Hip to be square! This regal hotel bar lounge is where all of the suits go to wind the day down before calling home to sing away bedtime lullabies. The Library, located in the historic Melrose hotel, is great for a low-key drink with colleagues, or even a drunken reflection on the day. The crowd here is typically more on the established/mature side, but it is lively and energetic. The social norm will be familiar for the corporate sorts, an yet the Library has something about it that underscores, "yeah baby, I'm in the cool crowd." Stop by for any happy hour and enjoy great live music, along with drinks made only for the experienced drinkers. Cheers! read more

Atmosphere: Classy, without feeling too unapproachable. We walked in with casual dress and didn't feel out of place! Food/drink: Just tried the dessert sampler of sorbet and ice cream. Good portions and good quality. Pim's cup was very tasty, we just wish we got more! Waitstaff: Our waitress was friendly and accommodating. The bartender gladly prepared our Pim's with some grenadine added. It was lovely! read more

Oh....the history and ambience of this awesome bar. Paneled in dark wood and nestled in the center of the Melrose, this place has a 1920's vibe and you'll wish you were dressed as a flapper as you sip your wine and indulge in their upscale bar menu. I had the garden vegetable flatbread and a couple glasses of happy hour Chardonnay. What a great way to unwind after a day out in the real world! read more

The Library caters to a different crowd. You probably won't find Jersey Shore types hanging around. No obnoxious music allowed here either. Arrived here on a Friday night for a girls' night out type outing. Getting a table wasn't a hassle. Two good things: I didn't find myself having to talk above the music or come out smelling like an ashtray. Nice selection of cocktails. I had about three. Bloody Mary was pretty tasty, and I had some concoction with orange juice and rum which left me buzzing. Couldn't taste the alcohol but I could sure feel it. Needless to say, I'm looking forward to another night here. Oh, did I mention the armchairs? I'll go back just to sit on those. read more

Very disappointed in my experience here this weekend. I've been coming here on and off for years. We took friends here that were visiting Dallas for cocktails and appetizers before a concert. My Caesar salad was bland and boring. The blue cheese dip was so thin you couldn't scoop it with the boring potato chips that were served with it. Hummus was served with soggy pita. Can I have my $80 and 2 hours back? read more

The ambiance is very nice in this location. However, the service needs work. My wife and I decided to stop by for a drink after attending a concert. Initially the place was packed but thinned out shortly after midnight. After we located seats we were sitting down for approximately 10 minutes before someone approached us about drinks. My wife ordered a vodka and cranberry while I ordered a dirty Martini. The drinks were ok but not for a total bill of $31.39. The live entertainment was the reason I pushed it up to 3 stars. I'll revisit tomorrow and see if this was only an isolated incident. read more

A very old school posh Dallas bar with lots of wood, leather and even some books! A piano player at times accompanied by a sax player as well. I've been here several times and it's ALWAYS a good people watching place as there is a mixture of Dallasites grabbing an after work drink & visitors staying at the Melrose. I prefer the nights when the bar is not as crowded as it gets very loud when the place is packed. Great drinks, they always have several new, yummy cocktails and the hors d'ourves are GREAT!! Their wine list changes fairly often and they have a good selection. read more

Well can I just say it smells of leather bound books? Whomp whomp I know old joke. Nice drink menu with top shelf selections. I am very happy with this hotel bar. read more

Beautiful setting and nice room. A very eclectic mix and quite crowded. It was enormously difficult to be get the bartenders attention and trying to find a place to order was also difficult. Constantly in the way of wait staff. The bartender did serve up some well prepared drinks. The room was overly crowded and I was always in someone's way. I was asked to move and not politely so by a table to patrons--they wanted the ambiance of the room when they probably arrived at 5 pm. But in such a crowded environment that is not possible with many people standing. While the live music cabaret singing is great it can only be experienced somewhat. The great decor of this room was well done except there were also mass banquet chairs which decreased the overall experience. read more

Amazing! Want to hear Baby Got Back lounge singer style? This is your place. Great times! You need to come here. read more

