Billy Bob's Texas

Live music venue · Stockyards

Billy Bob's Texas

Live music venue · Stockyards

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2520 Rodeo Plaza, Fort Worth, TX 76164

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World's largest honky tonk with bull riding, live music & bars  

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"Billy Bob’s Texas is the world’s largest honky tonk, encompassing three acres with neon signs, bull riding, pool tables, barbecue, and bars. It has hosted music legends like Willie Nelson and Travis Tritt." - Travel + Leisure Editors

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DFW Restaurants Where TV Shows and Movies Have Been Filmed | Eater Dallas

"You can’t have a map of Dallas restaurants without mentioning the OG Dallas show — Dallas, that is. In the original version of the soap opera, Billy Bob’s served as a place for the characters to drink and dance. Though Billy Bob’s is in Fort Worth, and not Dallas proper, this saloon is always worth the drive for a night out." - Alex Gonzalez

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Bars and Nightlife in Dallas-Fort Worth

"If you’ve been looking to learn how to Texas two-step, here’s your chance. The self-proclaimed “World’s Largest Honky Tonk” is the heart and soul of Fort Worth’s Stockyards. This massive venue brings in some of the best country acts around, and the dance floor is always packed. If dancing isn’t your thing, there are plenty of things to see or do, from billiards to an indoor rodeo arena. Be sure to get a photo with the bull before you head out." - MATADOR_NETWORK

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Legendary Fort Worth Honky-Tonk Billy Bob’s Will Reopen This Week - Eater Dallas

"Fort Worth’s legendary honky-tonk Billy Bob’s has officially announced plans to reopen its doors. The bar announced this week that it would return on Thursday, August 13, following a monthslong hiatus caused by the novel coronavirus pandemic. According to a press release, Billy Bob’s obtained a new operations license that will allow it to “open and operate under food and beverage guidelines.” Previously, Billy Bob’s was classified as a bar, which meant that it wasn’t able to open due to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s executive order requiring alcohol-oriented businesses to close. The pandemic-era Billy Bob’s will be a bit different than its typical vibe. The bar will open for daytime admission, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., serving dishes like smoked brisket and chicken fried steak out of its Honky Tonk Kitchen. In order to open, Billy Bob’s has implemented a host of safety measures intended to stem the spread of COVID-19. Patrons will be screened with a “non-invasive” thermal camera, and if a person’s temperature is recorded at over 99.5 degrees, they’ll be asked to leave or undergo more in-depth screening. Only 30 people will be allowed on the roped-off dance floor at any given time, and (of course) all patrons will be required to wear masks. Billy Bob’s will also operate at significantly limited capacity, with social distancing markers placed around the inside of the building. For folks who just can’t wait to get back to Billy Bob’s, the doors open at 11 a.m. on Thursday." - Amy McCarthy

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3 Best Day Trips From Dallas | Condé Nast Traveler

"Every adult in North Texas has a story that begins, "So one night at Billy Bob's..." for good reason: This place, which has been dubbed the largest honky tonk in the world, has more than a dozen bars and hosts some of the most famous country musicians around. It's a little rough around the edges—pleasantly so. But more than anything, this is the experience a new tourist imagines when they think of Texas: slide guitars, cheap beer, and a mechanical bull." - Tommie Ethington, Diana Oates

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cherie agnew

Google
I went to Billy Bob’s tonight and had an unforgettable time! The atmosphere was everything you’d expect from a classic Texas honkytonk—Cowboys and cowgirls, pool tables, good food, and that unmistakable Southern charm! I came for the Eric Gales concert, and WOW—he blew the roof off! The music, the energy, the crowd… it was incredible. The venue is spacious yet cozy, and the sound quality was excellent.

Greg Caruso

Google
This place is enormous. When they say everything is bigger in Texas, it definitely applies to this venue, There were at least two stages that we found, an Armadillo race venue, pool tables, a mechanical bull and the craziest of all a Pro Bull Rodeo arena all INSIDE this place!! The band was fantastic, not just Country, just a whole mix of pop songs. We were there with a group, and they put together a great spread of BBQ food. Delicious. I would definitely go back 👍

Daniel Lee

Google
This is a must do activity on a Friday / weekend evening! Combination of bar, eatery, live music, two step dancing and bull riding all under one roof. It's a huge place. We had a blast! Really enjoyed the loaded tater tots - super delicious! Make sure you watch the bull riding - it's only $6 cash per person.

