Denton’s Holiday Food and Drinks Guide

It just tastes better when its local. From festive drinks to seasonal eats, Denton’s food and drink scene has everything to make your season bright. Here’s you’re ultimate holiday food and drink guide around town:

Beer & Craft Cocktails:

  • The Yellow Dog Art Bar – 214 E. Hickory St.
    • Pear Martini (Featured Above): Refreshing, bright flavor made with Wild Root Pear Vodka
    • Holiday Old Fashioned: Bulleit rye meets cranberry in this warm holiday spirit
    • Peppermint White Russian: Your traditional white russian with a little bit of holiday chill mixed in.
    • Wassail (Non-alcoholic) or Spiked: Warm and cozy drink, great with iron hot whiskey
  • Hannah’s Off the Square (Featured Above) – 111 W. Mulberry St.
    • Santa’s Helper: A creamy indulgence with Licor 43 Horchata, whiskey, vanilla, cream, and bitters, topped with mocha espresso whip and a roasted marshmallow.
    • Rosy Cheeks: A refreshing Stiegl Radler paired with cranberries and rosemary. P.S. – make it “naughty” with Campari or “nice” with Aperol
    • An Elf’s Teddy Bear: A whimsical delight with graham cracker-infused Old Grand Dad bourbon, Pierre Ferrand amber cognac, crème de cacao, Aztec chocolate bitters, and a playful teddy graham topper.
    • Mrs. Claus’ Tea: A cozy brew of English breakfast tea steeped with spiced pear liqueur, honey, lemon, and star anise—a fragrant, warm hug in a cup.
    • Hannah’s Carajillo: A bold mix of Licor 43, Pierre Ferrand cognac, and espresso—perfect for a holiday pick-me-up.
    • Espresso Martini: Classic, sophisticated, and a little extra, just like the holidays!
  • Hilton Garden Inn / Garden Grille & Bar – 3110 Colorado Blvd.
    • The Grinch (Featured Above): Handcrafted with Midori, crème de banana, Malibu, pineapple juice and grenadine
    • Caramel Manhattan: Bourbon whiskey, Caramel liqueur, Rosso/sweet vermouth
    • Yuletide Mule: Crafted with cranberry juice, limes, ginger beer, and vodka
  • Union Bear (Featured Above) – 221 S. Bell Ave
    • Snowy Day Shandy: Gin, cranberry, lemon, rosemary simple, UB Lager
    • Winter Wine Down: Cabernet Sauvignon, Soiced pear liqueur, orange, cranberry, cinnamon syrup 
    • On Comet: Whiskey, velvet falernum, lemon, orange, cinnamon syrup 
    • Jack Frost: Laird’s Apple Jack, allspice dram, lemon, mulled honey syrup 
  • Boka Feliz (Featured Above) – 324 E. McKinney St.
    • White Christmas Margarita: Blanco tequila, coconut, lime
    • Cranberry Christmas: Blanco tequila, cranberry juice, agave, lime 
    • Apple Cider Margarita: Reposado tequila, apple cider, cinnamon, lime 
  • The Bearded Monk – 122 E. McKinney St.
