Lee Harvey’s in the Cedars isn’t flashy, but it has a heartbeat that makes it one of Dallas’s most magnetic gems. The bar occupies a weathered building at 1807 Gould Street, with wood-paneled walls, string lights draping over a fire-pit-lit courtyard, and a relaxed vibe that somehow feels both timeless and alive. It’s the kind of place where everyone seems to know each other, yet newcomers are instantly welcomed.
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We will be writing up our favorite Sports Bars in Dallas in coming weeks. We begin with Bryan Street Tavern which makes an amazing pizza and boasts a full selection of beers.
In Old East Dallas, Bryan Street Tavern has long been a cherished destination for locals seeking a relaxed atmosphere, quality food, and a diverse selection of beverages. Renowned for its exceptional thin-crust, stone-oven pizzas, the tavern offers a variety of toppings, including sausage sourced from the nearby Jimmy’s Food Store. Beyond pizza, the menu caters to diverse palates with options like salads, hummus, wings, and burgers, ensuring there’s something for everyone.
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Cosmos is a dive with good taste. Where else can you enjoy a PBR alongside a marvelous martini and a bowl of pho? Here you will find spot-on Vietnamese and oddly enough, pizza. Selections include excellent bánh mi and vinegar-spiked dumplings, plus some of the best wings in Dallas. Take it all in and enjoy the beatnik atmosphere that will drive you back to another era.
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by Alex Gonzalez
High Fives on Henderson is keeping the dive bar alive. It is a hub of nostalgia for lovers of 90s culture, which mixes in modern elements. High Fives’ menu offers aptly named 90s-themed beverages, craft tater tots, and stacked sandwiches.
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by Steven Doyle
It was a casual Friday afternoon at the Dallasite. This is the local bar that sits on the corner of Bryan and Fitzhugh across the street from Jimmy’s Food Store and next to Mai’s. People were milling about with their longneck’s in hand trying to stay cool from the Texas heat when a gentleman dressed in plaid shorts and clergy shirt and collar announced there was to be a wedding. Continue reading
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by Steven Doyle
In just a few short years Bryan Street Tavern etched its way into the dive bar scene with its great pizza and cold beer. Bryan Street always has a good line up of bands and there is plenty of room to mix and mingle with the swelled crowds each weekend. The fenced in patio area is near legendary.
So why go and muck it all up with more beer taps, and a fancy new kitchen? I will answer my own question: because it is awesome. Continue reading
