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The Library Bar Fort Worth Texas

Bar

High-energy hangout with craft beers, many types of martini, pool tables & weekend DJ nights. People often mention drinks, good, Chris, time, great, staff, night, Worth, music, people,


Address

611 Houston St, Fort Worth, TX 76102, United States

Website

www.thelibrarybarfortworth.com

Contact

+1 817-885-8201

Price rating

$ $$$

Rating on Google Maps

4.20 (613 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 3 pm to 2 am
  • Saturday: 3 pm to 2 am
  • Sunday: 3 pm to 2 am
  • Monday: 3 pm to 2 am
  • Tuesday: 3 pm to 2 am
  • Wednesday: 3 pm to 2 am
  • Thursday: 3 pm to 2 am

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: drinks (17) good (14) Chris (14) time (13) great (13) staff (9) night (8) Worth (7) music (7) people (7)
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  • 5/5 Ravit S. 2 years ago on Google
    Came to town for the first time to Texas walked around downtown Fort Worth and ran into this place great vibe the good county music was not to loud that you can actually carry a conversation and hear one another. The food that was recommended by Alan the sweet helpful bartender was yummy and huge it can be eaten by 2 people easily. Alan was a great conversation to me, while he took care of the rest of the clients he is knowledgeable, kind, funny and very helpful . I will definitely be coming around when I come to town again.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hite W. 8 months ago on Google
    Had a great time at this small but fun bar in fort Worth. They packed the place with video games, pool tables and skeeball. Bartender was friendly and fast to recognize we came in and served our group drinks quickly. If you go on Sundays you can play pool for as long as you want absolutely free! They also have karaoke. Have fun!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tracy N. 5 months ago on Google
    The drinks here are sublime. $6.50 classic cocktail HH from 3-8 and they make the best drinks, anywhere! The atmosphere is perfect and includes a speakeasy downstairs and a cigar bar upstairs. The problem here is the service. Although each drink is made to perfection, you simply cant get more than one drink every 45 minutes or so, and they are not big drknks. We went as a group of 4 two nights in a row and this was true both nights even though one night they had 3 bartenders for a small crowd. Perhaps they should consider less time-consuming drinks in the interests of getting people served. But overall still one of the nicest, upscale bars I have visited in a long time. (We did not sample any of the appetizers either night.)
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jasmine J. 1 year ago on Google
    Way better bar than a lot of those in the area . I love how security actively checked IDs . A lot of arcade games upstairs and downstairs, just a cool vibe . Plenty of people and a large large bar . A coworker and I were able to grab seats easily . Joshua was great. Such a fun time . All the bartenders were dancing and vibing and having a good time , just great energy. Joshua made the best mexican candy , was so good . I also had a good Tequila sunrise . I didn’t order food but the people at the bar said the food was good , so I’ll definitely come back and play some games and have some food and drinks .
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 1/5 Vivian 1 year ago on Google
    Incompetent bartender. Overcharged his own tip on my card. I tipped low bc I had terrible service just for bottled beer. Seems they can't even handle a Sunday night without being overwhelmed. People warned me about the service and stealing on cards but I thought I'd give it a try. Will be reporting to my bank and locals. If you go make sure to take a pic of receipt after tip is written.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 darin b. 1 year ago on Google
    Chris and bee make the best drinks in the area. Such professionalism and kindness. I come from the east coast and have never experienced such a family experience. This team is legit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Liz L. 1 year ago on Google
    Chris said he would get us absolutely annnything we wanted and he delivered!! 😁Great personality, awesome customer service and great drinks! Thanks for an awesome night!!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andrew B. 1 year ago on Google
    Very relaxing place in downtown Fort Worth. Chris makes very good drinks! I like the “smash“ and my girl liked “the last strawberry”. The brisket nachos were fast and delicious. The bad news is the kitchen doesn’t open until after 5 PM.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 matthew s. 1 year ago on Google
    Great bar in downtown ft worth, always a lively crowd and fun to be had. Check out the pool tables while you have a drink poured from some amazing bartenders. Alan is the go to man behind the bar for great drinks and customer service. They also have a fun drag show something if that interests ya.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 2/5 Erin B. 2 years ago on Google
    I'm visiting from WI and had a lot of fun here the first visit. The second time I walked in with my group and asked if they had an alcoholic water, something like a White Claw. He proceeds to hand me an actual water and tells me I need to drink that before he is going to serve me. Disclaimer, I completely respect that bartenders sometimes need to cut people off who are overserved and should when necessary. That said, I was definitely not overserved that night and had done absolutely nothing to any of his staff or anyone in the bar to suggest otherwise. I had just walked in. What's hilarious is I was way more intoxicated on the first visit and they just kept serving me. The bartender or bar manager or whoever he is just felt like being a condescending jerk. I left and spent my money elsewhere. Would not go back and do not recommend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Megan S. 2 years ago on Google
    Such a great Forth Worth find! Christopher was amazing and so attentive. He makes fire drinks and is here to make sure everyone has a great time. Great vibe, music, drinks, and snacks!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 3/5 Sean 5 months ago on Google
    Food is decent, drinks are good and not skimpy on the alcohol. Pool is free on Sundays which is nice, but I would not waste your money on the game cards... I purchased 100 credits, but there was only 90 credits on the card.

