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Once you arrive at Obar, Go directly to LIFT until we remodel........ "LIFT puts the zip back into VIP" Mr Dallas 2008. From the moment you step off the LIFT you find yourself bathed in a sea of lavender, greeted quickly by the hostess. Enjoy one of the fourteen intimate VIP tables, with options from one of the five cabana's to one of the owners personal tables situated on either side of the hottest DJ's in Dallas. Every Thursday, Ladies enjoy complimentary Rose Champagne all evening. For VIP reservations contact our VIP Host at (469) 261-7829 or visit the website at www.lift-dallas.com
3.0 of 5 stars.
Nice looking place..I like the unique way of entrance to this place. Here's how my trip went. Arrived at the front, The Door guy who looked like a secret service agent with shades and all asks "Name?"...
yelp.com - user review - 03/17/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Unfortunately, I've been to LiFT a few times. Fortunately, there are no plans in my schedule to ever return. My past trips there have been forced, mostly for birthdays. Why someone would...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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Went on a Saturday in Nov. 09 as the staff was very friendly. Loved the house music as so many other upscale venues including even Suite have resorted to predominantly Top 40s tracks. Great decor, lighting,...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/15/2009
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I hadn't been to LIFT in quite a while, and I was quite impressed with all the changes. The bartender confirmed my suspicions that they have recently moved around some furniture and added a few club lights to...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/15/2009
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I witnessed the doorman and valet attempt to run this game on a person they didnt know was a police officer. The doorman decided the officers slacks, and button down shirt were not enough to get in. This black...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/10/2009
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I wasn't sure what to expect reading the reviews, but it was definitely a pleasant surprise. I drove up and used their valet service. Parking around the area is not easy to find, so the $5 valet charge was an...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/14/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
I try to make it a personal point to not visit bars with one word names like Lift, especially in Dallas, because it's easy to figure out the kind of people you're going to be dealing with all night. ....
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2008
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I really have no idea what's going on, I feel like I am in the twilight zone! Well maybe not that dramatic, but what Obar are all these people talking about??? Bc I am having trouble believing it's that tiny...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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When I read the first review about the discrimination going on, I figured it was just because you were mad but as I am going through the reviews, it seems like every other review is about them discriminating....
citysearch.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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Thanks for the compliment. I am female and appreciate that you think my friends and I are hot! We frequent Dallas Lift club because it's smaller, tasteful and the men there seem to be interested in more than a...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/17/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went for a private party this last Sunday and had a BLAST! The staff took great care of us..the drinks were strong and the manager has his shit together. The DJ they had there that night was so on...
yelp.com - user review - 10/15/2008
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No stars for this one! Obar will give you an OMG moment. This establishment has not received the memo that the civil rights act passed. It is unacceptable that in this day and age Neanderthals are placed in...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/14/2008
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I am not writing this just because I got upset they didn't let me in for the first time.I understand sometimes it would get really crowded and they won't let you in if you get there late. I went yesterday with...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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I am not writing this just because I got upset they didn't let me in for the first time.I understand sometimes it would get really crowded and they won't let you in if you get there late. I went yesterday with...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/12/2008
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I hate this place with a passion! I've only been a few times and everytime is a bad experience! This place treats ppl horrible. The bouncer makes ppl wait FOREVER to get in. and then finally get in an hour...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/10/2008
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I was doing research to locate unique venues for our patrons. I work in an upscale hotel downtown. After reading the comments regarding "discrimination" I know I certainly wouldn't feel as though I was doing...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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This place was pretty nice. It had a good set up and the food was good. Not a bad place to take a date or hang out. I enjoyed the service and the atmosphere isn't half bad.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/08/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Went to this place the other night after eating pizza at Coalvines and an okay place, maybe I just went on the wrong night. However there were cute girls and a dance floor, so it wasn't bad!
