Rodeo Exchange is a bar in Stockyards, Fort Worth.
Rodeo Exchange in Fort Worth Stockyards offers free dance lessons on Tuesdays and Thursdays and live country bands through Saturday in a classic Western hall.
Editorially verified June 26, 2026 by Lewis Vaughan, TableJourney editor. Source.
Must order: A cold Bud Light longneck; join the free line-dancing lessons before the band starts.
Tip: Free two-step lessons start at 19:00 on Tuesdays and Thursdays before the main show. One of the better places in Fort Worth to learn line dancing for free.
Address: 221 W Exchange Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76164
White Elephant Saloon in Fort Worth's Historic Stockyards pours cold beers and Texas whiskey alongside live country music every night of the week.
Order: Lone Star longneck; the house margarita on the rocks.
Tip: 21 and over after 19:00 daily. Arrive before 20:00 on weekends to secure a good spot near the stage.
Billy Bob's Texas in Fort Worth holds the Guinness record as the world's largest honky-tonk, with 40 bar stations and live bull riding on weekends.
Order: Frozen margarita at the bar; a Shiner Bock by the indoor rodeo arena.
Tip: Arrive before the headlining act sells out on Friday and Saturday nights. The indoor rodeo runs Fri-Sat around 21:00.
White Elephant Saloon in Fort Worth's Historic Stockyards pours cold beers and Texas whiskey alongside live country music every night of the week.
Order: Lone Star longneck; the house margarita on the rocks.
Tip: 21 and over after 19:00 daily. Arrive before 20:00 on weekends to secure a good spot near the stage.
Billy Bob's Texas in Fort Worth holds the Guinness record as the world's largest honky-tonk, with 40 bar stations and live bull riding on weekends.
Order: Frozen margarita at the bar; a Shiner Bock by the indoor rodeo arena.
Tip: Arrive before the headlining act sells out on Friday and Saturday nights. The indoor rodeo runs Fri-Sat around 21:00.
Flying Saucer Draught Emporium in Fort Worth downtown pours over 200 beers on draught and in bottle beneath its famous suspended saucer collection.
Order: The rotating Texas craft tap; the UFO Platter sampler of five beers.
Tip: Happy hour runs Tuesday to Friday 15:00 to 18:00. The back patio catches afternoon shade nicely.
The Usual is a cocktail bar on Fort Worth Magnolia Avenue with a rotating menu of well-made classics and signature drinks in a relaxed neighbourhood setting.
Order: The house negroni; the seasonal sour with local citrus.
Tip: The small bar fills quickly on Thursday nights. Weekday visits from 16:00 to 19:00 are the quietest window for conversation.
Proper on Fort Worth Magnolia Avenue has poured expertly crafted classic and signature cocktails since 2014 in a casual, welcoming neighbourhood lounge.
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.
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.
