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Billy Bob's Texas
Category: Arts & Entertainment Music Venues Nightlife Music Venues Music Venues
2520 Rodeo PlzFort Worth, TX 76106
(817) 624-7117
- Hours:
Mon-Sat 11 am - 2 am
Sun 12 pm - 2 am
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Price Range:
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$$
- Outdoor Seating:
- No
- Music:
- Live
- Best Nights:
- Fri, Thu, Sat
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
- Smoking:
- Yes
- Coat Check:
- Yes
- Noise Level:
- Very Loud
- Good For Dancing:
- Yes
- Has TV:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
56 reviews for Billy Bob's Texas
56 reviews in English
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Review from Misha K.
Frisco, TX
1/30/2012
Well, I can check this place off my bucket list! It is MASSIVE!!
When I walked in, I was a fish outta water! It didn't help that I was dressed like Emily the Strange in a sea of cowboy hats either.
I went to see Dwight Yoakam in concert and he didn't disappoint. I've seen him 3 other times and this was BY FAR the rowdiest crowd! Lots of hollerin', stompin' and carryin' on. It was awesome! I would recommend ponying up for the reserved seats though as we just had GA and standing room got a little tight at times.
I didn't buy one drink the whole night = friendly, generous folks. I normally don't drink Coors Light either but when at Billy Bob's... After the show, I was on the dance floor two-stepping with a dude in a starched camouflage shirt. Good times.
Perfect place to take folks that have never been to Texas! All of the Texan stereotypes are here.
CON: smokey -
Review from Kevin T.
Oconomowoc, WI
1/31/2012
Smoky, awful layout, terrible food, horrible acoustics, bad crowd control, and pretty much a co-ed version of "What Not to Wear" on the part of at least half of the patrons.
I just don't understand the appeal of this place.
...which essentially makes it sort of quintessentially "Texan" in my book. -
Review from Y P.
Carrollton, TX
1/13/2012
I came here for the Willie Nelson concert and had general admission tickets. The staff is retarded. They scream about being within the allotted areas and staying within firecode, but afterwards don't give a shit about the rules.
Other than the complaints I have for the staff, it is exactly as described: HONKY TONK to the max. Wear your best cowhide everything and boots. Don't get general admission, even if you get there early...jackasses try to stand right in front of you. -
Review from Tom L.
12/28/2011 1 Check-in Here
Beer, bulls, boots, and blondes ... Billy Bob's is pure Texas.
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Review from Eli Y.
11/14/2011 1 Check-in Here
Now that's a BIG honky tonk!
So I'm not going to lie...I didn't know what a honky tonk was until earlier in the same day I got into this one. But now I've been into the biggest one in the world! It's HUGE!
There are lots of pool tables. Arcade games. An actual indoor rodeo. A concert area. Dance floor. Food. Bar. And probably more that I just didn't have time to see.
If you're a guy and you want to go in I suggest getting yourself a cowboy hat. It's definitely the most common addition to the wardrobe of male patrons. Sadly I wasn't cool enough to be sporting one.
My friends and I had a great time here and next time I'm in the area I'd love to go back! -
Review from Ben K.
5/25/2011
Pros: Fun environment, good entertainment, pretty girls, dancing
Cons: Kind of touristy, expensive drinks
I loved Billy Bobs when I was a student at TCU. It's kind of a tourist trap, but it's a great place to have fun. On Thursday it's college night, so you can come in for no cover and dance the night away with some very pretty girls. That's what's fun about Billy Bobs. It's kind of like a school dance in that the girls wait on the side and want to be asked to dance. It's a great place to go to learn how to two-step or line-dance. Many times on the weekends they'll host big country acts. I went to see Randy Travis and it was a blast and I'm not a big country fan. Outside of dancing, there are pool tables, an indoor rodeo, arcade games, shopping, and drinking, but drinking can be kind of pricey. Overall, it's a great place to dance and have a good time with friends. -
Review from Denise L.
