The 10 Best Bars in Texas — 2026

We compared all 5566 bars in Texas on the data that matters: services offered, posted hours, and how easy each one is to reach. No pay-to-play — this ranking comes straight from the listings data, updated October 2026.

#1 · Thirsty PenguinLiberty Hill

Mon-Wed 2pm-9pm, Thu 12pm-9pm, Fri-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 12pm-9pm

(512) 548-6501 Website View listing

#2 · HalcyonDallas

Mon-Thu 7am-10pm, Fri 7am-11pm, Sat 8am-11am, Sun 8am-8pm

(469) 547-2265 Website View listing

#3 · Bar.Kor.DHouston Karaoke

Mon-Sun 5:30pm-2am

(346) 333-0909 Website View listing

#4 · Cedar Creek SaloonWaller Saloon

Mon-Fri 2pm-2am, Sat-Sun 12pm-2am

(936) 931-2214 Website View listing

#5 · CottonwoodHouston

Tue-Wed 4pm-10pm, Thu 4pm-11pm, Fri 3pm-12am, Sat 11am-12am, Sun 11am-10pm

(713) 802-0410 Website View listing

#6 · Inwood TavernDallas Tavern

Mon-Sat 11am-2am, Sun 12pm-2am

(214) 353-2666 Website View listing

#7 · Kava Culture North Fort WorthFort Worth

Mon-Sun 9am-5pm

(817) 386-5261 Website View listing

#8 · MargaritavilleSan Antonio

Mon-Thu 11am-9pm, Sun 11am-9pm

(210) 973-5911 Website View listing

#9 · Neighbors on 7thTemple

Mon-Fri 2pm-6pm, Sat-Sun 6pm-8pm

(254) 727-2266 Website View listing

#10 · Pete's BarAustin LoungeLive music

Mon-Sun 9am-5pm

(512) 474-1299 Website View listing

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How we rank: every listing earns points for listed services (saloon, dive bar, bar & grill, lounge, lgbtq+, tavern, karaoke, hookah, arcade, happy hour, live music, dog-friendly, beach, biker, country), posted hours, and working contact details. The ranking is recalculated with every data update.