Fort Worth is a barbecue town. Always has been. From the craft pits that have put this city on the national map to the old-school institutions that have been feeding Fort Worth families for generations, there’s a spot and style of barbecue for everyone. This roundup covers every notable BBQ spot in the city right now, from the weekend destinations to the quick lunch stops to the riverfront patios.
Fort Worth’s Japanese restaurant scene is broader and more interesting than most people realize. Beyond the sushi bars and omakase counters that have been getting well-deserved attention lately, the city has a genuinely strong lineup of izakayas, ramen houses, handroll bars, and teppanyaki destinations that cover every occasion from a late-night solo bowl to a special-occasion hibachi dinner. This guide covers the full range.
[UPDATED JULY 2026] National Oyster Day is August 5th, and Fort Worth has more than enough to celebrate with. Whether you want a classic dozen
[UPDATED JULY 2026] Fort Worth summers are serious business. When it’s 100 degrees and the humidity is making everything worse, a great frozen treat stops
[UPDATED JULY 2026] Hot dogs don’t get as much attention as they deserve in Fort Worth. When you’re in a city known for world-class barbecue,
[UPDATED JUNE 2026] Fort Worth has a lot of great burgers. We also have a lot of great martinis. And we have really picked up
Image Source: Thanin Viriyaki for Fort Worth Magazine [UPDATED JUNE 2026] Omakase — “I’ll leave it up to you” in Japanese — is one of
Fort Worth’s sushi scene has quietly become one of the more impressive in Texas. In the last few years the city has added a rooftop omakase, a dedicated handroll bar with a cult following, a French-Japanese fusion operation near TCU, and two new omakase-first concepts in downtown and on Magnolia. What was once a thin category has turned into a real conversation.
Fort Worth has a great brewery scene that has grown steadily in the past several years. What started as a handful of early craft beer pioneers has expanded into a full landscape: huge taprooms, tasty IPAs, lager-forward classics, sour specialists, and a few that have grown large enough to land on store shelves across Texas. Whether you’re a Fort Worth local building out your brewery rotation or a visitor trying to get a sense of our best pours, this is the list to start with.
There are few things quite as refreshing as a frozen margarita on a patio when the warmer weather hits Fort Worth. Many folks prefer their margaritas on the rocks, but we think a frozen hits just a bit different when the weather is right.
Our updated guide to the best pizza in Fort Worth, from New York-style slices and Neapolitan pies to Roman pizza, tavern-style squares and local Pizza Passport stops.
Fort Worth is a bona fide burger town. From Camp Bowie classics to late-night smash burgers on South Main. These are the best burger spots in Fort Worth we actually crave right now, across patios, pubs, and neighborhood joints.
Fort Worth’s coffee scene is thriving. From OG staples like Avoca to fresh faces like Match Point, there’s a coffee shop and perfect vibe for everyone.
Fort Worth knows smoke. From renown pits to new-school craft joints, here’s where to find the city’s best brisket, ribs, and sausage—plus sides worth a detour and patios made for weekends.
Craving a proper pint? Here’s where to find Guinness on draft across Fort Worth mapped, verified, and ready for your next round.