    • Blackberry Basil Delight Mocktail: Zero-proof drink featuring Drømme Awake, a smooth elixir, combined with a house-made blackberry basil syrup for a burst of tangy sweetness, while a sprig of fresh basil.
    • The 12 Beers of Christmas: Starting Saturday, Dec. 14, The Bearded Monk will be featuring a lineup of seasonal, one-of-a-kind beers
  • East Side Denton (Featured Above) – 117 E. Oak St.
    • Boozy Coco: With choice of vanilla vodka or peppermint schnapps 
    • Cindy Lou Yoo-Hoo: Yoo-Hoo, Peppermint RumChata, double chocolate vodka, coffee liquor & cold brew  
    • The Grinch Pinch: Deep Eddy Lime, Apple Pucker, Strawberry Kiwi Punch 
  • Oak Street Draft House – 308 E. Oak St.
    • How the Grinch Stole Your Girl: Midori, Pisco, Pineapple, Agave, Lime
    • Plum the Jewels: Diplomatico Rum, Spiced Pear Liquor, Honey Plum Cinnamon Syrup, Rhubarb Bitters
    • PB&C: Peanut Butter Whiskey, Hot Cocoa, Whipped Cream
    • Ebony & Ivory: Vanilla Vodka, Hot Cocoa, Whipped Cream
    • Peppermint Patty: Peppermint Schnapps, Hot Cocoa, Whipped Cream
    • Pa’s Hot Cider: Cinnamon Whiskey, Apple Cider, Lemon
    • Xmas in Tijuana: Infused Tequila, Grandeza, Hot Cocoa, Whipped Cream
  • Miss Angeline’s – 125 E. Oak St.
    • House-made Wassail: Spice Rum, Brandy, Cider, Fall Spices
    • Hot Chocolate: Whipped Vodka or Tequila, Cocoa, Whipped Cream
    • Cookies N Cream Hot Chocolate: Jojo Chocolate Chip Whiskey, Bendt Bourbon Cream, Cocoa, Whipped Cream
    • Hot Toddy: Whiskey, Honey, Lemon, Earl Grey Tea
    • Hot Buttered Rum: Spiced Rum, Butter, Brown Sugar, Cinnamon, Clove, Nutmeg
    • Irish Coffee: Jameson, Irish Cream, French Press Coffee
    • Butter Beer: Whipped Vodka, Butterscotch Liqueur, Cold Brew, Peppermint Creamer
  • Harvest House – 331 E. Hickory St.
    • The Velveteen Rabbit: 1 oz Fernet Branca, 1/2 oz Borghetti Caffe Espresso Liqueur, Pinch of Salt, Chocolate Bitters, Hot Chocolate, Topped with Whipped Cream. 
    • The Winter Harvest: 1 oz Rumchata, 1/2 oz of Vanilla Syrup, Chai Tea, Topped with Cinnamon Dusted Whipped Cream.
  • Game Changers Bar – 122 W. Mulberry St.
    • Little Cup-O-Christmas: Crown Royal Salted Carmel With Bailey’s Chocolate Liqueur
    • Shiner Cheer on draft
  • Steve’s Wine Bar – 111 Industrial St.
    • Holiday Spritz: Sparkling Wine with Holiday Flavor
    • Hot Mulled Wine: A spiced red wine you would find in the Christmas markets in Europe to keep you warm.
    • Holiday specials & ready to go party packs available for purchase as well.
  • Anderson’s Distillery – 410 N. Bell Ave.
    • Peppermint Hot Chocolate: Creamy, Cozy, Topped with a Candy Cane Twist
    • Gingerbread Cocktail: Sweet, Spiced, and Perfect for the Naughty List

