Parliament

As I grow older, I've come to appreciate high-end cocktail bars more and more — they truly are the move! The staff is incredibly friendly, making every visit feel welcoming. The drinks are nothing short of amazing, carefully crafted with the finest ingredients. The atmosphere is sophisticated and classy, providing the perfect setting for a night out. Come for a top-notch drink, and stay for the friendships and unforgettable experiences you'll find along the way.

Always a good time here at this neighborhood bar. The drinks are great, but the patrons are what truly make this bar a gem. It can get packed in here at times, but if you can grab a table that always adds to the allure.

Love the vibe, drinks, and service here. Went for happy hour and couldn’t have asked for better service or drinks. I can’t wait to come back! Peach Smash with vodka is my new favorite drink, but all of their other drinks were wonderful as well.

Gorgeous set up, like a speakeasy. Small quaint place. I started with one of their signature mules, quite delicious with an exceptional amount of mint leaves at the top for presentation means. Then was the yakuza, a spin on an old fashioned. Definitely strong and full of flavor. Finally I finished with the espresso self they have, my favorite as I am a fan of white Russians. Extremely dark place so be advised. The staff was on point. Great service and attentive people. Enjoyed the different vibes from speakeasy to a hideaway in Japan. I enjoyed myself. Will be back when in dallas. Overall 4 stars.

It was my first time at this bar , I went based on a friend’s recommendation. The atmosphere was amazing. The staff were very professional, especially our server Victoria, who was absolutely wonderful. She was very attentive , kind,friendly, and professional at the same time. It was my first visit, and I loved it. This place will be my favorite spot from now on. The cocktails were fantastic.

5 STARS! My fiancé and I were visiting from Los Angeles and wanted some after dinner drinks. HOLY SMOKES THIS PLACE RULES! The cocktail menu was very interesting and refreshing and man oh man did the drinks rock. Our bartender Austin was EXCELLENT and we are so sad to leave him. He was great to talk to and made us off menu drinks 90% of the time and they were fantastic. We will miss this!! The ambience, the cocktails, and the service was superb. If we are ever in town we will definitely return.

An upscale casual Bar. The drinks were delicious and the servers were amazing even though we were a large party and it was very crowded. If you are looking for something with a non pretentious vibe and having truly crafted cocktails , this is your place.

Cool small bar, loved the look and vibe. Lots of cocktail choices and happy hour specials. It was really busy when we got there standing room only. We got lucky and found a chair at the end of the bar and enjoyed a few more cocktails.

Perfect bar for people under 50 but out of college! The patio has space and the waitstaff continuously come out to serve and serve fast. THE DRINKS ARE INCREDIBLE and about $15 each, so pretty standard for a bar down here. Parking nearby isn't bad. M-W use the MAA parking garage nearby for a 4 minute walk. Live music on Saturdays which is always changing and always an absolute vibe. There is a minor dress code, just don't wear shorts or a T-shirt man, it's a nice place. I will be back for many more date nights to come. Favorite Dallas bar so far.

Great spot for a drink. Very crowded inside during prime time. The drinks are pretty good though and the people are chill. Really enjoyed the live music Saturday night with the violinist and trombonist (I think, could have been a trumpet but it was dark and I wasn't totally sober!)

Best cocktail bar in town. Cool and moody ambiance with amazing bartenders and guaranteed delicious drinks. Always a great time!

Came here before dinner for happy hour and had a sweet time! The happy hour deals are amazing and this place is busy and buzzing! I highly recommend the garden gimlet. The bartenders and staff here are also all wonderfully helpful and kind

Nice neighborhood bar. You're greeted by a lengthy list of dos and don'ts for the dress code. Might want to check that first before heading over. The inside was dimly lit. Rich dark woods, tufted benches and a wall to wall fully stocked bar. It's definitely a vibe. I felt comfortable and welcomed. I could have sat several hours chatting and sipping. The staff was friendly and chatty. Creative cocktails and a great variety of alcohol. Definitely visiting again.

OK, this has got to be one of my favorite cocktail bars I've ever been to, definitely in top five or top 10. I was so happy I went to the spot after a bartender had recommended it. They make the best drinks and each one has a whole presentation to it. The bartenders are super friendly and make you feel really welcome. They even gave us free shots that came in this little treasure chest and when you open it up and it's smoky inside. It was just a whole vibe! Also, to top it off the music they were playing was so on point. The spot has such a cute, cozy vibe. It is a bit small but it's intimate and overall had a great time. I would definitely come back here when I'm in Dallas next time.