Tracey “Trace”

Google
What a great place! Staff was great, food good, fun time. Only complaint was that I have mobility issues and getting from the parking lot to the main entrance was long and though there's a ramp, there's no railing. There's also steps at the end of the railing. The side doors we could not get in. Lack of ramps in the place made it rough to navigate the food area.

Nikolai Mannsfeld

Google
Fun place to be. The staff were great, the place was huge itself, and, of course, great atmosphere. We played some pool here and it was fun, and cheap too, at $2. The place looks very fun for events and it was huge. I also loved the nostalgia neon signs within the place itself too. There was also a bull riding rink area, where they played some volleyball, which was entertaining. Overall, fun place to be near the Stockyards. There is an entry fee of $4, but it’s worth it.

Aleksandra Morel

Google
The place is very big! Billy Bob’s is such a fun and iconic spot in Fort Worth! You can catch live country music from big names and local artists, grab a bite at their Honky Tonk Kitchen, and even watch real bull riding indoors on the weekends—which is wild to see in person. They also offer line dancing lessons, which makes it even more fun if you come with friends. Great atmosphere, lots of energy, and definitely a must-visit if you’re in the Stockyards! We visited on Sunday around 4pm and the place was almost empty.

Ella V

Google
Great venue! I was in general admission and this was the view. It is a lively atmosphere, the employees are friendly, kind and firm on ensuring a pleasant experience for everyone. The restrooms are super clean and well stocked. There is a gift shop that is open during the events. There are several bars and servers walking around taking orders. This venue exceeded my expectations and I'm looking forward to getting out there for more events.

Trish The Dish

Google
We went to Billy Bobs for a concert! We had a blast! They have live bands & musicians! You can play billiards, see live acts, shop at the gift shop & even bull ride!
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Rowel D.

Yelp
Great Food & Classic Texas Vibe at Billy Bob's! We stopped by Billy Bob's Texas for dinner, and it was a fantastic experience. I ordered the bone-in ribeye--cooked perfectly, juicy, and full of flavor. My wife went with the pork ribs, and they absolutely stole the show: tender, smoky, and incredibly delicious. The atmosphere is fun and friendly, with that authentic Texas charm and hospitality. Whether you're here for the food, the music, or just the vibe, Billy Bob's delivers. Definitely recommend stopping in if you're in Fort Worth and craving some solid Texas eats!
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Kate W.

Yelp
We went to Billy Bob's for a special work event where we rented out the space for a line dancing lesson. This was my first Billy Bob's experience since moving to Fort Worth and it wasn't quite like what I expected. Our dance instructor was good, but Billy Bob's had set up instruments on the stage, so it was impossible to actually see her. This made learning the steps pretty difficult, especially for those on the back of the dance floor. The dance floor was smaller than I expected and our group struggled to fit. I ended up having to leave after 2 dances because there just wasn't enough space. Overall, it was a fun night, but I wish Billy Bob's had made a few tweaks (like clearing the stage for the instructor) since we had reserved the space. I would like to come back for Ladies' Night and try dancing again because it is a fun atmosphere. I'll skip the food though, as I saw several really large roaches running around in the hour that we were there.
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Zachary S.

Yelp
I am a fan of music. Sonically, I'm all over the place. One night I'm at a rave, the other I'm going to a honky tonk. Living in Texas all my life, the country bug sneaks up on you. You listen to a little Tyler Childers and go, well, he's alright, and then four years in Lubbock, Texas and you're a Treaty Oak Revival super fan. Billy Bob's is the mecca of honky tonk in Texas. A chapel of Red Dirt. I can't line dance. I don't own a pair of boots. I can drink a Lone Star, though. After seeing Gavin Adcock smashing tables or Fred again.. dancing with his family after two nights at Dickies with an Aaron Watson song in the background, I wanted my moment at Billy Bob's. I was in Fort Worth for a work conference, and I made sure the task was clear. We must go to Billy Bob's. On a casual Wednesday, my team and I went. It was Ladies Night, so most got in free. There's so much history inside the walls. Signed handprint slabs, walls of photo pass and all-access stickers, and plenty of soul. My co-workers played a crazy high-level game of pool while I watched Texas Tech lose the first game of the WCWS to Texas tragically. We then watched people line dance to the classics as well as the Trolls version of "September," which was more confusing than anything else. This place is an oasis for music. I would love to see a show here, but even on a bar night, it's an excellent time. Long live William Robert's.
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Shannah H.

