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    The Library

    3.9 (213 reviews)
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    Closed 2:00 pm - 2:00 am (Next day)

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    Upscale
    Live music

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    Took my mom to get a quick small bite to eat with some live entertainment. There was able next to us that shortly after we arrived they were having a giant argument, took it to the lobby and came back eventually continue to argue the entire time. The server also was a little snappy or seemed off. We were going to order more in deserts but the atmosphere of our surrounding area was not ideal so we left.

    Tramon H.

    The ambiance of one everyone should experience. The drinks were amazing. The service was great and my cousin said the food was delicious.

    Here lies a mystery novel in a library full of short stories
    Blak B.

    Sing this in ya Tina Turner voice * Rollin, Rollin, Rollin into The Library Bar* lol. This place is a total music lover's paradise. Live music every night with amazing talents. I wasn't very hungry but I decided to try the crab cake & it was deliciously prepared. The chef was also kind enough to honor my request to make it a sandwich *shush & stop judging me*. Lol. The entire bar staff is phenomenal and friendly. They welcomed my crazy self with open arms. This is definitely a locals hang out & like a true social butterfly that I am, I made sure to make a few connections since I'm new to the city. I love the feel of the place. Very upscale yet not pretentious. This lounge is #BarbieApproved

    warwick sidecar & espresso martini (w baileys)
    Emilie H.

    gorgeous place to come back to over and over again!! elegant, subdued, and the musicians are always phenomenal. the cheapest thing on the menu is a $7 beer and all cocktails are $20 and STRONG. servers are lovely and kind, and cater to the older audience well. the only thing that would elevate this place more is a little stage lift (it can be hard to see the pianist) and coasters. a tasteful date, boss-impressing, or people watching spot. best for duos or a small group.

    Easter buffet - round one!
    Kristy S.

    Excellent service and a cozy atmosphere. I have enjoyed two thanksgiving buffets. And easter buffet (yesterday) and a few happy hours/appies here. The food is outstanding and the Chef frequently walks the room to make sure that all guests are happy and satisfied. The Easter buffet was out of control delish - my favs (so many to choose from!)...the crab claws with house made roulade, the perfectly cooked prime rib with their 26-hour au jus, truffle mac and cheese, grilled asparagus, key lime pie, caviar deviled eggs, carrot cake...absolutely stunning! I had to take a nap after all of the deliciousness...

    Terrance G.

    Came here to catch up with a few buddies thinking there was a happy hour. There is no happy hour anymore here. However, despite that i would come here again. They have great drinks and provide a nice relaxing ambiance for any type of event whether an outing with friends, date etc. the old fashioned is highly recommended and they take their time with it. I didn't order food but they do offer bar nuts to munch on while you enjoy your cocktails.

    Matthew D.

    ordered a drink (paper plane) they didn't have the stuff to make it , no biggie, I ordered a drink off their menu (sidecar - said made with RemyVSOP, Lime, agave, Cointreau, Pama. I legit watched him grab regular ole Henney even though the remy was a shelf above... Bummed they still charged me 20 for somehh th Ing that was made with cheaper stuff and not what was on the menu. However it still tasted good

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    A cozy ambiance and great place for some drinks. Cheers Dallas! Bartenders were super friendly.

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    A really cool speakeasy vibe, great for pre or post dinner cocktails. Plenty of high end drink options.

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    Food was fantastic! Wait staff was phenomenal! The dining experience was not rushed at all! Beautiful experience

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    1 year ago

    Fun cocktail spot. Very lively, cozy, and drinks are strong. Looks like cool spot for after dinner drinks.

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    Such a great place to meet with friends and spend a relaxed evening! We enjoyed the food choices and drinks. Our server was very attentive!

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    Great vibe upscale, smart , and fun great service highly recommend. Good area of town too

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    Fantastic cocktail bar hidden away in a boutique hotel. Wonderful ambience. The bartender was adventurous for us and made some great drinks!

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    Great food and service.The ambiance was pleasant and relaxing. It was just a very nice place to be!!!

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    Dark bar inside of a hotel. Live music. Masculine old world vibes. Stiff drinks and swanky vibes. Love

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    The Mansion Bar

    The Mansion Bar

    4.1
    (80 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$$$

    Used to be 5+ star. This *was* a Dallas crown jewel of an upscale bar with fantastic service and…read moremusic, but it's flipped upside down. The hotel property is like four legs under the table - a great location, a great hotel experience, a great restaurant experience, and a entertainment experience (The Mansion Bar). At least one leg has been kicked out, one is suffering. The Mansion Bar used to have a great recipe for success - proven by how busy and regular the customers were and loyal (or was), and the top tier talent that was routine for 10+ years. Me and my friends have a relationship with the long time staff as customers as well as the excellent music talent. The cause? Not precisely sure but I think it's new ownership, at the very least a new Food & Bev manager. I also know the staff is very upset about these changes and the relationships with the repeat music talent is now a mess. I wouldn't be surprise if the staff start leaving. I'm hoping whomever is making these decisions can revert back to what was working. Dallas has a lot of great venues that will fill this void.

