Located just off the massive lobby atrium of The Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel, Take Five…read moreLounge is my oasis whenever I'm traveling through Richardson! (Actually, this bar is called "After 5" on the hotel's main website.) I always look forward to a seat at the bar right when they open, and enjoying a Whiskey Sour or two. :-) Sometimes I'll partake in the local Texas beers which are seriously good. The staff here is always jovial and professional, and they always make sure everyone's taken care of. I also like that I can head outside to the patio and fire up a cigar while I contemplate the sunset. Look forward to visiting here again!

As I was making my way to Monrovia Lounge, to pick up my to go order, of fish and dry turkey palm…read morebutter soup and fufu, it began pouring raining. Anyone who knows north Dallas, during rain, and rush hour, on Skillman....let's just say I was land locked and my food didn't stand a chance making it out of the parking lot From start to finish, Feme, made my first experience having authentic Liberian cuisine, and visiting this establishment, a shear joy. He was super helpful when placing my order and gave awesome suggestions of dishes to try, taking time to explain the ingredients and such. Upon arrival his shining personality wowed me again. My food was hot and ready for the taking, the place was sparkling clean and well decorated, as if a wedding reception or a party were about to take place. A bit much for regular Tuesday afternoon decor, but I don't mind a being a bit EXTRA every now and then! Like I said, my food didn't stand a chance! Someone, Kiss that chef because she is in that kitchen whipping up fire! I have tried palm butter soup at parties with my Ivorian friends but had been wanting to try the Liberian version, since seeing a dank recipe on YouTube a couple months back. Let's just say.... I had high flavor expectations! Well.... honey, Miss Chef in the back at little Monrovia Lounge blew my hopes, dreams, and TASTEBUDS out the water!!! The turkey and fish in the soup were both cooked to perfection, with fantastic balance of tenderness and firmness. When you get a good chew but you're not tiring your jaw or eating mush. The soup base itself, looked a bit oily, upon initial inspection, but as I began dipping that perfectly smooth fufu into the soup, sopping up all the juice, I quickly realized I was in heaven! Y'all, just try it!! And if your mouth ain't watering from this review, you're a hater

Have been wanting to try this place out for years and finally made it! Was completely empty with no…read moreopen sign on so called before to make sure they we're taking customers. When we entered the place was completely dark because of the above so they turned the lights on and got us comfortable. Amazing customer service as well as history lesson at first. Followed by pretty great food, I got the rum punch on happy hour which I was excited to see hoping to return. When our bill came this wasn't reflected so I brought this up to the waiter, they denied that was the case (even though the menu said such.) Still they said they would take care of it (mind you there was another discrepancy for the stew price) and didn't do so & overcharged my card. Sad that such a gem had to be ruined by untrustworthiness.

my experience with Jayda was wonderful !! because of her I will be coming back , she was really…read morenice , smiling and very attentive to me and my friends !! I love my food and the drinks ! everything was 10/10 . I hope Jayda is there every time I come lol

Came here for brunch and had such a great experience from start to finish!…read more We ordered the chicken and waffles and French toast, and both were so good. The chicken was crispy and flavorful, paired perfectly with the waffles, and the French toast was soft, slightly sweet, and just the right amount of indulgent. The ambience was a whole vibe--there was a live DJ playing music, which made brunch feel fun and energetic without being overwhelming. Definitely a spot where you can enjoy good food and good energy. Service really stood out here. The staff was super accommodating, especially with it being a kid-friendly outing. Both the chef and manager came by to check on us, which made the experience feel even more personal and welcoming. Overall, great food, great music, and amazing service. Perfect for a lively brunch with family or friends!

Veronica and Calvin made this evening the best so far!! Service is always on point!…read more Love their energy and CT always brings the tunes!

My home away from home. The regulars truly feel like a family. Good drinks and good friends. The…read morebar manager, Calvin, is the glue that holds it all together.

