Dallas/FW Trip

Discussion in 'Southwest' started by iRun2Beer, May 29, 2015.

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  1. Trelvis

    Trelvis Initiate (0) Feb 26, 2015 Texas

    Dont go to Humperdinks. You will be disappointed.
     
    #21 Trelvis, Jun 2, 2015
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  2. buzzed

    buzzed Initiate (0) Aug 4, 2012 Texas

    I don't think that Collective is open on Sunday.
     
    #22 buzzed, Jun 3, 2015
  3. iRun2Beer

    iRun2Beer Initiate (0) Jan 27, 2015 Minnesota

    You are correct, thanks for the buzz kill :wink:
     
    #23 iRun2Beer, Jun 3, 2015
  4. iRun2Beer

    iRun2Beer Initiate (0) Jan 27, 2015 Minnesota

    Another quick question about the area. Since we'll be driving all over the place, how do the tolls work? I'm only familiar with the tolls in Chicago (we don't have tolls here) where you either have to pay cash on the spot, or go online and fill out a form labeling every toll you missed and at what time (it's a huge pain in the ass). Is the Texas tollway system automated? Can I go online after the weekend is over and just search for my license plate?

    Now that Collective Brewing is off the table for Sunday, I'm trying to figure out some place to hang out for the night. Looks like Community Beer isn't open on Sunday either, so we'll be there Saturday night. Anywhere in Dallas/Fort Worth/Arlington worth hanging out on Sunday night?

    Does Texas allow Sunday liquor sales? That might sound like a stupid question but Minnesota doesn't so thought I'd ask...
     
    #24 iRun2Beer, Jun 3, 2015
  5. ACGypsy

    ACGypsy Initiate (0) Mar 24, 2014 Texas

    You will use Zip Cash for the tolls but you don't actually pay while driving...
    https://www.ntta.org/custinfo/BIlling-and-Payment/Pages/Defualt.aspx

    Beer sales start Sundays at noon. I rarely go to bars on Sunday and don't know Arlington. There is a World of Beer out there though. Not my favorite place but you can look up their draft list online.

    Traffic can be rough on Friday afternoon and getting to a game on time. Use Tollways as directed but don't expect those to be clear either. There is a ton of interest right now in the Rangers with several new players coming on strong. I expect this weekend the games will have high attendance. Have a good weekend here in Dallas.

    Now if you can just bring us a keg of Todd the Axeman. Delicious. You guys are spoiled up there in MSP!
     
    #25 ACGypsy, Jun 3, 2015
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  6. Heretic42

    Heretic42 Savant (1,118) Aug 31, 2011 Texas

    It's all automated, but you should check with your rental company. See also https://www.ntta.org/Pages/default.aspx

    Any store that sells liquor (Specs, Total Wine, etc) will be closed on Sunday and closes at 9pm all other days. Grocery stores (Whole Foods, etc) can sell beer noon-midnight Sunday, 7am-midnight M-F, 7am-1am Saturday.
     
    #26 Heretic42, Jun 3, 2015
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  7. iRun2Beer

    iRun2Beer Initiate (0) Jan 27, 2015 Minnesota

    Will be driving our own vehicle. Do I have to pre-pay or can I pay online after the weekend is over by searching for my license plate?

    Thanks for the tips about liquor stores vs grocery stores selling beer.
     
    #27 iRun2Beer, Jun 3, 2015
  8. Heretic42

    Heretic42 Savant (1,118) Aug 31, 2011 Texas

    They have a "Zip Pass" now which basically looks like a more expensive way to pre-pay (and more suited to rentals), but it's not required. I think most people just wait for NTTA to bill them via mail and then pay.
     
    #28 Heretic42, Jun 3, 2015
  9. Cowboys9

    Cowboys9 Initiate (0) Jan 30, 2009 Texas

    This is correct. They'll bill you later. Take the tollroads.
     
    #29 Cowboys9, Jun 3, 2015
  10. eaker

    eaker Initiate (178) Aug 5, 2013 North Carolina

    Thanks for all the good advice. Caught this thread before my trip next week.

    What do you guys think would be the best local Texas beers to try?
     
    #30 eaker, Jun 8, 2015
  11. JGlitz87

    JGlitz87 Initiate (0) Aug 13, 2013 Texas

    Four Corners brewing is open on Sundays, their porter is great. It is located right next to Trinity Groves which has a bunch of nice places to eat and drink, including LUCK, which is a beer based restaurant. Trinity Groves is right off of 75, and is not too far from the Ballpark.
     
    #31 JGlitz87, Jun 9, 2015
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  12. JGlitz87

    JGlitz87 Initiate (0) Aug 13, 2013 Texas

    Another option for BBQ is Lockharts, which is 2/3 as good with little to no line. It is only a few miles from Trinity Groves. Now I will say that I live, teach, work, and love Oak Cliff so my suggestions are a little biased.
     
    #32 JGlitz87, Jun 9, 2015
  13. Heretic42

    Heretic42 Savant (1,118) Aug 31, 2011 Texas

    I would say closer to 1/2. Pecan Lodge really competes with the best in TX and (having tried most of the "good" DFW BBQ) I was utterly disappointed with Lockhart.
     
    #33 Heretic42, Jun 9, 2015
  14. jkn09

    jkn09 Initiate (0) Oct 17, 2012 Texas

    That's disappointing to hear. I haven't had Lockhart yet, but Pecan Lodge is tied with La BBQ for #2 to me, second to Franklin.
     
    #34 jkn09, Jun 9, 2015
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  15. lonestarbev

    lonestarbev Initiate (0) Oct 18, 2006 Texas


    Our website is upto date! Every 30 seconds the page reloads! Come see me at either shop and ask for me, Rick!
     
    #35 lonestarbev, Jun 9, 2015
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  16. iRun2Beer

    iRun2Beer Initiate (0) Jan 27, 2015 Minnesota

    Awesome! I didn't realize there was more than one location. We'll be passing through Lewisville between 3 and 4 PM this Friday, we'll definitely be stopping in!
     
    #36 iRun2Beer, Jun 9, 2015
  17. shnsajax

    shnsajax Initiate (0) Jul 2, 2013 Idaho

    What's the extra cost on the 32 ounce crowlers again?
     
    #37 shnsajax, Jun 9, 2015
  18. lonestarbev

    lonestarbev Initiate (0) Oct 18, 2006 Texas

    The cans are $1.00 plus the beer for crowlers
     
    #38 lonestarbev, Jun 15, 2015
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