1. Midnight Rambler


What is it? A subterranean cocktail bar in the Joule hotel that’s home to some of the city’s best drinks, music and bartenders.
Why we love it: Midnight Rambler is always a good time, whether you’re there for happy hour or a nightcap. The bar team has serious chops, but they’re fun and unpretentious, so you’ll always feel welcome. And the new Pokémon-inspired menu just proves the point. Order drinks like the Matcha Chop made with mezcal, matcha, coconut milk punch and blackberry foam, or the Conspirator, a caprese-style martini featuring tomato-basil-infused rum and mini mozzarella balls. Cocktails are presented with a "playing card" souvenir featuring custom characters inspired by each drink. Collect them all.
Time Out tip: The Joule is a destination in itself, so if you’re visiting Midnight Rambler, you might as well make a day of it. Score some caffeine at Weekend Coffee, have dinner at CBD Provisions or Sassetta, pick up a few gifts at Swoon, and decorate your coffee table with a book from Taschen Library.
Address: 1530 Main St, Dallas, TX 75201
Opening hours: Tue–Wed 5pm–midnight; Thu–Sat 5pm–2am
Expect to pay: About $15 each for cocktails