Coffee/Tea:

  • Record Coffee Supply (Featured Above) – 108. W McKinney St.
    • Cranberry Espresso Tonic: House made Cranberry Agave Syrup with Lady Bird Tonic Water and a Double Espresso Over Ice.
    • Latte Moreno: House Made Dark Brown Sugar Infused with Cinnamon and Vanilla (Hot or Iced)
  • Loco Cafe (Featured Above) – 603 N. Locust St.
    • Candy Cane Coffee: Yummy Minty Coffee Topped with Whipped cream and Christmas Cheer
    • Gingerbread Coffee: Hot Coffee, Steamed Milk, House Made Gingerbread Syrup Topped with Cookie Crumbles
    • Apple Chai – Hot or Iced
  • West Oak – 114 W. Oak St.
    • Peppermint Mocha: Chocolate & Peppermint… the Holiday season’s magical duo!
    • Caramel Cinnamon Latte: Cinnamon spice and everything nice. Especially when caramel comes into play.
    • Wassail: “Weas Hael” or “be in good health” is exactly what this warm drink will do for you this holiday season.
    • Gingerbread Latte: Have you ever dunked your broken gingerbread cookie in your coffee? Well now you get all those flavors in one warm cup (or iced, let’s face it, it’s Texas).
    • Mean & Grean: This white chocolate orange matcha is exactly what we think we’d find the Grinch drinking up at Mount Crumpit. It’d definitely make him warm inside.
  • Jupiter House – 106 N. Locust St.
    • Mom’s Holiday Pancake Latte: Your favorite holiday breakfast in a cup.
    • Eggnog Latte: What’s better than eggnog? Eggnog with a caffeine kick!
    • Peppermint Mocha: Who doesn’t love peppermint & mocha?
  • Frequency Coffee – 1115 E. University Dr.
    • Eggnog Latte: A classic holiday latte filled with holiday cheer.
    • Brown Sugar Matcha: Brown sugar has met its “matcha” in this delicious combination.
    • Butterscotch Latte: Delicious rich flavor to get you in the holiday mood.
  • Avoca Coffee – 500 Ft. Worth Dr.
    • Peppermint Mocha: A House Made Peppermint Syrup, Signature Chocolate Ganache, Espresso, Milk of Your Choice, and a Sugar Garnish
    • Merlot Wine Latte: A House Made Non-Alcoholic Syrup, Mulling Spices, Espresso, Milk of Your Choice, and a Cinnamon Garnish
  • Froth Coffee Bar – 1611 Eagle Dr.
    • Winter Wonderland Latte: Butter pecan & toasted marshmallow syrups, white chocolate sauce, espresso, half and half, whipped cream, and biscoff cookie power.
    • Spiced Cranberry Lotus: Brown sugar cinnamon, spiced cranberry, peppermint syrups, lotus white energy, and sparkling water.
    • Peppermint Matcha: Matcha & peppermint bark.
    • Jingle Java Frothie: Java chip powder, sweet cream, espresso, peppermint bark sauce, whipped cream, dark chocolate drizzle, and candy cane sprinkles.
  • The Brown Thumb – 215 N. Cedar St.
    • Peppermint White Chocolate Matcha/Houjicha Latte: A Creamy Blend of Premium Matcha, Rich White Chocolate, and a Refreshing Hint of Peppermint. Perfectly Festive and Delightfully Smooth.
    • Cookie Butter Matcha/Houjicha Latte: Luxurious Matcha Paired with the Warm, Spiced Sweetness of Cookie Butter For a Nostalgic, Indulgent Sip
    • Salted Maple Matcha/Houjicha Latte: Velvety Matcha Sweetened with a Touch of Maple and a Sprinkle of Sea Salt for a Cozy, Balanced, Treat

Seasonal Eats:

  • Hannah’s Off the Square (Featured Above) – 111 W. Mulberry St.
    • Braised Lamb Shank: Tender lamb shank served with ratatouille, creamy mashed potatoes, and a honey-cinnamon squash purée—a comforting winter favorite. (Available for dinner only)
    • Rack of Venison: Savory perfection with house-made cranberry and red wine jelly, tender baby pearl onions, pepita & parmesan-crusted red cabbage, and cranberry demi-glace. (Available for dinner only)
    • Shareable: Sweet Potato Maple Au Gratin Bake: A holiday twist with shrimp, sweet potato, maple, and brûlée marshmallow—a delightful dish to share with loved ones. (Available for dinner and weekend brunch only)
  • El Taco H – 213 E. Hickory St.
    • Tamales (Monday only for in-restaurant): Green Chili chicken, red chili pork, peppers and cheese, strawberry raisin (also available for preorder by the half dozen).
  • 940’s Kitchen & Cocktails (Featured Above) – 219 W. Oak St.
    • The Leftover Club: Turkey Breast, Cranberry Sauce, Ham, Swiss, Aoili, and Turkey Gravy on and in between THREE pieces of Texas Toast, just as a Club Sandwich should be. (Available for Lunch and Dinner only).
  • GreenHouse – 600 N. Locust St.
    • Grilled Swordfish: Topped with a Rosemary Jalapeño Butter Served with Jack Cheese Mashed Potatoes & a Sautéed Vegetable Medley
    • Filet Mignon (Featured Above): Smothered in a Red Wine Mushroom Sauce Served with Asparagus & Jack Cheese Mashed Potatoes
  • Ambros y Más – 208 E. McKinney St.
    • Tamales by the Dozen: Pollo and Pork available for preorder.
  • Loco Cafe – 603 N. Locust St.
    • Christmas Enchiladas: Stacked Beef Enchiladas Topped with Red and Green Salsas, 2 Eggs, and Avocado served with Black Beans and Hashbrowns
  • Ten: One Artisan Cheese – 515 S. Locust St.
    • Seasonal grilled cheese sandwiches available on Wednesdays. Check their Facebook page for each week’s special.
  • Chesnut Tree – 107 W. Hickory St.
    • Roasted Pear: Paired with Blue Cheese and Candied Pecans

Desserts:

  • Beth Marie’s Ice Cream – 117 W. Hickory St.
    • Caliente Coco: Dark Chocolate with Blend of Cinnamon, Nutmeg and Cayenne Pepper
    • Carrot Cake: Cinnamon Ice Cream with Carrot Cake and Cream Cheese Swirl
    • Christmas Cookie: Sugar Cookie Ice Cream with Cream Cheese Iced Cookie Pieces and Sprinkles
    • Darkside of Mint: Dark Chocolate with Peppermint Flakes
    • Eggnog: French Custard with Rum flavor and Nutmeg
    • Granny’s Pumpkin Pie: Real Pumpkin with a Blend of Spices
    • Hansel and Gretel: Blend of Spices with Gingerbread Cake
    • Maple Nut: Maple Flavor with English Walnuts
    • Peppermint: Red Peppermint Pieces
    • Wassail: Spiced Cider with Fresh Cranberries
    • White Chocolate Cranberry: White Chocolate with Fresh Cranberries and Pecans
  • Two Gentlemen of Verona – 120 W. Oak St.
    • Gingerbread Gelato
    • White Chocolate Blizzard Gelato
    • Assorted Holiday Chocolates (Featured Above)
    • Cranberry Cheesecake Tart (Featured Above)
    • Hot Chocolate
    • Eggnog
    • Apple Cider
  • Brooklyn Dawgs – 119 Ave. A
    • S’mores Cookie
    • Hot Chocolate Cookie: with Marshmallow!
    • Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookie
    • Brown Butter Sugar Cookie
    • Pecan Pie Cookie
  • Ravelin Bakery – 416 S. Elm St – Limited Edition Desserts Available Dec. 20-21 (Order by Dec. 19)
    • Fruitcake
    • Gingerbread
    • Buttermilk Pie
    • Cheesecake
    • Key Lime Pie
    • Pecan Pie
    • Cherry Pie
    • Bread Pudding
    • Stollen
    • Raspberry Buttermilk Cake
    • Chocolate Cake
    • Apple Pie
    • Apple Cranberry Pie
    • Pumpkin Pie
    • Chocolate Pecan Pie
    • Cherry Almond Tart
  • Anderson’s Distillery (Featured Above) – 410 N. Bell Ave.
    • Old Fashioned Puff: Amarena cherries, candied orange zest, and a silky Andersons whiskey mousse. (21+)
    • Gin-sicle Puff: Orange-gin marmalade, vanilla crumb, and sweet vanilla whipped cream. (21+)
    • Eggnog Puff: Eggnog pitorro mousse and snickerdoodle crumb for a festive finish. (21+)

Happy Holidays, Denton!