If you’re looking for a way to kick off your Labor Day weekend — or just start the weekend early with a little post-work happy hour — we’ve got you covered.
Once a collection of mid-century industrial buildings between West Seventh Street and the Trinity River’s West Fork, The Foundry District is a new hot spot for artists creating everything from colorful murals to hand-crafted cocktails.
Check out these eight laid-back bars and restaurants for a relaxing evening in the Foundry. Remember to enjoy responsibly, get home safe , and toast (and tag) @FTWtoday for tipping you off to your new favorite spot.
Play a game of cornhole on the brewery’s large patio.
Photo by FTWtoday
Drink
Blackland Distillery , 2616 Weisenberger St. | Stop in to the luxe tasting room for a sip of the new Prairie Gold Texas Straight Bourbon Whiskey + take a behind-the-scenes tour.
Maple Branch Craft Brewery , 2628 Whitmore St. | Music bingo on Tuesdays, trivia on Wednesdays, 20+ craft beers on tap every day (except Mondays) — yes, please.
Tulane’s , 2708 Weisenberger St. | Pretend you’re on Bourbon Street at the New Orleans-inspired cocktail bar with a large patio, open until 2 a.m. daily.
Conlon’s Irish Pub , 2528 White Settlement Rd. | Grab your friends for an easy night watching sports + playing pool, ping pong, and darts.
White bolognese? Yeah, we’re in.
Photo by @claypigeonfd
Eat
Angelo’s Bar-B-Que , 2533 White Settlement Rd. | Chow down at the barbecue restaurant run by third-generation pitmaster Jason George as he serves his grandfather’s 60-year-old hickory-smoked recipes.
Clay Pigeon , 2731 White Settlement Rd. | Settle in for relaxed fine dining on American fare from local chef Marcus Palsay.
M&O Station Grill + Cocktail Lounge , 200 Carroll St. | Wash down your two-hander craft burger with a Paloma from the newly opened cocktail lounge.
Fort Brewery and Pizza , 2737 Tillar St. | Kick back on the large patio for a pint of one of the 20 craft beers offered, along with a slice of Mac Attack pizza. Plus, bring your furry friend and order off the Mutt Menu.