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Things to do in Deep Ellum

Scout has 1 verified spot mapped in Deep Ellum, 10 with full Scout intelligence.

Scouted spots

1

Typical spend

$75

Typical visit

1.6 hr

Easy parking

0%

Cocktails · 8Live music · 6Food · 5Arts · 2Outdoors · 1Shopping · 1

Best spots in Deep Ellum

Terry Black's Barbecue

Deep Ellum

Terry Black's Barbecue

Terry Black's is suitable for a casual meal with family or friends, typically lasting about an hour, and costing around $25-45 per person for pit-smoked meats and sides.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$25–$45 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Dada Dallas

Deep Ellum

Dada Dallas

Dada Dallas is an outdoor venue in Deep Ellum, good for catching local rock bands. Plan for a 3-hour evening and expect to spend $20-60 on tickets and drinks per person. This venue pairs well with dinner in the area.

CocktailsLive musicOutdoors
$20–$60 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
Three Links Deep Ellum

Deep Ellum

Three Links Deep Ellum

Three Links is a Deep Ellum staple for diverse live music and drinks, best for an evening out or a late-night show. Expect to spend $25-75 per person and plan for parking in the area.

Live musicCocktailsSocial
$25–$75 typical2 hr visithard parking
The Bomb Factory

Deep Ellum

The Bomb Factory

The Bomb Factory is a large indoor music venue suitable for an evening out to see a touring band. Expect to spend a few hours here, with ticket prices and drinks adding up to $35-$100+ per person.

Live musicCocktailsSocial
$35–$100 typical3 hr visitmoderate parking
Deep Ellum Art Co.

Deep Ellum

Deep Ellum Art Co.

Deep Ellum Art Co. is a lively spot for an evening out, often featuring live music, food trucks, and art. Expect to spend 3-5 hours here enjoying drinks and entertainment, with costs ranging from $30-$75 per person depending on consumption and event tickets.

CocktailsLive musicArts
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Adair's Saloon

Deep Ellum

Adair's Saloon

Adair's Saloon is a classic stop for live country music and bar food, often paired with dinner nearby or as a late-night destination. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and about $20-50 per person on drinks and simple food.

CocktailsLive musicFood
$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
KANVAS by Kevin Kelley

Deep Ellum

KANVAS by Kevin Kelley

KANVAS by Kevin Kelley is a bar and restaurant suitable for an evening out, potentially before or after dinner elsewhere. Expect to spend $30-$75 per person for drinks and light bites.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$75 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Trees

Deep Ellum

Trees

Trees is a classic Deep Ellum music venue, good for catching a band and drinks for 3-5 hours. Expect to spend $30-$100 per person, depending on tickets and drinks, making it a good main event for an evening out.

CocktailsLive musicSocial
$30–$100 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
Merit Coffee Co.

Deep Ellum

Merit Coffee Co.

A typical visit to Merit Coffee Co. will last about 45 minutes, costing around $5-15 per person for a drink and perhaps a light snack. It's a good stop for a relaxed solo break or a casual meeting, fitting well into a day of errands or exploring the neighborhood.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Immersive Gamebox - Deep Ellum, Dallas

Deep Ellum

Immersive Gamebox - Deep Ellum, Dallas

This is a good spot for a one-hour interactive game experience with friends or family, suitable as a main activity or combined with a meal nearby in Deep Ellum. Expect to spend $30-50 per person for the session.

SportsArtsPlayful
$30–$50 typical1 hr visitmoderate parking

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