Cocktail bar$$$downtownMon-Thu 15:00-23:00, Fri-Sat 15:00-24:00, Sun 15:00-23:00
Refinery 714 is a penthouse whiskey bar on the 24th floor of the Kimpton Harper in Fort Worth, with panoramic skyline views and a polished spirits programme.
Order: The whiskey flight from the deep spirits list; the Tipsy on 24 house cocktail.
Tip: Sunset visits from 19:00 to 20:00 offer the best light for skyline views. Dress smartly as the hotel bar maintains a relaxed but polished atmosphere.
Wine bar$$magnolia-avenueMon-Thu 15:00-22:00, Fri-Sat 15:00-23:00, Sun Closed
The Magnolia Wine Bar on Fort Worth Magnolia Avenue is a neighbourhood spot with a well-chosen bottle list, tasting events, and one of the best patios.
Order: The curated glass pour of the week; the charcuterie and cheese board.
Tip: Closed Sundays. The events calendar fills fast for Friday tastings, so check their website before visiting on the weekend.
American$$west-7thWed-Thu 17:00-24:00, Fri 17:00-02:00, Sat-Sun 12:00-02:00
Pour Decisions in Fort Worth West 7th is a two-floor sports bar and patio spot known for wings, craft beer, and a lively late-night atmosphere on weekends.
Order: The smoked wings with house sauce; the craft beer on draught during the game.
Tip: Closed Monday and Tuesday. The second-floor experience opens on busy weekend nights and is the liveliest section of the venue.
Cocktail bar$$$downtownMon-Fri 07:30-14:00, Tue-Thu 16:00-21:00, Fri-Sat 16:00-22:00
Branch and Bird in Fort Worth Frost Tower Sky Lobby is a smart contemporary bar and restaurant on an upper floor with well-made cocktails and city views.
Order: The cocktail of the month; the contemporary shareables paired with a glass pour.
Tip: Happy hour runs Tuesday to Friday from 16:00 to 18:00. The venue closes Sunday and the dinner menu runs Tuesday onwards.
Cocktail bar$$south-mainMon 16:00-02:00, Tue Closed, Wed 16:00-02:00, Thu-Sun 16:00-02:00
Atlas on Fort Worth South Main is a cocktail bar with globally inspired drinks and elevated bites, open late most nights in a compact and welcoming space.
Order: The globally inspired house cocktail; the elevated small plates from the kitchen.
Tip: Closed Tuesdays. Weekend opening on Saturday and Sunday at 12:00 makes it one of the few South Main options for afternoon cocktails.
Cocktail bar$$berry-streetMon-Thu 16:00-23:00, Fri 11:00-24:00, Sat 11:00-24:00, Sun 15:00-22:00
Lot 12 Rooftop Bar near TCU in Fort Worth pours craft cocktails and cold beers on an open-air rooftop deck above the Berry Street strip with game-day energy.
Order: The frozen cocktail on the rooftop deck; the house-made guacamole with chips.
Tip: Hours shift for TCU game days, so call ahead on home-game weekends. The rooftop is exposed to heat in summer; evening visits from 19:00 are cooler.