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    Tanstaafl Pub

    4.0 (19 reviews)
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    Closed 2:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    TANSTAAFL PUB ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Live music
    Juke Box
    Quiet

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    The wall of beers
    Ana D.

    Is this a first review? Okay kids, the name of this bar stands for "There ain't no such thing as a free lunch". The place is old and dirty just like we like it. Cash only, no cards. There is a small patio and I mean small. Darts and pool tables and juke box. Live music sometimes. The service is very friendly. Rumor has it that this is one of the oldest bars in Arlington. I can't remember whether Stagecoach or the Why Not Bar has the other oldest liquor license.....

    a patio area with a gas heater
    Chris M.

    This is my favorite bar in town. I'm there at least 4 nights a week, their drinks are strong,& well priced. It is smokey! but that adds to the character of the place,its not some so called sports bar or stinking restaurant, & no damn kids. it is a true bar with darts, pool tables, bar snacks, & even a trivia & game night, all in all its a great place, where u go to drink, smoke, have a good time & unwind. No such thing as a free lunch. The T

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    10 years ago

    If you like hole in the wall bars with cheap drinks and great service, you'll love this place. Super laid back.

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    14 years ago

    Another small, smokey bar that I like to frequent. Cheap drinks and so close to home I could walk...and I have... and I probably will again.

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    Revolver Bldg. 5 Taproom

    Revolver Bldg. 5 Taproom

    4.6
    (8 reviews)
    3.8 mi

    I remember when I heard they were building Texas Live, and how Revolver was supposed to have a mini…read morebrewery and taproom here. Then as things were nearing completion, I remember seeing a couple of employees somewhere and asking about it, and they said that it would be in "phase two". Then sometime later, I remember a construction guy telling me, "there ain't no phase two, what you see with Texas Live is what you got, there isn't going to be any expansion". I could never find anything out. Then about six months or so, someone who works there told me it was being built in the corner, and would be open soon. I figured I'd believe it when I saw it, and now it's here. It's a nice space, with a separate entrance. Really went upscale more than you would see in most taprooms. I think only the Choctaw Lounge is nicer, and you can't hardly get into that place. The bar top is almost as long as the room, lots of stools. A good amount of pub type tables, and a larger community table, along with some low height chairs and tables. All pretty nice furniture. Couple of roll up doors open into the patio during nicer weather. My couple visits, I've seen several beers that I've never seen on tap anywhere else. Revolver is supposed to be doing several beers for this location only. Lot's of different beers, and this is probably the only place you'll see with this many of their beers on tap at any given time. I've done the brewery events in Granbury and they usually have maybe 6-8 beers on tap. I'm seeing 10-15 different beers on tap here. You can also get food in here, most of it items from Lockhart BBQ. But there are a couple things unique to the taproom, including the chili. The chili is pretty good, but the jalapeno cornbread is fantastic. Anyway, really nice, great place to hang out. Plenty of TV's and usually some decent music in the background. Prices are higher, which is expected because of the location, but I've paid about $7-$10 for different beers. Looking forward to more special beers. Too bad all the beer snobs hate Revolver, some good new stuff in here.

    We met here with friends recently, and all agreed this is much needed addition to the Texas Live!…read morefamily. Revolver Brewing BLDG5 Brewery and Tap Room is tucked away near the Miller Tavern and Beer Garden. It offers a much needed lounge area with comfortable seating, a warm atmosphere, and an insteresting list of beers. Ask about their pickled eggs, pickled sausage, and smoked meats/jerky @ the bar!

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    G Willickers Pub

    G Willickers Pub

    4.2
    (28 reviews)
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    I wanted to share feedback about a recent visit to your bar during karaoke night…read more I've been here multiple times in the past and have always had a great experience, which is why I recommended it to a friend and chose to come back. My group and I had been there for about an hour, ordered drinks, tipped, and participated in karaoke without any issues. Everything was going well. However, we were suddenly told we would no longer be served, without any explanation. When I calmly asked for clarification, another staff member approached and made a comment about us having "the worst attitude," which was unexpected and did not reflect our behavior or experience that evening. We chose to leave without escalating the situation, but the interaction felt unprofessional and confusing--especially since there had been no prior issue or communication. I'm sharing this in hopes that it can be reviewed internally, as it impacted what had otherwise been a consistently positive experience.

    I went there tonight. I used to be a regular when Earl was the KJ and before life got in the way of…read moreme having fun on a regular basis. The current KJ Nina is incredibly rude. She let me sing once and let other people sing 2-3 times after I did. She was dismissive when I brought this to her attention so I took back the tip I put in her jar that was double the amount of other tips. I hope you guys get a kinder KJ that will honor Earl's legacy. I will think twice before setting foot in this establishment again. There are other places to sing karaoke in Arlington. The bartenders are really nice and take good care of the patrons though.

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