Indianapolis, IN
7/29/2011
Billy Bob's makes me smile
The closest I've ever felt to being on the set of Urban Cowboy, only problem is I didn't find my buddy haha.
I went on a Thursday night, & they even had a man showing people how to do the line dances. All in all it was pretty cool to this girl from the Midwest. A mixed crowd older, younger, as well as different races, & everyone was having a good time. Of course the majority of what they played was country. They did play the cupid shuffle. I also thought it was nice that they had a local band. It' was nice to see a place of that size supporting local artists.
Drinks weren't too expensive. I would ABSOLUTELY go back. -
Review from James F.
6/8/2011
A few years back on a trip to Pennsylvania I went to a purported Texas Steakhouse in Allentown. It was the first time I had ever seen a baked sweet potato on a menu. Just after the meal a David Allen Coe tune played, the table was cleared, and the waitress got on the table and danced to the music.
If that was a stereotype of a Texas joint then Billy Bob's invented the concept. Gift shop, worlds largest belt buckle, mechanical bull, bull riding photos, BBQ restaurant, concert venue, pool hall, arcade, and conference center. Not counting stalls in the mens bathroom are no fewer than 27 urinals.
The wife and I enjoyed the air conditioning on a hot day shooting a couple games of pool; taking in the spectacle was more like it. It was lunchtime and the place was not even near capacity and I'm really happy about that. I can imagine a decent music act and this place would be stuffed to the walls.
It was what I thought it would be with the mirror covered saddle instead of a disco ball, neon beer signs, pool tables, concert stage, dance hall X 70,000 sq. ft. -
Review from Abra B.
Dallas, TX
3/24/2011 1 Check-in Here
Similar to what I imagine Dolly World would be like (more boobs, less big hair and tons o'country), this place has it all. Smoking (on the inside folks), food, shopping, dancing, pool, arcade-like games, concerts, bars-bars-bars-bars and much more!
If you're looking for a country good time and want to two-step with your partner, give Billy Bob's a try. Just remember since it caters to a large grouping of people you may have to pay cover, have tickets if there's a concert and/or pay to park. -
Review from Jonathan W.
2/5/2011
Yup. This IS Texas. You imagine how a foreigner would picture a Texas bar if they had only watch roadhouse movies and westerns and this place would fit the bill. $2.50 for the live rodeo show. $1 quarter pool tables. Slots and a roller ball carnival game. A mechanical bull. Large two stepping dance floor full of cowboys and kids "supervised" by their boot taping parents.
Can't say much for the food, but the scene is a good 'ol Texas riot. -
Review from Mico C.
Santa Clara, CA
10/4/2011
His long hair just couldn't cover up his redneck- Coe surfaced at Billy's last month. $10 door fee. No smoking in Showroom, but light up in the Let'er Buck. Last call at 1:30.
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Review from Tina P.
4/10/2011
World's largest honky tonk in the world. That's enough reason for anyone to drop by this place at least once in their life.
This is the place to bring tourists and any other people wanting to see cowboys square dance and ride mechanical bulls. There's usually a cover but there's also a band or performer playing most times I've visited.
Like all other Fort Worth bars, smoking is permitted inside. Go, have a beer, and enjoy the atmosphere. Welcome to Texas, ya'll!! -
Review from Kirsten D.
Annapolis, MD
8/14/2011 1 Check-in Here
We came as a part of a huge trade show group (hey, free bar). I'm not normally a fan of this particular genre, but this place was pretty fun. Crazy loud though, but probably normal for that environment. Overall, I had fun!
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Review from Chad C.
Lewisville, TX
Not a great music venue. Drinks are high. It's a great place for tourists and to bring out of town guests.
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Review from Nick P.
Austin, TX
2/11/2011
Billy Bobs was a great fun time but to be honest i woulda had fun in an empty parking lot with the amount of alcohol consumed that night.
