Guide: Date Night
Love is always in the air when you’re in the heart of the city. Whether it’s your first date or a standing tradition, Downtown Fort Worth sets the stage for a night to remember.
Start with a Stroll
- Ease into the evening at the Fort Worth Water Gardens . With three unique pools, it’s a spot that feels both peaceful and cinematic.
- Share a quiet moment by the reflecting pool, or make your way hand-in-hand down into the “active pool.”
Toast to the Night
- Set the mood with a drink at one of Downtown’s signature bars.
- Slip into Thompson’s Bookstore , a speakeasy hidden behind a bookshelf, or unwind with a craft cocktail at The Sterling Lounge .
- Beer lovers can sample from more than 200 brews at Flying Saucer .
Dinner, Downtown Style
- When in Fort Worth, steak is always on the menu. Choose from local steakhouses , all within walking distance. Whether you go classic Texas or modern and upscale, you’ll find a table worth lingering at.
Entertainment Your Way
- Big Laugh Comedy Club for a night of laughs.
- Scat Jazz Lounge for live jazz in an intimate setting.
- The Rooftop Cinema Club for an outdoor movie experience.
Something Sweet
- Cap off the night with a sweet treat as you wander downtown. Share a cone at Melt Ice Creams ,
- Or enjoy oversized treats from IT’SUGAR .
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1 Flying Saucer Draught Emporium 111 E 3rd Street Fort Worth, TX 76102 A Fort Worth favorite, The Flying Saucer Draught Emporium is known for its out-of-this-world beer selection and laid-back pub atmosphere. With hundreds of craft beers on tap and by the bottle, plus a hearty menu of burgers, sandwiches, and shareable pub bites, it’s the perfect place to unwind in the heart of Downtown. Enjoy the lively energy of Sundance Square from the spacious patio, catch a game inside, or join the UFO Club to track your beer-tasting adventures. Whether you’re a craft beer enthusiast or just looking for great food and good company, The Flying Saucer is a Downtown Fort Worth classic. |
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2 Fort Worth Water Gardens 1502 Commerce Street Fort Worth, TX 76102 The acclaimed Fort Worth Water Gardens are located ajacent to the Fort Worth Convention Center. It is an architectural and engineering marvel found in the middle of Downtown Fort Worth. |
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3 Melt Ice Creams 700 Main Street Fort Worth, TX 76102 Bringing smiles (and scoops) to Fort Worth since 2014, Melt Ice Creams serves up small-batch, handcrafted ice cream made with love and creativity. Each unique flavor is crafted with high-quality ingredients and plenty of personality — the kind that keeps locals and visitors coming back for more. Located in Downtown Fort Worth, Melt is the perfect spot to treat yourself to happy ice cream and experience one of the city’s sweetest destinations. |
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4 Rooftop Cinema Club 235 Throckmorton St Fort Worth, TX 76102 Check out an incredible movie location in the heart of our skyline. Located on the mezzanine Terrace at the Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel. Doors open early before the screening, so you can enjoy all the elements of the experience during the most beautiful times – golden hour, sunset, and dusk. The movie begins after the sun goes down, just as the stars are coming out and the city lights are starting to twinkle. Outdoor movies have never looked so great. |
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5 Scat Jazz Lounge 111 W 4th Street Fort Worth, TX 76102 Set in the basement of the historic Woolworth building, Scat carries on the New York tradition of the coolest clubs being underground and off the beaten path. This is a place where you can enjoy a great cocktail while listening to some of the best music ever written. At Scat, there are no TV's and no beer signs, just a great hideaway with great music. |
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6 The Sterling Lounge 911 Houston Street Fort Worth, TX 76102 The Sterling is a beautifully crafted lounge offering an unparalleled selection of bourbon, scotch, and tequila, alongside our signature, innovative craft cocktails. Monday-Tuesday 4PM to Midnight |
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7 Thompson's Bookstore 900 Houston Street Fort Worth, TX 76102 Located in the historic Vybek building, Thompson’s elevates the art of the cocktail while transporting you to a simpler time. This cocktail bar offers signature and classic cocktails to be enjoyed in a hospitable and mysterious ambiance. Reflecting a prohibition style vibe, Thompson’s goal is to expand your horizons with their cocktails and spirit collection. |
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8 Big Laugh Comedy Club 604 Main Street, Suite 100 Fort Worth, TX 76102 Big Laugh Comedy is a media company primed to take over the world. Not like a sinister warlord lord type take over, but more like a Jester who is ready to make the world laugh. That’s us, Big Laugh Comedy. Our hyper focus is to bring you laughter… all the time. |
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9 IT'SUGAR 503 Main Street Fort Worth, TX 76102 IT’SUGAR strives to be “the” place where sugar hounds and the candy-obsessed come to indulge in the sights, smells, and tastes of their favorite treats. Everything from sweet and sour, to chocolate and gummy can be found among IT’SUGAR’s thousands of indulgent confections. Alongside classic candy, whimsically giant goodies, and rare retro favorites, IT’SUGAR also offers exclusive, private label treats like irreverent chocolate bars and innovative candy gifts. |
Bonus: Make It an Event
Turn date night into a full experience by planning around festivals, concerts, and events happening throughout the year. View the event calendar .
- Explore more dining options .
- Discover more entertainment venues .
Mentioned in this Post
Flying Saucer Draught Emporium
111 E 3rd Street
Scat Jazz Lounge
111 W 4th Street
Fort Worth Water Gardens
1502 Commerce Street
IT'SUGAR
503 Main Street
Thompson's Bookstore
900 Houston Street
Melt Ice Creams
700 Main Street
Rooftop Cinema Club
235 Throckmorton St
Big Laugh Comedy Club
604 Main Street
The Sterling Lounge
911 Houston Street