It’s not a new place, but it does have a new look — and the Barbie-themed pop-up at this East Dallas bar is smartly tapping in to one of the biggest pop culture moments that’s still resonating and looks like it will continue for some time. Put on some pink, grab an Allen (no Ken-doms, please), and order a “Life in Plastic” or a “He’s Just Ken.”

Taco Tuesday just got a great new place to be observed. Head to this Katy Trail outpost for a tequila or Mezcal fueled cocktail. It has an extensive list to choose from. With 11 types and flavors of margaritas, six ranch waters, and tequila-forward takes on classic cocktails, there’s a lot to try.

This intimate nightclub inside the Hotel Swexan has something for both types of partiers. Enter through the Library, which is refined with lots of seating and samurai art hanging on the walls. Or pass through the next set of doors to Babou’s, named for Dali’s ocelot, for dancing and wildness all night long.

Light bites, hookah, and karaoke come part and parcel with the cocktails at this Mediterranean-inspired bar. Order an “Arabian Nights,” with espolon reposado, Mr. Black Coffee liqueur, a macadamia reduction, aperol, and espresso to stay up and party all night. Or go for a “Tropical Breeze” with Bacardi chile mango and Bacardi coconut to get out of Texas completely — or at least in your mind.

After dinner at Komodo, hit Komodo Lounge above the restaurant for the after party. It’s a nightclub with a full bar, bottle service, sparkler parties, and the walls are loaded with prints by artist Mari Kim.

It’s a bar that doubles as a great first date spot. For $5 per person, play retro arcade games all night. Or do a gaming day for $15 an hour, which grants access to a whole bunch of modern games as well as the oldie but goodies. And pair it with the cocktail named after your favorite game.

From the uber-cool Bishop Arts record store Spinster and the wonderful folks behind Taco Y Vino comes LadyLove. Stop here to listen to DJs spin (mostly vinyl). And enjoy drinks like the “Sad Girl R&B” with Libelula tequila, Pallini limoncello, Regans orange bitters, and grapefruit soda or a “Side Piece” with St. Remy signature brandy, Combier berry, Cointreau, dry vermouth, and lambrusco.