My husband and I decided to check out Parliament, a cute little speakeasy in downtown Dallas. The atmosphere was reminiscent of classic speakeasies - dark, hidden, and mysterious. The décor was relaxed and chill. Austin, our bartender, was amazing. He even hooked us up with a special mescal cocktail! We love a good speak easy and will definitely come back.

Best cocktails in DFW if you ask me! It gets busy quickly so I suggest going when they open and getting a spot at the bar.

The bar is really nice. They had a live band on Saturday. Saxophonist even walked around outside to play for patrons which was really nice. Watching the bartenders create these drinks! Like amazing. Quaint and beautiful bar.

Chris the bartender is awesome.. great service with a smile. Love the details in this establishment. From the chandelier to the sexy red lighting.

$7 cocktails until late evenings, on Mondays or when it rains?! Absolutely!!!! Craft cocktails that are well made and high quality?! Absolutely! Great service and super cute uptown gem?! Absolutely! We. Had. A. Blast! Seating is limited so it IS 1st come 1st service. There is outside seating but bc it was a cool rainy night, most patrons were inside. The area is small and they do not service any food or snacks so either eat before you go OR have a few cocktails before dinner. It is located in the heart of uptown situated in a residential area so be cognizant of that as far as parking. Again, the space is very limited but it's such a good time. Definitely perfect for a girls night out or a nightcap. It's even solo date friendly :). Check it out!

Champagne Punch, Dragonfly, Lululemon, Flower Child This is such a cute place! Little bar area with tables and very low couches. Super friendly servers. The champagne Punch was my favorite. It was such a cute drink with the berries and the twisty straw. The berries were actually fresh and yummy, the drink itself fruity and good. Dragonfly was good but a little more on the bitter side. Lululemon fruity and strong. Flower Child comes with popping boba, which was kind of fun

No parking and the drink was spilled. Speakeasy vibes and small. No bar bites, vast happy hour menu.

Fun, bustling spot for a drink at anytime of night. Not a ton of seating so be prepared to stand. Great for a quick drink before heading to another bar.

Got some amazing lemon drops and espresso martinis last night. The bartenders know how to make a good drinks. The atmosphere gives very chill vibes.

Stopped by on a busy Saturday night after dinner one night. It was a packed house and very dark inside, I'm amazed that a cocktail waitress saw us and got our order down within a couple minutes of walking in (again, very packed house). The menu is a whole book of cocktails(literally) but I love it! I ordered the Lululemon (vodka cocktail) and my friend ordered the El Chapo. The Lululemon was refreshing although I wish I tasted the coconut more! Definitely want to come back on a weekday and try other drinks.

So glad we made it a point to visit during our first trip to Dallas! When I saw the Ramos fizz on the menu, I had a hunch it would be excellent and it did not disappoint. My husband appreciated the happy hour deals (even on a Saturday) and had an old fashioned. Service was prompt and it was busy, so we sat outside (covered patio with heaters). We would come back here again.

I have been to parliament so many times. Absolutely one of my top 3 bars in Dallas. Their HH is SO good. Who does HH until 8pm?? PARLIAMENT! They also have HH if it's raining!The drinks are so strong at such a great price point. I've tried multiple drinks on their HH menu (love the bees knees, its my favorite!) and the Banksy. All very good drinks. This place is small inside but they also have a patio. I imagine it gets packed on the weekends but I've only ever gone for HH during the week. My suggestion is to get there right at 5pm when it opens. It usually starts filling up around 6/6:30pm. The last time I went, I went with 3 friends to celebrate a birthday and the bartender surprised us with shots! 10/10 love this place

Amazing happy hour! I would highly recommend the Garden Gimlet ($6) at happy hour 5-8pm. You're welcome

My boyfriend and I came here for a drink and had such a nice time. I love how dark and moody the space is and all of the bartenders are super talented and professional. Drinks were great too! :)

This is a 5 star cocktail place. With moody vibes, amazing drinks, and the kindest bartenders you'll meat. Our group tried 5 different cocktails total and the bar did not miss with the flavors and creativity. We tried The Snowblower, Ranch Water, Hydro-Tonic, Champagne Punch, and the Lululemon. Get there early because this bar fills up quick, for good reason!

Very quaint and cozy establishment! It's not as big so me mindful of that when stopping by. Regardless of being seated or not there are still severs that are attentive and come around. The drinks were really good and cute!