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2008
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I couldn't believe it......how often is it when you walk in the club with 4 of your best guys, looking for a little oppisite gender interaction of course....and you get off the elevator and turn the corner and...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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Well, I go there with a friend the other night, she insisted it was "the hottest club" right now. We get there, it's tiny, for one thing-their website photos made it seem HUGE! Ok, no big deal, get a drink....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/10/2008
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I came from Houston, it is hard not to compare the #1 here and #1 there. For me, lift is good enough, but I still like Scott Gertner's sky bar more. I enjoy 3 hr non-stop dancing in Lift, although music was...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/08/2008
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I have been trying to find a nice place to go on a Friday or Saturday night to just chill, have some drinks and hear some great music. I decided to go to Lift, but on a Thursday night. The atmosphere was...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/04/2008
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I went for their 4th b-day party and had an amazing time! It's trendy and a very good example of the urban texan. Some are better than other ( people) but you find that everywhere. They try to be...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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LIFT puts the zip back into VIP." Mr. Dallas 2007 "The surreal deal, LIFT offers a swank nighttime escape." Dallas Modern Luxury 2007 "Best Dance Club in Dallas" City Search 2007 "Ambitious Medici redo could...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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LIFT puts the zip back into VIP." Mr. Dallas 2007 "The surreal deal, LIFT offers a swank nighttime escape." Dallas Modern Luxury 2007 "Best Dance Club in Dallas" City Search 2007 "Ambitious Medici redo could...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/02/2008
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Sorry , guys, but I HAD to write this in response to the info below. They have a 21 ( drinking age) age requirement. This review below is a little jilted. Consider the source is all I can say. I go to lift,...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/30/2008
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I am an Uptown regular at a number of clubs and bars. My little brother from Silicon Valley was in town for the evening and we were looking to go out hardcore. We started talking to some very attractive women...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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I am an Uptown regular at a number of clubs and bars. My little brother from Silicon Valley was in town for the evening and we were looking to go out hardcore. We started talking to some very attractive women...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/29/2008
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Having been to O-Bar a few times before, and liking it, my friends and I decided to go back this weekend. We get to the door and there is about 20 people waiting in line. Not too bad, its a nice place and...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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i love the setup at obar. very chic and trendy. and it draws a great crowd! the drinks can be a little pricey, but what else can you expect downtown.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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1.0 of 5 stars.
Douches. They're everywhere. If you follow my review thread, you will find that douches are a common theme in my experiences. Why? Because Dallas is full of 'em. You may be one and you don't even...
yelp.com - user review - 05/27/2008
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Went last Friday night, had a great time! They played great music, but it was not too loud so you could actually have a conversation in the place. This place has a lounge area, patio, and great service at the...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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This is almost the ideal place for a group of friends to just get together, talk, drink and enjoy. It's actually hard to find all of those qualities in a lounge or bar. I went two weeks ago on a Saturday with...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/25/2008
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People let's stand together and Boy Cott. Why are we giving money to an establishment to increase there revenue, when they don't even want us there. Think about !!!!!!!!!! Don't give your slave masters money...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/13/2008
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I have been going to Obar for almost two years now and it is still my favorite bar in Dallas. The staff makes me feel like I am apart of their family and the crowd always makes for interesting people watching....
citysearch.com - user review - 04/24/2008
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I'm hispanic, and visit this bar when I can. They treat me very well! I have not felt discriminated against at all. Its a great place, w/o the guestlist nonsense and no cover! Good pours and great patio. Im...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/22/2008
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We were in town for business and just happen to find Lift through the CitySearch website, what a great time. The DJ was from San Francisco and he was one of the best I have heard. The atmosphere, service and...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/21/2008
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We were in town for business and just happen to find Lift through the CitySearch website, what a great time. The DJ was from San Francisco and he was one of the best I have heard. The atmosphere, service and...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/21/2008
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New to Texas and searching for new places my husband and i would like...your place sounded like our what we might enjoy...until i read your reviews. Its one thing to get a bad review, my husband and i both...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/09/2008
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Most friends who have been to this club complains of one thing. The fact that they are discriminatory and that is very sad at this age..well that can only happen in texas.. so beware if you African American,...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/11/2008
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A group of us came to Dallas for business. Obar was recommended for its atmosphere and chill unpretentious attitude. Well we get there ,on a Saturday night, and found the opposite. Three of us walked in after...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/09/2008
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Ok I wasn't aware of this men gotta be 25 or 26 gender gap since...well since no other place does that lame sh!t. I'm 22 btw.BUT!! I still got in on a Saturday night. As I said I wasn't aware of this age...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/05/2008
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Ok I wasn't aware of this men gotta be 25 or 26 gender gap since...well since no other place does that lame sh!t. I'm 22 btw. BUT!! I still got in on a Saturday night. As I said I wasn't aware of this age...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/05/2008
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if you want to get disrespected,WELCOME TO OBAR,They should change the name from obar to trash bar,Bouncers crazy,they wil make you wait outside purposly for 15-30 min by saying,club is packed but that's not...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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if you want to get disrespected,WELCOME TO OBAR, They should change the name from obar to trash bar, Bouncers crazy,they wil make you wait outside purposly for 15-30 min by saying, club is packed but that's...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/30/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
I had been to this bar a couple of years ago as Medici, and they have given it a nice little facelift since then. The atomsphere and crowd is still the same. They give off a very posh vibe, but it's...