Yelp
I'm so glad I finally had a chance to come to Billy Bob's! The food was surprisingly good for a honky-tonk and the beer was cold. I didn't do any of the group line dancing, but snagged a table where I had a good view of the dancefloor. Waiting to order is a pain on a busy night, so keep that in mind if you're headed out.
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Andrew V.

Yelp
$4 cover on a Sunday afternoon. Probably good for hanging out and drinking at night. Food is not good. Service is meh. Cool spot to hang out I'm sure but not if you're just looking for a bite to eat. 3 meat plate was $30 and I ate about a 1/3 because I wasn't feeling it at all.
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JemuelnleAnne M.

Yelp
Coming here for an out of state family visit and stepped inside to look at the legendary Billy box entered after dinner with my children and our family at four because we decided to visit with children. We wanted to do family friendly things so we venture to take a family photo upon approaching the booth unable to hear the young lady if you want to call her that we were greeted with hateful speech, verbal assault, and told to get the hell out of her booth, this was uncalled for unnecessary and then upon trying to reach management we were told the booth is an outside vendor nonetheless, it is representative of the famous Billy Bob's I encourage you not to spend a dime here. Do not bring your families. Do not patronize the Photo Booth customer service is everything management was unavailable. She assaulted us with curse words in front of our 210-year-old. Children
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Ken M.

Yelp
This is the Disneyland of honky-tonks. The square footage is incredible. The interior design provides a classic country-western aesthetic. There are lots of pool tables. The entire place is lined with bars. There is a diner on one side, and a pizza kitchen on the other. Their burgers have a fantastic char-grilled flavor. There is a place to get your picture taken on a lookalike bull, as well as a large gift store During my first visit, on a Friday night, I got to witness live bull riding in the indoor barn. On the concert stage, live music by Creed Fisher started off with the national anthem played by rock guitar. On the dance floor, I two-stepped with girls from Dallas, Kansas City, and Maine. The next day, I returned at lunchtime for the two line dance lessons, than purchased some souvenir gear from the gift store.
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Jon S.

Yelp
The band sorta ruined it. There I said it. My first time in a true Texas setting. And this is and should be the place. Staff was friendly, people were attractive and in good spirits, spacious, clean bathrooms, pool tables, gift store, well air-conditioned, and lots to offer. I loved taking it all in. But then the live band started playing. Slow, long periods of each member vamping and soloing, all originals (which is ok if I had something to tap my foot and nod my head to), very little people on the dance floor. My friends and I tried to do some line dancing, and it felt like the dancing was doing double-time to the band's tempo. The band itself definitely had talent. Vocals were on point. But there was little to no energy and nothing upbeat in this massive establishment. We stayed pretty long. Hoping the band would kick it into fifth gear. But nope. We still had a good time with conversations and I would love to visit here again.
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Laura G.

Yelp
House band was terrible. Played all originals. No covers. Never heard of the songs. No one on the dance floor. Lame. Did like the bbq food place and the prices were so much more reasonable than the bar. Our bar tab for 4 us drinking mostly beer was $200 + tip for the night.
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Melissa V.

Yelp
I can't remember the last time I was here. However, my cousin wanted me to join her for a concert so I did! I had such a great time! There was lots to see! First of all, they have a friendly staff. A male Cowboy showed us where to go and a female Cowgirl said, Y'all enjoy! It's the southern hospitality that gets me every time and never gets old! Billy Bob's has a Gift shop, a Mechanical Bull, a BBQ concession, a Pizza Concession and has the best Popcorn for $3.00! You can buy a drink and get free refills too! They also have several large bars. Our Waitress came around several times to check on us. The Restrooms have been remodeled and there are many stalls. The temperature is just right and they have two Dance floors! The sound system is stellar too! It's just the right volume. You are able to hear the person next to you. Thank you Billy Bob's for having David Lee Garza and Bobby Pulido Perform. I truly enjoyed their performances. So, gather all your friends and head to Billy Bob's and experience this great venue!
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Mary A.

Yelp
We were excited to visit Billy Bob's while visiting the Stockyards. It is HUGE! We really felt lost and didn't really get our bearings and understand the different areas. It would be nice to visit with someone who is familiar with the bar. I enjoyed walking around to the different areas and seeing all of the handprints from different artists. I am glad we visited but don't know that I would go back. No real interaction with any staff. I asked a couple of questions and no one seemed very interested in assisting us.
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Angela Q.

