Rockwall Tavern

Robb Hueston

They don't serve food here so no rain for that I think possibly some snacks or something. Drinks are always on point, atmosphere is fun karaoke on Friday nights. It's our favorite local dive bar hole in the wall.

Justin Quick

The cheese and meat tray was huge. $12 and 2 couples ate off it. Drinks were great and heavy. Great atmosphere.

Laurie Casillas

Wish they had a bit more options for food than hot dogs, though they were tasty. Service was friendly and really prompt. Drinks were great! Loved the old fashion decor. The band was fantastic!

Erick J

We really like this place now, used to be the old scoreboard, and it was gross but now it is SMOKE FREE with nice pool tables and good sticks along with a great staff! Food selection is very lacking but hey it’s a bar right? Chilly, hotdogs, chips, that’s about it…. Ava, Brittney, and Taylor are the best though and alway welcoming to everyone. They have karaoke a few days a week and on weekends and lots pool events during the week days if your interested. Oh yeah and of course the legendary 10ft tall urinal in the bathroom along with what must be children toilets!!!😂🤣😂.

Kelsey Kounalis

Went there for the first time tonight! It was a great experience. The service was great and everyone there was super friendly and welcoming. I highly recommend this place if you want to get away for a little bit. However, it has no windows so be prepared for a cave!

4 pool tables. Surprisingly, ornate booths. Sofa and oversized chairs in a comfortable conversation area. Large stage and big dance floor.

UncleG

4 pool tables. Surprisingly, ornate booths. Sofa and oversized chairs in a comfortable conversation area. Large stage and big dance floor.

Had a great time , met good people, and great drinks. Environment was great and comfortable with clean RR’s and cold air.

This is a nice little hole in the wall club. They have some pool tables in the back, a smoking patio up front and internet juke box, although you will need to log in to their wifi as there is ZERO internet signal inside. The interior is fairly dark, which can be helpful for some people and the people working here are very friendly. The drinks are priced fairly but with a very limited selection.

Interesting dive bar. Cold beer & dark atmosphere. I liked it. Except for the bar stools or uneven floor, I couldn’t decide which it was. I sat in probably 7-9 different chairs until I found one that didn’t wobble. Bartmaid/tender was attentive & friendly. Pool league night when I was there. Friendly first crowd but I left before the next “shift” came in. If I get the chance, I’ll visit again. Bring or order in your own food.

Stopped in for a few drinks Thursday night and was not disappointed. The bartender had a good pour on our shots! We came in kind of late so missed most of the karaoke but it was a very fun environment and a good time.

Michael Horner

Had a great time , met good people, and great drinks. Environment was great and comfortable with clean RR’s and cold air.

Todd D

Interesting dive bar. Cold beer & dark atmosphere. I liked it. Except for the bar stools or uneven floor, I couldn’t decide which it was. I sat in probably 7-9 different chairs until I found one that didn’t wobble. Bartmaid/tender was attentive & friendly. Pool league night when I was there. Friendly first crowd but I left before the next “shift” came in. If I get the chance, I’ll visit again. Bring or order in your own food.

rosalyn smalls

Stopped in for a few drinks Thursday night and was not disappointed. The bartender had a good pour on our shots! We came in kind of late so missed most of the karaoke but it was a very fun environment and a good time.

Aaron Balentine

This is a nice little hole in the wall club. They have some pool tables in the back, a smoking patio up front and internet juke box, although you will need to log in to their wifi as there is ZERO internet signal inside. The interior is fairly dark, which can be helpful for some people and the people working here are very friendly. The drinks are priced fairly but with a very limited selection.

Ran out of the alcohol of my liking on the first drink. Bathrooms are disgusting

Hole in the wall bar. New ownership has cleaned the place up. Nice smoking area out front, new paint. It's an upgrade from the old days, no doubt. I think the upgrades and the new hours have reduced the # of truckers coming in, which means the place is quieter. The only issue I have is the restrooms. They did such a great job all around, and yet, stopped when they got to the part that needed the most work. Great staff, ownership is pretty chill. I think they quit doing food, so most bring food with them, or have it delivered.

Matthew Szymanski

Ran out of the alcohol of my liking on the first drink. Bathrooms are disgusting

Jason Hass

Hole in the wall bar. New ownership has cleaned the place up. Nice smoking area out front, new paint. It's an upgrade from the old days, no doubt. I think the upgrades and the new hours have reduced the # of truckers coming in, which means the place is quieter. The only issue I have is the restrooms. They did such a great job all around, and yet, stopped when they got to the part that needed the most work. Great staff, ownership is pretty chill. I think they quit doing food, so most bring food with them, or have it delivered.

