The Live Oak

1311 Lipscomb St, Fort Worth, TX 76104, USA

Address:	1311 Lipscomb St, Fort Worth, TX 76104, USA
Phone:	+1 817-926-0968
Site:	theliveoak.com
Rating:	4.4

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Mark Mitchell

Ive just kind of given up on this place getting its act together. While the service has always been spotty, they made up for it with enthusiasm, a pretty great food menu and lots of local beers. While I cant speak for their musical acts (they seem to draw a pretty eclectic list) and the view from upstairs is nearly unmatched, its just not enough any more. The menu now consists of only things you can make from the ingredients of a bacon-cheese burger. No joke. When we were there last Saturday, the band playing sounded like they were rehearsing for the first time. It took 30 mins to get our food order and two requests plus a trip to the bar to get our check. This isnt an anomalous experience but it is indicative of the trend unfortunately. I really hope they turn it around because this place could be a perfect 10. If you ask me, go there for a band you want to see and/or a drink upstairs. Otherwise, theres better service, food and experience elsewhere on Magnolia.

Jameson Barkley

Music was great but is totally in the trendy part of town where you can smell craft beer and american spirit cigarettes for 6, ( some might argue this point), or 7 blocks. If you are very white and very privileged, this is your part of town, you bearded, free thinking, nonconformist you. You and all of your career student friends can sit around a fake propane fire and talk about how you can make the better meme about your cat and whos going to get beaten at the next match of majic the gathering. Just to name a few things i personally witnessed at my time in this facility. overall staff was very pleasant, and the homeless man in the bathroom giving out towels was a nice touch to CLASS it up a notch.

Warren Bordeau

Weve been there for concerts and the Music Hall is pretty good place to see a show. If it is a GA show and you want to sit, you might want to get there early as there will be a few seats around the perimeter but all else with be standing room. Weve eaten in the dining room once. Better than average cheeseburger. Service was fine. Havent tried the roof. They specialize in craft beers so if you drink All American swill, check your Born On date. Last time I was there, I had some 5 month old Bud Light. Ugh. The bartender was nice enough about it. No problem there. All and all, a nice place to see a show. Easy to get to from N. Arlington.

Cesar Lopes

I went to 50 cent night and after tipping waitresses, and bar tenders, i was given a dirty greasy glass...the waitress kept changing the prices of the beers on tap...from 5.50 for modelo to 7.50...lone star was 3.75 to 5.75. I tipped 2 to 3 dollars per trip. I told the bar tender and the manager and i was belittled. I paid cash...all night. I tipped the entertainment and at the end of the night i was given a dirty greasy glass. Can they rectify my night? Only if they fire the waitress and bartender working on the bottom floor on April 20, 2016.

Ruston Asfar

Really cool low key music venue. Small enough to be intimate and awesome. Big enough to get real loud and rock out when necessary. Ive been to bluegrass duos here and had some nice cocktails, sitting at my table, and Ive been to Tool cover bands and jammed hard, head banging at the front of the stage. Drinks were reasonably priced, the place is not full of jerks, and its clean. The rooftop patio may be one of the best in fort worth. Not pretentious or super expensive. Plenty of seating and lots of free music. Good evening ambiance too.

Cameron Schober

They automatically closed my tab at 11:30pm because apparently last call is 12:00pm for just the upstairs patio section. That normally wouldnt be upsetting, except they also automatically add 20% gratuity (it was just me and two other friends getting our own drinks!) and then it took getting a manager to print a receipt adding 15 minutes longer to my stay there waiting around for a receipt. I give 2 stars because the upstairs patio is nice... The "price" and service was definitely was not.

Zachary Williford

Our server was really nice and helpful the first time my wife and I ate here, he was a younger guy with short dark hair I think Scott was his name, he was very helpful. The second time we ate here the service was terrible! It looked like a bunch of kids ran the place. No servers in sight they were all behind the bar or in the kitchen talking. When I asked a manager for service he asked me to wait and walked off never to be seen again. DO NOT EAT HERE!!!!! HORRIBLE SERVICE!!!!!!

Aston Phillips

It just magical on the rooftop deck! The lights, trees, breeze and well poured drink make for a lovely ambiance. I have been to private movie screenings and CD release party in the intimate downstairs concert hall . All have been well done. The food has all ways been satisfying . I know theyre working on the menu and am eager to see what they do with it. This is a new place and still working out the kinks but I think it has great potential.

Anthony Marquez

Came here meaning to go somewhere else but heard some good summer acoustic music coming from the rooftop, so decided to change course last minute. Ordered the Boom Chicka Boom, a grilled chicken sandwich with avocado,jalapenos, and bacon on Texas toast. Delicious. House chips crispy, a bit burnt, but solid. Craft beer pretty good too. But the live rooftop music definitely the biggest win here. Service was normal.

Ricky Pike

Its a great venue for music, craft beer, wine and mixed drinks. The service isnt the best, but if you know what you want and are willing to order at the bar, youll do fine. When the weather is nice, having a craft beer on the spacious and open rooftop bar is mandatory. Theres even a smaller bar up there to serve you. When I take visitors here, theyll often come back on their own to sit on the rooftop.

Dexter Simmons

Me and my posse came often on Wednesdays after 8pm for their $0.50 beer night, however we were informed they no longer did it due to a string of highly outrageous and most probably unrelated events that occurred. Would consider going back if they brought cheap beers back, otherwise Ill spend my money elsewhere. Rooftop is cool with a little bit of a view, but service couldve definitely been better.

Calina Blackmon

My first time there was Fri June 10, 2016. I went with a friend of mine. We had an awesome waiter!! I want to say his name was Austin? He had black hair combed back with a septum piercing. He was great! Very friendly and fast service! I definantly recommend this place to others. Sadly we got there just as the singer was leaving but still had a good time. I will be returning soon!

James Crowley

Despite my better judgement, I really like this place. Its cool. I dig the roof top. They have Lonestar beer at a decent price, but you can also get the pretentious microbrews you like too. Good music but not too loud so you can actually have a conversation. Great service despite being crowded at times. They have a live music venue, but I have never been.

Joseph Haubert

Great atmosphere, delicious food and wonderful selection of tasty beverages. They have 3 bars; roof, downstairs and concert hall. They usually have great bands playing a few times a week. Really great place to chill, eat or catch a music show.