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    The Barrel

    4.0 (142 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Anna L.

    The restaurant itself was very good. Unfortunately the hostess was extremely rude. We sat down and our waiters were very nice. Drinks were on happy hour so that's good and the food itself was very good. The bread pudding was excellent.

    Monday burger deal - so good!
    Valerie H.

    We went here in October; hadn't tried it because I kept hearing about high prices. It's not! Their prices are reasonable, their happy hour is generous, and they have a burger special on Mondays. We loved everything we tried - perfectly cooked, served promptly, just terrific all around. If you're lucky enough to get Eleanor as your server, take every recommendation she offers; you'll be glad you did because she's outstanding. We sat on the patio and totally loved the vibe - from lighting to the pond to their creative selfie wall, it was great.

    Brussel Sprouts

    Great atmosphere, nice people and want to love it. Low hanging fruit to fix. Proper serving utensils (all - steak knives, spoons for sides), dishes hot, toilet paper in bathroom...felt frustrated and bad having to ask for the simple things. Never were asked if we wanted dessert just brought our check. Speakeasy is fun touch. Dinner roll option might be nice. If service were on it and kitchen sharpened a bit - this could save a drive and maybe draw from larger area. Bartonville needs a spot like this so hope they can step it up just a bit.

    Honey Pot
    Robyn O.

    The best drinks in Denton County! Blake is a mastermind mixologist. You will not be disappointed with the cocktails here. Love the vibe of the main bar and the speakeasy. Clint was a wonderful bartender this evening. Love this local gem!

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    Tammy M.

    I received a Barrel gift card for Mother's Day and couldn't wait to get over there to use it. We came on a Saturday evening around 5:30, had a reservation and was seated right away. Our waitress was incredibly kind, offering recommendations and suggestions to make our dinner choices more delicious! We sat outside where is was very cute and had a nice water feature running next to it but I do think after May it might get uncomfortable at certain times of the day due to the heat. We tried quite a few things while we were there - salmon wontons which had wonderful filling and crispy exterior. Some drinks both alcoholic and non alcoholic, the waitress was also very patient with me when I confirmed my drink was non alcoholic which I really appreciated. We also had two delicious entrees, the ribeye and the short ribs. We both really enjoyed our own as well as the other persons. Depending on your mood and possibly how hot it is outside you might prefer one more to the other but I found both to be delicious, served quickly and very filling. We splurged and got the bread pudding as well and it was so incredibly good but after we ate everything else it was the one thing we didn't eat completely. I highly recommend The Barrel especially for a date night!

    Ribeye with three orders of Scallops..
    Mark S.

    Let's preface this with first! How in the hell did we not know this place was here 5 years living right down the road! I am head over heels that we found this Amazing Place! If your a Bourbon Connoisseur they have you covered! If your a Wine Connoisseur they have you covered! If you enjoy Great not good but great food Chef has you Covered! You want Personal attention from your waitstaff, they have you covered! You want extremely clean and well kept they have you covered! If you want Food that makes the pallet dance with excitement waiting for the next course this is a place for you! Don't rush it take it in, the atmosphere, the taste, the smells of exquisite food. We came in and were promptly greeted by Ashley who seated us immediately. First thing that was noticed was the placement of the Silverware, which was polished to a brilliant shine, the Wine and water glass, not a single spot as one would expect in a fine dining establishment. Our Waiter Xander quickly came to the table, and when asked about house favorites was quick and knowledgeable about the menu and foods! Absolutely spot on descriptions, including the sauces and flavoring of the foods! We choose the Oysters and Deviled Eggs appetizers! What a great recommendation the Oysters were not only fresh ( clean and clear) the sauces sent with them were traditional and very fresh it is apparent in the taste! The deviled Eggs are not your Grandmothers Thanksgiving Eggs they are better just don't tell Grandma.. My Wife ordered the smoked Duck meal, judging by how quickly she cleared her plate I can say it was beyond delicious, and she is picky as picky comes. I had the Ribeyes and I am a Beef purist, no sauces just give me the meat! Cooked perfectly, I didn't need a knife this steak was simply amazing, I have had 140.00 and Ounce WAYGU that was not nearly as tasteful and so perfectly cooked as this steak was. The sides were some mashed potatoes and asparagus both flavorful and perfectly paired with this steak. Now I orders three orders of the scallops with my steak as I love scallops, these were not dainty little scallops they were big and tasty. Perfect cook on the scallops seasoned just right still allowing that sea taste to come through! We opted for the homemade Bread pudding, wholly Mother of Mary! This dessert should be illegal it is so absolutely delicious you have to tart it all, you can be completely stuffed you will make room for this dessert! I can not say enough about how well we were treated by the amazing staff, our Waiter Xander was truly an absolute pleasure to speak with, and a consummate professional, his recommendations were spot on! We are planning our next visit and I guarantee you it will not be another five years before we return, so glad we found this amazing spot! To whomever owns this little slice of heaven Thank you kindly for providing this area with such An awesome and well managed establishment!