Recently moved to the area and was looking for a good dive bar to watch games and shoot some pool. Wondered in here after work the other day and ordered a long neck. I was surprised that 12oz bottle of beer was going for $4.25 during happy hour. I paid for my one beer and left. $25.50 for a sixer seems a bit steep - especially at happy hour prices. No complaints about service, staff, atmosphere etc.

Scott

Recently moved to the area and was looking for a good dive bar to watch games and shoot some pool. Wondered in here after work the other day and ordered a long neck. I was surprised that 12oz bottle of beer was going for $4.25 during happy hour. I paid for my one beer and left. $25.50 for a sixer seems a bit steep - especially at happy hour prices. No complaints about service, staff, atmosphere etc.

The lady at the bar is completely disrespectful and have the worst attitude possible to the clients, she doesn’t care about this place or even her job. Waiting over 45 min to wait for my order. She totally ignored the fact and get rude and threatening to call the police. I remark that I was aware that people get drinks before me and also the time frame to start getting her attention on dis-attendances on my order. I was happy to spend time with my friends during there’re pool tournament because that is what this place is famous for. She yelled at me asking me to leave, I replied came here with my friend that actually playing so if I leave that means my friends also going to leave in the middle of there tournament so i refused to leave and apologized to the people who’s not my friends from the game I wait 20 min to get in touch with management and nobody showed up within that time the lady bar turn up the AC 65 degrees in order to make people uncomfortable about how cool the place was. For record reference this happened on Oct 14, 2024 and this whole situation was recorded for multiple people and my persona. I truly hope this situation not get worse or repeatedly because the Regular’s friend and new clientele with refugees to come back. Also for the record this was my second time coming, first time was similar situation. Same person giving attention to the clientele that is a different story for another day whom the people to concern about customer service, outcome resolution and marketing & the owner. Feel free to reach me out, for more reference. TIA

Katherine “Kathy” Perez

The lady at the bar is completely disrespectful and have the worst attitude possible to the clients, she doesn’t care about this place or even her job. Waiting over 45 min to wait for my order. She totally ignored the fact and get rude and threatening to call the police. I remark that I was aware that people get drinks before me and also the time frame to start getting her attention on dis-attendances on my order. I was happy to spend time with my friends during there’re pool tournament because that is what this place is famous for. She yelled at me asking me to leave, I replied came here with my friend that actually playing so if I leave that means my friends also going to leave in the middle of there tournament so i refused to leave and apologized to the people who’s not my friends from the game I wait 20 min to get in touch with management and nobody showed up within that time the lady bar turn up the AC 65 degrees in order to make people uncomfortable about how cool the place was. For record reference this happened on Oct 14, 2024 and this whole situation was recorded for multiple people and my persona. I truly hope this situation not get worse or repeatedly because the Regular’s friend and new clientele with refugees to come back. Also for the record this was my second time coming, first time was similar situation. Same person giving attention to the clientele that is a different story for another day whom the people to concern about customer service, outcome resolution and marketing & the owner. Feel free to reach me out, for more reference. TIA

Stopped in to play some pool. Didn't see it early enough, very dark, there was tobacco and a gum wrapper in my beer. This place is disgusting.

I’ve given Rockwall Tavern more than enough chances, but the vibe has been the same every time: cold, unwelcoming, and dismissive — from the bar staff all the way up to ownership. It’s never felt like a place that values new faces or fresh energy, and that’s a missed opportunity. As for karaoke nights, it’s no secret there’s an inner circle. If you’re not part of it, good luck. Despite signing up early and showing up ready to contribute to the night, I’ve consistently been pushed back or overlooked. It’s hard to ignore when the same familiar faces keep rotating through while others wait endlessly. The karaoke host (yes, you know who you are) makes it clear who’s in and who’s out. If you’re confident, talented, or don’t “fit the clique,” don’t expect fair treatment. Some people protect their spotlight at the expense of others — and that’s exactly what happens here. It’s unfortunate, because karaoke should be about building a vibe, not gatekeeping one. It’s no wonder the place was dead last Saturday. Places that don’t grow community eventually lose it. I’m speaking up not out of hate, but because I believe people deserve to know the truth — and Rockwall deserves better than what this spot currently offers. There’s something deeply wrong with the culture at Rockwall Tavern — especially on karaoke nights. I’ve tried multiple times to give this place a fair chance. I even brought a friend recently, hoping maybe things had changed. Instead, we were met with the same cold, gatekeeping attitude — and it went even further this time. Not only were we not allowed to sing, but I personally became the target of inappropriate comments from the mic, aimed at embarrassing or discouraging me. Let’s be honest: there’s a gang-like mentality here. If you’re not part of their inner circle, you’re treated like an outsider — and if you’re from California, forget it. I’ve witnessed heckling aimed at people based purely on where they’re from. It’s petty, unprofessional, and it pushes away the very kind of diverse, creative energy that could make a karaoke night great. I don’t say this lightly — I’m a professional musician who supports local scenes and other performers. Karaoke should be inclusive and fun, not controlled by a clique trying to protect their own spotlight by keeping others silent. Rockwall Tavern could be something special — but not until they address the toxic behavior they allow to thrive week after week.