We had to pay $15 bucks to get in because Clay Walker was there. We could here him but they had it roped off, I guess you had to pay more to be real close to him which I found rediculous because I guess it's usually only a couple bucks to get in and although he's good we would of just paid the couple bucks and not see him if we could.
The place is huge with a ton of bars good country music the dance floor was fun kinda small, and at the end of the night started playing top 40 hits (if I remember) so that was a nice little change from country the whole night.
Great place for country folks and anyone who wants the whole stockyard experience for night life but I would still recommend to everyone else. You'll have a fun time. -
Review from Anne W.
11/15/2010
I went the first time I went to Dallas.. and I went again this last time. This place just never gets old! If you want a place to not be embarassed to wear cowboy boots and a hat.. and go yee haw.. this is the place to go.
It's really touristy of course but pretty famous people go here and sing. We got to see some bull riding. And we got to see people two stepping.
The only real dissapointment is how far this place is from everything... and they charge for parking? Seriously? It's in the suburbs almost!
If you aren't interested in getting your cowboy groove on.. or neon lights.. or country music.. you might not be as enthusiastic. -
Review from Ameloa H.
Dallas, TX
8/22/2011
Billy Bob's Texas is the worst concert venue I have ever been to. IF you hold a general admission ticket ( I have done this before), you will not get close enough to the stage to even see who is singing. They do have screens for the cheaper tickets, but at that point you might as well be at home watching TV. If you do buy actual seats (I did this time) you will be asked to sit down, if you are actually standing, dancing, or enjoying the concert at all. There is no bar in half of the seated section so unless you want to miss have the show fighting the crowd to get back to your seat you will be thirsty. They did have a waitress working each area, but one person covers dozens of people. We had to fight tooth and nail to get two rounds of beer the entire concert. The low ceiling and multiple columns make almost any seat a bad one and forget about being to see anything from the dance floor.
Speaking of the dance floor, it is fun on nights there isn't a band, but if you do actual want to dance ot your favorite band, be prepared to elbow 5000 of your friends to squeeze on the tiny square floor.
It is highly unfortunate that Billy Bobs is the only place in North Texas where great musicians flock. There are dozens of other venues all shapes and sizes that are far more enjoyable to see and hear (at the same time) some great tunes! -
Review from Stephen K.
Playa Del Rey, CA
9/8/2010 1 Check-in Here
Classic TX! Have quarter tables if you like to shoot pool. Not the nicest tables in the world or full size, but they'll do.
Can ride the bull, listen to live music (country, of course), get good barbeque, play all kinds of arcade type games, get your picture taken in costume and the whole nine yards.
Yes, it's a tourist trap but prices aren't outrageous and is really popular with those of us that are there on a regular basis. -
Review from Mary Jane M.
Hyattsville, MD
8/22/2010
So, you're going to Texas? And if you're anywhere near Fort Worth, you'll want to check out Billy Bob's because it's so famous. Turns out it is a huge tourist trap! I guess that's ok if you like that sort of thing, like visiting every Hard Rock Cafe in every city you ever go to (ok, yeah, I'm guilty). But honestly, this place was really expensive and was not that impressive.
If you're going there despite my recommendation to head elsewhere, eat somewhere else first. Their restaurant is equivalent to the size of an airport cafe and their BBQ leaves too much to be desired. Although, they had some good sweet tea, but it is TX, they oughta have good sweet tea!
The handprints from different bands that have frequented this joint are pretty cool to walk around and look at. They nickel and dime you for everything. Admission is based on the band that is playing that night, even if you didn't go to see the band, be prepared to buy a ticket. You want to see the bull riding show? That'll be an extra $2.50. You want your picture taken on their famous photo bull? Prepare to drop at least $30 and to pay an additional $2 for each person. Skip it if you're going to the Mesquite Rodeo. They do a better job for much less. I do have to say the Billy Bob's gift shop had some pretty cool stuff and I did spend some bucks there. The beer selection is not very great, so plan on drinking your usual domestics or a mixed drink.
