07.28.2023

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🍹 Raising the (rooftop) bar

The essential rooftop bars and restaurants in Fort Worth

Atíco is one of many concepts created by chef Tim Love. | Photo by Atíco Fort Worth | Jack Palmer Photography

One of the best things about Fort Worth is that we get to enjoy the outdoors mostly year-round, which means it’s almost always rooftop season.

There’s simply no better way to take in the views of the city than on top of a building with the wind blowing in your hair and a cold beverage in your hand.

Maybe that’s why we can’t stop going back to these eight local spots for food + drinks.

Atíco Fort Worth | 2315 N. Main St.

Step away from the hustle and bustle of the Stockyards and head up to the 6th floor of the SpringHill Suites by Marriott for Barcelona vibes and delicious tapas. Sit in a comfy lounge chair or at the open bar + kitchen to enjoy delicious cocktails, and dishes like salami flatbread, Ibérico ham, and grilled fish.

FTW-Lot 12 TCU — The Lot 12 Rooftop Bar has both indoor and covered outdoor seating with incredible views. | Photo by GPF Architects

Lot 12 Rooftop Bar | 2512 W. Berry St.

Game day or not, this rooftop sports bar is the perfect place to hang out with friends. Enjoy happy hour daily from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on the open-air terrace with TCU-inspired cocktails and shareable plates. The best part — you can reserve the Topgolf Swing Suite simulator for a virtual round of golf, football, or baseball.

The Rooftop Bar | 512 Main St.

Located in the heart of Sundance Square at The Sinclair, this is the highest rooftop bar in Fort Worth with amazing panoramas over the city. The seasonal bar is open during the warmer months (except for hotel guests who can visit year-round) and features menu items like small plates, fresh oysters, specialty cocktails, and desserts.

FTW-Reata Restaurant — Grab a seat indoors or on the expansive patio outside at Reata. | Photo by @crafty.girls.life

Reata | 310 Houston St.

Stop by for breakfast, lunch, or dinner at this upscale Southwestern restaurant nestled in Sundance Square with four stories of dining space. The multi-level top floor has both indoor and outdoor seating with expansive views of downtown. The menu features everything from tamales to blackened buffalo rib eye and chicken chile rellenos.

4 more breathtaking spots

Events

Friday, July 28

Live Music in the Plaza | Friday, July 28 | 7-10 p.m. | Sundance Square Plaza, 420 Main St., Fort Worth | Free | Head downtown for an evening of live music while the little ones play in the splash pad.
Comedy Show | Friday, July 28-Saturday, July 29 | Times vary | Four Day Weekend, 312 Houston St., Fort Worth | $25 | Laugh until your belly hurts at this downtown comedy show with sold-out performances every week.

Saturday, July 29

Barbie Styling Event | Saturday, July 29 | 10 a.m.-8 p.m. | HerStory Gallery, 333 Houston St., Fort Worth | Free | Enjoy the shoppable exhibitions of women-led brands from around the globe, featuring some of the best Barbie looks.
Dog Days of Summer | Saturday, July 29 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Fossil Creek Tree Farm, 7744 Blue Mound Rd., Fort Worth | Free | Bring your fur baby to this annual event with doggy popsicles, adoptable pets, and on-site dog training benefiting Saginaw Animal Shelter.
Cookbook Club | Saturday, July 29 | 5 p.m. | Indulge, 425 W. 3rd St., Fort Worth | $10 | The potluck-style gathering will feature dishes from Ali Slagle’s cookbook “I Dream of Dinner (so You Don’t Have To): Low-Effort, High-Reward Recipes.”
Wine Tasting 101 | Saturday, July 29 | 6-8 p.m. | Soma Winery, 201 S. Main St., Fort Worth | $39 | Learn to taste, smell, and pair unique wines like a pro.

Sunday, July 30

Teachers Gone Bad | Sunday, July 30 | 7 p.m. | Hyena’s Comedy Nightclub, 425 Commerce St., Fort Worth | $25 | The adult-only show works with a pool of educators who moonlight as comedians or who are doing comedy full-time.