I have dropped in several times to give this establishment the benefit of the doubt not wanting to fire off a knee-jerk-half-ass criticism unfairly. As many reviews have pointed out this place is very cliquese. Not overly welcoming to new faces and that includes both the staff AND the patrons. Food is pretty much base level bar grub. If you are coming for the so-called Karaoke nights don't expect much better. Sound system is far below average and very bass heavy and the vocal mic is so far down in the mix you have to scream at the top of your lungs to be heard. If you are any level of vocalist beyond the regular drunk who wants to gift the world with his special version of Sweet Child of Mine, Freebird or Tush this ain't your bag. If you are looking to showcase your voice or just to enjoy singing and know how to work with dynamics and subtleties you are seriously in the wrong place. Don't even get me started on the two dozen Outlaw Bikers who act like they own the place. NEXT

Ron Ringhausen

Stopped in to play some pool. Didn't see it early enough, very dark, there was tobacco and a gum wrapper in my beer. This place is disgusting.

Joseph Brown

I have dropped in several times to give this establishment the benefit of the doubt not wanting to fire off a knee-jerk-half-ass criticism unfairly. As many reviews have pointed out this place is very cliquese. Not overly welcoming to new faces and that includes both the staff AND the patrons. Food is pretty much base level bar grub. If you are coming for the so-called Karaoke nights don't expect much better. Sound system is far below average and very bass heavy and the vocal mic is so far down in the mix you have to scream at the top of your lungs to be heard. If you are any level of vocalist beyond the regular drunk who wants to gift the world with his special version of Sweet Child of Mine, Freebird or Tush this ain't your bag. If you are looking to showcase your voice or just to enjoy singing and know how to work with dynamics and subtleties you are seriously in the wrong place. Don't even get me started on the two dozen Outlaw Bikers who act like they own the place. NEXT

John Roncal

I’ve given Rockwall Tavern more than enough chances, but the vibe has been the same every time: cold, unwelcoming, and dismissive — from the bar staff all the way up to ownership. It’s never felt like a place that values new faces or fresh energy, and that’s a missed opportunity. As for karaoke nights, it’s no secret there’s an inner circle. If you’re not part of it, good luck. Despite signing up early and showing up ready to contribute to the night, I’ve consistently been pushed back or overlooked. It’s hard to ignore when the same familiar faces keep rotating through while others wait endlessly. The karaoke host (yes, you know who you are) makes it clear who’s in and who’s out. If you’re confident, talented, or don’t “fit the clique,” don’t expect fair treatment. Some people protect their spotlight at the expense of others — and that’s exactly what happens here. It’s unfortunate, because karaoke should be about building a vibe, not gatekeeping one. It’s no wonder the place was dead last Saturday. Places that don’t grow community eventually lose it. I’m speaking up not out of hate, but because I believe people deserve to know the truth — and Rockwall deserves better than what this spot currently offers. There’s something deeply wrong with the culture at Rockwall Tavern — especially on karaoke nights. I’ve tried multiple times to give this place a fair chance. I even brought a friend recently, hoping maybe things had changed. Instead, we were met with the same cold, gatekeeping attitude — and it went even further this time. Not only were we not allowed to sing, but I personally became the target of inappropriate comments from the mic, aimed at embarrassing or discouraging me. Let’s be honest: there’s a gang-like mentality here. If you’re not part of their inner circle, you’re treated like an outsider — and if you’re from California, forget it. I’ve witnessed heckling aimed at people based purely on where they’re from. It’s petty, unprofessional, and it pushes away the very kind of diverse, creative energy that could make a karaoke night great. I don’t say this lightly — I’m a professional musician who supports local scenes and other performers. Karaoke should be inclusive and fun, not controlled by a clique trying to protect their own spotlight by keeping others silent. Rockwall Tavern could be something special — but not until they address the toxic behavior they allow to thrive week after week.

hannah shurtleff

I liked the atmosphere, but the bartender was under pouring. Even the shots were tiny. At 7 dollars a drink, getting half a shot in all my drinks is laughable. It was a huge waste of my money.