Yelp
Who knew Billy Bobs had conference space for business meetings and presentations? Well, they do. We had a meeting for about 15 people over 2 days in their conference room. The room was dark but sufficient for our needs. We had sandwiches and chips for lunch one day and breakfast and lunch the second day. The food was actually good. We had turkey sub sandwiches and later on, a popcorn and cookie snack time. The snickerdoodle cookies were good and soft like pillows. The next morning we had eggs, potatoes, gravy, and bacon along with fruit. For lunch, we had pulled pork and brisket sandwiches, beans and Cole slaw with banana pudding for dessert. You had to order soft drinks, guess we didn't request with our package but the pink lemonade was delicious. I drank an abundance of it over the two days there. They had a beautiful wall of mounted game and many photo opportunities throughout the facility. Lots of county western memorabilia. It is my understanding the place really came alive at night too for the nightclub scene.
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Kate B.

Yelp
Debated leaving a review but the customer service here really hurt my feelings, and I felt was unnecessarily rude and condescending. My work rented out this venue for our annual meeting. I ordered a Shirley Temple, and specified "with ginger ale." The male bartender was condescending and rude, saying, "Do you KNOW what's even in a Shirley temple?" Yes, it's ginger ale, grenadine, and a cherry. "No, it's Sprite and grenadine and a lime." I disagreed and he pushed, "I've been a bartender for 40+ years and owned X amount of bars, I think I know what a Shirley Temple is sweetheart. Next time order a ginger ale with grenadine." And then served my drink in a styrofoam cup instead of a normal glass like everyone else, which to me felt like a way to make me feel infantilized. To the bartender --there are regional differences in how a modern day Shirley Temple is made. Some regions favor Sprite, but the North East (where I am from) favors the original historic recipe, which uses Ginger Ale. I specified this to try to make your job easier, so not sure why you grabbed this as an opportunity to be a condescending douchebag. The Shirley Temple was invented in the 1930s, Sprite came out in the late 1950s, so despite your forty years of bartending experience you are making it incorrectly, (sweetheart). Maybe get off your high horse and focus more on customer service, you genuinely ruined my evening for no reason. I don't recommend this establishment, definitely had a churn and burn mentality. The other bartenders were just as rude, with less verbal interaction.
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Delaney S.

Yelp
I stopped in mid afternoon on a Thursday. I was a little surprised that we were charged to even enter. I believe it was $3 a person, but kinda weird since you have to pay for drinks and everything else once inside. Inside, it was pretty empty at this time of day. We were able to walk up to the bar and get served drinks right away. It would have been better if there was louder music playing because it felt SO quiet, especially because the building is extremely large and not many people were in there. The building has a lot of things inside for entertainment. A stage where performances would be, a restaurant, pool tables, and a photo op area for old-time bull photographs. I also noticed that there is an area for bull riding in the back. There is a gift shop to get some merch while visiting too.
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Scott Z.

Yelp
My family and I recently visited Billy Bob's Texas in Fort Worth, and while we enjoyed parts of the experience, there were some drawbacks. The food was decent--solid but not exceptional for the price. However, I was disappointed by the $4 cover charge per person to enter the venue. For our family of four, this added an unexpected $16 to our bill before we even sat down to eat. Combined with the $100 we spent on lunch (excluding tip), the overall cost felt steep for what we received.
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Janice O.

Yelp
If you have a group that wants to have a good time, then this is the place. Concerts, line dancing, games, drinks and food. Everyone I encountered were nice and there is no pressure to do anything. Watch and eat and join in. And because you're in the Stockyards, there are numerous stores close by. A few people in my group of 55 went boot shopping. Definitely recommend coming here.
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beth h.

Yelp
First time at Billy Bob's while in Ft Worth. It is massive! Definitely a once see but not too sure I would need to frequent this place. We saw a band & got tickets so we were seated at a long communal table. The atmosphere is very dimly lit & chilly so definitely be sure to bring a light jacket. I run hot so I did not mind but people I was with did. I hesitate to say service at the table was a little slow because it is really big. I know our server did the best she could. I am only writing about it to forewarn people. If I went back, I would definitely pay up & get a seat on the floor!
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Ray V.

