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!

Trendy lounge to pick up a beautifully crafted cocktail while you have the option to sit indoors or…read moreout with a significant other a group of friends. This place is small and parking is available across the street. Environment is nicely decorated and clean. Staff were freindly and helpful with their menu selection. I was in the mood for a pina colada so I went for it. Not overly sweet and a well balanced of flavor to alcohol. I'm looking to go back again!

Met some friends for a friendly gathering in the back yard…read more When I walked up unnoticed that there are some tables on the patio however it seems like it's all seat yourself. I wasn't sure as I was looking for the people I was joining. I walked through the bar area where I made a pit stop to order a drink. The staff were super friendly and there was a nice option for drinks. They even had specialized drinks for the season. Went to the back yard where there were picnic tables set up. It also gives access to the food trucks set up out back. When sitting at a table they have a QR code so you can order drinks and not have to go inside and possibly stand in line and they will bring the drinks to your table. Overall we had a great time and experience. I would definitely come back again!

HUGE shout out to Union Bear brewing . We brought in a very large group spur of the moment and they…read moreaccommodated us with above and beyond service. Torey and Lindsey were the best servers, so kind and attentive . Our group was so impressed. The food was great, pretzel bites were amazing along with the pizza, salads and glass noodles. They have a Great choice of a variety of beers and cocktails were on point t! One of the managers Trey was so friendly and so accommodating. True Texas friendly service, I would recommend to anyone.

You just can't go wrong with anything here!! I've had the…read morecocktails, beer tasting, everything is great! The chicken wings were great today, the pretzel bites are always a hit. I've had the fish & chips and pizza which were great. Today I have the adult chicken fingers which are juicy and crispy!! Service is always great!!! Chill vibe and great place to hang!!

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!

The name of this place has intrigued me for some time. You see I am a bit of a history buff and…read morethe Volstead Act outlawed alcohol sales in 1919. Clubs still existed though, in the form of speakeasy's. Volstead is fashioned after a speakeasy from the era, and you feel it walking in. The place has an old time feel to it. My service was great. Friendly, cheerful, and a Ray of sunshine in the mysterious and dim lights, reminiscent of a speakeasy. I ordered a Cheeseburger and it came with Skinny Fries. I got to give them props, the food was delicious and something I would return for!

Volstead has been open a while in Southlake. They are the same outfit that owns Jane, also in…read moreSouthlake, The Tavern, and Tycoon. Both the Tavern and Tycoon are in Flower Mound, and I have not visited, but I have made stops at both Jane and now Volstead. And I have to say, I wanted to be impressed, and I just wasn't. When I went to Jane, the cocktails were not up to snuff. My visit to Volstead, the cocktail was fantastic but the ambiance and food disappointed. I came into Volstead to check out the happy hour. They have a discount on wine, and half off their signature cocktails and martinis. They make craft cocktails, which were impressive, but only have one bartender. It takes time, but they could use another. I ordered a Volstead Vesper. It is a bold martini. Josh made it well. It was well balanced. Boozy yet balanced. And I love a lemon curl. A garnish can really elevate a cocktail. Five stars for the drink. I will come back and order another one. I also ordered their spicy tuna crispy rice. It was rather a disappointment. The serving size was generous, the crunch on the rice was there, and then it fell short. The texture of the rice was on the mushier side. The tuna was NOT spicy. It had been dressed in something, but it brought absolutely NO flavor or anything to the tuna. There was a wasabi cream and a sauce (maybe eel sauce) that dressed the plate, but the tuna was bland. A little soy, citrus, yuzu, sriracha or SOMETHING to elevate and brighten the tuna would have been EVERYTHING. So it just ended up being bland tuna, on undressed avocado, on fried mushy rice with some tasty sauces. It absolutely was not spicy. And with a little something something it could have been rather tasty. Even with mushy rice. When I walked in and sat down, there was no music playing so you were just hearing conversations bouncing off the walls. After about a half hour someone decided they needed some tunes, but then it was too loud and it was hard to hear the bar tenders. I loved the decor, and again, my cocktail was really rather good. The overall feel just felt kind of sloppy. It could have been awesome, and fell short. They claim to have Southlakes best burger, and maybe that is a better choice than the tuna. I may give it a shot. It got rather popular as I was leaving, the crowd a bit more mature. And maybe that is their bag. They have great reviews and high stars, I just didn't feel it.