Lastly, if you are going to see a band, don't be a cheapskate. Get tickets with assigned seats, not general admission or you won't hear a damn thing. -
Review from Mike M.
Dallas, TX
5/2/2010 1 Check-in Here
What an outrageous spectacle. You really need to brace yourself for this giant 3 ring circus of a bar, casino, bull riding exhibition, concert venue, line dancing hotspot. It makes my brain hurt like an ice cream headache.
Both times I have been to Billy Bob's, I find something totally new to marvel at as you wander around. Watching the line dancing teams, checking out the cement molds with the famous hands and autographs, playing carnival games with your drunkass friends, watching the bull riding, getting stupid photos taken on the gigantic fake steer, looking at the crazy crap they have for sale in the giftshop.
Did I mention they also have like 30 bars and probably the best live Texas country in the DFW area for big name performers? Wow. This place is absurd. -
Review from deno f.
3/13/2009 5 photos
NOTE: Just because you CAN take your kids in somewhere does not mean you SHOULD. Yes, any age can go into Billy Bob's. It's a Fort Worth landmark. But it's a honky tonk...a bar...c'mon people have a brain cell. I'm drunk. That half-naked stripper girl is drunk. That guy starting the fight is drunk. The band up on the stage is drunk. You--dancing on the dance floor with your kids to inappropriate music upset that all the drunk people are bumping into you--can get way on over it and take your inbred hobo children out to the car and drive back to your hotel. Bring them during the day when the rodeo is going on then LEAVE. *gets off soap box*
Ahem--the review. I like Billy Bob's. I go here once a year. I drink a beer. (I'm not really drunk). I play slug bug replaing the Volkswagon Beetle with girls wearing either mini-skirts or short-shorts with cowboy boots (my arm STILL hurts). I dance a few songs. I look at overpriced merchandise. I laugh at sleezy girls who ride the mechanical bull sans proper underpinnings and integrity.
It's a good time. It probably is only 3 stars but I had my fun goggles on. -
Review from Lori L.
Kansas City, MO
12/12/2010
The only reason I go to Billy's Bobs is because they usually have the best concert lineup and the crowd is a little younger than Cowboys Red River. (I don't like getting hit on by old, non-English speaking Mexicans! I would stayed in my home border-town of south Texas if I wanted that.)
However, this isn't a true honkytonk. It's an over-rated, mega country bar. The dance floor is entirely too small for the size of the place. I go to dance halls to dance and enjoy live music. There are too many people on the floor running into each other at one time.
I've never been on a non-concert night so I'm not sure if they play segments of hip-hop crap. I really hope not.
If anyone can suggest a more authentic dance hall in the area that would be awesome. I've been afraid to venture. Austin, Texas has WAY better options so far. -
Review from lindsey r.
Austin, TX
11/23/2008
I really wanted to have an Urban Cowboy experience. Okay, I'm not Debra Winger (meaning I don't have a horsey laugh and wear tank tops with no bra and ride a mechanical bull all sexy-like) BUT I thought maybe there'd be a brooding John Travolta I could sidle up to and say, "So are you a real cowboy?"
Um, this did not happen. Probably because it is no longer 1979 and I wasn't at the original Gilley's and quite frankly, Billy Bob's was a little more Disney and lot less honky-tonk than I would like it to be. Too clean, too many attractions, just too darn big. I wanted sawdust on the floor, a smoky haze, a couple drunken fights to break out in the parking lot over a lady's honor. And I paid almost five bucks for a beer. Say whaaaat?
I went to Billy Bob's to see Loretta Lynn. I kinda wished I had shelled out the big bucks and gotten tickets for seating. As it was, general admission was standing and off to the sides. Not the best. And there were some angry drunks. Whee! I had to squint to see Loretta sweat under those hot lights.
