Star's Basement Bar is a bar in Stockyards, Fort Worth.
Editorially verified June 26, 2026 by Elliot Marsh, TableJourney editor. Source.
Guided tour · 3 hours
Taste the Fort Worth Stockyards on a guided walking tour with bites, dessert, history stories, and a final stop at Second Rodeo Brewing.
Guided tour · 2 hours
Discover the history of the Fort Worth Stockyards on a guided walking tour. Enjoy three food stops, a sweet dessert treat, and learn about cowboys, cattle drives, and outlaws.
Private tour · 4 - 5 hours
Discover the best of Dallas and Fort Worth on a private, customizable tour. Visit the historic Fort Worth Stockyards, explore downtown Dallas, and experience authentic...
Address: 105 W Exchange Ave, Fort Worth, TX 76164
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.
OrderA cold Bud Light longneck; join the free line-dancing lessons before the band starts.
TipFree 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.
White Elephant Saloon in Fort Worth's Historic Stockyards pours cold beers and Texas whiskey alongside live country music every night of the week.
OrderLone Star longneck; the house margarita on the rocks.
Tip21 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.
OrderFrozen margarita at the bar; a Shiner Bock by the indoor rodeo arena.
TipArrive before the headlining act sells out on Friday and Saturday nights. The indoor rodeo runs Fri-Sat around 21:00.
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.
OrderA cold Bud Light longneck; join the free line-dancing lessons before the band starts.
TipFree 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.
White Elephant Saloon in Fort Worth's Historic Stockyards pours cold beers and Texas whiskey alongside live country music every night of the week.
OrderLone Star longneck; the house margarita on the rocks.
Tip21 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.
OrderFrozen margarita at the bar; a Shiner Bock by the indoor rodeo arena.
TipArrive 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.
OrderThe rotating Texas craft tap; the UFO Platter sampler of five beers.
TipHappy 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.
OrderThe house negroni; the seasonal sour with local citrus.
TipThe 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.
OrderThe Paper Plane; whichever seasonal signature is on the chalkboard.
TipHappy hour runs Sunday, Monday, Wednesday to Friday from 16:00 to 19:00. Closed Tuesdays.