A nice starter bar to get the night going. Cute for a first date or girls night. Small and narrow but mighty. Limited seating but seats open up over time. As a non drinker the mocktail was hitting!! Lol not sure what it was but I asked and they delivered! My friend enjoyed the blackberry sage collins Overall: This place is busy therefore I wouldn't suggest leaving your card on file. The bartender accidentally gave us someone else's card, we returned it and then they misplaced it (not sure if it was found) If you enjoy social drinking and trying different kinds of drinks; check it out!

This place is popular. I can see why as they make fantastic cocktails. Such a wonderful selection of cocktails and neat pours. Will have to be back. Be prepared for a show with your cocktail too!

A great place to grab drinks or nice cocktail and hang out with friends. It does get crowded on the weekends but if you wait a bit you can definitely snag a spot. There's a few outdoor seats as well as indoor ones. The cocktails were all around $13-$15. The bartender spent lots of time crafting the drinks despite it being so busy! Would definitely come back here and really enjoyed this place.

Had food poisoning TWICE at this place from contaminated drinks. They don't have a kitchen and apparently weren't refrigerating liquids such as juices. If I wasn't sure the first time, I certainly was after the second episode. Vodka cranberry smelled like ammonia and rotten eggs. Also found their bartenders to be rude.

Service was top notch. George and Lauren were amazing. The mocktails I had were delicious and the presentation 11/10. The place is moody and intimate.

The best happy hour in Dallas, hands down! It's one thing to have drink specials, but these are HAND CRAFTED cocktails, which is on a whole other level. I tried a variety of cocktails, here's my ranking: 1. Garden Gimlet : a gin based cocktail with ginger and lime, so refreshing! It was my fave. 2. French 75 : a true classic, can't go wrong with ordering it. So yummy! 3. Old Fashioned : another classic, super strong & delicious 4. Bee's Knees : I loved the hints of honey and how it lingered, really yummy. 5. Peach Smash : Least favorite, but it was still really good! Loved all the mint. You can't go wrong. One of my fave places. Highly recommend. @MissMo2323

Diverse crowd. I've been 2 times. I would've left this review earlier, but unbeknownst to me during my visit, the establishment was under public fire due to alleged racism/unfair treatment of a guest. (Do your research and make your own decision) Dress code was posted at the door on a sign. First time visiting, there was someone at the door checking dress code and ID. Second time visiting, no one was there. Arrival time: I suggest arriving before 5:30 for the best seating. They open @ 5. Parking: I used to circle several times looking for parallel parking on the side, but now I simply park in the garage next to the restaurant State & Allen on the same street. It's a short walk. Some parking on adjacent streets is for the living areas only. Be mindful. I've seen people park in the parking space outside of state and Allen and go to Parliament and not get towed, but I didn't and wouldn't chance it. Waitress: they're always pretty chill. I've seen only one work the full bar when I've been. Gratuity: automatic 20% on each bill, no matter the party size. Seating: limited. Option 1: the bar top. I've yet to sit here, but I would prefer it. Maybe 10 seats around the u-shaped bar. 3 or so bar tenders. Option 2: seating on the side. It's very low. My second visit, I sat here. The style is a "wrap the wall" community booth, with individual tables spaced out along the wall. You will have a separate chair or two for your section. I felt a little close to the party beside me when they arrived. There's like 3 of these seating opportunities on each side of the restaurant. Some tables had "reserved" signage. Larger groups only. Option 3: patio. It's covered, and on nice days, I could see it being a vibe. Several people walk by, so if you're discreet, avoid. Option 4: The first time I visited, all indoor seating was taken, so I sat alongside the front wall at the small bar like table --it seats maybe 4 people from what I remember ? Very narrow ledge like table top. You wouldn't be able to sit much on it (see picture). Drinks: yes. Yes. And yes. They pride themselves on the craft of cocktail making. The garnish game is on point. The prices? On point. The all day Monday, and every time it rains, and daily 5-8 pm happy hour? On point. Peach smash was decent for the bourbon drinkers. I don't recall the name of the reddish berry drink in the photo of this review, but I wouldn't reorder. It was $15, and not on happy hour. Not sweet. I just saw someone order it and liked the way it looked. My mom had a strawberry mojito ($15). She likes hers sweet, and requested it sweet, but it still wasn't sweet enough, so she ordered simple syrup on the side. I recommend requesting the exact ounce you want of simple syrup if you like drinks sweet. "One ounce of simple syrup. One ounce of strawberry puree" as an example. I also had the mai tai, which I would reorder. I had the old fashion which was $7 (so cheap) and one of the better old fashions I've had. It was a vibe. Very low key.

