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Where to Drink Excellent Margaritas in Dallas

Lime + salt + tequila = perfection

by Amy McCarthy, Claire Cahoon, and Rachel Pinn Updated
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Frozen or on the rocks? Both.
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by Amy McCarthy, Claire Cahoon, and Rachel Pinn Updated

Whether on the rocks, frozen, or infused with fruit, margaritas are Dallas’ favorite cocktail. This classic combination of lime juice, salt, and tequila is perfect on its own, yet somehow more interesting when tricked up with smoky mezcal, fresh fruit purees, and inventive garnishes.

Everyone’s got their own preferences when it comes to this classic cocktail, from the simplest of drinks to fancy, fruit-forward creations. Let this map of 20 excellent Dallas margarita options serve as a guide to the city's most ubiquitous cocktail.

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Mexican Sugar

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At Mexican Sugar’s locations in Plano and Las Colinas, the margaritas are anything but basic. Try a liquid nitrogen margarita, or one infused with smoked pineapple or hibiscus water for something light and fruity. Can’t choose? Order the margarita flight.

7501 Lone Star Dr #B150, Plano, TX 75024
(972) 943-0984
(972) 943-0984

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Mi Dia From Scratch

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Head to Mi Dia for a menu of fancy margaritas that won’t totally break the budget. Try the hibiscus champagne margarita, mixed with Clase Azul Silver tequila, St. Germain, hibiscus sorbet, and prosecco. A dry ice garnish makes for quite the spectacle.

3310 Dallas Pkwy, Plano, TX 75093
(972) 403-7447
(972) 403-7447
Mi Dia From Scratch/Facebook

Gloria's

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The margaritas at Gloria’s aren’t going to win any awards for creativity, but they’re perfectly balanced and the tequila is generously poured.

5100 Belt Line Rd #864, Dallas, TX 75254
(972) 387-8442
(972) 387-8442

Resident Taqueria

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This Lake Highlands favorite spot boasts margaritas on tap, by the gallon, or even frozen during warmer months. Ask nicely, and the staff will top this classic margarita with a swirl of sweet strawberry puree.

9661 Audelia Rd Ste 112, Dallas, TX 75238
(972) 685-5280
(972) 685-5280

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Mariano's Hacienda Ranch Dallas

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It's a Dallas rite of passage to try the (frozen) margarita that started it all. At least sort of. Mariano’s owner Mariano Martinez may not have invented the cocktail, but he is responsible for the margarita’s most exciting innovation – the frozen margarita machine. The original machine sits in the Smithsonian, but this longstanding spot still serves up a fine margarita. Jazz it up with jalapeno-infused tequila or a floater of sangria.

6300 Skillman St Bldg J, Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 691-3888
(214) 691-3888

El Vecino Tex Mex

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El Vecino Tex Mex in East Dallas boasts classic Tex Mex cuisine paired with perfect margaritas. Oh, and margaritas are just $5 during happy hour from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.

718 N Buckner Blvd, Dallas, TX 75218
(469) 802-6060
(469) 802-6060

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La Calle Doce

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This longstanding Lakewood spot is a neighborhood favorite for margaritas, the perfect accompaniment to Mexican-inspired seafood. On the rocks or frozen, this is the kind of margarita that's the definition of an easy drinker.

1925 Skillman St, Dallas, TX 75206
(214) 824-9900
(214) 824-9900

Velvet Taco

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A “Kick Ass Margarita,” can be defined as simple, strong, and pretty damn cheap. That’s what they’re working with at Velvet Taco’s multiple DFW locations. A sleeve of creative tacos, some red curry queso, and a cool margarita sounds pretty kickass in fact.

3411 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75204
(469) 862-8226
(469) 862-8226

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E Bar Tex-Mex

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The bartenders at E Bar freshly juice all the limes in their margaritas, and it makes a difference. Soak up the tequila with plenty of beans, rice and tacos.

1901 N Haskell Ave. #120, Dallas, TX 75204
(214) 824-3227
(214) 824-3227

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Las Palmas Tex-Mex

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Chill vibes and a cool patio make Las Palmas an Uptown favorite. Smoky meats pair extra well with margaritas, whether frozen or on the rocks, classic or “dry.” And for those who are taking their food away to eat at home, Las Palmas offers its margaritas to-go in tall boy cans as well.