Yelp
What a blast this place was! Been here a few times in the Ft. Worth area and the Stockyards is a must. Can't come to the Stockyards and not swing into Billy Bob's. Lots of things to explore and experience here. Catch yourself some bull riding, a show or concert, play some games, get some food and drinks... check out the gift shop, the works. We always come here with a group of friends, to just grab some drinks and some ciao and hang out and visit. It's a perfect place in atmosphere for that. I would love to catch a mini concert here someday. I will make it happen. Until then Billy Bob's, enjoy & Happy Stockyarding!
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Michelle A.

Yelp
This place is a money grab. $10 parking and $4 each to get in to eat lunch and walk around. We ate lunch. The food was delicious and flavorful. You order at the counter and they bring it to your table. I ordered sliced brisket, bacon potato salad and fried okra. This was $18. They don't skimp on portion sizes and I brought most of it back to the motel. Walked around a little and stopped at gift shop. I bought an enamel pin and sticker. We went to rodeo and walked back to our car and the neon signs were cool at night. Long lines to get in. Obviously printing money. Review 3 in 3025.
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Lily M.

Yelp
Billy Bobs is a Fort Worth staple. We came here for a Toadies concert as we seem to do every year. I like that there is a lot to do inside Billy Bobs. There is a lot of food options in their Honky Tonk Kitchen, as well as some really tasty pizza. We got to see some bull riding, and take some fun pictures. The bull riding is $4 a person, and is cash only. The bartenders are always super nice here. I love the cowgirl/ cowboy vibes the ambience gives and is always a pleasure to visit for a nice night out for drinks in Cowtown.

whitney l.

Yelp
I came to Billy Bob's for line dancing and to spend time with my younger sisters, who I rarely get to see since I live 12 hours away. I waited in line, bought a ticket, and only after entering was I told I needed to show ID. I had no intention of drinking and just asked to be marked as a minor, but the staff member was rude and refused to accommodate. What made it worse was watching others walk in after me without being asked for ID simply because they "looked" over 21. There were no visible signs at the entrance or on the website indicating that an ID was required just to enter. Additionally, I witnessed staff harassing minors who were simply trying to use the bathroom while waiting for their parents, and parents were being scolded for stepping onto the dance floor--even when trying to follow the rule about staying within arm's reach of their kids. If Billy Bob's wants to continue running line dancing events in a bar setting, they need to reconsider how they handle minors and clearly communicate policies beforehand. The experience was frustrating and unnecessarily hostile.
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Samantha D.

Yelp
Enjoys playin pool and the indoor bull riding and concert.. but I will say the drinks are not strong. I had 2 doubles and felt nothing and normally that would have enough for me. I'm not a heavy drinker. They have a lot of food variety pizza dessert and burgers.
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Martin C.

Yelp
Billy Bob's classic "Texas Honky Tonk" Kool venue for country music, a bit crowded but easy to get around the 120,000 sq ft. space. Bar food available but we come for the music and booze. Plenty of bars to keep everyone happy. Best described as a dive bar with room for 6,000 fans. Indoor Bull Riding Friday & Saturday. Recommend floor tickets with seats at a table. Parking available close by for $20.
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Crys T.

Yelp
One of my all time fav venues in Ft Worth. Go see the amateur rodeo, walk through the mini museum and see what stars have played there, or jump on any one of their huge dance floors. Word to the wise: do not take your drink out on the floor. You will be escorted off. The security is top notch and does not play. As a female, I appreciate their attention to detail.
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Nisha B.

Yelp
Chill spot .$6 to get in on a Thursday night. Sort of like an arcade hall, bar, and dance place. The building was big. Teams were also playing volleyball. Nothing but good ole' country music. There was a live band playing that night also.
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Robbie T.

Yelp
The place was crowded even for a mid weekday ands very small dance floor. The servers have off what felt like " business " vibe. We haven't tried the food yet but maybe one day we'll go back one day and try it, we'll see.
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Peter I.

Yelp
Billy Bob's is not just a club, its a city made for fun. We got the chance to go and see our bud Drake Milligan perform NYE and we had the best time. No bull riding because of the show, but sold out and crazy. Food and drinks were not only very reasonable, but delicious. The other thing I noticed was how family friendly it was. Plus servers everywhere so no long lines and table service when needed. All in all a great night and a bucket list spot.

Hagen B.

