Plenty of Dallas bars and restaurants are celebrating the Fourth in the best way: with food and drinks. Here’s where to party.
Happiest Hour
This popular spot is kicking off the celebrations this week with their own patriotic cocktail accompanied by music from live DJs. Guests can order the Watermelon Smash, a watermelon vodka drink infused with mint and fresh fruits and garnished with a red, white, and blue popsicle. If cocktails aren’t your thing, PBR tall boys (the beer with the red, white, and blue labeling) will be sold at a discounted price.
The Rustic
Get patriotic and philanthropic with The Rustic’s annual “Drink the Flag” event. During the event, guests who purchase a beer from The Rustic’s iconic “beer flag” can choose to make a donation. All proceeds will benefit the Chris Kyle Frog Foundation.
Harlowe MXM
If you’re looking to party all night long, Harlowe MXM has you covered. They will be hosting a rooftop Chillin’ and Grillin’ party from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., featuring a lunch and late-night menu with frozen red white, and blue mules and Jell-O shots. This roof is also the perfect location to catch the fair ground fireworks.
Addison Point
On July 3, Addison is ready to celebrate its annual Kaboom Town festival with special firework watch parties hosted by more than 180 restaurants and 23 hotels. Addison Point Sports Grill is offering its own take with an outdoor DJ, face painting and balloon animals and even a Karaoke session that will be fun for the whole family.
Texas Ale Project
Also on July 3, Texas Ale Project is offering brews on tap, including their new TAP Hard Seltzer and a new single malt blonde ale dubbed Smash Experiment. The craft brewery will also have live music starting at 7 p.m. along with a view of Dallas’ Red, White, and Boom fireworks show on Ronald Kirk Bridge.
Truck Yard
If you’re looking for that casual backyard experience, Truck Yard is serving up a specialty drink: a mix of their classic Mai Tai and Trash Can Punch, topped with blue curacao. It’s a mixture is sure to get you in the mood to celebrate.
Chop House Burger
It’s no secret that drinking pairs best with grilling on the Fourth of July. Thankfully, Chop House Burger is celebrating the Fourth of Brew-ly for all my burger lovers out there. Guests can buy a burger and fries at Chop House Burger and get up to three draft beers for a dollar each.
Canvas Hotel
The Canvas Hotel is hosting a pool party at Gallery Rooftop Lounge. Here, guests can soak up the sun with themed drink specials and live music. The party will also include hot dogs for $3.
Unlawful Assembly Brewing Company
Unlawful Assembly is hosting a celebration at Legacy Hall in Plano for four days. Starting on July 3, guests can enjoy live music, outdoor games, and barbecue specialties from local restaurants. You can also cool down with a limited-edition Freedom Margarita. Unlawful Assembly is also partnering with Plano Fire-Rescue and ColorHype to raise money for veterans.
Taco Heads
Finally, if you’re looking to keep the celebration going all summer long, Taco Heads serves $5 margaritas all season. You’re welcome.
