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Library Bar

Item: Library Bar
Author: Ilene Jacobs

Type: Bar, Hotel Bar, Lounge

10Best Says

Tucked inside the lobby of the Warwick Melrose Hotel (a historic Dallas landmark dating back to 1924), the Library Bar is quite possibly the coziest place to sip a drink in the city. Named one of "30 Iconic American Bars" by Business Insider, the dimly-lit space, fitted out with leather chairs, intimate seating nooks and a flickering fireplace, is also one of Dallas' top spots for live piano entertainment (jazz and pop) six nights a week. Though you probably won't be reading any of the books in the shelves, you will want to be sure to read the drinks menu, which covers everything from crafted tipples to over 27 selections of wine by the glass. Oh, and come hungry, the bar food here is top-notch too.

Address:

3015 Oak Lawn Ave
Dallas, TX 75219

Phone:

214-521-5151

Website:

warwickhotels.com

EXPERT TIPS BY: Ilene Jacobs
Dallas Local Expert

Best Nightlife: "There's never a cover charge to get in, and the Library Bar also offers half-price bites and beverages from 4-7 p.m., Sunday through Thursday. There is no charge for valet parking if you get your ticket stamped at the bar."
Bars: "The Library offers half-price signature cocktails as well as wine by the glass during happy hour Sunday through Thursdays from 4 – 7 p.m."
Oak Lawn's Best Nightlife: "Be sure to get your valet ticket validated at the bar."

Recommended as Best Nightlife, Bars Because: The Library is where to go for hand-crafted cocktails and live jazz in a sophisticated setting.
Best for Oak Lawn's Best Nightlife Because: The Library Bar was named one of the "30 Iconic American Bars" by Business Insider.