I did enjoy watching people-watching on the dance floor. And a young lady bought me a Red-Headed Slut shot because we both had red hair. Good to know this scores free alcohol. I don't think I'll ever frequent Billy Bob's, but it does offer a wide spectrum of people. It just makes me long for the simpler, dirtier times of mechanical bull riding. When did honky tonks get so sanitized? -
Review from P.A. P.
San Diego, CA
9/17/2009
So, I was in Fort Worth, TX for my job's annual Sales Conference. Dinner arrangements for one of our nights there were to go to "Billy Bob's."
I am not going to speak too much about the food because, since there was a large group of us, it was buffet styled items created for feeding the masses. Keep in mind, I was raised in the health conscious state of California and my father is Chinese... so I am definitely accustomed to heaps of vegetables as part of each and every single meal. So, it was a little strange for me to have Mashed Potatoes and Macaroni & Cheese served as my "veggies." Other than that, all I remember is an overdose of meat, bread, and meat... and meat... and... uh... meat. Did I mention meat? I am sure dinners ordered in a fashion other than buffet are much better.
We were catered to in a small little side room that included a Cowboy Skit/Comedy show from some of the hired actors. Not great... but amusing enough for a visiting Californian. When we finished eating, they turned us loose to check the rest of the place out. All I could say was... whoa.
The place is incredibly HUGE. I was speechless to find the following all under the same roof:
- Two Fast Food Kiosks (Think Burgers & Fries items)
- Two Live Stages
- Four Bar Stands (Large 4-sided bar counters)
- An Arcade (at least 8 pool tables)
- The Largest Dance Floor I have ever seen
- A Full Rodeo Stadium
- A Gift Shop
All of the items mentioned above were large enough to function as their own establishments!
As I looked around, I also noticed that a lot of big name country stars were being advertised as well as local bands to play on the live stages pretty frequently.
To be quite honest, I saw the meaning of "Everything is bigger in Texas" that night. With the football season approaching, I tried to imagine what it would be like to be a mid-20's white-boy who grew up in Texas, was a fan of Country/Western stuff, and fan of the Dallas Cowboys... man... Monday nights and weekends would rule!!! -
Review from Sarah L.
Brookline, MA
9/6/2007
I went to Billy Bob's for a Kevin Fowler concert a few years ago, but right when I walked through that door I was thrown for a loop. I realized I had been there 15 years earlier for a birthday party. WHOA.
Anyway, the concert area is intimate, but if you didn't pay specifically for the concert, you can still get a good view from the dance floor...which brings me to, arguably, the best part of the night. Being noobs, my friend and I stood on the sidelines awkwardly watching everyone else have fun, until two older gentlemen came and literally swept us off our feet, and taught us how to two-step in two seconds flat! A ton of fun. My only real complaint is the drive down there, because really, the only other thing I go to Forth Worth for is the Kimbell. -
Review from Brady H.
8/10/2008
I can't believe there are just 9 other reviews - we checked out this place after attending the rodeo and there seemed to be thousands of people. Apparently cowboys and cowgirls don't yelp all that much!
My wife and I had no idea what to expect but we figured what the heck since it was free with our rodeo ticket. Everyone was friendly and there was no attitude. We wandered around the place as the tourists we were - checking out the dance floor, bar areas, casino area, bull ring, bbq restaurant, and concert venue. We had never heard of the guy who was playing that night, but hey, we know almost notihng about country western music. In any case, it was still awesome. -
Review from Jim B.
Deer Park, NY
5/30/2009
Very large country bar with room for large venue's of well known stars.
Frequent concerts on the weekend. Large dance floor, ample seating, full rodeo, take your photo with a fake bull. Nice gift shop.
Fun place and good music. Cover bands through the week. -
Review from Tom S.
Southlake, TX
3/3/2011 2 Check-ins Here
I love going to Billy Bobs. The people who work there are super friendly. The people who go there are friendly also and a riot. Man can they dance too. Great bands and a huge place for a concert. A real bull riding ring and a place to buy a souvenier. I especially love to take friends from California here after eating at Joe T Garcias. They are astounded at the fun everyone is having. You don't have to dress western to be accepted but if you don't you will stand out.