The Library - Excellent ambiance. - Lounges Near Me - Dallas, Texas

Lovely bar, but drinks start at $16. Singer and piano player there on a Friday evening 7pm. I didn't see any singles. Seems to be a date bar, mainly for older gay men. Bartender says it varies. I don't think I need to go back. read more

The place has gone through some redecorating and no longer has free parking, now $6 without tip. Still having the best martini in Dallas and live entertainment most evenings, this place is still a favorite. read more

One of my favorite lounges to grab a dirty martini in. The Library is tucked inside the historic Warwick hotel. It reminds me of old-school gentleman's lounge with wood paneled walls, dim lighting and large chairs. They get pretty busy on the weekend nights, so come early or make a reservation. They also serve some bar food like flatbread which is tasty. read more

My favorite bar in dallas. Amazing drinks. Amazing staff... and tropically have a pianist playing. Their hamburger and fries are to die for!

This review is strictly for the dirty martini. And, yes it's THAT good. Library Bar is housed in the historic Warwick hotel and features dark, mahogany wood throughout, and sultry jazz bands on certain nights. Definitely go when you're relaxing after-work or grabbing a drink before a night-out. Valet service is provided and believe can be comped by the bar. read more

Love the atmosphere, the people are there to have a good time. Not pretentious. Entertainment on Saturday night is top notch. Park at the Office Depot next door. Appletinis excellent. Date got Winning Mark, very strong "not his fav". Absolutely in love with this place! read more

Cool atmosphere, friendly staff. Not a great beer selection but then I'm a beer snob from the Northwest so I need to lower my expectations. My only complaint: asked for a cup of black coffee and it was $3. Really? It's a $1.65 at Starbucks. Outrageous. read more

For a very fancy bar lounge, the service seemed very luke warm. The lady that served us didn't seem too happy to greet my party and I and asked her for a few suggestions. Although she did try to listen, the suggestion she made for my friend was far from what she had asked for. So we had to switch out our drinks. The ambiance was actually a lot more calmer than I expected and romantic. The coffee I ordered was actually very nice and it had a nice nutty note to it. My friends all felt like the drinks tasted a little inconsistent and for the price, the drinks weren't really worth it. But I did like the atmosphere and there a few cute picture spots inside. read more

Cool place. It's pretty darkly lit but has a nice vibe. Had a great mixed drink and few glasses of wine. Comfy seating and nice vibe. Would go back to hang out for drinks and listen to live music. The music didn't start till almost 10 last night but we had plans to go to another venue so we missed that part. read more

Looking for a great night out, a little romance with someone special, a fun evening with some friends or a girls night out, this is the place to go. My husband and I celebrated our 12th wedding anniversary at the Library Bar, at the Warwick Melrose Hotel. The atmosphere was awesome, the crowd was fun, the service was great, the drinks and appetizers were delicious and the entertainment was top notch. Accomplished Artist, Aubree-Anna, who was recently featured on the cover of D Magazine, provided hours of entertainment with her sweet, soulful voice. She was a joy to listen to and made it fun for the entire audience. My husband and I were serenaded in honor of our lives together, it made the evening so special and it will be something I remember forever. Check it out - Saturday evenings - definately a place to be. read more

This is a real neat spot it's generally a more older crowd but it's still a blast. Very different from any other bar in Dallas. They have live music and a very romantic vibe. Best place in dallas to take a date! The lemon drop cocktail was amazing ! read more

Three of us went to The Library on a Friday evening for happy hour. The place was full, but not too crowded. There was a woman playing piano and singing. She was way too loud for the size of the bar and I would give her a 6 on a talent scale of 1 to 10. The menu was very limited, but we found some appetizers we could share to hold us over until we had dinner. The service was decent, but we did have to track down our waitress a couple of times. It was easy to find street parking so I suggest looking for a spot before paying for valet. read more