Slip Off of your chain and join us in the courtyard, which serves as casual meeting spots, where…read moreyou can drink your own beverages, some representing the Nuevo Brewmasters gathered nice and centrally, in one of Denton, Texas Original Houses, on Oak street in Downtown Denton, Texas. U.S.A. The music varies from popular to jazz and good old rock and roll! Cheers, Mark C. Fearing, Ph.D.

Oak Street Draft House is peak Denton vibes. We grabbed Feta's first and then posted up here with…read moredrinks while we ate. The location, the energy, the patio -- all amazing. Drinks were on point, staff was chill, and it's the kind of place where you lose track of time just hanging out. A Denton classic that never misses.

Greeted immediately by Julian from the bar, grabbed a seat and went for a quick on tap French 75,…read morealso did an order of the shrimp appetizer. We had somewhere to be and were just letting a little bit of time pass, will definitely come back in when in the area. Relaxed environment, casual.

We visited again for a late lunch for my son's birthday and let me tell you, EVERYTHING from…read moreservice to food was amazing. Our waters were never empty. My Paloma and dirty martini were fabulous. My daughter ordered the pot roast grilled cheese, zero complaints. She absolutely loved the onion jam. My two youngest had the kid's tenders and a full salad. Again no complaints. My husband and I shared the crab stuffed flounder. Absolutely delicious. The 5 grain risotto was creamy, the seasoned veggies had the perfect bite to them. The fish was perfect cooked. My mother had the BLT. That thing was STACKED with thick cut perfectly crispy bacon. My son and his girlfriend each had the hot honey chicken sandwich and the Nashville hot chicken. HUGE pieces of chicken, perfectly cooked and again, theme of the night, zero complaints. Overall, this was infinitely better than our last visit. Granted, service was never the issue but food wise, yall were working some magic in that kitchen this time around.

Place is very nice. Menu has a lot of things I want to try. All day, every day brunch is appealing…read more Our food was spectacular. The service was excellent. Absolutely will be going back. Welcome to the area and we are wishing you great success.

I have mixed feelings about this establishment. My sister and I were excited to try this new…read morerestaurant since it's close to home. Walking in, the atmosphere immediately threw us off--it had more of a sports-bar vibe, along with a "seat yourself" sign, and no staff greeted us. Honestly, if it hadn't been pouring rain, we probably would have left. With a name like Posh and Pours, we expected the décor and ambiance to reflect something a bit more upscale, but it didn't. However, we were pleasantly surprised by the food and drinks--both were very good. Our waitress, Meriyah, was excellent and truly the highlight of our visit. What didn't sit well with us was the overall staff dynamic. There was a large group of employees sitting at the bar chatting, looking very relaxed, while our waitress was running around taking orders for the entire place. When new customers walked in, the staff just stared at them instead of offering any kind of welcome. Considering the higher-end prices, the ambiance and service should match that level, and unfortunately, they did not. Because of the uncomfortable vibe from the staff (with the exception of our waitress) and the mismatch between price and atmosphere, we won't be returning.

This place is quintessential Denton! Great ambience, great service, and great food and drinks!…read more The Prime Rib Cheesesteak was great! The owner is very present too and makes a point to interact with his customers, personalizing the experience for his guests. Lots a great activities happen here, so be sure to check the calendar for an even that fits your style! When we first got here, we had a book fair going and by the time we left the rave was beginning!

We went on a Wednesday evening and it was pretty empty but that was perfectly fine for us, it…read moreseemed like they had a good outdoor space for dining as well but we stayed inside, which wasn't huge but not tiny. You order at the bar rather than the table, but we sat right by the front so we actually didn't have to get up to order haha. Everything we had was pretty good, but I would probably try new things next time because none of it was something I felt was a must to try again. We never got a chance to visit while they were in Roanoke, but I wanted to make sure to give them my business because I've heard great things about them! Would like to try again for a happy hour perhaps!

I LOOOOOVE Eastside by far one of my favorite bars in Denton. Tons of selections from over 60+…read morebeers available to countless bottles of whiskey. You have the option of sitting inside or going outside which is more of a beer garden feel. Outside they have the perimeter lined with delicious food trucks where you can enjoy your drinks with food. Oh and you have to go while they're showing a game or movie on the big screen. If you have an opportunity stop by Eastside for a drink or stay for the food and entertainment.

This place is a gem. The food trucks that surround this bar, with outside courtyard seating,…read moreprovides many options for anyone's appetite. We enjoyed the tacos from the blue taco truck (even though I went there for hibachi) next time I will get that from the truck out front. The beverages were affordable. The bathroom was clean. Our bartender's name was Cayman and she was super accommodating. I look forward to going back very soon, and I like the hard rock music that they were playing over the speakers.