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2008
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This bar is beyond awesome!!! Hands down the best bar in Dallas!!! The people are great!! The atmosphere is nice and cozy!! The bar tenders are great as well as the drinks!! Attractive friendly people!! All in...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/30/2007
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I have been to O bar twice and NEVER Have i felt so disrespected [ANYWHERE!]. Basically the bouncer made us wait in line for 15 minutes while he let OTHER people in [WHITE PEOPLE]. and didnt say ANYTHING to...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/22/2007
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I have been to O bar twice and NEVER Have i felt so disrespected [ANYWHERE!]. Basically the bouncer made us wait in line for 15 minutes while he let OTHER people in [WHITE PEOPLE]. and didnt say ANYTHING to...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/22/2007
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I went here the other night and had the best time! It's so nice that they have a lounge with a select group in Dallas that aren't just about money! They are selective, but more on the type of clientele if you...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/06/2007
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The Obar is a very eclectic lounge.They just serve a wide array of drinks.The atmosphere is laid back and the ambience is laid back.The d????cor is beautiful.It?????'s a wonderful place to chill out.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/05/2007
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The Obar is a very eclectic lounge. They just serve a wide array of drinks. The atmosphere is laid back and the ambience is laid back. The d????cor is beautiful. It?????'s a wonderful place to chill out.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/05/2007
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This place rocks. Not only is it underground but the place is super cool. The music was right on, the place is non-smoking (there is a covered patio which allows smoking) and the staff is the best I have seen...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/03/2007
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Visited the Lift last Thursday and had a great time. Not only did my girlfriends and dance all night to a cool DJ, but the champagne was free all night for the girls. I heard this DJ came from a club downtown...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/03/2007
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This place rocks. Not only is it underground but the place is super cool. The music was right on, the place is non-smoking (there is a covered patio which allows smoking) and the staff is the best I have seen...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/03/2007
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On Saturday , i checked the reviews here and was excited to see the LIFT but when i got there i was very disappointed.the dancing floor is small and the music is very bad.to enter the lounge you have to pay...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/16/2007
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On Saturday , i checked the reviews here and was excited to see the LIFT but when i got there i was very disappointed. the dancing floor is small and the music is very bad. to enter the lounge you have to pay...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/16/2007
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We were at LIFT last Thursday and the champagne was on the house for my girlfriend's and I all night. They have this promotion every Thursday and the DJ was awesome, we had a great time dancing till 2AM. This...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/12/2007
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I had a pretty interesting experience with Lift.. I was with a group of friends celebrating numerous occasions, so we decided to get a table at Lift since we had all heard it was a place that needed to be...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/08/2007
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So, I decide that I'm going to take the reviews and go to LIFT and check out the "Ladies Lounge". Going early to skip the line, I figured I was the first one there at 10. As I come off the elevator I see the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/28/2007
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I know this sounds funny coming from a 'gal' but I have NEVER seen so many beautiful women in one place before! I am not kidding! They were draped gacefully across these low slung couches and bathed in the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/20/2007
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Wait was forty-five minutes. Service was very slow. The people watching was incredible. Basically the crowd consisted of middle aged men accompanied my surgically enhanced box-blondes. Or middle aged women...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/10/2007
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Wait was forty-five minutes. Service was very slow. The people watching was incredible. Basically the crowd consisted of middle aged men accompanied my surgically enhanced box-blondes. Or middle aged women...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/10/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
So, Lift opened in the former spot of Medici. When you arrive, you think, wow...why did they change the name? This is just like Medici. The elevator or lift takes you to the second story lounge...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2007
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Excellent experience! This place will probably not be appreciated for what it is -- amazing atmosphere (classy yet happening!); awesome music and DJ's; the bartenders know how to pour a drink and cocktail...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/25/2007
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Nice atmoshpere, NY style. A little dimmer than what I am comfortable with. watch out for the post in the middle of the floor, they are painted in a dark color (hard to see). I went for happy hour, no one to...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/24/2007
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Attended a birthday party here recently and it was a great time. Very personalized service from start to finish. The hostess is a nice touch and our waitress seemed genuinely interested that we stay satisfied....
