First of all, I am not from Lawton. I lived here from '98 to '05 and come back from time to time to…read moresee relatives and old friends. I was here recently and low and behold, I found this gem. The Side Bar is a true diamond in the rough of what is Lawton, Oklahoma. The owner(s) is definitely not a local and why he would live here is beyond me. BUT the ambiance, decor, and cosmopolitan look is very well done and stands up with any great bar in Deep Ellum or Lower Greenville. It's only when the clientele open their mouths do you realize, "yup, I'm still in Lawton, Oklahoma." The bartenders are not just cute but actually were attentive (more so than many places in Dallas) and, considering it is Lawton, Oklahoma, know what a Manhattan is as well as an Old Fashioned. Unfortunately they served without rye but I don't hold it against them (looking at you management/owner) because I was immediately told about it. I'm looking forward to asking for a sazerac or a cosmopolitan on my next visit so hopefully they have the goods. The only issue I had with the staff (IF he is on the payroll) was some idiot who treated the music as his own personal playlist; diverse clientele be damned. Even the bartenders were annoyed at him but he straightened up once the owner was on site. Also, there is a lot of smoke/vaping but I give that a pass since, well, it is Lawton, Oklahoma. PROS: Atmosphere; diverse crowd; attentive bartenders who knew how to make a drink without googling it; owner seems cool CONS: CASH ONLY (but there is an ATM just outside); may be out of liquor for classic cocktails; smoking/vaping; idiot wannabe DJ In closing: I would have given a 5 star if the liquor was stocked (in spite of the idiot dj). BUT I will be back again and have already recommended to the locals I know there

Best bar I've been to in awhile. Very friendly good staff and patrons. Cash only but very good…read moreprices. So glad I found it and sad I didn't find it earlier.

This place was amazing. The atmosphere in the restaurant was great, our steaks and side dishes…read morewere delicious, and the peach cobbler was some of the best I've had. Oh, and the wait staff was exceptional too. Highly recommend this restaurant.

Great place, loved the atmosphere in a very historic old building downtown. If you want to eat at a…read moreplace with local charm , great service and food , this is a good place to come. We were traveling and were recommend this place. I had the prime New York strip , husband had the ribeye. Cooked medium how we like, not overdone, great flavor. Kids had burgers and were happy. Peach cobbler was great too. Friendly and attentive staff, that seemed like they enjoy the place. So much history all over the place. Will come back again when we are in the area .

This small town gym was amazing. The wife and I decided to take a little weekend road trip and…read morefound ourselves in this town in time for dinner. The service was absolutely amazing and the food, every bit of it was so good. The restaurant itself felt so comfortable and welcoming. We will definitely be going back. @CalebLee81

My go-to local steakhouse. Strong drinks and friendly staff. Try the chicken fried steak or the…read morefilet rare. It'll be worth it.

My niece and I were in Valley View and happened upon this hidden gem of a bar. I love the two…read morechandleliers in the bar area - nice touch! There's an excellent selection of libations, customer service is top-notch, and the atmosphere is very welcoming and cozy. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in Valley View!

New owner and getting rid of brewery equipment. No food. Not very friendly or welcoming. Other…read moreplaces on square much better

Paschall Bar feels like you've discovered something you weren't supposed to find -- in the best…read moreway. You walk through a tiny, almost hidden door, head up a long stairwell, and suddenly you're in this moody, library-style space that feels equal parts speakeasy and literary hideout. It's intimate, dimly lit, and full of character. The cocktails are where this place really shines. The Homemade Smoking Jacket is a standout -- smoky, balanced, and thoughtfully crafted. The espresso martini was also excellent: smooth, bold, and not overly sweet. You can tell they take their cocktail program seriously. Why four stars instead of five? It's small and can feel tight when busy, and you may need a little patience depending on the crowd. But honestly, that's part of the charm. If you're looking for a unique, tucked-away spot in Denton with excellent drinks and a cool vibe, this is absolutely worth the climb up the stairs.

Probably one of the best "Speakeasy" vibes in Texas. Very friendly bar staff and great drink menu…read more The Smoked Old Fashioned hit the spot!

Fun experience quiet and dark good for a date night. Bartenders are knowledgeable and drinks were…read morefantastic.

We've been wanting to try this place for quite a while. My husband and I did a date night finally…read more You check in with the host at Bacchus, she gives you code and you enter through the telephone booth. The room is small, but it has several little comfy seating areas and a small bar. They offer specialty cocktails that are not served at any other bar in Vin. We tried three different ones all of which were amazing. There were two bartenders covering the entire room, they were outstanding very kind and attentive to detail. The decor was as expected for a speakeasy and very well done. I would definitely go again, the only thing I would change is the lighting. A very minor and picky detail, but speakeasy's are usually a dimmer lighting, it was pretty bright in my opinion. Overall an amazing experience and we look forward to returning.

We stopped in for dinner and a beer. They aren't serving food right now. Laid back English pub feel…read more Beer was very good service is great. They have a good selection of beer from England on tap. A great place to go for a drink

Drinks were very good, smaller than I expected, but very nice ambiance, firs the name…read more I was expecting a bit more in the food area. The new menu is smaller than what I had found online. I got the cucumber sandwich, and it was very tasty, but for $12, I would have liked more cream cheese and cucumbers on the sandwich. A few more gluten-free options would be nice. My friend couldn't eat at all.

The bar service is excellent. I had the strawberry fields cocktail. It was delicious and…read morerefreshing, not overly sweet. I would definitely go back to this authentic neighborhood cocktail lounge.

The best hand crafted cocktails in town at great prices. The watermelon field is so refreshing and…read moredangerous! Myra is one of my favorite bartenders there. I have always felt welcomed by everyone!

I must admit, I had No idea this place existed until I found it on Yelp!…read moreYes Yes and Yes Appetizer was the King Pretzel Cheeseburger with cheddar cheese, grilled onions, jalapeños and mushrooms. Onion rings for the side. Bees and chicken fajitas with all the great trimmings! To end it all up, we had the Pecan pie. Cinnamon roll crust on the pie made it Top Shelf!! Service was the best. Located in an old building that has great atmosphere! What else can I say? When I'm back in Gainesville, Texas I know exactly where I'll be eating! Krootz Brewing Company Go get Full

Krootz Brewing Company has great food, great service, and a fun, college-town vibe to it. We asked…read moreour waitress for dinner recommendations and she steered us to the Brewmaster Burger and the Chicken Fried Chicken. That's the best burger I've had in a long time and my husband raved about the Chicken Fried Chicken! Two thumbs up, Krootz Brewing! Keep up the great work!