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Review from Natalie K.
Corte Madera, CA
11/9/2006
Worlds largest Honky-Tonk!
They are really strict on fake ID's here, so if you are in college and underage as I was, go in as your actual age. But don't forget your ID because no matter how old you look they will NOT let you in without one.
I really like country music, so I really like billy bob's.
I thought the BBQ was good too, although overpriced. They have a two-step area which can be HILARIOUS if you have never seen two stepping. There is a rodeo arena inside the building, but no mechanical bull.
This place attracts all sorts, from real hicky cowboys to country music fans to random people from all walks of life. Billy bob's is worth seeing if you are in the area, and they have really great country artists in a much smaller venue than they usually play at.
Minus one star for no mechanical bull.Listed in: The DIzzy-Dizzy
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Review from TJ T.
Los Angeles, CA
5/25/2010
Being from Reno, LA, and whereever else on the west coast, I visited this place unknowingly being the guest of a friend who was accommodating my unexpected stay in Dallas following a compulsive getaway escape drive from LA after (fill in SOB story here). Anyway, came to Dallas/Arlington/FW to experience Texan culture...whatever that is.
Anyway, this place is probably the nexus of country loving club folk and all things country-ish. Or rather, Texas-ish. This place was so completely foreign to me. I detested country music back then, but now I tolerate it. ....YEAH after one visit to this place. Good treatment, right? Of course, I had no idea who was performing on the stage, but clearly he was talented. I definitely was the only minority there. Tack on to that my particularly small stature and you got probably a circus exhibit in there...haha.
Anyway, for anyone visiting Texas for the first time, or the Dallas area for that matter, this place is essential. -
Review from Brian S.
Frederick, MD
3/24/2010
What is not great about Billy Bob's? I mean how often can you go to a place that has an indoor rodeo? The long and the short of it is that you are going there for an experience. You can not roll in there thinking that it is anything more than what it is. So bring your cowboy hat and a pair of red wings and be prepared to line dance the night away.
If dancing isn't your thing, don't worry. There is a mechanical bull as well as copious amounts of pool tables and other activities. The food is excellent, especially the brisket. Large bars and plenty of room make this an excellent place to throw a party or bring large groups. Located in the stampede, the White Buffalo is right around the corner for all of you lovers of Walker Texas Ranger. Chuck Norris gives this place two thumbs up! -
Review from Matt M.
Chicago, IL
11/3/2009
Visiting Texas for the first time? Never been further south than Ohio and looking to experience what all this "everything is bigger in Texas" business is all about? Billy Bob's would be the place to go.
Live Country concerts, dozens of bars, arcades, live rodeo, indoor smoking (they don't let that fly up in Chicago so I was a little surprised to see it), two steppin' (prob the Southern equivalent of grinding at a club up North). This place seems to have everything, and then they DOUBLED it. The only thing that didn't make sense about a place so huge is why the dance floor is so small. It's impossible not to knock into a dozen other couples on a trip around the dance floor. Nobody seemed to mind so it must be expected.
The concert I saw (Aaron Watson) wasn't packed by any means but he and his band put on a great show. One thing I appreciated was the ease you could get a drink. In Chicago it takes plenty of visible cash, slick crowd maneuvering and incredible luck to get a round of drinks in under ten minutes. Here? Takes about as long as you can walk up, tell 'em what you want and pay. Thumbs up on the sheer number of bars you can order from. Def will come back next time I'm in Texas! -
Review from Michael L.
Long Beach, CA
I'm not much on country music, I can appreciate some of it, but this place is more about immersing yourself in Dallas/Fort Worth. You have to love the Texas size bar, indoor live rodeo and arena for music talent. This place is big and entertaining. Haven't tried the food but it's worth a gander and a walk-about.
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Review from Kaitlin W.