Yelp
Went with a large group of friends and our girlfriends wanted to take photos of riding the bull. As they were taking the photo that THEY PAID FOR a lady asked us to move. We did and moved further down but wanted to be close to our girlfriends since the bar was EXTREMELY PACKED AND we already had other older creepy guys hitting on them. The lady didn't like that apparently and had security kick us out. We asked security why they were kicking us out and they had no idea. We told them we need to tell our girlfriends that we were made to leave and said nope get the hell out. Another woman employee threatened us when we were trying to go to the ticket office to get a refund AFTER THE SECURITY OFFICER TOLD US TO GO THERE TO GET A REFUND. Luckily, we weren't holding our girlfriends' phones and we were able to call them to tell them to leave with us. WILL NEVER BE BACK. WAY TOO CROWDED AND THE STAFF GIVES ZERO CARE ABOUT THEIR PATRONS. WE FOLLOWED ALL DIRECTIONS THEY GAVE US. I spent over $300 dollars between drinks and tickets and would rather go anywhere else than this shady establishment.
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John T.

Yelp
Amazing food and entertainment. The manager Kurt assisted us with recommendations and gave a great first experience. We will definitely comeback when we visit again. The ambience was great with country line, dancing, good entertainment, and music. Brisket was the best. Burrito bowl was great because you get to pick your proteins. The prices were affordable.
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Alan S.

Yelp
This place is very much a spectacle design for tourists but clearly serve some locals as well. I was here with the large group, who had catered food with an open bar in a private room, so I didn't really get the normal experience here. I didn't drink or eat anything other than some iced tea, which was just right, so I can only really review the atmosphere. I appreciated the large parking lot across the street with free parking Monday through Thursday since I was there on a Thursday night. Even caught a golf cart that drove me over to the front door of the place. There's a lot of history in this building, from the bedazzled saddle hanging like a disco ball over the dance floor to the museum like display of infographics and autograph guitars. Excluding the room I was in where I was one of the younger people surrounded by mostly 45 plus year olds, when I walked out towards the dance floor I immediately felt like one of the oldest people in the place. 18 to 25-year-old co-eds dominated as far as the eye could see. I enjoyed the experience
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Rachel V.

Yelp
Huge venue inside. Sadly I visited on an evening when there wasn't a band playing. But being inside, seeing all the famous handprints, made me want to stick around town just to see any dang band play here. I wanted to hear the acoustics. Feel the music! And the night scene outside must be off the hook when there's a band because there's so much to see (and drink) when you walk around nearby. It was even bustling on an off night. Billy Bobs is unique and I'm glad I was able to stop in. The bartenders are friendly and quick. And all the other employees were welcoming and helpful. It felt good. Great atmosphere!
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Andrea R.

Yelp
It's like Disney World for country fans! Whatever you do, do NOT tell your friends to meet you at the bar bc there are about 15 of them. Music, concerts, dance floors, indoor rodeo, what's not to like? Bar service was good but it wasn't crowded when we were there so your mileage may vary.
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Journey M.

Yelp
The world's largest honky tonk...complete with TWO stages, an indoor bull riding arena, several bars, a gift shop, and food??? Had some beers and some bbq, and though it was a Saturday afternoon and not very crowded, it was fun to go and see. They've had many legendary performers, and it's cool to see how they have commemorated that history. I don't know how to line dance and I'm not very into country music, but I had to come and check it out and it was very much worth it! They have live professional bull riding performances every Friday & Saturday night at 8:30 & 9:30pm. Admission is $6.00 cash, at the arena. Outdoors, there is a cute little stable where you can see people riding horses around!
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Paul G.

Yelp
I came here to attend Cater BloodCare's donors appreciation event and I was pleasantly surprised to say the least. The place was nicely air conditioned and was overall quite pleasant. The BBQ buffet was the shocker as it was really quite good. The potato salad was some of the best I've tried. The sausage was really smoky and a pleasant shock to my palete. The chicken was also very tasty, and I was not expecting such fine quality food based on the reviews I've read, but if you're craving for some great Texas BBQ, do give this place a try.
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Vlad V.

