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Bar off Dallas' Henderson Ave launches pop-culture pop-up of the summer

Pink is the only color for a Barbie-themed cocktail.

Whippersnapper

A Dallas bar famous for its pop-culture pop-ups is at it again: The Whippersnapper, located off Henderson Avenue at 1806 McMillan Ave., is transforming into a cocktail pop-up with the hottest theme of the summer: Barbie.

Called BAR-bie, it'll be an immersive experience that captures the essence of Barbie's World from a Dreamhouse-worthy lounge, and it opens on August 10.

According to a release, the outside of the venue will resemble a life-sized Dream House; inside will feature themed decorations such as a Corvette bed, digital photobooth, accessory wall, and more.

Staff members will don themed looks from different eras of Barbie's history.

The Whippersnapper has executed many a previous pop-up in pop-culture themes such as Austin Powers, Game of Thrones, Breaking Bad, The Simpsons, The Office, and Friends.

Barbie is the prevailing theme for the summer of 2023, thanks to Barbie, the film starring Margot Robbie.

"The BAR-bie pop-up will transport patrons to their own dream world. Everyone has their own take on the doll, and we can’t wait to see all the different ‘Barbs’ and Ken that walk through our doors," says Phil Schanbaum, co-founder of This and That Hospitality, which owns the Whippersnapper. “With everyone talking about the movie, we whipped up our spin on the beloved theme.”

BAR-bie will also have a pop-up menu of food and drinks with items such as Barbie's Burger, Teresa's Tenders — ooh those sound intriguing! — and the California Club, as well as custom cocktails such "Life in Plastic" and "He's just Ken."

There will also be a charitable aspect: At the end of its run, Bar-bie will gather Barbie dolls and accessories and donate everything to charity.

The pop-up will be ages 21+ and free to the public. Guests looking to avoid lines can reserve booths by contacting info@thewhipdallas.com. Hours are Wednesday-Saturday, 6 pm-2 am. It'll end on September 30.

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Familiar names take over Quonset hut for new Far-Out Dallas bar

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Wriggly Tin is now Far-Out Dallas

There's a new Dallas restaurant and bar coming to everyone's favorite Quonset hut: Called Far-Out, it'll take over the space at 1906 E. Haskell Ave. in East Dallas that was previously home to Wriggly Tin, with a grand opening slated for 2025.

Founders Caroline and James Lee are calling it Far-Out & La Hermana Cerveceria and promise that a culinary adventure awaits.

"After months of creative brainstorming and a bit of furniture rearranging, we are thrilled to announce an exciting new pioneering concept that will open its doors in 2025," the duo says. "Introducing Far-Out & La Hermana Cerveceria, a dynamic new restaurant and brewery born from the collaboration of industry veterans."

The team includes some beloved East Dallas names:

Marc Cassel of The Green Room and 20 Feet Seafood Joint
Christopher Jeffers of Bolsa and Smoke
Stephanie Houston, the trailblazing first Latina Production distillery owner in America

Also joining the team is Bar Director Adam Mercado, whose resume includes stints at Billy Can Can and Brass Ram.

Marcado will crafting a unique beverage program, with support from mixologist Brian McCullough. Together, they will create what the founders call "unforgettable drink experiences to complement our delicious culinary offerings."

Wriggly Tin opened in November 2023 as an ultra-hip pizza and craft beer spot inside a renovated Quonset hut near Dallas' Fair Park — a former Cajun fried turkey place which they gave doting makeover with custom plaster walls and art objects from around the world. They replaced one whole side of the hut with glass for sunsets and created a spacious outdoor patio in front.

They earned two nomination in CultureMap's 2024 Tastemaker Awards, one for Best Bar and another for Best Patio.

Alas, the original founders, who'd previously owned Small Brewpub in Oak Cliff, parted ways shortly after it opened. And the bar closed down in September 2024, for what they called "internal changes."

Now the hut is back: The new Far-Out bar is already up and running a few days a week. In the coming days, they will offer updates and sneak peeks as they gear up for the opening of their kitchen.

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