Texans know how to celebrate the Lone Star State. And what’s a better reason to eat good food and sip delicious drinks than Texas Independence Day?
Here’s where to celebrate:
Haywire
When: March 2
Where: Haywire Plano (5901 Winthrop St.) | Haywire Uptown (1920 McKinney)
Reservations
There’s no pride like Texas pride, and that’s a cause for celebration! Ignite your true Texan with live music & cigar rolling! Don’t miss out on this chance to get dressed up and into the Texas spirit! Note: Cigar Rolling at Haywire Plano only.
Mexican Bar Company
When: March 2
Where: Mexican Bar Company | 6121 West Park Boulevard Ste RS-10, Plano
Reservations
Mexican Bar Company will offer an exclusive cocktail, the Balcones Smash in honor of Texas Independence Day. For $17.50, the cocktail features Texas’ own Balcones Baby Blue whisky, fresh lemon juice, peaches and mint-infused agave, topped off with ginger beer and garnished with a hibiscus salt rim.
Knife Plano
When: March 2
Where: Knife Plano | 6121 W. Park Blvd., Plano
Reservations
In honor of Texas Independence Day, Knife Plano will offer an exclusive barrel-aged Texas pecan old fashioned. Priced at $17, the cocktail features Balcones Lineage whiskey, Angostura bitters and pecan-infused syrup.
Knife Dallas
When: March 2
Where: Knife Dallas | 5300 E Mockingbird Ln, Dallas
Reservations
This Texas Independence Day, Knife Dallas will offer a special cocktail showcasing a Texas and women-owned brand, Milam & Greene Whiskey. For $20, guests can enjoy the Milam & Greene black manhattan featuring Averna Amaro, Angostura bitters, orange bitters and brandy cherry. Guests can also enjoy a variety of beer from the local Dallas brewery, Community Brewing Co.
The Ranch
When: March 2
Where: The Ranch | 857 W John Carpenter Fwy
Reservations
Fuel your inner Texan with a Hill Country-inspired brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and live music from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Don’t miss out on this chance to get gussied up and into the Texas spirit.
Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar
When: March 2
Where: Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar | 6765 Winning Drive #810, Frisco
Reservations
On Saturday, March 2nd, the one-of-a-kind live entertainment experience will feature a specialty tequila cocktail, the Coyote Water. The special cocktail is made with aguasol blanco tequila, fresh lime juice, liquid alchemist mango syrup, sweet and sour, a splash of orange juice and topped with a tasty tajin or Yellowbird habanero rim. The drink will be available for $37.95 with a souvenir tub that guests can keep.
Emilia’s
When: March 2
Where: Crescent Hotel | 3300 Camp Bowie Blvd, Fort Worth
No reservations accepted
In honor of Texas Independence Day, Emilia’s, the coastal Mediterranean-inspired dining venue at The Crescent Hotel, Fort Worth invites guests to enjoy the Camp Boulevardier: featuring Texan-owned Balcones Baby-Blue whiskey, Carpano Antica Formula vermouth and Campari.
Dirty Bones
When: March 2
Where: 2610 N Houston St, Dallas
No reservations accepted
In homage to the Lone Star State's legendary fair, Dirty Bones is stirring up some nostalgia with Texas State Fair-inspired bites and beverages. Get ready to indulge in mini corny dogs, dirty tots, sticky funnel cake fries, fried pickle fries, PB&J chicken wings, shoestring onion tower, TX wagyu chili cheese dog, and quench your thirst with the signature Texas sunburn cocktail or drink tower.
STIRR - Dallas & Addison
When: March 2
Where: 2803 Main St #110, Dallas | 5100 Belt Line Rd Ste 540, Dallas
No reservations accepted
STIRR is throwing an "Everything is Bigger at STIRR" party on Texas Independence Day, complete with a live DJ to keep the celebration going from 3-7 p.m. and 10 p.m.-2 a.m. On the Texas-themed menu, you'll find mouthwatering delights such as Honey Stung Chicken & (Texas-shaped) Waffles, Texas Philly Chicken Sandwich, southern-style Baby Back Ribs, the Texan Brunch special and more.
Culpepper Cattle Co.
When: March 2
Where: Culpepper Cattle Co. | 309 I-30 Frontage Rd, Rockwall, TX
Reservations
Culpepper Cattle Co., the Texas-style home cooking restaurant from UNCO is celebrating Texas Independence Day with live music, a pop-up vendor and a drink special. Guests can enjoy live music on the expansive patio from local classic rock and blues band, Kasual T’s from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., hats sold by Rockwall local, The Makhatter from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Milagro blanco margaritas on special for $10 all day!
Grain
When: March 5
Where: Hilton Dallas/Park Cities | 5954 Luther Ln, Dallas
Reservations
Celebrate with an exclusive barbecue menu, Texas-inspired bites and drink specials. The special barbecue menu features an offering of favorites including smoked brisket, pulled pork, smoked turkey, pork ribs and andouille sausage paired with a selection of sides. Guests can choose from barbecue sandwiches and shared plates, showcasing Texan favorites such as Texas twinkies and nachos. Complementing the culinary offerings, guests can enjoy drink specials including $5 pints, $8 Tito’s cocktails, $20 Balcones whiskey flights and $25 Texas Whiskey and Still Austin whiskey flights.
This article was originally published on Feb. 23, 2024.
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