Katie C. beat me to the punch. The Library is fan-effing-tastic. Thomas was thee most amazing server who totally took care of our small group of ladies on ladies night part deux. He made me my Kir Royale's at no extra charge and kept the drinks a flowing at happy hour prices. After my night, I needed it. Eric was the awesome piano player who let me sit with him, sing along, and pick out all the songs I wanted if he had them. Like Katie said, if he couldn't play what we wanted, he would bust out with his iPod. Best piano lounge player, hands down! He played some Baby Got Back, he played Prince, he played Journey without the words because he said he can't sing that high. And he let another patron sing some Sarah Mcwhatever her name is. Eric was part two of making my night fantastic. Oh, and the food? Divine. Tricia C. and I shared the chopped beef sliders with horseradish cream. They were so cute and really tasty. I could have used more horseradish, but that's just because I like things HOT! The Library just looks plain awesome when you come in. The chairs, the books on all the walls and the dark, mansion like library decor is just fabulous. I mean really, throw a bar in the middle of a library? What's not to love? And parking is faaaah-reeee with validation. Oh, and be sure to note that the hotel is the Warwick at the Melrose? Or something like that... so you're not lost when you see Warwick. Like Katie said, can I give this place like 12 stars? Thank you Thomas!!! I'm totally coming back just because of you. Just watch out for the donkey's. read more

Mixed experience this past Friday night. Tried waiting a few days to write this but still frustrated. Environment, wait staff, drinks and crowd were great. The band was filling in for regulars (I guess, since they're not listed on the wall) and was outstanding. But, the manager (Chad?) was uptight, overbearing and all over staff and customers. Apparently he kicked out a group of women who were dancing and having a good time but not unruly. He even went up and argued with the band a couple of times, in the middle of songs!?!, for no apparent reason. We'd like to come back but The Chad needs to calm down read more

Wednesday nite, never thought it would arrive. Piano Bar sounds good. Dallas' best option - the Library at the Melrose. Red leather barrel chairs and the new décor that exposes the original carved wood that's now gilded all around the ceiling; nice old world feel mixed up with a Michael Kors attitude under careful lighting. Big, bar-height community table that greets you as you come in from the lobby went from Wifi'ing med board applicants vying for the lone waitress in late afternoon to the regulars that had their own chairs at 7 or so. This is an elegant piano bar that satisfies without giving space to the prying eyes. No media, but they should have been there to catch Bad Boy in his pea coat. Looked particularly charming and human today. That, "I remember you," look with a double take was a little disconcerting. Made me wonder if he really did? Made me wonder, Did I ever really say that to him? As for the nibblers; the potato skins are just a tease. Three servings of 1/5 of a potato each, one with duck, one with salmon and one with cheddar/bacon. Excellent, but not enough to survive on. The calamari now though with the five spice sauce and the greens... oh baby. Served battered and fried, tossed in a bowl with the baby greens and all things hot and spicy including jalapeño slices, share and then you'll have room to enjoy dinner. The Tuaca lemon drop came in a cute, stunted martini glass. An alternative to the grown up martini. Used to come in after a bad day and could get a Famous Grouse, Amber - neat, have a cigar, and put out the fire. The days of healthy living make that a possibility no more. Nonetheless, now if you put your head back in the red leather barrel chair and close your eyes, the piano man will sooth the burn in your soul. Superperson enjoyed themself, but had to go before the wine tasting started. Newton - filtered chard - nice with the calamari, great with a steak. Old Ronald was delight too. After imbibing I always forget to get my valet ticket stamped, have learned to keep it in my hand until they get that done upon arrival. Just a reminder that saves a cool $12. read more

This place is awesome. It's a bit pricy but you get what you pay for. My drink was good and strong. We didn't order any food so I can't comment on that. But the place is nice! I went on a Saturday night and it was awesome. The singer on Saturdays is great. No, great is an understatement. Wow!! Everyone was so friendly. There were all couples there last night. I'll go back very soon. Actually I'll be there this week. :) read more

Live jazz music is performed quietly each night at the Library Bar in the Warwick Melrose Hotel. Decor includes dark wood-paneled walls, leather chairs and couches, low-lighting, and -- of course -- a wall full of books (though few patrons, hotel guests or otherwise, have ever been spotted actually reading them). Although the vibe is decidedly upscale, attentive servers make all guests feel welcome. Valet parking is free with validation or guests can self-park on the street. read more

