Midnight Rambler is a subterranean cocktail lounge tucked beneath The Joule in Dallas, offering a truly one-of-a-kind drinking experience. The space pairs meticulously curated design with an effortlessly cool atmosphere, brass bar stools, plush leather couches, vintage tables, and a thoughtful mix of books, records, and art, brought to life by the equally dynamic team behind the bar. The highlight of Midnight Rambler is its ever-evolving cocktail menu, which changes seasonally and draws inspiration from unexpected themes and cultural touchstones. Past menus have included a Pokémon-inspired collection that invited guests to flip through and “collect” playing cards tied to each drink, while the most recent holiday menu nods to Dallas’ NorthPark Mall in the 1990s. Nostalgic and playful, the 13 specialty cocktails each reference a different mall icon or story, from Spencer’s and Hot Topic to Claire’s, Bath & Body Works, Coca-Cola’s polar bear holiday ads, and Jamba Juice. Inspired by the eclectic spirit of jazz, funk, rock, and Afrobeat, Midnight Rambler strikes a rare balance, cool without trying too hard, offering inventive cocktails that appeal to both adventurous palates and classic cocktail lovers alike.
