Izkina

Deep Ellum has a hip new hostel (the only hostel in the city) and with it comes a cozy, candlelit cocktail and tapas joint– which can be found tucked away behind the stack of suitcases in the lobby. The menu showcases everything from cured meats and cheeses (imported from Spain) to grilled baby octopus with sofrito sauce, fried anchovies, patatas bravas and of course, tortilla Española. They don't skimp on booze offerings either. There's a nice selection of local and international beer, wine and Spanish-inspired cocktails, including several shared-style punch-bowl options. Even better? You can score $2-$3 pinxtos (bite-sized snacks) plus $5 cocktails, sangria and beer from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday. Oh, did we mention Izkina hosts DJs on the weekends?