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    One of our favorite spots to hit up for great cocktails. Great food, service and a really great location.

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    Our first time to try this restaurant and we absolutely loved it! Thank you to the staff for making our anniversary special!

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    Best nicer restaurant in the area. Good drinks, apps, meals and service. Definitely worth a happy hour or date night trip.

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    Brunched like a pro and vibed even harder. From the moment we sat down, our waitress was attentive,…read moreknowledgeable, and genuinely friendly. She knew the menu well and made sure everything came out just right. The All Nighter paired perfectly with the Mini Bagel Board. (Seriously... the smoked salmon and capers were so good.) I followed it up with the Steak Sandwich, and every bite was worth it. The atmosphere was relaxed, the food was fresh, and the service tied everything together. I left happy, full, and very ready for a food coma. I'll definitely be back.

    "Reservation" is a misnomer, it's actually "reserve a spot in waitlist" or something like it…read more Reserved a table 3 days or so before the day at noon for a party of 8, to arrive 10 minutes before reservation time, to then wait over 40 minutes to be sat (55m overall). I checked in at 30 minutes past reservation and they said they were "cleaning a table", then 40 minutes past reservation I checked in again, and then they said they will push two tables together... so they weren't cleaning any table for us. They sat 2 6-tops prior to us, plus numerous other larger groups. Having worked as a head host in the restaurant industry before, at first I thought it was because they all had reservations and were just before us in those, but as they sat ~15 groups before us, I started to notice we were being neglected. Even standing right in front of the hostess station. We were sat finally 45 minutes post reservation. (55m total wait time - the day before Mother's Day, with a reservation scheduled 3 days before.) Chelsea our server was phenomenal, the food is always good, high quality and made with care.

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    I've been to Leela's twice, and it's been great both times. It's perfect for a girls' night out or…read morea date night. I've tried the spinach dip, Leela's Favorite Board, and half a cheese pizza, and they were all great. The spinach dip was warm and flavorful, the cheese pizza was thin and crunchy, and the board had a great selection of cheese, meat, fruit, and veggies. I especially enjoyed the inside of the watermelon rind. I haven't tried the espresso flight yet, but it's definitely something I'd go for next time. The cocktails are refreshing and really good.

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    I came here for early dinner and ended up trying quite a bit from the menu. The restaurant itself…read moreis really nice. It's quiet, cozy, and has a great atmosphere for a relaxed dinner! The portions are also huge Our server was wonderful from start to finish. He was friendly, attentive, and checked on us often without being overbearing. The service was honestly the best part of the experience. We started with the Sichuan calamari, and this was easily the highlight of the meal. It was perfectly crispy, the glaze had just the right amount of sweetness and heat, and the seasoning gave it a nice kick without overpowering the calamari. It was one of the best calamari dishes I've had and definitely raised my expectations for everything that followed. Next was the tenderloin bruschetta, and unfortunately this one just didn't work for me. The flavors didn't come together, and it was much saltier than it needed to be. It felt like there were too many things happening on the plate without much balance. I wouldn't order it again. For the entrées, the Chilean Sea Bass was very good. The fish was flaky and cooked well, the risotto was creamy, and the sauce brought everything together without being too heavy. It was one of the stronger dishes we ordered. The lobster stuffed ravioli was another solid choice. The filling was generous, there was plenty of lobster on top, and the vodka sauce complemented everything nicely without taking over. It was rich but still well balanced. We also tried the New Zealand rack of lamb. This one had mixed reviews at our table. It wasn't as tender as I was hoping, but I didn't dislike it and again I didn't love it! The blackened exterior and the wine reduction gave it good flavor, but it just wasn't particularly memorable. My favorite entrée ended up being the tomahawk pork chop. The pork itself was juicy, flavorful, and cooked really well. I wasn't a huge fan of the pineapple bourbon glaze since I didn't think it added much to the dish, but the quality of the meat made up for it. We also had the strawberry spinach salad, which was fresh and a nice lighter option alongside all the richer dishes. Then there was also a side dish with green beans and almond and again no complains there. Overall, I left feeling a little conflicted. The service was outstanding, the atmosphere was great, and the portions were very generous. The food itself was a mix of really good dishes and others that completely missed the mark. After such an incredible start with the calamari, I expected the rest of the meal to be on the same level, but it just never got there. I'm glad we tried it, but I don't think it's a place I'd rush back to.

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