Deep Ellum Staple Dot's Hop House Announces Closure After 10 Years

The popular beer bar and restaurant is shutting its doors in the Dallas neighborhood.

Jan. 27, 2026 at 10:55am

Dot's Hop House, a beloved beer bar and restaurant in Dallas' Deep Ellum neighborhood, has announced that it will be closing its doors after 10 years of operation. The establishment, known for its spacious courtyard, abundant 99-tap beer selection, and menu items like duck-fat cheese fries and burgers, will serve its final customers from January 28 through February 1.

Why it matters

The closure of Dot's Hop House is the latest in a string of high-profile restaurant and bar shutdowns in the Deep Ellum area, which has faced a number of challenges in recent years including ongoing street construction and summertime chaos. The loss of this local institution is a blow to the character and vibrancy of the neighborhood, which has struggled to maintain its unique identity amidst an influx of out-of-town corporate chains and 'all-jazz-hands' concepts.

The details

Dot's Hop House did not provide specific details on the reasons behind its closure, only stating that their 10-year run in Deep Ellum has come to an end. The establishment was known for its expansive 99-tap beer selection, as well as menu items like duck-fat cheese fries and burgers. It's unclear what will happen to the venue's signature courtyard chandelier and grill sourced from the old Club Schmitz.

  • Dot's Hop House will be open for its final days from January 28 through February 1, 2026.

The players

Dot's Hop House

A popular beer bar and restaurant that operated in Dallas' Deep Ellum neighborhood for 10 years.

Deep Ellum

A neighborhood in Dallas, Texas that has faced a number of challenges in recent years including ongoing street construction and an influx of out-of-town corporate chains.

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The takeaway

The closure of Dot's Hop House is a significant loss for the Deep Ellum community, highlighting the broader struggles that local, independent businesses face in maintaining a foothold in the rapidly changing neighborhood. This development underscores the need for Dallas to strike a balance between supporting its unique local character and embracing new growth and development.