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The Woods

3.3 (485 reviews)
ModerateBars, Dance Clubs
Closed • 4:00 pm - 1:00 am (Next day)

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Kate C.

Portion size was crazy! This burger actually was my entire face lol. The flavors were good and the fries were good, but I'd argue that the fries are too salty and the burger could use a little bit more sauce on it (or on the side)

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Nathaniel P.

TLDR: great bar with fun music and option for outdoor seating! Came here on a Friday night for the first time after seeing a concert in the area. Music was a good mix of 90s/00s/current RnB and pop. The only drink I got was the passionate lovers draft cocktail. It was some passion fruit type drink. The crowd was pretty mixed, not just one type of demographic was there. Overall, super chill bar that I think is worth checking out. Can wait to come back!

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Ovon D.

Met some friends here. Had a great time. It's very far from me, but if I'm in the area again, I'll make it a point to stop by..... Oh, and the fish tacos were amazing!

Veggie Tacos $10
Neha G.

A local bar with a Texas vibe. Casual with indoor & outdoor space. The music is very loud so it's hard to have a conversation if you're dining there early. The place gets very busy later in the evening. Great for big groups. They have DJs playing music late into the night. No cover charge. Mexican food items on the menu along with fries and other sides. Tried the veggie tacos (2 for $10) with flour shells. The tacos were larger than I expected so you'll def be full with one order. The shells were crispy (likely fried). The yuca fries & sauce were excellent!

Nachos
Samantha C.

The food here is surprisingly better than you'd expect. The music however always falls short. So much potential but the music is outdated and impossible to dance to.

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Sam S.

Cheap drinks, loud and grungy indoors, nice outdoor patio. Glad there was no cover charge the night we went.

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Huge 5 stars - this establishment is owned and operated by a good crew. I will continue to patronize them for years to come

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Ask the Community - The Woods

Is this place closed permanently? Haven't seen it open in so long.

We have not closed permanently. We plan on re-opening once conditions are closer to normal.

Do you have to be 21 to get in for karaoke nights?

Yes.

What type of music is played here on a friday night?

I can only speak for the last 2 times I went there after it opened back up this year... It was no longer like the old Woods. That is was before. Same security and Great bartenders... But the Music... the MUSIC SUCKED!! SUCKS SO BAD now! I went 2… 

When are there live bands?

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“There's an outdoor area which leads to another building, which is kind of like a barn.”

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