2708 Routh St, Dallas, TX 75201
(214) 647-1232
(214) 647-1232

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Rattlesnake Bar

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For one of the fanciest margaritas in town, head to the Ritz-Carlton Dallas and belly up to the bar at Rattlesnake by Fearing’s. Those in the know choose chef Dean’s classic margarita, made with top shelf tequila, agave, and lemon.

2121 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75201
(214) 922-4848
(214) 922-4848
The Rattlesnake Bar at Fearing's.
The Rattlesnake Bar at Fearing’s.
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Miriam Cocina Latina

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Whether a classic margarita, pineapple margarita, or smoky mezcal margarita, they all pair nicely with Miriam Jimenez’s uniquely delicious green queso, especially on the patio across from Klyde Warren Park. Guests of Miriam’s can also choose to grab margarita cocktails kits to-go, which will serve four people.

2015 Woodall Rodgers Fwy, Dallas, TX 75201
(214) 855-5275
(214) 855-5275
Miriam herself
Rachel Pinn

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Taqueria La Ventana

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Let’s get totally real – fancy margaritas are fun, but every Dallasite needs to know where to find a cheap-ass margarita. At $3.50 during happy hour, the cocktails at La Ventana absolutely fit that bill. They’re basic, but that’s sort of the point?

1611 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75202
(214) 484-6803
(214) 484-6803

Meso Maya

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Chef Nico Sanchez’s legit Mexican cuisine has inspired an equally legit menu of margaritas. The avocado margarita is a perennial favorite, or just keep it simple with the house margarita, made with fresh lime juice and rimmed with Oaxacan sea salt.

1611 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75202
[Photo: Meso Maya/Facebook]

Mesero - Victory Park

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Mesero in Victory Park, Preston Hollow, Fort Worth, Addison, Legacy West, and Inwood Village are all excellent spots to grab a solid margarita, or a special one. For the former, The Original features Herradura “El Jimador” and is available frozen or on the rocks. For the latter, try The Brandon, a frozen original margarita swirled with fresh mango-strawberry puree and topped with sangria.

2375 Victory Park Ln #180, Dallas, TX 75219
(214) 821-6426
(214) 821-6426
A gold-flaked margarita for Margarita Day at Mesero
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Pepe's & Mito's Mexican Cafe

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They aren’t fancy, but the frozen sangria margaritas at this Deep Ellum Tex-Mex spot are excellent with an extra shot of Grand Marnier. During happy hour, they’re just $3.

2911 Elm St, Dallas, TX 75226
(214) 741-1901
(214) 741-1901

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Easy Slider

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Half slider emporium, half bar, Easy Slider in Deep Ellum shakes some mean cocktails. The Martinez is a spicy marg featuring Milagro tequila, jalapeño brine, lime, and triple sec served with a mini Dos Equis on the side.

2701 Main St, Dallas, TX 75226
(469) 917-7111
(469) 917-7111

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Beto & Son

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The classic marg gets a futuristic twist at this Trinity Groves eatery. Made with Avion reposado tequila, fresh lime juice, and “encapsulated fruit pearls,” these cocktails are equal parts showy and delicious. Not feeling the super-freeze? Go for a margarita swirled with peach and jalapeño or mixed with mezcal.

3011 Gulden Ln #108, Dallas, TX 75212
(469) 249-8590
(469) 249-8590
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Chimy's

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Chimy’s is Fort Worth’s hidden margarita gem. Instead of wasting precious tequila time in line at Joe T. Garcia’s, head over to this divey, charming bar. The margaritas are on point and only $5.50 during happy hour. The newest addition? A spicy version spiked with Ghost blanco tequila.

1053 Foch St, Fort Worth, TX 76107
(817) 348-8888
(817) 348-8888

Tejas

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Tejas, which was formerly a bit of a burger and fries joint, reopened during the pandemic with a slightly more dressed-up Tex-Mex menu, including flights of tiny crunchy tacos that go perfectly with spicy, frozen, and Chamoy-spiked margaritas.

250 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208
(214) 944-5672
(214) 944-5672
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Mexican Sugar

7501 Lone Star Dr #B150, Plano, TX 75024

At Mexican Sugar’s locations in Plano and Las Colinas, the margaritas are anything but basic. Try a liquid nitrogen margarita, or one infused with smoked pineapple or hibiscus water for something light and fruity. Can’t choose? Order the margarita flight.