  • 5/5 Marcus J. 3 months ago on Google New
    The atmosphere is amazing. Can't go wrong with a bingo & karaoke combo and special shout out to DJ Shawn. The bar wouldn't be the same without his energy!

  • 5/5 Cassie L. 8 months ago on Google
    Absolutely amazing bar and atmosphere! Chris, Brenda, and Joshua were amazing! Definitely stop in and get you an ocean water! If you haven’t you’re missing out!

  • 4/5 John H. 11 months ago on Google
    Kind of a meat market, but that's what some people want. At least the bartenders are pretty good and the drinks are reasonable. I could live without the douchebags and the hobos working the patio.

  • 5/5 Natasha M. 1 year ago on Google
    Great bar to hang out downtown. Relaxed fun atmosphere with a good food menu and drink selection. Our bartender Chris was really nice and attentive. Absolutely making this our new go to spot.

  • 5/5 Erica W. 6 months ago on Google
    Shawn Kay the Showman was the star of the night for us and the reason we will be coming back. We were looking for a good karaoke place tonight, and found it! He’s the perfect hype man and makes you feel so comfortable, and makes it a blast!

  • 5/5 Erica R. 11 months ago on Google
    While visiting fort worth we hit up this bar every night! Great drinks, great atmosphere, and the bartenders are awesome. Thanks Josh, Chris, Brenda and Alex! Yall have definitely got a good thing going here.

  • 5/5 Chris A. 1 year ago on Google
    They don't really commit to the library bit, but it's a nice place. Friendly staff and very reasonable prices.

  • 1/5 Josh H. 7 months ago on Google
    It's just a college bar. Staff doesn't really pay attention to anyone except the young women customers. I don't understand the Library theme? There's books in there.. but mostly games.The Drinks were good but if you're over 25 than just go down the street there are plenty of other much nicer places to chill.

  • 5/5 Tony M. 1 year ago on Google
    I’m a regular here and have never had a bad experience. The environment is great (music and ambiance) as well as the food. The staff is always friendly and the steak tacos are my favorite. Highly recommend this place for any demographic.

  • 3/5 Sam K. 4 years ago on Google
    Went to a group event held upstairs. Convenient to Sundance Square. Decent variety of bar games. Blah food and a limited quantity vs group size. Ceiling so low I (a tall person, admittedly) hit my head repeatedly on the padded ceiling beams. Bit as sophisticated as the name and decor would suggest.

  • 5/5 Jessica D. 1 year ago on Google
    Chris was absolutely wonderful at the bar. Great environment while visiting Ft Worth and delicious drinks!

  • 3/5 dominique z. 1 year ago on Google
    Hit or miss every-time we come. Takes over 10 mins sometimes to get a drink order in. Only seen 1 bartender trying to service 20+ people. The vibe is very chill and you can talk so it has that.

  • 5/5 Reagan N. 4 years ago on Google
    this is my favorite bar downtown! lush leather furniture, comfy barstools, super friendly staff and delicious eats- if you're feeling like taking a date out or getting a little wild with your crazy friends this is your place! free trivia on tuesdays free bingo on wednesdays live music on thursdays djs on fridays and saturdays the library bar = good times

  • 1/5 John H. 1 year ago on Google
    This place is absolutely disgusting and bartenders and staff are extremely rude (you can tell by the way the owner responds to his reviews). I do NOT recommend this place to anyone.

  • 5/5 Tiffani K. 1 year ago on Google
    Chris and Joshua were amazing!! It was my first time there and I will definitely be back. I recommend this bar to all!

  • 5/5 matthew h. 1 year ago on Google
    Chris and Brenda mad me feel welcome the moment I walked in .. good music and even better vibes.. next time I’ll check out the food on Thursday

  • 3/5 Tee D. 1 year ago on Google
    Decent atmosphere and ok drinks. They have pool tables and I think I saw darts. I wasn't overly impressed but it's an alright spot.

  • 5/5 Mackenzie R. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely love this bar! Went for the first time on a random Wednesday night with my friends. The bar was pretty empty when we got there, but was fairly busy by the time we left around 11:30. Amazing music, nice patio, and fun activities! Not to mention the great staff! Will definitely be back soon!

  • 5/5 Michael S. 2 years ago on Google
    Best service ! Chris and staff are the best in Fort Worth! Bee by far best bartender! English is polite and top notch with security! Great music and atmosphere!

  • 5/5 Todd A. 2 years ago on Google
    Had a blast on work trip at the Library. Chris and his staff were great. Music was awesome. Atmosphere was very laid back with corn hole and pool tables. Drinks at the bar were spot on. Will definitely be back and recommend anyone to come check this bar out.

  • 5/5 Joe B. 2 years ago on Google
    Chris and his crew were fantastic. We were In on a business trip and stopped by to have a few drinks. Good time. Drinks were perfect. Bar staff, live musician, everyone was fantastic!!! Will be back every time I come to Fort Worth.

  • 5/5 Hannah M. 1 year ago on Google
    Chris was amazing at Library bar. We were out for a bachelorette party and a certain individual made us feel a bit uncomfortable. He was quick to assess the scene and got him out of there in the blink of an eye. Will certainly be returning here as I feel that the security actually have their eyes on their surroundings and aren’t just standing around. Thank you Chris!!!


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Food
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Dancing
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Happy-hour food
    • ✓️ Happy-hour drinks
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Seating
    • ✓️ Outside food allowed
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Outdoor seating

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