"Catbird would have us believe that this is where the beautiful people gather in Dallas, based on its fashionable Instagram feed and ongoing programs aimed at 20-somethings. While the Thompson Hotel does tend to court the attention of the young and loud, it’s a solid spot for an early evening cocktail, and it is very pretty. There are some decent bites, like the BBQ bao bun and popcorn chicken karaage, but what folks truly come for are cocktails. For something familiar but just different enough to be interesting, order the nitro espresso martini or the Kyoto water (vodka, clarified tomato water, and Togarashi tomato)." - Amy McCarthy