Monday, July 31

Movie Night Monday | Monday, July 31 | 6-8 p.m. | Greenbriar Community Center, 5200 Hemphill St., Fort Worth | $3 | A ticket includes complimentary popcorn and drink.

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News Notes

Community

The city wants your thoughts on the new Stop Six Hub Community Center and Aquatic Facility. A meeting will be held at the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center on Saturday, Aug. 5 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The Hub will feature a library, gym, and an eight-lane lap pool.

Coming Soon

You gouda brie kidding — a restaurant specializing in mac and cheese will open next month in North Richland Hills. I Heart Mac & Cheese will hold a grand opening on Monday, Aug. 21 at 8528 Davis Blvd. The first 25 people in line will win free mac and cheese for a year.

Art

A new art installation is on display at Point of View in the PS1200 development. The Chair Fair is a furniture-focused art show by 7space8 with artists, designers, and architects showcasing their chairs. The closing reception will be held Saturday, July 29 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Edu

The Fort Worth ISD school board extended the contract for Superintendent Angélica Ramsey. Trustees approved the contract through the summer of 2026 with her salary remaining the same at $335,000. The original agreement had an end date of August 31, 2025. (Fort Worth Report)

Drink

PJ’s Coffee opened its newest location in Wedgwood this morning at 7048 Granbury Rd. During opening day today, all customers will get one free beignet with a coffee purchase (while supplies last). For the next week, all healthcare, fire responders, contractors, and veterans will receive 10% off.

Travel

American Airlines will expand flights to Ireland with year-round service between DFW Airport and Dublin starting in October. The Fort Worth-based airline said the expansion is in response to high demand from passengers on both ends of the transatlantic routes. Select fares start at $720 roundtrip. (CultureMap Dallas)

Biz

A Chinese auto parts company will invest $21 million to open a new plant at the 46 Ranch Logistics Park. Junchuang North America Inc. said the plant will create about 120 jobs and will open by 2025. The company makes parts for Ford, Jaguar, General Motors, and Land Rover.

Trending

Whataburger is celebrating 73 years of business with its own national holiday on Tuesday, Aug. 8. On National Whataburger Day, the Corpus Christi-born burger joint will celebrate with free burgers, VIP experiences, and clear $73,000 in school lunch debt. Sign up for Whataburger Rewards to get free perks.

Edu

Looking for a school with a close-knit family atmosphere, strong academics, and an incredible staff who build relationships with each and every student? Chapel Hill Academy is a tuition-free public charter school operated by Lena Pope. Applications for Fall 2023 are now open.*

Drink

If you’re like us and like your chicken fried, and a cold beer on a Friday night, head to Fat Daddy’s in Mansfield tomorrow night to get your weekend started off on the right foot. (And yes, that’s a Zac Brown Band reference.)*

Finance

Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*

Drink Up Month

🍹 And the winner is...

Where can you get the best margarita in Fort Worth?

Taco Heads clinched 58% of the votes to become FTWtoday’s reader’s favorite margarita. | Graphic by FTWtoday

The votes are in. After a close battle, Taco Heads clinched 58% of the votes over Joe T. Garcia’s to be named the best margarita in Fort Worth by our readers.

In 2016, Sarah Castillo expanded Taco Heads from a food truck to its first brick-and-mortar in the Cultural District with specialty tacos like beer-braised carnitas, charred avocado and corn, and roasted chipotle brisket. The menu also features a delicious array of sides including elotes, queso, bourbon black beans — and of course, margaritas.

Even more reason to stop by — this summer the restaurant is carrying a special margarita sorbet from MELT Ice Creams + La Pulga Spirits made with fresh lime juice, tequila, and a touch of orange liqueur.

Check it out in the Stockyards at 2349 N. Main St. or at 1812 Montgomery St.

Congrats, Taco Heads, and cheers to a wonderful Drink Up Month.

Check out the runner-ups

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Rebecca

From the editor

This one’s for our readers who can’t get enough of the “Barbie” bonanza. Sundance Square has a new life-size Barbie pop-up box on the plaza to capture all your Instagram photos and special memories.

Keep the theme going and head over to the pink AMC Palace 9 to catch the “Barbie” movie this weekend.

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