7501 Lone Star Dr #B150, Plano, TX 75024
(972) 943-0984
(972) 943-0984

Mi Dia From Scratch

3310 Dallas Pkwy, Plano, TX 75093

Head to Mi Dia for a menu of fancy margaritas that won’t totally break the budget. Try the hibiscus champagne margarita, mixed with Clase Azul Silver tequila, St. Germain, hibiscus sorbet, and prosecco. A dry ice garnish makes for quite the spectacle.

3310 Dallas Pkwy, Plano, TX 75093
(972) 403-7447
(972) 403-7447
Mi Dia From Scratch/Facebook

Gloria's

5100 Belt Line Rd #864, Dallas, TX 75254

The margaritas at Gloria’s aren’t going to win any awards for creativity, but they’re perfectly balanced and the tequila is generously poured.

5100 Belt Line Rd #864, Dallas, TX 75254
(972) 387-8442
(972) 387-8442

Resident Taqueria

9661 Audelia Rd Ste 112, Dallas, TX 75238

This Lake Highlands favorite spot boasts margaritas on tap, by the gallon, or even frozen during warmer months. Ask nicely, and the staff will top this classic margarita with a swirl of sweet strawberry puree.

9661 Audelia Rd Ste 112, Dallas, TX 75238
(972) 685-5280
(972) 685-5280

Mariano's Hacienda Ranch Dallas

6300 Skillman St Bldg J, Dallas, TX 75231

It's a Dallas rite of passage to try the (frozen) margarita that started it all. At least sort of. Mariano’s owner Mariano Martinez may not have invented the cocktail, but he is responsible for the margarita’s most exciting innovation – the frozen margarita machine. The original machine sits in the Smithsonian, but this longstanding spot still serves up a fine margarita. Jazz it up with jalapeno-infused tequila or a floater of sangria.

6300 Skillman St Bldg J, Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 691-3888
(214) 691-3888

El Vecino Tex Mex

718 N Buckner Blvd, Dallas, TX 75218

El Vecino Tex Mex in East Dallas boasts classic Tex Mex cuisine paired with perfect margaritas. Oh, and margaritas are just $5 during happy hour from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.

718 N Buckner Blvd, Dallas, TX 75218
(469) 802-6060
(469) 802-6060

La Calle Doce

1925 Skillman St, Dallas, TX 75206

This longstanding Lakewood spot is a neighborhood favorite for margaritas, the perfect accompaniment to Mexican-inspired seafood. On the rocks or frozen, this is the kind of margarita that's the definition of an easy drinker.

1925 Skillman St, Dallas, TX 75206
(214) 824-9900
(214) 824-9900

Velvet Taco

3411 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75204

A “Kick Ass Margarita,” can be defined as simple, strong, and pretty damn cheap. That’s what they’re working with at Velvet Taco’s multiple DFW locations. A sleeve of creative tacos, some red curry queso, and a cool margarita sounds pretty kickass in fact.

3411 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75204
(469) 862-8226
(469) 862-8226

E Bar Tex-Mex

1901 N Haskell Ave. #120, Dallas, TX 75204

The bartenders at E Bar freshly juice all the limes in their margaritas, and it makes a difference. Soak up the tequila with plenty of beans, rice and tacos.

1901 N Haskell Ave. #120, Dallas, TX 75204
(214) 824-3227
(214) 824-3227

Las Palmas Tex-Mex

2708 Routh St, Dallas, TX 75201

Chill vibes and a cool patio make Las Palmas an Uptown favorite. Smoky meats pair extra well with margaritas, whether frozen or on the rocks, classic or “dry.” And for those who are taking their food away to eat at home, Las Palmas offers its margaritas to-go in tall boy cans as well.

2708 Routh St, Dallas, TX 75201
(214) 647-1232
(214) 647-1232

Rattlesnake Bar

2121 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75201

For one of the fanciest margaritas in town, head to the Ritz-Carlton Dallas and belly up to the bar at Rattlesnake by Fearing’s. Those in the know choose chef Dean’s classic margarita, made with top shelf tequila, agave, and lemon.