Bayonne, NJ
2/9/2011
This is exactly what I pictured Texas to be like. First off, it's absolutely gigantic. It can fit over 6000 people! It's really hard to get bored at this place. Such a wide variety of things to do, from drinking (of course) to playing arcade games, watching bull riding (awesome and costs $2.50! ), playing pool, watching a live show, or dancing to some country tunes. The bars are enormous and there is never a problem getting a drink (which are very cheap).
The only negative thing I would say is that, being a non-smoker, guests are free to smoke inside so that was a bit unpleasant to get used to at first. (Especially being from somewhere that smoking is banned indoors) OTher than that Billy Bob's is a great time and I would recommend anyone visting the Dallas/Fort Worth area to check it out. -
Review from Michelle H.
Portland, OR
1/3/2008
It is like a little kid's birthday party mated with a super cool honky tonk bar and concert venue. What a cool concept! Is there anything you can't do in that place?
Arcade, check, lots and lots of alcohol, check, dance floor, check, bull riding arena, check, concert stage and seating, check, slot machines, check, bright flashy lights, check, gift shop, check, wall of fame, check, etc, etc, etc. I feel like I could go on for hours.
One look at their wall of fame shows you the cool amount of musicians that make their stop through there. We stopped in 15 minutes until 6pm (which is when it closes down for an hour to prep for concerts), so we didn't get to experience any of the above mentioned coolness. But does it matter? With a line up like that, how could you go wrong? -
Review from erik s.
Bellevue, WA
12/21/2009
For an Asian guy, I stick out like a sore thumb.
But do enjoy the bbq and texas two step.
Have some Shiner Bock while you are there doing mechanical bull ride. -
Review from Jasmine T.
Dallas, TX
7/19/2009
If you are in the mood for something country or western, Billy Bob's is the place to be. However, I'm not sure what this place is because it is filled with all kinds of stuff: a giftshop, a casino, bars, video games, a few dance floors, and a stage where you can see the band.
Usually I'm not a huge fan of country stuff despite the fact that I grew up in Texas, however, what made this place interesting were the glittery saddle hanging up on the ceiling, and the couples two-stepping to the music that I had no idea what the song was all about. Some of them glided on the dance floor, some would swing around and it didn't seem uncommon to bump into the other couples on the dance floor.
Overall, it was a unique experience. I think next time when my friends and I come here, we are definitely gonna step out in our daisy dukes with our cowboy hats and boots! -
Review from Michael S.
Burleson, TX
1/4/2010
Who doesn't like Billy Bob's? You're generally not going to be there for the food, but there is a Riscky's BBQ in there if you get hungry. You can't spin around without hitting a full bar in there, so getting your drink o n isn't hard either.
On Fri and Sat night, they have bull riding going on in their arena on the side for something like $5 dollars extra. -
Review from Maura H.
MA
1/12/2007
If you're not from the South and you want to feel like a Texan, go to Billy Bob's. There are all kinds of things going on here, but the phrase that kept running through my mind was said best by Reese Witherspoon in Sweet Home Alabama: "You have a baby...in a bar". Last night, there was a birthday party for some 10 year olds. Because of the party, the line for food was ridiculously long and not moving, so I actually left and went to Sonic up the street, ate there for about half the price and then came back for a beer.
Billy Bob's is complete with indoor rodeo, bar, BBQ, line dancing, arcade and gift shop. I have to admit that I had a fun time, but as a tourist, I wouldn't necessarily go out of my way to get there. -
Review from Brady B.
Oceanside, CA
3/9/2010
City boy on mars!
first off I loathe country music and I wasnt very excited about making the hr trip to go to a F654ing honkey tonk.
Well I figured "when in rome erahh horse country that is."
This place is realy everything texas. its a must go-must experience even if you hate everything about texas which i practically do. everyone is friendly even though they know you are an outsider (not from texas). And there is a certain wierd backwards shivelry taking place even though it seems sexist!
this is a huge place with great food. its EVERYTHING, EVERYONE warned you about, hell its the las vegas of fort worth!