    Oh, HELL YEAH!!!! 5 Stars and Beyond!!! Came in, this evening. Very Sexy Bar! A very chill vibe! A…read morebooklet featuring an extensive collection of cocktails, small bites, mocktails, from classics to imported beers. Huge selection. I tried this refreshing cocktail called Grand Tour. A must try! A little sweet and less bitter. Ruel, the fabulous mixologist, does drinks right! My drink tasted like a NOT overly sweet cocktail, fruity and slightly bubbly. My kind of superb cocktail! The munchies they offer you are toasted Texas Pecans, and Corn Nuts! Delicious to the core! Thanks to our bartender, Ruel! I assume EVERYTHING on their cocktail Bible is a hit, just mine was. Pricey, yes. I had 2, and they were worth it! This effortlessly chic bar, located inside the Mansion on Turtle Creek Hotel, is a real hit with guests, tourists, and locals! Excellent service! A must stop! And it's really busy during happy hour and peak hours! You'll thank me later..... Cheers, Yelpers!

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    Glass of wine is a generous pour
    Glass of wine is a generous pour
    Toasted Texas Pecans and Corn nuts for the best munchies! November 2025.
    Toasted Texas Pecans and Corn nuts for the best munchies! November 2025.
    A page of their drink menu. Amazing selections! November 2025.

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    Apothecary

    Apothecary

    4.5
    (217 reviews)
    2.3 mi
    $$

    Apothecary offers customers a unique drinking and dining experience through its use of two…read moredifferent options between its Archive section and its Alchemy section, both utilizing their own separate spaces of the same building. That's not where the differences stop as the Archive menu provides more traditional cocktails and a diverse array to choose from, with drinks you may be more familiar with. Alchemy on the other hand offers a more experimental approach to their drink menu, including creative cocktails that seem eclectic and never been tried before, using unusual ingredients or prepared in a unique way, but if you are feeling adventurous, I'd highly recommend trying the latter. Keep in mind, when entering Alchemy, the inside is very dark so if you want to see properly I would recommend sitting outside if it isn't too hot. To start, my friends and I ordered the truffle fries for the table and they were highly ranked in my opinion for best truffle fries in Dallas. They were perfectly crispy and flavored well with the truffle seasoning. For drinks, from the alchemy menu, we ordered the I Dream of Kiwi (my choice), Kaleidoscope Eyes, and Inappropriate Beet Pun. My drink was made up of bamboo tea gin, kiwi coconut water, plum wine, and kiwi boba. I liked the sweetness mixed with tartness and the boba balls added a nice touch. Additionally we ordered the pineapple soft serve margaritas (it was my first time experiencing soft serve margs) and I really enjoyed Apothecary's version. The pineapple flavor was tangy alongside the creaminess of the ice cream. And there was a nice chili salt garnish (similar to tajin) added on top. For food, I ordered the Lil' Thuggies, a hilarious name for a dish that is actually very delicious. It consisted of popcorn chicken nuggets, cooked in sweet tea brine and spiced flour, served with a side of epazote ranch and korean wing sauce respectively. My friends ordered the Japanese elotes and Muhammara (roasted red pepper & walnut spread, greek oil, sea salt, microgreens, grilled baguette). Both very tasty as well, with the elotes having a cream sauce on top. Overall I can't wait to go back to apothecary and maybe try the other side next time.

    Started at Archive and ended the night at Alchemy (two separate reservations for a Saturday night.)…read moreWas pleasantly surprised their happy hour included Saturday and went until 6:30pm. Ordered a couple "Over the Counter" cocktails - frozen pineapple margarita and an old fashioned. Happy hour also included a lot of food options so we chose to just order a bunch off of that - Icelandic Hotdog, Caviar Chip (both bite sized), oysters, beef cheek tacos, and a caesar salad and burger to split. Was more than enough! We also tried the frozen Irish Coffee and Horseplay (horseradish agua fresca) and then went for our second reservation at Alchemy. Alchemy is more experimental. Here we tried a kimchi based cocktail and the sauerkraut cake. Food and drinks were all phenomenal and the atmosphere of both bars was moody and elegant. Definitely plan to come back to try more drinks! All wait staff were very friendly and the owner even stopped by to chat with us.

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    Pizza bites and Cannoli
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    French Kissing and The Dude
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    Babou's

    Babou's

    3.6
    (41 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    I had been wanting to try this place after seeing the library room all over my TikTok feed. The…read moreexterior is very concealed and really leans into the speakeasy vibe, which made arriving feel a bit more exciting. When we walked in, the hostesses greeted us and seated us at the table we had reserved in the Leopard Room. Initially, we were placed at a small half table along the wall. We asked if it was possible to move, and they happily accommodated us. That particular table felt a bit awkward for conversation since you can barely face the person across from you. It might work better for someone sitting alone and people watching rather than having a full conversation. Service throughout the night was great. The staff checked in regularly without being intrusive and made sure we always had what we needed. For drinks, I would say they were just okay. They were not bad, but they also were not particularly memorable. Given the speakeasy concept, I expected a bit more creativity in both flavor and presentation. We ordered the Melting Clock Elixir, Persistence of Berries, Cotton Candy Cloud, and the Surrealist 75. As the night went on, the space became much more crowded and louder once the DJ started playing. If you are hoping to have a relaxed conversation and catch up with friends, this might not be the best spot later in the evening. From what I saw, the Library Room seems to have a nicer atmosphere for that. The Leopard Room leans more toward a lounge or club-like environment as the night progresses.

    Make reservations it's worth it, staff is friendly and food was pretty good. Very chill vibe and…read moredrinks were good as well

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    Entrance
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