Hidden Door
Pub/Tavern · Garden · Dallas, TX
About
Oak Lawn's Hidden Door is a laidback bear bar where anything goes. Cash only (ATM inside) with a jukebox you control via TouchTunes, plus pool tables and darts for a true dive bar experience.
The crowd skews 30s and up, with bears, daddies, and travelers mixing easily. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday afternoons feature a beer bust. No dance floor, but the patio is one of Dallas's best. Bartenders remember your regular drink.
Located in the Oak Lawn neighborhood, Dallas's historic LGBTQ hub, known for its concentration of gay bars and clubs.
Features
- ✓Cash-only with ATM on site
- ✓TouchTunes jukebox for your favorite songs
- ✓Pool tables and dart games
- ✓Beer bust on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
- ✓Outdoor patio: one of the best in Dallas
Good for
Practical
What people say
Rated from 93 reviews. 129 community ratings. View this venue on Yelp
From the community
“Did I miss something”
Since my first review, things have shifted a bit. It features a pleasant bear crowd in their 30s and older, and I think the patio is one of the best in the city. It feels much more welcoming than the Dallas Eagle, even if the venue itself isn't as polished. The bartenders are friendly, but the drinks are always mixed poorly. My only gripe is that it's cash only. I've never had issues with parking, and security is always at the door.
A visitor · Over a year ago
My favorite spot to go when I'm in town visiting. Relaxed, genuine people. Mostly a jeans-wearing crowd. It's a bit dim and some might find it a tad sketchy, but that adds to a great atmosphere.
A guest · Over a year ago
This is our go-to bar in the city. Anything can happen! Robin and Brian are the best bartenders because they often remember what regulars like to drink. Music comes from a jukebox, so get the app to queue up your favorite songs. Very chill vibe with no pretension. It's cash only but there's an ATM inside. Pool tables and a dart game fit the dive bar feel. Always a good time on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sunday afternoons for beer bust. I just wish there was a dance floor. Other than that, I highly suggest it to visitors wanting to relax and meet locals.
A recent visitor · Over a year ago
“A fun hole in the wall.”
This is a genuine, fun, anything goes hole-in-the-wall bar. You'll enjoy it.
A local visitor · Over a year ago
“The local hangout for everyone.......”
I adore the relaxed vibe; people talk to each other without that "are you hitting on me" suspicion. Most folks are older, so the games are the same but more enjoyable because trying to impress someone isn't a big deal. So if you play hard to get, it's not an insult or attitude, it's just part of the game... and the bartenders are the best!
A visitor · Over a year ago
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hidden Door cash only? +
Yes, cash only, but there is an ATM on site.
What's the crowd like? +
It's a bear bar with a diverse crowd from 30s up, including locals, travelers, and daddies. Laidback and friendly.
Are there drag shows? +
Yes, drag shows happen here. Check their schedule for dates.
What are the hours? +
Open daily from 7am to 2am, except Sunday when they open at noon.
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