Cocktail bar$$downtownDaily 17:00-02:00
Curfew in downtown Fort Worth is a cocktail bar and speakeasy with late-night pizza, resident DJs, and a dance floor popular among local nightlife crowds.
Order: The house signature cocktail; the late-night pizza to accompany a second round.
Tip: Reservations are accepted and recommended on Friday and Saturday nights when the dance floor gets going around 22:00.
Cocktail bar$$downtownMon-Thu 11:00-21:00, Fri 11:00-22:00, Sat 10:00-22:00, Sun 10:00-20:00
Little Red Wasp in Fort Worth downtown Sundance area is a kitchen and bar with a straightforward menu, solid draught beer list, and all-day happy hour daily.
Order: The house beer selection on draught; the brunch cocktail on weekends.
Tip: Happy hour runs 16:00 to 18:00 daily with $5 drafts and wells. Weekend brunch starts at 10:00 with bottomless options.
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.