinks every time. The staff is knowledgeable and accomodating, they have live music every friday, and a welcoming ambiance. Definitely a can't-miss spot. read more

My initial thoughts from the pictures in the wall and from other reviews was this was a jazz bar. Something El Paso desperately needs. With pictures of the Rat Pack Ray Charles is was prepared for craft cocktails and great music. The location downtown is perfect. It's really starting to grow into a cool fun area to hang out. Everything from street food to upscale restaurants and bars. The Berkeley sits on the higher side if that scale. They don't offer food but you can order from the restaurant next door. The drink menu is filled with classic cocktails and the bartender seems to know what she's doing. I can tell you that the classic old fashion. Buyer beware if you order during happy hour they use crap bourbon so let them know you want the full price version to climb out of the well. The initial drink is a bit heavy on bitters and simple syrup. But the nights early. Let's see what happens. The music... When I said above that the idea of this being a jazz bar was a mistake. They miss the mark and instead of playing Miles Davis they played what is now considered to be R&B... ish. I wouldn't say I hate the music. But if you've read any of my other reviews I'm a huge fan of theming. I wanted the timeless classics of Miles Davis or John Coltrane and instead got a bass heavy playlist that's drowned out the ambiance of the bar. So the old fashion was too sweet and they overkilled it on the bitters. Strike one The Berkley on fire also too sweet but def a more complex drink with multiple layers of taste from sweet to spicy to that smoke yum you get from mezcal. The Berkley Martini - now we hit a home run! Or at least we got a run off a loaded third base. I'm not sure but it was good. I don't like to make my reviews about the wait staff. I feel they work hard for their money but tonight the bartender didn't seem like she was on her A game. Watching her shake bitters or pour olive juice or stir these fragile drinks told the story. The martini was or would have been delicious if prepared by someone with a passion for the craft. You could taste the love that was put into the blue cheese stuffed olives and if you tried multiple and I did you'd eventually get the one that had the proper balance of "dirty" to martini. We ordered 4 no 2 tasted the same but the one that was right... it was spectacular! Ultimately The Berkeley gets 3 Stars out of 5. Better music and consistent drinks would make this place a must do when visiting downtown. Heck it could be a destination bar but right now it's good for a drink before a show or on your way to a meal. read more

Oak & Antler - "Classic" old fashion. Too sweet and over bittered. You just need 2 or 3 drops. It's not like salsa on a taco. - Southern Near Me - El Paso, Texas

Get a real bar staff were there last Friday for live music the band was awesome, two girls behind the bar were beyond slow. Getting drinks took forever and I think the blond was under the influence or drunk I watched several customers walk out because of the slow bar service. place lost lots of money read more

This time capsule gem in the heart of downtown is absolutely worth the visit. As soon as you enter, it's as though you teleported into a different decade. An excellent addition to the upcoming nightlife in downtown El Paso. I almost want to say you don't feel like you're in El Paso, but rather the Lower East Side in NYC. I highly recommend this bar. The experienced mixologists/bartenders offer delicious cocktails and high quality service. Be sure to check out this new addition to the El Paso downtown area! They do have a happy hour during the week from 3-7 pm! They offer live music and other events. Be sure to check out their website! Stop by, grab a drink, and enjoy the experience :) Don't forget your flapper dress! ;) hehe read more

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Big time fun! Almost seemed like El Paso was Austin, but better! So I attended the NY Eve party! We had fun! It was lien the whole bar community mixed! Just a great time! The drinks were on point! These bartenders have skills! So I can't wait to return on a regular night! Good vibe! Chill! Attentive and comfort! Cozy into that couch with ya friends and have Greta drinks and food from Macs! Her French fries and fried fish are just what a causal drink and foodies needs! ‍ read more

Oak & Antler - Southern Near Me - El Paso, Texas

This place never lets me down. I go there with new dates and the service is always on point. Definitely a must try in El Paso! read more

Oak & Antler - Dirty Gin Martini - Southern Near Me - El Paso, Texas

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Good food highly recommended Great amazing restaurant Great ambiance .....................................................

Hubby and I had a great time at this bar. The bartender was a doll. The atmosphere was chill. It was clean. There's lot parking a couple doors down. Prices were reasonable. During certain hours, there's live music. read more

Great drinks and great service. Was in town for a 5 days and spent 4 of the evenings here. The staff knows their trade. Sav was an awesome bartender and made great cocktails. They had luve music on Friday and Saturday night. Don't miss this place. read more

Oak & Antler - Southern Near Me - El Paso, Texas

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By far one of the coolest cocktail bars in downtown El Paso the ambiance is great and my guy Anthony is the best bartender out highly recommend checking out this place if you're in the area ... read more

Oak & Antler - Southern Near Me - El Paso, Texas

I love to see Cocktail lounges such as this in El Paso. It's such a cool spot and the drink menu is awesome with a good mix of sweet, spicy and classic cocktails. I really enjoyed the seating as it is perfect for a date night and accommodates large groups. I would recommend checking them out! read more

Oak & Antler - Southern Near Me - El Paso, Texas

Now called Oak and Antler, this is a fun spot for affordable cocktails. Low-key vibes, and friendly bartender. The on-menu cocktails were on the sweet-side, but our bartender could easily alter the ratios upon request. read more

The best cocktails in town, truly enjoyed this place! Great bartenders and selection of tequilas. Anthony is the best and super knowledgeable. read more

Oak & Antler - Bar area - Southern Near Me - El Paso, Texas

Came here for Fri happy hour and I loved this bar so much! It has lovely decor and the music is on point for upbeat relaxation where its loud enough to enjoy but you can easily carry conversations - think r&b, soul. Diverse patrons and everyone was very friendly. We tried the old fashioned and lavender breeze, which were happy hour priced $6 from 4-7pm. Didn't care too much for the lavender breeze because it was too sweet and lavendery to the point that it didn't taste like alcohol, but the old fashioned was decent. This place is all about the ambiance so if you're looking for an adult, sophisticated vibe or a date spot, it definitely fits the bill. read more

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