Deep Ellum
A nightlife and music district in converted old warehouses, with street murals, live-music bars and barbecue joints.
Deep Ellum lies east of downtown. In the early 20th century, it was a cradle of blues and jazz, where musicians such as Blind Lemon Jefferson performed. Today, old brick warehouses house live-music bars, craft breweries, tattoo studios and restaurants. Large street murals are popular photo spots, and Pecan Lodge barbecue often has long lines. Murals are best seen in daylight and live music in the evening. Take the DART Green Line to Deep Ellum station. Travel in groups at night and avoid quiet alleys.
Opening hours
All day (most shops open in the afternoon)
Nearby sights
- Fair Park
- Dallas Arts District
- Crow Museum of Asian Art
- Nasher Sculpture Center
- Dallas Museum of Art
- Klyde Warren Park
- Pioneer Plaza
- Dallas World Aquarium