A very low key place to have a few drinks, maybe as a "pre-game" before you go somewhere else. They have nice happy hour selections. I had a Mai Tai, Bee Knees and Dallas Blonde beer. I didn't really care for the Peach Smash, I think it was because of the mint. The Mai Tai and beer was good. One thing that I don't like is that they do not serve food. Either eat before or find a place afterwards. It is very dark inside and also small. There is seating outside as well but of course, the weather has to be just right. The bar is located within a neighborhood with a few other restaurants so you will have to find parking along the streets.

Great drinks! Great atmosphere! It's on the smaller side but they do have a patio. Parking was easy to find. We parked in the structure for free. Happy hour is great too. The service is wonderful. We had to stand outside because it was full inside, we got there around 5pm and it all of the tables were taken. There was heaters in the patio so that was not an issue. Cool little spot for after work drinks with friends.

Parliament had great vibes and great drinks. I would say that come prepared with trying to secure a seat. I got lucky when coming here that somebody got up and just offered their table to us. If not, we were really thinking about how we were going to secure because it was so packed and it was a weekday. The servers were really nice, especially the pregnant one. The one bad thing was that they charged us for one drink that we never got which is why I'm knocking off two stars.

I love the bar setting and the dim lighting to set the mood during an intimate conversation over amazing drinks. I do recommend to rsvp ahead of time as their sitting areas inside the bar is typically small but they do have patio seating.

I REALLY liked this bar until I checked my receipt the next day and SURPRISE! They charge automatic gratuity for even small parties. They conveniently forgot to tell my small party of 3 that, so I tipped again. When I noticed the next day, I tried to call them to correct it. Guess what? No working number. Wow isn't that interesting?!! I wanted to like this place, but I don't like how they do business. Now I am forced to dispute the charge on my credit card. Avoid this place and check your credit card charges and bill carefully if you do decide to do business with them.

One of the best cocktail bars in Dallas, tucked away in the State Thomas neighborhood. The menu is fantastic, the staff is friendly, knowledgeable and talented. They have one of the best happy hours in Dallas until 8pm with amazingly priced craft cocktails. The bar itself is stunning with intimate seating inside and out. They also have happy hour all day on Mondays or anytime it rains!

Are you kidding me?!? The best happy hour place I've ever been to HANDS DOWN! It's beats Vegas, Miami, LA....etc You can't make this stuff up! Our bartender Jared was legit the best!! Every order turned into a presentation goddess, the next topping the one before! Even made custom drinks top of the house drinks! WOW! Our new fav place and will for sure be back!

Such a fun place for drinks! Great atmosphere and super unique drink menu. There's definitely something for everyone and it's conveniently located right off McKinney. Our personal favorite is the pistachio gin fizz. They also have an excellent happy hour Tuesday-Saturday from 5-8, all day Monday, and anytime it rains. Check it out, you won't regret it!

I loveeeeeee this place. This is the second time I visited when I go to Dallas. I love the vibes and ambience. It's dark, they have good music playing, the drinks are bomb. I definitely recommend! Their espresso martini is delicious.

Let me tell you..this is the neighbor bar that you need! Parliament is a mainstay in what I remember as a child being near Thomas street and a great chicken spot that stayed open way past 2am. Things have changed and now townhouses, boutiques and eateries have appeared. I work In Richardson so leaving at 3:30pm I will get to the downtown area a little before 5pm. I was walking up and standing at the door. The staff manager profusely apologized that he had us waiting since they had a meeting before opening up. The first drink is on house. It was 5:06pm . Now that's customer's service. I appreciated that even though I didn't think that was so long. Parliament has a standard they follow for all patrons and they uphold it well. We sit at the bar but the seating is plentiful. There's also outdoor seating. It was perfect day to enjoy the fresh air. The bar is impressive as well as the crafted drink menu for happy hour. As we started into our first hour the seats begin filling up. By the time we left (7pm) there was a eager couple hoping they could take our seats. The only thing missing was a little snack. My friend said they did have snacks but I would have enjoyed that too.

Small place but a very nice ambiance. No food available but drinks are very good and well priced, especially if you catch the happy hour. Service was also good and consistent.