I came here on a Saturday night after already being in the Warwick Melrose for another function (when the open bar shut down at midnight). From what I heard, this place usually had a line and had a waiting list earlier in the night. Sounded lame but when we got there, our group got in without any hassle. Very classy place and great ambiance/decor. Very mixed group of people: the trendy bar hoppers vs the older crowd that were the hotel guests vs the TX-OU weekend party-goers. Lots of people but had enough roaming space. The music was rather dull and drinks were somewhat overpriced. Since living in New Orleans for many years, I have a higher standard for jazz/piano/lounge music. The servers were super nice. Overall at that time, I already displayed some delayed motor skills, so I had a great time. read more

My favorite hotel bar in Dallas. My husband and I love coming here on Saturday nights to hear Aubree-Anna sing, sip on cocktails, and people watch. We also seem to strike up conversation with the most interesting strangers there. There are people of all types that frequent this place, from young friends to cute old couples. Love the classy ambiance of this place, it feels like an old speakeasy in Manhattan. Drinks are a bit pricey, so be prepared as your bill will add up quick when you're having so much fun!! read more

The atmosphere was so interesting, I really enjoyed the music as well, but the waitress was trash and that's me being nice. I would ask for drink suggestions and she would walk off..... read more

Went with some friends on Friday after dinner. I've been before, maybe during the week. I love the atmosphere and vibe, and the cocktail selection is plentiful, although my waitress couldn't help me remember Pims liquor. The two real negatives for me this evening were: how cheesy and loud the piano player was, and how aesthetically unappealing and old the crowd was - both reasons for me not coming back on a weekend evening. I'll probably give it one more try during the week, but I won't be rushing back. There just has to be better hotel bars. read more

i felt like such a grown up when i went here. they have lovely mood lighting, luxurious leather seating, and piano player that's actually good. i ordered a side car, which is one of my favorite retro cocktails. it was incredible. sure it cost $10, but it is a grown up bar and it was top notch liquor. it's a great place to take a date, although if you're not so sure you like the person, the romantic vibe may be a little awkward. oh, and thanks for the advice about the valet parking. make sure you get your ticket validated. otherwise you have to pay $10. spend that extra $10 on another cocktail! read more

This is a really nice, old fashioned yet luxurious place to grab a drink with a couple friends. I went on a Thursday from 5-6:30 and enjoyed the live jazz singer/ keyboardist. The cocktails were on average about $11, but there were happy hour specials on house wine and bottled beer from 4-6. I ordered an Old Fashioned for $11 and it was very generous with the Maker's Mark, so all I needed was my one drink to sip on and enjoy the music. read more

I love hotel bars and this one is a winner .. the crowd is a bit older and it can crowded on a saturday night. Chill place to listen to live music and have a crafted cocktail..even better on friday nights for the late night happy hour ;-) read more

The live music was good, but in my opinion, this place was over-hyped, and definately overpriced. ~$15 for an Old Fashioned. I dunno... if I'm paying that much, I better get more from a place then a one man band and an old fashioned library feel for ambiance. read more

Cute,Cosmopolitan Quaint; reminds of a smaller version of the The Library Bar located in NYC. Even the hotel itself is reminiscent of the grandeur one would see in Manhattan... I see you Dallas. Waiters were friendly and attentive, my wine was regal, and I was slightly buzzed. What a good night read more

This is just what a bar in a good hotel should be. Good drinks, comfortable chairs, excellent piano, low lighting. Sophisticated, warm, and welcoming. For mature audiences only (but that's not the same as old, just the opposite of immature). read more

Chris the bartender is the best all-round he really made my experience here very enjoyable and special. My wife and I will come back again!

The Library Bar is an awesome place. Relaxing environment, comfortable chairs, professional staff and a great selection of drinks. The Jazz piano is subtle and you won't have to yell across the table to have a conversation. The place draws a mature crowd, mostly 30+ and the occasional grandparent, but good for any age. read more

This is one of my favorite hotel bars in the city. It is never crowded and they always have good live music. The bar food isn't bad and the prices are great. It is definitely an old-school type atmosphere but you can actually hear yourself think in there. Also, you don't have to shout to have a conversation. Aubree-Anna sings on Saturday nights and she is awesome (just check out the latest Best of D Magazine). read more