Yelp
On my most recent trip to Fort Worth, I visited the iconic Billy Bob's Texas in the Fort Worth Stockyards. The largest honky tonk in the world, we checked it out for a concert on a Friday evening. We parked at one of the paid lots close to the country bar. Billy Bob's has been around forever. Pretty much all of the country legends, and even folks like B.B. King, have played here. Garth Brooks played here when he was first starting out for pennies on the dollar. One of the things that will first stand out is how large Billy Bob's is. So many areas to explore. There's a wall of fame with handprints of all of the stars who have performed at Billy Bob's. There's a gift shop. Bars and bars and bars as far as the eye can see. Multiple food areas serving BBQ and more. A dance floor for two-stepping. A stage for live music. And plenty of seating. I had a great experience and enjoyed soaking it all in. Really the only thing I didn't like is not their fault. I have never seen so many mullets in my life. It shocked me. Looks like mullets are in right now with the youngn's. Pretty incredible and scary at the same time.
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Rob M.

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Cool place to visit just to see all the handprints of various performers throughout the years, but pretty dead if no concert is happening. You can line dance on a pretty much empty floor, but with a sparse crowd there wasn't enough drink stations/servers.
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Dani S.

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Fun place to spend a few hours. Came here on our recent trip since it's one of the most famous honky tonk, had to check it out. They do charge a $5 entrance fee even when there's nothing going on. The place is huge, there's multiple dance floors and lots of bars to get drinks. There's also pool tables. We played a round of pool and grab a drink. Prices are reasonable. The wall of hands was super cool to see, that's probably the best part of this place. I would come back in the evening to dance the night away.
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Ron L.

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Billy Bob's Honky Tonk is Texas' version of Disneyland. I don't know how many people come to DFW just to visit Billy Bob's. But it's got nearly everything you'd expect in such a place, a lot of it, is very popular among both tourists and locals, and is quite expensive. The major difference between Billy Bob's and Disneyland is this: The Mouse Kingdom is pretty small, only 65 acres, so the compact layout makes it quick to get from one end of the park to the other. In contrast, Billy Bob's markets itself as "the world's largest honky tonk", and it looks the part. When you first walk in, you feel like you can get lost in here. Indeed, when it's time to leave, it can be difficult to find the exit. You can drink. You can dance on two dance floors. You can watch a concert. You can drink. You can view the cement hand prints on the wall, just like in Hollywood. You can eat. You can drink. You can play pool. You can get your photo taken on a mechanical bull. You can ride a mechanical bull. You can drink. You can even watch a real bull riding competition. Did I mention that you can drink? You can also have a nice, quiet dinner with the love of your life, but that needs to be before 6pm when there are no crowds. There are also a few rooms that are more private if you have a company event to hold. I had a Cowboy Cubano sandwich and Coke, the sandwiches come with drinks, and it came out to nearly $20, roughly 40% more than at other places, and that was on top of the $3 cover charge for coming in a little early (remember what I wrote about expensive?). The food was very good, and the fries did the unusual accomplishment of having tasty spice without needing ketchup (I'm hard to please with fries). As a dancer, I went to the lessons on Wednesday night. I expected line dancing, and that's what I got. I did not expect ONLY line dancing. Although I maintain my hate for country music, I would have gone out there with a girl who's fine enjoying a song with a stranger on the dance floor. The cowgirls were there, including those wearing rhinestone-covered boots and leather pants and big hair. But for nearly an hour after the lessons, there were only four times I saw a couple out there doing their own thing. And line dancing is about knowing the choreography for that specific song, not thinking up your own choreography and giving your partner a great time. Billy Bob's on Wednesday does not look to be as busy as Billy Bob's on Friday or Saturday. I saw lots of people there having a good time with each other, some large groups and some couples. And, naturally, lots of drinks. Bottom line: The Fort Worth Stockyards is the heart of Fort Worth, and if you're there at the right time of night and want to see why everything's big in Texas, Billy Bob's Honky Tonk is only a few carless blocks away from the center of activity on Exchange Street. And it's no Mickey Mouse operation.

Colleen M.

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I was really looking forward to a great night at Billy Bob's for the Cooper Alan concert, but the experience left a bad taste in my mouth. We drove all the way up from Austin, bought six tickets plus four VIP tickets, and even got two buckets of beer to enjoy the show. Everything was going great--Cooper Alan put on an amazing performance--but things took a turn when my husband and I started dancing to our wedding song. Apparently, that was a problem because we got in trouble for it. Seriously? In a place that calls itself the "world's largest honky tonk," you'd think dancing would be encouraged. Instead, we were stopped and made to feel unwelcome for simply enjoying a special moment. For the amount of money we spent, we expected a fun, laid-back night, not to be policed for dancing at a country concert. The venue itself is iconic, and I wanted to love it, but this experience makes me rethink coming back.
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Brian M.