I only come to get the suya, I've tried more on the menu but this is my go too. Staff is pretty…read morefriendly and food is consistent

The suya is very nasty I was over charged and the waitress…read moreput her own tip without my permission The waitress name is Nancy I asked to speak to her manager and she said that she didn't have one then I asked where is the manager name Alexia She said that she is no longer working for them I will not be back I will go somewhere else

Selected this spot for birthday weekend. Sunday brunch and music. I was not disappointed with the…read moreatmosphere. The music was spot on and the MC was interactive and entertaining as well. The vibe was nice. You must make a reservation! This is what I enjoyed: Side of Lamb chops: 10/10 tender, meaty, nice smoky and sweet flavor, well seasoned. Side of Mac and cheese: 6/10 a bit dry, needs a bit more seasoning, if both of these things were not an issue it would be perfect. Oxtails and jollof rice: 10/10 oxtails were full of flavor and enjoyable. They could have been a bit more tender. Overall the flavor carried it to a perfect 10. The rice is seasoned and a bit smokey and cooked to the perfect doneness. Table bread: 9/10 puff puff style bread. They were fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside. Brought out first and provided with every meal. It had a sweet seasoning mix on it. The mix to me was more for after dinner instead of right before the meal. Dusse mimosa: 10/10 nice and stout. I prefer Dusse over Hennessy which is what was on the menu. Jerk chicken: 10/10 flavorful wings. Jerk seasoning was there and not too spicy. Cooked just right and not dry. Collard greens: 6/10 savory flavor. I am a collard greens specialist and I prefer a sweet and hot profile. Although these are just savory they were cooked to the correct tenderness. Candied yams: 10/10 get blend of cinnamon and sweet flavor. Cooked perfectly.

We came here on a Sunday afternoon for brunch and had a great experience. There was a live band…read moreperforming, and they were really good, it created a really nice vibe while we were eating. For an appetizer, I started with the oxtail spring roll. I will say it leaned more toward a pot roast flavor because of all the cabbage and carrots inside. It didn't quite taste like oxtail or have much of the Jamaican flavor I was expecting, aside from the little bit of gravy served with it. For our meals, my friend ordered the Poundo Fufu with Egusi Soup and Beef, and I got the Jollof Rice with Stew Beef. The jollof rice was definitely some of the best I've had, really flavorful and the meat was tender and well done. The owner, Will, was very friendly and gave us some great recommendations for other dishes to try next time. If I'm ever back in Dallas, I would definitely stop by again.

It is the owners basement. This is where they hold private family events. So do not bother them.read more

I stopped in for a Lone Star, while waiting for my Wife to have an MRI aound the corner. I was…read moregreeted by a overly salty bartender, asking if I had a "membership". Did I die and wake up in the 1970s? Anyway, I gave her my d/l, so I could get my $4.50 Lone Star longneck. I sipped that while I waited, but I felt very uncomfortable, so I finished it and left. I tipped her $1.50 anyway, but I'll NEVER be back again.

Great little spot to have a relaxing drink. Great bartenders and service was good. Very good spotread more

Bernie's is on the first floor of a high rise apartment building on NW Hwy. I can see the appeal…read morefor those living in the building-your own cocktail lounge. But for someone who does not live there, not so much. On Yelp, it came up as a happy hour spot. I believe they offer $1 off on cocktails and that's it. Very limited snack selection. While Bernie's looked clean, the decor is less than appealing IMO. It was promoted on Yelp as Dallas best kept secret. I am sorry I cannot agree.

Took my kid to Free Play Arcade and it was an absolute blast from the past. I loved this place…read more Any time we travel to the Dallas area, this is a must-stop for us. The game selection is unreal--classic arcade cabinets, pinball, modern stuff, all unlimited play--and the food lineup is surprisingly solid too. It's fun for kids, but honestly it hits just as hard for adults who grew up in arcades. Pure joy, zero stress, nonstop fun. Hands down, the best arcade in the world.

I've been coming here with my dad since I was a kid, we used to go every Father's Day before…read moremoving. The staff has always been super friendly, they got a big selection of drinks (alcoholic and nonalcoholic) and some great snacky stuff! My favorite thing about free play is that they have a solid selection of classic game that are there year round (tapper, Pac-Man etc.) but every time I go there's a few new consoles. Would highly recommend!

Karaoke was SO much fun! Food was great and the drinks kept on coming. I love the second floor when…read moresmall bands play. It's intimate and super cozy. Service was great! The only thing I forgot about was the smoking allowed in the first floor. I came home smelling like a smoke stack. I wish that wasn't allowed, but I know many people enjoy it and I wouldn't want to take away their happiness after a hard week of work. I can just stay away from any events held on the first floor.

Excellent food and service. If you're wanting a lay back tavern experience, this is your place!read more