2121 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75201
(214) 922-4848
(214) 922-4848
The Rattlesnake Bar at Fearing's.
The Rattlesnake Bar at Fearing’s.
Photo: Fearing’s/Facebook

Miriam Cocina Latina

2015 Woodall Rodgers Fwy, Dallas, TX 75201

Whether a classic margarita, pineapple margarita, or smoky mezcal margarita, they all pair nicely with Miriam Jimenez’s uniquely delicious green queso, especially on the patio across from Klyde Warren Park. Guests of Miriam’s can also choose to grab margarita cocktails kits to-go, which will serve four people.

2015 Woodall Rodgers Fwy, Dallas, TX 75201
(214) 855-5275
(214) 855-5275
Miriam herself
Rachel Pinn

Taqueria La Ventana

1611 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75202

Let’s get totally real – fancy margaritas are fun, but every Dallasite needs to know where to find a cheap-ass margarita. At $3.50 during happy hour, the cocktails at La Ventana absolutely fit that bill. They’re basic, but that’s sort of the point?

1611 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75202
(214) 484-6803
(214) 484-6803

Meso Maya

1611 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75202

Chef Nico Sanchez’s legit Mexican cuisine has inspired an equally legit menu of margaritas. The avocado margarita is a perennial favorite, or just keep it simple with the house margarita, made with fresh lime juice and rimmed with Oaxacan sea salt.

1611 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75202
[Photo: Meso Maya/Facebook]

Mesero - Victory Park

2375 Victory Park Ln #180, Dallas, TX 75219

Mesero in Victory Park, Preston Hollow, Fort Worth, Addison, Legacy West, and Inwood Village are all excellent spots to grab a solid margarita, or a special one. For the former, The Original features Herradura “El Jimador” and is available frozen or on the rocks. For the latter, try The Brandon, a frozen original margarita swirled with fresh mango-strawberry puree and topped with sangria.

2375 Victory Park Ln #180, Dallas, TX 75219
(214) 821-6426
(214) 821-6426
A gold-flaked margarita for Margarita Day at Mesero
Rachel Pinn

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Pepe's & Mito's Mexican Cafe

2911 Elm St, Dallas, TX 75226

They aren’t fancy, but the frozen sangria margaritas at this Deep Ellum Tex-Mex spot are excellent with an extra shot of Grand Marnier. During happy hour, they’re just $3.

2911 Elm St, Dallas, TX 75226
(214) 741-1901
(214) 741-1901

Easy Slider

2701 Main St, Dallas, TX 75226

Half slider emporium, half bar, Easy Slider in Deep Ellum shakes some mean cocktails. The Martinez is a spicy marg featuring Milagro tequila, jalapeño brine, lime, and triple sec served with a mini Dos Equis on the side.

2701 Main St, Dallas, TX 75226
(469) 917-7111
(469) 917-7111

Beto & Son

3011 Gulden Ln #108, Dallas, TX 75212

The classic marg gets a futuristic twist at this Trinity Groves eatery. Made with Avion reposado tequila, fresh lime juice, and “encapsulated fruit pearls,” these cocktails are equal parts showy and delicious. Not feeling the super-freeze? Go for a margarita swirled with peach and jalapeño or mixed with mezcal.

3011 Gulden Ln #108, Dallas, TX 75212
(469) 249-8590
(469) 249-8590
Beto and Son/Facebook

Chimy's

1053 Foch St, Fort Worth, TX 76107

Chimy’s is Fort Worth’s hidden margarita gem. Instead of wasting precious tequila time in line at Joe T. Garcia’s, head over to this divey, charming bar. The margaritas are on point and only $5.50 during happy hour. The newest addition? A spicy version spiked with Ghost blanco tequila.

1053 Foch St, Fort Worth, TX 76107
(817) 348-8888
(817) 348-8888

Tejas

250 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208

Tejas, which was formerly a bit of a burger and fries joint, reopened during the pandemic with a slightly more dressed-up Tex-Mex menu, including flights of tiny crunchy tacos that go perfectly with spicy, frozen, and Chamoy-spiked margaritas.

250 N Bishop Ave, Dallas, TX 75208
(214) 944-5672
(214) 944-5672
Photo: Exxir Hospitality [Official Photo]

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