Proper is a bar in Magnolia Avenue, Fort Worth.
Proper on Fort Worth Magnolia Avenue has poured expertly crafted classic and signature cocktails since 2014 in a casual, welcoming neighbourhood lounge.
Editorially verified June 26, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Must order: The Paper Plane; whichever seasonal signature is on the chalkboard.
Tip: Happy hour runs Sunday, Monday, Wednesday to Friday from 16:00 to 19:00. Closed Tuesdays.
Address: 409 W Magnolia Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76104
The Bearded Lady in Fort Worth South Main is a dog-friendly gastropub with a large covered patio, rotating Texas craft taps, and a solid pub food menu.
Order: One of the rotating local Texas taps; the smash burger with fries.
Tip: The large patio is a great afternoon spot. Closed Mondays year-round.
Wicked Butcher at Fort Worth Sinclair Hotel pairs a polished lobby bar with an upscale American dining room, drawing professionals for cocktails and steaks.
Order: The smoked old fashioned; the craft gin and tonic with house bitters.
Tip: The bar lobby is open from early morning for coffee service. Evening cocktail hour tends to draw a post-work crowd from nearby offices.
The Social House in Fort Worth West 7th serves upscale-casual American food alongside a full bar, popular for weekend brunch and late-night cocktails.
Order: The smoked margarita; the craft cocktail of the week at the main bar.
Tip: Brunch on Saturday and Sunday starts at 10:00 and fills quickly. Parking in the West 7th garage is free for a few hours with validation.
Coyote Drive-In in Fort Worth pairs first-run films on four screens with a canteen bar, food trucks, and live music on weekend evenings under the open sky.
Order: Frazil frozen drink; the wagyu sliders from the canteen menu.
Tip: Gates open at 18:30 on weeknights and 18:00 on weekends. Arrive early to get the best screen-front spot and grab food before showtime.
The Library Bar in downtown Fort Worth is a college-themed dive with sports screens, pool tables, arcade games, and evening karaoke, open daily until 02:00.
Order: A bottle of Lone Star; the house whiskey shot during happy hour.
Tip: Karaoke nights draw big crowds mid-week. Street parking on Houston St is metered until 22:00 and free afterwards.
Reata in Fort Worth downtown near Bass Performance Hall serves Texas ranch-cuisine cocktails at a polished bar drawing theatergoers and business diners alike.
Order: The West Texas martini; the pecan-smoked old fashioned with local rye.
Tip: The bar is the best spot for solo dining on the full menu. Reserve a table for the dining room if visiting on performance nights near Bass Hall.