This place is so great! I had been wanting to go to Parliament for a while now but every time I'd drive past, I'd be turned off by how packed it appeared outside. On Saturday, I happened to be in the area at 5pm (when they open) and decided that was the day to finally check it out. There was already a good amount of people waiting for it to open just before 5pm. This a cocktail bar with no food options, but with a really good selection of classic cocktails and signature drinks across all liquors. I was really pleased to see so many bourbon/whisky drinks and gin drinks. The bar is really cute and romantic with its crystal chandeliers and red neon light bar wall. Happy Hour is why Parliament is so popular. Happy Hour at most Dallas restaurants and bars lasts from 3/4 to 6pm, while Parliament lasts until 8pm every day but Sunday (that's right including Saturday which is unheard anywhere in the US!), and ALL DAY on Monday, OR any time it rains! I love the "any time it rains" caveat. This Happy Hour is definitely worth getting your hair a bit wet while running to get inside. The Happy Hour features a select menu of $5 drinks! The drinks are fantastic and well made. At the recommendation of my bartender, Roger (who was excellent by the way), I had the Peach Smash which was a cute peach-flavored whiskey/bourbon drink which was really, really good, and an excellent old fashioned. The damage: a whopping $10 for two delicious and potent cocktails! This is a great place for networking, meeting new people, an initial meeting with a dating prospect, or a stop during a girls night. I refer to this place as an excellent pre-game spot or post-game spot (and no, I'm not talking about after an actual sporting event although why not?). I am definitely a fan and will ABSOLUTELY be back! If I lived closer, I would be a regular without any hesitation.

My girlfriend and I went to Parliament to hang out and meet people but when we arrived we noticed that 99% of the population was 35 & under & there was no single or group socializing going on. Because of this, we left. I think as far as a bar goes, if you are under 35 & want to go and have drinks and sit there with your friends it's a great place to go. Also, the bar does not promote mingling. It's has little tables & booths set up and it's dark inside so if you don't know the person or people you're with, or you want to meet someone, it's going to be difficult & you will be uncomfortable, because it's everyone there is with someone already.

Went on a Monday for all day happy hour! The vibes are nice. Drink specials are amazing! The crowd is mature millennials. The bartenders here are definitely mixologists, not your average. Highly recommend checking them out.

This place is one of the best bars in the area. The drinks are super nice. The staff is professional but still chill. The ambiance is cool too.

We stopped by before our outing on NYE, and this cocktail bar did not disappoint at all. As expected, it's a small intimate area with a little bit of outside seating. I was surprised they getting a spot to sit was just about a 2 min wait! The music vibes in here are on point! Throwbacks mixed with current songs as well. I had two cocktails which were both equally delicious! I'm a bourbon/whiskey kind of girl, so I went for the BlackBerry Sage Collins first which was perfectly mixed Old Forester Bourbon, Blackberry Shrub, Sage, Lemon, Angostura, and Soda. I throughly enjoyed the bartenders taking their time and really making sure every ingredient was well incorporated. My next drink was the Chai Ginger Pear Smash. House Chai Bourbon, Lemon, Pear, Ginger, Angostura, and Mint were the big players in this drink, and once again mixed so well! Nothing over powered the other! My friend loved her Agave drink as well! This cocktail bar was definitely a hit and I hear they have a happy hour! I will be back for sure

I'm on a mission to explore my hometown more! This is a really cool and intimate cocktail bar near Downtown Dallas. I like the vibe a lot, and they have a pretty extensive menu of cocktails. Seating indoors is limited, and it was packed on a Tuesday night. My boyfriend and I ordered the Apple Care and another cocktail that had egg white and gin in it (I can't remember the name of the drink). Both were really yummy and well balanced. They're not super complex drinks, but we enjoyed our time just sitting and sipping. This would be a great place for a date or even for HH. I recommend!

This place is such a gem, I almost don't want to share. The drinks are great and beautifully presented. Small place with a mysterious feel. Bartenders were showing out. I'd come back.

Visited here after a long work day in a business trip. The place had great vibes. The bartenders were super friendly and made stellar cocktails! Definitely would visit again!

After driving around the block 4 times and finally asking people walking down the sidewalk for the location of the Parliament, we were directed to a bldg with patio seating and no Parliament signs to be found. I still asked a customer inside to make sure we were in the right place. The place was packed, bar seating was full, but we got the last 2 top table near the patio door. We learned Parliament has Happy Hour from 1700-2000 and we arrived at 1915. I ordered the Happy Hour Old Fashioned and a Fruity concoction for my wife. The drinks were tasty and well worth the Happy Hour pricing. The pretentious vibe inside was as expected from the Uptown Dallas scene, including the wait staff with no glimmer of personality, while looking down there noses at people. All in all, I was happy to have finally found the Parliament since Yelp had them rated at 4.5 Stars. The craft Cocktails were delicious, but we can now cross it off our list and continue to enjoy The Libertine and Shoals Sound & Service.