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Had a great time here! The staff were all friendly. I had some good food, and great drinks. I enjoyed the music they had that night. And it's simply an authentic and original dive bar! It's the real deal. If you go, you'll have fun!
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Chad H.

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I wasn't sure what this place was when we walked in. We had just arrived in Texas and I had been wanting some BBQ! We found ourselves in the area and thought we'd give it a try. The cover charge was lame, $3 and for no reason. There wasn't anything going on. No live music or anything. $3 just to walk into the place. I know it's not much but it was more the principal. There were a bunch of pool tables but they were $2 a game. So on top of the cover charge you also have to pay to play. Whatever. We walked down to the restaurant and got some food. At this point I had pretty low expectations. I knew this wasn't one of the BBQ monthly places to eat so I wasn't expecting that level of bbq. I was actually pleasantly surprised. The sausage was awesome. The brisket was over cooked so it was a bit pot roast tasting, but it actually had good flavor.
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Jeffrey C.

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I heard everything was big in Texas. This place is the epitome of big. 100,000 sqft. 30 bar stations. Everything from BBQ to pizza. Even a bull riding ring: If you have a super large party this is the place to come. Food is decent but nothing to get that excited over. Come in the afternoon and learn how to line dance!
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Felix D.

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Billy Bobs is a great place to kick back and get your honky tonk on. Place is Texas large. Bars and food everywhere. Live Country concert, which was awesome. We stuck to the bar where the service was incredible. Spent 4 hours here. Loved every minute. I've always loved Red River in Dallas, this was up there in comparison.
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Ellen C.

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I definitely see why Billy Bob's was considered famous here in Fort Worth. The atmosphere is super Texan. The place featured a variety of arcade games, pool tables, and even a professional bull-riding show for $6. There were various bars and a restaurant inside as well. My margarita was super yummy. We ordered food at the venue next door at the 81 club which was rented out for an event. It was all so so yummy. The brisket was super tender, it almost melted in your mouth. The chicken was smoky. The coleslaw wasn't too sweet. The potato salad was super delicious. The bun served as a nice complement to everything. The peach cobbler was also super yummy, featuring a layer of sugar on top and a delicious crust at the bottom. There was live country music and a dance floor as well. Overall, we really enjoyed our experience - we truly felt like we were in Texas!
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Sarah W.

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One of the largest honky Tonks and an institution in DFW, it's worth checking out just to say you did. This place is HUGE. There are multiple bars, a large dance floor and stage, a gift shop, bull riding, pool tables, and they serve food. I was able to catch a concert and the live music was great. Drinks are a little pricey but I guess that's to be expected for such a large venue. Adults of all ages were there and it seems like a great low key hang out spot for both locals and tourists.
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Elizabeth W.

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The food was really good. I love that they have line dancing lessons for newcomers I only wish the dance floor was a little bigger and also that there was someway I could see the instructor better during the lessons. Other than that this place is honestly so much fun! I had a blast!!!
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John F.

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Went to Billy Bob's on a Wednesday Night in mid-summer. It was "ladies night" so it was free admission for the girls. I would say it works, because at least on this night, it was at least 2-1 females. That's not saying there weren't men there.... There was, and it didn't take long for a few to make their moves on the girls in our group! I'm pretty sure this was the biggest bar I've ever been in, so it takes all lot of people to make it seem busy. With that said, the dance floor did get pretty packed when the right songs were playing. Otherwise, it wasn't to populated in any other part of the establishment. The big let down, the place closed at 11pm? I was pretty surprised that last call came at about 10:15. Weird!!! Was expecting more, but it was cool to see as a tourist. Would have liked to been there on a weekend, or when a popular band is playing.
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Arlene R.

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This place is like an adult arcade or Chuck E. Cheese! Let me explain.... Dance floor to do you boot scooting.... Pool tables... Concert venue.... Food... Drinks... Bull Riding... ALL things country! Great place to go have fun to take visitors!
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Monica S.

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Famous Billy Bob's! Huge establishment with a little bit of everything. We were there on a Saturday afternoon to have a drink and play some pool. Wasn't crowded and plenty of room to move about freely. Not sure how it would be in the evening or even during a concert. As big as it is, you could see it getting uncomfortably crowded. Plenty of bathroom stalls and even pictures on a bull. Paid of course! Near the exit is the the wall of hands. A little bit of everything!