citysearch.com - user review - 08/22/2007
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The service at this swanky new lounge was terrible. The (front) door guys were extremely rude even though we had a table and the waitress at our table once we got in was all but nonexistant, except, of course,...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/19/2007
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Finally someone took the bottle service to the top. These guys made a statement in every way last week during the opening. Great atmosphere, Great Crowd and incredible music. Dallas has a lounge that can put...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/08/2007
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I thought the atmosphere at the OBar was great. I loved the lounging area and the patio. What I didn't like was the expensive drinks. For Example, Bud Light 12oz Bottle - $5.00, Cosmo Martini (well-version) -...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/30/2007
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was looking for someplace fun to go tonight with a few girlfriends. Came accross your place. thanks for the comments written descibing your bar, saved me a trip. the crowd is materialstic and pretentious. i...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/21/2007
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Went here for the first time last night and had a great time. VERY cute girls were there and were talkative and outgoing. The doormen and patrons are both very selective, but it's a great scene. Typical...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/25/2007
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Alright you all, I have probably been to a hundred clubs in Dallas but I have to give it up to the people at Obar. From the decor to the servers, everything just flowed. My friends and I were taken care of by...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/19/2007
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So I came down from Colorado to celebrate my friends bachelor party. I was in charge of planning the party and had never been to Dallas before. I made a reservation for a table about a week in advance and then...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/20/2007
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So me and my friend went to Obar last friday (2-9-07) and it was horrible. We were told that they had great drinks, good dance music a dance floor and hott waiters. Well they were all lies. There was no dance...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/16/2007
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I moved here from Atlanta and so I am new to the Dallas area and everytime I go out the places just don't live up to the hype. Obar has potential and I think a Friday night would be better. I went to Obar on a...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/02/2007
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It was a Friday night when we went so the bar was incredibly busy. The first time I ordered a drink it took over 10 minutes. After that it was better, though the drinks are pricey. Overall a decent place to...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/16/2006
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I'm in here every evening I can make it. I'm 70 years old, but you wouldn't guess it, cause the oBar sure loosens you up. If you live in White Rock or Lake Highlands area, it's convenient, and the girls sure...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/16/2006
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This place is so cool, it's great to have a place to go five nights a week. Great Staff, Great Drinks, Great Music. Doesn't get any better, oh by the way it's non-smoking indoors (very cool). The patio is the...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/23/2006
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Most beautiful bar in the city, and one of the best I've seen in the country. Martini Manicure Thursday is great. Susan does a fantastic job and the Obar is known for their Martini's. The bartenders are cool....
citysearch.com - user review - 09/22/2006
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The bartenders at Obar aren't too shabby, but personally I love the door man he rocks!!! I will go there over and over and over just to see him, I love him.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/21/2006
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I live to see and be seen. The bartenders are hot and the martinis flow like rivers of Capestrano. I really enjoy going alone and sitting in one of the dark corners to watch the dancers after work. And yes I...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/19/2006
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great drinks and fun, hip music. I was blown away by the crowd. H O T. This was the first time I ever messed around with a guy, I dont remeber his name, but he was easily the wildest bartender there! I will...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/19/2006
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I loved the atmosphere it was relaxing and aesthetically pleasing. The girl/guy ratio is like 2 to 1. I cant believe i am just now discovering this place. I will definitly be back and bringing all of my...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/16/2006
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This place rocks! There are so many good looking and classy woman its hard not to become a regular. The atmosphere was a great surprise. Get there early or you will stand in line.
citysearch.com - user review - 09/16/2006
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I absolutely loved my first experience at the Obar. On Thursday nights, they do a martini and manicure for $20 from 5pm-9pm. Usually the bar isn't busy at that time, so unwinding in the chic space and...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/16/2006
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The bartenders and staff make this place happen! Perfect drinks, great looking crowd, and awesome atmosphere. Thurs, Fri, Sat are definitely HOT! And if you're in the mood for a more intimate, relaxing night,...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/15/2006
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totally taken back after i walked down the stairs, fresh and clean hideaway, beautiful people and beautiful staff. ask for a shot of patron . . . . it will be worth it
citysearch.com - user review - 09/01/2006
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wish this wasn't texas and we could have stayed later, but we had such a great time on our bachellorette party. . . . . slip the cute bartenders some money and they may even give you a little dance . . . . ....
citysearch.com - user review - 09/01/2006
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its hard to pick up guys when my friends and i are oogling the men behind the bar, and the drinks were tasty too, we had a shot called the gspot and it was delicous
citysearch.com - user review - 09/01/2006
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obar has the best Signature Cocktails of anywhere in Dallas. The Bartenters are not only great at making cocktails, but are just as hot to look at as well. This is one place we all visit on Thursday, Friday...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/18/2006
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After getting snubbed at various other "new club" in town with less than stellar service and staff with an attitude it was nice to walk into a place where the door guy said and hello and asked how we were was...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/18/2006
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