Oak Cliff’s bar scene is one of Dallas’s best kept secrets — which means locals know it, they’re just not always eager to share. From craft beer taprooms to cozy neighborhood pubs, here’s where the real Oak Cliff crowd goes to drink.
Craft Beer in Oak Cliff
13 Barrels Craft House
13 Barrels is the neighborhood craft beer bar Oak Cliff needed. A well-curated rotating tap list, casual atmosphere, and the kind of crowd that actually wants to talk about what they’re drinking. Located in the Oak Cliff area and beloved by regulars.
Neighborhood Pubs
Cannon’s Corner Irish Pub
Cannon’s Corner delivers the authentic Irish pub experience that Oak Cliff deserves: proper pints, unpretentious atmosphere, and the kind of regulars who’ve been coming long enough to have a usual seat. Perfect for a weeknight pint or a weekend watch party.
Bar-Restaurants Worth Knowing
Ten Bells Tavern
Ten Bells Tavern on W 8th Street is a Bishop Arts staple — a relaxed wine and beer bar with a carefully chosen list, good food, and an outdoor patio that’s perfect on a Dallas evening. The crowd skews local and the vibe is exactly right.
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